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Q&A with Tim — Reinvention, Visualization Techniques, Making “Risky” Decisions, Parenting Considerations, Intuition, New Hobbies, Dating, and More (#769)

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Welcome to another episode of The Tim Ferriss Show, where it is usually my job to sit down with world-class performers of all different types to tease out the habits, routines, favorite books, and so on that you can apply and test in your own life. 

This time, we have a slightly different format, and I’m the guest! 

This past April was the podcast’s 10-year anniversary, and the platform River (getriver.io) helped listeners organize parties around the world in more than 180 cities! More than 4,000 people RSVP’d. I was able to join about 40 cities via Zoom for quick hellos and drinks (huge thanks to Rae and Ana for the quarterbacking), and I had a blast dropping in on the Paris meetup in person. Thanks to everyone who gathered for wine, celebration, and meeting like-minded people!

After all the parties, and as a thank you for their hard work, I invited all of the hosts to a private Q&A. And that’s what you’re about to hear.

Please enjoy!

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The transcript of this episode can be found here. Transcripts of all episodes can be found here.

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#769: Q&A with Tim — Reinvention, Visualization Techniques, Making 'Risky' Decisions, Parenting Considerations, Intuition, New Hobbies, Dating, and More

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Want to hear my last Q&A? Listen to the episode here, in which I answer questions on resurrecting “forgotten” languages, dog training, writer’s block, reducing alcohol intake, AI companions, training the “good enough” muscle, low-back pain, the importance of weight training and muscle mass, travel recommendations for Japan, managing fear of death and the descent to death, breaking negative self-talk, and much, much more. 

What was your favorite quote or lesson from this episode? Please let me know in the comments.

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SHOW NOTES

  • [07:08] A focus on reinvention.
  • [07:43] Optimization.
  • [08:30] Recent joy.
  • [09:22] A CØCKPUNCH update.
  • [10:19] How the day’s going so far.
  • [10:55] Argentina affection.
  • [11:51] Intriguing investments.
  • [12:53] Top three snacks.
  • [13:12] AI thoughts.
  • [14:15] Modern dating.
  • [16:32] Self-experimentation to come.
  • [17:42] Analyzing the past decade’s risks.
  • [20:06] Outthinking a career bottleneck.
  • [21:09] My current big project.
  • [22:19] Peptides.
  • [22:37] Be wary of high conviction.
  • [23:06] Preparation for high-stakes presentations.
  • [24:42] Kid stuff?
  • [24:56] Getting the most out of a Tim Ferriss meetup.
  • [26:13] In-person conferences planned?
  • [26:18] IBS relief.
  • [27:03] Personal heresies.
  • [28:26] What makes conferences worthwhile for me?
  • [29:00] Longevity and healthspan.
  • [33:21] Tips for a father-and-son Kumano Kodo walk.
  • [34:49] A barbell distribution approach to life.
  • [35:31] Who would I resurrect for a podcast interview?
  • [36:24] Do I consult any mentors regularly?
  • [36:54] Ayahuasca and antidepressants.
  • [38:16] Incentivizing potential mentors.
  • [39:13] Adventures in babysitting.
  • [40:04] GLP-1 for depression/anxiety.
  • [40:37] Cheap but choice art.
  • [41:05] Finding a book agent.
  • [41:28] Making positive, in-person connections.
  • [41:44] Unmentioned things I’d like to talk about.
  • [43:39] Is there room for the irrational?
  • [45:59] Blogging in the age of AI.
  • [46:39] Binaural beats.
  • [46:56] 4-Hour Dog Training?
  • [47:00] Best $1,000 spent lately.
  • [47:55] Javier Milei.
  • [48:07] Best thing I spent an “assload” on.
  • [48:34] Painting.
  • [48:45] 10-20 minutes on the acupuncture mat.
  • [49:15] Dating apps.
  • [50:15] Favorite sci-fi movies.
  • [51:21] Reflecting on the impact this show has had on others.
  • [52:23] Why was I in Europe for six to eight weeks?
  • [52:31] The mood-altering effects of Q&A.
  • [52:48] Where do I see myself in 30 years?
  • [53:08] Workout routines for older parents.
  • [54:13] How I walk and talk for podcasts.
  • [54:33] Would I consider becoming a single parent?
  • [55:38] A $1 million coffee mug?
  • [56:52] Brazil.
  • [56:59] A small but mighty staff.
  • [57:07] Attracting event attendance.
  • [59:08] Visualization or affirmations?
  • [1:00:20] Today I learned this about Hodinkee.
  • [1:00:26] What would this look like if it were easy?
  • [1:00:32] What I ask show listeners when I meet them.
  • [1:00:50] Eschewing endorsement remorse.
  • [1:01:19] Music I like.
  • [1:01:52] State, story, strategy.
  • [1:01:59] The (not-so) funny thing about interviewing comedians.
  • [1:02:17] Parting thoughts.

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