Episode
How to Stay Steady When the World is Crazy
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- The Next Big Idea Daily
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- May 13, 2026
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- 1863
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Summary
There's a word most of us don't use nearly enough—equanimity—and Margaret Cullen says it's the key to feeling fully alive without getting wrecked by every emotional wave that rolls through. Then in the second half, Dan Lyons makes the case that one of the most powerful things you can do in an endlessly noisy world is simply stop talking. 🎁 Save 20% on a Next Big Idea Club membership when you used code PODCAST at nextbigideaclub.com ✉️ Get big ideas in your inbox with our daily newsletter. Subscribe at bookoftheday.nextbigideaclub.com Homeserve — Go to homeserve.com to find the plan that’s right for you Quince — Refresh your everyday with luxury you'll actually use. Head to quince.com/nbid for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.