Shige Oishi on How to Live a Psychologically Rich Life
Passion Struck with John R. Miles
In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes one of the world's leading psychologists, Dr. Shige Oishi, to discuss his latest book, Life in Three Dimensions: How Curiosity, Exploration, and Experience Make a Fuller, Better Life. Dr. Oishi introduces the concept of psychological richness, a third dimension of well-being that goes beyond traditional notions of happiness and meaning.
Through their engaging discussion, they explore the psychological science behind what makes life truly fulfilling, how personal exploration enhances our sense of self, and why embracing novel experiences—even difficult ones—can lead to fewer regrets and a more enriched life. This episode provides practical insights into how we can intentionally cultivate curiosity, challenge our perspectives, and lead a life that is both meaningful and psychologically deep.
Key Takeaways
- The Three Dimensions of a Good Life
- How Novelty and Exploration Lead to Fulfillment
- The Global Village Paradox and Social Media's Impact
- Happiness vs. Meaning vs. Psychological Richness
- Why Regret Comes from Inaction
- The Role of Negative Emotions in a Rich Life
- How to Cultivate Psychological Richness
Connect with Shige Oishi
Welcome to Oishi Lab! – Sandbox | University of Chicago
Full Show Notes
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In the next episode of Passion Struck, John sits down with Katherine Morgan Schaffler, a renowned psychotherapist and author of The Perfectionist Guide to Losing Control, a Path to Peace and Power. Katherine challenges the conventional view of perfectionism, suggesting that it can be harnessed as a personal superpower rather than a flaw. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could transform your relationship with perfectionism.
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<p>In this episode of <i>Passion Struck</i>, host <strong>John R. Miles</strong> welcomes one of the world’s leading psychologists, <strong>Dr. Shige Oishi</strong>, to discuss his latest book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4jPxZbz" target="_blank"><i>Life in Three Dimensions: How Curiosity, Exploration, and Experience Make a Fuller, Better Life</i></a><i>.</i> Dr. Oishi introduces the concept of <strong>psychological richness</strong>, a third dimension of well-being that goes beyond traditional notions of happiness and meaning.</p><p>Through their engaging discussion, they explore the psychological science behind what makes life truly fulfilling, how personal exploration enhances our sense of self, and why embracing novel experiences—even difficult ones—can lead to <strong>fewer regrets</strong> and a more enriched life. This episode provides practical insights into how we can intentionally <strong>cultivate curiosity, challenge our perspectives, and lead a life that is both meaningful and psychologically deep.</strong></p><p>Link to the full show notes: <a href="https://passionstruck.com/shige-oishi-to-live-a-psychologically-rich-life/" target="_blank">https://passionstruck.com/shige-oishi-to-live-a-psychologically-rich-life/</a></p><p><strong>Key takeaways:</strong></p><ul> <li>1. The Three Dimensions of a Good Life</li> <li>2. How Novelty and Exploration Lead to Fulfillment</li> <li>3. The Global Village Paradox and Social Media's Impact</li> <li>4. Happiness vs. Meaning vs. Psychological Richness</li> <li>5. Why Regret Comes from Inaction</li> <li>6. The Role of Negative Emotions in a Rich Life</li> <li>7. How to Cultivate Psychological Richness</li> </ul><p>Connect with Shige Oishi: <a href="https://voices.uchicago.edu/oishilab/" target="_blank">Welcome to Oishi Lab! – Sandbox | University of Chicago</a></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul> <li>Rosetta Stone: Unlock 25 languages for life at <a href="https://www.rosettastone.com/passionstruck" target="_blank">“ROSETTASTONE.com/passionstruck</a>.”</li> <li>Prolon: Reset your health with 15% off at <a href="https://prolonlife.com/passionstruck" target="_blank">“ProlonLife.com/passionstruck</a>.”</li> <li>Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at “<a href="https://mintmobile.com/passion" target="_blank">MINT MOBILE dot com slash PASSION.</a>”</li> <li>Hims: Start your journey to regrowing hair with Hims. Visit <a href="https://www.hims.com/passionstruck" target="_blank">hims.com/PASSIONSTRUCK</a> for your free online visit.