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The Power of Wonder

The Extraordinary Emotion That Will Change the Way You Live, Learn, and Lead
Book • 2023
This book takes readers on a multidisciplinary journey through psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, literature, and business to share the surprising secrets behind the mechanics of wonder.

It guides readers in bringing more wonder into their lives, discussing elements and elicitors of wonder such as art, architecture, love, sex, sleep, and psychedelics.

The book emphasizes how wonder can transform our bodies and brains, making us more resilient and better able to manage stress.

It also highlights the spiritual and self-transcendent aspects of wonder, helping readers reconnect with a reverence for the world and its magic.

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Mentioned by Naima Reza as the author of the book during the introduction of audience members.
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The Pursuit of Happiness: Virtue or Pleasure?
Mentioned by Monica Parker as the book she authored about the extraordinary emotion that will change the way you live, learn, and lead.
Give up on happiness. Go hard at wonder | Monica Parker for Big Think+

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