Filling The Void (Is it possible?)

Paraphrased from Nietzsche... 'If you stare into the abyss long enough, the abyss also gazes into you'... what are you really hiding under your ambition, your relationships, your habits?
What really drives you?

Let's peer into the abyss together.


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Summary: 


In this conversation, Christopher and Broedy discuss the concept of filling the void and how deep-held beliefs and negative drivers can influence our lives. They share personal stories and anecdotes about the negative effects of seeking validation and approval from others. They explore the idea of the void as a black space or an empty room, representing habitual behaviors and thought patterns that feel empty and meaningless. 
They also discuss the importance of self-reflection and doing the work to understand and address the void within oneself. The conversation touches on topics such as self-worth, achievement, and the influence of parents and societal expectations. In this conversation, Broedy and C discuss the concept of filling the void and how it relates to personal growth and overcoming challenges. 
They explore the idea that everyone has their own version of darkness or void, and it is up to individuals to choose how they respond to it. They emphasize the importance of self-reflection, awareness, and taking responsibility for one's actions. The conversation also touches on the positive aspects of discovering and facing the void, such as personal growth and developing emotional resilience. They encourage listeners to be kind to themselves and to focus on the positives that come from navigating the void.


Chapters: 


00:00 - Introduction and Overview
06:29 - The Negative Effects of Seeking Validation and Approval
10:43 - Visualizing the Void as a Black Space or Empty Room
28:24 - The Influence of Parents and Societal Expectations
33:49 - Choosing your response to the void
39:21 - Facing and acknowledging the void
50:26 - The normal voice


Takeaways:


- Deep-held beliefs and negative drivers can influence our everyday lives, both personally and professionally.
- Seeking validation and approval from others can lead to negative effects and a constant need to fill the void.
- The void can be represented as a black space or an empty room, symbolizing habitual behaviors and thought patterns that feel empty and meaningless.
- Self-reflection and doing the work to understand and address the void within oneself is important for personal growth and fulfillment.
- The influence of parents and societal expectations can contribute to the void and the need for external validation. 
- Everyone has their own version of darkness or void
- It is up to individuals to choose how they respond to the void
- Self-reflection and awareness are important in navigating the void
- Taking responsibility for one's actions is crucial for personal growth
- Discovering and facing the void can lead to positive outcomes, such as emotional resilience
- Being kind to oneself and focusing on the positives is essential