#33 The Power of Life Experiments, Gratitude, and Curiosity with AJ Jacobs

from DARE YOURSELF · host Nataly Kogan

In this episode, I sit down with the endlessly curious NYT best-selling author AJ Jacobs, the self-proclaimed “human guinea pig,” to explore the transformative power of life experiments. Together, we dive into how gratitude, curiosity, and a willingness to step outside of our comfort zones can open doors to personal growth and deeper understanding.AJ shares his journey of living biblically for a year, unpacking the surprising lessons he learned about morality, gratitude, and the human experience. We also explore the delicate balance between ambition and appreciation, the brain’s natural resistance to change, and how breaking big challenges into small, manageable steps can create real momentum.Throughout our conversation, AJ’s stories highlight the beauty of experimenting with life—whether it’s trying something absurd or simply approaching everyday interactions with intention and curiosity.If you’ve ever felt stuck, struggled with self-doubt, or wondered how to make meaningful change, this episode is full of insights to inspire your next step—no matter how small.Watch this and other episodes of the podcast on Nataly's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoi-XJT3UfouhAT0GkkayVw ➡️ Sign up for Nataly’s Spark emails:https://www.natalykogan.com/email-sign-up🌟 For more about Nataly and her work, including the REINVENT•ABILITY Accelerator, mentorship programs, books and speaking, please visit: www.natalykogan.comTo learn more about AJ and his books, please visit: https://ajjacobs.com/

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