Emotions serve as valuable feedback mechanisms for our experiences, yet they can also lead to irrational fears, unwarranted excitement, and unhealthy relationships. Acknowledging that emotions can misguide us is essential; both blind adherence to them and complete suppression are detrimental. The self-help industry often promotes an overreliance on emotions, which may address one issue but inadvertently create new ones. A balanced approach involves recognizing emotions without letting them dictate all decisions.
We all wish we gave fewer f*cks in our lives, but wanting to and doing it are two different things. If you've read my book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, then you know that not giving a f*ck doesn't mean you don't care about anything—it means deliberately choosing what you give a f*ck about and ignore the rest.
In this episode, we dive into the realities of not giving f*ck, the good and the bad. We talk about why there will never be a time when you're completely free from judgement by others. Why being "normal"—whatever that means—is not something to aspire to, nor is wanting to be liked by everyone. How criticism is a part of life you can't escape—but not all criticism is created equal. And a whole lot more.
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