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Ryan and Comic Pete Holmes Talk Work-Life Balance and Why Joy Matters

Jul 25, 2020

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Pete Holmes

Join comedian and writer Pete Holmes, known for HBO's "Crashing" and his podcast "You Made It Weird," as he chats with Ryan about achieving work-life balance amid chaos. They delve into the importance of personal fulfillment and navigating complex family dynamics. Holmes shares his journey with therapy, the pressure for societal success, and the deeper motivations behind seeking validation. Together, they explore how genuine connections and embracing joy can lead to a more fulfilling life, even against the backdrop of financial anxiety and childhood influences.

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Needs vs. Happiness

Meeting your needs may not increase happiness.
Focus on intrinsic joy, value, and meaning, not just external achievements.

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Work-Life Balance

Ryan Holiday discusses the balance between hard work and rest.
He questions if his current lighter workload is due to past efforts.

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The "One More" Trap

Pete Holmes discusses the ego's constant push for "one more big project."
This capitalistic mindset can hinder true contentment.

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Balancing Act: Life, Laughter, and Legacy

02:33 • 24min

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Navigating Therapy and Complex Family Dynamics

26:53 • 4min

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Forgiveness and Familial Dynamics

30:59 • 17min

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Navigating Work, Validation, and Self-Worth

47:39 • 3min

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Breaking Cycles: Success, Identity, and Joy

50:53 • 29min

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Gratitude, Listener Engagement, and Hidden Histories

01:20:17 • 2min

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Love Wins

A Book About Heaven, Hell, and the Fate of Every Person Who Ever Lived

Rob Bell

In Love Wins, Rob Bell tackles one of the most contentious issues in faith – the nature of hell and the afterlife. With a hopeful and insightful message, Bell argues that eternal life does not start after death but begins right now. He challenges traditional views of hell, suggesting it is more often a self-created prison on earth rather than a literal lake of fire. The book emphasizes that heaven is not just a future reward but something to be worked towards every day. Bell's central thesis is that God's love is so profound that everyone who wants to spend eternity with God can and will, even if they find the right path after death.

What Makes Sammy Run?

Budd Schulberg

Published in 1941, 'What Makes Sammy Run?' is a satirical novel that chronicles the meteoric rise of Sammy Glick, a Jewish boy from New York's Lower East Side who becomes a Hollywood mogul through sheer ambition and ruthlessness. The story is narrated by Al Manheim, a newspaper columnist and screenwriter who is both repulsed and fascinated by Sammy's relentless pursuit of success. The novel explores themes of ambition, the cost of success, and the moral compromises one makes to achieve it. It is known for its candid portrayal of the Hollywood industry and the darker aspects of the American Dream.

Comedy Sex God

Pete Holmes

The Power of Now

A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment

Eckhart Tolle

In 'The Power of Now', Eckhart Tolle discusses the importance of living in the present moment to achieve spiritual enlightenment. The book draws from various spiritual traditions, including Buddhism and mysticism, to explain how people's emotional problems are rooted in their identification with their minds. Tolle argues that the present moment is the only truly real time and that past and future are mere mental constructs. He provides methods for relaxation and meditation to help readers anchor themselves in the present, such as avoiding multitasking, spending time in nature, and letting go of worries about the future. The book also introduces concepts like the 'pain-body' and the distinction between one's thoughts and true self, emphasizing the need to recognize and separate from the destructive influence of the mind.

On today’s Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan talks with comedian and writer Pete Holmes about understanding your own brain, finding personal fulfillment when things are out of your control, and more.

Pete Holmes has spent years as a touring comedian as well as a TV writer and actor. He was the creator and star of HBO’s Crashing and has appeared in a number of stand-up specials. Holmes has released four comedy albums as well as a book, Comedy Sex God. Holmes also hosts a podcast, You Made It Weird with Pete Holmes.

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