The Pathless Path
Book Review
Episode Notes
A summary of the ten lessons in the book:
question the default
reflect
figure out what you have to offer
pause and disconnect
go make a friend
go make something
give generously
experiment
commit
be patient
A few select quotes:
-”the pathless path is an alternative to the default path. its an embrace of uncertainty and discomfort. its a call to adventure in a world that tells us to conform.”
-”the pathless path has been my way to release myself from the achievement narrative that i had been unconsciously following. I was able to shift away from a life built on getting ahead and towards one focused on coming alive.”
-”this kind of approach, focused not on being brave, but instead on eliminating risk, is common for people who take unconventional paths.”
-”the pathless path is a define-your-own-success adventure.... over time, i realized that the real benefit of this orientation towards success was that I wasn’t competing with anyone”
-”on the pathless path, the pressure of conformity is not a major concern, but that does not mean an ideal life will emerge automatically. you need to take steps to create it”
-”on the pathless path, the goal is not to find a job, make money, build a business or achieve any other metric. its to actively and consciously search for the work that you want to keep doing”
(Note: these are quick notes and takeaways by David Nebinski. Please see the episode for more accurate information)
Published Date: 3/31/22