Best Flourishing Experiment Podcasts (2024)

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357: How to Use Philosophy to Get Your Best Work Out the Door 1:29:35

2+ y ago1:29:35

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Charlie Gilkey, author and owner of top productivity website Productive Flourishing, joins the podcast this week to share how to use philosophy to do our best work. We cover the importance of nuance, the power of choice, and even some on-air coaching from Charlie for my next big project. Listen in to learn more! Please go HERE for this episode’s sh…

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356: How to Talk About Pregnancy Loss—And Why We Should 58:04

2+ y ago58:04

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Frieda Hoffman is an executive coach, mediator, creative consultant and now, author. After experiencing her second miscarriage, Hoffman decided to write the book she and so many others needed: “Carry Me: Stories of Pregnancy Loss.” This episode discusses the reality of pregnancy loss, the resources Hoffman wished she had at the time, and the greate…

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355: Expand Your Fitness, Grow Your Leadership 1:03:26

2+ y ago1:03:26

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Ashley Tappan and Kari Gearhart are cocreators of Fit to Lead™, a program helping people discover (or reclaim) their inner athlete as a pathway to broader success. They join me on the podcast this week to talk about sports and their power to build confidence, leadership, and high performance. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes. Tweet me y…

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354: Why We Like What We Like 1:00:53

2+ y ago1:00:53

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Melina Palmer, founder and CEO of The Brainy Business, joins us to help explain why we do what we do and like what we like! As a behavioral scientist, Melina provides behavioral economics consulting to businesses all over the world. We discuss the powerful intersection of psychology and business, talk about why we’re drawn to certain brands, and mu…

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353: Creating Vitality through Community 1:10:20

2+ y ago1:10:20

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David J Miller, PhD, shares how the brand Peloton became such a unicorn and also had a profound impact on his own vitality. You’ll hear how a dad whose fitness was just ok increased his vitality not just physically, but also mentally. Join us for this fun conversation where we share our own Pelo journeys and the unexpected twists and turns. Please …

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352: 11 Ways to Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself 18:02

2+ y ago18:02

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Biases can really get in our way. This week we’re addressing 11 biases that create limiting beliefs and could prevent you from keeping an open mind. This episode builds on our last episode with Todd Kashdan, P.h.D, who discussed his book, “The Art of Insubordination: How to Defy and Dissent Effectively.” Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes…

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351: The Art of Insubordination 1:25:58

2+ y ago1:25:58

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Todd Kashdan, Ph.D, joins us this week to talk about rebellion! A Professor of Psychology at George Mason University and author of several books including his latest, “The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy Effectively,” Todd talks us through how and when to question the status quo and use courage, curiosity and resilience to effect ch…

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350: The Science Behind Achieving Your Goals 56:13

2+ y ago56:13

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Ayelet Fishbach, PhD, a social psychologist and professor of behavioral science, shares the science behind achieving our goals. We discuss all things goal-setting, including which goals to set, how to break them down, and how to cross the finish line! Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes. Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at …

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349: The Tool You Can Use To Feel Calm and Move Forward With Purpose 1:22:12

2+ y ago1:22:12

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With all of the turmoil going on, it's normal to feel scared, overwhelmed, and full of anxiety. This week we’re rebroadcasting a valuable conversation with neuroscientist and clinical psychologist Dr. Kate Truitt on “havening,” a tool we can use to help get calm so we can move forward with purpose and intention. We’ll also cover some things you can…

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348: 22 Ways to Get Happier and Get Energized 26:12

2+ y ago26:12

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It’s winter in the northern hemisphere, and it’s been a long one! Some of us may be experiencing the winter blues or even Seasonal Affective Disorder. This week, we’re going on a journey through the senses to get happy and get our energy up! Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes. Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGorml…

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347: How To Go From Dragging A** to Kicking It 1:00:52

2+ y ago1:00:52

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Content warning: This episode contains a discussion of disordered eating. Dr. Michael Breus, a sleep expert and clinical psychologist, returns to the podcast to help you go from dragging ass to kicking it! On this episode, you’ll learn how taking five five-minute breaks throughout the day can drastically increase your energy so you’re better able t…

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346: Answers for Sleep with Dr. Robert S. Rosenberg, DO, FCCP 1:36:44

3y ago1:36:44

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Sleep doctor Robert S. Rosenberg discusses improving the quality of your sleep, getting more sleep, and everything a good night’s sleep can do for you. This is a very powerful episode with the potential to change your life—reading Dr. Rosenberg’s book, Sleep Soundly Every Night, Feel Fantastic Every Day, definitely changed my sleep for the better! …

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345: You Get to Define Your Identity 53:40

3+ y ago53:40

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Melanie Curtis is a life coach, author, and professional skydiver who shines super bright. You’ll hear how understanding your values can help you determine what’s important to you, how to define your identity, and how to use major accomplishments as fuel for taking on your next big goal. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes. Tweet me your b…

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344: Revisiting Mindfulness with Dr. John Ratey 1:50:18

3+ y ago1:50:18

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This week I’m rerunning a valuable conversation with John Ratey, MD, about how “going wild” can help you avoid the afflictions of modern civilization. You’ll hear about the latest research on fat and metabolism, why people are made to run, and what exercise can do for you. We also discuss returning to running after battling breast cancer. Please go…

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343: Part 7 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 34:54

