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May 2025
46m 22s

499: Falling in Love with Questions

MELINA PALMER
About this episode

In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Melina Palmer welcomes Elizabeth Weingarten, journalist and applied behavioral scientist, to discuss her enlightening new book, How to Fall in Love with Questions. Their conversation dives deep into the transformative power of questions and how embracing uncertainty can lead to personal growth and deeper connections.

Elizabeth shares her journey of exploring the importance of curiosity and the art of asking the right questions, particularly during challenging times. She discusses the four Cs that can guide listeners in cultivating a love for questions: curiosity, conversation, commitment, and community. Through engaging anecdotes and insights, Elizabeth illustrates how reframing our questions can lead to greater clarity and understanding, ultimately allowing us to navigate life's uncertainties with grace.

In this episode:

  • Discover the significance of cultivating curiosity and how it can enhance your life.
  • Learn about the power of community in supporting your journey through uncertainty.
  • Explore practical strategies for reframing questions to open up new possibilities.
  • Understand the role of commitment in developing a questions practice.
  • Gain insights into how to embrace uncertainty as a pathway to personal growth.

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