Cate Hall

Cate Hall, CEO of Astera and writer of the influential Useful Fiction Substack, dives deep into the concept of 'existential cringe.' She argues that the most significant personal growth often lies in facing uncomfortable truths rather than chasing easy wins. Cate shares her journey, including overcoming hardships and advocating for agency in an ever-changing society. The conversation emphasizes resilience, the importance of confronting fears, and how embracing discomfort can lead to profound transformation.

Cate Hall, CEO of Astera Institute and author of a forthcoming book on agency, shares her journey from a Supreme Court lawyer to a world champion poker player. She discusses how environments like poker and startups promote personal agency, emphasizing that it can be cultivated through questioning norms and embracing discomfort. Cate highlights the importance of feedback and peer influence in achieving transformative change, along with the role of AI in personal improvement. Her insights reveal how critical life events can trigger significant growth.