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The Sure-Fire Way To Be Luckier In Life - Advice From Psychology Professor Richard Wiseman

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Jul 22, 2022
This week, Richard Wiseman, a psychology professor and author renowned for his work on luck and magic, shares intriguing insights into how we can create our own luck. They discuss his decade-long research on luck, the transformative power of 'lucky journals', and the psychological principles that mold our perceptions of chance. Wiseman emphasizes the significance of curiosity and self-perception, revealing how a positive mindset can attract opportunities. He also reflects on career paths shaped by serendipity and the joy of community engagement in creative pursuits.
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ANECDOTE

From Magic to Psychology

  • Richard Wiseman's career began with magic, sparked by his grandfather's trick and a library visit.
  • This led him to psychology, parapsychology, and eventually to his current work.
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A Lucky Break

  • Richard Wiseman's research on luck began unexpectedly while interviewing someone who considered themselves lucky.
  • This chance encounter led to newspaper articles, media interest, and his first book.
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Principles of Luck

  • Lucky people are open to opportunities, trust intuition, are optimistic, and resilient.
  • Wiseman's interventions, like keeping a luck diary, aim to shift self-perception and create positive feedback loops.
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