James Hollis on Mortality, Meaning, and Courage

In this interview, Professor James Hollis explores the nature of creativity, the challenges of stagnation, and the importance of courage and individuation at different life stages. We discuss how to navigate thresholds, setbacks, and the search for meaning in a complex, uncertain world.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Creativity and Human Development

05:58 Navigating Creative Stagnation and Setbacks

15:27 Listening to Inner Signals for Meaning

22:54 Courage in the Face of Fear

26:10 Embracing Fear and Uncertainty

26:56 Navigating Technological Change and Job Security

32:00 The Role of Mortality in Meaning

38:30 Life Stages and Their Unique Challenges

44:20 Finding Purpose in the Second Half of Life

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