Eudaemonia Archives - The Wellness Couch
92 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsEudaemonia is a classical Greek word best defined as “human flourishing”. It is central to the virtue ethics of Aristotle and essentially calls for us to strive for a “good life”. In this podcast, holistic wellbeing coach, Kim Forrester, takes a deep-dive into the characteristics and daily habits that can enhance our experience of life – such as generosity, temperance, courage, honesty and joy. On each episode, Kim interviews researchers, experts and ‘inspiring examples’ about a specific trait and explores how we can each integrate these elements into our lives and amplify them in our world. Intelligent, intriguing and authentic, the Eudaemonia podcast offers an inspirational and thought-provoking view of what it means to ‘flourish’ in life.
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EDMN 021: Strength, with Kim Farmakis Stevenson
September 03, 2019 19:00 - 33 minutes - 53.8 MBKim Farmakis Stevenson is a record-holding, gold-medal powerlifter who has represented Australia at the highest levels. As a life coach, she has a passion for empowering women to be both emotionally and mentally strong. www.transformationsbykim.com On this episode, the two Kims discuss how our lives are enhanced when we confront our frailties and work to… Continue reading EDMN 021: Strength, with Kim Farmakis Stevenson The post EDMN 021: Strength, with Kim Farmakis Stevenson appeared first ...
Strength, with Kim Farmakis Stevenson
September 03, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBKim Farmakis Stevenson is a record-holding, gold-medal powerlifter who has represented Australia at the highest levels. As a life coach, she has a passion for empowering women to be both emotionally and mentally strong. On this episode, Kim Forrester connects with Kim Farmakis Stevenson to discuss how our lives are enhanced when we confront our frailties and work to develop greater physical, mental and emotional strength.
Authenticity, with Rebecca Smith
August 27, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBRebecca Smith is an entrepreneurial leader and renowned marketing and branding expert. Since 2014, she has been entrusted to lead New Zealand Story – a joint private-public initiative within the New Zealand government. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Rebecca chat about the value of authenticity and discuss why we ought to express ourselves in consciously authentic ways.
EDMN 020: Authenticity, with Rebecca Smith
August 27, 2019 19:00 - 31 minutes - 50.2 MBRebecca Smith is an entrepreneurial leader and renowned marketing and branding expert. Since 2014, she has been entrusted to lead New Zealand Story – a joint private-public initiative within the New Zealand government. www.nzstory.govt.nz On this episode, Kim and Rebecca chat about the value of authenticity and discuss why we ought to express ourselves in… Continue reading EDMN 020: Authenticity, with Rebecca Smith The post EDMN 020: Authenticity, with Rebecca Smith appeared first on The We...
EDMN 019: Adventure, with Carrie Miller
August 20, 2019 19:00 - 36 minutes - 59.3 MBCarrie Miller is an avid traveller, storyteller and award-winning professional writer. She writes primarily for National Geographic and is a Contributing Editor at National Geographic Traveler Magazine. www.carrieink.co.nz On this episode, Kim and Carrie talk about the importance of adventure, and discuss why stepping out of our comfort zone is a vital component in an… Continue reading EDMN 019: Adventure, with Carrie Miller The post EDMN 019: Adventure, with Carrie Miller appeared first on...
Adventure, with Carrie Miller
August 20, 2019 19:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBCarrie Miller is an avid traveller, storyteller and award-winning professional writer. She writes primarily for National Geographic and is a Contributing Editor at National Geographic Traveler Magazine. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Carrie talk about the importance of adventure, and discuss why stepping out of our comfort zone is a vital component in an inspired life.
Self-compassion, with Dr. Kristin Neff
August 13, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBDr. Kristin Neff is an author, associate professor in human development and culture at the University of Texas, and pioneer in the field of self-compassion. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Kristin about the importance of self-compassion and learns how we can turn our inner dialogue away from harsh criticism, and toward support, understanding and self-care.
