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135 — Build Mental Flexibility and Become More Open-Minded with Author A. J. Jacobs

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Open-mindedness is linked to better psychological health, increased happiness, and enhanced problem-solving abilities. But it can be tough to be open-minded sometimes in today's world.

My guest is A. J. Jacobs, a journalist, lecturer, and New York Times Best-Selling author. His newest book, A Year of Living Constitutionally, explores how being open-minded used to be seen as a strength, not a weakness.

Some of the things he talks about are:

  • The profound benefits of gratitude
  • How humility and flexibility in thinking are key components in individual and societal growth
  • Why spending less time consuming sensational news can lead to better mental health and more productive problem-solving
  • How being flexible in your opinions based on new evidence is a strength rather than a weakness
  • How trying new things and framing life as a series of puzzles can lead to personal growth and creativity
  • How to view disagreements as puzzles so you can have more productive conversations


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AJJacobs.com

The Year of Living Constitutionally

The Election Cake Project

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Open-mindedness is linked to better psychological health, increased happiness, and enhanced problem-solving abilities. But it can be tough to be open-minded sometimes in today's world.

My guest is A. J. Jacobs, a journalist, lecturer, and New York Times Best-Selling author. His newest book, A Year of Living Constitutionally, explores how being open-minded used to be seen as a strength, not a weakness.

Some of the things he talks about are:

  • The profound benefits of gratitude
  • How humility and flexibility in thinking are key components in individual and societal growth
  • Why spending less time consuming sensational news can lead to better mental health and more productive problem-solving
  • How being flexible in your opinions based on new evidence is a strength rather than a weakness
  • How trying new things and framing life as a series of puzzles can lead to personal growth and creativity
  • How to view disagreements as puzzles so you can have more productive conversations


Links & Resources

AJJacobs.com

The Year of Living Constitutionally

The Election Cake Project

Offers From Our Sponsors

BetterHelp — Go to BetterHelp.com/MENTALLYSTRONG today to get 10% off your first month of therapy.

AquaTru - Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout!

ZocDoc Find a doctor or therapist today by downloading the app for free at ZocDoc.com/stronger

ButcherBox — Go to Butcherbox.com/stronger and use code stronger at checkout and enjoy your choice of bone-in chicken thighs, top sirloins, or salmon in every box for an entire year, plus $30 off!

Jenni Kayne Find your forever pieces @jennikayne and get 15% off with promo code STRONGER15 at Jennikayne.com/STRONGER15 #jennikaynepartner

Aqua Tru — Receive 20% OFF any AquaTru water purifier when you go to AquaTru.com and use promo code STRONGER at checkout!

Subscribe to Mentally Stronger Premium — Get weekly bonus episodes, monthly bonus content, and cool gifts (like signed books)!

Connect with the Show

Buy Amy's books on mental strength

Connect with Amy on Instagram — @AmyMorinAuthor

Email the show — Podcast@AmyMorinLCSW.com

Order 13 Things Mentally Strong Couples Don't Do

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