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Shadow of Self

Mind on Shadow

Psychology, philosophy and practical ideas for a calmer, clearer mind

Shadow of Self Daily: two hosts, about ten minutes, one idea about how minds and lives work. Every episode is checked against its sources and honest about what is well supported and what is still debated.

What it covers

  • Psychology

    How attention, habits, emotions and memory work, and what the research does and doesn't show.

  • Philosophy

    Old ideas that still help, from the Stoics to the existentialists, in plain English.

  • Practical ideas

    Small things to try today, with the evidence behind them and its limits.

Coming soon

The first Shadow of Self episodes are on the way.

Shadow of Self is getting ready. Follow along to see the first ones as soon as they are out.

How Shadow of Self works

  1. 01

    Listen

    Two hosts talk one idea through, with stories and everyday examples.

  2. 02

    Reflect

    Each episode leaves you with a question to sit with on your walk or commute.

  3. 03

    Try it

    One small practice to test the idea in your own life.