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Jeffrey Davis, branding consultant, repeat guest, and author of the new book, Tracking Wonder, joins Charlie on the show to discuss how we can reconcile productivity and wonder. Our culture's obsession with productivity has a bias against wonder and yet wonder is essential for our creativity, satisfaction, and belonging. They discuss how these seemingly opposing forces balance each other and allow us to thrive and flourish, not merely be more productive.Key Takeaways:[2:10] Jeffrey shares the journey of how he wrote his latest book, Tracking Wonder. It was a process of discovery and learning through extreme adversity and crisis.[8:42] When we go on these journeys as thinkers and writers, there is often an intense pressure for it to be quick. Often, this is not the case and it can take months or years for ideas to come to fruition.[12:18] Fifteen to 20 years ago, positive psychology was still in its infancy, and the only option then was to turn to philosophy to talk about thriving, wonder, happiness, belonging, etc. Now, there is science to back it up.[15:49] The past 18 months, both culturally and socially, have raised a lot of questions about meaning and relationships.[17:03] Charlie and Jeffrey discuss measuring productivity; it has always been difficult to measure and has become even more difficult recently. Why are we tracking only certain metrics for productivity and efficiency and not others?[22:06] There is a lot of work to be done, and it does have an impact on the company's bottom line. On the flip side, as leaders, we need to have the integrity to recognize that people need to go out and do something different than just being stuck to their screens all day.[25:06] Charlie reflects on an interestingly productive time of his day — when he goes on his coffee walks in the morning.[29:05] There are a lot of things that look like not working, that make the working actually happen.[32:11] Getting off a structured routine can be a very bewildering experience of deinstitutionalization. When we get off the path fixed for us, we have to create boundaries, rhythms, and structures for ourselves.[37:02] How can we navigate that sense of bewilderment and disorientation when our rhythms are disrupted? Bewilderment fatigue can be a challenge, and sometimes we may disengage or bypass as a way of escaping reality.[40:41] Wonder has six facets. Jeffrey explains each one briefly. 1: Openness, 2: Curiosity, 3: Bewilderment, 4: Hope, 5: Connection, 6: Admiration.[44:16] How can productivity and wonder coexist? They seem to be at odds with each other, yet a balance is necessary.[48:10] We are more than our work. Charlie shares some ways to detach ourselves from our work in the language we use.[49:57] You are what you pay attention to. What are you paying attention to, and what are you focusing on?[53:31] How can we shape our time together better so that we develop more connection?[56:04] Jeffery used the design of his book to invoke wonder and bewilderment.[60:05] Jeffrey invites and challenges listeners to conduct an experiment at the beginning, middle, and end of your day to bring more openness, surprise, elevation, or connection.Mentioned in This Episode:Productive FlourishingStart Finishing: How to Go from Idea to Done, by Charlie GilkeyJeffrey DavisTracking Wonder: Reclaiming a Life of Meaning and Possibility in a World Obsessed with Productivity, by Jeffrey DavisThe Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga Philosophies and Practices as Muse for Authentic Writing, by Jeff DavisShiva Sutras“Why You Need to Protect Your Sense of Wonder — Especially Now,” by David P. Fessell and Karen Reivich for Harvard Business ReviewBewilderment, by Richard PowersSounds True

This season on the podcast, we explored the idea of designing our lives and work for more curiosity, more purpose, more openness… More WONDER. We went behind-the-scenes of wonder-making in films, video games and art exhibitions and studied experience architecture in our families and our brand communities. But have you ever wondered how Jeffrey and his team design the podcast itself or the business of Tracking Wonder as a whole? Today, Tracking Wonder team members Jeffrey Davis, Erin Haworth, Britt Bravo and Laine Nickl pull back the curtain on their own work. Jeffrey reveals how he conceived of the idea for the business, discussing the watershed moments that led to his commitment to be a wonder tracker in his own life. They go on to share their top takeaways from this season of the podcast and the nuts and bolts of putting together an episode. Jeffrey walks us through his role in developing the premise, Erin offers insight around the necessary systems and Laine describes the evolution of the imagery that complements the podcast episodes.  