034: Why You Care So Much (And How To Stop)

In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob dive into the concept of "the subtle art of not giving a fk." They chat about the idea that we all have a limited bucket of fks to give and how managing what we care about can change the game. They unpacking self-trust, accountability, and the trap of chasing approval from others. It’s all about helping blokes figure out what really matters and where to spend their emotional energy. Tune in for a no-bs take on how to stop giving a fk.

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[00:00:00] Intro.

[00:00:05] The bucket of f**ks.

[00:04:15] The Backwards Law Explained.

[00:08:06] Choosing what to care about.

[00:14:37] Approval seeking in professional settings.

[00:15:42] The cost of caring too much.

[00:20:02] Internal vs. external validation.

[00:25:59] Podcast Royale boxing event.

[00:29:09] Self-improvement through boxing training.

[00:34:24] Community spirit in tough times.

[00:37:01] Dave as a community mascot.