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Will Ahmed

05/20/25

@ Chris Williamson

You need to be careful about how many desires you pursue at once, as it can lead to unhappiness until you achieve them.

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The Downfall Of CrossFit & The Future Of Fitness - Will Ahmed

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The Downfall Of CrossFit & The Future Of Fitness - Will Ahmed

05/20/25

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Naval Ravikant

06/05/19

@ PowerfulJRE

Desire can lead to suffering; focusing on one desire at a time can help you achieve it more effectively.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

To be successful, you must be choosy about your desires. Focusing on fewer desires allows you to conserve energy and time, making it easier to excel in what truly matters.

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Naval Ravikant

06/05/19

@ PowerfulJRE

Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want, so it's important to manage your desires wisely.

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Will Ahmed

05/20/25

@ Chris Williamson

You should focus on one or two main pursuits to avoid spreading yourself too thin and not excelling at anything.

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Naval Ravikant

10/29/15

@ Tim Ferriss

Desire is a contract you make with yourself to be unhappy until you get what you want. Being aware of this can help you choose your desires more carefully.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

To alleviate stress, acknowledge your conflicting desires and either resolve them or accept the loss of one.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

The pursuit of happiness can lead to anxiety if everything goes as expected, while too much unpredictability can also be overwhelming. Life's fulfillment lies in balancing these two extremes.

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Naval Ravikant

04/01/25

@ Chris Williamson

Desire creates a contract for unhappiness until you achieve what you want. This can lead to a constant state of dissatisfaction, especially when the desired outcome is beyond your control.

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Naval Ravikant

10/29/15

@ Tim Ferriss

The desire to be successful often contradicts the desire to be happy, and we must learn to balance both.