How much would your life improve if you could take more control over yourself and your behaviors? In this episode you’ll learn how to take charge of your life through self-leadership. Despite the influence of others, you and you alone are responsible for your life. Join Craig as he explores some of the principles of Deci and Ryan's self-determination theory to increase your wellbeing. Discover how autonomy, competence and strong relationships are basic psychological needs that drive our wellbeing. Plus, find out about how you can lead yourself with the four core practices: purposefulness, mindfulness, reflection and practice. Listen to the episode for a motivational lesson on wellness psychology and to coach yourself into being your own leader.

 Books: (Note: These are NOT affiliate links.)
 Self-Determination Theory: Basic Psychological Needs in Motivation, Development, and Wellness
 By Richard M. Ryan, Edward L. Deci
 https://www.amazon.com/Self-Determination-Theory-Psychological-Motivation-Development/dp/1462538967/

 Self-Leadership: The Definitive Guide to Personal Excellence
By Christopher P. Neck, Charles C. Manz, Jeffery D. Houghton
https://www.amazon.com/Self-Leadership-Definitive-Guide-Personal-Excellence/dp/1544324308/

 Mastering Self Leadership: Empowering Yourself for Personal Excellence
 By Christopher P. Neck, Charles P. Manz
https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Self-Leadership-Empowering-Excellence/dp/013275441X/

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

Production assistant - Paul Robert