Podcast appearances and mentions of Alain de Botton

Today, Alain De Botton discusses how our romantic assumptions have destroyed our capacity to love. No one is normal. Everyone is crazy. Don't trust your instincts. Turn your bedroom into a classroom.Source: How We Destroyed Our Capacity to Love | Alain de Botton | Google ZeitgeistHosted by Sean CroxtonFollow me on Instagram

Podcast Description:In this episode, the conversation unfolds as a deep dive into the challenges of modern adulthood, exploring personal growth, societal expectations, and the evolving landscape of energy and technology. The discussion begins with reflections on gratitude and the complexities of "adulting," shedding light on the responsibilities and decisions that shape our lives.The conversation then shifts to the joys and challenges of traveling, highlighting how exploration can influence our perspectives and personal development. The hosts explore the future of energy, discussing sustainability, innovation, and the impact of these changes on daily life. They also touch on the feeling of having "no choice" in certain situations and how mindset plays a crucial role in navigating limitations.As the discussion continues, they examine the emotional toll of modern life, including the concept of "personate" and the mental energy required for decision-making. The risks of letting go, career uncertainties, and the intersection of social media with the education system further add to the thought-provoking dialogue.Finally, the conversation turns toward the rise of AI, the responsibility of making decisions for future generations, and the contrast between childhood and adulthood. The episode wraps up with an exploration of children's energy—how it differs from adults' and what lessons can be learned from their unfiltered enthusiasm for life.Through it all, the hosts offer insights into navigating an ever-changing world, embracing uncertainty, and finding balance in the journey of life.00:00 Intro02:58 Thank you03:37 Adulting05:06 Traveling10:47 Energy for the future12:45 No choice13:39 Personate23:50 Mental energy25:17 Risk of letting go27:52 No job31:20 Social media and the school system33:56 AI movement39:34 Decisions for your kids42:30 Childhood vs. adulthood47:45 Energy of childrenGuest Bio:Although perhaps best known for her work as a sports tv presenter, Alexandra has over 15 years of experience as a yoga, meditation and mindset teacher. After a rather innocuous fall, resulting in a broken spine, 3 prolapsed discs and a dislocated pelvis, doctors discovered she had a severe degenerative disc disease and was told she would never be able to do any form of high impact or heavy load exercise again. So she focussed instead on yoga, meditation and her mindset. Within a few months it became apparent that the benefits she gained from practising yoga would not just be physical, but mental. Within 6 months, Alex was stronger physically and mentally than ever before.  While she now still endures pain, it is manageable, predominantly, she feels, as a result of having a new positive relationship with her body. She went on to train as a teacher in India and has since travelled the world teaching yoga in some wonderful places. She has also written and created 6 top selling beginners yoga dvds, and reached #1 on the Amazon UK fitness charts.Alex is also a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist and combines her love and knowledge of the holistic world with psychotherapy. She created the Mindset Group Ltd and runs a yearly, very popular wellbeing festival in Wokingham as well as many other wellbeing events -  Upcoming events: 1st Feb - Unfiltered Sessions: Winter Reset at South Hill Park, Bracknell, Berkshire For more info www.mindsetunlimited.co.uk www.alexandralegouix.comStay Connected:Follow Oliver on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yeskingoliverWant to regain control of your life from modern-day stress, anxiety, and influence?Check out my FREE course - take control!     http://www.talkwitholiver.com#Tagsself improvement, Time Management, Motivation, mental health, Financial Literacy, Growth Mindset, Personal Development, philosop

