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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 th…

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    • Sep 7, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
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    Slowing Down, with Carl Honoré

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2021 35:14 Transcription Available


    Carl Honoré is an award-winning writer, broadcaster and TED speaker. He is the voice of the global Slow Movement, and author of several best-sellers. including In Praise of Slow.  Carl's message is simple but game-changing: To thrive in a fast world, you have to slow down. In this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Carl to discuss the art of slow living, and to explore how we can flourish when we enjoy life at its most fulfilling, most authentic pace. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Challenge, with Belinda Kirk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 31:29 Transcription Available


    Belinda Kirk is a British explorer, author, and motivational speaker. Belinda is the founder of Explorers Connect, a social enterprise that connects people to opportunities for adventure and expedition, and she is the founding campaigner of the Adventure Revolution.  In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Belinda about the importance of adventure, and discusses why it is that we thrive more when we embrace our discomfort zone and seek out challenge.This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Intention, with Ian Brooks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2021 28:06 Transcription Available


    Dr Ian D. Brooks is the CEO and Founder of Rhodes Smith LLC. Prior to starting Rhodes Smith, Ian spent 25 years improving individual stories within various Fortune 500 companies, either internally or as a consultant. Ian's latest book is simply titled Intention. In this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Ian to talk about the importance of living with purpose and focusing our intention for positive transformation and greater well-being. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Growth, with Eboni Adams Monk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 32:08 Transcription Available


    Eboni Adams Monk is a Transformational Leader, author, Yoga Teacher, and wisdom-keeper. After immersing herself in indigenous cultural and spiritual traditions, Eboni became a strong advocate for the preservation of indigenous culture and philosophy. In this episode, Kim Forrester and Eboni discuss the inherent value of personal expansion and transformation, and explore how a willingness to grow is vital if we truly want to thrive. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Honesty, with Dan Munro

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 32:41 Transcription Available


    Daniel Munro is a Confidence Coach, best-selling author, and Director of both The Inspirational Lifestyle Ltd and The Brojo. His latest book is titled The Naked Truth: Using Shameless Honesty to Enhance Your Confidence, Connections and Integrity. In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Dan about why integrity, truthfulness, and shameless honesty are vital elements of greater well-being and a thriving life. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Courage, with Madeleine Black

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 31:01 Transcription Available


    Madeleine Black is a Glasgow-based public speaker, courage cultivator and author of the memoir, Unbroken. Her personal story is one of sexual violence and trauma, and, ultimately, healing, forgiveness and profound personal courage. In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Madeleine about what it means to cultivate courage and find the inner strength to heal, forgive, share our story, and thrive. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Touch, with Richard Kearney

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2021 31:17 Transcription Available


    Professor Richard Kearney holds the Charles B. Seelig Chair of Philosophy at Boston College and is international co-director of the Guestbook Project, which promotes peace through storytelling. He is the author of over 25 books on European philosophy and literature, including his latest title, Touch: Recovering Our Most Vital Sense. In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Richard about the power of touch, embodiment, and physical connection in a flourishing life. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Prosperity, with Shannon Hayes

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 34:10 Transcription Available


    Shannon Hayes is a sustainable farmer, entrepreneur, author, café owner, and CEO of Sap Bush Hollow Farm in New York State, USA. She is the author of several popular books, including her latest title, Redefining Rich. In this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Shannon to explore what it really means to prosper in life and to learn how we each make better choices to invite true wealth into our lives and our world. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Passion, with Dawna Markova

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2021 31:21 Transcription Available


    Dr Dawna Markova is co-founder of the Random Acts of Kindness movement and the Worldwide Women's Web, a former senior research affiliate of the Organizational Learning Center at MIT, and author of a treasure trove of books including, I Will Not Die an Unlived Life, and her latest title, Living a Loved Life: Awakening Wisdom Through Stories of Inspiration, Challenge and Possibility. In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Dawna, to explore how we can harness an authentic sense of purpose, momentum, and passion to live a more flourishing life. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Love, with Scarlett Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 35:54 Transcription Available


    Scarlett Lewis is a mother, accomplished artist, and founder of the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement, which she created in honour of her son who was killed in the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre of December 2012. Scarlett is the author of Nurturing, Healing Love: A Mother's Journey of Hope and Forgiveness. In this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Scarlett to explore how we can each amplify peace, embrace compassion, and consciously choose love in our lives and our world. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Wonder, with Fabiana Fondevila

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2021 29:07 Transcription Available


