Pathological Positivity

We usually associate Eastern philosophy with a contemplative approach to life. But Gregg Krech’s book, “The Art of Taking Action”, addresses the other side of the equation – the active side of life. Enjoy this conversation between the author and Dr. Paul for this episode of Live On Purpose Radio. Connect with Gregg at Thirty Thousand Days.

Gregg Krech

Gregg Krech is a leading expert in the field of Japanese Psychology and is the author of five books including, The Art of Taking Action: Lessons from Japanese Psychology andNaikan: Gratitude, Grace and the Japanese Art of Self-reflection (Stone Bridge Press) which won the Spirituality and Health Magazine award for Best Books of the Year in 2002 and has been translated into five languages.

Gregg’s work has been featured in Tricycle, The Sun, Counseling Today, Utne Reader, Cosmopolitan, Yoga Journal, The Guardian, and on National Public Radio.  

 He currently is the Director of the ToDo Institute in Vermont and a member of the North American Naikan Council.  He has two lovely daughters, writes haiku poetry and enjoys playing blues piano.

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Have you ever wondered if you could become a master coach? In this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul is joined by his colleague Emily Gibson. Together they have certified over 30 master coaches in the past 22 months, and they know what it takes. Want to be one of the next ones? Go to https://LiveOnPurposeRadio.com/mentorship

Everyone here on the Live On Purpose team extends our heartfelt support and prayers to those who are affected by devastating wildfires in Southern California. What do we do when our world is on fire? For this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul shares some perspectives from a seasoned positivity psychologist

The last part of 2024 and the first part of 2025 found me reading “Tribe of Mentors” by Tim Ferris. This has been a favorite find of mine for the new year, as Tim brings together mentors who have influenced him and made a mark on the world. He poses 11 questions and they get to choose which ones they want to answer – brilliant! In this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, I (Dr. Paul Jenkins) share how I would answer all eleven of Tim’s questions currently (the answers might change from time to time). Get the book – it is well worth it!

Joining the mic with Dr. Paul for this episode of Live On Purpose Radio is Dr. Jordan Grumet. Having practiced primarily as a hospice doctor, Jordan has some unique perspectives on purpose, and a particular paradox that arises when it comes to understanding and living our life’s purpose. New Year – New Life – use this episode to launch you into a more purposeful 2025!

For this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul is joined on the mic by Dr. Adam Dorsay, who helps us unleash the power of the 4 types of connection. As a professional psychologist and executive coach, Adam is also the host of the award-winning SuperPsyched podcast. Enjoy this episode where you get two psychologists for the price of one!

In this episode of Live on Purpose Radio, Ben Eden joins Dr. Paul to discuss some foundational principles of positive psychology. Coming from the world of HR, Ben is now an author and speaker on a mission to help his clients gain confidence and reach their ultimate potential.

The quality of your service or product matters little if your customer experience is causing friction. In his fresh and straightforward manner, David Avrin joins Dr. Paul on the mic for a frank discussion about giving customers what they want how and when they want it. Whether you are a business owner, an employee, or even a parent – this episode of Live On Purpose Radio is for you.

Who are you? For this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul shares some thoughts about identity. To understand that, it may be important first to understand who we are not. We are not our bodies – we are not our thoughts – we are not our party, our roles, our race… Then who are we? We are the observer – the agent in the machine. And we are all connected in some very important ways as part of something much bigger than ourselves. Ready to become a certified positivity practitioner? Come check it out here: https://LiveOnPurposeRadio.com/Certification

For this Thanksgiving episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul invites his coach, mentor, and friend Michelle Villalobos back to the Live On Purpose mic. Michelle believes that self inspired leadership is what motivates many powerful influencers on this planet to make a more powerful impact and truly live their own lives on purpose in the process.