MERRY CHRISTMAS - MY GIFT TO YOU!

https://cdn.freedomainradio.com/FDRP/FDR_Xmas_eve.mp3<br /><br />This episode explores insecurities, effective communication, taboo topics, redefining success, parallels between philosophy and being a doctor, using adversity for growth, and ends with gratitude and warm wishes.<br /><br />Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free! Get my new series on the Truth About the French Revolution, access to the audiobook for my new book 'Peaceful Parenting,' StefBOT-AI, private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and more! See you soon! <br /><br />https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022<br /><br />Brief Summary<br /><br />In today's episode, we explore insecurities and their impact on interactions. We discuss effective communication and bridging gaps between engineers and salespeople. We also tackle taboo topics, emphasizing compassion and moral courage. Success is redefined as the result of willpower and choice, not external factors. We highlight the parallels between philosophy and being a doctor. Privilege is discussed, emphasizing the use of adversity for personal growth. We express gratitude, share a promo code, and extend warm wishes. Love to all, signing off.<br /><br />Chapters<br /><br />0:00:00 Recap of the Year: Podcasts, Novels, and History Lessons<br />0:04:14 The Importance of Perspective in Different Stages of Life<br />0:07:58 The Unseen Impact of Negative Friendships<br />0:12:42 Merry Christmas greetings and introduction<br />0:16:05 Curiosity about the age at which change becomes unlikely<br />0:17:24 The Demon of Dangerous Optimism<br />0:20:30 The Lottery: Everyone Loses, Exceptions Are Rare<br />0:23:36 The Danger of Pointing Out Exceptions and Derailing Conversations<br />0:27:31 The Sabotage of Dating Advice<br />0:29:01 The Irritation of Nitpickers<br />0:35:35 Cold Weather and Bad Traffic Woes<br />0:37:28 The Toxicity of Hope and the Definition of Insanity<br />0:42:31 Hope as a Drug and the Time and Place for Hope<br />0:48:24 The pros and cons of tinkering with technology<br />0:57:44 Creating a Fully Functional Database for a Chinese Company<br />1:03:52 Judging and evaluating others' worth and choices<br />1:07:54 Paying what the show is worth and the choice to free ride<br />1:12:19 Resenting being a younger sibling<br />1:16:10 The Difficulty of Creating Hit Songs<br />1:19:13 The Resentment Towards Salespeople<br />1:23:32 Importance of Sales and Marketing in Determining Success<br />1:30:31 Handling Public Displays of Child Abuse<br />1:34:08 Philosophy, Hardship, and Verbal Abuse<br />1:38:52 Moral Courage in Dysfunctional Environments