The Psychology Podcast How to Feel Alive Again in a World That Wears Us Down w/ Corey Keyes
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Apr 25, 2024 Sociologist Corey Keyes discusses ways to feel alive again by taking 5 psychological vitamins for optimal living. They explore the concept of flourishing, personal growth through domains of excellence, embracing imperfections, and finding purpose and joy in community.
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Mental Health Continuum Model
- Mental health and mental illness correlate only modestly, meaning one can be mentally ill yet mentally healthy concurrently.
- Flourishing can coexist with mental illness if it's well managed, challenging traditional views on mental health.
Take Psychological Vitamins Daily
- Engage regularly in five key activities: helping others, learning, spiritual transcendence, play, and socializing.
- Even small doses of these 'psychological vitamins' significantly improve days for languishing or depressed individuals.
Gradual Steps Create Big Change
- Move gradually toward flourishing through consistent small actions rather than expecting immediate transformation.
- Better days reinforce motivation to keep doing beneficial activities, creating a virtuous cycle.