Ep197: Sleepwalking Through Life

Vicky and Joe drink tea and discuss philosophy. Well, kind of. Vicky reveals herself to be a bit of a dick, but is on a self-improvement kick. And Joe's problem with baggy grey sweatpants floats to the surface. In this episode of the 1,000 Authors Show, the intrepid podcasters dive deep into their own brains to figure out why thinking is so hard, how to get better at it, and why it's crucial that we do. Key Takeaways: [1:25] It's been a tough few days at the Dingle. The fun adventures of herding sheep. [5:35] The Atomic Habits book that Vicky is reading is life changing! [11:05] We've evolved to have these giant brains, but it's really not efficient. [13:55] Vicky and Joe weren't really taught in school how to think critically. [17:10] By the way, nobody is good at multitasking. [18:45] How does Vicky define 'thinking'? [20:10] Unfortunately, throughout our lives, we are taught not to question things. [22:05] Why is critical thinking so important? [27:50] What are some of your cognitive biases? Let Vicky know! [29:00] Ask basic questions about a topic, even if you think you know it. [31:20] A lot of horrible things are happening in the UK at the moment. A little bit of empathy would be nice! [33:45] Don't just read the headline! Read the story. Also, double check where the research comes from. [37:25] Get better at thinking. Mentioned in This Episode: Website Vicky on Medium Order Vicky's new book! Subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, and Overcast Kings of the Wyld, by Nicholas Eames Iolo's Revenge: Sheep Farming by Happy Accident in Mid-Wales, by Diana Ashworth Atomic Habits, by James Clear The Art of Asking Book, by Amanda Palmer A History of Western Philosophy Book, by Bertrand Russell