</li> <li>Quince: Discover luxury at affordable prices with Quince. Enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns at <a href="https://www.quince.com/passion" target="_blank">quince.com/PASSION</a> </li> </ul><p><strong>Next on Passion Struck:</strong><br>In the next episode of <i>Passion Struck</i>, John sits down with Katherine Morgan Schaffler, a renowned psychotherapist and author of The Perfectionist Guide to Losing Control, a Path to Peace and Power. Katherine challenges the conventional view of perfectionism, suggesting that it can be harnessed as a personal superpower rather than a flaw. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could transform your relationship with perfectionism.</p><p>For more information on advertisers and promo codes, visit <a href="https://passionstruck.com/deals/" target="_blank">Passion Struck Deals</a>.</p><p>Join the Passion Struck Community! Sign up for the Live Intentionally newsletter, where I share exclusive content, actionable advice, and insights to help you ignite your purpose and live your most intentional life. Get access to practical exercises, inspiring stories, and tools designed to help you grow. <a href="https://passionstruck.com/" target="_blank">Learn more and sign up here.</a></p><p>Speaking Engagements & Workshops Are you looking to inspire your team, organization, or audience to take intentional action in their lives and careers? I’m available for keynote speaking, workshops, and leadership training on topics such as intentional living, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Let’s work together to create transformational change. Learn more at <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/85feb7a6-7f1a-4066-9a1d-a29e70386613/shows/5ceb52e3-6ac2-4698-82cb-ce8214a5be04/episodes/7fb53d43-2b1f-477f-be72-4ba5ea97e3e3/#" target="_blank">johnrmiles.com/speaking</a>.</p><p>Episode Starter Packs With over 500 episodes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We’ve curated Episode Starter Packs based on key themes like leadership, mental health, and personal growth, making it easier for you to dive into the topics you care about. 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Don’t forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.</p><p>How to Connect with John:</p><p>Connect with John on Twitter at @John_RMiles and on Instagram at @John_R_Miles. Subscribe to our main YouTube Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles" target="_blank">here</a> and to our YouTube Clips Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@passionstruckclips" target="_blank">here</a>. For more insights and resources, visit <a href="https://johnrmiles.com/" target="_blank">John’s website</a>.</p><p>Want to explore where you stand on the path to becoming Passion Struck? 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Show Notes
In this episode of Passion Struck, host John R. Miles welcomes one of the world's leading psychologists, Dr. Shige Oishi, to discuss his latest book, Life in Three Dimensions: How Curiosity, Exploration, and Experience Make a Fuller, Better Life. Dr. Oishi introduces the concept of psychological richness, a third dimension of well-being that goes beyond traditional notions of happiness and meaning.
Through their engaging discussion, they explore the psychological science behind what makes life truly fulfilling, how personal exploration enhances our sense of self, and why embracing novel experiences—even difficult ones—can lead to fewer regrets and a more enriched life. This episode provides practical insights into how we can intentionally cultivate curiosity, challenge our perspectives, and lead a life that is both meaningful and psychologically deep.
Key Takeaways
- The Three Dimensions of a Good Life
- How Novelty and Exploration Lead to Fulfillment
- The Global Village Paradox and Social Media's Impact
- Happiness vs. Meaning vs. Psychological Richness
- Why Regret Comes from Inaction
- The Role of Negative Emotions in a Rich Life
- How to Cultivate Psychological Richness
Connect with Shige Oishi
Welcome to Oishi Lab! – Sandbox | University of Chicago
Full Show Notes
passionstruck.com/shige-oishi-to-live...
Next on Passion Struck
In the next episode of Passion Struck, John sits down with Katherine Morgan Schaffler, a renowned psychotherapist and author of The Perfectionist Guide to Losing Control, a Path to Peace and Power. Katherine challenges the conventional view of perfectionism, suggesting that it can be harnessed as a personal superpower rather than a flaw. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could transform your relationship with perfectionism.
