Not a minute goes by without the term ‘AI’ being dropped. Most of us are buried on screens for hours and hours each day. We’re speaking less, we’re connecting less, we’re so, unbelievably BUSY. So what does it mean to stay human in this chaotic, at times overwhelming, world? And why does it matter so much right now – more than ever?

Join us in this compelling discussion with Dara Simkin, a global voice in play and founder of Culture Hero, as we explore the concept of being a full stack human. In a world overwhelmed by technology, Dara shares practical strategies for maintaining authenticity, emotional resilience, and human connection. This episode unpackages how to live more human amid rapid societal and technological change.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The metaphor of full stack humans inspired by technology programming
• How biases and early programming shape our identity and behaviors
• The immunity to change framework to overcome resistance and foster growth
• The importance of emotional awareness and feeling your feelings safely
• Strategies for staying human: connection, play, and authenticity
• The role of intelligent optimism and strategic hope in shaping a better future
• Recognizing and navigating achievement syndrome and systemic programming
• How to push back against societal pressures and systems that threaten our humanity
• The significance of holding multiple ideas and adaptable thinking
• The benefits of embodying a full stack human: vitality, aliveness, and resilience

Learn more about Dara's incredible work and much more at www.liveandworkmorehuman.com

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Today's Brain Snack explores the evolving landscape of hybrid work, its profitability, impact on productivity, mental health, and the future of office mandates with Professor of Economics at Stanford University, Nick Bloom. Nick share data-driven insights and practical advice for organizations navigating post-pandemic work models.

• Profitability of hybrid work
• Impact of remote work on mental health
• Optimal hybrid work schedules
• Employee engagement and loneliness
• Organizational strategies for hybrid work

Learn more in the full episode right here for our full conversation with Nick Bloom, and learn more about Live+Work More Human right here.

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In this insightful conversation, Alexis and Sally sit down with age expert and author Dr. Corinne Auman to candidly explore the realities of aging, challenging societal stereotypes and emphasizing the importance of a positive outlook. Corinne discusses how language, workplace biases, and cultural narratives shape our perceptions of aging, and offers practical advice on embracing this life stage with purpose and agency.

Key themes we explore include

• The trouble with societal perceptions of aging
• How capitalism impacts our conceptualization of aging
• The impact of language and stereotypes on the aging process
• Workplace ageism and diversity: and why diversity of age matters at work
• The importance of cultivating a positive outlook on aging
• Agency’s role in our aging (and its impact on longevity!)
• Gender disparities in aging experiences
• Practical starting points to counter your own agism

Learn more about Corinne's amazing work at www.liveandworkmorehuman.com

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