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The Evolving Self

A Psychology for the Third Millennium

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The Evolving Self

By: Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Narrated by: Sean Pratt
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In this wise, humane inquiry, Csikszentmihalyi (Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience) argues that genetically programmed behaviors that once helped humans adapt and multiply now threaten our survival. These traits include obsessions with food and sex, addiction to pleasure, excessive rationality, and a tendency to focus on the negative. A University of Chicago psychology professor, the author also believes we must free our minds of cultural illusions, such as ethnocentric superiority or identification with one's possessions. He urges listeners to find ways to reduce the oppression, exploitation, and inequality that are woven into the fabric of society. Further, he wants us to control the direction of human evolution by pursuing challenging activities that lead to greater complexity while opposing chaos and conformity.

Each chapter concludes with self-help questions and mental exercises designed to help listeners apply the insights of this literate manifesto to their daily lives.

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Great book! Just had to speed up the narration to 1.5x to stay engaged.

Really puts life and evolution in perspective.

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beautiful piece of work well work the read for anyone who wants to understand a bit more about us humans

awesome piece of work

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The ideas in this work are timeless. He gives you a lot to think about even in modern times.

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"The Evolving Self" presents a fascinating exploration of human development and personal growth. The author’s philosophy shines through with thought-provoking insights that challenge conventional ideas about identity, purpose, and the evolution of our inner lives. The core concepts are genuinely impactful, offering readers a fresh perspective on how we understand ourselves and our role in the world.

However, while the philosophy is compelling, the book feels unnecessarily long, and the dense writing style can be challenging. The depth of content occasionally gets lost in extensive explanations, making it less reader-friendly. For those ready to commit to a more intensive read, it’s a rewarding journey, but casual readers may find it requires patience.

Insightful Yet Overextended

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Take a journey out of Self and into the granular constructs of existence at large.

More than Profound

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