S1EP4 | The Value of Suffering and Self-Awareness | The Subtle Art Of Not Giving A F*ck

Welcome back to The Messy Podcast, Season 1 of The Art of Giving a F*, Episode 4! Why do some people find meaning in immense hardship while others feel like failures despite incredible success? In this episode, "The Value of Suffering and Self-Awareness," inspired by Mark Manson's "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck," we explore how the values you choose define your reality. Ready to get honest about what you're measuring your life against and choose better problems? Explore online therapy for a happier, healthier you: https://themessypodcast.com/therapy Important Disclaimer: This podcast series analyzes literary works and explores principles of personal growth, drawing insights that align with concepts discussed in "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck." This episode aims to provide educational and analytical content. Any references to external ideas are for commentary and educational purposes. All rights to any referenced works belong to their respective owners, and no copyright infringement is intended. To further explore the principles discussed, you can purchase "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" here: https://amzn.to/4eeAiT1 In this episode, we dive into how our chosen values and metrics for success dictate our problems. Through the incredible stories of Hiroo Onoda, a Japanese soldier who fought a war for thirty years after it ended, and rockstars Dave Mustaine and Pete Best, we'll see how different values can lead to drastically different life outcomes. Discover how your perception of success can be your greatest trap, and why the key to navigating suffering isn't to avoid it, but to consciously choose the values that make the struggle worthwhile. You can find more information about The Messy Podcast at this direct link: https://themessypodcast.com/ Let's get messy and start asking what values are really driving us.