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Alain de Botton, le fondateur de the School of Life, est l'un des penseurs contemporains les plus brillants au monde sur l'amour et les relations humaines. Autant vous dire que je suis super excité de sortir cet épisode totalement excité de sortir cet épisode pour la Saint Valentin!Son livre "the course of love" ma beaucoup accompagné il y a des années et la suite de ses travaux encore plus.C'est sans doute l'un des penseurs les plus articulés sur le sujet par ailleurs.Il propose une approche lucide et profondément humaine des dynamiques amoureuses.Dans cet épisode, nous avons exploré ensemble les 20 à 30 questions les plus importantes sur l'amour. Pourquoi tombons-nous amoureux ? Comment éviter de répéter les mêmes schémas destructeurs ? Le mythe de l'âme sœur nous empêche-t-il d'être heureux ? Pourquoi la passion s'étiole-t-elle avec le temps ?J'ai interrogé Alain sur les paradoxes de l'amour moderne : l'influence des applications de rencontres, la difficulté d'accepter les imperfections de l'autre, la complexité du pardon après une infidélité, et bien d'autres sujets essentiels.Un échange fascinant qui éclaire nos attentes souvent irréalistes sur l'amour et nous invite à une approche plus consciente et apaisée des relations.Voici 5 choses marquantes dont il parle par exemple : « Nous ne sommes pas attirés par le bonheur, mais par le familier. »« Tout le monde est un peu fou. Ce qui compte, c'est la capacité à reconnaître et gérer cette folie. »« L'amour n'est pas une question d'intuition, mais de lucidité et d'efforts. »« Nous voulons un amour sans friction, mais la friction est ce qui nous fait grandir. »« La pire chose dans une rupture, ce n'est pas la douleur, c'est de ne pas comprendre pourquoi. »Voici 10 questions que l'on traite par exemple :Comment le mythe de l'âme sœur influence-t-il notre vision de l'amour ?Pourquoi sommes-nous attirés par des partenaires qui reproduisent nos schémas familiaux ?Les "papillons dans le ventre" sont-ils un bon indicateur d'une relation saine ?Pourquoi certaines personnes sabotent-elles inconsciemment leurs relations amoureuses ?L'amour peut-il durer ou est-il condamné à s'éteindre avec le temps ?Comment surmonter une rupture amoureuse sans sombrer dans l'idéalisation de l'autre ?Peut-on vraiment pardonner une infidélité ? Et si oui, comment ?Pourquoi tant d'hommes en couple cherchent-ils aujourd'hui des relations ouvertes ?Quel impact les attentes irréalistes ont-elles sur la solidité d'un couple ?Pourquoi certaines personnes restent-elles dans des relations toxiques malgré la souffrance ?Timelaps. :00:00 – Introduction et présentation d'Alain de Botton02:25 – Le mythe de l'âme sœur et ses dangers06:54 – Pourquoi tombe-t-on amoureux ? L'influence du passé10:59 – Les papillons dans le ventre : excitation ou peur déguisée ?17:52 – L'amour dure-t-il vraiment trois ans ?20:08 – Quelles attentes réalistes avoir dans une relation ?29:54 – Les relations modernes et l'impact du digital33:28 – L'amour est-il une compétence ? Comment la développer ?38:50 – Pourquoi les hommes ont-ils plus de mal à exprimer leurs émotions ?46:30 – Peut-on vraiment changer dans une relation ? Suggestion d'autres épisodes à écouter : Vlan #40 Les relations amoureuses à l'ère digitale avec Esther Perel (https://audmns.com/FGuIRnh) #264 Réinventer les relations amoureuses libérées des contraintes sociales avec Franck & Vanessa Lopvet (https://audmns.com/hEsJSqT) #273 Faire durer le sexe dans le couple avec Anne et Jean François Descombe (https://audmns.com/FEKTJuP)

Alain de Botton, le fondateur de the School of Life, est l'un des penseurs contemporains les plus brillants au monde sur l'amour et les relations humaines. Autant vous dire que je suis super excité de sortir cet épisode totalement excité de sortir cet épisode pour la Saint Valentin!Son livre "the course of love" ma beaucoup accompagné il y a des années et la suite de ses travaux encore plus.C'est sans doute l'un des penseurs les plus articulés sur le sujet par ailleurs.Il propose une approche lucide et profondément humaine des dynamiques amoureuses.Dans cet épisode, nous avons exploré ensemble les 20 à 30 questions les plus importantes sur l'amour. Pourquoi tombons-nous amoureux ? Comment éviter de répéter les mêmes schémas destructeurs ? Le mythe de l'âme sœur nous empêche-t-il d'être heureux ? Pourquoi la passion s'étiole-t-elle avec le temps ?J'ai interrogé Alain sur les paradoxes de l'amour moderne : l'influence des applications de rencontres, la difficulté d'accepter les imperfections de l'autre, la complexité du pardon après une infidélité, et bien d'autres sujets essentiels.Un échange fascinant qui éclaire nos attentes souvent irréalistes sur l'amour et nous invite à une approche plus consciente et apaisée des relations.Voici 5 choses marquantes dont il parle par exemple : « Nous ne sommes pas attirés par le bonheur, mais par le familier. »« Tout le monde est un peu fou. Ce qui compte, c'est la capacité à reconnaître et gérer cette folie. »« L'amour n'est pas une question d'intuition, mais de lucidité et d'efforts. »« Nous voulons un amour sans friction, mais la friction est ce qui nous fait grandir. »« La pire chose dans une rupture, ce n'est pas la douleur, c'est de ne pas comprendre pourquoi. »Voici 10 questions que l'on traite par exemple :Comment le mythe de l'âme sœur influence-t-il notre vision de l'amour ?Pourquoi sommes-nous attirés par des partenaires qui reproduisent nos schémas familiaux ?Les "papillons dans le ventre" sont-ils un bon indicateur d'une relation saine ?Pourquoi certaines personnes sabotent-elles inconsciemment leurs relations amoureuses ?L'amour peut-il durer ou est-il condamné à s'éteindre avec le temps ?Comment surmonter une rupture amoureuse sans sombrer dans l'idéalisation de l'autre ?Peut-on vraiment pardonner une infidélité ? Et si oui, comment ?Pourquoi tant d'hommes en couple cherchent-ils aujourd'hui des relations ouvertes ?Quel impact les attentes irréalistes ont-elles sur la solidité d'un couple ?Pourquoi certaines personnes restent-elles dans des relations toxiques malgré la souffrance ?Timelaps. :00:00 – Introduction : Peut-on vraiment comprendre l'amour ?00:12 – Changer la dynamique d'un couple, est-ce possible ?02:30 – Pourquoi la maturité émotionnelle est essentielle en amour05:44 – L'incompréhension dans le couple : quand faut-il partir ?05:52 – Désir et routine : comment raviver la flamme ?08:15 – Relations ouvertes et polyamorie : une illusion dangereuse ?10:57 – Pourquoi les hommes veulent-ils des relations ouvertes ?12:43 – Pourquoi la plupart des histoires d'amour finissent trop tôt15:16 – Passion et amour durable : incompatible ?16:44 – De l'amour à l'indifférence : pourquoi on devient des étrangers17:46 – Rupture et deuil amoureux : pourquoi c'est si douloureux19:00 – Les pires façons de quitter quelqu'un21:16 – Rester ami avec son ex : bonne ou mauvaise idée ?22:47 – Comment arrêter d'aimer quelqu'un ?25:30 – Avoir un enfant : un choc pour le couple28:19 – Faut-il rester ensemble pour les enfants ?30:10 – Comment savoir si c'est vraiment fini ?32:17 – Peut-on vraiment changer pour sauver son couple ?33:52 – Infidélité : faut-il tout avouer ?35:39 – Accepter la "folie" de l'autre dans une relation39:00 – Conclusion : comprendre l'amour pour mieux aimer

