We humans like to know! We like to know what's going to happen, what to expect, what's coming next, but the fact is, we usually don't, and when we think we do know, it's frankly, an illusion! Author Maggie Jackson (www.maggie-jackson.com) dove deep into the world of uncertainty, how our brain deals with it, and how, even though it sucks when we're in the middle of it, it's actually a really good thing! In this FASCINATING episode you'll learn more about how uncertainty can sharpen your brain, your resilience and your ability to overcome obstacles! Enjoy.
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CNN Op Ed: https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/03/opinions/uncertainty-is-good-for-you-jackson/index.html
Templeton Ideas Podcast: https://www.templeton.org/news/how-uncertainty-can-lead-to-childlike-wonder
Maggie Jackson is an award-winning author and journalist known for her pioneering writings on social trends. Her new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure, explores why we should seek not-knowing in times of flux. Nominated for a National Book Award, Uncertain is a must-read of the Next Big Idea Club. Maggie’s acclaimed book Distracted sparked a global conversation on the steep costs of fragmenting our attention. A former columnist for the Boston Globe, Maggie has written for many other publications and her writings have been translated into multiple languages.