Tracking Wonder

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December 7, 2021

Tracking Wonder

Jeffrey Davis December 7, 2021

Jeffrey Davis is a researcher, consultant, and the founder of the Tracking Wonder Consultancy. With Sounds True, he’s released the new book Tracking Wonder: Reclaiming a Life of Meaning and Possibility in a World Obsessed with Productivity. In this episode of Insights at the Edge, Tami Simon speaks with Jeffrey about his lifelong work of understanding and spreading wonder. Jeffrey explains the six emotional facets that come together to create wonderment, as well as how to cultivate each in your daily life. Tami and Jeffrey discuss the value of accepting confusion, what we can learn from challenging times, and the positive emotions wonder cultivates. They talk about “wonder interventions” in the workplace and the untapped potential of focused daydreaming for robust creativity. Finally, Jeffrey and Tami discuss the power of personal devotions and the joyous act of gifting someone else with wonderment.

Jeffrey Davis researches and works with innovators, professionals, writers, scientists, and social psychologists, offering him leading insights into the creative process. Through his venture, consultancy, and podcast Tracking Wonder, he and his team equip creative innovators, entrepreneurs, and mindful change-makers to flourish in times of challenge and change. He is cofounder of The Walden Institute and a highly sought-after speaker who presents at conferences, universities, businesses, and other organizations across the country, including NYU, 1440 Multiversity, Kripalu Center, Omega Institute, and the City of Vancouver. Jeffrey is the author of four books and a regular contributor to Psychology Today online. He lives with his wife and two daughters in the Hudson Valley of New York. Learn more at trackingwonder.com.

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Tracking Wonder

Jeffrey Davis is a researcher, consultant, and the founder of the Tracking Wonder Consultancy. With Sounds True, he’s released the new book Tracking Wonder: Reclaiming a Life of Meaning and Possibility in a World Obsessed with Productivity. In this episode of Insights at the Edge, Tami Simon speaks with Jeffrey about his lifelong work of understanding and spreading wonder. Jeffrey explains the six emotional facets that come together to create wonderment, as well as how to cultivate each in your daily life. Tami and Jeffrey discuss the value of accepting confusion, what we can learn from challenging times, and the positive emotions wonder cultivates. They talk about “wonder interventions” in the workplace and the untapped potential of focused daydreaming for robust creativity. Finally, Jeffrey and Tami discuss the power of personal devotions and the joyous act of gifting someone else with wonderment.

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