FAREWELL

Guest Brad Stulberg shares the benefits of a Digital Sabbath, highlighting presence and creativity. Discusses the process of disconnecting from devices, the advantages of a digital detox, and the importance of mindful usage for overall well-being.

Author Oliver Burkeman challenges traditional time management strategies, advocating for accepting our limits and focusing on meaningful goals. He discusses the balance between efficiency and deep focus, prioritizing important tasks, and embracing reality to reduce stress and enhance productivity. The conversation delves into the impact of capitalism on our mentality, the evolution of productivity discourse, and finding contentment in the present moment.

Rebecca Rusch, the 'Queen of Pain,' shares her surprising approach to mastering her craft in this podcast. They discuss the Zen concept of 'Beginner's Mind,' the power of pessimism, and the perils of over preparing. Embracing humility, continuous growth, and the value of asking for help are highlighted themes in the conversation.

The podcast delves into the transformative insights of a 10-day silent meditation retreat, exploring control, pain, and patience in meditation practice. It also discusses mindfulness and self-awareness in physical performance, shifting from reacting to responding through meditation, and the virtues of patience, faith, and practice for growth.

Experienced coach Steve Magness discusses the importance of soft skills in effective leadership, emphasizing qualities like curiosity, care, and authenticity. He explores how ego and blame can hinder coaching progress and highlights the essential qualities of a youth sports coach, promoting a positive and enjoyable approach for long-term success.

Author Kyle Chayka discusses how algorithms shape our cultural experiences and influence our identity. The conversation explores the impact of algorithmic feeds on personal preferences and the importance of friction for self-discovery in the digital age.

Exploring the shift from traditional stability to adaptability with allostasis, emphasizing the need for flexibility in handling life's changes. Learn about the benefits of embracing change, navigating chaos with rituals, and finding stability through resilience and personal growth. Discover the importance of adaptation and evolution for psychological well-being.

Topics include intuitive eating, using fear as motivation, and protecting humanity from technology. They discuss the challenges of interpreting internal signals, embracing fear as a motivator for success, and the impact of technology on genuine human connections.

Exploring the importance of attention in health, the dynamics of bottom-up versus top-down attention, training focus through activities like meditation and deep reading, and the significance of attention training for overall mental well-being.

Clay talks to Evelyn Tribole, co-founder of Intuitive Eating, about mindful eating and building a healthy relationship with food. They explore decoding food cravings, breaking free from diet culture, and embracing mindfulness in eating habits for better physical and mental health.