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Aug 22, 2023 32 min

E90: Feeling Good/Doing Good: Expertise on Well-Being and Optimal Functioning

from After IV Hosted by The InterVarsity Alumni Relations Team

We all want to live healthy, fulfilling lives. But how do you actually do that? This week, Dr. Louis Tay from Purdue University's Department of Psychological Sciences shares his expertise on well-being and how to live a life built on a foundation of loving God and having godly loves. What’s Hindering My Well-Being? Quick happiness/low satisfaction activities (e.g., social media, addictive behaviors) Loneliness and superficial relationships Over-reliance on convenience Focus on self Excessive pursuit of wealth How Can I Promote My Well-Being? Maintaining a few close, meaningful relationships Practice prosocial giving and contentment Focus outside of self Practice mindfulness/meditation (e.g., Lectio Divina) Invest in experiences, not material purchases Exercise regularly Get the sleep you need Improved nutrition Related Episodes Managing Anxiety - Apple, Spotify A Guided Meditation Tool - Apple, Spotify Finding Healthy Community - Apple, Spotify Spending Time in Scripture - Apple, Spotify A Story of Focusing Outside Yourself - Apple, Spotify Stay in Touch! Instagram & FB: @afterivpod What was your favorite part of the episode? Leave us a message on SpeakPipe Get Episode Email Updates (This link for Spotify users: http://eepurl.com/hLks2r) Visit our Website Support After IV ★ Support this podcast ★

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