What if the pursuit of happiness is making us miserable?On the podcast today to help us answer that question is Dr. Arthur Brooks. Arthur is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author known for his work on well-being, leadership, and human flourishing.&nbsp;His journey is anything but traditional—starting out as a professional musician before transitioning to academia, where he’s become a leading voice in the study of happiness… But as you’ll hear in this episode, the path of happiness might not be exactly what you think it is.Whether you’re a high performer seeking more fulfillment or simply looking to understand happiness from a deeper perspective, this conversation offers a powerful roadmap for living fully.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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 &lt;p&gt;What if the pursuit of happiness is making us miserable?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;On the podcast today to help us answer that question is Dr. Arthur Brooks. Arthur is a Harvard professor, social scientist, and bestselling author known for his work on well-being, leadership, and human flourishing.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;His journey is anything but traditional—starting out as a professional musician before transitioning to academia, where he’s become a leading voice in the study of happiness… But as you’ll hear in this episode, the path of happiness might not be exactly what you think it is.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re a high performer seeking more fulfillment or simply looking to understand happiness from a deeper perspective, this conversation offers a powerful roadmap for living fully.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;See Privacy Policy at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; and California Privacy Notice at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Harvard professor Arthur Brooks reveals the surprising keys to lasting happiness and how embracing life's struggles can lead to deeper meaning.

The Science of Happiness: Arthur Brooks on Building a Fulfilling Life

How do we navigate all the changes that come with radical growth – the fortunes, the fame, social challenges…all while staying true to ourselves?Today’s guest is Deryck Whibley, lead singer and guitarist for the iconic punk rock band Sum 41. Over two decades, Sum 41 has sold over 15 million records, earned Grammy nominations, and won numerous awards, including a Juno for Group of the Year. Known for hits like "Fat Lip," "In Too Deep," and "Still Waiting," Deryck and his band have defined punk rock for a generation, and sold out arenas around the world.&nbsp;Beyond the stage, Deryck’s journey has been marked by psychological and emotional battles that includes both addiction the road to recovery—chronicled in his new book, Walking Disaster: My Life Through Heaven and Hell.&nbsp;This is a special conversation – we dive deep into how he uses his mind to create and how he is navigating the challenges of creating his next chapter. We also get an insider look at the untold stories behind Sum 41’s rise to stardom and what it takes to push boundaries - in a punk rock way.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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 &lt;p&gt;How do we navigate all the changes that come with radical growth – the fortunes, the fame, social challenges…all while staying true to ourselves?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Today’s guest is Deryck Whibley, lead singer and guitarist for the iconic punk rock band &lt;em&gt;Sum 41&lt;/em&gt;. Over two decades, Sum 41 has sold over 15 million records, earned Grammy nominations, and won numerous awards, including a Juno for Group of the Year. Known for hits like "Fat Lip," "In Too Deep," and "Still Waiting," Deryck and his band have defined punk rock for a generation, and sold out arenas around the world.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Beyond the stage, Deryck’s journey has been marked by psychological and emotional battles that includes both addiction the road to recovery—chronicled in his new book, &lt;em&gt;Walking Disaster: My Life Through Heaven and Hell.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is a special conversation – we dive deep into how he uses his mind to create and how he is navigating the challenges of creating his next chapter. We also get an insider look at the untold stories behind Sum 41’s rise to stardom and what it takes to push boundaries - in a punk rock way.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;See Privacy Policy at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; and California Privacy Notice at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Join us as Deryck Whibley, lead singer of Sum 41, shares how he channeled adversity, addiction, and a punk rock spirit into a path of resilience, recovery, and creative purpose.

Lead Singer of Sum 41: Deryck Whibley on Conquering Addiction, Embracing Resilience, and Unlocking Creative Power

What makes rational people adopt irrational beliefs? And, what can we do to bridge the growing divide in society?Here to help us answer those questions is today’s guest, Dr. Dan Ariely. Dan is a renowned behavioral economist, Duke University professor, and author, known for his groundbreaking research on human decision-making, irrationality, and the psychology behind beliefs and behavior.&nbsp;I’ve admired Dan’s work for a long time – his insights into how stress, cognition, and social factors influence our beliefs have been groundbreaking. He’s the author of multiple best-selling books, including Predictably Irrational and his latest work, Misbelief – where he tackles how seemingly rational people come to believe in, and fiercely defend, things that just aren’t true.In today’s conversation, we dive deep into the psychology of belief and the importance of challenging our own assumptions. Dan shares the fascinating ways stress and cognitive biases can lead us down paths of misbelief, and how empathy and curiosity can help us bridge divides in this polarized world.&nbsp;Whether you’re interested in the intricacies of human psychology, the challenges of navigating modern-day stress, or simply want to learn how to better understand those around you, this episode is packed with insights that will make you think deeply about the world we live in. It may just change how you think about your own beliefs and rationality.See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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 &lt;p&gt;What makes rational people adopt irrational beliefs? And, what can we do to bridge the growing divide in society?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Here to help us answer those questions is today’s guest, Dr. Dan Ariely. Dan is a renowned behavioral economist, Duke University professor, and author, known for his groundbreaking research on human decision-making, irrationality, and the psychology behind beliefs and behavior.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I’ve admired Dan’s work for a long time – his insights into how stress, cognition, and social factors influence our beliefs have been groundbreaking. He’s the author of multiple best-selling books, including &lt;em&gt;Predictably Irrational&lt;/em&gt; and his latest work, &lt;em&gt;Misbelief&lt;/em&gt; – where he tackles how seemingly rational people come to believe in, and fiercely defend, things that just aren’t true.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In today’s conversation, we dive deep into the psychology of belief and the importance of challenging our own assumptions. Dan shares the fascinating ways stress and cognitive biases can lead us down paths of misbelief, and how empathy and curiosity can help us bridge divides in this polarized world.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Whether you’re interested in the intricacies of human psychology, the challenges of navigating modern-day stress, or simply want to learn how to better understand those around you, this episode is packed with insights that will make you think deeply about the world we live in. It may just change how you think about your own beliefs and rationality.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;See Privacy Policy at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; and California Privacy Notice at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Explore how Dan Ariely, a pioneer in behavioral economics, unpacks the psychology behind misbelief and offers powerful insights on how empathy and curiosity can bridge today’s divides.