    Fabiana Fondevila is an Argentinian writer, speaker, ritual maker and teacher, helping individuals bring forth their best selves with wonder and enthusiasm. Fabiana's new book is titled, Where Wonder Lives. Practices for Cultivating the Sacred in Your Daily Life. In this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Fabiana to discuss the power of amazement and awe, and to learn how a sense of wonder can help us flourish in life. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Vitality, with Polly Campbell

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 32:45 Transcription Available


    Polly Campbell is an author, podcaster, and speaker who writes and talks about practical personal development, delivering science-based strategies and research in a down-to-earth style. Polly's fourth book is entitled You, Recharged. In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Polly about the importance of vitality and explores the ways we can each recharge, revitalise, and reinvigorate our zest for life. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Play, with Mike Fairclough

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 34:34 Transcription Available


    Mike Fairclough is an internationally acclaimed educator and is regarded as a thought-leader in the field of character education. He is the author of two books, including the newly released 'Wild Thing: Embracing Childhood Traits in Adulthood for a Happier, More Carefree Life'.  In this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Mike about how we can boost our well-being by embracing play, imagination, and a child-like enthusiasm for life. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Surrender, with Kute Blackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2021 30:22 Transcription Available


    Kute Blackson is a beloved inspirational speaker and transformational teacher. He is author of the bestselling book, You.Are.The.One., and the newly released title, The Magic of Surrender.  On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Kute about the profound power of surrender, and explores how we can live more flourishing lives by learning to ‘let go'. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com. 

    Nutrition, with Dr Nicole Avena

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2021 31:54 Transcription Available


    Dr. Nicole Avena is a research neuroscientist and a pioneer in the field of food addiction. She is the author of several powerful books including Why Diets Fail, and her brand new title, What to Eat When You Want to Get Pregnant. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Nicole about nutrition, and learns how we can best nourish our bodies, boost our brains, and super-charge our sense of health and well-being.This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com.

    Vulnerability, with Laura Tremaine

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2021 36:32 Transcription Available


    Laura Tremaine is a Los Angeles-based writer and podcaster. In her blog posts and on her podcast, 10 Things To Tell You, Laura introduces topics that help women connect more deeply with others. Laura has just released her first book Share Your Stuff. I'll Go First. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Laura to explore how we can live happier, healthier lives by embracing vulnerability, openness, and a willingness to share. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com.

    BONUS CONTENT: Visualisation Practices, with Rachel Epstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2021 6:04


    Rachel Epstein is the director of the American Institute for Mental Imagery in New York City, where she conducts classes and provides individual coaching, and she is co-author of the new book, Reversing the Trauma of War.In this short bonus episode, Rachel shares simple mental imagery practices that can help you direct your will to benefit yourself. For an in-depth conversation about the benefits of mental imagery for healing and well-being, tune into the Eudaemonia episode "Visualisation, with Phyllis Kahaney and Rachel Epstein", 24 February 2021.The mental imagery practices in this episode are:0:23 Unfolding the Day (set of 3 x morning practices) 3:50 Blue Sky Umbrella (to lift despair and create protection) 4:53 Bubble Fun (to enhance protection from disease)

    Visualisation, with Phyllis Kahaney & Rachel Epstein

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 37:03 Transcription Available


    Phyllis Kahaney and Rachel Epstein are both leaders in the field of mental imagery and visualisation therapy, and co-authors of the new book, Reversing the Trauma of War. On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Phyllis and Rachel to discuss the healing power of mental imagery, and to explore how visualisation can set us free from the past and help us live a more present, more fulfilling life. *This episode concludes with a free mental imagery practice.*This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com.

    Discipline, with Giovanni Dienstmann

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2021 26:06 Transcription Available


    Giovanni Dienstmann is an international author, meditation teacher, and self-discipline coach. He is trained in a wide range of modalities, including mindfulness, Zen Buddhism, and Mantra Yoga, and he is the author of the best-selling book, Practical Meditation. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Giovanni explore the concept of self-discipline and discuss why an unwavering commitment to our authentic goals and values is vital, if we truly want to thrive. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com.

    Meaning, with Rabbi Simon Jacobson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2021 36:22 Transcription Available


    Rabbi Simon Jacobson is considered one of the greatest scholars and most sought-after speakers in the Jewish world. He is the author of the best-seller, Toward a Meaningful Life, and Founding Dean of The Meaningful Life Center. On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Rabbi Jacobson to explore the concept of a meaningful life, and to learn why nourishment of the soul is vital if we want a flourishing life and a thriving society. This episode is made with love and without expectation. If you like what you hear, you may consider supporting Kim's work at buymeacoffee.com.

