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Episode 60: Why do we try to conform when being ourselves feels so much better? with Eric Gee
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Eric G shares his journey from feeling out of place as an Asian American in the 1980s to becoming a life coach and author who helps people embrace their authentic selves rather than conforming to others' expectations. His insights on personality typing reveal why understanding our core values is crucial for building meaningful relationships and living a fulfilled life.
• Growing up Asian American in the 80s created feelings of not fully belonging
• College and adolescence brought pressure to conform to social expectations
• Working as a golf course starter provided unexpected wisdom from seniors' life stories
• Understanding personality types helps explain why some people value safety while others seek excitement
• Finding your "anchor" means identifying your authentic self before trying to change or adapt
• Relationships often fail when we try to change the very qualities that initially attracted us
• Sports illustrate how knowing your strengths helps you contribute effectively
• The most important advice: "No one gives a shit - you're not the main character in their story"
• Personality differences explain why some people fear change while others constantly seek it
• Eric's new book "The Power of Personality" explores understanding yourself and others better
Eric's Website: https://www.projectyoutopia.com/
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1. Episode 60: Why do we try to conform when being ourselves feels so much better? with Eric Gee (00:00:00)
2. Welcome to Life is Crazy (00:01:06)
3. Growing up Asian American in the 80s (00:03:23)
4. Adolescence and feeling different (00:05:18)
5. Finding yourself after college (00:11:37)
6. Life lessons from the golf course (00:18:00)
7. The importance of personality types (00:23:26)
8. Marriage, relationships, and being yourself (00:30:33)
9. Sports as a metaphor for life (00:42:28)
10. Final thoughts and finding your anchor (00:46:31)
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