Join the Passion Struck Community
Sign up for the Live Intentionally newsletter, where John shares exclusive content, actionable advice, and insights to help you ignite your purpose and live your most intentional life. Get access to practical exercises, inspiring stories, and tools designed to help you grow. Learn more and sign up here.
Speaking Engagements & Workshops
Are you looking to inspire your team, organization, or audience to take intentional action in their lives and careers? John is available for keynote speaking, workshops, and leadership training on topics such as intentional living, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Learn more at johnrmiles.com/speaking.
Episode Starter Packs
With over 500 episodes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Passion Struck has curated Episode Starter Packs based on key themes like leadership, mental health, and personal growth, making it easier to dive into the topics you care about. Check them out here.
Catch More of Passion Struck
- My solo episode on The Science of Healthy Habits
- My episode with Jason O'Mara on Finding Strength in the Face of Setbacks
- My episode with Arthur Brooks on the 4 Ways to Build the Life You Want
- My interview with Dr. Elisa Hallerman on How You Reconnect With Your Soul
- My solo episode on 7 Reasons Why Acts of Kindness Are More than Meets the Eye
If you liked the show, please leave a review—it only takes a moment and helps us reach more people! Don't forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.
How to Connect with John
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Raw Description
<p>In this episode of <i>Passion Struck</i>, host <strong>John R. Miles</strong> welcomes one of the world’s leading psychologists, <strong>Dr. Shige Oishi</strong>, to discuss his latest book, <a href="https://amzn.to/4jPxZbz" target="_blank"><i>Life in Three Dimensions: How Curiosity, Exploration, and Experience Make a Fuller, Better Life</i></a><i>.</i> Dr. Oishi introduces the concept of <strong>psychological richness</strong>, a third dimension of well-being that goes beyond traditional notions of happiness and meaning.</p><p>Through their engaging discussion, they explore the psychological science behind what makes life truly fulfilling, how personal exploration enhances our sense of self, and why embracing novel experiences—even difficult ones—can lead to <strong>fewer regrets</strong> and a more enriched life. This episode provides practical insights into how we can intentionally <strong>cultivate curiosity, challenge our perspectives, and lead a life that is both meaningful and psychologically deep.</strong></p><p>Link to the full show notes: <a href="https://passionstruck.com/shige-oishi-to-live-a-psychologically-rich-life/" target="_blank">https://passionstruck.com/shige-oishi-to-live-a-psychologically-rich-life/</a></p><p><strong>Key takeaways:</strong></p><ul> <li>1. The Three Dimensions of a Good Life</li> <li>2. How Novelty and Exploration Lead to Fulfillment</li> <li>3. The Global Village Paradox and Social Media's Impact</li> <li>4. Happiness vs. Meaning vs. Psychological Richness</li> <li>5. Why Regret Comes from Inaction</li> <li>6. The Role of Negative Emotions in a Rich Life</li> <li>7. How to Cultivate Psychological Richness</li> </ul><p>Connect with Shige Oishi: <a href="https://voices.uchicago.edu/oishilab/" target="_blank">Welcome to Oishi Lab! – Sandbox | University of Chicago</a></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul> <li>Rosetta Stone: Unlock 25 languages for life at <a href="https://www.rosettastone.com/passionstruck" target="_blank">“ROSETTASTONE.com/passionstruck</a>.”</li> <li>Prolon: Reset your health with 15% off at <a href="https://prolonlife.com/passionstruck" target="_blank">“ProlonLife.com/passionstruck</a>.”</li> <li>Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at “<a href="https://mintmobile.com/passion" target="_blank">MINT MOBILE dot com slash PASSION.</a>”</li> <li>Hims: Start your journey to regrowing hair with Hims. Visit <a href="https://www.hims.com/passionstruck" target="_blank">hims.com/PASSIONSTRUCK</a> for your free online visit.