How to Deal with Defensive People & Understanding the Mother-Son Relationship

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How Not to Die Anytime Soon & Why You Need Friction in Your Life

When you get sick, your instinct is to withdraw — crawl into bed, cancel plans, and avoid people. As unpleasant as that feels, it turns out that instinct may be doing something surprisingly important for everyone else. This episode begins with why feeling miserable when you’re si ...  Show more

How to Adapt When Life Throws a Curveball & Understanding the Flow of Time

What if one of the best-performing investments over the last few decades wasn’t stocks, real estate, or gold — but LEGO? It sounds absurd, yet when researchers tracked the resale value of LEGO sets, they found returns that beat many traditional investments. We begin by looking at ...  Show more

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