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Our culture is obsessed with happiness, but what if there's a more fulfilling path? Happiness comes and goes, says writer Emily Esfahani Smith, but having meaning in life -- serving something beyond yourself and developing the best within you -- gives you something to hold onto. Learn more about the difference between being happy and having meaning as Smith offers four pillars of a meaningful life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a lot to keep us up at night. How do we manage our time, navigate financial uncertainty, escape a doom and gloom spiral? This hour, TED speakers help us flip the script as we face the future. Guests include time management expert Laura Vanderkam, non-profit CEO Aisha Nyandoro, environmental data scientist Hannah Ritchie and writer Emily Esfahani Smith.TED Radio Hour+ subscribers now get access to bonus episodes, with more ideas from TED speakers and a behind the scenes look with our producers. A Plus subscription also lets you listen to regular episodes (like this one!) without sponsors. Sign-up at plus.npr.org/ted.

Emily Esfahani Smith describes what it means to craft a meaningful life by using the concept of four pillars: belonging, purpose, storytelling, and transcendence. She illustrates that by fostering a sense of belonging in our relationships, finding purpose in our goals, imbuing our life experiences with narrative coherence, and achieving transcendence through deeper connections, we can enrich our lives with meaning. These elements are not just about attaining personal satisfaction, but also about playing active roles in improving the environments around us. In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the difference between happiness and meaning and how it can lead to a more fulfilling life Explore the four essential pillars of a meaningful life and learn how to integrate them into your daily routine Grasp the power of belonging as a pillar of meaning and how it can bring deeper connections and purpose to your life Unlock the key to finding purpose and learn ways to align your actions with your true values and passions Delve into the concept of transcendence and how it can elevate your life to a whole new level of meaning and fulfillment To learn more, click here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Author, speaker, and journalist Emily Esfahani Smith is back in the show to explain why happiness isn't worth attaining and what we should be chasing instead.    Source: Emily Esfahani Smith on Crafting a Life that Matters   Connect with Emily Esfahani Smith:    Website: http://emilyesfahanismith.com   Instagram: emilyesfahanismith   Book: The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters   Previous Episodes:   008 | Emily Esfahani Smith: "Is This All There Is ?"   Hosted by Malikee Josephs (Pronounced Muh leek Jo seffs)   Give Me A Shout:   Follow Me On Instagram @DepressionDetoxShow.   Email me: mj@depressiondetoxshow.com

In this podcast episode, Wes is joined by Emily Esfahani Smith, she is the author of the book, ”The Power of Meaning”, and she delivered a TED talk called “There's More to Life Than Being Happy”. Emily introduces her approach to finding meaning in life which she argues is more important than happiness. She suggests everyone examine and strengthen 4 pillars in their life: belonging, purpose, transcendence, and storytelling. She also shares how growing up in Sufism impacted her study of this philosophy, the rising tide of despair the world faces today, and how we can all find ways to enjoy a full and meaningful life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

how to relieve the world's suffering / spiritual knowledge as a way of checking the imbalance of values in life, and achieving real unity and peace / “The more directly one aims to maximize pleasure and avoid pain, the more likely one is to produce instead a life bereft of depth, meaning and community.” - Emily Esfahani Smith / the Supersoul isn't a judge, He's a friend / how many burials or funeral pyres of our loved ones have we witnessed in our many lifetimes? / funeral pyre renunciation / how many times have we heard that voice and ignored it? / desiring earthly enjoyments, we've become attached / we're allowed to unfollow whoever we want 

how to relieve the world's suffering / spiritual knowledge as a way of checking the imbalance of values in life, and achieving real unity and peace / “The more directly one aims to maximize pleasure and avoid pain, the more likely one is to produce instead a life bereft of depth, meaning and community.” - Emily Esfahani Smith / the Supersoul isn't a judge, He's a friend / how many burials or funeral pyres of our loved ones have we witnessed in our many lifetimes? / funeral pyre renunciation / how many times have we heard that voice and ignored it? / desiring earthly enjoyments, we've become attached / we're allowed to unfollow whoever we want 

World-renowned author and scientist Neil deGrasse Tyson became fascinated with astrophysics when he was a teenager. Best-selling science writer Mary Roach is known for her quirky humor and wide-eyed curiosity as she explores the often bizarre science of human behavior.This episode includes six unique perspectives about passion, purpose, and meaning in our own lives. Investment advisor and wealth manager Karen Firestone shares a story about a chance encounter with advice columnist Ann Landers, who gave her a new understanding of risk vs. reward. Obstetrician-gynecologist Rose Gowen speaks about her mission to get her small city with a large obesity problem to exercise more and eat better food. Emily Esfahani Smith, author of "The Power of Meaning", talks about her passion for learning from strangers. Long-distance trucker Finn Murphy reveals a long-time love of America's roads and highways.What we share today was sparked by our guests who bring deep intellect, emotion, and enthusiasm to the microphone as they reflect on what excites and moves them about their work and fields of expertise. All of us can learn from their wisdom as we seek ways to lead more fulfilling lives and make a difference to others in huge and tiny ways. This episode was first recorded in 2017. Recommendation: Jim has been thoroughly enjoying the new 2022 Netflix series, "Like a Rolling Stone: The Life & Times of Ben Fong-Torres". Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are talking with Emily Esfahani Smith about the role and importance of meaning in human flourishing. Emily also touches on how to find meaning in life and what meaning consists of - the 'four pillars' of meaning and the role each pillar may play in human flourishing.    Emily Esfahani Smith is a writer in Washington DC. In her writing, she draws on psychology, philosophy, and literature to write about the human experience — why we are the way we are and how we can find grace and meaning in a world that is full of suffering. Her book The Power of Meaning, an international bestseller, was published by Crown and has been translated into 16 different languages. The Wall Street Journal called the book “persuasive,” “elegant,” and “valuable” while the Prospect (UK) dubbed it “an intelligent page-turner.” She is also an international speaker who has delivered dozens of keynote addresses and workshops at corporations, conferences, non-profit organizations, libraries, universities, and high schools around the country and world. In 2017, Smith delivered a talk called “There's More to Life Than Being Happy” on the main stage of TED, which was based on her book. It's been viewed over 9 million times.

