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Thrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thrivingLeading with Compassion: Interview with Lars Juul, Author of Compassion in Action and Organizational HappinessTitle: Interview with Lars Juul, Author of Compassion in Action and Organizational HappinessDate: 7/16/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #24 Interview with Lars Juul, Author of Compassion in Action and Organizational Happiness Brief summary of episode: In this episode we talk with consultant, change-maker, and author Lars Juul about his new book, Compassion in Action. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] Intro.Topic #2 [4:30] The focus on compassion as part of the happiness sweet spot ...2025-07-161h 09Thrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#23 Obesity and GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Interview with Dr. Joshua GrossTitle: Obesity and GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Interview with Dr. Joshua GrossDate: 7/2/25Name of podcast: Thrivology LabEpisode title and number: #23 Obesity and GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs: Interview with Dr. Joshua GrossBrief summary of episode: In this episode we explore obesity and GLP-a weight loss drugs with researcher and Penn State University Assistant Professor Dr. Joshua Gross.Bullet points of key topics + chapter markersTopic #1 [0:00] Intro.Topic #2 [7:30] The obesity pandemic and its causesTopic #3 [15:00] The evolutionary mismatch...2025-07-021h 19Thrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#22 Happiness Across the Lifespan: Is the Midlife Crisis Real?Title: Happiness Across the Lifespan: Is the Midlife Crisis Real?Date: 6/11/25Name of podcast: Thrivology LabEpisode title and number: #22 Happiness Across the Lifespan: Is the Midlife Crisis Real?Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss how happiness and wellbeing change over your life and examine the data supporting the midlife crisis.Bullet points of key topics + chapter markersTopic #1 [0:00] Intro. Is happiness U shaped?Topic #2 [11:145] The midlife crisis dataTopic #3 [17:30] The debate about the U shape2025-06-1153 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#21 Burnout and Workplace WellbeingTitle: Burnout and Workplace WellbeingDate: 4/16/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #21 Burnout and Workplace Wellbeing Brief summary of episode: In this episode we unpack the conditions and symptoms of burnout, as well as things you can do to reduce burnout and enhance workplace wellbeing. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [2:30] Where does the term burnout come from?Topic #3 [8:00] Individual vs institutional issue?Topic #4 [10:00] World Health Organization (WHO) definition. The...2025-04-1657 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#20 Interview with Holly Rogers, Founder of the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging AdultsTitle: Interview with Holly Rogers, Founder of the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging AdultsDate: 4/2/25Name of podcast: Thrivology LabEpisode title and number: #20 Interview with Holly Rogers, Founder of the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging AdultsBrief summary of episode: IIn this episode we interview Dr. Holly Rogers, meditation teacher and cofounder of the Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults.Bullet points of key topics + chapter markersTopic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [3:00] Mindfulness Institute for Emerging AdultsTopic #3 [10:00] Origin Story: Developing a mindfulness...2025-04-0257 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#19 Understanding Your Body’s Stress ResponseTitle: Understanding Your Body’s Stress ResponseDate: 3/19/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #19 Understanding Your Body’s Stress Response Brief summary of episode: In this episode we uncover the basic mechanisms of your body’s stress response. Understanding how and why you respond to stress is key to managing your stress. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [1:00] Stress as an evolved system for short-term threatsTopic #3 [10:00] Homeostasis and allostasisTopic...2025-03-2041 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#18 Meditation: Interview with Dr. Susan PrillTitle: Meditation: Interview with Dr. Susan PrillDate: 3/5/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #18 Meditation: Interview with Dr. Susan Prill Brief summary of episode: In this episode we interview Dr. Susan Prill, Professor of Prill at Juniata College about meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [1:00] Introduction to Dr. Susan PrillTopic #3 [3:00] Interview of Dr. Susan PrillTopic #6 [50:00] Your challenge References & Resources:2025-03-0552 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#17 The Science and Practice of RetreatsTitle: The Science and Practice of RetreatsDate: 2/5/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #17 The Science and Practice of RetreatsBrief summary of episode: In this episode we continue our conversation about retreats, started in episode 16. We explain what makes something a retreat, share our own experiences attending and leading retreats, and review the research exploring the benefits of retreats.Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [3:27] Typical characteristics of a retreatTopic #3 [8:50] Our experiences attending and...2025-02-1938 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#16 Pura Vida: Interview with Marcel Oliveira, SUP National Champion and cofounder of Surf Synergy retreat center in Jaco Costa RicaTitle: Pura Vida: Interview with Marcel Oliveira, SUP National Champion and cofounder of Surf Synergy retreat center in Jaco Costa RicaDate: 2/5/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #16 Pura Vida: Interview with Marcel Oliveira, SUP National Champion and cofounder of Surf Synergy retreat center in Jaco Costa Rica Brief summary of episode: In this episode we Marcel Oliveira, cofounder of Surf Synergy and 5 times national champion in SUP Surf and 5 times national champion in SUP Race. We cover his history with breathwork, freediving, the Surf Synergy...2025-02-0542 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#15 The Eight Ways of WellbeingTitle: The Eight Ways of Wellbeing Date: 1/22/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #15 The Eight Ways of Wellbeing Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss our overarching model of wellbeing. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [6:30] What is a model? What is a theory?Topic #3 [12:30] Thriving as an emergent propertyTopic #4 [15:30] The Eight Ways of WellbeingTopic #5 [19:30] 1 Act mindfully,Topic #6 [24:00] 2 Live your...2025-01-221h 00Thrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#14 Sleep Like a BabyTitle: Sleep Like a Baby Date: 1/08/25Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #14 Sleep Like a Baby Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss the importance of sleep for all aspects of your wellbeing. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [2:50] The costs of sleep loss to our wellbeing.Topic #3 [21:00] Why and how of sleepTopic #4 [30:00] Sleep and physical health (consistency, disruption)Topic #5 [34:00] Sleep and mental...2025-01-0857 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#13 Why You Should Prioritize Leisure and PlayTitle: Why You Should Prioritize Leisure and PlayDate: 12/26/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #13 Why You Should Prioritize Leisure and PlayBrief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss the importance of prioritizing leisure and play for your wellbeing.Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [3:50] How Subjective Wellbeing is measuredTopic #3 [6:00] Defining leisureTopic #4 [8:00] Defining playTopic #5 [11:00] Defining sportTopic #6 [18:30] How leisure has changed over time, by society...2024-12-2653 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#12 Creating Habits to Achieve Your GoalsTitle: Creating Habits to Achieve Your Goals Date: 12/11/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #12 Creating Habits to Achieve Your Goals Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss how to live a life of purpose. This includes how to set goals, create new habits, and have the discipline to stick to them. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [2:50] Why is it hard to create new habits? AutomaticityTopic #3 [5:00] Dopamine...2024-12-1148 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#11 How Values, Meaning, and Purpose ConnectTitle: Values, Meaning, and Purpose Date: 11/13/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #11 How Values, Meaning, and Purpose Connect Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss the connection between values, meaning, and purpose. We discuss how the research on these topics and how they relate to your wellbeing. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [11:30] Measuring your valuesTopic #3 [19:00] Intrinsic versus extrinsic goals and wellbeingTopic #4 [23:00] The One...2024-11-2751 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#10 What is Your Purpose?Title: What is Your Purpose? Date: 11/13/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: #10 What is Your Purpose? Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss values, meaning, and purpose. We discuss how crises, like the pandemic, can promote reflection and how we naturally seek to live in more alignment with our goals. We help you discover your purpose. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [3:00] The evolution of meaning and purpose...2024-11-2046 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#9 How Relationships Impact Mental HealthTitle: How Relationships Impact Mental Health Date: 11/13/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 9. How Relationships Impact Mental Health Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss how central relationships are to our wellbeing. We are a social animal, and we evolved to be in community with others on a regular basis. When we lack this sense of community and feel lonely and isolated, we suffer mentally and physically. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00...2024-11-1355 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#8 Post Election Self-CareTitle: Post Election Self-Care Date: 11/8/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 8. Post Election Self-Care Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss why some of us might really be struggling with the election results and we offer some evidence-based suggestions for self-care during this challenging time. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [1:23] “so do all who live to see such times”Topic #3 [6:20] Divide between that which you can and...2024-11-0844 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#7 How Nature Improves WellbeingTitle: How Nature Improves Wellbeing Date: 10/30/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 7. How Nature Improves Wellbeing Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss why spending time in nature is good for your wellbeing. We cover stories, anecdotes, and the amazing research demonstrating that we evolved to thrive in nature. Time in blue zones (water) and green zones (forest bathing) improves immune function and lowers stress hormones. Awe is a particularly powerful example of this. Bullet points of...2024-10-3048 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#6 Why Challenging Yourself Improves Wellbeing (Do Hard Things)Title: Why Challenging Yourself Improves WellbeingDate: 10/23/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 6. Why Challenging Yourself Improves Wellbeing Brief summary of episode: In this episode we discuss why doing hard things improves wellbeing. We explore how distress tolerance and exposure therapy help us meet mental challenges and how similar these mechanisms are to physical challenges. Lastly, we discuss how these topics relate to growth mindset, grit, willpower, the will to live, and neuroscience.Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00...2024-10-2348 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#5 Treating Mental Health with DietTitle: Treating Mental Health with Diet: Food as Medicine, Part 2 Date: 10/11/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 5. Treating Mental Health with Diet Brief summary of episode: In this episode we explore the fascinating new area of nutritional psychiatry. We explore the research on both the ketogenic and Mediterranean diets demonstrating their effective use in the treatment of mental illness. We discuss the use of fecal microbiota transplants to treat mental illness. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers 2024-10-1656 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#4 Food as MedicineTitle: Food as Medicine, Part 1 Date: 10/09/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 4. Food as Medicine Brief summary of episode: Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Topic #1 [0:00] IntroTopic #2 [2:30] Our personal diet backgrounds Topic #3 [7:00] Problems digesting glutenTopic #4 [11:25] Fad dietsTopic #5 [15:30] Ultra Processed Foods and their impact on our healthTopic #6 [20:00] Ultra Processed Foods and chronic diseaseTopic #7 [26:00] Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE), Basal Metabolic...2024-10-0944 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#3 Science & Practice of Mindfulness, Part 2Title: Science & Practice of Mindfulness, Part 2 Date: 10/02/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 3. The science and practice of mindfulness, Part 2. Brief summary of episode: Continuing our conversation from episode 2, part 1 on the science and practice of mindfulness, this episode provides an overview of our body’s stress response and the role that mindfulness can play in regulating that response. We also provide a few introductory mindfulness practices for you to enjoy with us. Bullet points of key topics + chapter ma...2024-10-0246 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#2 The science and practice of mindfulness, Part 1.Title: The science and practice of mindfulness, Part 1.Date: 9/15/24Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 2. The science and practice of mindfulness, Part 1.Brief summary of episode: What is mindfulness meditation? How do you practice it? What does the science say about its effectiveness? Mindfulness meditation has exploded in popularity in recent years. While the term is now ubiquitous, misconceptions about what it is, why you would do it, and how you would do it are common. In this episode we define mindfulness meditation, dispel common misperceptions, and...2024-09-2537 minThrivology Lab: The science, philosophy, and practice of thriving#1 Thrivology Lab? An introduction to the science, philosophy, and practice of thriving. Title: Thrivology Lab? An introduction to the science, philosophy, and practice of thriving. Date: 9/17/24 Name of podcast: Thrivology Lab Episode title and number: Episode 1. Thrivology Lab? An introduction to the science, philosophy, and practice of thriving. Brief summary of episode: Why Thrivology Lab? As we’ve watched more of our students, colleagues, and friends experience mental health challenges like anxiety and depression, we’ve worked the science, philosophy, and practice of thriving into our teaching. Dr. Phil Dunwoody, Professor of Psychology, and Dr. Neal Utterback, Professor of Thea...2024-09-1731 min