EDMN 018: Self-Compassion, with Dr. Kristin Neff
August 13, 2019 19:00 - 34 minutes - 56.4 MBDr. Kristin Neff is an author, associate professor in human development and culture at the University of Texas, and pioneer in the field of self-compassion. www.self-compassion.org On this episode, Kim chats with Kristin about the importance of self-compassion and learns how we can turn our inner dialogue away from harsh criticism, and toward support, understanding Listen In The post EDMN 018: Self-Compassion, with Dr. Kristin Neff appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Creativity, with Adam Haddrick
August 06, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBAdam Haddrick is a renowned Australian photographer with a clientele that includes the crème de la crème of global celebrities, corporations and elite sportsmen and women. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Adam discuss the power of creativity, and explore how we can each reclaim our creative genius and unlock this incredible key to wellbeing and fulfilment.
EDMN 017: Creativity, with Adam Haddrick
August 06, 2019 19:00 - 32 minutes - 52.7 MBAdam Haddrick is a renowned Australian photographer with a clientele that includes the crème de la crème of global celebrities, corporations and elite sportsmen and women. www.adamhaddrick.com On this episode, Kim and Adam discuss the power of creativity, and explore how we can each reclaim our creative genius and unlock this incredible key to wellbeing Listen In The post EDMN 017: Creativity, with Adam Haddrick appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
EDMN 016: Ethics, with Hilary Jane Grosskopf
July 30, 2019 19:00 - 37 minutes - 61 MBHilary Jane Grosskopf is a leadership strategist, writer and yoga teacher. She has an extensive background in corporate leadership and the study of systems engineering and is the author of two leadership guidebooks, Awake Leadership and Awake Ethics. www.awakeleadershipsolutions.com On this episode, Kim and Hilary chat about the ethical principles that can enhance our societies Listen In The post EDMN 016: Ethics, with Hilary Jane Grosskopf appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Ethics, with Hilary Jane Grosskopf
July 30, 2019 19:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBHilary Jane Grosskopf is a leadership strategist, writer and yoga teacher. She has an extensive background in corporate leadership and the study of systems engineering and is the author of two leadership guidebooks, Awake Leadership and Awake Ethics. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Hilary chat about the ethical principles that can enhance our societies, and our daily lives.
Liberation, with Linda Kay Klein
July 23, 2019 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBLinda Kay Klein is a storyteller and social innovator, with an extensive background in social entrepreneurship and innovation, and storytelling for good. Linda is the founder of Break Free Together—a not-for-profit organization that helps people claim their stories, their bodies, and themselves. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Linda discuss how we can free ourselves from social constraints, and live flourishing lives with an authentic sense of liberation.
EDMN 015: Liberation, with Linda Kay Klein
July 23, 2019 19:00 - 40 minutes - 65.7 MBLinda Kay Klein is a storyteller and social innovator, with an extensive background in social entrepreneurship and innovation, and storytelling for good. Linda is the founder of Break Free Together—a not-for-profit organization that helps people claim their stories, their bodies, and themselves. www.lindakayklein.com On this episode, Kim and Linda discuss how we can free ourselves Listen In The post EDMN 015: Liberation, with Linda Kay Klein appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Gratitude, with Emiliana Simon-Thomas
June 04, 2019 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBDr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas is the science director of the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley and a leading expert on the neuroscience and psychology of compassion, kindness, gratitude, and other “pro-social” skills. On this episode, Emiliana and Kim Forrester talk about the power of gratitude, and discuss and discuss how we can all enhance our well-being by being deeply and authentically grateful.
