Best Gregg Cochlan Podcasts (2024)

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93: “The Wisdom Formula - A Practical Model 38:35

13d ago38:35

38:35

In this podcast, Gregg, Dave, and Ron bring together their collective thoughts about Wisdom. Moving closer to a true formula after a one-year conversation. Experiences. Knowledge. Maturity. Past discussions all adding up to a fuller definition and appreciation of the elements of Wisdom in action. Reference What is Noosphere https://humanenergy.io/p…

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# 92 The Wisdom Formula 56:34

2M ago56:34

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In this episode,Gregg, Ron, and Dave start to pull together the year-long conversation about “what is wisdom?”. Partly a summary of our previous podcasts on wisdom, this episode also includes some new conclusions. Thoughts about maturity. Just what is an elder. And how wisdom can be seen as both a noun and a verb. Finally, an endearing story showin…

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#91 Wisdom Study - Stories & Practice 1:05:29

5M ago1:05:29

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Wisdom Practice - Understanding Elon Musk, Understanding Ourselves In this eposide, Gregg, Dave, and Ron use an interview of Elon Musk to see what Elon’s story triggers in them. Why do I react the way that I do? Do I like him? Do I judge him? Am I impressed, why or why not? We unpack our reactions, and become more self-aware. It can be a worthwhile…

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#90 The Wisdom Practice - Why Do I Speak? 23:39

5M ago23:39

23:39

In this episode, Dave, Ron, and Gregg examine the motivation behind our speaking. Is it ego? Is it fear? Is it our generosity of spirit? What is the wise thinking that proceeds wise speaking? We have some ideas. Note: In this podcast we refer to spiral dynamics & developmental theory here's a link in a summary. Spiral Dynamics- Clare Graves & Don B…

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#89: The Wisdom Practise Model - Keys To The Practice 52:20

6M ago52:20

52:20

In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron explore how to aid wisdom to surface in our everyday lives. Dinner parties. Discussions over beer. Meeting an old friend. When discussing serious issues can we be kind and generous? Or is it just about looking smart, being right? We want to grow in wisdom, even if it costs us our certainty. In this episode we r…

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#88 Wisdom Practice - Constant Learning 1:01:25

7M ago1:01:25

1:01:25

In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron describe what it’s like to stay vigilant in self-analysis. Beliefs, opinions, and positions must be open to periodic assessment. What’s behind our beliefs? How did we get here? Being simply for or against something is simple, but life requires more of us. Join us in looking at what healthy adulthood means. Wisd…

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#87 The Wisdom Practice: Theology, Examined Or Unexamined 40:44

7M ago40:44

40:44

In this podcast, Gregg, Ron, and Dave examined the impact of our personal experience with theology. Or not. Pausing for self-analysis bears fruit. Even profound impact. What am I for? Or against? Has that evolved over time? Do my beliefs lead to me being conservative or liberal? What is my story? Wisdom Practice Model Story- Ology’s – Explore Belie…

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#86 Wisdom Practice - Climate Change, Dave's Story, Our Reflections 58:10

7M ago58:10

58:10

In this episode, Dave leads us off sharing his love and experience with the great outdoors. Plus his climate change concerns. Gregg and Ron join in. Beliefs. Concerns. Biases. Activism [or not]. So what? By running their stories and thoughts through the wisdom practice model, each gain something. Is the planet in a better place? We’re sure it is…we…

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# 85 The Wisdom Project: Living With The Wisdom Practice Model, Plus "The Pumpkin Story” 1:01:25

8M ago1:01:25

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In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron examine their study of wisdom as a “personal learning model”. Stories, beliefs, and meaningful reflections on life. Their impact on self and others. Creating space between what happens in our life and our response to it. At the end of this discussion is a sweet, simple story from Dave about a six-year-old and a…

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#84 Wisdom Practice - Part 4 - Excerpts From The Journey 29:41

8M ago29:41

29:41

In this episode, Ron, Gregg, and Dave begin to practice what they preach. Understanding self begins with an understanding of our own stories, our own beliefs. Religion, love, politics, and more. What stories/beliefs have lasted a lifetime? Do we understand them intellectually, emotionally, and relationally? If we do, we grow, into a wisdom that mak…

