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372. The Art of the Interesting with Lorraine Besser
What if there's more to happiness and fulfillment than what you've been taught? Speaking about her book The Art of the Interesting (bookshop.org/a/30734/9781538743201) , Lorraine Besser (lorrainebesser.com/) questions accepted notions of what constitutes a fulfilling life. She doesn’t just explore happiness and meaning; she challenges their dominance, exposing how chasing these ideals can sometimes leave us feeling empty and disillusioned.
Lorraine invites us to consider a different path: pursuing a psychologically rich life. This isn’t about endless joy or a sense of fulfillment that’s always just out of reach. It’s about diving into experiences that are novel, complex, and challenging-experiences that make us think deeply and feel intensely. Drawing from her own life and philosophical reflections, Lorraine shows us how to find interest and meaning in the every day, and she offers practical advice on how to weave psychological richness into the fabric of our lives.
This is more than just a conversation; it’s an important call to rethink what it means to live fully.
Listen and Learn:
• Challenging the traditional notions of happiness and meaning as the sole keys to a fulfilling life
• Why the pursuit of constant happiness is unrealistic and how understanding the limits of pleasure can lead to a more fulfilling and realistic approach to a good life.
• The elusive nature of fulfillment and why achieving your dreams often leads to unexpected feelings of emptiness
• The historical evolution of the concept of individual purpose
• The roles of philosophers and psychologists in exploring happiness
• The concept of "the interesting" as the third pillar to a fulfilling life
• How embracing unexpected moments of curiosity and novelty can subtly enrich your life
• Distinguishing "Mindfulness 2.0" from traditional mindfulness
• How embracing "psychologically rich moments" can turn your everyday struggles and mundane tasks into powerful opportunities for personal growth and deeper insight
• Finding "psychologically rich moments" to help you engage with and grow from challenging situations in life
• How being open and honest in your friendships can transform your connections
• The biggest misconception about achieving a psychologically rich life
Resources:
• The Art of the Interesting: What We Miss in Our Pursuit of the Good Life and How to Cultivate It (bookshop.org/a/30734/9781538743201)
• lorbesser?hl=en
• lorrainebesser.com/
• LorraineBesser
• www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/lorraine-besser-ph-d/the-art-of-the-interesting/9781538743201/
About Lorraine Besser
Lorraine Besser, PhD (lorrainebesser.com/) , is a professor of philosophy at Middlebury College, who specializes in the philosophy and psychology of the good life and teaches popular courses for undergraduates on happiness, well-being, and ethics. An internationally recognized scholar, she was a founding investigator on the research team studying psychological richness. She is the author of two academic books (The Philosophy of Happiness: An Interdisciplinary Introduction and Eudaimonic Ethics: The Philosophy and Psychology of Living Well) and dozens of professional journal articles on moral psychology.
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Lorraine invites us to consider a different path: pursuing a psychologically rich life. This isn’t about endless joy or a sense of fulfillment that’s always just out of reach. It’s about diving into experiences that are novel, complex, and challenging-experiences that make us think deeply and feel intensely. Drawing from her own life and philosophical reflections, Lorraine shows us how to find interest and meaning in the every day, and she offers practical advice on how to weave psychological richness into the fabric of our lives.
This is more than just a conversation; it’s an important call to rethink what it means to live fully.
Listen and Learn:
• Challenging the traditional notions of happiness and meaning as the sole keys to a fulfilling life
• Why the pursuit of constant happiness is unrealistic and how understanding the limits of pleasure can lead to a more fulfilling and realistic approach to a good life.
• The elusive nature of fulfillment and why achieving your dreams often leads to unexpected feelings of emptiness
• The historical evolution of the concept of individual purpose
• The roles of philosophers and psychologists in exploring happiness
• The concept of "the interesting" as the third pillar to a fulfilling life
• How embracing unexpected moments of curiosity and novelty can subtly enrich your life
• Distinguishing "Mindfulness 2.0" from traditional mindfulness
• How embracing "psychologically rich moments" can turn your everyday struggles and mundane tasks into powerful opportunities for personal growth and deeper insight
• Finding "psychologically rich moments" to help you engage with and grow from challenging situations in life
• How being open and honest in your friendships can transform your connections
• The biggest misconception about achieving a psychologically rich life
Resources:
• The Art of the Interesting: What We Miss in Our Pursuit of the Good Life and How to Cultivate It (bookshop.org/a/30734/9781538743201)
• lorbesser?hl=en
• lorrainebesser.com/
• LorraineBesser
• www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/lorraine-besser-ph-d/the-art-of-the-interesting/9781538743201/
About Lorraine Besser
Lorraine Besser, PhD (lorrainebesser.com/) , is a professor of philosophy at Middlebury College, who specializes in the philosophy and psychology of the good life and teaches popular courses for undergraduates on happiness, well-being, and ethics. An internationally recognized scholar, she was a founding investigator on the research team studying psychological richness. She is the author of two academic books (The Philosophy of Happiness: An Interdisciplinary Introduction and Eudaimonic Ethics: The Philosophy and Psychology of Living Well) and dozens of professional journal articles on moral psychology.