EDMN 014: Gratitude, with Emiliana Simon-Thomas
June 04, 2019 19:00 - 34 minutes - 56.4 MBDr. Emiliana Simon-Thomas is the science director of the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley and a leading expert on the neuroscience and psychology of compassion, kindness, gratitude, and other “pro-social” skills. www.ggsc.berkeley.edu On this episode, Emiliana and Kim talk about the power of gratitude, and discuss how we can all Listen In The post EDMN 014: Gratitude, with Emiliana Simon-Thomas appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
EDMN 013: Balance, with Dr. John Demartini
May 28, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 49.9 MBDr. John Demartini is a world-renowned specialist in human behaviour and global educator. He has studied over 30,000 books across all the academic disciplines, and has authored more than 40 books of his own. www.drdemartini.com On this episode, Kim and Dr Demartini discuss why a balanced perspective is a defining ingredient in a ‘good’ life, Listen In The post EDMN 013: Balance, with Dr. John Demartini appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Balance, with Dr. John Demartini
May 28, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBDr. John Demartini is a world-renowned specialist in human behaviour and global educator. He has studied over 30,000 books across all the academic disciplines, and has authored more than 40 books of his own. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Dr Demartini discuss why a balanced perspective is a defining ingredient in a ‘good’ life, and reveal the delusions and fantasies that prevent us from truly flourishing in life. **Adult themes and language**
EDMN 012: Sanctity, with Maggie Hamilton
May 21, 2019 19:00 - 35 minutes - 57.5 MBMaggie Hamilton is an author, publisher and storyteller with a passion for life, ideas, and ancient wisdom. She is a regular media commentator and keen observer of social trends, and a frequent visitor to the world’s sacred places. www.maggiehamilton.org On this episode, Kim talks with Maggie about how we can reinvigorate our lives with a Listen In The post EDMN 012: Sanctity, with Maggie Hamilton appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Sanctity, with Maggie Hamilton
May 21, 2019 19:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBMaggie Hamilton is an author, publisher and storyteller with a passion for life, ideas, and ancient wisdom. She is a regular media commentator and keen observer of social trends, and a frequent visitor to the world’s sacred places. On this episode, Kim Forrester talks with Maggie about how we can reinvigorate our lives with a sense of sanctity, and how connecting with the sacred on a daily basis can help us to flourish.
EDMN 011: Stillness, with Tom Cronin
May 14, 2019 19:00 - 31 minutes - 50.5 MBTom Cronin is a renowned Australian author, speaker, meditation teacher and founder of The Stillness Project, a global movement which seeks to inspire one billion people to meditate daily. www.tomcronin.com On this episode, Kim chats with Tom about how he found stillness in the midst of a highly-stressful financial career, and learns tips and tools Listen In The post EDMN 011: Stillness, with Tom Cronin appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Stillness, with Tom Cronin
May 14, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBTom Cronin is a renowned Australian author, speaker, meditation teacher and founder of The Stillness Project, a global movement which seeks to inspire one billion people to meditate daily. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Tom about how he found stillness in the midst of a highly-stressful financial career, and learns tips and tools that can inspire us all to enjoy a health-enhancing meditation practice.
EDMN 010: Faith, with Reza Aslan
May 07, 2019 19:00 - 40 minutes - 64.6 MBReza Aslan is an internationally-renowned best-selling author, religious studies scholar, commentator, television host, and the producer of several television shows including CNN’s Believer. www.rezaaslan.com On this episode, Kim and Reza discuss what it truly means to have faith – both inside and outside the realms of religion – and talk about how a deep and Listen In The post EDMN 010: Faith, with Reza Aslan appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Faith, with Reza Aslan
May 07, 2019 19:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBReza Aslan is an internationally-renowned best-selling author, religious studies scholar, commentator, television host, and the producer of several television shows including CNN’s Believer. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Reza discuss what it truly means to have faith - both inside and outside the realms of religion - and talk about how a deep and personal faith can help you find your place in the world, and flourish.
EDMN 009: Forgiveness, with Marina Cantacuzino
April 30, 2019 19:00 - 30 minutes - 49.4 MBMarina Cantacuzino is an award-winning British journalist and founder of The Forgiveness Project – a not-for-profit that explores the concept of forgiveness and strives to build a climate of tolerance, resilience, hope and empathy. www.theforgivenessproject.com On this episode, Kim and Marina take a deep-dive into the concept of forgiveness. Is it truly necessary for us Listen In The post EDMN 009: Forgiveness, with Marina Cantacuzino appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Forgiveness, with Marina Cantacuzino
April 30, 2019 19:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBMarina Cantacuzino is an award-winning British journalist and founder of The Forgiveness Project – a not-for-profit that explores the concept of forgiveness and strives to build a climate of tolerance, resilience, hope and empathy. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Marina take a deep-dive into the concept of forgiveness. Is it truly necessary for us to ‘forgive and forget’ if we want to live a flourishing and fulfilled life?