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#83 Wisdom Practice-The Middle East Conflict, Understanding Ourselves 52:23

8M ago52:23

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In this episode, Gregg, Ron, and Dave analyze their respective reactions to the war. What’s my story, my perspective, my ability to understand the conflict [or not]? Yes, the conflict is complex. Realities can quickly become emotional. Even if I find myself at a safe distance, there is the risk of escalation. And the media brings the war right into…

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# 82 Wisdom Practice - Part Two - Introduction 11:28

8M ago11:28

11:28

In this episode, Gregg and Ron reintroduce concepts and models concerning the quest for wisdom. Our discussions over several months have surfaced practical steps leading to what we are calling our “wisdom process model”. Our stories lead to beliefs. Our beliefs form the basis for our wisdom. Are you ready for new perspectives? Join the journey… Wis…

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#81 Wisdom Project Part One - Love Story 23:21

8M ago23:21

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In this episode, Ron tells a story of love and growth, during a profound life changing realization. Gregg and Dave help Ron find the wisdom in his story. How did he arrive at certainty? What were the theological and psychological factors at play? How do we find a solid confidence in our inner voice? Important questions, especially in the afternoon …

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#80 Podcast: Stories Bring Philosophy Alive 1:06:09

1y ago1:06:09

1:06:09

In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron accept the challenge to remember the people and stories that helped shape their lives. From family members to research leaders and influential people from business. Our virtues and values surface out of stories. Our lives hold promise because we’ve been blessed by others. Links The Science of Everyday Ethics Mc…

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#79: Philosophy’s Foundation - Know Thyself, Know The Masters 48:16

1y ago48:16

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In this episode, Gregg provides a philosophical framework, call it the elements of “character". Ron and Dave react and add their impressions including references from their life journeys. Learning and growing is a do-it-yourself project, dictated by our unique life experiences. But we can learn from the masters, the wisdom of the ages. Part 2 Resou…

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#78: In Search Of Wisdom - Finding Our Footing 33:18

1y ago33:18

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In this episode, Gregg lays down the premise that Philosophy is the logical next exploration in search of Wisdom. Ron and Dave react, and add. How can we make our study personal, but also of benefit to others? We have a growing platter of subjects and studies. Will we keep it simple? Not easy, and this conversation is our Part 1…

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#77 - Behind The Scenes: Wondering About The Foundations Of Wisdom 44:55

1y ago44:55

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In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron brainstorm "where do we want to take the podcast next?” Philosophy, spirituality, maybe the cardinal virtues? Stoicism? Can we make the complex simple? Can we avoid creating an orthodoxy? Bottom line, “know thyself”. Better yet, “be thy self”. Links' Fulton Breen- Novarete We've mentioned Fulton in this podcast…

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#76 - “Pay Attention” to what you are "Paying for Attention!" 45:13

1y ago45:13

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The Fallout From Negative News Media Starts With Winning Your Attention In this episode, Ron, Dave and Gregg comment on the many faceted “Emissions” article by NYU Professor Scott Galloway. Electronic media. Artificial Intelligence. Polarized cable news. Click-bait. Rage. We’re all in over our heads. Is there anyway to fight this battle? Start by p…

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#75 Part 4 of 4: Democracy Workouts - Study, Practice, And Self-Honesty 1:04:33

1y ago1:04:33

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In this episode, Ron, Gregg, and Dave explore the variety of ways to sharpen our thinking and soften our empathy. Becoming a better citizen goes beyond knowing our position on issues. We must have a perspective, but add to that better skills of caring about others, listening to others, and managing our emotional life. Can we hope to discover common…

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#75 - Part 3 of 4, Getting In Shape - Exploring Ways To Think And Act In Face Of Today’s Politics 38:48

