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October 1, 2025 93 mins
#248: Learn to escape the trap of over-optimizing and design a more meaningful life. We explore setting boundaries, resetting priorities, and turning failure into fuel for success. We also dive into Tim’s creative process behind his new card game and the surprising value of play. Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and host of The Tim Ferriss Show, one of the world’s most popular podcasts with over a billion downloads. He loves experimenting with productivity, health, storytelling, personal growth, and, most recently, card games. Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/tim-ferriss-over-optimizing-failure-play Partner Deals DeleteMe: 20% off removing your personal info from the web Bilt Rewards: Earn the most valuable points when you pay rent NetSuite: Free KPI checklist to upgrade your business performance Shopify: $1/month trial for the easiest e-commerce platform Mercury: Help your business grow with simplified finances For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: chrishutchins.com/deals Resources Mentioned Tim: Website | Podcast | X The 4-Hour Workweek The 4-Hour Body The 4-Hour Chef THE NO BOOK Where Are You Still Using Single-Ply? Coyote Card Game Terry Real’s Books Stumble Upon Diggnation Personal Power by Tony Robbins Secrets of Power Negotiating by Roger Dawson AcroYoga Exploding Kittens Think Like a Game Designer Podcast Procreate ATH Podcast Ep #216: Purpose, Friendship, and Human Skills with Simon Sinek Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction (00:45) When Tim Realized That Optimization Could Bend Life in His Favor (06:40) The Role of Patience in Optimization (08:14) Dialing Back on Optimizing (11:23) Do Relationships Require Less Optimization? (16:45) Fighting Natural Tendencies for a Better Life (19:57) The Impact of Journaling (23:42) Does Tim Still Find Himself Over-Optimizing? (25:14) The 3 Levels of Listening (29:47) Designing for States (31:40) Different Lenses for Optimization (36:28) The Optimizer Curses (40:53) How to Avoid Decision Fatigue (45:32) Being Rich Enough to Rent (48:37) Knowing When to Say “Yes or “No” (55:35) Active vs. Passive Intuition (01:01:40) How Decisions Get Influenced When You Have Kids (01:08:01) Is "Play" a State to Aim For? (01:13:38) Incorporating Play in Adulthood (01:18:13) The Process of Creating a New Card Game (01:28:18) The Next Big Project for Tim (01:30:53) Humans as Storytellers (01:34:10) Where to Find Tim & His Work Connect with Chris Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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