Why You Should De-Optimize Your Life | Maria Cano, MBA ’25 

Nice. You got about 3 minutes of extra downtime with the time you saved

Watching this on 2x

Unlucky to me. As an English learner,I over and over spent almost 30 minutes just listening and trying to understand the speech and her intentions.

​@@CaCa-di9lz you will catch up bro, just keep going... But don't over think every word or structure. Love from Iran

2x

thank you!

Thank you, RK

And now we know what the ultimate optimizer himself, Andrew Huberman, was using all that optimization for. I can't take him seriously on any of that stuff every again.

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

😊

I came down to the comments section to say exactly this, and found yours.

Interesting.

same here

Wow, a smart ass.

Guess you have no clue how science works…

Studies show that the #1 cause of death is being alive

Even trying to approach the truth is a majestic challenge.

No.

I feel like she’s trying to speak to her audience of Bay Area folks because they can’t understand anything that’s not about optimization. It’s like trying to speak a foreign language , you have to translate for the audience first. Maybe she’ll speak more about this in the future in a more direct way.

@@peachxblueBoth of you make valid points. Expressing the joys of day dreaming or sweetly 'wasting' away some time to relax, to humans who are resembling machines more and more each passing day, is next to impossible, unless it is spoken to in the only language they understand : Profit and loss.

Well said. Simply existing and being present are forever at odds with maximizing our achievements and accomlishments, and yet society is filled with messages devaluing the former and lauding the latter. Downtime is just another thing for her to cross off her to do list, to 'fit in' to her busy schedule. Perhaps someday she can liberate herself from to do lists entirely, and craft a life where downtime isn't something she squeezes in to small corners, but the base from which her activities grow naturally.

​@davebristol806 wow, that's really well put. Completely agree. her talk makes me pity her lol

same, that's the first thought that popped in my head when she said "aha"

+1

Loser

very insightful great vid

Bingo. That’s where she was incorrect about meditation. You don’t do it for effects. You literally do it for it.

I was there in person, and it did feel awkward

Completely agree. Sometimes we just need to be reminded!

There are probably 2 levels here: 1.Ideal: idle brain where the body is resting like sitting and doing nothing. 2. Slightly less ideal: idle brain but the body is doing some muscle memory activity like walking, cleaning, showering etc

Only 1 like? People are hypocrites😂

I think the video is taking off because the title of the video is really strong. It got me, ha

You deserve a break, mate! (just a reminder)

agree

hahahh I was thinking the same thing, so basically there is still a second-order goal there, and eventually the downtime is still for optimizing life.

Watching people swipe away Facebook like every 2 s, apparently the new hard labour.

The potential link between dissociation in neurotypicals and societal construction is very important, especially when considering the impact on Twice-Exceptionals (2e) who might not dissociate as readily. Here's a breakdown of your argument: Dissociation and Victimhood: Dissociation as a Coping Mechanism: In some cases, dissociation can be a way of coping with negative experiences, especially during childhood play that might have been misguided or lacked proper supervision. Loss of Agency: Dissociation can lead to a feeling of helplessness or victimhood, as the individual detaches from the experience. Impact on 2e Individuals: 2e individuals who don't dissociate as readily might face the full brunt of negative experiences without the protective buffer dissociation can provide. Misguided Play and Innocence: Importance of Play: Play is crucial for healthy development, but misguided play experiences can lead to confusion, frustration, and a sense of helplessness in children. Loss of Innocence: Negative experiences during play can shatter a child's sense of security and innocence. Impact on 2e Individuals: 2e individuals might be more sensitive to negative play experiences due to their heightened awareness and emotional processing. The Importance of Understanding: Understanding Dissociation: Raising awareness about dissociation and its potential consequences can help individuals who dissociate understand their experiences. Validating 2e Experiences: Acknowledging that 2e individuals might not dissociate and face the full impact of negative experiences is crucial. Importance of Safe Play: Promoting safe and structured play environments is essential for healthy development in all children.

The Logic Behind Your Argument: Lack of Guided Play: 2e individuals might not have had the same opportunities for guided play during childhood, which is crucial for developing certain cognitive skills. Creative Thinking: To compensate, they might rely more on creative thinking strategies, which could potentially require a different energy usage pattern in the brain compared to those with strong foundational skills. Scientific Neglect: The lack of specific research on 2e brain function makes it difficult to definitively say how they utilize energy differently, but it's a logical area for exploration.

Discrimination: Misunderstanding: If the unique needs and experiences of 2e individuals are not understood, they might face discrimination in educational settings, workplaces, and social interactions. Misdiagnosis: Misguided play opportunities in childhood could lead to learning difficulties that might be misdiagnosed, further marginalizing 2e individuals. Focus on Deficits: Focusing solely on the challenges faced by 2e individuals can lead to a deficit-based approach, overlooking their exceptional strengths and talents. Assimilation: Pressure to Conform: 2e individuals might feel pressure to conform to neurotypical expectations in order to avoid discrimination or social isolation. Masking: They might mask their true selves to fit in, which can lead to anxiety and a sense of inauthenticity. Loss of Identity: The pressure to assimilate can lead to a disconnect from their unique identity and strengths as a 2e individual