We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network TIP580: Clear Thinking w/ Shane Parrish
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Oct 6, 2023 
Shane Parrish, founder of the Farnam Street blog and host of The Knowledge Project podcast, chats about his bestselling book on clear thinking. He distinguishes between high-quality and low-quality information, emphasizing that many decisions are clouded by ego and emotion. Shane provides tools to enhance decision-making and highlights the importance of environment in achieving better outcomes. He challenges societal norms about fulfillment, urging listeners to focus on internal happiness rather than external measures of success. Insights from life experiences further illuminate what truly matters.
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Finding High-Quality Information
- Seek nuanced information from experts with direct experience, not just soundbites.
- Focus on their reflection process, not just conclusions, to gain true understanding.
Ordinary Moments Matter
- Big decisions matter, but everyday actions determine their impact.
- Consistent effort in ordinary moments compounds success.
Humans vs. Animals
- Humans, like animals, are territorial, self-preserving, and hierarchical.
- We must use reason to override these instincts and make conscious decisions.