EDMN 008: Kindness, with Leon Logothetis
April 23, 2019 19:00 - 27 minutes - 44.8 MBLeon Logothetis, aka “The Kindness Guy” is a global adventurer, motivational speaker, philanthropist, and creator and host of the The Kindness Diaries, which airs on Netflix. www.leonlogothetis.com On this episode, Kim and Leon explore the inherent beauty of kindness and human connection, and discuss how spreading the good stuff can enhance our personal happiness and Listen In The post EDMN 008: Kindness, with Leon Logothetis appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Kindness, with Leon Logothetis
April 23, 2019 19:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBLeon Logothetis, aka “The Kindness Guy” is a global adventurer, motivational speaker, philanthropist, and creator and host of The Kindness Diaries, which airs on Netflix. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Leon explore the inherent beauty of kindness and human connection, and discuss how spreading the good stuff can enhance our personal happiness and wellbeing.
EDMN 007: Leadership, with Grant Schreiber
March 05, 2019 18:00 - 26 minutes - 43.2 MBGrant Schreiber is a publisher, editor, best-selling author and founder of Schreiber Media. He is the founding editor of Real Leaders, a leadership magazine that focuses exclusively on sustainability and ethical business. www.real-leaders.com On this episode, Kim chats with Grant about what it truly means to be a leader in the 21st century, and explores Listen In The post EDMN 007: Leadership, with Grant Schreiber appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Leadership, with Grant Schreiber
March 05, 2019 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBGrant Schreiber is a publisher, editor, best-selling author and founder of Schreiber Media. He is the founding editor of Real Leaders, a leadership magazine that focuses exclusively on sustainability and ethical business. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Grant about what it truly means to be a leader in the 21st century, and learns how we can each activate the ‘real leader’ that resides within us.
EDMN 006: Youthfulness, with Damian Kristof and Marcus Pearce
February 26, 2019 18:00 - 36 minutes - 59.3 MBDamian Kristof is a renowned nutritionist and chiropractor, and Marcus Pearce is an ex-journalist and broadcast producer with a passion for wellness education. Together, they host the popular 100NotOut podcast and coordinate regular trips to the Greek island of Ikaria – the place where people forget to die. www.100notout.com On this episode, Kim learns from Listen In The post EDMN 006: Youthfulness, with Damian Kristof and Marcus Pearce appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Youthfulness, with Damian Kristof and Marcus Pearce
February 26, 2019 18:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBDamian Kristof is a renowned nutritionist and chiropractor, and Marcus Pearce is an ex-journalist and broadcast producer with a passion for wellness education. Together, they host the popular 100NotOut podcast and coordinate regular trips to the Greek island of Ikaria – the place where people forget to die. On this episode, Kim Forrester hears from Damian and Marcus all they have learned about 'ageing' from the vibrant and youthful people of Ikaria.
Nonconformity, with Jack Delosa
February 19, 2019 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBJack Delosa is one of Australia’s leading business thought-leaders, the host of the Sky Business series ‘Entrepreneurs’, and the founder and CEO of The Entourage, Australia’s largest entrepreneurial education institution. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Jack discuss the importance of uniqueness and unconventionality, and explore the limits of living by Other People’s Rules.
EDMN 005: Nonconformity, with Jack Delosa
February 19, 2019 18:00 - 32 minutes - 53.1 MBJack Delosa is one of Australia’s leading business thought-leaders, the host of the Sky Business series ‘Entrepreneurs’, and the founder and CEO of the Entourage, Australia’s largest entrepreneurial education institution. www.the-entourage.com.au On this episode, Kim and Jack discuss the importance of uniqueness and unconventionality, explore the limits of Other People’s Rules, and talk about why Listen In The post EDMN 005: Nonconformity, with Jack Delosa appeared first on The Wellness Cou...
