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The Logic of ThrivingDr. Kendall Bronk: Developing Purpose in LifeDr. Kendall Bronk is a professor of positive developmental psychology at Claremont Graduate University. In this episode, we discuss what purpose is, and how we can cultivate more purposeful lives.2018-05-3047 min
The Logic of ThrivingNoah Boyd: Positive Org Culture, A.I. and BurnoutClaremont Graduate University Positive Organizational Psychology PhD student Noah Boyd joins Sam Mehoke to discuss how our cultures can play a roll in how we act at work, and why that might play a role in burnout. What the future workplace might look like with A.I. and how we can be culturally sensitive at work are all topics touched on in this episode.2018-04-211h 14
The Logic of ThrivingA Resiliency ChatI go into some of the things that tend to get glossed over when talking about resiliency. Resiliency is often portrayed as a solid and straightforward measure when there is much to unpack here. Sore throat and all, Sam Mehoke talks about a few things to keep in mind about resiliency in this short mini-episode.2018-04-1213 min
The Logic of ThrivingMarch Status UpdateThe Logic of Thriving is moving! Update on upcoming schedule, Patreon and Liberapay, and future interviews.2018-03-0806 min
The Logic of ThrivingClaremont Graduate University Positive Psychology PhD student Brian Riches joins Sam Mehoke to discuss heroism. How can we be more heroic in our daily lives? What gets in the way? Who is Brian's favorite superhero?Claremont Graduate University Positive Psychology PhD student Brian Riches joins Sam Mehoke to discuss heroism. How can we be more heroic in our daily lives? What gets in the way? Who is Brian's favorite superhero?2018-02-2855 min
The Logic of ThrivingMeasuring Value with EvaluationWe need to talk about value and what is good enough when discussing the "good life" and human potential. This is an introduction to the discipline of evaluation and some of the ways that evaluation differs from your standard research. How do you know if something is worth it? What do you measure?2018-02-2124 min
The Logic of ThrivingSumana Sri: The Role of Boredom in Engagement"I looked at boredom as being a problem to be solved, but over time I've come to understand that it is not a problem, but just an experience that needs to be explored." -Sumana Sri At a time when everyone is able to be engaged at all times through social media or cat videos, what does it mean to be bored? What actually is boredom and how does it relate to being engaged?2018-02-1446 min
The Logic of ThrivingTeams: Swift Trust Part 1Teams play an important role in our lives, and there is a wealth of science surrounding them. What is less looked at is the very moment teamwork begins, and the emergence of online teams which are temporarily created, and then scattered. How do we develop trust in such circumstances?2018-02-1020 min
The Logic of ThrivingInterest Development Part 3The third episode in a series on Interest. Sam Mehoke discusses the third and fourth phase in interest development, video games as educational inspiration, and how our perceptions can shape those around us.2018-01-3134 min
The Logic of ThrivingJanuary surprise! Sam Mehoke's purpose Q&AIn this birthday inspired episode, Sam Mehoke discusses his purpose in life, along with anime, and how A.I. & program evaluation could improve our lives. Join Adam Markey and Sam Mehoke in this wide ranging conversation.2018-01-2423 min
The Logic of ThrivingInterest Development Part 2The second episode in a series on Interest. What does our identity or goals matter when developing interest?2018-01-1817 min
The Logic of ThrivingInterest Development Part 1There are a whole host of interesting things in the world, but what happens to flip something from being dull, to fascinating? Join Sam Mehoke in the first of series of discussions on interest development.2018-01-1025 min
The Logic of ThrivingNew Years Resolutions: Being S.M.A.R.T About Goals2018-01-0420 min
The Logic of ThrivingHoliday GoodiesSam Mehoke does some reflection on the year, plans going forward, and doles out some holiday goodies along the way.2017-12-2007 min
The Logic of ThrivingSoft Self-TalkSam Mehoke and Adam Markey discuss the impact that our mental narrative can have on our reality.2017-12-1337 min
The Logic of ThrivingFidget SpinnersFidget Spinners: To spin or not to spin? Sam and Adam examine the claims of these popular gadgets and debate their benefits.2017-12-0629 min
The Logic of ThrivingAttentionIn this episode, Sam and Rae have a conversation about attention. 2017-11-2917 min
The Logic of ThrivingThe Importance of Allowing FailureIn this week's episode, Adam and Cayce discuss the importance of allowing failure. 2017-11-2222 min
The Logic of ThrivingHedonism (Part 2)In this episode, Sam and Adam continue their discussion of the positive utility of hedonism. 2017-11-1522 min
The Logic of ThrivingCreativityIn this episode, Sam Mehoke and Cayce Savage have a free form conversation about creativity. 2017-11-0854 min
The Logic of ThrivingPhilosophy v. PsychologyIn today's episode, Rae and Cayce discuss the relationship between philosophy and psychology. 2017-11-0114 min
The Logic of ThrivingHedonism (Part 1)In today's episode, Sam and Adam discuss the positive utility of hedonism. 2017-10-0217 min