Get early access to our latest psychology lectures: http://bit.ly/new-talks5 In a sense, every form of psychotherapy aims to realize compassionate intentions. However, Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT; Gilbert, 2010) is distinct in the way that this approach targets compassion as an active psychotherapy process variable in assessment, case conceptualization, and interventions. CFT is based on an evolutionary model of motives and emotions, that recognizes the central importance of human affiliation and attachment dynamics in emotion regulation and optimal adaptive functioning. From the moment we are born and throughout our lives, the presence of care, compassion, and love will affect us positively, on every level of our being, from our levels of anxiety and depression to our heart rate variability and immune system functioning. Drawing on applied research in compassion science, contextual behavioural science this discussion will examine how cultivating compassion for self and others relates to psychological flexibility, our ability to mindfully contact the present moment, and to pursue the realization of our values with wisdom, strength, and courage. Making these connections is one small step in our community process of moving beyond therapy labels, to develop process-based methods of alleviating and preventing human psychological suffering. -- Dennis Tirch, Ph.D. is the Founder of The Center for Compassion Focused Therapy, the first clinical training center for Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) in the United States, Past President of the Association for Contextual Behavioural Science (ACBS), and an Associate Clinical Professor at Icahn Medical School at Mount Sinai, New York. Described as one of the country's foremost leaders in compassion training and evidence-based therapy, he is an internationally acknowledged expert therapist, supervisor, and trainer in CFT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Buddhist Psychology (BP). Dr. Tirch is the author of 6 books, some of which include: The ACT Practitioner's Guide to The Science of Compassion, Buddhist Psychology, and CBT, and Experiencing ACT from the Inside-Out. His work has been covered by numerous media outlets, including; The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, The New York Post, NPR, WIRED, and O Magazine. You can learn more about his unique approach to clinical psychology at www.mindfulcompassion.com, and follow him on Twitter at @DennisTirchPhD -- This episode is sponsored by The Weekend University's upcoming “Day on Meaning” Online Conference, taking place on 27th March 2022. In this half-day event, we'll be exploring how ancient wisdom & modern psychology can be integrated to help you uncover a deep sense of purpose and meaning in life. We'll have talks from three of the world's leading experts on the subject, including Paul Bloom, Emily Esfahani Smith, and Jeremy Lent. If you're interested in the psychology of meaning, and taking an evidence-based approach to building a fulfilling life, and also learning how to help others do the same, then this is the event for you. By attending live, you can interact with the speakers in real time, get lifetime access to the recordings, CPD certification, and connect with a community of like-minded people during the conference. As a listener of this podcast, you can get a discount on your ticket if you go to the link: http://bit.ly/meaning2022 and enter the code: “POD” when registering.

Get early access to our latest psychology lectures: http://bit.ly/new-talks5 Neurodiversity is the idea that neurological differences among people should be recognized and respected just the same as any other form of human variation. For too long the medical model of mental health has viewed differences like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia solely as “dysfunctional,” “disorders,” and “disabilities.” In the rush to provide treatments focused on “curing” these conditions too little attention has been given to enabling people with neurologically different brains to be accepted for themselves, to articulate what they want, and to help them discover and grow their strengths. Every individual has a unique profile of cognitive, social, and emotional strengths and weaknesses, and it is by understanding one's abilities and learning how to work with and around them that we find the potential for growth. We must also consider the goodness of fit between the individual and the environment. A disability in one environment may well be an ability in another. In this talk, I will describe the strength and challenge profiles associated with the different brain “wiring” and how to help individuals optimize their learning and success. -- Dr. Devon MacEachron is a licensed psychologist in New York City with a private practice informed by the positive psychology and neurodiversity movements. She conducts neuropsychological assessments designed to uncover each individual's profile of strengths and weaknesses as a learner in order to provide an action plan that simultaneously develops strengths and interests while remediating and accommodating weaker skills. She is especially knowledgeable about neurodiverse, twice-exceptional, and gifted learners, whose strengths can camouflage their weaknesses, resulting in unexpectedly weaker performance than ability and considerable frustration, anxiety, and often depression. She has a social media presence where she talks about neurodiversity, the advantages of being wired differently, challenging neuromyths, parenting, achievement, and success. Links: Get our latest psychology lectures emailed to your inbox: http://bit.ly/new-talks5 Check out our next event: http://theweekenduniversity.com/events Dr MacEachron's website: https://drdevon.com -- This episode is sponsored by The Weekend University's upcoming “Day on Meaning” Online Conference, taking place on 27th March 2022. In this half-day event, we'll be exploring how ancient wisdom & modern psychology can be integrated to help you uncover a deep sense of purpose and meaning in life. We'll have talks from three of the world's leading experts on the subject, including Paul Bloom, Emily Esfahani Smith, and Jeremy Lent. If you're interested in the psychology of meaning, and taking an evidence-based approach to building a fulfilling life, and also learning how to help others do the same, then this is the event for you. By attending live, you can interact with the speakers in real-time, get lifetime access to the recordings, CPD certification, and connect with a community of like-minded people during the conference. As a listener of this podcast, you can get a discount on your ticket if you go to the link: http://bit.ly/meaning2022 and enter the code: “POD” when registering.

