The chapter delves into how art can evoke powerful emotions and feelings of connection, emphasizing the importance of the emotional state behind the creation. It discusses the transformative impact of certain songs and artworks, highlighting the concept of awe and moral beauty in human experiences.
In this episode we sit down with psychologist Dacher Keltner, one of the world’s leading experts on the science of emotion, the man Pixar hired to help them write Inside Out. In his new book – Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life – he outlines his years of work in this field, the health benefits of awe, the evolutionary origins and likely functions, and how to better pursue more awe and wonder in your own life.