Perennial Wisdom
Join the search! Perennial Wisdom (formerly In Search of Wisdom) is a podcast for seekers and curious minds. Each episode explores philosophical and spiritual traditions for practical wisdom for modern living.
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The Wisdom to Know the Difference
In this episode of Perennial Wisdom, my guest is Dr. Carl Erik Fisher (author of The Urge: Our History of Addiction). In the conversation, Dr. Fisher, an addiction psychiatrist and bioethicist, shares insights on the multifaceted nature of addiction and its implications on human behavior. Expect to learn the importance of flexibility in psychological health, the need for balance in seeking wisdom, the cyclical nature of personal growth, and much more.
Key Takeaways
Willingness to accept uncertainty is more active than mere acceptance.
The desire for control can lead to anxiety and addictive behaviors.
Wisdom involves knowing when to accept and when to change.
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Thank you for listening; I hope you found something useful for daily life.
Until next time, be wise and be well,
J.W.
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Thanks for having me, this was a great conversation!