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The Next Big Idea Daily

S31 E3: "Imaginable: How to See the Future Coming and Feel Ready for Anything―Even Things That Seem Impossible Today" by Jane McGonigal

Sep 6, 2023
14:57
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Jane McGonigal, author who draws on the latest scientific research in psychology and neuroscience, shows us how to train our minds to think the unthinkable and imagine the unimaginable. Topics include expanding imagination and preparing for future possibilities, recognizing signals of change, and unlocking the power of imagination and urgent optimism.
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Quick takeaways

  • Envisioning the future with a 10-year timeline expands imagination, provides more information, and enables setting optimistic goals.
  • Embracing and exploring seemingly impossible future scenarios prepares individuals for potential disruptions and challenges.

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Focus on the future

When envisioning the future, it is beneficial to focus on a 10-year timeline. This provides enough time for significant changes to occur in society and one's own life. By thinking 10 years ahead, individuals can expand their imagination, gain more information, and set more optimistic goals. It helps to break free from present limitations and opens up possibilities for transformative change.

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