We are back and we are kicking off season 2 of Challenging Your Health Mindset with a bang of an episode! Dr. Anderson had an insightful conversation with one of the Student Health and Wellness Department's Graduate Student Workers, Rashad Gopee. He is currently working on his second Masters degree and was able to share so much of what he learned moving here from Canada to pursue his education. This episode dives into adapting to being miles from home, staying in touch with family, while building relationships with friends. You don't want to skip this one!

For the Challenging Your Health Mindset Season 1 finale, we wanted to go out with a bang. Dr. Anderson hosted The Liberty University Provost, Dr. Scott Hicks. This episode is about intellectual wellness - how to grow in it and how to not to miss an opportunity. Dr. Hicks shares some personal stories, books he likes to read, and a reminder about what's most important in life. 

We all want to know how to live well and how to find the path Christ has for us in life. This podcast is full of wisdom in cultivating this from a conversation between two friends who have made many mistakes and share what they wish they knew at an earlier age. Dr. Keith R. Anderson sat down with Dr. Mark Hine, Senior VP of Student Affairs at Liberty University. Dr. Hine shares so many nuggets of wisdom in knowing who you serve, the important things in life, and where to find answers for life. Anyone can glean something from this episode. Give it a listen!

We heard your voices LU student's and we know that the pressures of post-graduation are real! Dr. Keith R. Anderson had a robust conversation with Sarah Fendrich, from Career Services, this week on the podcast. Since it is graduation season, their discussion surrounded job applications, resume building, and all things career planning. Even if you are not at graduation yet, there are plenty of nuggets of wisdom for everyone. It is best to start career planning now, no matter where you are in your schooling. 

For Financial Literacy Month (April) Dr. Keith R. Anderson sat down with Dr. Stacie Rhodes from the Center of Financial Literacy on Liberty University's campus for this episode. This episode is full of practical advice and steps to get your finances on track, start thinking about life after graduation, and recognize where your heart lies on the issue of money. While the love of money is the root of all evil, the Bible teaches that we are to be stewards over everything in our lives. Give this episode a listen if you want to glean some nuggets of wisdom on #financialwellness.

Today's episode is a special for National Public Health Week (NPHW). Dr. Keith R. Anderson interviewed Dr. Attin, Department Chair of the Masters of Public Health Program at Liberty University to talk about the observances of NPHW this year (2021). Dr. Attin is a fantastic educator and offers a unique perspective on all things Public Health as a Believer. He has a heart for missions and working with a diversity of cultures in his local community. His life and career experiences make listening to him on today's episode a treat. There are tons of nuggets on Public Health and on Biblical wisdom. 

In this week's episode, we have the Student Health and Wellness Department's own Samantha Leigh on the podcast. She is known as "Coach" around the office, always challenging everyone to be better with realistic tips and challenges. Dr. Keith R. Anderson had a great conversation with her about the importance of self-care and how to monitor your level of overall health with internal reflection. Anyone can pick up some nuggets of wisdom from listening to this conversation.  

Growth in dark times often means we are pushing our way through the dirt and about to blossom. Pastor Jonathan Falwell is a familiar voice at Liberty University and it was a joy to have him on this episode with Dr. Keith R. Anderson talking about growth in spiritual wellness. This past year has been particularly challenging, but it is more important than ever to have a strong faith to lean on. Pastor Falwell speaks about the importance of the local church, how to have healthy relationships, and transforming from seeds into the fruitfulness God has in store for you.

Do you feel like you're losing in your battle with the balancing act of life? If so, then this podcast is the one to listen to. Dr. Keith R. Anderson sat down with Megan Lucas, CEO & Chief Economic Development Officer of Lynchburg Regional Business Alliance to discuss combatting burnout and balancing all areas of life. This conversation seeks to enhance the quality of life in the professional setting by recognizing when something is off in any area of your life. Megan Lucas also promotes learning healthy habits early in life that will carry through the end of life. Listen to hear all the real-life experience nuggets of wisdom in today's episode.