How To Stay Sane When Everyone Is Going F_ckin Crazy

About this episode

Connor Beaton discusses the overwhelming nature of modern life and provides tools for maintaining sanity and resilience amidst chaos.

I break down why so many people feel overwhelmed, anxious, and mentally scattered in today’s world. I explore how constant exposure to global information is disrupting our sense of reality and psychological stability. I also share my prediction for what’s coming over the next few years and why more people may struggle to stay grounded. Finally, I walk you through the key tools you’ll need to not just survive—but stay sane and resilient through massive change. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why the world feels overwhelming 01:30 - The problem with too much information 03:20 - Consuming what you can’t control 04:50 - The 3 layers of reality 08:30 - How reality fragmentation affects your mind 14:20 - Entering the “Negredo” phase 18:40 - Skill 1: Adaptability 23:30 - Skill 2: Regulated resilience 30:10 - Choosing who you become *** Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worth Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Heard about attachment but don’t know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide…

Topics covered

• mental health
• information overload
• resilience
• self-improvement
• psychology

Keywords

• overwhelmed
• anxiety
• psychological stability
• reality fragmentation
• adaptability
• regulated resilience

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Stitcher, Podchaser, self-worth guide, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom

Books & works: Negredo, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, Ultimate Guide To Attachment

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