Lies We've Been Told To Believe
Article Round-Up: 7.10.22
Enjoy this weeks round-up of articles, podcasts, and more from the web. There’s a common theme this week. We’re taking a look at opposing truths to what many of us may believe. We’ll explore thoughts on happiness, dieting, knowledge, and general life advice.
Takeaway: Happiness is not a goal, it’s a consequence.
As you work toward achieving the goals that you find meaningful, as you build toward your purpose—as defined only by you—happiness will eventually appear and sit beside you.
“Don’t Be Afraid of What You Don’t Know w JG” [Podcast]
Takeaway: If you hide what you don’t know out of fear, embarrassment, or shame, then you’ll never open yourself to finding the right people to teach you. Being open about what you need allows yo to attract the right people to your life to help you move forward toward your goals.
Takeaway: This article attempts to answer the age-old question for fitness enthusiasts everywhere, “Can you stay really lean and muscular all year round?”
The answer seems to be, “kind of, but not without experiencing negative symptoms and hating your life.”
This article is a bit research-dense. Data nerds rejoice.
“23 Lies You’ve Been Told About The World”
Takeaway: A compilation of general principles that simply aren’t true. My favorites from the list:
“Money is the only type of wealth.”
“Free time is bad.”
“You need to have the perfect idea to build something meaningful.”