Episode #56: Navigating life’s choices: Daniel Pink on motivation, regrets, growth and flourishing

Daniel H. Pink is a renowned author known for his groundbreaking work on motivation, work, and human behavior. He is the author of five New York Times bestsellers, the most recent of which is The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, which explores the role of regret in personal and professional growth, offering new insights into how embracing our past can lead to a more fulfilling future. His other books include the New York Times bestsellers When and A Whole New Mind — as well as the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. 

Daniel’s books have won multiple awards, been translated into 46 languages, sold millions of copies around the world, and consistently appeared on bestseller lists. His work has garnered widespread acclaim from business leaders, educators, and policymakers. His articles have appeared in The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Slate, and other publications. He has appeared frequently on NPR, PBS, ABC, CNN, and other TV and radio networks in the US and abroad. Dan’s ability to blend scientific research with compelling storytelling provides actionable insights for individuals and organizations looking to improve their performance and well-being. 

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• Most recent book: The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward (2022)
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Timestamps:

[02:15] The power of regret.

[05:32] Regret and its usefulness.

[08:35] Resistance to discussing regret.

[12:29] Regrets of action and inaction.

[15:42] Core regrets identified in the research.

[19:29] Cultural differences in regrets.

[25:45] Four core regrets for flourishing.

[31:42] Types of regrets and well-being.

[35:42] Regrets and positivity in life.

[41:14] Dealing with regrets.

[50:55] Anticipating future regrets.

[56:36] The Flourishing Question