Today's motivation is all about finding meaning. Audio Source More about Emily: Emily Esfahani Smith is a writer in Washington DC. In her writing, she draws on psychology, philosophy, and literature to write about the human experience—why we are the way we are and how we can find grace and meaning in a world that is full of suffering. Her book The Power of Meaning, an international bestseller, was published by Crown and has been translated into 16 different languages. The Wall Street Journal called the book “persuasive,” “elegant,” and “valuable” while the Prospect (UK) dubbed it “an intelligent page-turner.” Quote of the Day: “As much as we might wish, none of us will be able to go through life without some kind of suffering. That's why it's crucial for us to learn to suffer well.” ― Emily Esfahani Smith Leave a review --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/motiv8/support

In this seminar, we will take a voyage together exploring the biological and cultural evolution of individual identity, and the consequences of our self-perspective for major global, social, and environmental issues. Part one draws on evidence from molecular biology and neuroscience, such as how most of our 37 trillion cells have such a short lifespan that we are essentially made anew every few weeks, whilst the bacteria, fungi, and viruses that make up our bodies influence our moods and even manipulate our behaviour. This is combined with evidence from neuroscience and psychology to challenge the sense of ourselves as unchanging, discrete entities. For example, every word and every touch we receive from other people transforms the neural networks in our brain. In Part 2, we will encounter how our sense of identity as isolated individuals is an illusion that is becoming increasingly maladaptive in the modern world. It is responsible for many interlinked environmental, health, and economic problems and we will critically explore the proposition that solving these urgent problems lies in transforming our self-identity. -- Tom Oliver is a professor at the University of Reading, leading their Ecology and Evolution research group. He is a prominent systems thinker, advising both the UK government and the European Environment Agency. He has published more than eighty scientific papers in world-leading interdisciplinary journals and won two first-place prizes for essays communicating science to a broader audience. His writing has appeared in the Guardian, Independent, and BBC Science Focus and he is author of the critically acclaimed book The Self Delusion: The Surprising Science of Our Connection to Each Other and the Natural World -- Links: Get our latest psychology lectures emailed to your inbox: http://bit.ly/new-talks-5 Check out our next event: http://theweekenduniversity.com/events Professor Tom's book: https://amzn.to/3s6Vvol -- This episode is sponsored by The Weekend University's upcoming “Day on Meaning” Online Conference, taking place on 27th March 2022. In this half-day event, we'll be exploring how ancient wisdom & modern psychology can be integrated to help you uncover a deep sense of purpose and meaning in life. We'll have talks from three of the world's leading experts on the subject, including Paul Bloom, Emily Esfahani Smith, and Jeremy Lent. If you're interested in the psychology of meaning, and taking an evidence-based approach to building a fulfilling life, and also learning how to help others do the same, then this is the event for you. By attending live, you can interact with the speakers in real-time, get lifetime access to the recordings, CPD certification, and connect with a community of like-minded people during the conference. As a listener of this podcast, you can get a discount on your ticket if you go to the link: http://bit.ly/meaning2022 and enter the code: “POD” when registering.

I, Chris here, frickin' love this book! Meaning > happiness; don't believe me? Give this episode a listen and read the book.Has there ever been a time in your life where you pondered your happiness or your meaning?In this episode of the podcast, inspired by The Power of Meaning by Emily Esfahani Smith, we discuss:the author's "Four Pillars of Happiness" (or meaning!):Belonging PurposeTranscendenceStorytellingif happiness is more important than Meaning ~or~ meaning more important than happiness.the Hedonic Treadmill--a metaphor for the human condition to chase one pleasure after another because the initial feeling of happiness is likely to dissipate over timeeudaimonia--a Greek word literally translating to “good spirit", often referring to the condition of human flourishing or living wellMemorable quotes from The Power of Meaning:“Someone who has a solid grasp on his identity, knows his core beliefs, his values, and his life goals and how his groups and communities have shaped him--he is able to answer the central question that emerges during young adulthood, which is, ‘What kind of person am I and what kind of person do I want to be?' And yet identity isn't static. At every stage of life, he must actively revisit these questions. Toward the end of life that means asking not what kind of person do I want to be, but what kind of person have I been and am I ok with that?”“Research shows that when people use their strengths at work they find more meaning in their jobs and ultimately perform better. And when they pursue goals that align with their core values and interests, they feel more satisfied and competent. They're also likelier to persevere through challenges to actually accomplish those goals. That is, they are more purposeful.”Other memorable quotes from this episode:“What is the meaning of life? That was all; a simple question– one that tended to close in on one with years. The great revelation had never come. The great revelation perhaps never did come. Instead, there were little daily miracles, illuminations, matches struck unexpectedly in the dark.” -Virginia Wolf“Faith ties an individual to something larger or even infinite that lies beyond the self--no matter what answers a given faith might provide for us, every answer of faith gives infinite meaning to the finite existence of man. Meaning that is not destroyed by suffering, deprivation, and death.”  – Leo Tolstoy“Mental illness is often the result of a person's inabilability to tell a good story about his or her life. Either the story is incoherent, or inadequate, or it's a life story gone awry. The psychotherapist's job is to work with patients in a more positive way. Through editing and reinterpreting his story with his therapist, the patient comes to realize, among other things, that he is in control of his life and that some meaning can be gleaned from whatever hardship he has endured.” -Michelle CrossleyResources mentioned in today's episode:The Power of Meaning by Emily Esfahani SmithExpressive Writing: Words That Heal by James Pennebaker & John Evans

The end of one year and the beginning of another can be an obvious moment for people to set goals and reset priorities. The pandemic, from which we are yet to emerge, has put much into perspective and has doubtless prompted many to ask the question: where am I going with my life? What's it all about? While none of us can truly know the meaning of life, most of us are meaning-seeking creatures who have our own ideas about what gives life meaning – God, nature, the arts, human relationships, good food, scientific progress. Is meaning essential to a life well lived or do we put too much pressure on ourselves in trying to create it? For some, the stories we tell about ourselves are the most powerful way of addressing existential questions like the climate crisis. Yet meaning is subjective, and is often separated by national, cultural, religious and ideological borders. Can our disparate human stories be harnessed as a motivator for collective action on the climate? Or is it hubris to suggest human beings can find a solution, and the story we should be telling instead is one in which the cavalry isn't coming? Michael Buerk chairs this special end-of-year debate with guest panellists: Rowan Williams, Alice Roberts, Will Self and Bonnie Greer. With witnesses: Emily Esfahani-Smith, James Tartaglia, Martin Palmer and Charlotte Du Cann. Producer: Dan Tierney. #moralmaze

Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson and David Plotz discuss the future of the Democratic party's agenda, Omicron's spread across the United States and they're joined by investigative journalist Azmat Khan to talk about the deaths of civilians overseas and the lack of accuracy from the U.S. military. Give the gift of Plus to a fellow Slate fan and they'll receive all the benefits of membership: unlimited reading, ad-free listening, bonus content, and so much more. Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Matthew Yglesias for Slow Boring: “$1.75 Trillion Is Plenty of Money to Write a Good Build Back Better Bill Here Are Some Solid Options” Simon Bazelon and David Shor for Slow Boring: “A Permanent CTC Expansion With a Sharper Means-Test Would Protect Poor Kids Better And Be More Popular” Jonathan Chait for New York Magazine: “Biden Should Take Manchin's Deal Right Now” David Wallace-Wells for New York Magazine: “Gauteng's Omicron Wave Is Already Peaking. Why?” Derek Thompson for the Atlantic:”Is Omicron Milder?” Azmat Khan for The New York Times: “Hidden Pentagon Records Reveal Patterns of Failure in Deadly Airstrikes” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Human Toll of America's Air Wars” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Uncounted” Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad Here's this week's chatter: Emily: Katie Benner, Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Charlie Savage for the New York Times: “Some Inmates Can Stay Confined at Home After Covid Emergency, Justice Dept. Says” John: The Power of Meaning, by Emily Esfahani Smith, Mozhan Marno, and On the Meaning of Life, by Will Durant David: Hard Knocks In Season: The Indianapolis Colts Listener chatter from Mo Trent: stuffin.space For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment Emily, John, and David discuss their most and least useful years of formal education. Special thanks to listener Sean McPherson for the suggestion.   Tweet us your questions and chatters @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research and show notes by Bridgette Dunlap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson and David Plotz discuss the future of the Democratic party's agenda, Omicron's spread across the United States and they're joined by investigative journalist Azmat Khan to talk about the deaths of civilians overseas and the lack of accuracy from the U.S. military. Give the gift of Plus to a fellow Slate fan and they'll receive all the benefits of membership: unlimited reading, ad-free listening, bonus content, and so much more. Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Matthew Yglesias for Slow Boring: “$1.75 Trillion Is Plenty of Money to Write a Good Build Back Better Bill Here Are Some Solid Options” Simon Bazelon and David Shor for Slow Boring: “A Permanent CTC Expansion With a Sharper Means-Test Would Protect Poor Kids Better And Be More Popular” Jonathan Chait for New York Magazine: “Biden Should Take Manchin's Deal Right Now” David Wallace-Wells for New York Magazine: “Gauteng's Omicron Wave Is Already Peaking. Why?” Derek Thompson for the Atlantic:”Is Omicron Milder?” Azmat Khan for The New York Times: “Hidden Pentagon Records Reveal Patterns of Failure in Deadly Airstrikes” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Human Toll of America's Air Wars” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Uncounted” Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad Here's this week's chatter: Emily: Katie Benner, Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Charlie Savage for the New York Times: “Some Inmates Can Stay Confined at Home After Covid Emergency, Justice Dept. Says” John: The Power of Meaning, by Emily Esfahani Smith, Mozhan Marno, and On the Meaning of Life, by Will Durant David: Hard Knocks In Season: The Indianapolis Colts Listener chatter from Mo Trent: stuffin.space For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment Emily, John, and David discuss their most and least useful years of formal education. Special thanks to listener Sean McPherson for the suggestion.   Tweet us your questions and chatters @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research and show notes by Bridgette Dunlap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson and David Plotz discuss the future of the Democratic party's agenda, Omicron's spread across the United States and they're joined by investigative journalist Azmat Khan to talk about the deaths of civilians overseas and the lack of accuracy from the U.S. military. Give the gift of Plus to a fellow Slate fan and they'll receive all the benefits of membership: unlimited reading, ad-free listening, bonus content, and so much more. Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Matthew Yglesias for Slow Boring: “$1.75 Trillion Is Plenty of Money to Write a Good Build Back Better Bill Here Are Some Solid Options” Simon Bazelon and David Shor for Slow Boring: “A Permanent CTC Expansion With a Sharper Means-Test Would Protect Poor Kids Better And Be More Popular” Jonathan Chait for New York Magazine: “Biden Should Take Manchin's Deal Right Now” David Wallace-Wells for New York Magazine: “Gauteng's Omicron Wave Is Already Peaking. Why?” Derek Thompson for the Atlantic:”Is Omicron Milder?” Azmat Khan for The New York Times: “Hidden Pentagon Records Reveal Patterns of Failure in Deadly Airstrikes” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Human Toll of America's Air Wars” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Uncounted” Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad Here's this week's chatter: Emily: Katie Benner, Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Charlie Savage for the New York Times: “Some Inmates Can Stay Confined at Home After Covid Emergency, Justice Dept. Says” John: The Power of Meaning, by Emily Esfahani Smith, Mozhan Marno, and On the Meaning of Life, by Will Durant David: Hard Knocks In Season: The Indianapolis Colts Listener chatter from Mo Trent: stuffin.space For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment Emily, John, and David discuss their most and least useful years of formal education. Special thanks to listener Sean McPherson for the suggestion.   Tweet us your questions and chatters @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research and show notes by Bridgette Dunlap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson and David Plotz discuss the future of the Democratic party's agenda, Omicron's spread across the United States and they're joined by investigative journalist Azmat Khan to talk about the deaths of civilians overseas and the lack of accuracy from the U.S. military. Give the gift of Plus to a fellow Slate fan and they'll receive all the benefits of membership: unlimited reading, ad-free listening, bonus content, and so much more. Here are some notes and references from this week's show: Matthew Yglesias for Slow Boring: “$1.75 Trillion Is Plenty of Money to Write a Good Build Back Better Bill Here Are Some Solid Options” Simon Bazelon and David Shor for Slow Boring: “A Permanent CTC Expansion With a Sharper Means-Test Would Protect Poor Kids Better And Be More Popular” Jonathan Chait for New York Magazine: “Biden Should Take Manchin's Deal Right Now” David Wallace-Wells for New York Magazine: “Gauteng's Omicron Wave Is Already Peaking. Why?” Derek Thompson for the Atlantic:”Is Omicron Milder?” Azmat Khan for The New York Times: “Hidden Pentagon Records Reveal Patterns of Failure in Deadly Airstrikes” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Human Toll of America's Air Wars” Azmat Khan for The New York Times Magazine: “The Uncounted” Heart of Darkness, by Joseph Conrad Here's this week's chatter: Emily: Katie Benner, Zolan Kanno-Youngs and Charlie Savage for the New York Times: “Some Inmates Can Stay Confined at Home After Covid Emergency, Justice Dept. Says” John: The Power of Meaning, by Emily Esfahani Smith, Mozhan Marno, and On the Meaning of Life, by Will Durant David: Hard Knocks In Season: The Indianapolis Colts Listener chatter from Mo Trent: stuffin.space For this week's Slate Plus bonus segment Emily, John, and David discuss their most and least useful years of formal education. Special thanks to listener Sean McPherson for the suggestion.   Tweet us your questions and chatters @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages may be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.) Podcast production by Jocelyn Frank. Research and show notes by Bridgette Dunlap. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The concept of happiness is reasonably straightforward, but what does it mean? According to bestselling author Emily Esfahani Smith, it's often misunderstood. Emily draws on psychology, philosophy, and literature as she goes on a deep dive to explore the true meaning of what it is to be happy.Emily is the host of a transformational TED talk that's been viewed more than nine million times. Her most recent book is called The Power of Meaning: Finding Fulfilment in a World Obsessed with Happiness, and it's a thought-provoking take on what true happiness really is. She takes an all-angles look at the concept of happiness in personal, professional and emotional senses, with an eye to overall happiness that may not be quite what you think it is.Why do we make decisions we know are bad for us? Should we just follow our innermost passions? Can our actions influence our feelings? Emily's answers to these questions are enlightening and at-times confronting, and she'll challenge your approach to being happy in a really rewarding way.Thank you so much to Emily! You can find her http://emilyesfahanismith.com/ here, and Kiwis you can see details on where to find her wonderful book here .Brought to you by: Antonia Prebble & Roar CollectiveHost: Antonia PrebbleProduced by: Antonia Prebble & Roar Collective

