CHAPTER 6 AN ALTERNATE UNIVERSE—REIMAGINING LIFE FOR THE INDIVIDUAL

CHAPTER 6 AN ALTERNATE UNIVERSE: REIMAGINGING LIFE FOR THE INDIVIDUAL

1. Why is Sam so successful in losing weight and keeping it off unlike the vast majority of people who manage to lose weight but regain it?

In this alternate universe, Sam changes his lifestyle through liberation from consumerism and attainment of freedom.

2. How is work different for Sam in terms both of productivity and stress in this universe?

Sam enjoys a sense of liberty that allows him to express himself at the highest levels. He works for the love of work (not because he is obligated to) and therefore is much more productive.

3. What is flow and how does it relate to happiness? How does it contribute to excellence in performance?

It is a total immersive experience whereby one experiences a profound happiness and creativity. When in this state, you express your skills at the highest levels and thus performance excels.

4. What benefits will Sam experience in this universe on account of achieving financial freedom and overcoming consumerism that he will never come to know about?

Sam will not know how much he saves in medical expenses or the complications of diabetes he will not suffer. He will not know how it affects Cindy and his daughters. He will not appreciate the level of energy he has since he overcomes his chronic health issues.