Wallace J. Nichols

Julia Keller, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of 'Quitting: A Life Strategy', redefines quitting as a strategic choice rather than a failure. She shares insights on how precision quitting can lead to greater fulfillment. Wallace J. Nichols, a Senior Fellow at the Center for the Blue Economy, explores our deep connection to water, revealing how it fosters creativity and emotional well-being. Together, they discuss the empowering nature of quitting and the profound psychological benefits of being near water.

Wallace J. Nichols, a scientist, activist, and author of the bestselling book 'Blue Mind', discusses the transformative power of water on mental health. He contrasts 'blue mind', a serene state fostered by proximity to water, with 'red mind', characterized by stress and overstimulation. Nichols explores water's therapeutic benefits for anxiety and autism, and innovative practices like float therapy. He also highlights how marketers tap into emotional connections with water, while environmental groups often miss the opportunity to leverage this unique bond.