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The Ideal Life Might Not Be What You Think

The Ideal Life Might Not Be What You Think

Update: 2025-07-23
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What does it mean to live the ideal life — and who gets to decide what “ideal” really means?


In this episode, we explore wisdom from the Stoics and Goethe on how striving for purpose and meeting each moment fully might be closer to the answer than endless comfort. Take a moment to look the present in the eye and ask yourself: how long will you wait before you demand the best for yourself?


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The Ideal Life Might Not Be What You Think

The Ideal Life Might Not Be What You Think