1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:03,520 Hey everyone, ready for a deep dive into something kind of amazing? 2 00:00:03,520 --> 00:00:05,760 I am always ready for a deep dive. 3 00:00:05,760 --> 00:00:08,000 Today, we're tackling awe. 4 00:00:08,000 --> 00:00:09,200 Ooh, I like it. 5 00:00:09,200 --> 00:00:09,800 Awe. 6 00:00:09,800 --> 00:00:13,360 A science behind it, how it can seriously upgrade your life, 7 00:00:13,360 --> 00:00:16,320 you know, add years, maybe dial down the stress. 8 00:00:16,320 --> 00:00:18,720 Sounds like a superpower waiting to be unlocked. 9 00:00:18,720 --> 00:00:19,800 Exactly. 10 00:00:19,800 --> 00:00:23,400 And to guide us, we're looking at an interview with Dr. Datcher Keltner, 11 00:00:23,400 --> 00:00:25,880 a big name in the world of human emotion. 12 00:00:25,880 --> 00:00:27,600 Oh yeah, I know his work. 13 00:00:27,600 --> 00:00:31,000 He was on the diary of a CEO YouTube channel. 14 00:00:31,000 --> 00:00:32,120 Some of it's good stuff in there. 15 00:00:32,120 --> 00:00:33,640 I bet, let's dive in. 16 00:00:33,640 --> 00:00:36,840 OK, first things first, what exactly is awe? 17 00:00:36,840 --> 00:00:41,560 Well, Keltner, he describes it as this encounter, right, 18 00:00:41,560 --> 00:00:44,120 with something so vast, so mysterious. 19 00:00:44,120 --> 00:00:45,200 Vast and mysterious. 20 00:00:45,200 --> 00:00:47,000 Yeah, it just shifts your whole perspective. 21 00:00:47,000 --> 00:00:51,520 That feeling of being humbled, amazed, maybe even a little mind blown. 22 00:00:51,520 --> 00:00:54,840 You're talking about being totally dwarfed by something much bigger than yourself. 23 00:00:54,840 --> 00:00:55,920 Yeah, exactly. 24 00:00:55,920 --> 00:01:00,280 OK, so like standing on a mountaintop, looking out at this vast landscape, right? 25 00:01:00,280 --> 00:01:02,720 Classic example, definitely a classic. 26 00:01:02,720 --> 00:01:06,760 But here's the thing, awe isn't just about those big landscapes 27 00:01:06,760 --> 00:01:08,800 or, you know, once in a lifetime events. 28 00:01:08,800 --> 00:01:11,640 Oh, so it's not all about these grand adventures. 29 00:01:11,640 --> 00:01:12,640 Nope. 30 00:01:12,640 --> 00:01:16,960 Keltner even shared a story about how a simple act of kindness on a train, 31 00:01:16,960 --> 00:01:19,800 just someone being kind, gave people chills. 32 00:01:19,800 --> 00:01:20,480 Chills. 33 00:01:20,480 --> 00:01:21,480 Chills, yeah. 34 00:01:21,480 --> 00:01:23,560 It's a physical response to awe. 35 00:01:23,560 --> 00:01:25,600 Wow, I never thought of it that way. 36 00:01:25,600 --> 00:01:27,320 It's like awe is hiding in plain sight. 37 00:01:27,320 --> 00:01:30,200 So you don't have to go on some crazy expedition to find it. 38 00:01:30,200 --> 00:01:31,200 Exactly. 39 00:01:31,200 --> 00:01:34,800 Think about like the last time you looked up at the night sky, 40 00:01:34,800 --> 00:01:35,800 all those stars. 41 00:01:35,800 --> 00:01:36,920 Oh, yeah. 42 00:01:36,920 --> 00:01:39,480 Or felt moved by a piece of music. 43 00:01:39,480 --> 00:01:41,480 Those everyday moments can be full of awe. 44 00:01:41,480 --> 00:01:45,160 It's about noticing, appreciating, being present. 45 00:01:45,160 --> 00:01:45,680 Totally. 46 00:01:45,680 --> 00:01:47,720 OK, I'm feeling a little more awe inspired already. 47 00:01:47,720 --> 00:01:51,120 But besides these good vibes, what does science say about awe? 48 00:01:51,120 --> 00:01:53,280 Oh, there's some cool stuff here. 49 00:01:53,280 --> 00:01:57,160 Studies show awe can reduce inflammation, lower stress levels. 50 00:01:57,160 --> 00:01:58,360 Inflammation, too. 51 00:01:58,360 --> 00:01:58,840 Yeah. 52 00:01:58,840 --> 00:02:02,320 It can improve your heart health, even increase something called vagal tone. 53 00:02:02,320 --> 00:02:03,320 Vagal tone. 54 00:02:03,320 --> 00:02:05,600 Which calms your whole system down. 55 00:02:05,600 --> 00:02:08,840 And some research even suggests it could help you live longer. 56 00:02:08,840 --> 00:02:11,640 Hold on, a longer A&D, happier life. 57 00:02:11,640 --> 00:02:12,760 That's a pretty good deal. 58 00:02:12,760 --> 00:02:13,120 Right. 59 00:02:13,120 --> 00:02:18,320 But do you have to constantly be having these massive awe moments to get the benefits? 