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Modern Wisdom · October 15, 2026 · 1h 38m

9 Harsh Truths No One Wants To Admit - Shaan Puri - #1163

Shaan Puri joins Modern Wisdom to lay out several uncomfortable lessons about ambition, success, and personal agency. The conversation covers why insecurity drives much of the economy, why waiting for permission slows people down, and how environment shapes what is possible. They also discuss following obsessions, leaving one's hometown, the hidden costs of greatness, and a single test for successful relationships.

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The Economy Is Run on Insecurity00:00:00
Shaan argues that much of the economy is powered by people's insecurities rather than their straightforward needs.
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The ABZ Method for Uncertain Plans00:05:42
Shaan recommends the ABZ method as a structured way to plan when the future is unclear.

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