3+ y ago34:54

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We’re closing out our seven-part summer reading series and finishing strong with three books on taking a holistic approach to your life. You’ll hear about knowing yourself, creating habits that work for you, and figuring out what your priorities are. We’ll also discuss how to set yourself up for success and even how to be luckier! Please go HERE fo…

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342: Part 6 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 36:19

3+ y ago36:19

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Some books encompass all three pillars of this podcast: vitality, creativity, and relationships. So, they get their own two episodes as we close out our seven-part summer reading series! You’ll hear about how you can’t give what you don’t have, plus I’ll discuss how focusing on vitality, connection, and contribution is a way to see how you are real…

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341: Part 5 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 39:30

3+ y ago39:30

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Relationships are so important to longevity that we’re dedicating another episode of our summer reading series to favorite books on relationships. This week we’re focused on our relationships with ourselves. We’ll discuss mindset, being aware of our thoughts and their impact, practicing self-compassion, and more. Please go HERE for this episode’s s…

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340: Part 4 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 45:16

3+ y ago45:16

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Research has shown that the quality of your relationships is the number-one contributor to longevity—wow! Continuing our summer reading series, this week we’ll hear about books on relationships and learn how you can improve your relationship with yourself and better connect with people from all walks of life. Please go HERE for this episode’s show …

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339: Part 3 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 1:09:57

3+ y ago1:09:57

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Creativity is on deck as we keep on reading (like keep on swimming) this summer. Steven Kotler shares how to get into a flow state and the many benefits to your life and potentially others. Majo Molofino shows how the 5 Good Girl Rules could be keeping you small and preventing you from doing what your values are. Annie Duke, show us how to decide a…

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338: Part 2 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 34:42

3+ y ago34:42

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This week’s summer reads focus on vitality! Dr. John Ratey kicks off the episode with a look at what cardio does for the brain, then we learn about a resilient athlete’s mindset with sports psychologist Simon Marshall, Ph. D, and his champion triathlete wife Lesley Patterson. Continuing on our athletic theme, we’ll hear from runner Margaret Webb on…

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337: Part 1 of 7: Favorite Books to Help You Lead a Flourishing Life 36:10

3+ y ago36:10

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Books are such a beautiful avenue for feeling, doing and being even better versions of ourselves. Throughout our seven-part summer reading series, you’ll hear about some of my personal favorite books and authors—many of whom have been on the podcast—and maybe get inspired to add to your reading list. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes. Tw…

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336: What We Can Learn From Plants 15:20

3+ y ago15:20

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The heliotropic effect shows that plants grow when they are near sunlight, and the same principle is true for humans. Research has shown that when positive energizers interact with others, they can leave people feeling inspired, lively, and motivated. On this week’s episode, learn how you can use the heliotropic effect to your advantage. Please go …

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335: Empowering Tools to Use for Anxiety 51:49

3+ y ago51:49

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Kelly Miller, CAPP, author of the book “Jane’s Worry Elephant: A Self-Help Guide for Kids with Anxiety,” is here to share the many tools you can use to both manage your anxiety (I think it’s safe to say almost all of us feel anxious at some point in our lives!) and to help others with theirs. This episode is a conversation with a friend in which we…

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334: Using Music and Vibrations To Come Back Home 51:26

3+ y ago51:26

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Robert Kuang, an intuitive life coach and child prodigy musician shares how the sound of music can be a catalyst for so much more. We discussed his circuitous route to the U.S., what it was like to study at one of the top performing arts colleges only to stop playing the piano, and how he followed his creativity to come back home to music—this time…

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333: How to Handle Your Triggers 22:48

3+ y ago22:48

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With so much going on in the world today, it’s easy to feel triggered or even violated. Five elements in particular can lead to feelings of triggering or even violation. Once we become aware of what we’re experiencing, we can react and respond in a way that empowers us. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes. Tweet me your biggest takeaways f…

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357: How to Use Philosophy to Get Your Best Work Out the Door 1:29:35

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356: How to Talk About Pregnancy Loss—And Why We Should 58:04

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355: Expand Your Fitness, Grow Your Leadership 1:03:26

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354: Why We Like What We Like 1:00:53

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353: Creating Vitality through Community 1:10:20

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352: 11 Ways to Check Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself 18:02

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351: The Art of Insubordination 1:25:58

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350: The Science Behind Achieving Your Goals 56:13

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349: The Tool You Can Use To Feel Calm and Move Forward With Purpose 1:22:12

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348: 22 Ways to Get Happier and Get Energized 26:12

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347: How To Go From Dragging A** to Kicking It 1:00:52

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346: Answers for Sleep with Dr. Robert S. Rosenberg, DO, FCCP 1:36:44

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345: You Get to Define Your Identity 53:40

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344: Revisiting Mindfulness with Dr. John Ratey 1:50:18

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343: Part 7 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 34:54

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342: Part 6 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 36:19

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341: Part 5 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 39:30

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340: Part 4 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 45:16

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339: Part 3 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 1:09:57

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338: Part 2 of The Flourishing Experiment’s Summer Reading Series 34:42

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337: Part 1 of 7: Favorite Books to Help You Lead a Flourishing Life 36:10

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336: What We Can Learn From Plants 15:20

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335: Empowering Tools to Use for Anxiety 51:49

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334: Using Music and Vibrations To Come Back Home 51:26

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333: How to Handle Your Triggers 22:48

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