60 00:02:18,320 --> 00:02:18,960 Not at all. 61 00:02:18,960 --> 00:02:19,440 Yeah. 62 00:02:19,440 --> 00:02:25,240 Kellner talks about this study where they just added awe walks to the routines of people 75 and older. 63 00:02:25,240 --> 00:02:26,040 Awe walks. 64 00:02:26,040 --> 00:02:27,400 OK, what are we talking about here? 65 00:02:27,400 --> 00:02:32,440 Just asking them to notice things during their walks that inspired a sense of wonder. 66 00:02:32,440 --> 00:02:34,800 Like soaking in the beauty, the little details. 67 00:02:34,800 --> 00:02:35,440 Exactly. 68 00:02:35,440 --> 00:02:36,440 Soaking it all in. 69 00:02:36,440 --> 00:02:37,840 And guess what? 70 00:02:37,840 --> 00:02:40,920 These walks significantly improve their well-being. 71 00:02:40,920 --> 00:02:44,640 Less distress, less pain, and way more joy. 72 00:02:44,640 --> 00:02:48,000 So even small, regular doses of awe can have a big impact? 73 00:02:48,000 --> 00:02:48,680 Absolutely. 74 00:02:48,680 --> 00:02:50,320 It's not about climbing Everest every day. 75 00:02:50,320 --> 00:02:50,600 Nope. 76 00:02:50,600 --> 00:02:53,920 It's about finding awe in the everyday, making it a habit. 77 00:02:53,920 --> 00:02:54,680 I like that. 78 00:02:54,680 --> 00:02:56,040 A habit of awe. 79 00:02:56,040 --> 00:03:01,000 But it makes you wonder, why do we even experience awe in the first place? 80 00:03:01,000 --> 00:03:03,120 What's the evolutionary purpose? 81 00:03:03,120 --> 00:03:04,200 That's a great question. 82 00:03:04,200 --> 00:03:07,160 And it gets into some fascinating shifts in how we understand evolution. 83 00:03:07,160 --> 00:03:10,280 Remember that whole idea of selfish genes? 84 00:03:10,280 --> 00:03:12,560 Oh yeah, the whole survival of the fittest thing. 85 00:03:12,560 --> 00:03:17,920 Yeah, like everything we do is just about individual survival, passing on our genes. 86 00:03:17,920 --> 00:03:24,960 But now there's this growing understanding of how important cooperation is and collective well-being. 87 00:03:24,960 --> 00:03:29,320 So we're wired not just to survive on our own, but to thrive together. 88 00:03:29,320 --> 00:03:29,920 Exactly. 89 00:03:29,920 --> 00:03:31,320 OK, that's kind of hurtwarming. 90 00:03:31,320 --> 00:03:31,640 Right. 91 00:03:31,640 --> 00:03:33,760 And awe seems to play a big role in that. 92 00:03:33,760 --> 00:03:38,680 It fosters that connection, that feeling of belonging to something bigger than ourselves. 93 00:03:38,680 --> 00:03:41,600 It's like when we experience awe, we're humbled. 94 00:03:41,600 --> 00:03:44,360 We see our place in the grand scheme of things. 95 00:03:44,360 --> 00:03:46,440 We let go of our ego a little bit. 96 00:03:46,440 --> 00:03:47,240 It's a powerful thing. 97 00:03:47,240 --> 00:03:51,480 So in a world that can often feel so isolating and individualistic, 98 00:03:51,480 --> 00:03:54,720 awe is a reminder that we're part of a collective. 99 00:03:54,720 --> 00:03:57,240 Exactly, like a reset button on our perspective. 100 00:03:57,240 --> 00:03:58,320 I like that. 101 00:03:58,320 --> 00:04:01,840 But I know Keltner also talks about some tougher aspects of human behavior, 102 00:04:01,840 --> 00:04:03,440 like this power paradox thing. 103 00:04:03,440 --> 00:04:04,640 What's that all about? 104 00:04:04,640 --> 00:04:06,520 This is where things get really interesting. 105 00:04:06,520 --> 00:04:11,960 So Keltner's research looked at social class and pro-social behaviors. 106 00:04:11,960 --> 00:04:15,080 Yeah, things like compassion, empathy, helping others. 107 00:04:15,080 --> 00:04:19,320 And what they found was, in some cases, people with higher social class 108 00:04:19,320 --> 00:04:21,560 actually showed less of those qualities. 109 00:04:21,560 --> 00:04:25,440 Wait, so the people with more are less likely to care about others. 110 00:04:25,440 --> 00:04:27,200 How does that work? 111 00:04:27,200 --> 00:04:30,720 It's complicated, but Keltner calls it the power paradox. 112 00:04:30,720 --> 00:04:31,800 The power paradox. 113 00:04:31,800 --> 00:04:35,840 While empathy and kindness might help us climb the social ladder, 114 00:04:35,840 --> 00:04:39,360 once we get to the top, those qualities can actually erode. 