The Greg McKeown Podcast 4. What's Essential: What's Important Now with Arianna Huffington
Jun 22, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Arianna Huffington, founder of Huffington Post and Thrive Global, shares her insights on well-being and success. She reflects on the silver linings of COVID-19 and the importance of prioritizing personal life to avoid burnout. Arianna emphasizes redefining success through meaningful relationships and community. Topics like embracing essentialism, personal growth during crises, and the need for healthier lifestyle choices are also explored, along with simple strategies for enhancing mental wellness.
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Involuntary Essentialism
- The pandemic forced many to become involuntary essentialists, prioritizing what truly matters.
- Those who previously embraced essentialism are more adaptable during this disruptive period.
Cambridge Dream
- Arianna Huffington's mother encouraged her to pursue her dreams, even unrealistic ones like attending Cambridge.
- Her mother fostered a sense of adventure and resilience, emphasizing that failure wasn't the end of the world.
Burnout Breakdown
- Arianna Huffington collapsed from burnout two years into building the Huffington Post, breaking her cheekbone.
- This led her to research burnout and recognize it as a widespread issue linked to chronic diseases.
