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Dec. 26, 2023

Leveraging The Holidays For Community, Reflection, And Renewal

Embrace a unique lens to view the power of special days. Tune in and find out how celebrating holidays and special days can enhance our lives, not just religiously, but also through fostering community, self-reflection, and personal renewal. While the joy of gathering and sharing brings us closer, these occasions…

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Dec. 20, 2023

The Power of Perspective

In this deeply thought-provoking episode of Live Well and Flourish, I, Craig Van Slyke, present a compelling narrative that explores the profound connection between perspective and our subjective reality. Want to learn how to harness the power of perspective and shape your experiences? This discussion unravels the intricate tapestry of…

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Dec. 18, 2023

The Power Of Perspective

In this deeply thought-provoking episode of Live Well and Flourish, I, Craig Van Slyke, present a compelling narrative that explores the profound connection between perspective and our subjective reality. Want to learn how to harness the power of perspective and shape your experiences? This discussion unravels the intricate tapestry of…

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Dec. 13, 2023

What Cannot Be Cured, Must Be Endured

Drawing wisdom from the resiliency of the Appalachian people, this episode is a deep exploration of the old saying, "what cannot be cured, must be endured." As your host, Craig Van Slyke, I bridge the gap between this profound outlook and the core belief of Stoicism - the acceptance that…

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Dec. 11, 2023

What Cannot Be Cured, Must Be Endured (5MF)

Drawing wisdom from the resiliency of the Appalachian people, this episode is a deep exploration of the old saying, "what cannot be cured, must be endured." As your host, Craig Van Slyke, I bridge the gap between this profound outlook and the core belief of Stoicism - the acceptance that…

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Dec. 7, 2023

Wisdom Is Where You Find It

Imagine there's a vast well of wisdom around you, just waiting to be tapped into. That's the premise we explore in today's episode of Live Well and Flourish. Guided by the mantra 'See your Possibilities, not your Limitations,' your host Craig Van Slyke takes you through his journey of discovering…

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Dec. 4, 2023

Wisdom Is Where You Find It - Developing A Wisdom Mindset

Imagine there's a vast well of wisdom around you, just waiting to be tapped into. That's the premise we explore in today's episode of Live Well and Flourish. Guided by the mantra 'See your Possibilities, not your Limitations,' your host Craig Van Slyke takes you through his journey of discovering…

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Nov. 29, 2023

Why I Thank Chat GPT

What if being polite to a chatbot could improve your own habits? Imagine if even your smallest interactions with AI could lead to personal growth! Welcome to an unconventional exploration of AI and habits in Live Well and Flourish. I, your host Craig Van Slyke, unearth the surprising connection between…

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Nov. 27, 2023

Why I Thank ChatGPT: Muscle Memory for Virtue

What if being polite to a chatbot could improve your own habits? Imagine if even your smallest interactions with AI could lead to personal growth! Welcome to an unconventional exploration of AI and habits in Live Well and Flourish. I, your host Craig Van Slyke, unearth the surprising connection between…

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Nov. 27, 2023

Why I Thank ChatGPT: Muscle Memory For Virtue (5MF)

What if being polite to a chatbot could improve your own habits? Imagine if even your smallest interactions with AI could lead to personal growth! Welcome to an unconventional exploration of AI and habits in Live Well and Flourish. I, your host Craig Van Slyke, unearth the surprising connection between…

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Nov. 26, 2023

Why You Need A Personal Manifesto

What if there was a tool so powerful it could transform your life, providing clarity around your virtues, values, beliefs, and purpose? Welcome to this episode of 'Live Well and Flourish', where Craig guides you through the creation of that very tool - a personal manifesto. This invaluable document helps…

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Nov. 20, 2023

Why You Need A Personal Manifesto

What if there was a tool so powerful it could transform your life, providing clarity around your virtues, values, beliefs, and purpose? Welcome to this episode of 'Live Well and Flourish', where Craig guides you through the creation of that very tool - a personal manifesto. This invaluable document helps…

