Embodying the Principle of Quality in Little Things | 3min snip from The Tim Ferriss Show

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#756: Anne Lamott and Josh Waitzkin

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Embodying the Principle of Quality in Little Things

The importance lies in embodying quality in small details, as seen through the example of a jiu-jitsu instructor who corrects students' attire, form, and behavior. By focusing on the little things like running the full circle during warm-up or refining drills, one can instill a deeper principle of quality. It is emphasized that cultivating good habits based on core principles is essential for making these principles a way of life. The speaker stresses that one must not wait for significant moments to excel, but rather, consistently apply the principle of quality in every small action, as these small moments make up the majority of life. The concept resonates with the idea that how one does anything reflects how they do everything, emphasizing the significance of consistent practice and training in all aspects of life.

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This episode is a two-for-one, and that’s because the podcast recently hit its 10-year anniversary and passed one billion downloads. To celebrate, I’ve curated some of the best of the best—some of my favorites—from more than 700 episodes over the last decade. I could not be more excited. The episode features segments from episode #522 "Anne Lamott on Taming Your Inner Critic, Finding Grace, and Prayer" and #148: "Josh Waitzkin, The Prodigy Returns."

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Timestamps:

[00:00] Start

[04:49] Notes about this supercombo format.

[05:51] Enter Anne Lamott.

[06:21] What is it about Bird by Bird that has affected so many people so deeply?

[07:18] Where the title of Bird by Bird originated.

[09:40] How Neal Allen helps people tame (but not discard) their inner critic.

[10:45] Who controls the dial when you're tuned in to KFKD radio?

[11:51] How Anne recommends I pursue my fiction writing aspirations.

[12:37] The pros and cons of Anne's upbringing.

[19:08] What does being "spiritually fit" mean to Anne?

[24:40] How radical self-care became an imperative for Anne.