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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Modern life has removed physical discomfort, leading us to seek the easiest, most comfortable options, which can backfire on our well-being.

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How to Grow From Doing Hard Things | Michael Easter

@ Andrew Huberman

How to Grow From Doing Hard Things | Michael Easter

06/16/25

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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

We often lower our threshold for what we consider a problem as we encounter fewer real challenges, leading to a hollow sense of discomfort.

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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Boredom is an uncomfortable feeling, and now we have easy escapes from it, like our phones, which diminishes our ability to handle discomfort.

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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Living better in modern life often requires doing slightly uncomfortable things that are obvious and in front of us, like choosing to take the stairs instead of the escalator.

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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Daily self-induced discomforts, like cold showers or exercise, can help push back against the comfort of modern life and promote growth.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Life is increasingly boring for many people today because basic survival needs are easily met, leading to a search for more stimulating experiences.

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Michael Easter

06/16/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The experience of discomfort during physical challenges can lead to greater satisfaction and meaning in life.

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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

People in industrialized societies often experience more misery due to sedentary lifestyles and poor diets compared to those living in subsistence environments, who tend to be healthier and happier.

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The Diary Of A CEO Cast

05/12/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

The rapid pace of technological change is outpacing our ability to adapt, leading to a mismatch between the world we grew up in and the one we currently live in, which negatively impacts our well-being.

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Dr Rangan Chatterjee Cast

01/20/23

@ Dr Rangan Chatterjee

When we consciously respond to people and external events, we create a new environment in our body that leads to better lifestyle choices, making those choices feel effortless.