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How to Escape the Toxic Hustle Culture and Live a Life You Love (Telic vs. Atelic)

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In this Lessons episode, we journey beyond the relentless hustle culture to explore the balance between goal-driven (telic) activities and goal-free (atelic) activities. This distinction, inspired by philosophical insights, sheds light on the path to a balanced, meaningful, and satisfying life amidst the pressure to constantly achieve. Here's what we'll delve into:

• The Trap of Constant Achievement: Unpacking the societal pressures of relentless goal pursuit and the impact on our well-being.

• The Philosophical Lens: Introduction to the concepts of telic and atelic activities, derived from the thoughts of Aristotle, Kieran Setia, and Arthur Schopenhauer.

• The Dangers of Telic-Dominant Living: Exploring the psychological and physical toll of a life overly focused on measurable success.

• The Beauty of Atelic Activities: Discovering the enriching, everyday activities that nourish the soul without a defined end goal.

• Actionable Steps: Practical suggestions to identify and incorporate atelic activities in daily life, fostering a balance between doing and being.

• Reflections on Personal Growth: A reminder that growth and fulfillment can be found beyond societal benchmarks of success, in the simple, goal-free activities that bring joy and serenity.

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