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The Age of Magical Overthinking with Amanda Montell
Apr 9, 2024
Author and linguist Amanda Montell joins Jameela Jamil to discuss magical thinking, cognitive bias, and societal norms. They explore the impact of overthinking, nostalgia, fandom, and the obsession with parasocial relationships. Amanda shares insights on decision-making, simplification, and personal growth. The conversation delves into the myth of celebrity perfection and reflects on nostalgia and gratitude.
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- Recognize the societal impact of information overload on mental health and the challenges of processing constant input.
- Cultivate gratitude by appreciating the present and simplifying problem-solving approaches by emphasizing subtraction over addition.
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The Age of Magical Overthinking: Exploring Amanda Montel's Insights
Amanda Montel delves into the societal chaos surrounding magical overthinking, noting how manifesting can be weaponized online. She highlights the impact of excessive information consumption on mental health, discussing how our brains struggle to process constant input. Montel clarifies that feeling overwhelmed by information is a societal issue, not a personal failing, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing manipulation tactics.
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