115 00:04:39,360 --> 00:04:43,240 Like, we forget how to connect with people who are struggling. 116 00:04:43,240 --> 00:04:45,680 Almost like using compassion to climb the ladder 117 00:04:45,680 --> 00:04:47,880 and then kicking it down once you're at the top. 118 00:04:47,880 --> 00:04:49,960 Yeah, it's a powerful image. 119 00:04:49,960 --> 00:04:51,680 And unfortunately, it's often true. 120 00:04:51,680 --> 00:04:55,320 So it's not just about demonizing wealthy people. 121 00:04:55,320 --> 00:04:57,360 No, no, it's more nuanced than that. 122 00:04:57,360 --> 00:05:00,720 Keltner points to the structure of privilege itself. 123 00:05:00,720 --> 00:05:03,960 If you're constantly surrounded by comfort and abundance, 124 00:05:03,960 --> 00:05:05,520 it's easy to get detached. 125 00:05:05,520 --> 00:05:07,160 Detached from the struggles of others. 126 00:05:07,160 --> 00:05:08,600 Yeah, like living in a bubble. 127 00:05:08,600 --> 00:05:10,320 And that bubble can be hard to pop. 128 00:05:10,320 --> 00:05:12,040 Even for people with good intentions. 129 00:05:12,040 --> 00:05:13,680 Even then, it's tough. 130 00:05:13,680 --> 00:05:17,760 OK, but if awe can help us feel connected to something bigger, 131 00:05:17,760 --> 00:05:20,920 could it be the antidirt to this power paradox? 132 00:05:20,920 --> 00:05:23,320 Now, that's a question worth exploring. 133 00:05:23,320 --> 00:05:26,200 Could awe be the key to breaking that cycle? 134 00:05:26,200 --> 00:05:27,520 It makes you think. 135 00:05:27,520 --> 00:05:29,840 I also know Keltner talked about the power of touch. 136 00:05:29,840 --> 00:05:31,760 Ah, yes, touch. 137 00:05:31,760 --> 00:05:34,560 Often overlooked, but crucial for well-being. 138 00:05:34,560 --> 00:05:37,000 He draws from research on permise, you know, 139 00:05:37,000 --> 00:05:40,440 Harlow's monkey studies, even the impact of touch in classrooms. 140 00:05:40,440 --> 00:05:42,040 So it's not just about hugs. 141 00:05:42,040 --> 00:05:43,080 Hugs are great. 142 00:05:43,080 --> 00:05:44,640 But it's also about the simple stuff. 143 00:05:44,640 --> 00:05:47,920 A pat on the back, a handshake, even just holding hands. 144 00:05:47,920 --> 00:05:49,800 What makes touch so powerful? 145 00:05:49,800 --> 00:05:52,120 Well, it releases oxytocin, the cuttle hormone. 146 00:05:52,120 --> 00:05:52,760 Oh, it makes sense. 147 00:05:52,760 --> 00:05:56,080 Promotes bonding, trust, but it goes beyond that. 148 00:05:56,080 --> 00:05:59,360 Touch can calm your nervous system, boost your immune system, 149 00:05:59,360 --> 00:06:00,520 even reduce pain. 150 00:06:00,520 --> 00:06:01,040 Wow. 151 00:06:01,040 --> 00:06:03,720 Keltner even mentioned how a pat on the back in a classroom 152 00:06:03,720 --> 00:06:06,040 made kids more likely to try harder problems. 153 00:06:06,040 --> 00:06:07,120 It's amazing. 154 00:06:07,120 --> 00:06:10,440 Touch communicates care and support in a way words can't. 155 00:06:10,440 --> 00:06:12,640 But haven't we become a bit touch-averse? 156 00:06:12,640 --> 00:06:14,800 All this emphasis on personal space. 157 00:06:14,800 --> 00:06:15,680 That's a good point. 158 00:06:15,680 --> 00:06:17,720 Boundaries are important, but Keltner 159 00:06:17,720 --> 00:06:21,160 argues that maybe we've gone too far in the other direction. 160 00:06:21,160 --> 00:06:24,320 So we need to reevaluate our attitudes towards touch. 161 00:06:24,320 --> 00:06:25,400 Exactly. 162 00:06:25,400 --> 00:06:30,240 See how incorporating more non-sexual friendly touch 163 00:06:30,240 --> 00:06:31,800 could actually be beneficial. 164 00:06:31,800 --> 00:06:33,320 I can already hear some listeners saying, 165 00:06:33,320 --> 00:06:34,800 hold on, I'm not a hugger. 166 00:06:34,800 --> 00:06:35,320 Right. 167 00:06:35,320 --> 00:06:37,520 But it's not about forcing anything uncomfortable. 168 00:06:37,520 --> 00:06:38,080 Exactly. 169 00:06:38,080 --> 00:06:41,720 It's about finding what feels authentic for you. 170 00:06:41,720 --> 00:06:42,960 Touch as a language. 171 00:06:42,960 --> 00:06:44,200 A language of connection. 172 00:06:44,200 --> 00:06:48,200 OK, so boost happiness, improve health, strengthen bonds. 173 00:06:48,200 --> 00:06:50,160 Maybe we should all get a little more touchy-feely. 