Stoic Coffee Break
74 - Being Well Received
Mar 23, 2018
The podcast discusses seeking validation and the importance of focusing on personal growth and doing good work for oneself.
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- The desire for external validation can lead to nervousness and fear of failure, but we should focus on doing good work and being satisfied with our own performance.
- Detaching from the need for external validation allows for greater authenticity and confidence in creating and performing.
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The Importance of Being Well-Received
In this episode, the speaker discusses the Stoic concept of being well-received and the importance of understanding what is beyond our control. Using the example of a liar player performing in front of an audience, the speaker highlights how the desire to impress others can lead to nervousness and fear of failure. However, the Stoic philosophy teaches that others' opinions and impressions of us are not within our control. Instead, it is more important to focus on doing good work and being satisfied with our own performance, regardless of others' reactions. By letting go of the need for external validation, we can improve the quality of our work and find greater fulfillment.
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