Dan Ariely on the Psychology of Stress, Misinformation, and Misbelief

Wondering how to create time for your life priorities when it’s not part of your employer’s culture? Then this is the AMA for you.Back once again is my co-host O’Neil Cespedes, and in today’s conversation, we get into topics like:<ul><li>How to design your own life based on *your* priorities&nbsp;</li><li>Bridging the gap between who we were in our younger years and who we’re becoming.</li><li>The hidden dangers in giving – and asking for – advice.</li><li>How to fully experience the range of your emotions, from joy to sadness, without muting them.</li><li>The difference between “getting good” and “feeling good”&nbsp;</li><li>And so much more…</li></ul>And there’s a lot of fun stuff along the way – O’Neil uncovers a bit about my past, and I get a window on his obsession with anime.Thank you once again for challenging us with great questions -- keep them coming in!With Fire,MG, OC, and the FM Team-----WATCH this episode on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMastery" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our YouTube channel.</a>Connect with us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/findingmastery/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our Instagram.</a>Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery"&nbsp;<a href="http://findingmastery.com/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to&nbsp;<a href="http://findingmastery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">findingmastery.com</a>.To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts&nbsp;<a href="https://findingmastery.com/sponsors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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 &lt;p&gt;Wondering how to create time for your life priorities when it’s not part of your employer’s culture? Then this is the AMA for you.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Back once again is my co-host O’Neil Cespedes, and in today’s conversation, we get into topics like:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to design your own life based on *your* priorities&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bridging the gap between who we were in our younger years and who we’re becoming.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The hidden dangers in giving – and asking for – advice.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How to fully experience the range of your emotions, from joy to sadness, without muting them.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The difference between “getting good” and “feeling good”&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;And so much more…&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;And there’s a lot of fun stuff along the way – O’Neil uncovers a bit about my past, and I get a window on his obsession with anime.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Thank you once again for challenging us with great questions -- keep them coming in!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With Fire,&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;MG, OC, and the FM Team&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;-----&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;WATCH this episode on&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/FindingMastery" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;our YouTube channel.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with us on&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.instagram.com/findingmastery/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;our Instagram.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery"&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://findingmastery.com/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;HERE&lt;/a&gt;!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://findingmastery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;findingmastery.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://findingmastery.com/sponsors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;CLICK HERE&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;See Privacy Policy at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; and California Privacy Notice at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Dr. Michael Gervais and O’Neil Cespedes answer YOUR questions on designing a life based on your priorities, having emotional range, and the dangers in asking for advice in Volume 24 of our AMA series.

