Often we see so many traits & behaviors as directly tied to our morality - including those around how we look, feel, think and act. But journalist & author Rebecca Seal says many of the things we’ve been told are bad are actually just as useful as the good. Her latest book is called Be Bad, Better: How Not Trying So Hard Will Set You Free. Want to become a podcast sponsor, got some feedback for me or just fancy a chat? Email me - thatshelpful@edstott.com
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BOOKS Be Bad, Better: How Not Trying So Hard Will Set You Free
ARTICLES Rebecca’s original article for The Guardian PODCASTS Unlearning Shame with Dr Devon PriceHow to Work Solo without Losing Your Mind
TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:24 - Rebecca’s own experience with perfectionism
00:11:39 - Why not trying so hard is empowering
00:18:00 - Why certain behaviors are tied to morality
00:27:10 - Embracing laziness 00:33:30 - Mindlessness over mindfulness
00:37:48 - Getting comfortable with negative emotions 00:48:00 - Accepting being human
00:50:50 - Where did these thoughts come from in the first place? 00:52:20 - Manufactured insecurity