Raising Good Humans S2 Ep 40: Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress Into Strength With Dr. Samantha Boardman
Feb 4, 2022
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Vitality Is Readiness, Not Just Happiness
- Vitality means feeling ready, energized, and psychologically engaged rather than just happy.
- It grows from autonomy, competence, and relatedness expressed as connection, challenge, and contribution.
Use Active Curiosity To Deepen Connection
- Practice active, constructive responding: show genuine curiosity and say "Tell me more."
- Put phones away and be present to deepen everyday meaningful connections with kids and partners.
Interrupt Rumination With Self-Distancing
- Interrupt rumination by prompting self-distancing questions like "How would a fly on the wall describe this?"
- Use perspective-taking to move from stuckness to actionable next steps.