This episode dives deep into the powerful influence of expectations and beliefs on our perceptions and experiences, extending from subjective taste preferences to objective physical outcomes.

This episode dives deep into the two distinct aspects of human irrationality in decision-making.

This episode explore how human behavior is influenced by different types of incentives, specifically examining the impact of "free" offers and the distinction between social norms and market norms.

This episode dives deep into how relativity significantly influences human decision-making, suggesting that individuals often compare options in relation to each other rather than based on absolute value.

This introduction explains that the author's unique perspective on irrationality stems from a severe burn injury that led to observations about behavior, especially concerning pain treatment.

This episode concludes with the Japanese concept of ikigai, or one's reason for being, and its connection to a resilient and meaningful life.

This episode dives deep into the lifestyle factors contributing to the long lifespans observed in Japan, particularly in Okinawa.

This episode unfolds the secrets to longevity and happiness by examining the lives of supercentenarians globally and the centenarian population of Ogimi, Japan.

This episode explores the concepts of logotherapy and Morita therapy as pathways to discovering one's ikigai, or reason for living. 

This episode explores the Japanese concept of ikigai, or "reason for being," and its connection to a long and fulfilling life, drawing heavily on the lifestyles of centenarians in Okinawa and other "Blue Zones."