Potential Psychology

"If we keep doing what we've always done - we can't expect brilliance to appear." In the 3rd episode of our brand new mini-series 'Fun and Wellbeing,' My co-host, Dr. Mike Rucker and I geek out about whether work can be fun. Feeling like you have control of your time and have enough time each day is a predictor of happiness. It's known as 'time affluence.' When we have the autonomy to choose the activities we spend our time on - at work and at home - our happiness quotient increases. In this conversation we explore:How taking time for fun and pleasure promotes productivity.The difference between 'algorithmic work' and 'knowledge work' and why we need to make the rules of the work game clear.What counts as work and some quick and easy tips on how to change your mindset about it in order to encourage creativity.Do prescribed 'fun' activities at work, work?How to reframe our thoughts, reclaim autonomy, and look for opportunities that invigorate to have more fun.Why protecting and reclaiming your time are key act