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Flourish FM

What does it take to flourish? We started Flourish FM to share cutting edge research from world experts on how to thrive, so you can take away big ideas and practical steps to enhance your life, the lives of others, and, ultimately, make the world a better place. Flourish FM is hosted by Dr. Jon Beale and Dr. Nick Holton, and in collaboration with the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University, the Department of Education at the University of Oxford, and The Shipley School.

  1. Episode #65: How to improve your well-being and recover from mental illness,  with Dr. Lindsay Oades

    1月28日

    Episode #65: How to improve your well-being and recover from mental illness, with Dr. Lindsay Oades

    Dr. Lindsay G. Oades is an internationally acclaimed, multi award-winning well-being scientist, researcher, public policy strategist, educator and author. He is Deputy Dean and Professor of Wellbeing Science at the University of Melbourne. He has recently worked with UNESCO on the International Science and Evidence Based Education Assessment. He is former Director of Action for Happiness Australia and non-executive Director of the Positive Education Schools Association. He was awarded the Australian Government citation in 2013 for an outstanding contribution to student learning.   Lindsay’s major research contribution has been in well-being and mental health recovery. He developed a mental health recovery model – the Collaborative Recovery Model – which is a positive psychology coaching model, used to assist people with mental illness.    Lindsay is the author of six books, and over 150 journal articles and book chapters related to well-being, recovery and coaching. As a sought after speaker known to provoke thought, Lindsay has given keynote or invited presentations in 14 nations.    Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com   Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast   Links: Website LinkedIn Twitter Google Scholar page Wikipedia page Forthcoming book: The Health and Well-Being Coaches’ Handbook (co-edited with Jonathan Passmore & Badri Bajaj) (Routledge, 2025) Book mentioned in episode: Psychological Recovery: Beyond Mental Illness (co-authored with Retta Andresen and Peter Caputi) (Wiley-Blackwell, 2011) Timestamps:   [02:12] Recovery model stages explained. [04:25] Importance of relationships for well-being. [09:25] Language's impact on wellbeing. [12:18] Well-being literacy framework. [18:31] Organisational language and wellbeing. [21:24] Mental illness vs. well-being. [28:48] Autonomy and agency in recovery. [37:46] Stages of collaborative recovery. [39:57] Collaborative recovery model in practice. [45:17] Human flourishing in education. [50:30] Central purpose of education. [54:29] Wellbeing literacy community.

    52 分钟
  2. Episode #64: Gretchen Rubin on Happiness and Human Nature

    1月14日

    Episode #64: Gretchen Rubin on Happiness and Human Nature

    Gretchen Rubin is one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness and human nature. She’s known for her ability to convey complex ideas – from science to literature to stories from her own life – with levity and clarity. Gretchen is the author of many books, which have sold millions of copies in more than thirty languages, and include five New York Times bestsellers: The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, The Four Tendencies, Happier at Home and Outer Order, Inner Calm. Her most recent book is Life in Five Senses. Gretchen is host of the popular podcast Happier with Gretchen Rubin, which has more than 220 million downloads, and is founder of the award-winning Happier app, which helps people track their happiness-boosting habits. Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast Links: Website LinkedIn Instagram Twitter YouTube TikTok Facebook Course: The Happiness Project App: Happier Podcast: Happier with Gretchen Rubin Gretchen’s happiness quizzes Latest book: Life in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the World (2023) New York Times bestseller: The Happiness Project: Or, Why I Spent a Year Trying to Sing in the Morning, Clean My Closets, Fight Right, Read Aristotle, and Generally Have More Fun (2009) Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Gretchen Rubin02:09 - Defining Happiness06:04 - Practical Approaches to Happiness08:18 - Key Elements for Building Happiness12:37 - Feeling Good, Feeling Bad, Feeling Right, and Growth18:13 - The Usefulness of Terms like Flourishing23:25 - Happiness Doesn't Always Mean Feeling Happy31:47 - Identifying Key Habits for Happiness35:56 - Unorthodox Strategies for Happiness40:06 - The Value of Repetition and Familiarity in Happiness

    58 分钟
  3. 1月1日

    Episode #63: How to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life, with Oliver Burkeman

