by Ali & Taimur Abdaal
The weekly podcast about happiness, creativity, and the human condition. It's us, Ali and Taimur Abdaal, occasionally joined by guests, talking about things to help us think, do, and be better. Things like social interaction, lifestyle design, mental models... Things that are hard to examine, but important to explore. And hopefully, things that make for a fun and interesting chat every week. We'd love for you to join us.
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March 5, 2025
<p>This week, we dive into the world of history, why it matters, how it shapes our understanding of society, and why ignoring it can be a mistake. Taimur shares how he went from not caring much about history to realising its importance in making sense of the world. We chat about historical consciousness, the limits of a purely tech-focused mindset, and why context is everything. Hope you enjoy the conversation!</p><p>Chapters</p><p>(00:00) Introduction and Personal Updates<br>(05:32) The Importance of History<br>(26:21) Understanding Human Affairs Through History<br>(33:21) The Importance of History in Understanding Society<br>(36:33) Navigating Historical Knowledge: Strategies for Learning<br>(39:09) Engaging with History: Finding Personal Relevance<br>(42:30) The Challenge of Convincing Younger Generations<br>(45:22) Integrating Historical Understanding into Modern Life</p>
February 21, 2025
<p>This week, we’re talking about the early stages of parenthood and all the chaos that comes with it. Taimur shares what it’s really like dealing with sleep deprivation, and we chat about why daily walks help keep you sane. We also get into the idea of liminal spaces – those in-between phases of life where things feel uncertain – and why they’re not necessarily a bad thing. Plus, some thoughts on sleep quality, fitness, and getting ready for big life changes.</p><p>Chapters</p><p>(00:00) Navigating Sleep Regression with a Newborn<br>(03:59) The Joys and Challenges of Parenthood<br>(07:57) Connecting with Community Through Parenthood<br>(08:18) Navigating the Baby Expo Experience<br>(11:17) Understanding Antenatal Classes<br>(14:24) The Transition into Parenthood<br>(17:11) Existential Reflections on Work and Life<br>(20:17) The Importance of Sleep and Health<br>(26:19) Incorporating Exercise into Daily Life<br>(33:02) The Importance of Daily Movement<br>(38:55) Overcoming Mental Barriers to Exercise<br>(44:54) Redefining Fitness Routines</p>
January 16, 2025
<p>In this episode of Not Overthinking, Ali and Taimur sit down with Derek Sivers to explore the journey of entrepreneurship, the concept of 'enough', and the role of money in happiness. Together, they discuss true financial freedom, future aspirations, and finding purpose in work. Derek reflects on his experience after selling CD Baby, navigating feelings of loss, setting new goals, and embracing change. The conversation touches on creativity, the fear of leaving behind successful ventures, and the excitement of exploring education and productivity. Using the metaphor of breaking out of the atmosphere, they reflect on growth and the opportunities beyond established success.</p><p>(00:00) Introduction to Derek Sivers<br>(03:07) The Concept of 'Enough' in Entrepreneurship<br>(06:00) The Role of Money in Happiness<br>(08:54) Defining True Financial Freedom<br>(12:01) Future Aspirations and Purpose<br>(15:04) Exploring Problem Areas and Education<br>(17:58) Derek's Journey After Selling CD Baby<br>(21:02) Finding New Goals and Passions<br>(24:13) The Importance of Actionable Goals<br>(26:51) Exploring New Ventures and Projects<br>(32:33) Exploring Through Exploiting<br>(34:53) The Comfort of Coasting on YouTube<br>(40:51) The Fear of Change and the Unknown<br>(46:16) The Price of Freedom: Leaving Money on the Table<br>(50:43) Breaking Out of the Atmosphere: New Possibilities<br>(57:08) Embracing the Unknown: Preparing for Change</p><p>🎙 About the Podcast - Not Overthinking<br>Not Overthinking is a podcast about happiness, creativity, and the human condition. We talk about things to help us think, do, and be better. Things like social interaction, lifestyle design, mental models...things that are hard to examine, but important to explore. And hopefully, things that make for a fun and interesting chat every week.</p>
Ali Abdaal
Matt Abrahams, Think Fast Talk Smart
TED Audio Collective / Youngme Moon, Mihir Desai, & Felix Oberholzer-Gee
TED
Harvard Business Review
TED
TED
China Plus
Talks at Google
The New York Times
TED
TED
McKinsey & Company
Lindsay McMahon, Jessica Beck, Aubrey Carter
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