EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 2 MIN
Staring at the Clock: How Desire Fuels Anxiety
from Keiron’s Mind · host keiron
This episode examines how fixation on outcomes outside our control — whether waiting for an investment to pay off or counting the seconds — creates intense anxiety and futility. Drawing on Epictetus, it shows how wanting what we cannot control leads to panic, pacing, and emotional pain. Through everyday scenarios and reflective commentary, the episode offers a clear overview of how letting go of uncontrollable desires can restore calm and perspective.
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This episode examines how fixation on outcomes outside our control — whether waiting for an investment to pay off or counting the seconds — creates intense anxiety and futility. Drawing on Epictetus, it shows how wanting what we cannot control leads to panic, pacing, and emotional pain.Through everyday scenarios and reflective commentary, the episode offers a clear overview of how letting go of uncontrollable desires can restore calm and perspective.
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