174 00:06:50,160 --> 00:06:52,120 In a respectful way, of course. 175 00:06:52,120 --> 00:06:53,560 But there's another piece Keltner 176 00:06:53,560 --> 00:06:56,520 highlights, the ripple effect of our actions. 177 00:06:56,520 --> 00:06:57,000 Oh, yeah. 178 00:06:57,000 --> 00:06:58,960 The classic pay it forward concept. 179 00:06:58,960 --> 00:06:59,480 Right. 180 00:06:59,480 --> 00:07:02,880 He talks about kindness, compassion, gratitude. 181 00:07:02,880 --> 00:07:04,640 We've all heard those feel good stories 182 00:07:04,640 --> 00:07:07,760 about random acts of kindness creating chains of generosity. 183 00:07:07,760 --> 00:07:08,240 Right. 184 00:07:08,240 --> 00:07:10,240 But is there science to back that up? 185 00:07:10,240 --> 00:07:11,240 There is. 186 00:07:11,240 --> 00:07:13,440 Research actually shows these positive behaviors 187 00:07:13,440 --> 00:07:15,200 can spread through social networks. 188 00:07:15,200 --> 00:07:18,480 So witnessing acts of kindness makes us more likely to do 189 00:07:18,480 --> 00:07:19,200 the same. 190 00:07:19,200 --> 00:07:19,680 Exactly. 191 00:07:19,680 --> 00:07:21,080 It's like a positive feedback loop. 192 00:07:21,080 --> 00:07:22,760 Kindness breeds more kindness. 193 00:07:22,760 --> 00:07:24,160 I love that. 194 00:07:24,160 --> 00:07:26,600 And on the flip side, the same can 195 00:07:26,600 --> 00:07:29,840 be said for less desirable behaviors. 196 00:07:29,840 --> 00:07:32,240 Keltner even talks about the science of gossip. 197 00:07:32,240 --> 00:07:33,400 Wait, gossip? 198 00:07:33,400 --> 00:07:34,120 Yeah. 199 00:07:34,120 --> 00:07:35,760 While it can be negative, it also 200 00:07:35,760 --> 00:07:37,680 serves as a form of community regulation. 201 00:07:37,680 --> 00:07:38,040 Hold on. 202 00:07:38,040 --> 00:07:40,320 You're saying gossip isn't always a bad thing. 203 00:07:40,320 --> 00:07:41,720 Not necessarily. 204 00:07:41,720 --> 00:07:43,240 Think of it as spreading information 205 00:07:43,240 --> 00:07:45,360 about behavior good and bad. 206 00:07:45,360 --> 00:07:46,960 Like a way to hold people accountable. 207 00:07:46,960 --> 00:07:47,680 Exactly. 208 00:07:47,680 --> 00:07:50,320 So gossip is like a social immune system. 209 00:07:50,320 --> 00:07:52,040 Identifying threats. 210 00:07:52,040 --> 00:07:52,800 I like that. 211 00:07:52,800 --> 00:07:54,800 And this all ties into karma. 212 00:07:54,800 --> 00:07:58,200 Not some mystical force, but the way we treat others 213 00:07:58,200 --> 00:07:59,240 does have consequences. 214 00:07:59,240 --> 00:08:00,440 That goes around, comes around. 215 00:08:00,440 --> 00:08:01,480 In a sense, yeah. 216 00:08:01,480 --> 00:08:02,800 Our actions create ripples. 217 00:08:02,800 --> 00:08:03,760 It's all connected. 218 00:08:03,760 --> 00:08:05,360 Wow, we've covered so much already. 219 00:08:05,360 --> 00:08:07,920 Ah, the benefits, its evolutionary roots, 220 00:08:07,920 --> 00:08:10,000 even that power paradox thing. 221 00:08:10,000 --> 00:08:14,080 We talk touch, compassion, even gossip. 222 00:08:14,080 --> 00:08:15,160 It's a lot to process. 223 00:08:15,160 --> 00:08:15,840 It is. 224 00:08:15,840 --> 00:08:17,800 But it all points to this idea. 225 00:08:17,800 --> 00:08:19,560 Happiness and meaning aren't just 226 00:08:19,560 --> 00:08:20,760 about what we do for ourselves. 227 00:08:20,760 --> 00:08:23,120 It's about how we connect with something larger. 228 00:08:23,120 --> 00:08:26,400 Nature, community, humanity, you name it. 229 00:08:26,400 --> 00:08:28,240 And that's where we'll pick up in part two. 230 00:08:28,240 --> 00:08:29,200 See, too. 231 00:08:29,200 --> 00:08:30,640 We'll delve into some practical tips 232 00:08:30,640 --> 00:08:33,360 for cultivating more awe, compassion, and connection. 233 00:08:33,360 --> 00:08:34,760 There's so much more to uncover. 234 00:08:34,760 --> 00:08:35,840 Can't wait. 235 00:08:35,840 --> 00:08:38,640 So as we were talking about that power paradox, 236 00:08:38,640 --> 00:08:42,480 how wealth can sometimes chip away at compassion, 237 00:08:42,480 --> 00:08:45,600 it got me thinking about something else Keltner brought up, 238 00:08:45,600 --> 00:08:49,240 that decline in life expectancy in some parts of the world. 