The hottest Self-Exploration Substack posts right now

Entering into and facing your pain and fears can lead to inner growth and peace.
Accepting and embracing your sorrows and desires is a vital part of self-discovery.
Experiencing and processing pain can lead to deep gratitude, acceptance of life's challenges, and ultimately, personal growth.

Josh Waitzkin is a master at learning new skills and crafts.
He prioritizes depth over breadth in his learning approach.
Waitzkin emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort, avoiding perfectionism, and mastering the four stages of learning.

Conforming to societal norms can lead to increased anxiety and a sense of inner unrest
Striving for normality in an unhealthy society prevents the development of a healthy society
Embracing individuality and being true to oneself can lead to personal growth and fulfillment

Alexander Technique (AT) is not just about posture and back pain, but also emphasizes 'expanding awareness' by being open to new ways of moving and thinking.
The author's exploration of AT(EA) focuses on personal experiences and intersections with topics like attention, personality traits, antifragility, and technology.
The content shared in the series will hyperlink to external sources for more detailed information, emphasizing the unique perspective of how the discussed topics relate to the author's understanding of AT(EA).

The experiment to replace compulsive social media use with creating 'Moments' was successful in curbing the urge to check Twitter on mobile devices.
Creating 'Moments' helped in focusing and mindfulness, capturing observations and thoughts throughout the day, leading to increased awareness of internal and external experiences.
Decoupling the genre of tweets from the Twitter platform through private 'Moments' allowed for more experimentation in content creation and a different form of creative expression.

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Being authentic and open allows for deeper experiences in life without fear.
Acknowledging and embracing all parts of ourselves leads to peace and strength.
Exploring and sharing our vulnerabilities can inspire others to live more authentically.