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Summary
Hey friends, welcome to No Syllabus Podcast faculty hours.
Today's guest is Adam Alter.
Professor of Marketing at New York University’s Stern School of Business
New York Times bestselling author of three books
Avid Runner
"We prefer a solution of today vs. thinking for the long run." - Adam Alter
Topics
Long-term thinking, perils of instant gratification, well-being in mind and body, impact of your environment, finding joy, career evolution, variety in your passion
Detailed Show Notes
In Part 2 of the conversation, Adam Alter discusses the importance of long-term thinking in contrast to instant gratification, emphasizing how our innate short-sightedness can hinder our ability to make beneficial long-term decisions.
He shares personal anecdotes about his life choices, including moving from New York City to the suburbs for family reasons and how the environment impacts well-being.
Alter also explores the concept of easing up on our desires to achieve goals, suggesting that a more relaxed approach can lead to better outcomes.
He highlights the significance of finding joy in the journey and maintaining variety in life to sustain passion over time.
Takeaways
Everyone experiences stuckness at some point in their lives.
Feeling stuck can stem from external pressures and internal conflicts.
The decision to quit or persevere should be based on whether you're moving closer to your goals.
Pausing can help clarify the best direction to channel your energy.
Opportunity cost is a crucial factor in decision-making.
Setting systems rather than rigid goals leads to a healthier mindset.
Diversifying interests can provide clarity on what you truly want to pursue.
Early experiences in various fields can inform future career choices.
It's important to give yourself time to explore before narrowing down options.
Success is not just about achieving goals, but about the processes you engage in.
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