So what is happiness? Do we need to be happy? What's the relationship between happiness and a meaningful life? Len Mitchell is a professor of philosophy at Pace University in New York, where he teaches a popular undergraduate course on the Philosophy of Happiness. Len came to this field later in life, retiring from Time Warner after a 22- year career as a tax attorney. Topics include:Taking advantage of a buy-out from his company at the age of 50 and embarking on a six year quest to get a Ph.D. in philosophyThe challenges of studying the subject when he had no undergraduate background in itHow college courses can add value to your life as an older studentThe importance of finding a mentor—and becoming a mentor for someone elseThe philosophy of happiness:  Eudaimonia, of human flourishingReligion vs philosophy as guides to happinessHappiness as a sense of life purposeThe importance of embracing new experiences.Dr. E. Len Mitchell is a Lecturer in Philosophy and Religious Studies.  He holds a baccalaureate degree from Auburn University (1973), a Juris Doctorate degree from Cumberland School of Law (Samford University, 1976), law masters degrees (LL.M.s) i from New York University (1978, 1989), and a Ph.D. from City University of New York Graduate Center (2007). After taking an early retirement from Time Warner, he studied philosophy from 2001 to 2007, culminating in his Ph.D. in Philosophy.  He has taught at Pace University in New York since 2008.Resources:These are the books that Prof Mitchell uses in his course on the philosophy of happiness:Happiness: A History by Darrin McMahon, 2006Aristotle's Way: How Ancient Wisdom Can Change Your Life, 2019The Power of Meaning:  Finding Fulfillment in a World Obsessed with Happiness, Emily Esfahani Smith, 2017.Man's Search for Meaning, Victor Frankl, 1959

In this podcast episode, Wes is joined by Emily Esfahani Smith, she is the author of the book, ”The Power of Meaning”, and she delivered a TED talk called “There's More to Life Than Being Happy”. Emily introduces her approach to finding meaning in life which she argues is more important than happiness. She suggests everyone examine and strengthen 4 pillars in their life: belonging, purpose, transcendence, and storytelling. She also shares how growing up in Sufism impacted her study of this philosophy, the rising tide of despair the world faces today, and how we can all find ways to enjoy a full and meaningful life.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast is an incredible labor of love from our team as we strive to help our listeners retire sooner. I'm so grateful to all of you for listening, and I'm excited for our next episode coming out on November 8th with Emily Esfahani Smith. Every day since the pandemic began, I have been on the air, coaching people through the economic roller coaster. During that time, I've also written and published a new book, and I've worked consistently to create the best content possible on this podcast, in my Atlanta Journal-Constitution column, and for my show on WSB radio. While I've enjoyed doing all of this, I've decided to take my own advice, and starting mid-November I'll be focusing on some other core pursuits in my life for a bit. I'll be back in the spring of 2022 with some great new episodes for you here. While I might be taking a short break on the current format of the podcast, I don't want you to take a break on working towards your goal of retiring at least one year sooner. So I'm turning over the mic (for a bit) to those who work tirelessly behind the scenes at Retire Sooner to answer the questions we see come in from our listeners every day. Starting November 15, we'll be rolling out a new podcast format we're calling, “Questions & Answers." Our producer Mallory will be sitting down weekly with a member of our team of financial professionals to dig into a financial or economic topic where we've consistently seen confusion and questions. I hope you enjoy these new episodes, and I can't wait for you to see what's coming in the spring.  If you'd like to reach me or the Retire Sooner Team, you can always find us at WesMoss.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You know that story in your head. The one you repeat to yourself over and over again to the point you actually believe in it as truth. The reality is your story, your narrative about yourself is just a dream you need to let go of so you can work to create a new narrative to your life.In today's episode, host Jason Ramsden dives into the stories we tell ourselves and the stories he tells himself along his own journey towards becoming a better human. He also shares an important mindset technique you can use to improve the narrative of your stories.RATE & REVIEW THE SHOWReview us on Love the Podcast or Apple Podcasts -- reviews and ratings help others find us and we appreciate your support greatly.ENGAGE WITH THE SHOWSubscribe, Facebook, Twitter or LinkedInCONNECT WITH JAYEmail, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, or TwitterRESOURCESArticle LinksThe two kinds of stories we tell about ourselves by Emily Esfahani Smith (ideas.ted.com)The stories we tell ourselves by Emily Esfahani Smith (resilience.newamerica.org)App LinksCalm App; Calm is the #1 app for sleep and meditation. Join the millions experiencing better sleep, lower stress, and less anxiety. (Apple, Android)Amazon Links**EP30: Metahuma: Unleashing Your Infinite Potential by Depak Chopra, MD.EP19: Chatter;The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness ItEP11: Give and Take by Adam GrantEP04: The 5 Second Rule: Transform your Life, Work, and Confidence with Everyday Courage by Mel RobbinsEP02: Find Your Why by Simon Sinek (audio version)**As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

