Episode 17 - Equipping our youth for the happier quest

Welcome to another episode of the Hopeful Humanist Cafe. Happiness is a life-long process that is definitely possible, BUT it requires happiness-work or what others call soul-work.  What should a curriculum for discussion look like for our youth.  In this episode I will offer six possible topics of discussion to explore during dinner conversation for the youth in your family.   Show Case Resources: 1) Check-out lecture 16 of Tal Ben Shahar's Positive Psychology Harvard course.  The conversation relevant to this episode starts at the 32 minute mark.  I believe there would be great benefit listening to his entire series as he addresses a number of relevant topics to happiness including goal-setting, how to build self-esteem, creating healthy relationships, and strategies to unite the mind and body.  In lecture 16, 17, and 18, Tal Ben Shahar talks about the importance of exercise for happiness as it is a powerful antidote against depression.  Here is the link to lecture 16: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9l41JvdB_I&t=2153s 2) Check-out the Purpose Challenge and explore activities to discover strengths and reflect upon the benefits of a purpose-driven life.  It is a great resource specifically for teens getting ready to get their bearings and start to claim their lives.  Here is the link: http://www.purposechallenge.org/toolkit/?activity=day-1/activity-1# 3) Need to relax, stretch, and be? Let me introduce you to Yoga with Adrian at https://www.youtube.com/user/yogawithadriene. Action speaks volumes.  Just don't talk about the importance of exercise and mindfulness with your young person - Role Model self-care as it is an investment that pay back in dividends. Thanks for joining me for another tip of the ice-burg conversation.  Peace and take care.