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Passion Struck with John R. Miles

Dr. Mike Rucker on How to Change Your Life With the Fun Habit EP 267

Passion Struck with John R. Miles

John R. Miles

Mental Health, Alternative Health, Education, Self-improvement, Health & Fitness

4.7779 Ratings

🗓️ 16 March 2023

⏱️ 63 minutes

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Summary

Organizational psychologist Dr. Mike Rucker joins me on Passion Struck to impart his top tips for integrating fun activities into our daily routines. Drawing on scientific evidence from his book, "The Fun Habit: How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life," we'll explore the advantages of having fun and the kinds of enjoyable habits we can cultivate. Join us now as we explore why fun isn't solely reserved for children; it's a crucial element of adult life as well. In This Episode, Dr. Mike Rucker And I Discuss His Book "The Fun Habit." In our interview, Mike and I discuss the essence of fun and how it differs from happiness. As busy adults, why is it essential to prioritize fun? Discovering time for enjoyment and the significance of reflecting on fun experiences. Should we prioritize friendship or parenting when it comes to having fun? Creating and sustaining enjoyable practices utilizing the Rucker-PLAY model and learning how to infuse more fun into our relationships with friends. Full show notes and resources can be found here: https://passionstruck.com/dr-mike-rucker-change-your-life-the-fun-habit/ 
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0:00.0

Coming up next on the Passion Struck Podcast,

0:03.1

we still need to have a certain level on Maslow's

0:06.8

triangle to be able to thrive, right?

0:08.3

So I'm not suggesting quitting your job

0:09.9

and living as no matter anything like that.

0:12.6

What I am suggesting is that you should look at time

0:16.9

in a similar fashion as you do money

0:19.0

because ultimately anyone who's smart can make more money

0:22.0

but you can never make more time.

0:23.8

Welcome to Passion Struck.

0:25.2

Hi, I'm your host, John Armiles.

0:27.1

And on the show, we decipher the secrets,

0:29.8

tips and guidance of the world's most inspiring people

0:33.3

and turn their wisdom into practical advice for you

0:36.9

and those around you.

0:38.0

Our mission is to help you unlock the power of intentionality

0:42.4

so that you can become the best version of yourself.

0:45.4

If you're new to the show, I offer advice

0:48.0

and answer listener questions on Fridays.

0:50.6

We have long form interviews the rest of the week

0:53.2

with guest ranging from astronauts to authors,

0:56.5

CEOs, creators, innovators, scientists,

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