    Energy, with Alanna Fincke

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 29:52 Transcription Available


    Alanna Fincke is an integrative health coach, resilience expert, and Senior VP and Director of Content at meQuilibrium. Alanna’s focus is on making the sciences of resilience and cognitive behavioural therapy accessible and understandable for everyone.On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Alanna to explore the topic of energy and to discuss how we can each boost our natural vitality for a truly thriving life.

    Connection, with John Kenny

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2021 29:01 Transcription Available


    John Kenny is an author, speaker and founder of Interpersonal Relationship Coaching. John has worked with thousands of clients for over a decade; firstly as a counsellor and, in more recent years, as a coach and hypnotherapist.On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with John, about the importance of human connection, and learns how we can enhance our well-being through authentic connection with others, and with ourselves.

    Reflection, with Michael Radparvar

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 28:02 Transcription Available


    Michael Radparvar is the co-founder of Holstee, a lifestyle company helping conscious people to live a more meaningful life. Inspired by the science of mindfulness, positive psychology, and ancient philosophy, Michael and his brother, David have created a range of well-being enhancing tools and resources, including the newly-launched Reflection app.On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Michael to learn why journaling and reflection are vital ingredients in a flourishing life.

    Confidence, with Danny Greeves

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2020 33:17 Transcription Available


    Danny Greeves is a UK-based confidence coach and hypnotherapist who helps individuals build greater self-confidence. His recently published book is entitled Six Steps to Self-Confidence.On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Danny to learn more about the power of self-belief and self-assurance, and to discuss how we can each build confidence and boost our well-being.

    Awareness, with Robert Strock

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2020 36:30 Transcription Available


    Robert Strock is a renowned teacher, psychotherapist, and humanitarian. He recently developed the Awareness That Heals program - an expression of the tools that Robert has developed over a lifetime of inspired self-exploration. On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Robert to learn how self-awareness and a friendly mind can help us rise above our challenges, and flourish.

    Belonging, with Dr. Lindo Bacon

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 36:12 Transcription Available


    Dr Lindo Bacon is a celebrated scientist, author, professor, speaker, and advocate for body liberation. Their latest book, released this month, is titled Radical Belonging: How to survive and thrive in an unjust world (while transforming it for the better).On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Lindo to discuss the vital importance of acceptance, acknowledgement and profound belonging.

    Self-Care, with Peta Sigley

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2020 31:42 Transcription Available


    Peta Sigley is Co-Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer at Springfox, previously known as The Resilience Institute in Australia, and she is the voice of the Resilience Real-Time podcast. On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Peta to discuss how profound self-care can help us build resilience and live happier, more fulfilling lives.

    Patience, with Ryan Stanley

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2020 30:40 Transcription Available


    Ryan Stanley is a life purpose, business and internal corporate coach, and author of Be Patient, Be Present, Be Joyful, which he describes as a first aid kit for the emotional bumps, scrapes, and bruises of life.On this episode, Kim Forrester and Ryan discuss the importance of patience, and why nurturing a sense of serenity is vital for personal growth and well-being.

    Self-Expression, with Lauren Popish

    Play Episode Play 41 sec Highlight Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 32:59 Transcription Available


    Lauren Popish is the founder of The Wave Podcasting, which offers podcasting support and resources for womxn. Through her work at Wave, Lauren aims to empower womxn to rise above imposter syndrome and anxiety, and boldly share their voices.On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Lauren to discuss why authentic self-expression is vital if we truly want to thrive.

    Retreat, with Katherine May

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 31:06 Transcription Available


    Katherine May is a celebrated British author whose journalism and essays have appeared in a range of top tier publications. She is the author of several books, including her most recent title, Wintering: How I learned to flourish when life became frozen. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Katherine explore the importance of rest, retreat and repair, and discuss how our well-being is enhanced when we fully accept the fallow seasons of our lives.

    Nourishment, with Eve Turow-Paul

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2020 34:02 Transcription Available


    Eve Turow-Paul is a globally recognized thought leader on youth food culture and the impact of the Digital Age. Her latest title, Hungry, explores the link between modern food culture and our inherent yearning for greater connection and meaning. On this episode, Kim chats with Eve about what it means to truly nourish ourselves and explores how we can better satisfy our hunger for physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being.

