65 - Solve for Happy - Chapter 7 - Houston, We Have A Problem

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Have you ever tried to solve a jigsaw puzzle with pieces that just won't fit? That's the conundrum we tackle with Mo Gawdat, the insightful author of "Solve for Happy," as Denise and Sam dissect the tantalizing notion that we can wrestle life's unpredictability into submission. Together, they embark on a profound journey, examining the treacherous waters of grief, the anchor of joy in the present, and the strategies for weathering life's most unexpected storms. Mo's enlightening perspective and poignant personal anecdotes guide us through the realization that while we can't control every wave, we can learn to sail our ship with grace.
Throughout this dialogue, they confront the sobering truth of black swan events and the butterfly effect—those unpredictable forces that test our illusion of control. Whether it's financial upheavals or the unforeseen challenges of the Apollo 13 mission, this conversation is an homage to the human spirit's resilience. We unpack the emotional equanimity that comes with recognizing the limits of our control and the transformative power of managing our actions and responses. It's not about suppressing emotions but rather harnessing them as valuable data that can steer us towards a state of authentic happiness. Join Denise and Sam for an episode that promises to shift your perspective from futile attempts at control, to mastering the art of living contentedly within life's capricious embrace.
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Chapter

1. 65 - Solve for Happy - Chapter 7 - Houston, We Have A Problem (00:00:00)

2. Lessons From Life (00:01:29)

3. Control, Actions, and Attitude in Life (00:11:20)

4. The Grand Illusion of Control (00:24:31)