1+ y ago38:48

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In this episode, Dave, Gregg, and Ron discuss our capability to effectively participate in a functioning democracy. We have good habits and bad habits. We have respectful dialogue and we have noise. One possible tool is the practice of polarity thinking. But it takes a certain maturity. Can we get there? Spiral Dynamics- Clare Graves & Don Beck htt…

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# 75 - Part 2 of 4, Laying Out The Developmental Journey - And How It Connects To The Public Discourse 1:13:36

1+ y ago1:13:36

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In this episode, Gregg, Dave, and Ron lay out the levels and stages of Spiral Dynamics, the adult development “ladder” of Clair Graves/Don Beck. The trio then connects these levels of maturity to current political life, specifically to our sense of citizenship and civility. Summary of Developmental Theory- Spiral Dynamics - Eight Stages 1. Beige: T…

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# 75 – Part 1 of 4 Introduction to Developmental Theory/ Psychology - Maturity Gets A Framework, 55:48

1+ y ago55:48

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The Wisdom Project: Maturity Gets A Framework, Part 1 In this episode, Ron, Dave, and Gregg set the stage for understanding the contemporary path for self-actualization. The trio explores adult development, establishing a foundation leading to a richer appreciation of life. They set the stage with lessons about the journey to maturity. Exploring co…

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Podcast #74 Intelligence Is Expanding, Are You Ready? 46:51

1+ y ago46:51

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In this episode, Gregg, Ron, and Dave explore the universe of collective consciousness. Or, call it human collective intelligence. The Jesuit anthropologist Pierre Tiellard de Chardin referred to it as the “noosphere”. Why is this important? Today the technology of artificial intelligence, advancing at warp speed, is changing our reality. It’s here…

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#73 - Becoming Eighty: The Journey To Retirement 56:25

1+ y ago56:25

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In this episode, Dave Derksen and Gregg interview Ron on his recent paper, "Becoming Eighty". The paper is a personal essaynoting the psychological concepts, life experiences, and learning steps that map out Ron’s journey to retirement. Starting with Carl Jung’s metaphor of the “afternoon of life”, the team examines multiple principles for changing…

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#72 - Adult Development - The Second Half Of Life 1:02:59

1+ y ago1:02:59

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron interview Dave Derksen about his own learning pathway after a 30 year career as an educator and administrator. We take child development for granted, but adult development stages are less widely known. Citing psychologist Carl Jung and many others, Gregg, Ron, and Dave lay the groundwork for getting the most out of th…

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#71 - Remembering Don Beck And Developmental Psychology 52:36

2y ago52:36

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In this podcast, Gregg and Ron dive into a discussion on developmental psychology, its perspectives and complexities. On the global and cultural stage, DP gives us language and perspectives to understand different worldviews and how they evolve.There are maps of the territory. Ever enlightening. Including our own personal cosmic addresses Dr.Don Be…

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#70 Life Transitions (Part Two)- Journaling As a Transition Practice 44:42

2y ago44:42

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Gregg continues to interview Ron about his journaling as a transition practice. What goes into the journal? How do you turn it into action? How to renew and recommit, why? And finally, what might be the goals in the "afternoon of life”?Everyone gets to answer the life questions for themselves. The exploration goes on…

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#69 - Life Transitions And Aging 52:36

2y ago52:36

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We are built to grow, even as we approach 80 years, or 100. What can applied psychology teach us? Gregg and I begin to explore the concepts available to them. Carl Jung’s “afternoon of life”; Bill Bridges’ transition principles; Scott Barry Kaufman’s self-actualization constructs. How to turn information into knowledge, and finally into application…

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#68. Mindset For Well-Being: New TPI Curriculum For The Times We Live In 32:51

2+ y ago32:51

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In this episode, Ron and Gregg review their experience of helping build the new TPI Curriculum. Over the last 5 years, given all the changes and challenges in our respective societies, TPI has emerged with a new opportunity to make a difference. From well-being theory to virtual Zoom seminars to facing the anxiety of Covid. The journey has been unp…

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# 67 The Statue of Responsibility- Balancing Freedom and Responsibility 31:38