    Knowing, with Kim Carey

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2020 29:46 Transcription Available


    Kim Carey is a spiritual mentor and host of the popular YouTube channel, Intuitiview where she explores current affairs and topical subjects through the lens of spirituality and positivity. In her videos, consultations and courses, Kim aims to demystify spiritual experience and inspire others to trust their own instinctive knowing.On this episode, the two Kims discuss how we can build happier lives and a better world by tuning into our inner GPS, and trusting the quiet voice within.

    Logging Off, with Blake Snow

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 32:16 Transcription Available


    Blake Snow is an executive content advisor, writer, and recognized journalist who has published feature articles for top-tier US media, including CNN, NBC, and National Geographic. He’s also the author of Log Off: How to Stay Connected after Disconnecting.On this episode, Kim and Blake discuss why it’s vital for our well-being that we minimize our online activity and connect more mindfully with our real-world lives.

    Values, with Charles Fowler

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2020 32:08 Transcription Available


    Charles Fowler is chairperson of the Human Values Foundation, and member of the Steering Group of UK Values Alliance, which is the driving force behind World Values Day, held in October each year. On this episode, Kim and Charles discuss why a flourishing life is more attainable when we recognise, reflect on, and practice our personal value system.

    Humanity, with Muhammad Lila

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 34:50 Transcription Available


    Muhammad Lila is a global correspondent and news anchor renowned for producing compelling stories for CBC, ABC News and CNN. In 2019, Muhammad founded Goodable, a multi-platform network devoted to good news.On this episode of Eudaemonia, Kim chats with Muhammad about the concept of applied humanity and discusses how we can become more compassionate, kind, and connected with the people of our planet.

    Mindfulness, with Dr Elise Bialylew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2020 32:32 Transcription Available


    Dr. Elise Bialylew is author of the bestselling mindfulness meditation book, The Happiness Plan and she’s the founder of Mindful in May, the world’s largest online global mindfulness campaign.On this episode, Kim chats with Elise about the incredible benefits of mindfulness and learns how we can each enjoy more ‘presence’ in our daily lives.

    Indigenous Wisdom, with Dr. Anita Sanchez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2020 33:44 Transcription Available


    Dr. Anita Sanchez is a transformational leadership consultant, speaker, coach and author of the international bestselling book, The Four Sacred Gifts: Indigenous Wisdom for Modern Times. On this episode of Eudaemonia, Kim and Anita take a deep dive into the power of indigenous wisdom, and discuss how these ancient concepts and practices can help us live happier, healthier and more harmoniously.

    Simplicity, with Courtney Carver

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2020 32:35 Transcription Available


    Courtney Carver is a celebrated simplicity expert, author of two books, including Soulful Simplicity, and founder of the fashion minimalist challenge, Project 333. On this episode, Kim chats with Courtney about the power of simplicity and explores how we can liberate ourselves from the relentless pressure to be more, have more, and do more, in our search for a fulfilling life.

    Inspiration, with Gary Metivier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 32:48 Transcription Available


    Gary Metivier is an Emmy award-winning Executive Producer, author, creative consultant, and seasoned news anchor with more than 20 years’ experience in broadcasting. He is also the founder of The Heart of the Story video series and podcast.On this episode, Kim and Gary discuss the importance of inspiration and explore how we can tap into positivity and passion to live a more fulfilling life.

    Optimism, with Irene O'Garden

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 31:19 Transcription Available


    Irene O’Garden is a distinguished American poet and author who has won or been nominated for prizes in nearly every writing category. Her latest book, released just this month, is Glad to be Human: Adventures in Optimism.On this episode of Eudaemonia, Kim chats with Irene about the importance of optimism, and how we can become happier and healthier by celebrating what Irene calls ‘the radiance of human existence’.

    Curiosity, with Dr. Diane Hamilton

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 31:55 Transcription Available


    Dr. Diane Hamilton is an award-winning speaker and nationally syndicated radio show host based in Arizona, USA. She writes and speaks on business, leadership, emotional intelligence and curiosity, career, and education, and she is the author of several popular books including her latest title, Cracking the Curiosity Code.On this episode of Eudaemonia, Kim connects with Diane to explore the concept of curiosity, and to learn why it’s easier to achieve our goals when we actively seek out our discomfort zone.

    Compassion, with Thom Bond

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 31:55 Transcription Available


    Thom Bond is a thought leader, author, activist and founder of the New York Center for Nonviolent Communication. He is the creator and leader of The Compassion Course, which attracts thousands of participants from around the world.On this episode of Eudaemonia, Kim and Thom explore how applied compassion can help us create a more peaceful and sustainable existence, on both a personal and social level.

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