Live Well and Flourish

In this episode, Craig discusses the concept of impermanence and how to accept and embrace it as a natural part of life. Through his own personal experiences, he delves into the role of impermanence in various religious and philosophical beliefs, including Buddhism, Christianity, Stoicism, Hinduism, and Epicureanism. He also explores the benefits of the Stoic practice of negative visualization and shares how it has helped him appreciate life and those around him. Join Craig on this thought-provoking journey as he navigates the uncertain and fleeting nature of life.

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

 Are you hard on yourself? Do you struggle with negative self-talk and self-criticism? If so, this episode is for you. Join host Craig as he delves into the fascinating topic of self-compassion and why he believes it is not only a good idea but a moral duty. Drawing on insights from various philosophical and religious traditions, Craig makes a compelling case for extending compassion to ourselves and treating ourselves with the same kindness, understanding, and dignity that we show to others. He argues that self-compassion is essential for personal and societal well-being and offers practical tips for cultivating it, such as practicing mindful self-awareness, noting progress, and engaging in positive self-talk. You'll come away from this episode with a renewed sense of the importance of self-compassion and how it can help you become a more compassionate person overall. So, tune in and learn how to be kind to yourself in a world that often emphasizes self-criticism and perfectionism. 

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

It seems like people are very angry these days. Everywhere you turn, airports (even airplanes!), restaurants, stores, traffic, social media ... anger just seems endless. Why is this so? In this episode, Craig discusses the anger phenomenon and what you can do about it.

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

Practical wisdom isn’t some esoteric, abstract concept, it’s eminently practical, and it’s critical to living a flourishing life. In this episode, Craig discusses what practical wisdom is, and how you can start cultivating and practicing practical wisdom in your daily life. Practicing practical wisdom will help you live a life that's better aligned with your values and purpose, and with the virtues you seek. Craig offers some specific practices that can help you develop your practical wisdom through self-knowledge, conscious awareness, and practice.

Useful Links:

Living Well Through Mindfulness: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/living-well-through-mindfulness/ 

Living Well Through Reflection: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/living-well-through-reflection/ 

Living a Life of Purpose - https://www.livewellandflourish.com/living-a-life-of-purpose/ 

Moral Dilemmas and the Death of a Pup: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/moral-dilemmas-and-the-death-of-a-pup/

Dealing with Moral Dilemmas: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/dealing-with-moral-dilemmas/ 

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

In episode 53 of "Live Well and Flourish," host Craig discusses how to use mindful habits to overcome weakness of will. He explains that habits can hinder your ability to flourish, but developing virtuous habits can help you act automatically according to your values. To develop virtuous habits, Craig recommends developing mindful habits and suggests taking a deep breath before carrying out a daily habit to increase awareness. He also recommends picking one virtue to practice habitually and starting with small, easy ways to build the habit. Overall, the episode provides practical tips on how to use mindful habits to live an excellent life.

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

Do you find yourself struggling to follow through on your goals and commitments, even when you know they are important? Do you ever feel like you lack the willpower to make lasting changes in your life? If so, you may be experiencing akrasia, or the weakness of will.

In this episode, Craig explores the causes of akrasia and provide practical strategies for overcoming this common challenge. Drawing on insights from psychology, philosophy,  and personal experience he discusses the causes and cures for akrasia. 

Whether you're struggling to stay on top of your work, get in shape, or make meaningful changes in your personal life, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to help you overcome akrasia and flourish in all areas of your life. Join Craig as he explores weakness of will and how to overcome it to achieve your goals and live an excellent life.

Benjamin Franklins' Method of Self-Improvement
https://www.livewellandflourish.com/benjamin-franklins-method-of-self-improvement/

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

Uncover a Secret to Long-Term Happiness with Craig on Five-Minute Flourishing! Learn about the phenomenon of hedonic adaptation and how it affects our satisfaction with new things over time. Craig shares expert insights and practical tips to help you break free from the hedonic treadmill and achieve lasting happiness.

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

Much of your well-being is determined by satisfying three basic psychological needs: autonomy, competence, and relatedness. In this episode, Craig discusses the theory behind this thinking, self-determination theory, and how you can use its ideas to move towards living a fulfilled and flourishing life.

Practice, Habit and Being: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/practice-habit-and-being/

Can a Hermit Flourish?: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/can-a-hermit-flourish/ 

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

Life makes it pretty much impossible to completely avoid potentially annoying people and events. But, we don't have to be annoyed, that's a choice we make. In this short episode, Craig discusses how to avoid becoming unnecessarily annoyed, irritated, or otherwise upset by situations and people. By avoiding minor annoyances, you can be calmer, happier, more productive, and life a more satisfying life. You'll also be a force for good in the world just by setting a calming example.

https://www.livewellandflourish.com/emotional-contagion/ 

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert

Evaluating ourselves is an innate human behavior, but when you evaluate yourself by making comparisons to others, it can be misleading and harmful to your flourishing. In this episode, Craig discusses the pros and cons of social comparison and how social media can make the problems of social comparison worse. 

Positive and negative cues:
https://www.livewellandflourish.com/positive-and-negative-cues-five-minute-flourishing/  

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Live Well and Flourish website: https://www.livewellandflourish.com/

The theme music for Live Well and Flourish was written by Hazel Crossler, [email protected].

Production assistant - Paul Robert