Alain de Botton is a philosopher, author, and founder of The School of Life Healing yourself is one of the most transformative journeys you can undertake. From nurturing your inner voice to improving relationships, how can we embrace healing to not only grow personally but also show up better for those around us? Expect to learn where bad inner voices come from and how to hear a negative voice, why we struggle to connect with our emotions, if there is a danger of intellectualising challenges of emotion for smart people, Alain's advice for obsessive people who want to let go a little more, advice for an anxious person dealing with an avoidant one, why we get stuck in unhappy relationships, how to improve your self worth and much more... Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://chriswillx.com/deals Get $350 off the Pod 4 Ultra at https://eightsleep.com/modernwisdom (use code MODERNWISDOM) Get a Free Sample Pack of all LMNT Flavours with your first purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom Get a 20% discount on the best supplements from Momentous at https://livemomentous.com/modernwisdom Get the best bloodwork analysis in America at https://functionhealth.com/modernwisdom Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: https://chriswillx.com/books Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: https://tinyurl.com/43hv6y59 #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: https://tinyurl.com/2rtz7avf #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: https://tinyurl.com/3ccn5vkp - Get In Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You want wisdom? Here's five bucketfuls of Wisdom poured into your ears. Britain's top philosopher Alain de Botton sits down with Russell and, well, it's an absolute belter.

Alain De Botton'dan Aşk Dersleri, Nassim Taleb'in Siyah Kuğu'su, F.Jak İçöz'ün Kendin Olmanın Dayanılmaz Hafifliği kitaplarından notlar eşliğinde karışık bir bölüm :)

Have you ever wondered why, despite all our modern comforts, so many of us still struggle with unhappiness and anxiety? What if a more fulfilling life isn't about constant positivity but rather a form of ‘cheerful pessimism'?   Today's guest is Alain de Botton. Alain is the founder of The School of Life, a hugely popular education and wellness organisation that provides guidance on how to achieve happiness and fulfilment. He is also an internationally renowned philosopher and the author of multiple books including his very latest: A Therapeutic Journey: Lessons From The School of Life.   In this conversation, we delve deep into the complexities of modern life and the importance of love, empathy and tolerance in addressing societal problems. Alain introduces the concept of ‘attuned care' in childhood and explains why a lack of it can show up in our adult behaviours and relationships.   Alain also explains a concept that he calls ‘cheerful pessimism' which challenges what he describes as the modern obsession with happiness and introduces the idea that a more melancholic outlook to life, might actually lead to greater fulfilment.   We also discuss the value of inner reflection, the truth about modern anxiety and the importance of effective communication. Throughout this conversation, Alain shares practical tools that we can immediately apply into our lives – such as specific journaling exercises, ‘the 2 chair' technique he has borrowed from Gestalt therapy and simple strategies to help us become better listeners and more effective communicators.   This conversation is an invitation to reassess what truly matters in life. Alain's message of hope and understanding about the shared human experience of suffering and complexity is both comforting and inspiring and his thoughtful and practical strategies offer a roadmap for anyone seeking a more authentic and meaningful life.   Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.   Thanks to our sponsors: https://drinkag1.com/livemore https://www.essilor.com https://calm.com/livemore https://airbnb.co.uk/host   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/495   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website. 

Art as Therapy by Alain de Botton

Alain De Botton is one of the greatest philosophers of our time. His work has had a profound impact on me more than any other. I have wanted to do this episode for the last 8 years.  In Today's Episode with Alain De Botton We Discuss: 1. Why Status is Making You Miserable:  Why are we richer yet more anxious than ever? What is the right way to define status? Why do we want it so much? Is it bad to want status? What are some non-obvious signs that you are seeking status when you do not realise it? Does social media enhance the desire for status? How so? Do the happiest people want status the least? What are Alain's biggest observations in how truly happy people think about status? 2. Why Parents Want You To Fail:  Why is the sign of good parenting when your child does not want to be famous? Why do your parents sometimes want you to fail?  What should parents do if their child wants to chase an unachievable goal? Why should parents encourage their children to start very early?  3. Why Meritocracy is a Fallacy & Meaningful Work: Why does Alain believe a true meritocracy is an impossible dream? Why is meritocracy a bad thing when taken to the extreme? Why does Alain believe that companies are not families? Why does Alain tell people that they should not bring their full selves to work?  4. WTF is “Meaningful Work”:  What does it mean to do “meaningful work”? Why do humans need to do “meaningful work” today in a way that we did not many years ago? What are Alain's biggest pieces of advice to young people today, unsure of what they should do with their lives and careers? Why does Alain believe the idea of a “calling” is BS? 5. Ambition, Achievement and Sacrifice: What does Alain mean when he says “you have to tolerate your own averageness”? What does Alain say to the young generation who want work/life balance? What does Alain mean when he said you “cannot be at war with yourself”? Does Alain agree that to achieve you must sacrifice?    