Jeffrey also explains the need for wonder in the current moment of divisiveness, advocating for businesses to raise their expectations and bring diverse people together in a culture of openness. Finally, they address the idea of working well and breaking better, developing a strong work ethos in conjunction with a strong wonder ethos. Listen in as Britt shares the power of Tracking Wonder’s Brand Artistry Labs program and learn about the organization’s other offerings, including Quest 2019, the Tracking Wonder journal and the upcoming 1440 Multiversity Wonder Interventions Course. Key Takeaways [2:17] The origins of Tracking Wonder Book research led to focus on wonder and surprise Baudelaire & Maslow’s concepts of genius, peak experience Launch consultancy around productivity + meaning [6:20] Jeffrey’s watershed moments Lightning storm caused fire that destroyed home Commitment to practices of tracking wonder [11:07] Jeffrey’s small moments of derailment Ongoing questions (wonder involves unknowing) Uncertainty of how ideas would resonate w/ public [13:22] How Jeffrey’s daughters inform his business Teach nuances of wonder, human consciousness Deepen appreciation for complexity of wonder Natural makers of worlds, engaged w/ surroundings [16:27] The team’s key takeaways from this season Scope of behind-the-scenes struggle Motivated to withstand by love for work [20:23] Jeffrey’s role in creating a podcast episode Development of theme and gather guests Entry point for reflections (hours to record) [23:28] Erin’s insight on the podcast systems, team Remote team in five different time zones Requires transparency, flexibility and communication [26:10] The design experience of Tracking Wonder Artist in residence concept for Season 2 Abstract images pique interest on social [27:46] The need for wonder in this moment in time Digital era creates problem of isolation Add rise of authoritarianism, divisiveness Wonder dissolves biases, creates openness [33:25] How Brand Artistry Labs brings people together See impact of transformative work firsthand Propels forward to advance skills, plan [37:46] The Tracking Wonder Quest Experience Envision next best year w/ wonder and meaning Exceeded expectations, created global community [43:03] The benefits of Tracking Wonder’s ArtMark Develop foundation of brand story Small groups to bounce ideas off of [46:08] The new Wonder Interventions tool Seven practices to integrate wonder into days TW Journal + 1440 Multiversity Course Connect with Jeffrey & the Tracking Wonder Team Tracking Wonder Email info@trackingwonder.com Tracking Wonder on Twitter Tracking Wonder on Facebook Tracking Wonder on Instagram Jeffrey on Instagram Brand Artistry Labs Quest 2019 ArtMark 1440 Multiversity Tracking Wonder Course Resources The Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga Philosophies and Practices as a Muse for Authentic Writing by Jeff Davis ‘The Painter of Modern Life’ by Charles Baudelaire Dr. Martin Seligman & Positive Psychology The Little Prince Film Walden, A Game Zen Habits: Handbook for Life by Leo Babauta Zen Habits

This time on The Good Life Project, I am joined by Jadah Sellner and Jeffrey Davis for a roundtable style discussion of a few of the burning issues and questions that have been on our minds...and maybe yours, too. This discussion was incredibly fun and full of so much information, I couldn't wait to share it with all of you.Jadah is the cofounder of Simple Green Smoothies and JadahSellner.com. She has developed her groundbreaking life strategy, Love Over Metrics, with the help of her dream-tribe that supports her vision for the future of the world. Jadah’s passion is to help everyone to start and grow their own tribe in order to inspire action that will change the world.Jeffrey Davis is a poet, author, teacher, brand-strategist, founder of Tracking Wonder and author of Coat Thief and The Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga Philosophies and Practices As Muse for Authentic Writing. His work has been published in Psychology Today, The Creativity Post and many more publications around the world.We dive into a wide swath of topics today, from the legacy that we want to leave our families and the world to the amount control the government