103. Can speaking our goals aloud set us up for Failure and Sow Seeds of Discontent? - podcast episode cover

103. Can speaking our goals aloud set us up for Failure and Sow Seeds of Discontent?

Jan 05, 20243 hr 37 minEp 103Transcript available on Metacast
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How one can become genuinely curious without attachments?

We explore the challenge of setting personal goals and dealing with the negative self-talk that often arises when these goals are unmet or viewed from a destination-based perspective. They discuss the importance of focusing on the journey and the process rather than just the outcome. Through a series of discussions, they come to the understanding that genuine curiosity, approached without ego and with a childlike wonder, can be a transformative experience, allowing individuals to engage with their personal development more fully and with a sense of contentment. This approach leads to a discussion of curiosity's subjectivity and its potential to make an individual feel good by paying close attention and giving genuine time and effort to learn and grow.

 The key takeaway is that being curious serves as a catalyst for true knowledge and self-empowerment, transcending personal limitations and leading to a rewarding journey of self-discovery.

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