In part 3, Alain de Botton shares his expertise on what makes relationships so complex and how to understand your partner better.Alain explains attachment theory, and the real-life scenario you see it playing out; why we make the bizarre choice to choose partners who seem obviously bad for us; and he offers his advice on how to get over heartbreak. Find all of Alain's books at www.alaindebotton.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex's book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In part 2, Alain de Botton and Dr Alex George discuss religion, and what parts you can use to improve your life without having to believe.Alain explains how organised religion educates people on morals and ethics, what it means to practise something “religiously” and the lost connection between philosophy and fashion.Plus, Alain explains the psychological benefits of art therapy, exercises you can practise today and why he doesn't believe in the word “Expert”.Find all of Alain's books at www.alaindebotton.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex's book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Best-selling author and philosopher Alain de Botton joins Dr Alex George in this fascinating conversation – if you want to understand yourself better this is one you do not want to miss. In part 1, Alain explains why things that happen in our childhood have such a profound impact on us – even when we can't remember it; why a breakdown could be the sign of a breakthrough and how to stop putting emphasis on what other people think. Find all of Alain's books at www.alaindebotton.comFollow the podcast on Instagram @thestompcastTo improve your mental fitness, get Dr Alex's book The Mind ManualDownload Mettle: the mental fitness app for men Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The main points talked about are: - Teaching kids about the business world. For example, they could learn by trading shares. - Understanding how to build healthy relationships with themselves and others. A way to do this is by exploring philosophy. - Learning how to create things. Instead of focusing on music, we could emphasize entrepreneurship and building projects. If you want to contact us please do so at info@cloudstreaks.com

Alain de Botton views the world in a way that is profound yet easy to understand; a modern-day philosopher and essayist, he set up the School of Life, which explores self-understanding and aims to educate people on the aspects of life we don't get taught at school - like relationships, careers, anxiety, ageing and so much more. I had the honour of sitting down with Alain to chat, and am so pleased it was recorded as I'll be listening back to this episode aplenty.What is love? How do we navigate heartbreak? Why is our childhood so informant on the rest of our lives? How do we sit with ourselves? And while we're at it - what actually is the meaning of life? Alain talks me through why we experience the ‘ick', the emotional burdens parents project onto their children, and how breakdowns can be breakthroughs. He also helps me understand better my own relationship, examining how attachment styles and past experiences can shape the way we love.This conversation is rich in kindness and full of appreciation for the complexities of being a human. If you enjoyed this episode, please click follow - we have so many great guests like this one, you won't want to miss out!You can also follow us on Instagram and Tiktok @greatcompanypodcastAnd if you want to read Alain's latest book, A Therapeutic Journey: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Therapeutic-Journey-Lessons-School-Life/dp/0241642558--THE CREDITSExec Producer: Jemima RathboneAssistant Producer: Gurlina HeerVideo: Jake Ji and Ryley KirbySocial Media: Laura CoughlanGreat Company is an original podcast from JamPot Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alain de Botton, „Armastuse teekond“. Tõlkinud Pille Kruus. Postimehe kirjastuselt. Loeb Kristi Aule. Me kõik teame armastuse esimeste päevade erutust ja ülendavat tunnet. Ent mis juhtub pärast seda? Rabih ja Kirsten, mõlemad Edinburghist, armuvad, abielluvad ja saavad lapsed. Lool oleks sellega justkui lõpp. Tegelikult on see alles algus. Ükski pikaajaline suhe ei saa niisama kesta „õnnelikult elu lõpuni“...

Petrified that your parenting is screwing your kid up? Crying out for support from people around you? Fearne's pulled together some stories and advice from Happy Place guests who'll make you feel more empowered and less alone in raising children. Not a parent? Not to worry! You'll learn just as much about how to regulate your own emotions, how your childhood is affecting your behaviour today, and why feminism might have sold women an unrealistic dream... You'll hear from Paloma Faith on the pressure for women to ‘have it all', Kate Ferdinand on caring for her blended family, and Gabor Maté on why we all need wider community support. Kate Silverton asks: “are kids being ‘naughty' or are they just really struggling to regulate their nervous system?” Alain De Botton explains how your childhood is still be affecting your actions, and Zayn reflects on how fatherhood has changed him for the better. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains some chat about suicide, so take care while listening Listen to Paloma Faith's episode Listen to Kate Ferdinand's episode Listen to Gabor Maté's episode Listen to Kate Silverton's episode Listen to Alain de Botton episode Listen to Zayn's episode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this moment, world-renowned philosopher and thinker Alain De Botton discusses how communication can lead to a better sex life. Alain says sex is like a mirror to the relationship as a whole. If something is wrong with a couples sex life, it's usually a symptom of a wider problem. He says that a first step towards a more fulfilling sex life is reflecting on how you are as a partner. Being open about yourself in a relationship is the best way to create mutual trust, which means that you can ‘tease' out any issue in a relationship. This then leads to being open with one another sexually. Listen to the full episode here - Apple- https://g2ul0.app.link/v1foloy7kLb Spotify- https://g2ul0.app.link/5NT1dmK7kLb Watch the Episodes On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos Alain: https://www.alaindebotton.comm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hi friends! This episode is originally on Godesulloh Bawa's (our dear friend + your favorite philosophy influencer) podcast called Vibes. He's kindly letting us repost it here too because he's just that nice. Enjoy this long, unedited conversation where the three of us discuss Alain de Botton's Essays in Love, and dive into the philosophy of love through it! Thank you for listening! Connect with us on ⁠TikTok⁠ and ⁠Instagram⁠ for memes and other good things ;)