    Oliver Burkeman is a British journalist, author, and speaker whose work focuses on productivity, time management, and finding meaning in our fast-paced world. He graduated from the University of Cambridge, where he studied Social and Political Sciences, informing his critical examination of societal expectations around productivity and success. Burkeman’s focus often centers on rethinking productivity and well-being, as he explores the limitations of traditional time management strategies in his popular book, Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals, which has sparked broad interest for its unique perspective on finding balance in a finite life. His most recent book is Meditations for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts (2024), which offers a map for a liberating journey towards a more meaningful life, beginning with where we actually find ourselves, not with a fantasy of where we’d like to be. His unique approach has resonated with readers worldwide, and his regular newsletter, The Imperfectionist, delves into themes of productivity, mortality, and intentional living. Previously, Burkeman was a longtime columnist for The Guardian, where he explored the intersection of psychology and self-help. Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast Links: Website Twitter Most recent book: Meditation for Mortals: Four Weeks to Embrace Your Limitations and Make Time for What Counts (2024)  Previous books: Four Thousand Weeks, The Antidote and Help!  Newsletter: The Imperfectionist Blog Timestamps: [01:57] Finite nature of our lives. [06:40] Imperfectionism as a solution. [09:34] Acceptance of human finitude. [12:51] The limits of optimization. [22:09] Being vs. doing in life. [29:30] Toxic productivity vs. healthy productivity. [30:33] Human discomfort with mortality. [35:27] Burnout and productivity relationship. [39:58] Dysfunctional attempts at spirituality. [43:25] Meaningful life and flourishing. [45:26] Confronting life’s finitude and discomfort. [50:54] The role of discomfort in growth. [53:08] Living a fulfilling and meaningful life.

    51 分钟
  4. 2024/12/10

    Episode #62: Is Our Modern Civilization Helping or Hindering Flourishing? Insights and Answers with Dr. Christopher Ryan

    Dr. Christopher Ryan is a thought-provoking author, researcher, and host of the podcast Tangentially Speaking. He gained international recognition with his New York Times bestseller Sex at Dawn (co-authored with Cacilda Jethá), which reexamines human sexuality through the lens of anthropology and evolutionary biology, challenging conventional views on monogamy and societal norms. His latest book, Civilized to Death, critiques modern society, arguing that progress has often detracted from our well-being.  Chris’s work has been translated into over twenty languages, and appeared on Netflix, HBO, MSNBC, Fox News, CNN, NPR, The New York Times, The Times of London, The Washington Post, Time, Newsweek, National Geographic, and The Atlantic. Chris has been a featured speaker at TED, SXSW. With a Ph.D. in psychology, Chris combines his expertise with wide-ranging experiences from his global travels, where he has lived among diverse cultures and explored alternative lifestyles. Chris’s work explores human nature, questioning the narrative of civilization as inherently beneficial, invites readers to rethink how we live and relate to one another, engaging audiences with a critical yet hopeful perspective on human potential and flourishing. His work bridges the gap between academic theory and practical wisdom, engaging audiences with a critical yet hopeful perspective on human potential and flourishing. Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast Links: Website Substack Twitter Instagram Facebook Podcast: Tangentially Speaking Books: Sex at Dawn: How We Mate, Why We Stray, and What It Means for Modern Relationships (2010, co-authored with Cacilda Jethá); Civilized to Death: The Price of Progress (2019) Civilized to Death Cocktail Party Cheat Sheet (common objections to arguments and Chris’ replies)  Timestamps: [00:02:53] Detrimental effects of modern progress. [00:06:29] Social isolation and community decline. [00:17:21] Cultural differences in lifestyles. [00:20:56] Hunter-gatherer societal values. [00:24:42] Interdependence and community importance. [00:39:47] The importance of "enough." [00:41:47] Wealth and happiness paradox. [00:46:07] Disaster sociology and human resilience. [00:49:10] Pursuing true personal values.

