Synopsis
Eudaemonia is a classical Greek word best defined as human flourishing. It is central to the virtue ethics of Aristotle and essentially calls for us to strive for a good life. In this podcast, holistic wellbeing coach, Kim Forrester, takes a deep-dive into the characteristics and daily habits that can enhance our experience of life such as generosity, temperance, courage, honesty and joy. On each episode, Kim interviews researchers, experts and inspiring examples about a specific trait and explores how we can each integrate these elements into our lives and amplify them in our world. Intelligent, intriguing and authentic, the Eudaemonia podcast offers an inspirational and thought-provoking view of what it means to flourish in life.
Episodes
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Self-compassion, with Dr. Kristin Neff
13/08/2019 Duration: 32minDr. Kristin Neff is an author, associate professor in human development and culture at the University of Texas, and pioneer in the field of self-compassion. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Kristin about the importance of self-compassion and learns how we can turn our inner dialogue away from harsh criticism, and toward support, understanding and self-care.
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Creativity, with Adam Haddrick
06/08/2019 Duration: 30minAdam Haddrick is a renowned Australian photographer with a clientele that includes the crème de la crème of global celebrities, corporations and elite sportsmen and women. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Adam discuss the power of creativity, and explore how we can each reclaim our creative genius and unlock this incredible key to wellbeing and fulfilment.
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Ethics, with Hilary Jane Grosskopf
30/07/2019 Duration: 35minHilary Jane Grosskopf is a leadership strategist, writer and yoga teacher. She has an extensive background in corporate leadership and the study of systems engineering and is the author of two leadership guidebooks, Awake Leadership and Awake Ethics. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Hilary chat about the ethical principles that can enhance our societies, and our daily lives.
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Liberation, with Linda Kay Klein
23/07/2019 Duration: 37minLinda Kay Klein is a storyteller and social innovator, with an extensive background in social entrepreneurship and innovation, and storytelling for good. Linda is the founder of Break Free Together—a not-for-profit organization that helps people claim their stories, their bodies, and themselves. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Linda discuss how we can free ourselves from social constraints, and live flourishing lives with an authentic sense of liberation.
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Gratitude, with Emiliana Simon-Thomas
04/06/2019 Duration: 34minDr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas is the science director of the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley and a leading expert on the neuroscience and psychology of compassion, kindness, gratitude, and other “pro-social” skills. On this episode, Emiliana and Kim Forrester talk about the power of gratitude, and discuss and discuss how we can all enhance our well-being by being deeply and authentically grateful.
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Balance, with Dr. John Demartini
28/05/2019 Duration: 30minDr. John Demartini is a world-renowned specialist in human behaviour and global educator. He has studied over 30,000 books across all the academic disciplines, and has authored more than 40 books of his own. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Dr Demartini discuss why a balanced perspective is a defining ingredient in a ‘good’ life, and reveal the delusions and fantasies that prevent us from truly flourishing in life.**Adult themes and language**
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Sanctity, with Maggie Hamilton
21/05/2019 Duration: 34minMaggie Hamilton is an author, publisher and storyteller with a passion for life, ideas, and ancient wisdom. She is a regular media commentator and keen observer of social trends, and a frequent visitor to the world’s sacred places. On this episode, Kim Forrester talks with Maggie about how we can reinvigorate our lives with a sense of sanctity, and how connecting with the sacred on a daily basis can help us to flourish.
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Stillness, with Tom Cronin
14/05/2019 Duration: 30minTom Cronin is a renowned Australian author, speaker, meditation teacher and founder of The Stillness Project, a global movement which seeks to inspire one billion people to meditate daily. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Tom about how he found stillness in the midst of a highly-stressful financial career, and learns tips and tools that can inspire us all to enjoy a health-enhancing meditation practice.
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Faith, with Reza Aslan
07/05/2019 Duration: 39minReza Aslan is an internationally-renowned best-selling author, religious studies scholar, commentator, television host, and the producer of several television shows including CNN’s Believer. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Reza discuss what it truly means to have faith - both inside and outside the realms of religion - and talk about how a deep and personal faith can help you find your place in the world, and flourish.
