In this episode, Carl explores a surprising cost of keeping our options open: the energy required to keep wondering what else we could be doing. Inspired by an idea shared by David Epstein about the freedom that comes from commitment, Carl considers whether what we call “freedom” is sometimes just an exhausting collection of unmade choices. What if real freedom comes from choosing? It’s a thoughtful invitation to trade some of our options for the energy to fully live the life we’ve actually chosen.
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