Nature, with Simon Attwood
February 12, 2019 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBDr Simon Attwood is the Head of Conservation with the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) in Singapore, agro-ecologist, avid bird-watcher, musician and yoga instructor. On this episode, Simon talks with Kim Forrester about the importance of cultivating an affinity with nature for those who seek a fulfilled life. They discuss the science that supports a greater connection with (and compassion for) the living Earth, and look at ways we can integrate a natural connection into our synthetic, modern ...
EDMN 004: Nature, with Simon Attwood
February 12, 2019 18:00 - 32 minutes - 51.8 MBDr Simon Attwood is the Head of Conservation with the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) in Singapore, agro-ecologist, avid bird-watcher, musician and yoga instructor. www.worldwildlife.org On this episode, Simon and I talk about the importance of cultivating an affinity with nature for those who seek a fulfilled life. We discuss the science that supports a Listen In The post EDMN 004: Nature, with Simon Attwood appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Resilience, with Stuart Taylor
February 05, 2019 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBStuart Taylor is CEO and founder of Springfox, author of Assertive Humility: Emerging from the Ego Trap, an ambassador for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation and is on the board of The Gawler Cancer Foundation. On this episode, Stuart chats with Kim Forrester and explains the common myths and misconceptions around ‘resilience’, shares the five traits of resilient people, and discusses why a more 'spiritual' approach to life allows us to emerge stronger and wiser after set-back and tragedy.
EDMN 003: Resilience, with Stuart Taylor
February 05, 2019 18:00 - 26 minutes - 37.1 MBStuart Taylor is CEO and founder of Springfox, author of Assertive Humility – emerging from the Ego Trap, an ambassador for the Cure Brain Cancer Foundation and is on the board of The Gawler Cancer Foundation. www.springfox.com On this episode, Stuart explains the common myths and misconceptions around ‘resilience’, shares the five traits of resilient people, and Listen In The post EDMN 003: Resilience, with Stuart Taylor appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
EDMN 002: Happiness, with Dacher Keltner
January 29, 2019 18:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBDr. Dacher Keltner is a full professor at the University of California Berkeley and faculty director of the Greater Good Science Center. His research focuses on the biological and evolutionary origins of compassion, awe, love, beauty, emotional expression, power, social class, and inequality. www.ggia.berkeley.edu On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Dacher about the science Listen In The post EDMN 002: Happiness, with Dacher Keltner appeared first on The Wellness Couch.
Happiness, with Dacher Keltner
January 29, 2019 18:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBDr. Dacher Keltner is a full professor at the University of California Berkeley and faculty director of the Greater Good Science Center. His research focuses on the biological and evolutionary origins of compassion, awe, love, beauty, emotional expression, power, social class, and inequality. On this episode, Kim Forrester chats with Dacher about the science of happiness and the keys to living an authentically happy life.
Bravery, with Margie Warrell
January 22, 2019 18:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBMargie Warrell is a renowned speaker and thought leader in human behaviour, Forbes columnist and best-selling author of several books including Brave, Stop Playing Safe and Make Your Mark. On this episode, Kim Forrester and Margie discuss the true value of fear, how to step into courage when fear is holding you back from your potential and possibility, and the importance of maintaining your integrity as you become braver.
EDMN 001: Bravery, with Margie Warrell
January 22, 2019 18:00 - 31 minutes - 50.7 MBMargie Warrell is a renowned speaker and thought leader in human behaviour, Forbes columnist and best-selling author of several books including Brave, Stop Playing Safe and Make Your Mark. www.margiewarrell.com On this episode, Kim and Margie discuss the true value of fear, how to step into courage when fear is holding you back from your Listen In The post EDMN 001: Bravery, with Margie Warrell appeared first on The Wellness Couch.