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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

I learned that surveys can be limiting because people often can't articulate their problems due to emotions like shame or embarrassment.

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The Number One Goal is Getting Started - Avni Patel Thompson of Poppy

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The Number One Goal is Getting Started - Avni Patel Thompson of Poppy

03/03/18

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Dr. Ethan Kross

11/25/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Venting emotions to others can lead to co-rumination, which may strengthen bonds but doesn't help in solving the underlying problems.

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Dr. Rosalind Watts

03/16/18

@ Y Combinator

It's incredibly challenging to tell participants that we can't provide them with follow-up sessions due to funding constraints, especially when they've experienced such profound relief from their depression.

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Joel Pearson

06/24/24

@ Rich Roll

Many people lack a healthy relationship with self-awareness, often failing to recognize their emotional states until it's too late, which can lead to poor decision-making.

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Dr. Karl Deisseroth

05/15/25

@ Andrew Huberman

In psychiatry, we often struggle with the subjective nature of emotions, as patients may use terms like 'depressed' differently than clinicians do.

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Michael Seibel

03/16/23

@ Y Combinator

Surveys can help you understand customer pain points, but they won't provide solutions. The real insights come when you present a product, even a basic MVP, to customers and gather feedback.

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Joe Hudson

06/20/25

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

In coaching, I emphasize the importance of addressing emotional states that individuals often avoid, as these can limit their capacity to solve problems effectively.

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Avni Patel Thompson

03/03/18

@ Y Combinator

I realized the importance of talking to users and seeing their problems in real life, not just taking their words at face value.

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Dr. Ethan Kross

11/25/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Social media can provide a platform for emotional expression, but it often leads to unfiltered communication that can escalate negative emotions and societal issues.

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Dr. Ethan Kross

11/25/24

@ Andrew Huberman

Chatter often leads to a narrow focus on problems, making it difficult to see the bigger picture, which can exacerbate feelings of distress.