239 00:08:49,240 --> 00:08:50,240 Yeah, heavy stuff. 240 00:08:50,240 --> 00:08:51,720 There's a connection there, for sure. 241 00:08:51,720 --> 00:08:54,960 He talked about deaths of despair, a big factor, 242 00:08:54,960 --> 00:08:57,920 especially in those impoverished communities, 243 00:08:57,920 --> 00:09:00,840 rising rates of suicide, drug addiction, 244 00:09:00,840 --> 00:09:03,480 this sense of, I don't know, like, purposelessness. 245 00:09:03,480 --> 00:09:04,840 It's heartbreaking. 246 00:09:04,840 --> 00:09:07,360 And it makes you wonder, is it a lack of connection, 247 00:09:07,360 --> 00:09:09,720 that feeling of isolation we were talking about? 248 00:09:09,720 --> 00:09:11,760 It's like all the things we've been exploring, 249 00:09:11,760 --> 00:09:14,760 awe, compassion, gratitude, touch. 250 00:09:14,760 --> 00:09:16,040 The missing ingredients. 251 00:09:16,040 --> 00:09:18,760 Yeah, the things that bring meaning and connection, 252 00:09:18,760 --> 00:09:20,000 they're just absent. 253 00:09:20,000 --> 00:09:22,240 Makes you think, could cultivating 254 00:09:22,240 --> 00:09:25,360 those positive emotions, especially awe, 255 00:09:25,360 --> 00:09:26,760 be part of the solution? 256 00:09:26,760 --> 00:09:28,800 It's like that study with the awoks, 257 00:09:28,800 --> 00:09:31,360 just adding that to the routine of older adults 258 00:09:31,360 --> 00:09:33,920 and boom, huge improvements. 259 00:09:33,920 --> 00:09:35,440 What if something that simple, 260 00:09:35,440 --> 00:09:37,960 just encouraging people to look for awe, 261 00:09:37,960 --> 00:09:39,720 could make a difference in those communities 262 00:09:39,720 --> 00:09:41,200 struggling with despair? 263 00:09:41,200 --> 00:09:42,920 It's worth exploring, right? 264 00:09:42,920 --> 00:09:45,320 If awe can help us shift our focus, 265 00:09:45,320 --> 00:09:47,720 see ourselves as part of something bigger. 266 00:09:47,720 --> 00:09:48,960 A sense of belonging. 267 00:09:48,960 --> 00:09:49,920 Exactly. 268 00:09:49,920 --> 00:09:52,840 Maybe that can combat those feelings of despair and isolation. 269 00:09:52,840 --> 00:09:55,440 And maybe it's not just about individual well-being, 270 00:09:55,440 --> 00:09:57,920 maybe awe can inspire action. 271 00:09:57,920 --> 00:10:00,360 You know, create a more just world for everyone. 272 00:10:00,360 --> 00:10:01,200 Absolutely. 273 00:10:01,200 --> 00:10:04,400 Harnessing the power of awe for social change movements. 274 00:10:04,400 --> 00:10:08,000 To tackle climate change, poverty, inequality. 275 00:10:08,000 --> 00:10:08,840 Wow. 276 00:10:08,840 --> 00:10:10,040 Gives me chills just thinking about it. 277 00:10:10,040 --> 00:10:10,880 Me too. 278 00:10:10,880 --> 00:10:13,040 And it connects back to what you said about young people today. 279 00:10:13,040 --> 00:10:15,640 All that passion for changing the world. 280 00:10:15,640 --> 00:10:16,880 Maybe they're onto something. 281 00:10:16,880 --> 00:10:18,960 Maybe they're tapping into that human need 282 00:10:18,960 --> 00:10:21,000 for meaning, for purpose, 283 00:10:21,000 --> 00:10:23,280 and awe can help fulfill that. 284 00:10:23,280 --> 00:10:24,360 That's hopeful, isn't it? 285 00:10:24,360 --> 00:10:25,200 It is. 286 00:10:25,200 --> 00:10:26,720 But how do we put this into practice? 287 00:10:26,720 --> 00:10:30,800 How do we cultivate more awe in our lives and in the world? 288 00:10:30,800 --> 00:10:32,760 Well, Kelner offers some wisdom, 289 00:10:32,760 --> 00:10:36,720 creating systems for gratitude, kindness, touch, 290 00:10:36,720 --> 00:10:39,560 weaving them into our lives, you know, intentionally. 291 00:10:39,560 --> 00:10:42,040 Like that gratitude chat we implemented in our company. 292 00:10:42,040 --> 00:10:42,920 Exactly. 293 00:10:42,920 --> 00:10:45,240 Creating that space for appreciation. 294 00:10:45,240 --> 00:10:46,720 It sparked a ripple effect. 295 00:10:46,720 --> 00:10:47,680 Totally. 296 00:10:47,680 --> 00:10:48,600 Game changer. 297 00:10:48,600 --> 00:10:51,640 It's amazing how something so simple can be so powerful. 298 00:10:51,640 --> 00:10:52,480 Right. 299 00:10:52,480 --> 00:10:53,320 It's a good reminder. 300 00:10:53,320 --> 00:10:54,960 We don't have to wait for those grand moments. 