The Flourishing Experiment

Charlie Gilkey, author and owner of top productivity website Productive Flourishing, joins the podcast this week to share how to use philosophy to do our best work. We cover the importance of nuance, the power of choice, and even some on-air coaching from Charlie for my next big project. Listen in to learn more!

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This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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Frieda Hoffman is an executive coach, mediator, creative consultant and now, author. After experiencing her second miscarriage, Hoffman decided to write the book she and so many others needed: “Carry Me: Stories of Pregnancy Loss.” This episode discusses the reality of pregnancy loss, the resources Hoffman wished she had at the time, and the greatest gift you can give someone who has had a miscarriage. Content warning: This episode involves discussion of miscarriage and pregnancy loss.

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Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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Ashley Tappan and Kari Gearhart are cocreators of Fit to Lead™, a program helping people discover (or reclaim) their inner athlete as a pathway to broader success. They join me on the podcast this week to talk about sports and their power to build confidence, leadership, and high performance. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes.

Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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Melina Palmer, founder and CEO of The Brainy Business, joins us to help explain why we do what we do and like what we like! As a behavioral scientist, Melina provides behavioral economics consulting to businesses all over the world. We discuss the powerful intersection of psychology and business, talk about why we’re drawn to certain brands, and much more.

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Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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David J Miller, PhD, shares how the brand Peloton became such a unicorn and also had a profound impact on his own vitality. You’ll hear how a dad whose fitness was just ok increased his vitality not just physically, but also mentally. Join us for this fun conversation where we share our own Pelo journeys and the unexpected twists and turns. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes.

Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

Direct download: tfe-david-j-miller-05-06-2022.mp3
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Biases can really get in our way. This week we’re addressing 11 biases that create limiting beliefs and could prevent you from keeping an open mind. This episode builds on our last episode with Todd Kashdan, P.h.D, who discussed his book, “The Art of Insubordination: How to Defy and Dissent Effectively.”

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Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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Todd Kashdan, Ph.D, joins us this week to talk about rebellion! A Professor of Psychology at George Mason University and author of several books including his latest, “The Art of Insubordination: How to Dissent and Defy Effectively,” Todd talks us through how and when to question the status quo and use courage, curiosity and resilience to effect change. Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes.

Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

Direct download: tfe-todd-kashdan-04-09-2022.mp3
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Ayelet Fishbach, PhD, a social psychologist and professor of behavioral science, shares the science behind achieving our goals. We discuss all things goal-setting, including which goals to set, how to break them down, and how to cross the finish line!

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Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

Direct download: tfe-ayelet-fishbach-03-25-2022.mp3
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With all of the turmoil going on, it's normal to feel scared, overwhelmed, and full of anxiety. This week we’re rebroadcasting a valuable conversation with neuroscientist and clinical psychologist Dr. Kate Truitt on “havening,” a tool we can use to help get calm so we can move forward with purpose and intention. We’ll also cover some things you can do to help the people of Ukraine.

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Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

Direct download: tfe-kate-truitt-03-11-2022.mp3
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It’s winter in the northern hemisphere, and it’s been a long one! Some of us may be experiencing the winter blues or even Seasonal Affective Disorder. This week, we’re going on a journey through the senses to get happy and get our energy up!

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Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

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Content warning: This episode contains a discussion of disordered eating.

Dr. Michael Breus, a sleep expert and clinical psychologist, returns to the podcast to help you go from dragging ass to kicking it! On this episode, you’ll learn how taking five five-minute breaks throughout the day can drastically increase your energy so you’re better able to focus, create, and do what matters to you. We also discuss the myths that could be impacting your sleep, what you need to know about sleep apnea, and how the power of music can shift your mood.

Please go HERE for this episode’s show notes.

Tweet me your biggest takeaways from the episode at @KariGormley -- I’d love to hear from you!

This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation. For my full Disclaimer, please go to www.karigormley.com/disclaimer.

Direct download: tfe-breus-02-11-2022.mp3
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