House Calls with Dr. Vivek Murthy | 7.10.2024 | Episode 52: Adam Grant

What makes us successful?
What makes our lives fulfilling?
Are they the same things?

We’re exposed to so many ideas of what is success, it’s not always easy to be clear on what path best serves us. This episode’s guest, Adam Grant, is an organizational psychologist and expert on what motivates us, what gives us meaning, and how we can live more generous and creative lives.

This conversation takes some personal turns, with Adam and the Surgeon General talking about their friendship, marriage, kids, and recent struggles, including a shared tendency to seek out the approval of others. They open up about failures and how we can learn from them.

Adam also shares an unconventional idea for helping his kids feel valued and loved. Listen as this episode gets real about what’s at the heart of a fulfilling life.

(03:30) How does Adam Grant define success?
(07:44) Are fame, fortune, and power really the values we need for successful lives?
(12:05) Why do character and values matter and how do we cultivate them?
(20:08) How does Adam create boundaries for tech and social media in his own life?
(27:01) How does Adam extend what he studies as an organizational psychologist to his children?
(39:42) Why does Adam find value in being open about his struggles and failures?
(44:39) How can we talk about our current struggles, even when it’s sensitive?
(46:50) Dr. Vivek Murthy shares a personal struggle of his own.
(48:20) How can we address habits and traits that impact our relationships?
(51:48) Should Meeting Night become the new Date Night?
(55:16) How does Adam find time to cultivate and maintain friendships?
(01:01:11) Do we have to learn lessons by making mistakes ourselves? Can’t we learn from the mistakes of others?
(01:07:57) What gives Adam hope?

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