
Reading with Ari: Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter
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11/22/23 • 73 min
In our latest podcast episode, my guest Ari and I discuss Michael Easter's book "Scarcity Brain." We explore how our survival instincts and scarcity cues can keep us trapped in a cycle of insatiability, and the far-reaching implications of scarcity and numbers in our daily decisions. We also tackle the controversial topic of cancel culture and the alarming rise of overthinking and offer practical guidance to foster contentment through gratitude, meditation, and wise decision-making. Tune in now for a deep understanding of how scarcity influences our lives and how we can combat its effects.
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In our latest podcast episode, my guest Ari and I discuss Michael Easter's book "Scarcity Brain." We explore how our survival instincts and scarcity cues can keep us trapped in a cycle of insatiability, and the far-reaching implications of scarcity and numbers in our daily decisions. We also tackle the controversial topic of cancel culture and the alarming rise of overthinking and offer practical guidance to foster contentment through gratitude, meditation, and wise decision-making. Tune in now for a deep understanding of how scarcity influences our lives and how we can combat its effects.
🧠 This episode and more are available now on all streaming platforms. Check it out on Spotify, iTunes or http://podcast.redleaf.fit/
'The RedLeaf Fitness Podcast is a show dedicated to bringing you stories, interviews and conversations about living a healthy, resilient and productive life.
#Strength #Adventure #Community
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The RedLeaf Fitness Podcast - Reading with Ari: Scarcity Brain by Michael Easter
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Welcome back to another edition of the Red Leaf Fitness podcast , a show dedicated to bringing you stories , interviews and conversations about living a healthy , resilient and productive life .
Speaker 1I'm your host , sean Blinch , and I want to thank you for making time to listen to this episode today
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