In This episode, Dr. Gary Sherman welcomes Dr. Anu Lala to our conversation. Dr. Lala's clinical interests encompass all aspects of management of heart failure, including the selection and care of patients with mechanical circulatory support devices and heart transplantation as well as genetic cardiomyopathies -and- perioperative management of high-risk cardiac surgical cases. She believes in a patient-centered approach, where each individual's unique needs and preferences are essential components of developing a personalized treatment plan. Dr. Lala seeks to implement -guideline-directed -medical and device-based therapies while integrating emotional and spiritual aspects of care. (This is right up my alley) In addition to caring for patients, she serves as the Director of Heart Failure Research and as Data Coordinating Center Leader for the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute's (NHLBI) Cardiothoracic Surgery Network. Dr. Lala also leads the fellowship program in Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant. She has authored over 75 peer-reviewed scientific publications and is the principal investigator for a number of clinical trials in heart failure. Dr. Lala serves on local and national committees in the American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology, Heart Failure Society of America among others, devoted to advanced heart disease. In 2016, Dr Lala was named the American Heart Association Young Professionals Society Honoree for her service and commitment to education - and promoting cardiovascular health awareness. In 2020, she was recognized with the Proctor H. Harvey Teaching Award by the American College of Cardiology which honors a promising young member of the College who has distinguished herself by dedication and skill in teaching, and to stimulate continued careers in education.References:Dr. Anuradha Lala Tridade:  : https://www.mountsinai.org/profiles/anuradha-lala-trindadeThere's more to life than being happy | Emily Esfahani Smith:  https://youtu.be/y9Trdafp83UStrategic Empathy approaches: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating As If Your Life Depended On It , Chris Voss, Tahl Raz

Emily Esfahani Smith, author of “The Power of Meaning,” has long studied how people find fulfillment. As the ongoing pandemic causes many of us to rethink how and why we do our jobs, she offers advice on how to find more enjoyment and engagement, avoid burnout, reset ambitions, and, if necessary, change paths. One key is to define - or redefine - your purpose as it relates to work, and Smith explains how to do that wherever you are in your career.

The Power of Meaning หนังสือที่คำถามสำคัญกับชีวิตว่านอกจากจะแสวงหาความสุข และหลีกเลี่ยงความทุกข์ อะไรกันแน่ที่ทำให้ชีวิตของคนเรามีความหมาย Emily Esfahani Smith ผู้เขียนได้อธิบายความหมายของชีวิตจากประสบการณ์ ผ่าน 4 คีย์เวิร์ดสำคัญ คือความผูกพัน, จุดมุ่งหมาย, การเล่าเรื่อง และการข้ามพ้นตัวตน ซึ่ง Readery Book Review ได้อธิบายรายละเอียดของทั้ง 4 คำ ไว้ในเอพิโสดนี้

Join us this week as I talk with Dr. Adoyo, a writer, musician, artist, and Dante Scholar about trust, community, and how those things allow people's creativity to blossom. Also, a review of the book, The Power of Meaning, Crafting a Life That Matters by Emily Esfahani Smith. Rain by Adoyo  Dante's Divine Comedy  Aristotle on Ethics  The Power of Meaning, Crafting a Life That Matters by Emily Esfahani Smith 

It can be a confusing question. Social media can give us a quick fix of belonging. We think we’ve found our people and the next moment we feel lonely. The good news is we can boost our belonging, ourselves! And we’ll teach you how. Links ‘The Power Of Meaning’ by Emily Esfahani Smith http://emilyesfahanismith.com/the-book . There’s More To Life Than Being Happy, Ted Talk Emily Esfahani Smith https://bit.ly/3wctqOo . The Space Instagram @thespace_podcast and https://bit.ly/thespace_instagram here Review The Space on Apple Podcasts and https://bit.ly/review-the-space here Credits Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Content: Amy Molloy @amy_molloy Executive Producer: Elise Cooper Editor: Adrian Walton See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do wzięcia udziału w akcji zapraszam: @Myśleć Głębiej @Nie wiem, ale się dowiem! @Człowiek Absurdalny Wspomniani autorzy i ich wybrane dzieła: Nils Christie "Conflicts as property" Yuval Noah Harari "Sapiens: od zwierząt do bogów" Emily Esfahani Smith "Znajdź w życiu sens" Daniel Kahneman "Pułapki myślenia: o myśleniu szybkim i wolnym" Dołącz do nas na Discordzie: https://discord.gg/QZzc5NB Wesprzyj nas na: https://patronite.pl/wyobrazcie-sobie lub https://wyobrazciesobie.tipo.live Podcastu słuchajcie także na: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2P1ZbuHBBaJiBueThCaQEp Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/pl/podcast/pogadajmy-sobie/id1522311075 YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmoFh6JTZ-XiaDLjotvf2ZA SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-757163728 Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjgwMTcyOTY1OC9zb3VuZHMucnNz?ep=14 Kanał główny: https://www.youtube.com/c/WyobraźcieSobie Social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wyobrazcie.sobie Twitter: https://twitter.com/wyobrazciesobie IG: https://instagram.com/wyobrazcie.sobie Kontakt: wyobrazcie.sobie@gmail.com Pogadajmy Sobie to podcast twórców kanału Wyobraźcie Sobie, gdzie w luźniejszej formie podejmujemy się komentarzy bieżących wydarzeń, prowadzimy analizy wybranych zjawisk i rozmawiamy z interesującymi osobami. Prowadzący: Cezary Rochnowski

