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Have you ever felt stuck, like you’re just going through the motions? Dr. Maike Neuhaus joined us on the podcast to dive into the concept of flourishing—mental well-being beyond the absence of illness. Flourishing is about thriving, joy, growth, and connection.

Dr. Maike shared her journey from studying psychology to understanding mental well-being's importance. She explained how normal it is to experience fluctuations in our mental state, especially as entrepreneurs. These moments of feeling like a “living zombie” can prompt actions leading us back to flourishing.

She emphasized the importance of joy, growth, and connection—three pillars of flourishing. Pursue what truly brings you joy, keep growing and learning, and build meaningful connections.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re just going through the motions, this episode is for you. Dr. Maike’s insights will inspire you to move from languishing to flourishing and embrace a vibrant life. Tune in to discover how to thrive and connect deeply with yourself and others.

Where to find Dr. Maike Neuhaus:

00:00:00 Intro
00:01:44 Maike’s Journey into Flourishing
00:07:25 Flourishing vs. Languishing
00:10:06 Relationship Between Languishing and Mental Illness
00:13:29 Strategies to Combat Languishing
00:14:06 Normalizing Fluctuations in Mental Health
00:17:24 Elements of Flourishing: Joy, Growth, and Connection
00:27:08 Overcoming Barriers to Flourishing
00:29:09 Integrating New Activities into Routine
00:38:06 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Maike's Work

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