Using Constraints to Improve Creativity, Focus, and Decision-Making with David Epstein

Being Well with Dr. Rick Hanson by Being Well

May 4, 202677:40Health

If you’ve ever felt paralyzed by the options in your life, you’re not alone. Today, Forrest is joined by best-selling author David Epstein to discuss how constraints can lead to greater creativity, generativity, and, par...

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