should have on the hours we work to grit, the infamous “aha” moment and so much more.Quick note on production value. The building where we usually record was under construction, so we decided to get casual and just record this on the couches in my living room. So, you may notice the audio quality is just a bit more "homegrown" in this episode, but the setting also made the conversation more relaxed and fun than ever before. Who knows, maybe "broadcasting from the couch" will become a new thing!In This Episode, You'll Learn:What does it mean to leave a legacy in a technologically advanced world?Why the Terror Management theory causes us to think about our legacy.The importance of the pause in work and life.How to sit back and listen to constructive criticism.Should the government cap how many hours we 're allowed work?Are we working ourselves into un-productivity?The downside of grit for entrepreneurs.Mentioned in This Episode:Connect with Jadah: Simple Green Smoothies | Jadah Sellner | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | InstagramConnect with Jeffrey Davis: Tracking Wonder | Blog | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube | PinterestCoat Thief by Jeffrey DavisThe Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga Philosophies and Practices as Muse for Authentic Writing by Jeffrey DavisBig Ass FansBJ NovakWorld Domination SummitTreehouseSeth GodinAnders EricssonEdward C BanfieldGrit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela DuckworthDaniel GilbertTim Cook

Today's guest is obsessed with wonder. In fact, it's his vocation.Jeffery Davis is the founder of Tracking Wonder, where he explores how to reconnect with wonder and also help people tell their their stories through books, businesses and beyond.As a kid, he became concerned about paying attention to life and ensuring that he'd never lose his imagination. That led him to become a poet, a teacher, an author and then...everything fell apart.He realized he'd been living entirely "from the neck up," largely disembodied and disconnected from his heart. That awakening launched a years-long quest to rediscover a deeper, more soulful driver. It brought him back to wonder as a driving force in his life and eventually as his career.He has taught his signature approaches to creativity, writing, and branding at numerous universities, conferences, and centers around the world. An author, speaker, and online columnist for Psychology Today, he is in dogged pursuit of what helps creatives thrive amidst constant challenge and change. He lives in a farmhouse in the Hudson Valley with his wife and two girls.Maybe his biggest true driver, though, is to be the kind of adult whose life reveals to his daughters the grace and beauty and joy of a wonder that never ends.His new book of poetry is Coat Thief.In This Episode You’ll Learn:The gift that his father gave him, passed down from his grandfather.How he ended up living with his bachelor father during high school.How he faked being an extrovert growing up.Why his friends called him 'The Mystery Man'.His decision between joining the monastery or becoming a poet.The entry point that broke him out of his intellect and into his body.The two-fold silent promise he made to his baby girl after she was born.Mentioned In This Episode:Connect with Jeffrey: Tracking WonderQuiet by Susan CainBeat GenerationWilliam Carlos Williams: "The Red Wheelbarrow"Wallace StevensRobert CreeleyCity Reservoir by Jeffrey DavisFocus by Daniel GolemanTKV DesikacharThe Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga Philosophies and Practices as Muse for Authentic Writing by Jeffrey DavisShiva SuturasGrab your spot at the Camp GLP at the Early Bird discount rate!

Please join us for an interview with Jeffrey Davis, writing coach, editor, creativity consultant, and teacher. Davis is the author of the Psychology Today blog, Tracking Wonder and the books The Journey from the Center to the Page: Yoga Philosophies and Practices as Muse for Authentic Writing and City Reservoir: A Collection of Poems. Davis has stated: "Writing that reverberates with others’ deep imagination strikes me as authentic. It’s authentic because it comes from a source beyond the ego mind’s spinning wheels. Much authentic writing then is sensuous and sensual. Verbs lick us. Images ignite our imaginations. Suggestive diction caresses us." Tiferet Journal has recently published a compilation of twelve of our best transcribed interviews. To purchase The Tiferet Talk Interviews book, please click here.