Bob Greene: I'd like to start off by asking you what that parable means to you and your life. He says it immediately reminds him of a book he wrote about gratitude. The Mr. Rogers side is the one where you're able to find gratitude, appreciation, kindness. Greene: "The way to make Mr. Rogers or the kind wolf stronger is to feed it with thoughts"
Embark on a mind-expanding journey with author AJ Jacobs as he unravels the paradox of personal growth through puzzles! While challenging assumptions and finding joy in the process, A.J. explores the fascinating conflict between perseverance and giving up too easily and how this applies to solving actual puzzles and the puzzles of life.
In this episode, you'll be able to:
- Unearth the potential of puzzles to develop your cognitive skills and problem-handling capabilities
- Find the balance between curiosity and empathy in facilitating smoother disagreements resolution
- Discover how setting goals and undertaking profound quests can lend purpose to your life
- Sharpen your capacity to notice finer details for a fuller and more satisfying life experience
- Gain insights into the fine equilibrium between persistence and knowing when to step back
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