The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Triggered Much? How to Avoid Extremes and Find Your Middle Ground – Sam Qurashi with Dave Asprey : 786
Jan 29, 2021
Sam Qurashi, a self-proclaimed unorthodox psychologist and social media entrepreneur, dives into the importance of finding balance in life rather than living in extremes. He introduces 'liminalism,' a framework that encourages personal growth through gentle interruptions of mental patterns. Sam discusses navigating emotional authenticity, confronting fears for self-improvement, and leveraging personal failure as a learning experience. He emphasizes the power of forgiveness and nurturing positive connections for emotional healing in our complex world.
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Two Schools of Learning
- There are two types of learning: repetitive practice with restarts after mistakes and continuous practice without stopping.
- The former refines muscle memory, while the latter builds a skill's overall structure.
Giving Up vs. Persisting
- Before quitting something, ask: Did I do it properly and did I do it enough?
- This prevents prematurely abandoning potentially valuable skills or behaviors.
Permission to Quit
- To overcome feeling trapped, verbally give yourself permission to quit, even if you don't intend to.
- This reinforces your choice and reduces pressure, allowing you to continue more freely.