    49 分钟
  5. Episode #61: “Toxic Productivity” and Our Ability to Flourish, with Israa Nasir

    2024/11/26

    Episode #61: “Toxic Productivity” and Our Ability to Flourish, with Israa Nasir

    Israa Nasir, MHC-LP, is a psychotherapist, writer, and the founder of WellGuide, a digital community for mental health awareness. She recently published Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World that Always Demands More (November 2024), a book that demonstrates how to challenge the various masks of toxic productivity and societal pressures around managing time by focusing on emotional regulation. A Pakistani-Canadian child of immigrants, Israa has a specific focus on mental health, identity formation and healing for the AAPI first- and second-generation immigrant community. Israa has been featured in major publications including NBC, Vox, Huffpost and Teen Vogue, and has been invited to speak at corporations and institutions such as Google, Meta, and Yale University. Israa sits on the Mental Health Advisory Board for both PopSugar (Vox Media) and the menstrual health product and advocacy brand, August. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of Toronto, a Master’s in Counseling from Adelphi University, and certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy.  With over a decade of experience as a licensed therapist in Ontario and New York, Israa specializes in empowering individuals through therapy, workshops, and engaging content that addresses emotional well-being. Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast Links: Website Instagram TikTok LinkedIn Newsletter Recently published book: Toxic Productivity: Reclaim Your Time and Emotional Energy in a World that Always Demands More  Timestamps: [04:08] Emotional intelligence domains explained. [11:06] Emotional intelligence in society today. [19:02] Emotional intelligence and optimal performance. [23:15] Importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. [29:29] Emotional intelligence and health. [34:39] Emotional intelligence and flourishing. [36:55] Emotional intelligence in education. [41:40] Learning new habits through mindfulness. [47:29] Cognitive control and flourishing. [49:16] Cognitive control's long-term effects. [58:49] Group-level emotional intelligence.

    50 分钟
  6. Episode #60: Emotional Intelligence and Resilience with “EI” Pioneer, Dr. Daniel Goleman

    2024/11/12

    Episode #60: Emotional Intelligence and Resilience with “EI” Pioneer, Dr. Daniel Goleman

    Psychologist and author of Emotional Intelligence, Daniel Goleman, Ph.D., has transformed the way the world educates children, relates to family and friends, leads, and conducts business. A frequent speaker on campuses and to businesses of all kinds and sizes, he has worked with organizations around the globe, examining the way social and emotional competencies impact the bottom-line. Ranked one of the 10 most influential business thinkers by the Wall Street Journal, Goleman’s articles in the Harvard Business Review are among the most frequently requested reprints. Goleman has won many awards, including the HBR McKinsey Award for best article of the year. Harvard’s Graduate School of Arts and Sciences awarded him its Centennial Medallion.    Apart from his writing on emotional intelligence, Goleman has written books on topics including self-deception, creativity, transparency, meditation, social and emotional learning, eco-literacy and the ecological crisis. His latest book, Optimal: How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence Every Day (2024), shows why emotional intelligence can help each of us have rewarding and productive days. Goleman’s online Emotional Intelligence Program offers anyone a deep understanding of the competencies of self-awareness, self-management, empathy and social skill.   Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com   Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast   Links: Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Bestselling book: Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ (1995) Most recent book: Optimal: How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence Every Day (2024) Other books Goleman’s online Emotional Intelligence Program Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations Timestamps: [04:08] Emotional intelligence domains explained. [11:06] Emotional intelligence in society today. [19:02] Emotional intelligence and optimal performance. [23:15] Importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. [29:29] Emotional intelligence and health. [34:39] Emotional intelligence and flourishing. [36:55] Emotional intelligence in education. [41:40] Learning new habits through mindfulness. [47:29] Cognitive control and flourishing. [49:16] Cognitive control's long-term effects. [58:49] Group-level emotional intelligence.

    58 分钟
  7. Episode #59: How to Harness Meaning, Mattering and Purpose for a Flourishing Work Life, with Dr. Zach Mercurio

    2024/10/29

    Episode #59: How to Harness Meaning, Mattering and Purpose for a Flourishing Work Life, with Dr. Zach Mercurio

