Patrick is 20 years old and has written a book that is filled with so much wisdom. We got to chatting about the impact of phones on society, instant gratification, his process for writing his book, and his unique outlook on life. In this episode, Patrick talks about his journey to find happiness and what he's learned along the way.
Key Takeaways:
[1:23] Patrick's basketball career and switching universities
[5:37] How I wrote my book
[9:32] Being addicted to your phone and getting a flip phone
[15:35] Expecting instant gratification because of phones
[23:32] Relationship expectations have changed and not in a good way
[28:17] Reading a page from Patrick's book about missing connection
[29:53] The philosophers that have influenced the book
[31:53] Living in the moment and meditating
[34:21] Going to Bali to learn what Patrick has already
[38:28] The framework from the book: the foundation of peace
[41:53] Maslow's hierarchy of needs
[43:41] Lived experienced versus book knowledge
[47:32] Gain wisdom from bad events
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