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Modern WisdomSep 27, 2021

#377 - Brad Stulberg - 6 Principles To Stop Feeling So Frantic

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#377 - Brad Stulberg - 6 Principles To Stop Feeling So Frantic includes mentions of Daring Greatly by Brene Brown, The Polyvagal Theory by Stephen Porges, This Is Water by David Foster Wallace, and The Practice of Groundedness by Brad Stuhlberg, with indexed source context and timestamps where available.

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Daring Greatly
Brene Brown

Indexed context: The host highlights Brene Brown's significant impact on the perception of vulnerability over the past decade. They emphasize that her work has made v…

The Polyvagal Theory
Stephen Porges

Indexed context: The host briefly touches on the concept of community as discussed in the polycanon. This mention serves to highlight the broader themes of connection…

This Is Water
David Foster Wallace

Indexed context: The host references 'This Is Water' to highlight the profound insights Wallace provides about the struggles one may face in life. This mention serves…

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Brad Stulberg is an expert in peak performance, a coach and an author. The pressure we put on ourselves to achieve can be intense. But what is the point of success if it crushes your spirit while you're doing it? Brad has coached some of the world's top performers and come up with 6 principles for groundedness - a path to flourishing which feeds rather than crushes your soul. Expect to learn why your performance will improve if you come from a place of enoughness, the crucial difference between playing to win and playing to not lose, Brad's framework to ground yourself in your life, why you shouldn't be ashamed by taking things seriously and much more...
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Daring Greatly
Brene Brown

The host highlights Brene Brown's significant impact on the perception of vulnerability over the past decade. They em…

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The Polyvagal Theory
Stephen Porges

The host briefly touches on the concept of community as discussed in the polycanon. This mention serves to highlight…

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This Is Water
David Foster Wallace

The host references 'This Is Water' to highlight the profound insights Wallace provides about the struggles one may f…

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The Practice of Groundedness
Brad Stuhlberg

The host briefly mentions Brad Stuhlberg's book to highlight its availability and relevance. This reference underscor…

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The Book of Life

The host briefly mentions 'The Book of Life' to highlight the significance of community and relationships. This book…

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Deep Work
Cal Newport

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  • The conversation centers on importance of community.
  • A second recurring theme is future challenges.
  • Referenced books include Daring Greatly by Brene Brown and The Polyvagal Theory by Stephen Porges.
  • Related interests include Individuals interested in personal development and emotional growth. and Individuals interested in the intersection of psychology and spirituality..

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Individuals interested in personal development and emotional growth.Individuals interested in the intersection of psychology and spirituality.Individuals seeking self-awareness and personal growthReaders interested in personal development and community building.Individuals interested in personal development and relationshipsExecutives and high performers seeking fulfillment

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Daring Greatly
Brene Brown
Best for Individuals interested in personal development and emotional growth.Often cited around vulnerability and aspiration

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Brene Brown has done a lot of work on vulnerability, and her books are great. Over the last 10 years, vulnerability became something to aspire towards, largely because of her influence.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Individuals interested in personal development and emotional growth.
Indexed context: Over the last 10 years, vulnerability became something to aspire towards, largely because of her influence.
The host highlights Brene Brown's significant impact on the perception of vulnerability over the past decade. They emphasize that her work has made vulnerability a desirable quality to strive for.
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The Polyvagal Theory
Stephen Porges
Best for Individuals interested in the intersection of psychology and spirituality.Often cited around importance of friendship

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In the polycanon, which is the oldest recorded Buddhist text, there's a line where the Buddha's loyal attendant Ananda discusses the importance of friendship and community.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Individuals interested in the intersection of psychology and spirituality.
Indexed context: In the polycanon, which is the oldest recorded Buddhist text, there's a line where the Buddha's loyal attendant Ananda discusses the importance of friendship and community.
The host briefly touches on the concept of community as discussed in the polycanon. This mention serves to highlight the broader themes of connection found in various texts, including 'The Polyvagal Theory.'
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This Is Water
David Foster Wallace
Best for Individuals seeking self-awareness and personal growthOften cited around future challenges

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David Foster Wallace has written so beautifully about what's going to go wrong with me in the future.

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Sentiment: Critical Analysis
For: Individuals seeking self-awareness and personal growth
Indexed context: David Foster Wallace has written so beautifully about what's going to go wrong with me in the future.
The host references 'This Is Water' to highlight the profound insights Wallace provides about the struggles one may face in life. This mention serves to underscore the importance of awareness and mindfulness in navigating future difficulties.
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Best for Readers interested in personal development and community building.Often cited around importance of community

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Brad Stuhlberg's book is mentioned as being available everywhere books are sold, emphasizing the importance of community and groundedness.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Readers interested in personal development and community building.
Indexed context: Brad Stuhlberg's book is mentioned as being available everywhere books are sold.
The host briefly mentions Brad Stuhlberg's book to highlight its availability and relevance. This reference underscores the themes of community and groundedness that the book addresses.
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Best for Individuals interested in personal development and relationshipsOften cited around importance of community

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The conversation touches on the importance of community and relationships, emphasizing that they are ends in themselves rather than means to an end.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Individuals interested in personal development and relationships
Indexed context: they are ends in themselves rather than means to an end.
The host briefly mentions 'The Book of Life' to highlight the significance of community and relationships. This book serves as a reminder that these connections are valuable in their own right.
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Deep Work
Cal Newport
Best for Executives and high performers seeking fulfillmentOften cited around sustainable performance choices

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I read this Cal Newport article about how you downsized your life.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Executives and high performers seeking fulfillment
Indexed context: I read this Cal Newport article about how you downsized your life.
The host mentions 'Deep Work' by Cal Newport to highlight the importance of focused work and simplifying one's life for better performance. This reference aligns with the discussion on making deliberate choices to enhance well-being and productivity.
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Daring Greatly
Modern Wisdom · 1:02:55
Indexed context: The host highlights Brene Brown's significant impact on the perception of vulnerability over the past decade. They emphasize that her work has made v…
The Polyvagal Theory
Modern Wisdom · 1:05:28
Indexed context: The host briefly touches on the concept of community as discussed in the polycanon. This mention serves to highlight the broader themes of connection…
This Is Water
Modern Wisdom · 17:14
Indexed context: The host references 'This Is Water' to highlight the profound insights Wallace provides about the struggles one may face in life. This mention serves…
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Daring Greatly
Brene Brown

The host highlights Brene Brown's significant impact on the perception of vulnerability over the past decade. They emphasize that her work has made…

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The Polyvagal Theory cover
Mentioned at 1:05:28
The Polyvagal Theory
Stephen Porges

The host briefly touches on the concept of community as discussed in the polycanon. This mention serves to highlight the broader themes of connecti…

Direct Amazon listing · affiliate link
This Is Water cover
Mentioned at 17:14
This Is Water
David Foster Wallace

The host references 'This Is Water' to highlight the profound insights Wallace provides about the struggles one may face in life. This mention serv…

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