Published Apr 1, 2020

333: Isaac Lidsky | Eyes Wide Open

Isaac Lidsky, a bestselling author and former law clerk for the U.S. Supreme Court, shares how going blind gave him a clearer understanding of reality, the importance of reframing challenges, and insights on balancing luck and control in life.

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- How can one become more comfortable with uncertainty to build resilience?
  Asked by 118 people
- How can you transform your life?
  Asked by 77 people
- How can I achieve a sense of purpose?
  Asked by 69 people
- How can someone discover the concept of their life's task?
  Asked by 61 people
- What questions should I ask myself to find my purpose and work through it?
  Asked by 56 people
- Can neuroscience explain consciousness?
  Asked by 54 people
- How can I cultivate a sense of purpose?
  Asked by 52 people
- How do you develop a new identity and mindset?
  Asked by 46 people
- How does creativity shape reality?
  Asked by 33 people
- What are some important things to know about the brain?
  Asked by 30 people
- What is the importance of mental visualization?
  Asked by 19 people
- How can I control my fear?
  Asked by 18 people
- How can I build discipline?
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- How do different types of light (e.g., blue light) affect sleep?
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- What meaningful questions should I ask when building my life narrative?
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333: Isaac Lidsky | Eyes Wide Open

Topics covered

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Confronting Fear

Creating Your Reality

Memories and Sight

Creating Our Own Reality

Protect Your Eyes

The Illusion of Sight

Overcoming Catastrophizing

Hiring Made Easy

Luck and Motivation

Mental Models

Luck vs Skill

The Force of Luck

Our Perception's Limitations

Adapting to Blindness

Questions from this episode

How can one become more comfortable with uncertainty to build resilience?

How can you transform your life?

How can I achieve a sense of purpose?

How can someone discover the concept of their life's task?

What questions should I ask myself to find my purpose and work through it?

Can neuroscience explain consciousness?

How can I cultivate a sense of purpose?

How do you develop a new identity and mindset?

How does creativity shape reality?

What are some important things to know about the brain?

What is the importance of mental visualization?

How can I control my fear?

How can I build discipline?

How do different types of light (e.g., blue light) affect sleep?

What meaningful questions should I ask when building my life narrative?

Episode Highlights

Perception and Reality

Overcoming Adversity

Luck and Control

333: Isaac Lidsky | Eyes Wide Open

Topics covered

Popular Clips

Questions from this episode

Episode Highlights

Perception and Reality

Overcoming AdversityIsaac Lidsky shares his journey of overcoming blindness and how it sharpened his personal vision. He discusses the mental models we create, the importance of accountability, and how to turn perceived obstacles into opportunities.

Overcoming Adversity

Luck and ControlIsaac Lidsky explores the intricate nature of luck and personal control, sharing insights from his life experiences and his book, Eyes Wide Open.

Luck and Control