Mark Manson’s journey into the workforce started during a challenging time: the Great Recession of 2008. After struggling with various odd jobs, he shifted his focus to blogging and became a bestselling author. In this episode, Mark explores human behavior, the psychology behind success, and how the critical thinking needed to develop a growth mindset is key to navigating career and personal development in a rapidly changing world.

In this episode, Hala and Mark will discuss:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:40) Mark Manson's Journey to Becoming a Blogger and Author

(05:13) The Evolution and Challenges of Blogging

(06:39) Key Takeaways from Mark Manson's New Book

(09:43) Understanding Hope and the Uncomfortable Truth

(14:09) The Thinking and Feeling Brain

(20:18) Pain as a Currency of Our Values

(22:14) The Concept of Anti-Fragility

(30:37) Defining Adulthood and Real Freedom

(39:35) Hope in Science and Technology

Mark Manson is a three-time New York Times bestselling author and entrepreneur. His books, including The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, have sold over 20 million copies in 75+ languages worldwide. He has also built a thriving online business, offering courses, podcasts, and one of the most popular self-improvement newsletters. Known for his brutal honesty and dry humor, Mark has established himself as a leading voice in the fields of mindset, self-improvement, and human psychology.

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