The Blue Dot Effect: Why Things Always Seem Worse Than They Are
Have you ever wondered why, despite everything seemingly going well, you still feel a nagging sense of dissatisfaction? Well, you’re not alone. This is actually a fascinating psychological phenomenon I call "The Blue Dot Effect". It’s all about how our brains can trick us into seeing problems and negativity even when everything around us is getting better. Join me and Drew as we unpack this curious effect and explore how it impacts our everyday lives. From the way we perceive our personal achievements to our overall happiness, the Blue Dot Effect plays a sneaky role in shaping our mindset. Let's dig right in. Get one month of Shopify for $1: https://shopify.com/idgaf Use code IDGAF to get 10% off your first order at Timeline: https://timeline.com/IDGAF Tell me what you think of the pod: https://markmanson.net/tellme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12 Jun 202439min
The Harsh Truth About Self-Discipline (ft. Rich Roll)
I’ve often wondered if self-discipline is just a way of turning bad addictions into healthy ones. After all, addictions of all kinds are really just an attempt to numb and distract ourselves from facing uncomfortable feelings. Can’t the same be said for healthy behaviors once they reach a level of compulsion? I brought Rich Roll on the pod to discuss this idea because, well, he’s a recovered alcoholic who turned into an ultra-endurance athlete in his 40s. Rich is no stranger to reinventing himself, repeatedly leveraging his flaws into virtues. We talk about the value of pain as a catalyst for change, the idea that addiction is a spectrum that doesn’t just involve substances, terrible breakups, finding a deeper spirituality, lessons from Rich’s financial struggles, his career running a top podcast, and much, much more. Use the code IDGAF to get 20% off your one-time order at https://livemomentous.com/ Get rid of unwanted subscriptions by signing up for Rocket Money at https://rocketmoney.com/idgaf Take my podcast survey https://markmanson.net/tellme Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5 Jun 20241h 36min
5 Ways to Hack Your Mind For Success
The way you think about the world and your place in it can have a huge impact on your life. And yet, when it comes to evaluating the way we think, we’re rarely able to smell our own bullshit. So today, Drew and I break down five different mindsets you can adopt to live a more examined, successful life. This requires you to reject many of the mindless beliefs you’ve been force fed your entire life. Let’s do it. Get one month of Shopify for $1 at https://shopify.com/idgaf Use code IDGAF for 10% off your health services at https://MarekHealth.com/idgaf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
29 Mai 202446min
How Modern Dating Became Such a Dumpster Fire (ft. Sadia Khan)
Let's be honest: the modern dating landscape is a shit show. From declining marriage rates and rising infidelity to the nightmare of using dating apps—it's brutal out there. With all these supposedly "easy" ways to meet new people, why are the people who want long-term, stable relationships so fed up with the dating world? I invited dating and relationships coach Sadia Khan on the pod to discuss how the skills we use to excel in modern dating often sabotage long-term happiness. Sadia brings a refreshing, thought-provoking perspective to the conversation that will help you navigate the complexities of today's dating world. We dive into the role of self-esteem in successful relationships, the pitfalls of modern dating advice, and the skewed expectations shaped by social media, dating apps, and pornography. Enjoy. Get 10% off your first order of Mitopure at timeline.com/idgaf Get 3 extra months on your SurfShark VPN subscription at surfshark.deals/SubtleArt Get 10% off your first month of therapy at betterhelp.com/idgaf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 Mai 20241h 6min
5 Ugly Truths That Make Life Beautiful
So many people seem to be obsessed with feeling good all the time. They’re always looking for “hacks” to an easier, happier life. But what if the easy way actually makes it harder to have a life full of meaning and purpose? Today, Drew and I take on the ugly truths that give life its beauty. Some of these might be a little hard to stomach at first. But if you see them through, you might be surprised at what’s on the other side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
15 Mai 202448min
How to go from Boring to Extraordinary (ft. Codie Sanchez)
In an era where “quiet quitting” and “self-care” obsessions seem to be all the rage, there’s a huge opportunity to set yourself apart from everyone else—and it’s not as hard as you might think. Codie Sanchez set herself apart by buying “boring businesses” and turning her venture into a multi-million dollar enterprise. But for Codie, it’s about so much more than the money. Her simple mantra is, “question everything”, and it has given her a unique perspective on life, relationships, and happiness, which we explore here in this week’s pod. This was a fun interview, check it out. Get 20% off + free shipping at manscaped.com using the promo code IDGAF Get a one-month trial of Shopify for just $1 at shopify.com/idgaf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8 Mai 202455min
(Q&A) Fear of Failure, Morning Routines, and... Manifesting?
A week ago, we hit 2M subs on YouTube and 10M podcast downloads, and I promised a special Q&A episode of the pod—which turned out to be more fun than I expected. Jump in on this celebratory episode, where I rapid fire through some of the most interesting questions sent in by you guys. Get all the goodness with AG1, if you use this link, they'll throw in a free one-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 and 5 AG1 Travel Packs: https://drinkag1.com/idgaf Try a free sample pack with any drink mix purchase, using my link: https://drinklmnt.com/idgaf Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 Mai 202459min
The Stoic Secrets to a Good Life (ft. Ryan Holiday)
There’s an ancient philosophy that could actually help you give fewer f*cks, and unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard of it. Stoicism has been helping people manage their stress and anxiety for thousands of years and today, it’s more relevant than ever. @ryanholiday is the New York Times Bestselling author of multiple books on Stoicism. He believes that Stoicism is the framework that can help you be a normal person in an increasingly crazy world. Today’s episode dives into the life-altering benefits of following a philosophy that encourages you to focus on what you can control, and fuck the rest. Get 10% off BetterHelp by signing up via my link: https://www.betterhelp.com/markmanson And get your nutritional goodness with AG1 using my link: https://drinkag1.com/idgaf And of course, check out The Tim Ferris Show here, available on all podcasting platforms: https://tim.blog/podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Apr 202452min
