

#170: TKP Insights: Philosophy
520 snips Jul 4, 2023

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Ed Latimore

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Derek Sivers

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Nancy Sherman

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Neil Pasricha

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Ryan Holiday
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Emily Bacletis
This discussion features Emily Bacletis, a psychology professor at NYU, Ryan Holiday, a Stoic author, Neil Pasricha, a happiness expert, and philosophers Nancy Sherman and Derek Sivers. They dive into the corrosive effects of anger on decisions, explore the Stoic approach to emotional control, and highlight the transformative power of gratitude. The guests share insights on focusing motivation, the importance of clear directives, and how happiness is about growth, not just a static state. A philosophical feast for anyone seeking personal development!
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Managing Anger
- Manage anger by recognizing its role in mistakes.
- Pause and reflect before reacting to anger.
Perception and Reality
- Our visual perception is influenced by our physical state and motivation. Those who weigh more tend to perceive distances as farther.
Improving Performance through Focus
- Narrow your focus of attention, like Olympic athletes, to improve performance.
- Focusing on a target can make distances seem shorter and efforts feel less strenuous, thereby enhancing motivation and efficiency.