TED Health A Healthier You: How to achieve fulfillment -- not just success
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Dec 5, 2024 Ira Bedzow, a professor, ethicist, rabbi, and executive director of the Emory Purpose Project, joins the discussion on redefining success in today's urgency culture. He shares insights on aligning personal values with purpose, offering strategies to combat burnout and enhance mental well-being. The conversation shifts to the importance of ethical decision-making, prioritizing meaningful connections over a busy life. Bedzow emphasizes reshaping identity through passions and values, advocating for a more intentional, fulfilling way to live.
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Values-Based Decision-Making
- Think creatively and make decisions based on who you want to be and what you care about.
- Focus on your goals and align your actions with your values.
Defining Purpose
- Purpose isn't one single thing the universe wants you to do; it's a self-defined, long-term intention.
- A meaningful purpose is impactful for your world and provides direction.
Evaluating Desires
- Ask yourself: "Do I want what I want?" to understand your motivations.
- Consider if your desires align with your values and how to achieve them effectively.