2+ y ago31:38

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron explore the balancing poles of freedom and responsibility. In our current Covid environment, what are our individual rights? What is our civic responsibility? It depends… Join us in wondering about the playing field that includes health and politics Links Podcasts Ryan Holiday on America’s missing Statue of Responsibi…

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#66 Post-Covid Transition - Efficacy, Optimism & Imagination 46:35

3y ago46:35

46:35

In this episode, Gregg and Ron start to analyze our way forward out of covid. You’ve got to have a positive strategy. In our case, as encouraged by Dr. Martin Seligman, we look at the elements of efficacy[agency], optimism, and imagination. It takes a mindset. To be solution finders. And to control the negativity and danger even. Hopeful thinking i…

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# 65 “Post-Covid, How Do We Get Out Of This Polarization?” 47:56

3y ago47:56

47:56

In this episode, Ron and Gregg continue to unpack the challenges and learnings of the times we live in. Covid didn’t help, but we seem more polarized than ever. Are you for or against? Beyond vaccinations and masks, we are strongly opinionated about many things. Can we just peacefully coexist? We’re not so sure, are we?…

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# 64 Post Covid - It’s Not Too Early To Have A Strategy 28:00

3y ago28:00

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron explore the beginnings of building a post-covid mindset. What will be our family arrangements, our workplace arrangements? Covid has been disruptive, but not always negative. Can we be adaptable and flexible? Now we are entering into a new, new reality…are we ready?By Gregg Cochlan & Ron Medved

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#63- 50 Year Anniversary Memories - Sports 30:35

3y ago30:35

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In this last Anniversary episode, Ron go back to re-live the experiences of working with the USA Olympic Swim Team.The story includes an interesting cast of characters: Lou and Diane Tice, Pete Carroll, Dr. Al Bandura, Jack Fitterer, Ron , and others from TPI. Influencing high performance athletes and coaches has been a steady activity at TPI over …

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#62 50 Year Anniversary Memories - Sports 41:16

3y ago41:16

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron reminisce about early TPI Sports projects. Including the Phoenix Suns [NBA], Kirk Gibson [MLB], and the Edmonton Oilers [NHL]. Also the importance of philosophy and psychology in sports. Ron describes the the beginning of the Alabama Football project, and its deliberate plan for success.…

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#61 50th Anniversary Memories - Ron Stories, The TPI Mission/Purpose 25:47

3y ago25:47

25:47

In this episode, Gregg interviews Ron about his trip to Saudi Arabia, the significance of cultural differences, and the memorable clients he met along the way. Gregg color-comments, adding perspective and detail, including the enduring rationale that is The Pacific Institute’s message to the world.By Gregg Cochlan & Ron Medved

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#60 - 50th Anniversary Memories.- Ron's Reflections 43:56

3y ago43:56

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Ron Stories, Military & Aerospace In this episode, Gregg interviews Ron to uncover significant stories from The Pacific Institute history. Covered here are Ron’s recollections of military and aerospace clients and projects. Including the reasons and people who made these stories happen…By Gregg Cochlan & Ron Medved

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Podcast #59- 50th Anniversary Memories 2010 Onward 41:01

3y ago41:01

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In this episode, Ron and Gregg cover the important years of transition planning, Lou Tice’s passing, and secession. How do you move beyond Lou Tice, and his very personal company and mission? The role of Diane Tice.The creation of new educational programs. New Assessment Tools, Partners, Investment. Technology changes, including new digital platfor…

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#58 - 50th Anniversary Memories The 2000's 21:30

3y ago21:30

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In this episode, Ron and Gregg, remember significant people and projects as we entered the new century. The book: The Culture Of Excellence, 10 years in the making. Dr, Joe Pace and the private career school market success. A Better LA project, bringing together different elements of the LA community to reduce gang violence. More new programs, incl…

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#57 50th Anniversary Memories 1990's 34:12

3y ago34:12

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron continue to speed along, summarizing the highlights of TPI history. As society continue to evolve, our new business often came with the changes people now faced. Adapting to the entry of personal computers into the workplace. Organizational transformation. More new talent joined TPI. Lee Bussard. Dr. Bob Spitzer. Dr. …

