Ep. 528: Improve Your Hedonic Forecasting, Hacks for Reading More, and Mystery Revealed (Name of New Dog)

We explore the science of "hedonic forecasting"—our often-flawed ability to predict future happiness—and share strategies to make better life decisions. We debate the right approach to a “task cascade.” Plus, as part of #Read25in25, we discuss hacks for doing more reading. Finally, an answer to the burning question: What will my family name our new dog?

Resources & Links Related to this episode:

• Order your copy of Secrets of Adulthood
• Join me on book tour starting April 1, 2025
• Read 25 in 25
• Elizabeth is reading: The Spy Coast by Tess Gerritsen(Amazon, Bookshop)
• Gretchen is reading: Sun City by Tove Jansson(Amazon, Bookshop)

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