Jon Levy: The Science of Adventure, Community and Connection

The Unmistakable Creative Podcast

Srinivas Rao

Society & Culture

4.8 • 1K Ratings

🗓️ 27 February 2017

⏱️ 60 minutes

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Summary

In this captivating episode of Unmistakable Creative, we are joined by the fascinating Jon Levy, a behavioral scientist and author. Get ready to explore the science of adventure, community, and connection as Levy shares his extraordinary insights and experiences.

Levy, the founder of The Influencers Dinner, a secret dining experience with renowned guests, delves into the power of community and how meaningful connections can transform our lives. He discusses his groundbreaking research on the science of adventure, revealing how stepping outside our comfort zones can lead to personal growth and memorable experiences.

Through thought-provoking anecdotes and practical tips, Levy challenges us to redefine our social interactions and embrace vulnerability as a means of deepening connections. This episode is not just about the thrill of adventure; it's about understanding the importance of meaningful relationships and how they contribute to our happiness and success.

Listeners will gain insights into the art of building authentic relationships, fostering a sense of belonging, and creating unforgettable experiences. Whether you're seeking to enhance your social interactions or looking to curate remarkable adventures, this episode offers valuable lessons to enrich your life.

Don't miss this episode to learn from one of the leading experts on adventure, community, and connection. Gain insights that could transform your approach to social interactions and discover the science behind building a more fulfilling life with Jon Levy.

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0:00.0	We evolved as communities. We didn't evolve as networkers. There was the concept of meeting people was a rare occurrence because we lived in these tribal groups for a majority of our early stage
0:19.8	as a species. And what made the community work was that there was joint activity.
0:28.4	And so when you look back at the people that you bonded with the fastest, it was probably because you had something to overcome
0:35.5	together that you had to work together for. And so when I try to get people to bond, I try to find
0:42.1	a challenge or a task they can work on together because that creates
0:46.8	a faster bonding. There are two kind of characteristics around this, one is that you know that if I do you a favor you're going to like me more.
0:56.0	The funny thing is that if I do you a favor I'm also going to like I'm also going to like you more
1:05.6	because anything that I put effort and energy into I begin to value disproportionately.
1:08.6	I'm Sreni Rao and this is the unmistakable creative podcast where you get a window
1:16.2	into the stories and insights of the most innovative and creative minds who started movements,
1:20.9	built thriving businesses, written best-selling books, and created insanely interesting
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1:55.0	Imagine you.
1:57.0	You in a nice comfy seat,
2:00.0	with your hands behind your head,
2:02.0	taking in the views,
2:04.0	instead of taking on the road,
2:06.0	maybe even taking a nap.
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