Most Replayed Moment: Alain de Botton - Individualism Is Making Us Miserable!

The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
22 de ago. de 2025 19 min
Most Replayed Moment: Alain de Botton - Individualism Is Making Us Miserable!
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Alain de Botton is a philosopher, author, and the founder of The School of Life. He is known for his insights into the intersection of philosophy, love, and the modern world, often exploring how societal structures impact mental well-being. In today’s Moments episode, Alain explores the psychological toll of living in an individualistic, meritocratic society. He reflects on the regression in mental health despite societal progress, and how ancient views could offer us a healthier path.  Listen to the full episode here! Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/Dy8GbYDXDVb Apple: https://g2ul0.app.link/tmgaYAJXDVb Watch the episodes on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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