The Psychology Podcast
The Power of Wonder || Monica Parker
Oct 19, 2023
Monica Parker, founder of global human analytics and change consultancy HATCH, talks about the power of wonder in today's fast-paced world. She discusses her cycle of wonder framework, the importance of slowing down and pursuing meaningful exploration, and how wonder can make us more empathetic, resilient, and exuberant. They also touch on topics like personality, post-traumatic growth, mindfulness, and education.
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- Wonder allows us to slow down and notice the richness of life, leading to increased empathy, resilience, and exuberance.
- Cultivating wonder can enhance resilience, problem-solving abilities, and post-traumatic growth.
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The Power of Wonder: Exploring the Benefits of Curiosity and Presence
Monica Parker, founder of Global Human Analytics and Change Consultancy, discusses the power of wonder and its impact on our lives. She emphasizes that wonder allows us to slow down and notice the richness of life, leading to increased empathy, resilience, and exuberance. Parker introduces the cycles of wonder framework, which includes openness to experience, curiosity, absorption, and awe. She highlights the importance of deep curiosity and daydreaming in fostering wonder and suggests that a wonder-prone society would be more tolerant and open-minded. Parker also discusses the potential benefits of wonder in post-traumatic growth, mindfulness, and education.
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