Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Shige Oishi on How to Live a Psychologically Rich Life | EP 571
11 Feb 2025
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.Link to the full show notes: https://passionstruck.com/shige-oishi-to-live-a-psychologically-rich-life/Key takeaways: 1. The Three Dimensions of a Good Life 2. How Novelty and Exploration Lead to Fulfillment 3. The Global Village Paradox and Social Media's Impact 4. Happiness vs. Meaning vs. Psychological Richness 5. Why Regret Comes from Inaction 6. The Role of Negative Emotions in a Rich Life 7. How to Cultivate Psychological Richness Connect with Shige Oishi: Welcome to Oishi Lab! – Sandbox | University of ChicagoSponsors: Rosetta Stone: Unlock 25 languages for life at “ROSETTASTONE.com/passionstruck.” Prolon: Reset your health with 15% off at “ProlonLife.com/passionstruck.” Mint Mobile: Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at “MINT MOBILE dot com slash PASSION.” Hims: Start your journey to regrowing hair with Hims. Visit hims.com/PASSIONSTRUCK for your free online visit. Quince: Discover luxury at affordable prices with Quince. Enjoy free shipping and 365-day returns at quince.com/PASSION 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.For more information on advertisers and promo codes, visit Passion Struck Deals.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. 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? 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 johnrmiles.com/speaking.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 passionstruck.com/starterpacks.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 Can't miss my episode with Arthur Brooks on the 4 Ways to Build the Life You Want Catch my interview with Dr. Elisa Hallerman on How You Reconnect With Your Soul Listen to my solo episode on 7 Reasons Why Acts of Kindness Are More than Meets the Eye 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.How to Connect with John:Connect with John on Twitter at @John_RMiles and on Instagram at @John_R_Miles. Subscribe to our main YouTube Channel here and to our YouTube Clips Channel here. For more insights and resources, visit John’s website.Want to explore where you stand on the path to becoming Passion Struck? Take our 20-question quiz on Passionstruck.com and find out today!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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I am thrilled to have you as part of this incredible community. Whether you're a longtime listener or joining us for the first time, you've become part of a global movement dedicated to igniting purpose and living boldly. I couldn't be happier to have you here. So today, I want to ask you a profound question.
What if the key to a truly fulfilling life isn't just about happiness or meaning, but something much deeper? For decades, the pursuit of happiness or a sense of purpose has dominated our understanding of the good life. But today's guest, Shigeo Ishii, produces a transformative third dimension, psychological richness.
The idea that a life filled with diverse, novel, and even challenging experiences can be just as, if not more, fulfilling. Shigeo Ishii is one of the world's leading psychologists and the Marshall Field IV Professor of Psychology at the University of Chicago.
He has dedicated his career to studying happiness, meaning, and culture, building on the foundational work of his mentor, Ed Diener, while pushing the boundaries of what we know about well-being.
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