Episode
Guaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
32:49
Published: Tue Feb 21 2023
Description
There are precious few moments in life that guarantee joy. That’s what makes time spent with Richard Curtis or watching his films so special – you just know you’re in for a great time. Richard is the patron saint of love in the movies. He’s a writer and sometimes director known for optimistic, funny, and uplifting films like: Love Actually, About Time, Notting Hill, Bridget Jones’s Diary, Mr. Bean, and many more.I had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with Richard on Valentine’s Day of all days to talk about love, joy, charity, and optimism.This is…A Bit of Optimism.For more on Richard and his work check out:https://www.comicrelief.com/
Chapters
Screenwriter Richard Curtis' work in movies and TV shows like Love Actually and Notting Hill brings guaranteed joy to viewers, offering inspiration for finding happiness and doing good for others.
00:00 - 01:59 (01:59)
Summary
Screenwriter Richard Curtis' work in movies and TV shows like Love Actually and Notting Hill brings guaranteed joy to viewers, offering inspiration for finding happiness and doing good for others.
EpisodeGuaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The secret to being truly happy is to accept happiness as a definitive state, not a constant pursuit for more happiness, which can ultimately lead to discontentment.
01:59 - 10:23 (08:23)
Summary
The secret to being truly happy is to accept happiness as a definitive state, not a constant pursuit for more happiness, which can ultimately lead to discontentment.
EpisodeGuaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
In this episode, the speaker discusses the world of comedy and the world of correctable suffering and how we can give with joy instead of guilt.
10:23 - 17:28 (07:05)
Summary
In this episode, the speaker discusses the world of comedy and the world of correctable suffering and how we can give with joy instead of guilt. The theory is that we want people everywhere to have the right to laugh and feel joy and live without fear.
EpisodeGuaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The podcast host discusses the significance and value of guaranteed moments of joy and how it doesn't matter what is going on in the world, you can still find happiness.
17:28 - 24:22 (06:54)
Summary
The podcast host discusses the significance and value of guaranteed moments of joy and how it doesn't matter what is going on in the world, you can still find happiness.
EpisodeGuaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
The hard work and effort put into creations pay off by providing joy and satisfaction to the audience, making it all worth it.
24:22 - 31:37 (07:14)
Summary
The hard work and effort put into creations pay off by providing joy and satisfaction to the audience, making it all worth it. Achievements require hard work, but they are what makes life worth living.
EpisodeGuaranteed Joy with Richard Curtis
PodcastA Bit of Optimism
In the concluding part of Simon Sinek's interview with Richard Schwartz, he discusses the importance of moments of guaranteed joy and expresses his desire to come back in the future with new inspiration.
31:37 - 32:43 (01:05)
Summary
In the concluding part of Simon Sinek's interview with Richard Schwartz, he discusses the importance of moments of guaranteed joy and expresses his desire to come back in the future with new inspiration. They also recommend checking out the Optimism Library on Simon's website for access to over 35 classes on various topics.