3197: [Part 1] Why You Should Care About Many Things by Mark Manson on Optimizing Life

Published: May 29, 2024, 7 a.m.

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\nEpisode 3197:\nExplore the crucial concept of "identity diversification" in Mark Manson's insightful narrative. Delve into how diversifying what we value - much like diversifying investments - can prevent a total collapse of self-esteem when life inevitably throws challenges our way. It's an enlightening read that promises to shift your perspective and enrich your understanding of personal identity.\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://markmanson.net/why-you-should-care-about-many-things\nQuotes to ponder:\n"Whether consciously or unconsciously, we all choose what\u2019s important to us; we choose what we value."\n"It\u2019s also smart to diversify your identity, to invest your self-esteem and what you care about into a variety of different areas - business, social life, relationships, philanthropy, athletics - so that when one goes south, you\u2019re not completely screwed over and emotionally wrecked."\n"Identity diversification. It\u2019s one of those ideas that\u2019s so obvious yet so elusive."\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices