

BITESIZE | The Simple Habit That Can Transform Your Life | Rich Roll #335
8 snips Feb 10, 2023
Rich Roll, a former elite swimmer turned wellness advocate and podcast host, discusses the transformative power of solitude and discomfort for personal growth. He highlights how our hyper-connected lives often strip away downtime, leaving little room for reflection. Rich emphasizes the significance of facing discomfort to foster resilience and overcome unhealthy habits like emotional eating. This insightful conversation proves that sometimes, stepping away from the hustle is the first step towards thriving.
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Solitude Crisis
- Rich Roll believes solitude is society's biggest problem, stemming from a lack of downtime.
- Technology has stolen downtime, leaving little space for personal reflection.
Pre-Internet vs. Now
- Rich Roll and Dr. Chatterjee, being of a similar age, experienced a pre-internet world.
- They contrast this with today's children, who struggle to find boredom and stillness.
Crisis of Presence
- We are in a crisis of presence due to constant connectivity, making solitude rare.
- We struggle to be alone with our thoughts, which some believe is the root of human suffering.