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Puzzles that impact your life
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If you want to improve your thinking skills while having fun, lateral thinking puzzles or challenging crosswords, such as those found in puzzle boxes, are a great choice.
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Learn about the benefits of puzzles that not only provide enjoyment but also improve problem-solving skills and become a cult item for collectors.
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Puzzles
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Learn about the benefits of puzzles that not only provide enjoyment but also improve problem-solving skills and become a cult item for collectors.
ChapterPuzzles that impact your life
Episode#588: A.J. Jacobs — How to Be Less Furious and More Curious
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The guest and the host talk about Japanese puzzle boxes, their intricate designs and ball bearings or other weight-loaded components that shift only if tilted in a certain direction.
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Japanese puzzle boxes.
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The guest and the host talk about Japanese puzzle boxes, their intricate designs and ball bearings or other weight-loaded components that shift only if tilted in a certain direction. They also mention Darren Aronofsky’s fascination with puzzle boxes and his commissioned desk with 22 secret puzzles in it.