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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 1H 7M

Strive for M.O.R.E w/ Jan Raeder

from The Strength Connection · host Michael Kurkowski

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=71TfPUyLEWYwebsite: https://selfcaresensei.com/Amazon link to book: amzn.to/49YmdGqChapters00:00 Introduction to Self Care Sensei06:36 Defining Wellness and Well-Being12:14 The Role of Martial Arts in Personal Development20:26 The Importance of Practice and Consistency29:20 Setting Goals vs. Finding Meaning36:49 The MORE Framework: Meaning, Optimism, Relationships, Engagement44:20 Transcending Challenges and Finding Gratitude51:22 Self-Awareness and Personal Growth

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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 conver...

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