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Forgiveness, with Marina Cantacuzino
30/04/2019 Duration: 29minMarina Cantacuzino is an award-winning British journalist and founder of The Forgiveness Project – a not-for-profit that explores the concept of forgiveness and strives to build a climate of tolerance, resilience, hope and empathy. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Marina take a deep-dive into the concept of forgiveness. Is it truly necessary for us to ‘forgive and forget’ if we want to live a flourishing and fulfilled life?
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Kindness, with Leon Logothetis
23/04/2019 Duration: 27minLeon Logothetis, aka “The Kindness Guy” is a global adventurer, motivational speaker, philanthropist, and creator and host of The Kindness Diaries, which airs on Netflix. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Leon explore the inherent beauty of kindness and human connection, and discuss how spreading the good stuff can enhance our personal happiness and wellbeing.
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Leadership, with Grant Schreiber
05/03/2019 Duration: 26minGrant Schreiber is a publisher, editor, best-selling author and founder of Schreiber Media. He is the founding editor of Real Leaders, a leadership magazine that focuses exclusively on sustainability and ethical business. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Grant about what it truly means to be a leader in the 21st century, and learns how we can each activate the ‘real leader’ that resides within us.
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Youthfulness, with Damian Kristof and Marcus Pearce
26/02/2019 Duration: 36minDamian Kristof is a renowned nutritionist and chiropractor, and Marcus Pearce is an ex-journalist and broadcast producer with a passion for wellness education. Together, they host the popular 100NotOut podcast and coordinate regular trips to the Greek island of Ikaria – the place where people forget to die. On this episode, Kim Forrester hears from Damian and Marcus all they have learned about 'ageing' from the vibrant and youthful people of Ikaria.
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Nonconformity, with Jack Delosa
19/02/2019 Duration: 32minJack Delosa is one of Australia’s leading business thought-leaders, the host of the Sky Business series ‘Entrepreneurs’, and the founder and CEO of The Entourage, Australia’s largest entrepreneurial education institution. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Jack discuss the importance of uniqueness and unconventionality, and explore the limits of living by Other People’s Rules.
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Nature, with Simon Attwood
12/02/2019 Duration: 31minDr Simon Attwood is the Head of Conservation with the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) in Singapore, agro-ecologist, avid bird-watcher, musician and yoga instructor. On this episode, Simon talks with Kim Forrester about the importance of cultivating an affinity with nature for those who seek a fulfilled life. They discuss the science that supports a greater connection with (and compassion for) the living Earth, and look at ways we can integrate a natural connection into our synthetic, modern lives.
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Resilience, with Stuart Taylor
05/02/2019 Duration: 26minStuart Taylor is CEO and founder of Springfox, author of Assertive Humility: Emerging from the Ego Trap, an ambassador for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation and is on the board of The Gawler Cancer Foundation. On this episode, Stuart chats with Kim Forrester and explains the common myths and misconceptions around ‘resilience’, shares the five traits of resilient people, and discusses why a more 'spiritual' approach to life allows us to emerge stronger and wiser after set-back and tragedy.
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Happiness, with Dacher Keltner
29/01/2019 Duration: 32minDr. Dacher Keltner is a full professor at the University of California Berkeley and faculty director of the Greater Good Science Center. His research focuses on the biological and evolutionary origins of compassion, awe, love, beauty, emotional expression, power, social class, and inequality. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Dacher about the science of happiness and the keys to living an authentically happy life.
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Bravery, with Margie Warrell
22/01/2019 Duration: 30minMargie Warrell is a renowned speaker and thought leader in human behaviour, Forbes columnist and best-selling author of several books including Brave, Stop Playing Safe and Make Your Mark. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Margie discuss the true value of fear, how to step into courage when fear is holding you back from your potential and possibility, and the importance of maintaining your integrity as you become braver.