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Check out our handpicked book recommendations for this video: (Affiliate) This video will draw on a range of wildly diverse sources - from ancient Taoism to the French Situationists of the 1960s - to suggest that deep human satisfaction lies not in the constant striving to improve, even to improve spiritually, but in the simple momentary act of relaxing and releasing the clenched knot of effort and realising what is called in Taoism, Wu Wei, or effortless effort. We will examine the wisdom of Lao Tzu, Josef Pieper, Lin Yutang, Longchenpa, Paul Lafargue, and Guy Debord all of whom emphasised the necessity of being no one, of letting go of the ego-driven pursuit of success and recognition. If we do this, we also discover that true human authenticity - or as Nietzsche said: becoming ourselves - requires this act of deep relaxation. To put it simply: Tension is who we think we should be. Relaxation is who we are. The German-Korean philosopher, Byung-Chul Han, examines this concept of burnout in modern society in his book “The Burnout Society,” particularly in the context of contemporary work culture. Han argues that burnout is not merely a result of excessive workload or stress but is deeply rooted in the culture of achievement, positivity, and constant self-optimization that characterises our times. Han suggests that in the age of digital connectivity and social media, individuals are under constant pressure to present themselves as successful and happy. That is to say, to present oneself as going somewhere. #spirituality #wuwei #spiritualburnout Script: Matt Mackane Edit: Medo Voiceover: Matt Mackane Score: Epidemic Music DISCLAIMER 01: All ideas expressed on this channel are for entertainment and general information purposes only. There is no advice on what an individual should or should not do. Any response made by anyone after hearing this communication is their interpretation and is their responsibility. Ideas expressed by this channel should not be treated as a substitute for medical advice or professional help. If expert assistance or counselling is needed, the services of a competent professional should be sought. DISCLAIMER 02: All materials in these videos are used for entertainment purposes and fall within the guidelines of fair use. No copyright infringement intended. If you are, or represent, the copyright owner of materials used in this video, and have an issue with the use of said material, please send an email to doseofquotes02@. Copyright © 2022 Asangoham. All rights reserved.
