BONUS EPISODE: How To Make Work More Energising (Chapter 1 Feel-Good Productivity)
Feb 6, 2024
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This podcast talks about the energizing effects of play, making work more enjoyable, finding joy in the process, and tips on enhancing productivity through creativity and customer satisfaction.
Incorporating play into daily life can release dopamine and make work more enjoyable.
Focusing on the process rather than the outcome enhances enjoyment of tasks and transforms mundane experiences.
Deep dives
Harnessing the Power of Play
Research shows that play releases dopamine and can make work more enjoyable. Joy and emotions stem from primitive areas of the brain, not just the cerebral cortex. Seeking out fun activities can activate feel-good hormones and keep us happy and engaged.
Finding Fun in the Process
Focusing on the process rather than the outcome can enhance enjoyment of a task. Climbers are an example of individuals immersed in the process, finding joy in climbing rather than winning. By creatively approaching mundane tasks and finding small ways to make them enjoyable, we can find fun even in uninspiring situations.
Creating Enjoyable Experiences
The power of enjoyment lies in finding joy in the process rather than relying solely on the outcome. By adding small elements of enjoyment to routine tasks, such as personalizing interactions or adding a sense of novelty, we can transform mundane experiences and make them more energizing.
This is an exclusive excerpt from my New York Times bestselling book, Feel-Good Productivity! I recorded the audiobook in a studio in London a few months ago, so I wanted to share me reading the first chapter. It talks about the first principle of Feel-Good Productivity, play, and how you can incorporate it into your daily life. We'll be releasing more of these chapters week by week, so stay tuned and enjoy :)
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