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The Quest for a Good Life
http://thequestforagoodlife.wordpress.com/
For the past 20 years, at least, I have dedicated myself to living a good life. This blog primarily is devoted to my reflections regarding this quest, and draws upon my Christian faith, knowledge of psychological science, and personal experiences. Topics vary, but include religion/spirituality, culture, happiness, relationships, work, and leisure.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 178 )
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The Science of a Good Life
Two years ago today, the World Health Organization officially declared COVID-19 to be a pandemic. Now, after two years of living with various restrictions,... Read more
Posted on 11 March 2022 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
A Poem of a Parent with Teenagers
“You’re in my thoughts and prayers.”Maybe instead I should recognize:“I hold you in my heart, in my thoughts, and in my prayers.”As I hold you, I’m learningNot... Read more
Posted on 06 January 2022 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Top 5 Posts for 2021
It’s been another year for the books. Somehow, in the midst of everything, more and more people seem to be following this blog. As a way to review the year,... Read more
Posted on 31 December 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Contentment Whatever the Circumstances
No matter how people feel about Christianity, I imagine most would aspire to the place St. Paul arrived at when he declared:“I have learned to be content... Read more
Posted on 29 December 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Quake
I’m really honored to have Christian Century publish a brief essay of mine as a part of their ongoing series in honor of acclaimed spiritual writer Frederick... Read more
Posted on 20 December 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Science of Motivating Others
How do we motivate those under our care to do what’s in their best interest? This is a question many of us – we who are supervisors, parents, teachers,... Read more
Posted on 18 November 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Tanya Luhrmann Zoom Talk on Spiritual Experience
I’m very excited to help host a Zoom talk by Dr. Tanya Luhrmann, Professor of Anthropology and Psychology at Stanford University, on Tuesday, October 5, from... Read more
Posted on 06 September 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Today: The Day to Do Something
My friend, Dr. Robert Fisch, often reflects on his life by remembering an old Chinese curse: “May you live in interesting times.” Dr. Read more
Posted on 30 July 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
When We Can’t Agree on Scientific Facts
The challenges of this time humble me as a science writer and educator. As I participate in discussions about many of the most serious and pressing problems... Read more
Posted on 07 June 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
A Story of Christian Awe
A few weeks ago, I posted this article on new research showing how the experience of awe decreases stress. One of the longest and most engaged readers of this... Read more
Posted on 22 May 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Awe as a Resource for Coping with Stress
What do you do when you face a stressful life event? Strategies obviously vary, ranging from getting drunk to binging on Netflix to talking with a friend. Read more
Posted on 28 April 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
An Awesome Way to Decrease Political Polarization
As my wife and I walked from the front doors to the worship center of the exponentially growing church we used to attend in the mid-1990s, we often remarked... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Awe Decreases Political Polarization
As my wife and I walked from the front doors to the worship center of the exponentially growing church we used to attend in the mid-1990s, we often remarked... Read more
Posted on 22 February 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
To Dust I Shall Return
“The source of all sorrow is the illusion that of ourselves we are anything but dust.” (Thomas Merton)On this Ash Wednesday – in the middle of a pandemic,... Read more
Posted on 17 February 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Walking (and Skiing and Snowshoeing) in a Winter Wonderland
Before this year, from December to March, I spent most of my adult life inside. During these months in Minnesota, high temperatures typically remain below... Read more
Posted on 04 February 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The Emotional Benefits of Exercising Outdoors in Winter
Before this year, from December to March, I spent most of my adult life inside. During these months in Minnesota, where I live, high temperatures typically... Read more
Posted on 04 February 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Settling Into Winter
Sometimes, after dinner, the dishes washed and the kitchen reasonably cleaned, a window of time opens. My family disperses into their various corners of our... Read more
Posted on 24 January 2021 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Learning from 2020
One of the fresh perspectives I’ve appreciated this year is that of Sikh activist, best-selling author, and popular TED talk speaker, Valarie Kaur. Read more
Posted on 29 December 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
The 5 Top Posts for 2020
It’s been quite a year. With all the losses of 2020, one plus has been more time for me to write. Many new people started reading and following the blog this... Read more
Posted on 28 December 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY -
Three Tips for Being Hospitable to Young Adults This Holiday Season
I’ve been collaboring with Springtide Research Institute for some time, in various capacities, and I’ve been so impressed with their surveys and analyses about... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2020 BODY, MIND, SPIRIT, HEALTH, PSYCHOLOGY, SPIRITUALITY