Dean Rickles
Professor of History and Philosophy of Modern Physics at the University of Sydney, and Director of the Sydney Centre for Time. Expert on the philosophy of time and the shortness of life.
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Dec 22, 2022 • 59min
#568 - Dean Rickles - How To Deal With The Shortness Of Life
Dean Rickles, Professor of Philosophy and History of Modern Physics at the University of Sydney, delves into profound insights about life's brevity. He discusses how the fear of death can overshadow our existence and why keeping options open may lead to missed opportunities. Rickles explores the importance of intentional living, the impact of social media on identity, and how memories shape who we are. He encourages embracing life's shortness by aligning passions with actions, reminding us to cherish the journey rather than just the destination.
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Feb 23, 2023 • 60min
LIFE IS SHORT: The Upside of Death
Life without death, says philosopher Dean Rickles, is like playing tennis without a net. In his new book, “Life Is Short: An Appropriately Brief Guide to Making It More Meaningful,” Dean challenges us to rethink what it means to get the most out of each day.---• Haven’t signed up for our newsletter on LinkedIn? Check it out here• To hear hundreds of top authors summarize their books, download the Next Big Idea app