How To Live Life On Your Own Terms | AMA Vol. 24

Today’s episode is a special one. It wasn’t recorded in our studio, but live from Balboa Theater in San Diego for a <a href="https://livetalksla.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Live Talks LA</a> event, where I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with one of the most influential thinkers of our time: Malcolm Gladwell.This conversation was so much fun – we explored his writing process, the lessons he learned from his father about effort and resilience, and big questions about the future—like the real impact of AI and the time it takes to fully understand emerging technologies.&nbsp;We also dive into Malcolm’s latest book, Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering.&nbsp;This was one of those wonderfully refreshing conversations – I think you’ll be really surprised by where Malcolm and I go. It’s full of emotion, insight, and energy. I can’t wait for you to learn from Malcolm’s insights and the way he shapes his words and stories. You’re in for a real treat.With Fire,The FM Team-----Check out more from&nbsp;<a href="https://livetalksla.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Live Talks LA</a>Buy Malcolm's latest book&nbsp;<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Revenge-Tipping-Point-Overstories-Superspreaders/dp/0316575801/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9f3ITRQ9xTpTZo5FTrPIt3mmGtCeOHg9ft5-E0DUii-0lMSZ-g4jJSeQpWWP7oiiHvvIIvWWNXDzrL4hVrWKGbms6QLpu1yr_FArSkXHGd6HZ1Ed9_4g1EEyfbU7mA44Z5zMJTtpR-6pa9HiS_ge3UY2p1mScuO6TtZ7PhpIrE13ng08XrSWCPa3L6RMCdd5tLogynA6BEVz4P9ekAcf2OySSlXmG_M_FHS07uQhuTI.U8NWsIUDikubsz_QpaSN6Yqj0fFyKF0w_TUBUxSDTfA&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;hvadid=710075749400&amp;hvdev=c&amp;hvlocphy=9031300&amp;hvnetw=g&amp;hvqmt=e&amp;hvrand=4530360553022600141&amp;hvtargid=kwd-2337799290649&amp;hydadcr=21933_13324183&amp;keywords=the+revenge+of+the+tipping+point&amp;qid=1729635987&amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Revenge of the Tipping Point</a>Connect with us on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/findingmastery/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our Instagram.</a>Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery"&nbsp;<a href="http://findingmastery.com/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">HERE</a>!For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to&nbsp;<a href="http://findingmastery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">findingmastery.com</a>.To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts&nbsp;<a href="https://findingmastery.com/sponsors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.

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 &lt;p&gt;Today’s episode is a special one. It wasn’t recorded in our studio, but live from Balboa Theater in San Diego for a&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;&lt;a href="https://livetalksla.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;em&gt;Live Talks LA&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;event, where I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with one of the most influential thinkers of our time: Malcolm Gladwell.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This conversation was so much fun – we explored his writing process, the lessons he learned from his father about effort and resilience, and big questions about the future—like the real impact of AI and the time it takes to fully understand emerging technologies.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We also dive into Malcolm’s latest book, &lt;em&gt;Revenge of the Tipping Point: Overstories, Superspreaders, and the Rise of Social Engineering.&lt;/em&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This was one of those wonderfully refreshing conversations – I think you’ll be really surprised by where Malcolm and I go. It’s full of emotion, insight, and energy. I can’t wait for you to learn from Malcolm’s insights and the way he shapes his words and stories. You’re in for a real treat.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;With Fire,&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The FM Team&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;-----&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Check out more from&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://livetalksla.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Live Talks LA&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Buy Malcolm's latest book&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.amazon.com/Revenge-Tipping-Point-Overstories-Superspreaders/dp/0316575801/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.9f3ITRQ9xTpTZo5FTrPIt3mmGtCeOHg9ft5-E0DUii-0lMSZ-g4jJSeQpWWP7oiiHvvIIvWWNXDzrL4hVrWKGbms6QLpu1yr_FArSkXHGd6HZ1Ed9_4g1EEyfbU7mA44Z5zMJTtpR-6pa9HiS_ge3UY2p1mScuO6TtZ7PhpIrE13ng08XrSWCPa3L6RMCdd5tLogynA6BEVz4P9ekAcf2OySSlXmG_M_FHS07uQhuTI.U8NWsIUDikubsz_QpaSN6Yqj0fFyKF0w_TUBUxSDTfA&amp;amp;dib_tag=se&amp;amp;hvadid=710075749400&amp;amp;hvdev=c&amp;amp;hvlocphy=9031300&amp;amp;hvnetw=g&amp;amp;hvqmt=e&amp;amp;hvrand=4530360553022600141&amp;amp;hvtargid=kwd-2337799290649&amp;amp;hydadcr=21933_13324183&amp;amp;keywords=the+revenge+of+the+tipping+point&amp;amp;qid=1729635987&amp;amp;sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;Revenge of the Tipping Point&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with us on&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://www.instagram.com/findingmastery/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;our Instagram.&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Order my book, "The First Rule of Mastery"&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://findingmastery.com/book" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;HERE&lt;/a&gt;!&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;For more information and shownotes from every episode, head to&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="http://findingmastery.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;findingmastery.com&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;To check out our exclusive sponsor deals and discounts&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://findingmastery.com/sponsors" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;CLICK HERE&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;See Privacy Policy at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy&lt;/a&gt; and California Privacy Notice at &lt;a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;
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Explore how Malcolm Gladwell’s unplanned journey into writing led him to become one of the most influential thinkers of our time.

Malcolm Gladwell On Creativity, Failure, and the Revenge of the Tipping Point

Dive into the minds of the world’s greatest athletes, leaders, thinkers, and doers with Dr. Michael Gervais—a high performance psychologist and world-renowned expert on the relationship between high performance and the mind. Dr. Gervais’s client roster includes Super Bowl winning NFL teams, Fortune 50 CEOs, Olympic medalists, internationally acclaimed artists, and more.On Finding Mastery, Dr. Gervais sits down with the best at what they do, like David Goggins, Brene Brown, Toto Wolff, soccer legend Abby Wambach, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella — translating their life stories, mental skills, and personal practices into applicable tools you can use to unlock your potential.Walk with us to the edge of human possibility and learn what you are capable of. New episodes every Wednesday.

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