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The art of asking
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Let People Help
Book • 2014
In this captivating memoir, Amanda Palmer shares her journey of embracing vulnerability and the power of asking for help.
The book delves into her experiences as a musician, friend, and wife, highlighting the emotional, philosophical, and practical aspects of asking.
Palmer discusses how fear of asking for help can paralyze lives and relationships, and she inspires readers to rethink their ideas about asking, giving, art, and love.
The book is an expansion of her highly acclaimed TED talk and explores her successes and failures in building a supportive community through her music and art.
The book delves into her experiences as a musician, friend, and wife, highlighting the emotional, philosophical, and practical aspects of asking.
Palmer discusses how fear of asking for help can paralyze lives and relationships, and she inspires readers to rethink their ideas about asking, giving, art, and love.
The book is an expansion of her highly acclaimed TED talk and explores her successes and failures in building a supportive community through her music and art.
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Mentioned in 9 episodes
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as a book he couldn't finish, describing it as a collection of random thoughts about her life experiences.


Mike Schmitz

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as an example of a book he listened to as an audiobook while running.


Mike Schmitz

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when recalling a time she used the book’s principles to find accommodation.

Danielle Strachman

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#39 - Danielle Strachman, Co-Founder & GP at 1517
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as a book that advocates for asking for what one wants.


Spencer Greenberg

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as an influential book that helped her accept audience donations and start a Patreon.

Joanna Penn

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for navigating difficult conversations, particularly in business.


Tim Ferriss

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; discussed previously on the podcast.


Mike Schmitz

102: Pick Three by Randi Zuckerberg
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in relation to an audiobook experience.


Mike Schmitz

89: Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance by Robert Pirsig
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as a resource for learning how to ask for help.

Eric Tivers

289 | Sex, Intimacy and ADHD with Ari Tuckman
Mentioned in relation to her involvement with Neil Gaiman and the allegations of abuse.

The Cult of Neil Gaiman






