The Melanie Avalon Biohacking Podcast

#195 - Dr. Mike Rucker: The Fun Habit, Leisure Time & Productivity, How To Do A PLAY Audit, Being Intentionally Childless, The Concept Of Awe & Wonder, Time Autonomy, Cultivating A Joyful Mindset, And More!


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15:30 - How Mike Came To Write The Book

19:00 - The State Of Happiness

21:20 - Unhappiness From Comparison

23:00 - Are Some People Naturally Happy?

26:00 - Having A Joyful Inner Spirit

27:25 - Understanding Trauma

28:30 - How Does Happiness Differ From Fun

30:00 - Autonomy Over Your Time 

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35:10 - Passive Activities

38:30 - The Pursuit Of Fun; Dopamine

41:35 - Play Models; How To Do A Play Audit

47:30 - Time Use Studies

52:30 - Being Productive By Taking Down Time

56:50 - Activity Bundling

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1:03:35 - Can People Find Time Autonomy With A Regular 9 To 5?

1:06:05 - The Most Entertaining Activities

1:10:30 - The Concept Of Awe & Wonder

1:13:15 - Creating Unique Experiences

1:18:00 - The Role Of Gratitude

1:25:50 - Staying In The Moment Vs. Documenting Your Experiences

1:29:30 - No Phone Experiences

1:34:10 - Childless People Vs. Child-Centric Parents

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1:42:30 - Finding Purpose And Meaning In Life

1:49:05 - Momento Mori

1:53:40 - The Fear Of Death

1:56:00 - Activism & Community; Kindness & Fun

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