5 Insights You Can Use to Think Clearly | Shane Parrish | Knowledge Project Podcast

Ever wondered why the world’s most successful individuals seem to have an uncanny ability to be in the right place at the right time? It’s not luck; it’s positioning. They are rarely backed into a corner by circumstances, and you don’t have to be either.

On this special episode of The Knowledge Project, host and Farnam Street founder Shane Parrish offers a sneak peek into his upcoming book, Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments into Extraordinary Results, by sharing five insights from the book you can use for success in life and decision-making.

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00:00 - Intro
01:08 - Insight 1
03:14 - Insight 2
06:00 - Insight 3
07:47 - Insight 4
09:35 - Insight 5

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Like the mentor you’ve always dreamed of having, The Knowledge Project shares timely yet timeless lessons for work and life. Past guests include Naval Ravikant, Daniel Kahneman, Jim Collins, Angela Duckworth, Seth Godin, Melanie Mitchell, & Esther Perel.

[tkppodcast]

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[SwampThings]

Hi Shane, I just started your book and it’s been a slow burn as I have been enjoying each sentence, quip, quote and paragraph. Obviously I am not a swampthing however, the only channel I have to subscribe to content I enjoy listening/watching. Thank you for your thoughts and insights and hoping one day I can get you to sign my book. Stay safe and all the best to you & yours.

[DeepDiveBooks]

Clear Thinking ，has given me the greatest inspiration by clarifying what constitutes an error. It encourages having ideas, daring to try, and even if you fail, it doesn't count as a mistake. It's about trial and error, pushing the boundaries of one's abilities.

So, I started my own book channel, and in less than a month, I had >30 subscribers and > 100 hours of playtime. This was a tremendous encouragement for me. I hope everyone can think clearly and work hard together.

[jhasib]

1: Your position determines your future.
2: You can turn desired behavior into default behavior.
3: If you do what everyone else does, you will get the same results everyone else gets.
4: Outcome over ego.
5: While it might not be your fault, it is your responsibility.

[joryiansmith]

Insight #2 was really helpful to me. Brilliantly using righteous rules to help us achieve our goals and live our values! Thank you Shane 🙏

[yg]

Finished your book today and I have to say that I really loved it. I had great expectations, but you surpassed them. I will definitely integrate your tips and safeguards in my decision making process. Thank you and keep up the great work, Shane! Best regards from Brazil

[donscott]

Purchased today and can't put it down. Thanks from NZ

[aniruddhsrivastava]

Second insight is actually the best one for me.
You can only extend your own will power so much, but in a group that reinforces good behaviour, it becomes a habit or an instinct

Thank you

[rosscopaddison]

I loved hearing you extrapolate on these insights on the recent pod with Tim Ferriss too.

Great to hear this summary right after it again.

Ordering the book now, thanks for all you do.

[Richeeka]

11 mins was all it took for me to become your fan and get so much clarity with such simple understanding ! Big fan 😉

[giantakeshi]

thank you Shane, being following you since lady 2 year and i’m happy that some of these insights have inculcated in me coz of your earlier insights

[ReflectionOcean]

- Your position determines your future and impacts decision-making (1:10)

- Turn desired behavior into default behavior using automatic rules (3:16)

- Differentiate your actions to achieve unique results (6:02)

- Outcome over ego: prioritize being right over feeling right (7:49)

- Embrace personal responsibility for your life's outcomes (9:38)

[thichung-ln]

Excellent insights with relatable examples! I'm definitely inspired to buy the book. Thank you!

[nas]

Awesome video! Will have to get your book 👍🏼

[leonadegbite]

Amazing, love the child test example... just purchased the book on audible !

[al_dictionary]

A truth word alawys deserves 7 star.may be more, but this is first time iam here..to judge well😊

[johnburton]

“Positioning” is a jockey’s primary intention when the gates open. They believe “positioning” their horse before and during the first turn plays a role in winning a race. Mystic Dan won the 2024 Kentucky Derby because his jockey, Brian Hernandez, “positioned” Mystic Dan along the rail when the gates opened and “outraced” the other 19 horses to the finish line.

[Rich]

Really hard to hear but necesary to hear

[zupurfeg]

while interesting and probably very useful i'd like to know how some of these tips work with basic psychology - like, n.5 and self love/kindness, i can see conflict arise between the two

[samehmke]

The concept of working harder then everyone else doesn't seem correct to me. Working Smarter does seem correct