Hosted by Craig Van Slyke · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 138 episodes
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If you’re ready to think beyond material and external success, if you’re ready to take control of who you are and the kind of life you live, if you’re ready to flourish, this podcast is for you. The topics I cover help you understand what it means to live a flourishing life, a life of meaning, satisfaction, and enduring happiness.(Formerly known as the Rational Ignorance Podcast.)Contact us at rationalignorance@pm.me, on Twitter @TheRIpodcast, or on Mastodon @rationalignorance@mastodon.social.
Craig Van Slyke hosts Live Well and Flourish, a education show with 138 episodes published.
Welcome to another episode of Live Well and Flourish. Today, Craig discusses Axiom for Flourishing #5: “Flourishing is a journey.” Drawing from his own experience of training for and running the Walt Disney World Maratho
In this thought-provoking episode of Live Well and Flourish , Craig discusses the transformative power of purpose as a cornerstone of a flourishing life. Craig opens with the wisdom, "If you don't know where you're going
Welcome to Live Well and Flourish with Craig Van Slyke In this insightful episode, Craig explores the third foundational axiom for living a flourishing life: “Virtue lies in balance.” Using both personal stories and time
In this heartfelt and thoughtful episode, host Craig Van Slyke shares a transformative life philosophy rooted in his own challenging experience—learning to control what you can, and letting the rest go. Drawing from the
Live Well and Flourish – Episode 132: Agency Defines Character Host: Craig Van Slyke In this thought-provoking episode, Craig kicks off a new series presenting his personal collection of 35 axioms for living a flourishin
Excellence isn't something you achieve—it's something you live. After 120 episodes exploring what it means to flourish, I've distilled the core insights into The Flourishing Manifesto, a philosophy of life built on agenc
[Note: This is an updated version that corrects the audio file.] Patience serves as a formidable act of rebellion against the pervasive demands of our hyperconnected world, which incessantly encourages immediate gratific
What if I told you that true resilience isn't about climbing mountains or weathering storms, but about handling the countless paper cuts that life deals us every day? In this episode, we're diving into an unexpected sour
At the heart of today's conversation is a simple but powerful idea: logic alone isn't enough to live a truly excellent life. The most important decisions we face require more than just logical thinking—they need to be gu
The salient point of this discussion revolves around the assertion that the choices we make, both trivial and significant, fundamentally shape our existence and ultimately dictate our capacity to flourish. As I delve int
Doom scrolling represents a pervasive phenomenon that imperils our quest for flourishing and well-being. In this discourse, I elucidate the insidious nature of doom scrolling, detailing how it infiltrates our lives and u
The episode addresses the pressing issue of a mental health epidemic, a phenomenon that appears to be pervasive across various demographics within our society. Craig Van Slyke articulates the alarming statistics that ind
To live an excellent life, one must understand the foundational pillars that support true virtue, reason, purpose, and connection. In this discourse, we delve into these four fundamental elements that collectively foster
Feeling overwhelmed by your daily tasks? In this episode, Craig Van Slyke introduces the PITA Matrix, a practical tool designed to help you identify and manage stress-inducing activities. Many of us continue with tasks t
What does it mean to live an excellent life? While many equate excellence with achievements and productivity, this episode challenges these conventional notions of success. Through personal reflection and insight, we exp
The revival of *Live Well and Flourish* is predicated upon the profound realization that the pursuit of an excellent life is not merely a matter of planning, but rather an emergent process that unfolds organically. I hav
After over three years and more than 100 episodes, I've decided it's time to step back from Live Well and Flourish. Producing this podcast has become more of a job than a passion, contributing to stress rather than allev
Stress can literally kill you ... if it's not managed well. In this episode of Live Well and Flourish, Craig shares his insights on the three main causes of stress: uncertainty, isolation, and overload. He discusses how
(This is a re-release of episode 43 of Live Well and Flourish.) Conflict is a part of human relationships, and relationships are critical to flourishing. So, knowing how to effectively manage these inevitable conflicts i
(This is a re-release of episode 31 of Live Well and Flourish.) Being able to control your emotions to minimize unnecessary suffering, and to maximize positive feelings is important to your flourishing. In this episode,
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Live Well and Flourish is hosted by Craig Van Slyke. The show is categorised under education (self improvement) and has published 138 episodes.
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