2107: The Science of Becoming a Better & Happier Parent

Why do men fall into the trap of being a provider first? (2:22) The power and value of adoption. (6:42) The different kinds of fatherhood. (11:54) How dopamine lies behind all addiction. (17:32) The dangers of pornography for young men. (22:24) The three macronutrients to happiness. (28:12) The cult of youth. (31:07) The secrets of a successful marriage. (36:06) Tactical methods to improve your happiness. (39:40) Why men become men when they become fathers. (47:25) Loving people is different than using them. (49:22) Educators rather than influencers. (53:03) The importance of having a transcendental practice. (55:23) Electing the hard thing because you chose the divine path. (58:25) The problem with being an activist rather than a volunteer. (1:00:51) The love vs. fear polarity. (1:05:44) Managing the pain so it’s no longer managing you. (1:09:00) Experience and reps matter. (1:17:26) Gambling is an interesting dopamine phenomenon. (1:20:07) Entrepreneurial orientation spectrum. (1:22:30) The five dimensions of human personality. (1:29:25) The “I” self vs. the “me” self. (1:33:36) Life is a pilgrimage. (1:40:38) Related Links/Products Mentioned Exclusively for Mind Pump listeners join IHP and Equi.life for 2 full days of live exhibitions, inspiring keynote discussions, and engaging expert panels The Reimagining Health Summit on October 12-13 in Fort Lauderdale, FL. **Code MINDPUMP for $100 off at checkout** June Promotion: MAPS Cardio | Summer Shredded Bundle | Bikini Bundle 50% off! **Code JUNE50 at checkout** The two faces of oxytocin - American Psychological Association (APA) From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life – Book by Arthur C. Brooks Marriage Is a Team Sport, Not a Competition - The Atlantic How Wanting Less Leads to Satisfaction - The Atlantic Choose the Activism That Won't Make You Miserable Oprah teams with Arthur C. Brooks on book about happiness Research: Why Immigrants Are More Likely to Become Entrepreneurs How to Be Less Self-Centered - The Atlantic What Is Metacognition? How Does It Help Us Think? How to Stop Freaking Out - The Atlantic How to Hike the Camino de Santiago - Uncommon Path   Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources Featured Guest/People Mentioned Arthur Brooks (@arthurcbrooks) Instagram Oprah (@oprah) Instagram