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Lauren McCarthy

09/04/17

@ Y Combinator

The project was somewhat successful; it helped me realize the limits I put on myself and allowed me to loosen up my identity during the dates.

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Artist Lauren McCarthy Will Be Your Home's Brain

@ Y Combinator

Artist Lauren McCarthy Will Be Your Home's Brain

09/04/17

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Lauren McCarthy

09/04/17

@ Y Combinator

Giving up control during the dates made me feel more freedom, but I also experienced uncertainty in decision-making afterward, like how to initiate intimacy.

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Lauren McCarthy

09/04/17

@ Y Combinator

In a project called 'Social Triggers', I went on blind dates streamed online, where viewers coached me on what to say or do, aiming to improve my dating life.

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Lauren McCarthy

09/04/17

@ Y Combinator

Initially, I informed my dates about the project, but it shifted to revealing it afterward to avoid the conversation becoming solely about the project.

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Jessica Mah

03/13/14

@ Y Combinator

After going through tough times, I stopped caring about what others thought of me, which allowed me to engage more openly with the community.

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Ooshma Garg

04/19/16

@ Y Combinator

I took time to reflect on my experiences and insights, which led me to develop a personalized dinner subscription service that ultimately succeeded.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

I had to be honest with myself about my character flaws and the things I lied about, which helped me understand who I really am.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

I've become more ruthless about prioritizing my own needs and freedom. I no longer keep a schedule and operate more freely, which has given me a sense of liberation.

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Narendra Modi

03/16/25

@ Lex Fridman

I often experimented with my body and mind, testing my limits and shaping my life through various experiences and readings.

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David Goggins

01/01/19

@ Rich Roll

I realized that my fear of dying without accomplishing anything drove me to push myself beyond my limits.