En esta reflexión guiada, inspirada de un ejercicio que nos invita a hacer Alain de Botton, en The School of Life (la escuela de la vida), te  invito a hacerte 5 preguntas para reflexionar sobre lo que experimentas mental y emocionalmente en el transcurso del día o semana y reconectar con contigo mismo. – tipo meditación guiada.Conecta conmigo en Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube y LinkedIn.

Ben Okurum'un bu bölümü aşk üzerine ama daha çok aşkın felsefesi ya da felsefede aşk üzerine. Programın odağındaki kitabın adı da Aşk Üzerine. Deniz Yüce Başarır, gündelik hayatın felsefesine dair kitaplarıyla geniş bir kitlenin ilgisini çeken Alain de Botton'un ilk romanı olma özelliğini taşıyan bu kitabı, Mimar Sinan Üniversitesi hocalarından profesör Kaan Harun Ökten ile konuşuyor. Tabii Platon, Kant, Kierkegaard isimleri havada uçuşuyor. Kısa bir felsefe tarihi de aşkın elinden tutup ben okurum dinleyicilerini bilgilendiriyor. Elbette Başarır'ın sesinden Aşk Üzerine'den çarpıcı bölümlerinin eşliğinde.

Alain de Botton spoke with Ray about his book, 'A Therapeutic Journey'

Join us on a journey through the labyrinth of love and the 15 keys to crafting harmony in romance and life.This episode tackles the subtle nuances that make or break relationships, including the importance of open communication, respecting privacy, and the art of compromise. Discover how to strike the perfect balance between giving and receiving, the significance of shared values, and the critical role of empathy and understanding.With stories that illustrate the beauty and challenges of love, this episode is a guide for anyone looking to enrich their romantic relationships and build lasting bonds.- -Sponsor - Better HelpOnline therapy can boost you toward being your best self.10% off at Betterhelp.com/GROWTHMINDSET- -Sponsor - LinkedIn JobsAdvertise your job to the world's largest pool of professionals, for free!Linked.com/Growth- -Growth Mindset podSam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement. Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create.Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset)Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.comInsta - SamJam.zen- -Chapters:00:00 Strength through vulnerability02:04 The closest cuts are the Deepest03:26 Disgusting is Delightful04:36 Craving for attention vs. repulsing against it06:16 Distance breeds Closeness07:06 Unity Needs Conflict07:57 Accepting vs Growing a partner09:38 Imperfect is perfect10:37 Reality vs Expectations12:18 Equality and diversity14:07 Ad - BetterHelp15:19 Ad - Linked In16:31 Relationships are not easy17:22 Selfishness to be altruistic18:58 Nurture Transparency and Privacy20:28 Paradox of Commitment for Freedom21:26 Comfort vs passion22:33 Independence vs Interdependence23:39 Life is beautiful but cruelTopics:Emotional openness in relationshipsThe closest people can hurt us the mostAlain De Botton on unspoken needs in loveDisgusting-delightful paradox of intimacyCraving versus repulsing attention in romanceNavigating sexual attention and consentConfidence in approaching potential partnersDistance and closeness in relationshipsConflict as a catalyst for unityAccepting partners versus encouraging growthEmbracing imperfections in loveReality versus expectations in relationshipsStrengths and weaknesses in partnersEquality through celebrating differencesEffort and ease in maintaining relationshipsSelfishness-altruism paradox in partnershipsBalancing transparency and privacyFreedom within commitment paradoxPredictability versus spontaneity in loveIndependence and interdependence in relationshipsBalance in relationships and life insights Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/growth-mindset-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alain de Botton (School of Life founder; author) has written 15 books about the philosophy of living – such as The Art of Travel; Status Anxiety; Art as Therapy; and The Course of Love – but he has recently turned his focus to mental health and how philosophy can be used as a therapeutic aid. Alain argues that a mental breakdown can provide the opening a despairing soul seeks. Indeed, anxiety so often is its own fix.We sat down in WeAre8's London office for this two-way conversation about the philosophical wisdoms we personally use to have a life of meaning in the face of despair. We also talk about the writing process (and why it's a salve), the healing effects of figs and dark chocolate, how to love, plus a super fresh take on “adult boredom” (embrace your impatience, get to the point!).SHOW NOTESGet hold of The Therapeutic Journey here and the School of Life range of books hereFirst, We Make the Beast Beautiful is available in more than a dozen languages hereI also mention my Wild chat with AC Grayling on how to have a philosophy of your ownAnd my conversation with Pico Iyer as well as the episode with David WhyteWe recorded the episode at WeAre8 HQ in London – big thanks to the team for being such wonderful hosts!If you need to know a bit more about me… head to my "about" pageFor more such conversations subscribe to my Substack newsletter, it's where I interact the most!Get your copy of my book, This One Wild and Precious LifeLet's connect on Instagram and WeAre8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you enjoy hearing about the philosophy of life, I recommend you check out my conversation with Ryan Holiday, which you can find here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PafvhTSC4yE Philosophy isn't just for universities and lecture halls, philosophy can help guide every part of your life, from relationships, work to mental health. Alain de Botton is a British author, intellectual and co-founder of the global organisation, ‘The School of Life'. He is best known for the books, ‘Essays in Love', ‘How Proust Can Change Your Life', and ‘The Consolations of Philosophy'. In this interview, Steven and Alain discuss everything from, the origins of mental health problems, what it means to live a good life, why perfection is dangerous, why we are chasing love rather than money and why love itself is a skill. You can purchase Alain's most recent book, ‘A Therapeutic Journey: Lessons from the School of Life', here: https://amzn.to/41zQJTF Watch the episodes on Youtube: https://g2ul0.app.link/3kxINCANKsb My new book! 'The 33 Laws Of Business & Life' is out now: https://smarturl.it/DOACbook Follow me: Instagram: http://bit.ly/3nIkGAZ Twitter: http://bit.ly/3ztHuHm Linkedin: https://bit.ly/41Fl95Q Telegram: http://bit.ly/3nJYxST Sponsors: Huel: https://my.huel.com/daily-greens-uk Uber Trains: https://p.uber.com/creditsterms Flight Fund: https://bit.ly/48dvgCq Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Author and philosopher debuts to explain the complexities of relationships and what to do to make life simpler.    Source: How We Destroyed Our Capacity to Love | Alain de Botton | Google Zeitgeist   Connect with Alain De Botton:    Website: https://www.alaindebotton.com   YouTube: The School of Life    Book: A Simpler Life: A guide to greater serenity, ease, and clarity    Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)    Give Me A Shout:   Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.   Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com   Support The Show: Help The Show Grow By Donating

