A.J. Jacobs, NY Times bestselling author, talks about living like a founding father, exploring the Constitution, pursuing happiness, and hosting 18th-century dinner parties for meaningful discussions. Reflects on historical figures like George Washington and the impact of digital culture on society. Insights on gratitude, punishment, and gun rights.
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Living like a founding father reveals insights on constitution's impact on daily life.
Adopting colonial mindset explores pursuit of happiness and interpretation of constitution.
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AJ Jacobs: Living Constitutionally for a Year
Bestselling author AJ Jacobs delved into the exploration of the US Constitution in his book 'The Year of Living Constitutionally.' By adopting the mindset of the Founding Fathers, Jacobs examined how the Constitution impacts daily life and reflects on the pursuit of a good life and happiness.
Founding Fathers' Political Parties and Open-Mindedness
The Founding Fathers had reservations about factions and political parties, aiming for flexibility and open-mindedness in political discourse. They valued an evolving mindset, with figures like James Madison demonstrating a willingness to change opinions, fostering a culture of intellectual adaptability.
Virtue, Responsibility, and Community in the Founding Era
The Founding Fathers prioritized virtues like public-mindedness, focusing on doing good for others and thinking beyond personal rights to consider communal responsibilities. Emphasizing duties to the community, they underscored the importance of sacrificing for the greater good and regulating emotions for societal well-being.
This week Scott is joined by NY Times bestselling author, A.J Jacobs, who spent a year living his life living like a founding father down to every single detail— quill pens and all. A.J. reveals what he learned using his adopted colonial mindset, how the constitution affects our lives as well as ways we can interpret it, and the best ways to pursue happiness.