In this review, Nathalie and Aaron discuss various topics related to self-help, productivity, and personal growth. They explore the paradoxes of self-reflection and the circuitous paths to self-knowledge.

They delve into the denial of mortality and the core of anxiety that drives many of our actions. The conversation highlights the importance of creating spaces for reflection and the value of community support.

They discuss the need to embrace all parts of oneself and the role of play in personal growth. The conversation concludes with a discussion on productivity and the importance of being kind to oneself.

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Key Themes:

1. Self-reflection and self-knowledge often involve exploring paradoxes and taking circuitous paths.

2. The denial of mortality and the core of anxiety drive many of our actions.

3. Creating spaces for reflection and being part of intentional communities can support personal growth.

4. Embracing all parts of oneself and engaging in play are important for personal development.

Websites:

· https://www.oliverburkeman.com

· Getting Stuff Done By Not Being Mean To Yourself – Susan Piver - https://buff.ly/2VhTfzO

Books:

· Finding Meaning In The Second Half Of Life – James Hollis - https://bit.ly/48IGheD

· Four Thousand Weeks - Oliver Burkeman - https://buff.ly/48Xmx7h

· HELP!: How to Become Slightly Happier and Get a Bit More Done – Oliver Burkeman - https://buff.ly/48XmB71

· The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can’t Stand Positive Thinking – Oliver Burkeman – https://buff.ly/4945r7O

· Psychological Types – C. G. Jung - https://buff.ly/3vmJUcp

· The Book On The Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are – Alan Watts - https://buff.ly/3TC5Mdj

· Already Free: Buddhism Meets Psychotherapy on the Path of Liberation – Bruce Tift - https://buff.ly/3VgSHas

· Getting things done - David Allen - https://buff.ly/43kVul9

Podcast/Video:

· The Way Out Is In - Jo Confino & Brother Phap Huu - https://buff.ly/3TEx9U9