To mark the end of a wonderful series, I am joined by the insightful Alain de Botton, an author, respected philosopher and founder of The School of Life. Get ready for a journey through the history of psychotherapy, the nuances of the true and false self, and the power of the inner child. In this episode, we discuss:  The Gift of the Modern Age: Unveiling the History of Psychotherapy We explore the evolution of psychotherapy as a novel concept in the modern age, delving into its transformative power as both an idea and a treatment. The Annoying Power of the Inner Child We unpack the concept of the inner child and its significant influence on adult behaviour, and our desire for 'the tender heart of a small child and the wisdom of an old man.' Navigating the Layers of Identity We engage in a thoughtful discussion on the duality of the true and false self, examining the impact of understanding these layers on personal growth and authenticity. The Senses as Gateways to Emotion: Art as the Conduit to Self We explore how the senses shape emotions, both positively and negatively, uncovering the profound connection between art and the journey of self-discovery. A Unique Perspective on Breakdowns Gain insights into the concept of 'mental reversals' and their influence on mental health, receiving original perspectives on coping with breakdowns and the potential benefits they might offer. Love and Self-Sabotage We delve into the complexities of love and the common tendency to sabotage our deepest desires, exploring strategies to overcome self-destructive patterns when it comes to love. Navigating the Challenges of Christmas Alain ends the conversation with practical perspectives on navigating the challenges presented by the festive season. Find Alain: Website: https://www.alaindebotton.com/ Buy Alain's new book, A Therapeutic Journey: Lessons from the School of Life: https://amzn.eu/d/8bfHmqB The School of Life: https://www.theschooloflife.com/ Find Julia: Website: https://juliasamuel.co.uk/ Instagram: @juliasamuelmbe Produced by Rutherford Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking patterns of intergenerational trauma could have a profound effect on the state of the modern world. Writer Alain de Botton believes love – or a lack thereof – is at the heart of our personal and societal issues. In this chat with Fearne, Alain explains why so-called ‘attention seekers' are precisely the people who need to be wrapped in love and attention. He also talks about why our defence mechanisms usually have real logic behind them, and why we should be curious about other peoples' odd characteristics rather than getting frustrated by them. Plus, he answers the simplest and most complex of questions: what actually is a healthy mind? Alain's book, A Therapeutic Journey: Lessons From the School of Life is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Author and philosopher Alain De Botton is BACK to explain why we fail failure and change our beliefs around failure so we can be more confident in our creative endeavors.    Source: Cannes Digest: Conquer Your Fear of Failure with Alain de Botton   Connect with Alain De Botton:    Connect with Alain De Botton:    Website: https://www.alaindebotton.com   YouTube: The School of Life    Book: A Simpler Life: A guide to greater serenity, ease, and clarity    Previous Episodes:    439 | Alain De Botton: "How Are You Crazy?"   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)    Give Me A Shout:   Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.   Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com   Support The Show: Help The Show Grow By Donating

