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In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with author AJ Jacobs to discuss how 30 years of radical life experiments have distilled into 10 essential tips for a longer, happier life. Jacobs, known for his immersive books like The Year of Living Biblically and Drop Dead Healthy, shares his unique perspective on why willpower is a losing game and why our environment dictates our success.
Learn why gratitude isn't a result of happiness, but the cause of it, and discover the "Odysseus Strategy"—a method for pre-committing to healthy choices to avoid the "sirens" of junk food and internet distractions. Whether it’s thanking a thousand people for a cup of coffee or writing a book with a quill to find focus, Jacobs’ journey provides a humorous yet profound roadmap for anyone looking to overhaul their health.
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In this episode, Dan Buettner sits down with author AJ Jacobs to discuss how 30 years of radical life experiments have distilled into 10 essential tips for a longer, happier life. Jacobs, known for his immersive books like The Year of Living Biblically and Drop Dead Healthy, shares his unique perspective on why willpower is a losing game and why our environment dictates our success.
Learn why gratitude isn't a result of happiness, but the cause of it, and discover the "Odysseus Strategy"—a method for pre-committing to healthy choices to avoid the "sirens" of junk food and internet distractions. Whether it’s thanking a thousand people for a cup of coffee or writing a book with a quill to find focus, Jacobs’ journey provides a humorous yet profound roadmap for anyone looking to overhaul their health.
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