301 00:10:54,960 --> 00:10:58,320 We can create opportunities for awe in our routines, 302 00:10:58,320 --> 00:10:59,400 our interactions. 303 00:10:59,400 --> 00:11:01,920 So instead of just hoping to stumble upon awe, 304 00:11:01,920 --> 00:11:03,360 we can be proactive. 305 00:11:03,360 --> 00:11:04,320 Yes. 306 00:11:04,320 --> 00:11:06,920 Kelner suggests things like those awawks, 307 00:11:06,920 --> 00:11:08,720 spending time in nature, 308 00:11:08,720 --> 00:11:10,880 listening to music that moves you, 309 00:11:10,880 --> 00:11:12,280 immersing yourself in art. 310 00:11:12,280 --> 00:11:13,240 Soaking it all in. 311 00:11:13,240 --> 00:11:14,080 Exactly. 312 00:11:14,080 --> 00:11:15,760 And it's not just external experiences, right? 313 00:11:15,760 --> 00:11:16,600 Oh, right. 314 00:11:16,600 --> 00:11:17,920 What about internally? 315 00:11:17,920 --> 00:11:20,520 We can cultivate awe internally too, 316 00:11:20,520 --> 00:11:22,720 reflecting on big ideas, 317 00:11:22,720 --> 00:11:24,600 contemplating the universe, 318 00:11:24,600 --> 00:11:26,560 exploring those mysteries of life. 319 00:11:26,560 --> 00:11:28,240 Nurturing that sense of wonder. 320 00:11:28,240 --> 00:11:29,080 Yes. 321 00:11:29,080 --> 00:11:30,880 That childlike curiosity. 322 00:11:30,880 --> 00:11:32,800 Remembering there's always more to discover. 323 00:11:32,800 --> 00:11:33,640 I love that. 324 00:11:33,640 --> 00:11:35,600 And you know, Kelner really emphasized touch, 325 00:11:35,600 --> 00:11:37,680 challenged those cultural norms. 326 00:11:37,680 --> 00:11:38,520 Right. 327 00:11:38,520 --> 00:11:42,200 He made such a strong peace for the benefits of touch, 328 00:11:42,200 --> 00:11:43,840 physical and social. 329 00:11:43,840 --> 00:11:45,760 And like we said, it's not just about hugs. 330 00:11:45,760 --> 00:11:48,960 It can be as simple as a pat on the back, holding hands. 331 00:11:48,960 --> 00:11:52,280 Just those small, genuine ways to connect. 332 00:11:52,280 --> 00:11:53,360 And these connections, 333 00:11:53,360 --> 00:11:56,160 they're not just extras. 334 00:11:56,160 --> 00:11:57,080 That's fundamental. 335 00:11:57,080 --> 00:12:00,120 To our well-being, individually and collectively. 336 00:12:00,120 --> 00:12:02,680 It makes you think about how we design our society 337 00:12:02,680 --> 00:12:04,000 as our workplaces. 338 00:12:04,000 --> 00:12:05,960 Are we creating environments 339 00:12:05,960 --> 00:12:09,000 that foster those connections, those positive motions? 340 00:12:09,000 --> 00:12:10,160 That's the question, isn't it? 341 00:12:10,160 --> 00:12:11,800 If we want people to thrive, 342 00:12:11,800 --> 00:12:14,080 if we wanna see that life expectancy increase, 343 00:12:14,080 --> 00:12:15,640 despair turn into hope. 344 00:12:15,640 --> 00:12:18,040 We have to prioritize connection 345 00:12:18,040 --> 00:12:19,320 in every aspect of life. 346 00:12:19,320 --> 00:12:20,800 It feels like a turning point. 347 00:12:20,800 --> 00:12:22,360 The old models of happiness, 348 00:12:22,360 --> 00:12:25,280 all that focus on individual achievement, material wealth. 349 00:12:25,280 --> 00:12:26,200 It's not enough. 350 00:12:26,200 --> 00:12:27,280 Not anymore. 351 00:12:27,280 --> 00:12:29,720 But the good news is, we have the science now. 352 00:12:29,720 --> 00:12:31,120 We know what makes us thrive. 353 00:12:31,120 --> 00:12:32,240 You just have to act on it. 354 00:12:32,240 --> 00:12:34,840 It's like we're being called to re-wild ourselves, 355 00:12:34,840 --> 00:12:36,920 rediscover those human capacities 356 00:12:36,920 --> 00:12:39,560 for awe, compassion, connection. 357 00:12:39,560 --> 00:12:41,080 Beautiful way to put it. 358 00:12:41,080 --> 00:12:42,600 And it starts with small steps. 359 00:12:42,600 --> 00:12:46,120 Taking an awak, expressing gratitude, 360 00:12:46,120 --> 00:12:49,360 reaching out to someone who's lonely, helping out. 361 00:12:49,360 --> 00:12:50,200 Exactly. 362 00:12:50,200 --> 00:12:52,720 Remembering we're not just isolated individuals. 363 00:12:52,720 --> 00:12:54,880 We're part of something much bigger. 364 00:12:54,880 --> 00:12:56,880 A web of life. 365 00:12:56,880 --> 00:12:59,120 Our actions create ripples. 