Continuing our love and relationships series, we revisit my chat with the incredible Alain de Botton.  One of the most listened episodes on Slo Mo, I and the British-Swiss philosopher, Alain de Botton, dive deep into one of my favorite topics: Love. Alain de Botton is a philosopher and writer of essayistic books that have been described as a "philosophy of everyday life." He's written on love, travel, architecture and literature. His books have been bestsellers in 30 countries and have sold millions of copies. Alain also started and helps to run a school in London called The School of Life, dedicated to a new vision of education. His latest book, published in September 2019, is a collection of essays written for The School of Life, titled The School of Life: An Emotional Education.I love talking about love, just as much as I'm happy to discuss happiness. Alain's body and scope of work is so vast, I decided to focus this conversation entirely on love, sex, and relationships. I'm so glad I did.We will revisit:What is love? Alain's definition of love: 'when two people meet in their raw condition.'How the opposite extreme of love is Loneliness, not Hatred.How Life is a desperate emergency, and if we can just admit that, things open up.Why Christianity gives a privileged role to those who sufferOne of the most honest takes on sex you'll ever hearHow we're always trying to get our life as close as possible to our true realityIf we're all imperfect, doesn't that make imperfection perfect?How we've replaced happiness with "fun" just as we've replaced love with "romance"The contradictions in love and how they're only glaring because they violate a script or story we expect from our relationshipHow we shouldn't be held accountable for what we feel, but rather the actions we take based on those feelings.Reinterpreting the typical disaster scenario in a relationship when one partner cheats on another.Humanity's transition from demonizing sex to trying to understand itThe differences (or lack thereof) between male and female in love and sexSexual fetishes and their unique place in couple connectionsUndertakers and nurses as beacons of acceptanceThe game of life is trying to find connectionsThe ironic outcome of jealousy's intentionsHow to keep your partner faithfulAlain's love advice to my daughterCoping with the feeling of being rushed into marriage as a womanWhat "God is love" really meansSeeing your partner as an Adorable Idiot rather than just a regular idiotConnect with Alain de Botton on Twitter @alaindebotton and alaindebotton.comYouTube: @mogawdatofficialInstagram: @mo_gawdatLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatWebsite: mogawdat.comDon't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Saturday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappy

Does the stigma around mental health impact your view of life? Joining Sarah Grynberg is prolific author, philosopher and creator of the School Of Life Alain de Botton, who is not only the brain behind 15 internationally bestselling books, but a man who strives to understand the meaning of life. In this eye-opening conversation, Alain and Sarah discuss the force and impact that love can have throughout life, how a person's mental breakdown is not the end of their life but often the beginning, and how childhood experiences, no matter how traumatic, don't have to define a person if they work to nurture their wellbeing. If you struggle to embrace all the things that are messy in life, and that you can't control, let this episode prove that there is joy in that messiness, and always a purpose.    Alain De Botton's book A Therapeutic Journey: 'Lessons from the School of Life' HERE.  Purchase Sarah's Manifest Your Greatness Course here.  Purchase Sarah's Kid's Meditation here.  Instagram: @sarahgrynberg   Website: https://sarahgrynberg.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/sarahgrynberg Twitter: twitter.com/sarahgrynberg YouTube: youtube.com/sarahgrynbergSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In October, Jake and Damian spoke to a wide variety of guests, including a chef, philosopher, and physicist. Jake and Damian take some time to reflect on they key lessons and biggest take-aways from each guest, including why we should embrace being wrong with Professor Brian Cox and why we should aim for averageness with Alain de Botton. With Alain they also discuss parenting, how to have a successful relationship and what high performance really means. Both Professor Brian Cox and Alain de Botton challenged Jake and Damian's understanding of high performance.Although both known for their work in the kitchen, Gordon Ramsay and Delia Smith offered very different learnings from their episodes. Gordon shares how he has pushed through life's challenges to reach his best moments. Delia emphasises to Jake and Damian the importance of community building and how connection can improve our lives. Listen to the episodes mentioned:Professor Brian Cox: https://pod.fo/e/1f3c55 Alain de Botton: https://pod.fo/e/1f5db0 Delia Smith: https://pod.fo/e/1f82be Gordon Ramsay: https://pod.fo/e/1fa614 Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Penguin Podcast, Isy Suttie is joined by bestselling author, public speaker, and founder of The School of Life, Alain de Botton. His latest book, A Therapeutic Journey, deals with mental ill-health and recuperation and has been described as both a source of companionship in our loneliest moments and a practical guide to finding reasons for hope. In this episode, Isy and Alain discuss the theory behind why, as adults, we cry at happy things, the importance of listening to children, and the value of pursuing a 'good enough' life that prioritises emotional wellbeing. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and don't forget to leave us a review – it really helps! To find out more about the #PenguinPodcast, visit www.penguin.co.uk/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode encourages us to explore a deeper understanding of ourselves, our relationships, and why we should be seeking fulfilment not happiness.Alain de Botton is an author and philosopher, known for co-founding The School of Life in 2008. The School of Life was created to fill a void in our current education systems with the teaching of emotional intelligence. Alain's work also focuses on love, parenthood, mental health and the meaning of success. During this episode, Jake, Damian and Alain dive deep into each of these subjects, exploring what a life filled with the constant search for knowledge could look like. Alain shares what we can learn from our mental health struggles and how they can be revealing a deeper truth. This conversation highlights how important it is to lean into uncomfortable emotions to truly understand ourselves. Alain challenges Jake and Damian's perceptions of what high performance really looks like, debating whether the fight for success actually leads to a good life, and why we should be embracing averageness. Within this conversation they discuss why we're obsessed with fame, how to be a better parent, the benefits of a breakdown and how we can improve our relationships. Find Alain's new book ‘A Therapeutic Journey' here: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/a-therapeutic-journey-lessons-from-the-school-of-life-alain-de-botton/7388674?ean=9780241642559 Download The High Performance App by clicking the link below and using the code: HPAPP https://www.thehighperformancepodcast.com/app-link Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The author and philosopher Alain De Botton debuts to explain the complexities of relationships and what to do to simplify life.    Source: How We Destroyed Our Capacity to Love | Alain de Botton | Google Zeitgeist   Connect with Alain De Botton:    Website: https://www.alaindebotton.com   YouTube: The School of Life   Book: A Simpler Life: A guide to greater serenity, ease, and clarity   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)    Give Me A Shout:   Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.   Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com   Support The Show: Help The Show Grow By Donating

