The Self View Is Another Predictor of Zoom

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We've been talking about bodyments as ways to extend the mind. One of those is physical spacem and i'd love for you to just talk a little bit about that. And then maybe some of the less well known ways that we can extend our minds with the space around us. We're all seen the benefits of taking a walk, for example, or being nature. But why do we experience this positive affect, positive feelings when we go outside? Is it because there are fewer distractions in an outdoor setting? Or does it have something more to do with simply spending time away from your work place?"

Our curators — Malcolm Gladwell, Adam Grant, Susan Cain, and Daniel Pink — recently named “The Extended Mind” by Annie Murphy Paul one of the best books of the year. In this episode, Annie returns to the Next Big Idea podcast for a spirited conversation with Adam in which she defends the fine art of fidgeting, suggests ways to improve group brainstorms, and gives Adam advice on how to talk to his childhood sensei.

By the way, Adam's brilliant TED podcast "WorkLife" is back now with a new batch of interviews — including a Nobel Prize winner, one of the world’s most influential leaders, a daredevil who’s mastered fear, and one of the most decorated Olympians ever. Find them on "WorkLife with Adam Grant" wherever you listen.