366 00:12:59,120 --> 00:13:01,960 And like Keltner says, karma's a real thing. 367 00:13:01,960 --> 00:13:03,840 How we treat each other matters. 368 00:13:03,840 --> 00:13:06,680 It matters for us, for our planet. 369 00:13:06,680 --> 00:13:07,920 It matters for everything. 370 00:13:07,920 --> 00:13:10,160 This whole conversation has been eye-opening. 371 00:13:10,160 --> 00:13:11,000 Me too. 372 00:13:11,000 --> 00:13:11,960 It really makes you think. 373 00:13:11,960 --> 00:13:13,640 I feel like I have a new understanding 374 00:13:13,640 --> 00:13:16,440 of what it means to live a truly meaningful life. 375 00:13:16,440 --> 00:13:17,560 I'm with you on that. 376 00:13:17,560 --> 00:13:19,360 And you know, we're not done yet. 377 00:13:19,360 --> 00:13:21,680 Part three, we'll dig into some more specific strategies 378 00:13:21,680 --> 00:13:22,680 for cultivating awe. 379 00:13:22,680 --> 00:13:24,840 Bringing more of it into our lives and into the world. 380 00:13:24,840 --> 00:13:25,680 Day two. 381 00:13:25,680 --> 00:13:27,680 All right, welcome back to our awe adventure. 382 00:13:27,680 --> 00:13:28,560 Part three. 383 00:13:28,560 --> 00:13:31,040 We've gone deep on the science, the benefits, 384 00:13:31,040 --> 00:13:34,080 even how awe might reshape, well, everything. 385 00:13:34,080 --> 00:13:35,320 We have covered some ground. 386 00:13:35,320 --> 00:13:36,440 But let's get practical. 387 00:13:36,440 --> 00:13:39,200 How do we actually bring more awe into our daily lives? 388 00:13:39,200 --> 00:13:40,400 A million dollar question, right? 389 00:13:40,400 --> 00:13:41,160 Right, right. 390 00:13:41,160 --> 00:13:42,560 Where do we even start? 391 00:13:42,560 --> 00:13:45,360 Well, Keltner, he suggests something, you know, 392 00:13:45,360 --> 00:13:47,640 kind of simple but really powerful. 393 00:13:47,640 --> 00:13:49,960 Cultivating that sense of wonder 394 00:13:49,960 --> 00:13:52,440 about the ordinary world around us. 395 00:13:52,440 --> 00:13:54,480 Seeing things with new eyes. 396 00:13:54,480 --> 00:13:56,960 Like rediscovering that childlike curiosity 397 00:13:56,960 --> 00:13:57,800 we talked about? 398 00:13:57,800 --> 00:13:58,620 Exactly. 399 00:13:58,620 --> 00:14:00,680 Remember he emphasized literally looking up 400 00:14:00,680 --> 00:14:01,760 at the sky more often. 401 00:14:01,760 --> 00:14:02,760 Oh yeah. 402 00:14:02,760 --> 00:14:05,000 How many of us walk around glued to our phones? 403 00:14:05,000 --> 00:14:05,840 Guilty. 404 00:14:05,840 --> 00:14:07,160 Missing all that beauty above us. 405 00:14:07,160 --> 00:14:08,080 It's true. 406 00:14:08,080 --> 00:14:10,560 But it makes me think about how awe, you know, 407 00:14:10,560 --> 00:14:12,800 connects us to something bigger, like we were saying. 408 00:14:12,800 --> 00:14:15,200 That sense of connection, it's so important. 409 00:14:15,200 --> 00:14:17,560 Combat's loneliness reduces stress. 410 00:14:17,560 --> 00:14:19,280 It doesn't boost the immune system, right? 411 00:14:19,280 --> 00:14:20,120 Exactly. 412 00:14:20,120 --> 00:14:22,440 So if you're feeling lost, disconnected, 413 00:14:22,440 --> 00:14:24,680 maybe we need to remember to look up, 414 00:14:24,680 --> 00:14:26,520 literally and figuratively. 415 00:14:26,520 --> 00:14:27,440 I love that. 416 00:14:27,440 --> 00:14:29,000 Expanding our awareness. 417 00:14:29,000 --> 00:14:30,320 Shifting our perspective. 418 00:14:30,320 --> 00:14:32,200 Remembering we're part of something bigger 419 00:14:32,200 --> 00:14:33,720 than our daily grind. 420 00:14:33,720 --> 00:14:34,720 Exactly. 421 00:14:34,720 --> 00:14:37,240 Keltner also talks about seeking awe in nature. 422 00:14:37,240 --> 00:14:38,560 Oh yeah, big nature guy. 423 00:14:38,560 --> 00:14:42,640 Spending time outdoors, hiking, strolling through a park, 424 00:14:42,640 --> 00:14:43,880 even just sitting under a tree. 425 00:14:43,880 --> 00:14:44,960 There's that research, right, 426 00:14:44,960 --> 00:14:47,400 about nature-rebucing stress, improving mood. 427 00:14:47,400 --> 00:14:48,240 Tons of it. 428 00:14:48,240 --> 00:14:50,080 But what if you're stuck in the city? 429 00:14:50,080 --> 00:14:53,480 All concrete and skyscrapers, are you just out of look? 430 00:14:53,480 --> 00:14:54,560 Not at all. 431 00:14:54,560 --> 00:14:57,120 Even small doses of nature can help. 432 00:14:57,120 --> 00:14:59,120 House plants, a rooftop garden, 433 00:14:59,120 --> 00:15:00,880 even just looking at pictures of nature. 