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Living Fully Now: Navigating Societal Pressures. Escaping Regrets and Finding Authentic Joy with Dr. Melvin Varghese
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In this episode, I'm joined by psychologist and host of the Selling The Couch podcast, Dr. Melvin Varghese.
We share personal experiences of going through difficult times,
challenging the traditional notion of retirement, exploring the pressure to constantly achieve, the distraction of social media and the importance of listening to one's intuition and taking breaks.
Takeaways
- Building real relationships online is possible.
- Success should be defined by more than just financial achievements; it should also include time with loved ones and personal fulfillment.
- Experiencing different cultures can provide a more holistic perspective on life and help appreciate the humanity in others.
- Relationships are key indicators of longevity and happiness.
- The good and bad of social media.
- The importance of rest, self-care, and designing our days.
- Living with future generations in mind
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Building Real Relationships Online
02:59
Living a Well-Rounded Life: Designing a Life of Relationships and Experiences
06:00
Challenging the Traditional Notion of Retirement
08:46
The Pressure to Constantly Achieve and the Importance of Taking Breaks
13:50
Lessons from Two Cultures: Achievement and Appreciation
22:43
Finding Joy in the Present Moment
25:39
The Power of Genuine Connections and Relationships
26:48
Finding Balance and Mindfulness in Social Media
27:37
Prioritizing Self-Care and Rest
35:44
Designing Our Days for a Fulfilling Life
45:53
Living in the Present and Considering the Future
Guest Bio
Melvin Varghese, PhD is a licensed psychologist in Philadelphia, PA.
In 2015, Dr. Varghese founded Selling The Couch, a podcast to help therapists move from clinical to online income.
The podcast is one of the top Career podcasts in Apple Podcasts, has been downloaded over 1.8 million times, and is heard in over 125 countries.
Dr. Varghese also founded several resources for therapists transitioning from the therapist chair to online income including a podcasting community for therapists that’s supported over 240 therapist podcasters, an online course mastermind for therapists launching their first online course (50+ students), and a mastermind for veteran course creators to find support growing and scaling their course.
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