As the end of the year approaches, it's the perfect time to throwback to episode 194, which was all about helping us focus on what's important. Today's episode features Alain de Botton, who is a modern philosopher of love, travel, architecture, and literature, as well as a visionary for a new way of education. He'll encourage you to acknowledge your own story, where you are in it, and to understand your past to move through it to learn and grow—which is ultimately to take better care of yourself, so you can take better care of your loved ones. A PG-ish Guidebook: Becoming a Hero - How to show up as your best self Show links: Watch the full clip. Learn more at alaindebotton.com. Read The School of Life: An Emotional Education. As always, I'd love to hear from you! Subscribe, leave a review, or follow PG-ish on IG @pgishparenting, or you can always find me at www.pgishparenting.com.

Philosopher Alain de Botton shares his thoughts on love and relationships. Psychologist Tracy Dennis-Tiwary explains why  anxiety is on the rise.

This episode is a replay with the brilliant Alain de Botton. He is a writer of multiple books described as a ‘philosophy of everyday life.' His first book, Essays in Love, was published when he was twenty-three and went on to sell millions of copies. He is also the co-founder of The School of Life, one of my favourite platforms, which is an education space dedicated to a new vision of education, emotional intelligence and self-knowledge. The School of Life's latest book, is called A Simpler Life: a guide to greater serenity, ease, and clarity and came out in January 2022, which I really recommend. I hope you enjoy this episode!Alain De Botton's books: https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/alain-de-bottonThe School Of Life books: https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/the-school-of-lifeMy Substack page, come and say hi: https://thehyphen.substack.com/My books: https://uk.bookshop.org/contributors/emma-gannonBooks mentioned on Ctrl Alt Delete podcast: https://uk.bookshop.org/lists/books-mentioned-on-ctrl-alt-delete-podcastTwitter: Twitter.com/emmagannonInstagram: Instagram.com/emmagannonuk Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to ‘Me Time', Alonement's new, weekly series of 10-minute mini episodes from the archives. We'll be showcasing the very best wisdom from some of our favourite former guests, in bitesize episodes designed for those smaller pockets of Alonement that you get throughout your day. I'm kicking off with a slice of Alonement history: an excerpt from the episode with philosopher, author & School of Life founder Alain de Botton, originally recorded in November 2019. It was actually the first ever episode I recorded of this podcast, and one of the few I got to record in person ahead of the pandemic – at Alain's office in north London. This recording happened at a time where I was still shaping my own understanding of alonement, and why it matters. Alain was challenging, in a way that proved invaluable. There's no instant magic in taking time alone, he argued. Long periods of time alone won't lead to self-knowledge, just like that. Essentially, we need to think about what we're doing in that alone time, and make sure we're spending that time in a conscious way - in order to make it ALONEMENT. In this clip, he takes us through a practical exercise we can do when we're alone: an exercise that involves asking ourselves hard questions about our relationships, our career, and our friends – in order to work out who we are, and what we want; to tune into our intuition, rather than let our major life decisions be dictated by external influences. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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*Updated with corrected audio* Back when the "New Atheism" was ceasing to be "new", there was much talk and debate as to what would come next. Alain de Botton, author of "Religion for Atheists" advocated a controversial "Atheism 2.0" in which he suggested there should be "temples for atheism". He discussed these views with then recently-converted Christian academic James Orr. Do the trappings of religion make sense without the kernel of faith? First broadcast Feb 2012. • For conference & live events: http://www.unbelievable.live • More podcasts, free eBook & newsletter: https://premierunbelievable.com • Support us in the USA: http://www.premierinsight.org/unbelievableshow • Support us in the rest of the world: https://my.premier.org.uk/donate/donate-unbelievable-2022 • Get our 'Confident Christianity' course: http://www.premier.org.uk/course • Facebook https://www.facebook.com/PremierUnbelievable

What does romance have to do with true crime? Anyone who's fallen prey to coercive control, stalking, cat-fishing or domestic violence will know that the fantasies we're taught about romance can be very damaging when it comes to resisting overbearing partners and recognising red flags. British philosopher and author Alain de Botton wrote the seminal book on the topic in 2016. It's called 'The Course of Love' and Meshel interviewed him way back then about the surprisingly inorganic and unrealistic origins of romance. Surprise! It's yet another convention we've invented ourselves that's impossible to live up to and leads to lots of heartache. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/australiantruecrime. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we dive into Alain De Botton's Ted Talk Atheism 2.0. While in the original conversation we included the entire talk of Botton's, his sections are condensed in this audio to the most important parts. The jist of the episode is that while we may discard religion as made up bunk, we will do ourselves […] The post Almost Awakened: 096: Religion For Atheists appeared first on Mormon Discussions Podcasts - Full Lineup.