Oft definieren wir unseren Wert über unsere Sein. Dadurch, dass wir unser Sein jedoch immer wieder bewerten und auch abwerten, mangelt es an Selbstwert. Also versuchen wir den Mangel durchs Tun auszugleichen, um wiederum Anerkennung zu bekommen, von der wir glauben, endlich mal auch unser SEIN als wertvoll ansehen zu können. Doch diese Logik ist nicht durchdacht. Sie zwingt uns dazu, insbesondere, wenn wir übertreiben, für Andere zu leben, die Wünsche und Bedürfnisse Anderer zu kennen und zu stillen und irgendwann merken wir: Wer stillt eigentlich meine Bedürfnisse und erfüllt meine Wünsche? Wenn da niemand ist, sind wir vielleicht enttäuscht und fühlen uns ausgeliefert, ungerecht behandelt und gar bestätigt darin: Ich bin es vielleicht einfach nicht wert. Oder wir distanzieren uns von Anderen gänzlich, isolieren uns selbst und laufen Gefahr zu verbittern. Zugehörigkeit • eine Aufgabe • Selbsttranszendenz • Story Telling Diese vier Säulen nach Emily Esfahani Smith aus „The Power of Meaning“ bilden eine Zusammenfassung wissenschaftlicher Erkenntnisse ab, durch die unser Leben einen tieferen Sinn erhält und sich mit ihm und durch ihn eine innere Zufriedenheit einstellt. In dieser Folge werde ich diese Begriffe erläutern und auch an Hand eines Beispiels näher erklären und hoffentlich auch Missverständnissen vorbeugen. Das Skript dazu findest Du auf: www.Jennifer-Angersbach.de Weitere Beiträge oder kleines Posts gibts regelmäßig auf www.instagram.com/lieblingssternenstaub

Emily Esfahani Smith, author of the Power of Meaning, joins us for the inaugural episode of the podcast. She talks about the pillars of a meaningful life and how reflecting on the experiences that shape us tell the story of who we become. This conversation sets the stage for the guests that will join us throughout the season, sharing their reflections on their own experiences and journeys, making meaning in the process.Check out more from Emily at her website http://emilyesfahanismith.com/ and on Twitter @EmEsfahaniSmith 

In America, we’re taught that a good life is a happy life. Many of us have spent the core of our adult lives chasing success and happiness, but does accomplishing more really make us happier? Perhaps there is another path to wellbeing that’s deeper and far more fulfilling. In this episode, author Emily Esfahani Smith reveals why happiness isn’t a destination — and why we should seek meaning instead.  We’ll hear powerful lessons from Emily on what steps we can take to strive toward building a life of joy, meaning, or purpose.  In this episode, we discussed: Why the pursuit of happiness represented in our culture is flawed Four research-backed pillars for building a meaningful life How Emily discovered the undeniable connection between purpose and contribution The power of the attitude you bring to daily life (and why it matters more than you may think) Emily’s inspiring advice on simple ways to make your life more meaningful The question of universal principles for happiness and defining your life’s purpose   Why it’s normal to go through phases of life where you don’t feel purpose or meaning   Links The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life That Matters by Emily Esfahani Smith Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Life is messy, life is complicated and life is hard. Especially so when you encounter an existential episode where you find yourself questioning the real reason we have been placed on this planet and what you should be doing with your time here. In this episode we deep dive into a Ted Talk by Emily Esfahani Smith where she refers to, what she calls, "The 4 pillars of a meaningful life". We discuss each of the four pillars in great depth to make it a bit easier to relate to and digest with real life examples of how we strive to create more meaning in our own lives. As always, it is not enough just knowing this - so we leave you with a real life action step towards the end of the episode, something you can use to start applying it in your own life. Show links: Emily Esfahani Smith | TED2017 | There's more to life than being happy Reference intro audio: https://www.facebook.com/TED/videos/10160548823870652/   ------------------- Roads by LiQWYD https://soundcloud.com/liqwyd Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/6XhY6AMmkLA

Happiness is something we are all striving for, and why shouldn't we be? But what if our pursuit of happiness is misguided? On this episode, Jen Fisher talks with Emily Esfahani Smith, a writer and speaker who draws on psychology, philosophy, and literature to help us better understand the human experience.

Join Amina as she interviews Ms. Emily Esfahani Smith on the program over Zoom to talk about meaning making. Emily Esfahani Smith's Ted Talk titled “There's More to Life Than Being Happy” has over 8 million views on Ted.com and over 3 million on YouTube. In this talk she explained that even though “our culture is obsessed with happiness” she learned “chasing happiness can make people unhappy” and that having meaning in life is more beneficial to individuals. Emily lets us know why she thinks this topic resonated with so many people and elaborates more on how she came to this conclusion. She also discussed her bestselling book, The Power of Meaning: Crafting A Life that Matters, where she names 4 pillars of meaning: belonging, purpose, storytelling, and transcendence. Emily shares these with the audience and explains how they contribute to meaning making and ways to best cultivate them in our communities.

