4000 Weeks

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What you focus on will increase. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Oliver dives into the essentials of achieving results through the Minimum Effective Dose combined with crucial raw materials like nutrition and sleep. He highlights historical milestones that offer perspective, shares insights on cultivating toughness through small choices, and emphasizes the value of trusted mastermind groups. Listeners are introduced to five practical steps for initiating significant change. The episode wraps up with humor and well wishes, leaving you inspired to take action.

Explore the pitfalls of black-and-white thinking and the power of relaxed intensity in prioritizing your goals. Discover the historical significance of remarkable weeks, including Chesley Sullenberger's Hudson landing. Delve into what defines greatness—it's all about the effort. Tune in for insights from AI analysis on who makes the NBA and learn how deliberate practice can transform your skills. Lastly, consider the importance of evolving into a new self to achieve your dreams, emphasizing levers over mundane to-do lists.

In the latest discussion, the host shares transformative grief lessons from a recent funeral and the impact it had on his views about eulogies. Historical moments from week two in history provide intriguing context, while a reflection on Goethe highlights how introspection can shift our perceptions. The host also dives into the moving experience of watching the musical Hadestown, connecting its themes to life’s cycles. He emphasizes the importance of crafting a personal moral code and taking ownership of one’s beliefs, encouraging deep self-examination.