Cost of Glory
75 - How to Turn People Down (or, "On Cringe")
Nov 29, 2023
Exploring the concept of dissopia and the importance of saying no. Discussing disastrous outcomes of yielding to requests. Emphasizing the need to practice saying no and fortify against compliancy influenced by friends and family.
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- Dysopia is the vice of feeling embarrassed to say no, even when not obligated.
- Building resistance against dysopia involves practicing refusal in insignificant situations and maintaining firmness and self-worth when declining.
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The concept of dissopia and its definition by Plutarch
Plutarch defines dissopia as the feeling of being embarrassed to say no to a request, even if one is not obligated to say yes. He considers it a vice and believes that prominent individuals face this temptation frequently. Plutarch praises figures like Brutus for their ability to resist unreasonable requests, which he views as a disgraceful trait in great men.
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