Welcome to the Strength Connection!

Jan Raeder, known to many as the SelfCare Sensei, brings a rare depth to the conversation around strength, wellbeing, and what it really means to live with purpose.

Jan is an internationally recognized wellbeing educator, keynote speaker, and author of Strive for M.O.R.E., where MORE stands for Meaning, Optimism, Relationships, and Engagement — a framework she’s developed through decades of lived experience and evidence-based practice.

In this conversation, she shares insights from her background in martial arts and how it has shaped her approach to personal development. 

Check out more from Jan at:

MIT talk: 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=71TfPUyLEWY

website: 

https://selfcaresensei.com/

Amazon link to book: 

amzn.to/49YmdGq

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Self Care Sensei

06:36 Defining Wellness and Well-Being

12:14 The Role of Martial Arts in Personal Development

20:26 The Importance of Practice and Consistency

29:20 Setting Goals vs. Finding Meaning

36:49 The MORE Framework: Meaning, Optimism, Relationships, Engagement

44:20 Transcending Challenges and Finding Gratitude

51:22 Self-Awareness and Personal Growth