Ep. 15: The Lost Art of Wonder

Hello, friend and welcome! To Live the Truth | Ep. 15: The Lost Art of Wonder Why does life so often feel busy, exhausting—and strangely unsatisfying, even when things are going well? In this episode, Ryan and Ali continue their discussion of the Ultimate Shortcut by exploring two powerful forces described in Jesus’s parable of the seeds: “the cares of this world” and “the lusts of other things.” Together, they unpack how constant distraction, endless options, and the human tendency to chase the next thing can quietly drain our joy and keep us from ever feeling content. Drawing on insights from psychology, personal experience, and everyday life, they examine why we’re so bad at predicting what will make us happy—and why even the things we long for most rarely satisfy us for long. But this episode doesn’t just diagnose the problem. It offers a simple, profound antidote: rediscovering the habit of wonder. From small, ordinary moments to the people and experiences we often overlook, Ryan and Ali explore how learning to truly see the world again can reconnect us with meaning, gratitude, and lasting joy. Topics covered: What Jesus meant by “the cares of this world” and how they shape our attention Why focus is less about saying “yes” and more about saying “no” The psychology behind why new things quickly lose their excitement How constantly looking forward can rob you of joy in the present What “wonder” really is—and how it points us beyond the material world Simple, practical ways to make space for wonder in your daily life To Live the Truth is available to read for free at ryantclawson.com.