Episode 35: Overthinking (analysis paralysis)

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Episode 35: Overthinking (analysis paralysis)

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27 minutes

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Aug 3, 2015

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Do you overthink? A lot of us are self diagnosed over thinkers, which come to think of it, isn't a very healthy way to live

Released:

Aug 3, 2015

Format:

Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Introvert Extrovert is an examination of the psychology of personality in with the mission of helping people better understand themselves and each other, with the ultimate goal of self actualization and personal growth. Family, relationships, friendships and the absurdity of the human condition are forefront while different personality tests such as Myers Briggs are referenced from many philosophy points of view.

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Episode 35: Overthinking (analysis paralysis)

Episode 35: Overthinking (analysis paralysis)

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