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In this episode of The Science of Self, we welcome Jonathan Gluck, author of 'Exercise In Uncertainty.' Jonathan shares his journey as a longtime magazine editor and cancer patient, navigating life with an incurable but treatable form of cancer. He offers insights into his career at New York Magazine and Vogue, the pressures of journalism, and the stories he's encountered. Jonathan delves into how uncertainty impacts mental health, coping mechanisms, and the life lessons he's learned. This heartfelt and insightful conversation touches on hope, spirituality, practical advice for self-improvement, and the power of acceptance in the face of adversity. Tune in for an inspiring episode on resilience and personal growth.
00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
00:24 Jonathan's Career in Journalism
05:13 Life as a Cancer Patient
10:22 Insights from Jonathan's Book
11:26 Coping with Uncertainty
14:41 Mindfulness and Life Lessons
20:43 Optimistic Realism
22:32 Living Mindfully Through Difficult Times
23:31 Coping with Recurring Cancer Diagnoses
23:58 The Stages of Grief
28:14 Dealing with Anger and Bargaining
30:15 Depression and Acceptance
33:19 The Power of Hope and Spirituality
39:16 Supporting a Loved One with Cancer
41:57 Practical Advice and Final Thoughts
https://www.amazon.com/Exercise-Uncertainty-Memoir-Illness-Hope/dp/0593735781
https://www.audible.com/pd/An-Exercise-in-Uncertainty-Audiobook/B0DJHBLVQ6
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2320094/jonathan-gluck/#
https://lithub.com/the-craft-of-this-mortal-coil-jonathan-gluck-on-writing-a-different-cancer-story/
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In this episode of The Science of Self, we welcome Jonathan Gluck, author of 'Exercise In Uncertainty.' Jonathan shares his journey as a longtime magazine editor and cancer patient, navigating life with an incurable but treatable form of cancer. He offers insights into his career at New York Magazine and Vogue, the pressures of journalism, and the stories he's encountered. Jonathan delves into how uncertainty impacts mental health, coping mechanisms, and the life lessons he's learned. This heartfelt and insightful conversation touches on hope, spirituality, practical advice for self-improvement, and the power of acceptance in the face of adversity. Tune in for an inspiring episode on resilience and personal growth.
00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction
00:24 Jonathan's Career in Journalism
05:13 Life as a Cancer Patient
10:22 Insights from Jonathan's Book
11:26 Coping with Uncertainty
14:41 Mindfulness and Life Lessons
20:43 Optimistic Realism
22:32 Living Mindfully Through Difficult Times
23:31 Coping with Recurring Cancer Diagnoses
23:58 The Stages of Grief
28:14 Dealing with Anger and Bargaining
30:15 Depression and Acceptance
33:19 The Power of Hope and Spirituality
39:16 Supporting a Loved One with Cancer
41:57 Practical Advice and Final Thoughts
https://www.amazon.com/Exercise-Uncertainty-Memoir-Illness-Hope/dp/0593735781
https://www.audible.com/pd/An-Exercise-in-Uncertainty-Audiobook/B0DJHBLVQ6
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/2320094/jonathan-gluck/#
https://lithub.com/the-craft-of-this-mortal-coil-jonathan-gluck-on-writing-a-different-cancer-story/
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