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191 — Are You Living a Psychologically Rich Life? Here's How to Find Out with Dr. Shigehiro Oishi


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Do you crave a richer, more adventurous life? In today's episode, we’re exploring the concept of a “psychologically rich life”—one filled with novel experiences, deeper connections, and a sense of wonder. It turns out that happiness and meaning aren’t the only ingredients for a fulfilling life. Psychological richness can add depth and vibrancy to your everyday routine.


I'm talking to Dr. Shigehiro Oishi, a leading happiness researcher, psychologist, and celebrated author of Life in Three Dimensions. With a career spanning groundbreaking research on human well-being, he’s here to share what it means to live a genuinely adventurous and reflective life—and how to start making minor changes to experience more prosperous, more fulfilling days. Some of the things we discuss are:


  • What makes a “psychologically rich life” (and why it’s different from happiness or meaning).
  • Simple ways to add adventure and spontaneous joy to your daily routine.
  • Why routines and rigid habits might be holding you back.
  • A powerful mindset shift for navigating failures and setbacks.
  • How storytelling can transform even ordinary experiences into extraordinary ones.

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