The Daily Stoic

Discard Your Anxiety Today | Chris Guillebeau on The Power of Choosing Less

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Apr 16, 2025
Chris Guillebeau, New York Times bestselling author and world traveler, joins the conversation about tackling modern anxieties related to decision-making and time management. He shares insights on 'time anxiety,' discussing how social pressures can hinder clarity. Strategies for escaping decision paralysis emerge, along with the value of self-reflection in reducing stress. Guillebeau emphasizes living in the moment, making joyful choices, and the profound impact of recognizing our mortality on shaping priorities. A journey of embracing simplicity awaits!
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INSIGHT

Anxiety of Choice

  • Ryan Holiday and Chris Guillebeau discuss the anxiety of choosing the "right" next move.
  • This anxiety stems from the pressure of multiple possibilities and a fear of missing out.
INSIGHT

Source of Anxiety

  • Anxiety arises from the belief that things should be a certain way, a notion that Seneca challenges by equating hope and fear.
  • Both emotions presume control over outcomes and knowing the best path, which is often false.
ADVICE

Transitioning Anxiety

  • Transition anxiety into awareness by noticing how you spend your time.
  • Reflect on what activities you want more or less of in your life.
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