Dr. Hanson and Forrest explore how we can "aspire without attachment;" dreaming big dreams and pursuing them with commitment, while also being at peace with whatever happens.
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Timestamps:
0:40: What does “aspiring without attachment” mean?
2:45: Why is it a good thing to aspire without attachment?
7:55: Process vs. outcome goals.
10:35: Re-framing what “winning” looks like.
15:00: Accepting the reality of negative outcomes.
16:45: “Failure” as part of a process.
18:45: The power of big goals.
20:30: Relaxing the sense of self.
28:15: Being carried by purpose
31:00: Recap
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