Is there more to life than being happy? What gives your life purpose? Do you ever think about your legacy? These are just some of the questions Emily Esfahani Smith asks in her book, The Power of Meaning. Our culture is obsessed with happiness, but what if there's a more fulfilling path? Happiness comes and goes but having meaning in life—serving something beyond yourself and developing the best within you—gives you something to hold onto. Emily is a writer, editor, and speaker in Washington DC. Her work draws on psychology, philosophy, and literature to write about the human experience—why we are the way we are and how we can find grace and meaning in a world that is full of suffering. Emily is also an international speaker who has delivered dozens of keynote addresses and workshops around the country and world. In 2017, Smith delivered a talk called “ There's More to Life Than Being Happy” on the main stage of TED, which was based on her book. It has been viewed over 8 million times. Sign up for relationship coaching with Suzanne: https://www.suzannevenker.com/relationship-coaching/ Subscribe to The Suzanne Venker Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-suzanne-venker-show/id1471433977 Follow Suzanne on Social Media: https://twitter.com/SuzanneVenker https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneVenkerAuthor/ https://www.instagram.com/suzannevenkerauthor/ Buy Women Who Win at Love or The Alpha Female's Guide to Men & Marriage NOW: https://www.amazon.com/Suzanne-Venker/e/B001K7VY7K%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Our culture is obsessed with happiness, but what if there's a more fulfilling path? Happiness comes and goes, says writer Emily Esfahani Smith, but having meaning in life -- serving something beyond yourself and developing the best within you -- gives you something to hold onto. Learn more about the difference between being happy and having meaning as Esfahani Smith offers four pillars of a meaningful life.

Our culture is obsessed with happiness, but what if there's a more fulfilling path? Happiness comes and goes, says writer Emily Esfahani Smith, but having meaning in life -- serving something beyond yourself and developing the best within you -- gives you something to hold onto. Learn more about the difference between being happy and having meaning as Esfahani Smith offers four pillars of a meaningful life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation acclaimed writer and journalist Emily Esfahani Smith and I discuss a wide array of topics related to meaning in life including:-The difference between meaning and happiness -Why we should pursue meaning -A bit about the science of meaning -Leveraging meaning and purpose to overcome adversity and fear -Practical ways to build meaning into our lives and ultimately craft a life that matters. If you enjoyed this episode check out www.joshuasteinfeldt.com/podcast for show notes and more. Background: Emily Esfahani Smith is a journalist and the author of The Power of Meaning: Finding Fulfillment in a World Obsessed With Happiness. Her articles and essays have appeared in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, The Atlantic, The New Criterion, and other publications. The former managing editor of The New Criterion, Smith is also an editor at the Stanford University's Hoover Institution, where she advises the Ben Franklin Circles project, a collaboration with the 92nd Street Y and Citizen University to build meaning in local communities. To find out more about Emily visit www.emilyesfahanismith.comSupport the show (https://joshuasteinfeldt.com/donate/)

In our packed, chaotic, stressed lives, many long for a sense of purpose and meaning. What truly creates meaning for each of us? What can we do to find a greater sense of meaning in work and in life in general? Tune in to hear the secrets uncovered by the research of today's guest: Emily Esfahani Smith.

In our packed, chaotic, stressed lives, many long for a sense of purpose and meaning. What truly creates meaning for each of us? What can we do to find a greater sense of meaning in work and in life in general? Tune in to hear the secrets uncovered by the research of today's guest: Emily Esfahani Smith.

I first met Emily Esfahani Smith when I was an assistant instructor in the University of Pennsylvania's Master of Applied Positive Psychology program. One of my responsibilities was to read and grade theory papers for one of the classes. I was absolutely blown away by the power and insight of her writing. I remember thinking at the time that one day I'd be reading a future book from her. Just five years later and I found myself engrossed in her popular new book - The Power of Meaning: Crafting a Life that Matters. In the book, Emily argues that we should stop chasing happiness and instead pursue a life of meaning and purpose. This point of view comes from years of psychology and philosophy research and interviews with people from all around the world. If you've ever struggled with finding happiness in life, trying to understand how your life fits with it all ... Then check out this interview and pick up her book. You will not regret it. It's a great way to understand how we can understand meaning and purpose, and craft a life worth living. In today's episode, Emily and I discuss: *Why we should be pursuing meaning in life over happiness. *What are the 4 critical pillars of meaning and how we integrate them into our life. *Recommendations of books with amazing examples of people finding and creating meaning in their life and even a book that will help you to develop more well-being in your life. *And a ton of other key insights and practical lessons!

Too many of us believe that the search for meaning is an esoteric pursuit—that you have to travel to a distant monastery or page through dusty volumes to discover life's secrets. The truth is, there are untapped sources of meaning all around us—right here, right now. Join Dr. Connie as she interviews one of her favorite authors, Emily Esfahani Smith, about her book The Power of Meaning. In a culture obsessed with happiness, this wise, stirring book points the way toward a richer, more satisfying life.

In our packed, chaotic, stressed lives, many long for a sense of purpose and meaning. What truly creates meaning for each of us? What can we do to find a greater sense of meaning in work and in life in general? Tune in to hear the secrets uncovered by the research of today's guest: Emily Esfahani Smith.

In our packed, chaotic, stressed lives, many long for a sense of purpose and meaning. What truly creates meaning for each of us? What can we do to find a greater sense of meaning in work and in life in general? Tune in to hear the secrets uncovered by the research of today's guest: Emily Esfahani Smith.

Katie Choo and Brigitte Jia discuss how the meaning of “the end of school “changes as one grows older as well as summer plans, volunteering, road trips, and what the next year will be. Inspirational guest author, Emily Esfagabu Smith encourages cultivating purpose throughout one's life by staying grounded and focused on strengths and talents. In a culture obsessed with happiness, her book, The Power of Meaning, points the way toward a richer, more satisfying life striking a profound chord in anyone seeking a life that matters. Joven Hundal debates whether a long summer break is the best course for parents, teachers, and students as research has shown that a full month of math prowess is lost. A rigorous year round school with one month interval breaks may be more productive for the student. Whatever you do this summer, get off the couch, turn off the gadgets, go outside, pick up a book, take a class, go to a seminar, relax and enjoy summer but do keep your mind on your education.

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