2min snip

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish cover image

Brent Beshore: Business Brilliance and Happiness at Home

The Knowledge Project with Shane Parrish

NOTE

Authenticity vs. Perception

The speaker reflects on the dilemma of optimizing life for those who know us best or least, considering if people would like or love us if they really knew us. They note the tendency to present a curated, idealized image on social media, seeking approval and validation. Reflecting on personal growth, the speaker emphasizes shifting focus from self-interest to genuine care in relationships, avoiding treating others as merely a means to fulfill personal needs. They highlight the danger of approaching relationships with a consumer mentality, consuming others for personal satisfaction, which they deem as poisonous.

00:00

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode