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Naval Ravikant on Happiness, Reducing Anxiety, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
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10/16/20
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I don't go on other people's podcasts anymore; I had to make an exception for you because you're the OG who put me on the map.
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Science is about doubt and falsifiability; it should not be based on consensus or groupthink.
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The foundation of science is doubt; if something is not falsifiable, it's not scientific.
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Understanding is more important than memorization; you should be able to explain concepts in multiple ways.
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To make money, you need to create wealth in a deliberate, systematic way, not just rely on luck or privilege.
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The purpose of money is freedom, allowing you to live life on your own terms.
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Ethical wealth creation is possible; if you secretly despise wealth, it will elude you.
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You won't get rich renting out your time; you must own equity in a business to gain financial freedom.
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The best in the world at something should be able to reach the entire world through leverage and distribution.
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The moment of suffering arrives when you can no longer unsee the damage in a relationship or health issue.
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The hardest part of personal growth is not learning new skills, but unlearning old habits and being willing to start from scratch.
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To achieve true wealth, you must leverage your specific knowledge and be an interface between great programmers and the market, rather than relying on luck or get-rich-quick schemes.
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Anxiety is a natural part of being human, but learning to manage it can lead to greater effectiveness and success.
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Meditation is not just about sitting quietly; it's about self-examination and understanding your thoughts to reduce anxiety and improve mental clarity.
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The quality of your life is determined by the relationship you have with yourself and the thoughts that constantly run through your mind.
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To truly understand your mental state, spend time alone without distractions, allowing yourself to confront your thoughts and feelings.
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Reading philosophy can provide timeless insights that help alleviate the urgency and anxiety created by modern life.
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The media's goal is to make every problem your problem to capture attention and clicks, creating a chaotic environment where even non-participation is not allowed.
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Timeless wisdom is best consumed from old practitioners who were clear-minded and not caught up in contemporary politics.
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I listen to Seneca's 'Moral Letters to Lucilius' on repeat while working out, and I learn something new every time.
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Cryptocurrencies are one of the greatest inventions in human history, creating a digital frontier free from regulatory interference.
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Cryptocurrencies allow for trustless transactions between humans without the need for a government or corporation to mediate.
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Bitcoin is a store of value that can be easily transferred and verified, but it is also highly volatile and not completely private.
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Stablecoins track the value of the US dollar, allowing for dollar-denominated trading while introducing risks such as fraud, censorship, and volatility.
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There's no free lunch with stablecoins; they impose costs like fraud risk, censorship risk, or blow-up risk, depending on their structure.
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The demand for Bitcoin is driven by its die-hard believers, ensuring its value as long as there are people willing to trade it for hard assets.
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The future of cryptocurrencies will involve more institutional investors, which will strengthen the narrative and increase validation for Bitcoin.
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The internet will have its own native currency, and cryptocurrencies are the means to communicate value securely across it without third parties.
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Digital scarcity, like that of Bitcoin, is as important as digital abundance, allowing for the transmission of value through the internet.
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All truly effective self-help boils down to choosing long-term over short-term. Long-term thinking gets you long-term results, and if you can adopt a long-term mindset, life becomes much easier.
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The modern devil is cheap dopamine, and in modern times, we've hyper-accelerated this. The modern mind is overstimulated while the body is understimulated, leading to a struggle between instant gratification and long-term fulfillment.
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Success in life often boils down to a variation of the marshmallow test: can you delay gratification for a greater reward later? Adopting long-term thinking is crucial for achieving success.
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Choosing long-term over short-term applies to all aspects of life, including relationships, finances, and health. The best habits are those that make long-term choices feel effortless and enjoyable.
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The best relationships are those that don't feel like work. You should seek out people who make you happy just by being themselves, as these connections are effortless and sustainable.
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To avoid conflict, the first rule is to avoid people who are constantly engaged in conflict. Observe how someone treats their worst enemy, as they may eventually redefine you as an enemy too.
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Self-awareness is key in relationships. The more self-aware someone is, the more attractive they are to others. It's easier to be around people who are conscious of their actions and emotions.
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The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it. Life is filled with games, and it's important to recognize when you've won and to let go of the need to keep playing.
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You should enjoy life and not suffer unnecessarily. If you're constantly suffering, find a way to escape that suffering or redefine your perspective on it.
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Someone has to be happy all the time; it might as well be you. Choose to be the person who embodies happiness and positivity, regardless of external circumstances.