434 00:15:00,880 --> 00:15:02,640 You're creative, bring those elements in. 435 00:15:02,640 --> 00:15:05,920 Right, and remember, awe isn't just visual. 436 00:15:05,920 --> 00:15:07,400 Oh, right, what else? 437 00:15:07,400 --> 00:15:11,040 Think music, art, literature, even scientific discoveries, 438 00:15:11,040 --> 00:15:13,080 anything that sparks that sense of wonder. 439 00:15:13,080 --> 00:15:14,280 Oh, absolutely. 440 00:15:14,280 --> 00:15:17,000 Listening to a piece of music that just moves you, 441 00:15:17,000 --> 00:15:19,920 or a book that blows your mind, those are awe-inspiring. 442 00:15:19,920 --> 00:15:20,760 They are. 443 00:15:20,760 --> 00:15:24,200 Actively seeking out those experiences that expand us. 444 00:15:24,200 --> 00:15:25,200 Challenge our assumptions. 445 00:15:25,200 --> 00:15:27,320 Yeah, connect us to something larger. 446 00:15:27,320 --> 00:15:28,800 And like we talked about before, 447 00:15:28,800 --> 00:15:30,960 awe isn't just about personal growth. 448 00:15:30,960 --> 00:15:33,080 It can inspire us to actually do something, 449 00:15:33,080 --> 00:15:34,040 make a difference. 450 00:15:34,040 --> 00:15:36,320 Right, Keltner talked about shifting our focus 451 00:15:36,320 --> 00:15:39,840 from self-interest to the well-being of everyone. 452 00:15:39,840 --> 00:15:42,880 Working for social justice, protecting the environment. 453 00:15:42,880 --> 00:15:44,720 Creating a more compassionate world. 454 00:15:44,720 --> 00:15:47,440 It's like awe gives us a glimpse of our interconnectedness, 455 00:15:47,440 --> 00:15:51,080 and then boom, inspires us to act for the greater good. 456 00:15:51,080 --> 00:15:51,720 I love that. 457 00:15:51,720 --> 00:15:53,880 Such a powerful message, especially now. 458 00:15:53,880 --> 00:15:54,760 Especially now. 459 00:15:54,760 --> 00:15:55,960 We're facing what? 460 00:15:55,960 --> 00:15:58,080 Climate change, social divisions. 461 00:15:58,080 --> 00:16:00,680 It's easy to feel overwhelmed, powerless. 462 00:16:00,680 --> 00:16:01,840 It is. 463 00:16:01,840 --> 00:16:06,040 But what if, instead of despair, we tapped into awe 464 00:16:06,040 --> 00:16:07,640 to fuel a movement? 465 00:16:07,640 --> 00:16:08,480 Awe as fuel. 466 00:16:08,480 --> 00:16:09,640 For positive change. 467 00:16:09,640 --> 00:16:12,360 It's like we all have that little spark of awe inside 468 00:16:12,360 --> 00:16:13,280 and together. 469 00:16:13,280 --> 00:16:14,960 We could ignite something incredible. 470 00:16:14,960 --> 00:16:17,800 This deep dive, it's been truly amazing. 471 00:16:17,800 --> 00:16:18,480 I agree. 472 00:16:18,480 --> 00:16:21,560 We explored the science, the benefits, the potential of awe 473 00:16:21,560 --> 00:16:22,680 to change everything. 474 00:16:22,680 --> 00:16:23,240 We'd get it. 475 00:16:23,240 --> 00:16:26,440 And it's not just a fleeting emotion. 476 00:16:26,440 --> 00:16:29,880 It's a way of being, a practice, a way of seeing the world. 477 00:16:29,880 --> 00:16:31,680 It can bring so much meaning and purpose. 478 00:16:31,680 --> 00:16:34,320 So as we go back out into the world. 479 00:16:34,320 --> 00:16:35,400 Out into the world. 480 00:16:35,400 --> 00:16:38,200 Let's make that commitment, look up more often, 481 00:16:38,200 --> 00:16:41,320 seek out wonder, cultivate compassion, 482 00:16:41,320 --> 00:16:43,360 let awe guide us. 483 00:16:43,360 --> 00:16:44,000 Beautiful. 484 00:16:44,000 --> 00:16:45,880 And hey, if you want even more inspiration, 485 00:16:45,880 --> 00:16:49,320 check out Keltner's book, Awe, the New Science of Everyday 486 00:16:49,320 --> 00:16:51,600 Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life. 487 00:16:51,600 --> 00:16:53,000 So much good stuff in there. 488 00:16:53,000 --> 00:16:55,240 Well, until next time, stay curious, stay connected, 489 00:16:55,240 --> 00:16:56,440 and stay in awe. 490 00:16:56,440 --> 00:16:58,880 The world is full of wonder. 491 00:16:58,880 --> 00:17:12,400 We just have to open our eyes and see it.