Episode

Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life | Catherine Price
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13:07
Published: Wed Jul 20 2022
Description

Have you had your daily dose of fun? It's not just enjoyable, it's also essential for your health and happiness, says science journalist Catherine Price. She proposes a new definition of fun -- what she calls "true fun" -- and shares easy, evidence-backed ways to weave playfulness, flow and connection into your everyday life.

Chapters
In this episode, the speaker explains the nature of fun memories, and how we tend to use the word "fun" to describe anything we do in our leisure time even if it's not enjoyable at all.
00:00 - 03:00 (03:00)
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Psychology
Summary

In this episode, the speaker explains the nature of fun memories, and how we tend to use the word "fun" to describe anything we do in our leisure time even if it's not enjoyable at all.

Episode
Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life | Catherine Price
Podcast
TED Talks Daily
The experience of having fun is a flow state, where we simply exist in the present.
03:00 - 09:45 (06:44)
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Science
Summary

The experience of having fun is a flow state, where we simply exist in the present. It's easy to recognize when someone is having fun because they look illuminated from within.

Episode
Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life | Catherine Price
Podcast
TED Talks Daily
Prioritizing fun can benefit relationships and personal life.
09:45 - 12:57 (03:12)
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Lifestyle
Summary

Prioritizing fun can benefit relationships and personal life. It's important to spend time with people you enjoy and engage in enjoyable activities.

Episode
Why having fun is the secret to a healthier life | Catherine Price
Podcast
TED Talks Daily