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Nov. 13, 2023

Progress, Not Perfection (5MF)

Striving for perfection might seem like an exercise in futility, but what if the pursuit itself holds the key to a fulfilling life? This thought-provoking discussion peels back the layers on our relentless quest for perfection. We dive deep into the Stoic principle of the 'Procopton', the ideal embodiment of…

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Nov. 13, 2023

Grace: Virtue In Action

Promising to shed light on an aspect of virtue often overlooked, I, Craig Van Slyke, invite you to join me on a journey to uncover the power of grace. This episode serves as a compass to guide you through the intersection of grace and virtue, an exploration revealing grace as…

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Nov. 6, 2023

Grace: Virtue In Action

Promising to shed light on an aspect of virtue often overlooked, I, Craig Van Slyke, invite you to join me on a journey to uncover the power of grace. This episode serves as a compass to guide you through the intersection of grace and virtue, an exploration revealing grace as…

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Nov. 1, 2023

You Can't Control The Cards You're Dealt

Ever wondered how you could shift your perspective to navigate life's challenges? This episode might just have the answers. Craig dives into the wisdom behind the saying, "You can't control the cards you're dealt, only how you play them." Explore the power of reframing your life story with us, using…

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Oct. 30, 2023

You Can't Control The Cards You're Dealt (5MF)

Ever wondered how you could shift your perspective to navigate life's challenges? This episode might just have the answers. Craig dives into the wisdom behind the saying, "You can't control the cards you're dealt, only how you play them." Explore the power of reframing your life story with us, using…

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Oct. 25, 2023

Stoicism: Not Just For Bros

In this episode of Live Well and Flourish, host Craig Van Slyke challenges the common misconception that Stoicism is only for "bros" or aggressive young men fixated on competition and material success. He presents Stoicism as a philosophy that can benefit anyone seeking to live a flourishing life. Craig explains…

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Oct. 23, 2023

Stoicism: Not Just For Bros

In this episode of Live Well and Flourish, host Craig Van Slyke challenges the common misconception that Stoicism is only for "bros" or aggressive young men fixated on competition and material success. He presents Stoicism as a philosophy that can benefit anyone seeking to live a flourishing life. Craig explains…

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Oct. 18, 2023

The Journey Is The Reward

Ever found yourself tangled in the stress of life, fretting over things beyond your control? Then you'll want to hear about my life-altering trip to Aruba and the unexpected wisdom it bestowed upon me. I learned to embrace the concept of 'the Aruba moment', a lesson in accepting the journey…

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Oct. 16, 2023

The Journey Is The Reward (5MF)

Ever found yourself tangled in the stress of life, fretting over things beyond your control? Then you'll want to hear about my life-altering trip to Aruba and the unexpected wisdom it bestowed upon me. I learned to embrace the concept of 'the Aruba moment', a lesson in accepting the journey…

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Oct. 11, 2023

From Me To We: Concentric Circles of Community

Discover ancient wisdom wrapped in modern relevance as we explore Hieroclese's concentric circles of community. I promise, by the end of this episode, you'll understand how this philosophy, steeped in a duty to others, can enhance your connections, expand your community, and foster personal growth in today's ever-evolving world. Got…

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Oct. 11, 2023

From Me To We: Concentric Circles of Community

Discover ancient wisdom wrapped in modern relevance as we explore Hieroclese's concentric circles of community. I promise, by the end of this episode, you'll understand how this philosophy, steeped in a duty to others, can enhance your connections, expand your community, and foster personal growth in today's ever-evolving world. Got…

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Oct. 9, 2023

From Me To We: Concentric Circles of Community

Discover ancient wisdom wrapped in modern relevance as we explore Hieroclese's concentric circles of community. I promise, by the end of this episode, you'll understand how this philosophy, steeped in a duty to others, can enhance your connections, expand your community, and foster personal growth in today's ever-evolving world. Got…

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