</li> <li>Quince: Discover luxury at affordable prices with Quince. Enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns at <a href="https://www.quince.com/passion" target="_blank">quince.com/PASSION</a> </li> </ul><p><strong>Next on Passion Struck:</strong><br>In the next episode of <i>Passion Struck</i>, John sits down with Katherine Morgan Schaffler, a renowned psychotherapist and author of The Perfectionist Guide to Losing Control, a Path to Peace and Power. Katherine challenges the conventional view of perfectionism, suggesting that it can be harnessed as a personal superpower rather than a flaw. Don't miss this enlightening conversation that could transform your relationship with perfectionism.</p><p>For more information on advertisers and promo codes, visit <a href="https://passionstruck.com/deals/" target="_blank">Passion Struck Deals</a>.</p><p>Join the Passion Struck Community! Sign up for the Live Intentionally newsletter, where I share exclusive content, actionable advice, and insights to help you ignite your purpose and live your most intentional life. Get access to practical exercises, inspiring stories, and tools designed to help you grow. <a href="https://passionstruck.com/" target="_blank">Learn more and sign up here.</a></p><p>Speaking Engagements & Workshops Are you looking to inspire your team, organization, or audience to take intentional action in their lives and careers? I’m available for keynote speaking, workshops, and leadership training on topics such as intentional living, resilience, leadership, and personal growth. Let’s work together to create transformational change. Learn more at <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/85feb7a6-7f1a-4066-9a1d-a29e70386613/shows/5ceb52e3-6ac2-4698-82cb-ce8214a5be04/episodes/7fb53d43-2b1f-477f-be72-4ba5ea97e3e3/#" target="_blank">johnrmiles.com/speaking</a>.</p><p>Episode Starter Packs With over 500 episodes, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. We’ve curated Episode Starter Packs based on key themes like leadership, mental health, and personal growth, making it easier for you to dive into the topics you care about. Check them out at <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/85feb7a6-7f1a-4066-9a1d-a29e70386613/shows/5ceb52e3-6ac2-4698-82cb-ce8214a5be04/episodes/7fb53d43-2b1f-477f-be72-4ba5ea97e3e3/#" target="_blank">passionstruck.com/starterpacks</a>.</p><p>Catch More of Passion Struck:</p><ul> <li><a href="https://passionstruck.com/podcast/science-of-healthy-habits/" target="_blank">My solo episode on The Science of Healthy Habits</a></li> <li><a href="https://passionstruck.com/jason-omara-finding-strength-in-setbacks/" target="_blank">My episode with Jason O’Mara on Finding Strength in the Face of Setbacks</a></li> <li><a href="https://passionstruck.com/arthur-brooks-4-ways-to-build-the-life-you-want/" target="_blank">Can't miss my episode with Arthur Brooks on the 4 Ways to Build the Life You Want</a></li> <li><a href="https://passionstruck.com/dr-elisa-hallerman-reconnect-with-your-soul/" target="_blank">Catch my interview with Dr. Elisa Hallerman on How You Reconnect With Your Soul</a></li> <li><a href="https://passionstruck.com/acts-of-kindness-are-more-than-meets-the-eye/" target="_blank">Listen to my solo episode on 7 Reasons Why Acts of Kindness Are More than Meets the Eye</a></li> </ul><p>If you liked the show, please leave us a review—it only takes a moment and helps us reach more people! Don’t forget to include your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally.</p><p>How to Connect with John:</p><p>Connect with John on Twitter at @John_RMiles and on Instagram at @John_R_Miles. Subscribe to our main YouTube Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnRMiles" target="_blank">here</a> and to our YouTube Clips Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@passionstruckclips" target="_blank">here</a>. For more insights and resources, visit <a href="https://johnrmiles.com/" target="_blank">John’s website</a>.</p><p>Want to explore where you stand on the path to becoming Passion Struck? Take our 20-question quiz on <a href="https://passionstruck.com/" target="_blank">Passionstruck.com</a> and find out today!</p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>