    Zach Mercurio, Ph.D., is a researcher, author, and speaker specializing in purposeful leadership, mattering, meaningful work, and positive organizational psychology. As author of The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with the Power of Authentic Purpose, Zach has inspired individuals and organizations to discover and leverage their unique purpose to drive engagement and success. He is also a leading expert on workplace culture, helping leaders cultivate environments where people feel valued and motivated. His research on meaningful work has received awards from the Association for Talent Development, the Academy of Management, and the Academy of Human Resource Development.    With a Ph.D. in Organizational Learning, Performance, and Change, Zach’s work research and practical insights have been featured in major outlets like Forbes, Psychology Today, and Harvard Business Review. He works with hundreds of organizations worldwide to forge purposeful leaders who enable mattering, motivation, well-being, and performance.    Zach’s next book is The Power of Mattering: How Leaders Can Create a Culture of Significance (Harvard Business Review Press, 2025), which reveals how experiencing mattering to others is a fundamental, yet often overlooked, requirement for thriving. Zach’s mission is to help people and organizations realize their potential by unlocking the power of purpose and meaning in their work.   Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com   Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast   Links: Website LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Facebook Forthcoming book: The Power of Mattering: How Leaders Can Create a Culture of Significance (Harvard Business Review Press 2025) Most recent book: The Invisible Leader: Transform Your Life, Work, and Organization with the Power of Authentic Purpose (Advantage, 2017) “How to Create Mattering at Work,” Medium, November 2022. Timestamps: [00:03:06] Importance of mattering to others. [00:11:44] Mattering and self-actualization. [00:15:01] Community and individual well-being. [00:21:25] The power of mattering. [00:22:29] An anti-mattering epidemic. [00:26:30] Resilience in toxic environments. [00:35:01] Feeling irreplaceable in the workplace. [00:38:03] Value of recognizing individuals. [00:44:34] Moments of mattering in work. [00:49:17] Mitigating burnout through social support. [00:56:05] Reskilling to combat loneliness. [00:59:05] Helping others flourish through connection.

    56 分钟
  8. 2024/10/15

    Episode #58: How to Clean Up Your Mental Mess & Flourish, with Dr. Caroline Leaf

    Dr. Caroline Leaf is a clinical and research neuroscientist, communication pathologist, and author, recognized for her groundbreaking work on brain science and mental health. With a Ph.D. in Communication Pathology, Caroline focuses on the mind-brain connection and the transformative power of thought management for enhancing mental well-being. Her mission is “to make mental healthcare, knowledge about the power of our minds, and tools for improving learning and memory affordable, accessible, and applicable to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, or religion.” Caroline is the author of several bestselling books, including Switch On Your Brain: The Key to Peak Happiness, Thinking, and Health, which explores the impact of neuroplasticity and thought management on personal growth. Her most recent book, Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: Five Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking (2021) offers practical strategies for overcoming mental clutter and enhancing emotional well-being. Through her work, Caroline integrates scientific research with actionable insights, helping individuals harness the power of their thoughts to create meaningful and positive changes in their lives. As a sought-after speaker and global advocate, she continues to inspire and educate on the intersection of cognitive neuroscience and holistic mental health. Learn more and subscribe at flourishfmpodcast.com   Follow us: YouTube @flourishfmcast Instagram @flourishfmpodcast TikTok @flourishfmpodcast Twitter @flourishfmcast Facebook @flourishfmcast LinkedIn @flourishfmpodcast   Links: Website Instagram TikTok Facebook Twitter YouTube Podcast Most recent book: Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess: Five Simple, Scientifically Proven Steps to Reduce Anxiety, Stress, and Toxic Thinking (Baker Books, 2021) Neurocycle app Cleaning Up the Mental Mess podcast Timestamps: [01:58] Neurocycling. [06:58] Non-conscious mind functions explained. [10:20] Neuroplasticity and conscious mind interaction. [18:11] Habit formation and trauma processing. [00:25:37] Neuroplasticity and brain change. [00:31:21] Neuroplasticity and mental mess cleanup. [34:41] Neurocycle for managing trauma. [41:08] Biomedical model of mental health. [49:19] Mindstorm writing process. [54:15] Daily mental health practices. [57:23] Overcoming learned helplessness. [01:00:04] App for mental health support.

    59 分钟
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What does it take to flourish? We started Flourish FM to share cutting edge research from world experts on how to thrive, so you can take away big ideas and practical steps to enhance your life, the lives of others, and, ultimately, make the world a better place. Flourish FM is hosted by Dr. Jon Beale and Dr. Nick Holton, and in collaboration with the Human Flourishing Program at Harvard University, the Department of Education at the University of Oxford, and The Shipley School.

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