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#56 - 50th Anniversary Memories -The 1980's 30:37

3y ago30:37

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron explore the key TPI developments of the 80’s. USA and International expansion. Jack Fitterer comes on board. Videoing other teachers: Blanchard, Buzan. Thought leaders of the day. Community, Country, and Social Cause projects. 100’s of clients added. The Berlin Wall comes down, the peace dividend. International partne…

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#55-50th Anniversary Memories - 1970s 33:49

3y ago33:49

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50th Anniversary Memories - 1970s In this episode, Gregg takes Ron back to the beginning. Lou The High School Teacher, Port Ludlow Seminars, 1st Video Programs, Early Facilitator Training, Marketing, First Clients, Expanding Beyond The Pacific North West. https://thepacificinstitute.com/lou-tice/By Gregg Cochlan & Ron Medved

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#54 World Peace, No Really! 58:17

3+ y ago58:17

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In this episode, Ron and Gregg revisit their book “World Peace Really” on it's 10 year anniversary. What were the book’s origins? What has changed over the last 10 years? Is there still a basis for optimism in 2020? How do we manage our mental health? From the dramatic explosion of technology to the nasty side of politics. What are we for, not just…

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#53 Sell The Problem, Not The Solution 47:17

4y ago47:17

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In this episode, Gregg interviews Ron about the 5 problems he’s identified that people are suffering from as we go through the troubling year of 2020. As Pacific Institute practitioners, Gregg explains how we have a unique toolset to address these problems. Applied psychology comes to the rescue, again. We’re both proud and humble…and ready to be o…

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#52 Six Strategies 2020: A Mindset For Navigating Crises, Disruption, and Transition 1:21:55

4y ago1:21:55

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In this episode, Ron and Gregg welcome there TPI colleagues; Laural Manegre, Marcela Barajas, and Derek McBride to explore Gregg’s recent paper on 6 strategies to navigating the ever-changing year of 2020. This discussion centers on the psychological journey, from a pandemic, social unrest, amidst the swirling winds of change. We’re in transition t…

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#51 – Learn How to Stumble with Dignity. 57:56

4y ago57:56

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron dive into the concept of dignity, how it plays out in today's social unrest climate. Ron reflects on the history of The Pacific Institute and its relevance in these current times. With thanks to Dr. Donna Hicks an expert on conflict resolution from Harvard, we look for a solid foundation for peace, if not reconciliati…

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#50 Swirling Winds of Challenge- How to set your Sail. 1:00:54

4y ago1:00:54

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In this episode, Gregg and Ron return to the subject of well-being theory, and again use it to adjust to the challenging environment of pandemic and, now, civil unrest. Also Ron’s recent paper, “The Cure A Comma” is explored and explained in light of the role of applied psychology in today’s disruptive times. Mental health, flourishing, and thrivin…

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#49 Anti-Virus- Meaning & Accomplishment 50:18

4y ago50:18

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In this last episode on PERMA , Ron, Gregg, and Doug look at the many sides of meaning and accomplishment; what it means to have a life worth living. Figuring this out, adds to our well-being. Citing researchers like Victor Fankl, Bob Spitzer, Simon Sinek and others, the guys explore best practices. Seeking good beyond self. Life accomplishment and…

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#48 Anti-Virus: Well Being - Relationship 48:01

4y ago48:01

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In this episode, Gregg, Doug, and Ron Make sense of their coronavirus journey, how to cope, how to navigate the emotional landscape. Reviewing strategies for everyday life, the guys focus in on the art of taking one day at a time. Expanding their view, then discussion turns to relationships and how a sense of belonging can be as important as food a…

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#47- Anti-Virus -Engagement 27:19

4+ y ago27:19

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In this episode, Gregg, Ali, Doug, and Ron continue to pursue the wisdoms inside of the PERMA model, this time focusing on “engagement”. What are the restorative, satisfying activities that are both productive and serve out well-being? Especially now that we are working from home. Flow state, what does it mean? How can we find the silver lining in …

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