On Learning, Perfectionism, and Happiness with Oliver Burkeman
Ep. 313 w/ Shownotes
Ravi sits down with journalist and bestselling author Oliver Burkeman (Meditation for Mortals and Four Thousand Weeks) to explore what it means to live a meaningful life in a culture addicted to optimization. Together, they explore the line between healthy ambition and toxic perfectionism, the “icky middle” of mastery and why it’s important to find joy in being an intermediate, and when to embrace creative neglect. Finally, they unpack the struggles of living in the digital era and discuss how we can build healthier relationships with screens.
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Meditation for Mortals (Oliver Burkeman, 10/8/24)
Four Thousand Weeks (Oliver Burkeman, 8/10/21)
Stolen Focus (Johann Hari, 1/25/22)
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