Episode 65: Ask Mark Anything: Live from Australia

About the Episode

Australia, you absolute legends. Back in November, I did a speaking tour across seven cities, talking to thousands of you about life, purpose, relationships, and why giving fewer fucks is the key to actually living a life you don’t hate.

We recorded some of the best Q&A moments to share with you here on the podcast. We diving into the big existential stuff—how to stop procrastinating, how to know if a relationship is right for you, and whether Australia’s ban on social media for kids is actually a good thing or not.

We’ll also talk about the brutal truth behind imposter syndrome, how to stop caring so much about what other people think, and one thing that actually helps you figure out what the hell you should be doing with your life. Plus, I’ll share some hard-earned wisdom on drinking, quitting, and why people stay in bad relationships way too long. So if you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or just overwhelmed by the sheer absurdity of life, this one’s for you. Hit play and let’s get into it.

Mark Manson Quotes From the Episode

If you wouldn’t ask them for advice, then why the fuck do you care about their criticism?

When you have something that’s so important that it’s worth being disliked for, then then you become unstoppable.

Fighting is going to be inevitable. I think judgment is optional.

Being optimal is suboptimal. That trying to optimize everything actually prevents you from important experiences of screwing up and, you know, messing around and learning things about yourself.