Training Somatic Sensitivity and Internal Locus of Control

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#756: Anne Lamott and Josh Waitzkin

The Tim Ferriss Show

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Training Somatic Sensitivity and Internal Locus of Control

Cultivating somatic sensitivity involves training oneself to notice subtle details often overlooked by others. This requires developing an internal locus of control, focusing on internal orientation rather than external pressures. Artists and performers, for instance, need to bring out their essence through their craft by operating from the inside out. Constantly feeling pressured by external expectations, opinions, and social media reactions can hinder this internal focus. Instead of being reactive to external stimuli, individuals should strive to be proactive and internally driven. This internal focus is crucial for high-level artists to trust their intuition and not be overly concerned about external perceptions from critics or individuals who may lack expertise in the field.

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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.