Related Episodes
• 351. You Only Die Once with Jodi Wellman (offtheclockpsych.com/you-only-die-once-with-jodi-wellman/)
• 357. Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work with Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Christopher Wong Michaelson (offtheclockpsych.com/is-your-work-worth-it/)
• 336. Mindfulness and Living Expansively with Sharon Salzberg (offtheclockpsych.com/mindfulness-and-living-expansively-with-sharon-salzberg/)
• 329. The Power of Curiosity with Scott Shigeoka (offtheclockpsych.com/the-power-of-curiosity-with-scott-shigeoka/)
• 328. How to Navigate Change with Brad Stulberg (offtheclockpsych.com/how-to-navigate-change-with-brad-stulberg/)
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371. Uniting Toward a Better Future with Diana McLain Smith
zhlédnutí 32Před 16 hodinami
What if the key to healing our fractured society lies not in silencing our differences, but in harnessing them? In this conversation with Diana M. Smith (www.remakingthespace.org/) , a renowned thought leader in conflict resolution and organizational change, we're not just talking about the pressing issue of political divisiveness-we're talking about the power to reshape our society by rethinki...
370. Freedom, Energy, and Power with Emma Seppälä
zhlédnutí 23Před 14 dny
Are you truly living the life you desire, or are hidden patterns holding you back? Challenging us to rethink our understanding of freedom and personal fulfillment, we bring you a fascinating conversation with Dr. Emma Seppälä (emmaseppala.com) , a renowned psychologist, bestselling author, and Yale lecturer who introduces her latest book, Sovereign (bookshop.org/a/30734/9781401975067) , which d...
369. Good News About Adolescence with Ellen Galinsky
zhlédnutí 27Před 21 dnem
Imagine seeing teenagers not as a bundle of challenges but as a wellspring of untapped potential. That's exactly what our guest Ellen Galinsky (ellengalinsky.com/) , President of Families and Work Institute, invites you to do in this episode, through her book 'The Breakthrough Years: A New Scientific Framework for Raising Thriving Teens (bookshop.org/a/30734/9781250062048) ' which challenges th...
368. Get Better at Anthing with Scott Young
zhlédnutí 28Před 28 dny
Discover the keys to mastering any skill with Scott Young (www.scotthyoung.com/) . Bringing us his latest book, Get Better at Anything: 12 Maxims for Mastery (bookshop.org/a/30734/9780063256675) , Scott retells his fascinating journey of self-studying MIT's computer science curriculum and breaks down the essential process of learning: seeing, doing, and receiving feedback. You'll find out how l...
367. ADHD in Adulthood with Michaela Thomas
zhlédnutí 239Před měsícem
If you feel overwhelmed by chronic disorganization, struggle to maintain focus, or wonder if your adult challenges might be linked to ADHD, we’re sitting down with Michaela Thomas, a brilliant clinical psychologist and the mastermind behind The Thomas Connection (thethomasconnection.co.uk/) , the author of "The Lasting Connection (bookshop.org/a/30734/9781472144270) ," host of the Pause Purpose...
366. Psychologists ON the Clock: Getting Experiential with Us
zhlédnutí 23Před měsícem
If you’re unsure about life's big decisions and tired of making endless pros and cons lists, we’ve got a bonus co-host episode just for you! We’re helping you break down complex decisions into easy-to-follow exercises that you can do right along with us or on your own time. From understanding your comfort zone to making tough choices based on values rather than fear or external pressures, we've...
365. Tightwads and Spendthrifts with Scott Rick
zhlédnutí 34Před měsícem
Money talk can be a real minefield in relationships, especially if you and your partner or spouse have totally different spending habits. If this sounds familiar then you’ve got to check out our latest episode with Dr. Scott Rick (scottrick.com) , a behavioral scientist and the author of Tightwads and Spendthrifts (us.macmillan.com/books/9781250280077/tightwadsandspendthrifts) . We tackle quest...
364. The Brain-Gut Connection with Megan Riehl
zhlédnutí 21Před měsícem
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363. Worrying Is Optional with Ben Eckstein
zhlédnutí 60Před 2 měsíci
If worry is your constant companion, take heart-you're in good company. Let's clear something up: worrying is as human as breathing. Everyone does it, and sometimes it even helps. But when worry transforms into a monster that steals your sleep, scrambles your thoughts, and holds your decisions hostage, that's when we’ve got a problem. If this sounds familiar, you’ll want to hear this conversati...
362. Adult Bullies and High Conflict People with Bill Eddy
zhlédnutí 102Před 2 měsíci
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361. Dudes and Dads: Men's Mental Health with Danny Singley
zhlédnutí 31Před 2 měsíci
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360. The Laws of Connection with David Robson
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359. Evolution and Human Nature with Sam Wilkinson
zhlédnutí 88Před 2 měsíci
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358. How to Keep House While Drowning with KC Davis
zhlédnutí 66Před 3 měsíci
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357. Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work with Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Chr...
zhlédnutí 25Před 3 měsíci
357. Is Your Work Worth It? How to Think About Meaningful Work with Jennifer Tosti-Kharas and Chr...
356. Navigating the Challenges of Caregiving with Allison Applebaum
zhlédnutí 8Před 3 měsíci
356. Navigating the Challenges of Caregiving with Allison Applebaum
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zhlédnutí 46Před 4 měsíci
354. A Family Guide to Dementia with Brent Forester
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353. Ask Great Questions with Jeff Wetzler
351. You Only Die Once with Jodi Wellman
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351. You Only Die Once with Jodi Wellman
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350. Parenting Anxious Kids with Regine Galanti
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349. The Hunger Habit with Judson Brewer
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348. Sustainable Exercise with Michelle Segar
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347. Job Changes & Career Pivots with Paula Brand
346. Self-compassion Daily Journal with Diana Hill
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346. Self-compassion Daily Journal with Diana Hill
345. Writing for Personal Growth with Maureen Murdock
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345. Writing for Personal Growth with Maureen Murdock
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344. Differently Wired Kids with Deborah Reber
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