Do Hard Things Part 1 - The Why

01/04/2021 26 min
Do Hard Things Part 1 - The Why

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Episode Synopsis

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Episode Notes:
Here’s the main idea: When we do hard things, we live life more fully.

Why don't we live a life with meaning & difficulty?
1. Humans are wired for comfort.
2. Our culture caters to an easy life.

Why should we do hard things?
1. We do hard things to experience greater joy.
2. We do hard things to find & live our purpose.

Resources & Quotes:
“Many people die at twenty five and aren't buried until they are seventy five.” ― Benjamin Franklin
To avoid criticism do nothing, be nothing, and say nothing. (Aristotle or Elbert Hubbard)
Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport
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