ML179: Luke Burgis on The Power of Mimetic Desire, Choosing the Right Role Models and How To Want What You Need
Release Date: 08/11/2021
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info_outlineLuke Burgis is an entrepreneur and author of the book Wanting, The Power of Mimetic Desire and How to Want What You Need.
In this episode, we cover:
- How to turn blind wanting that leaves you unfulfilled to intentional wanting that supports your values
- The different kinds of role models and how they affect your desires and behaviour
- How conflict often comes from similarities, not differences and the tactics to break the cycle in your life
This conversation will help you better understand what you want and why you want it, giving you the power to find more meaning in your work and life and transform your life for the better.