Spencer Smalley

The Turn Outward Podcast

Education EN ↓ 30 episodes

In a world full of self-help suggestions, Turn Outward focuses on how altruism—turning outward and focusing on others—is the greatest form of self-service and leads to a healthy and purpose-driven life. Combining elements of psychology, neuroscience, sociology, philosophy, faith, and history, Turn Outward examines how we can take the most out of life by building up others, creating deep connections, and living in mindful gratitude.

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Author

Spencer Smalley

Category

Education

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Latest episode

Nov 20, 2024

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Episodes

Episode 5: Facing pain and negative coping mechanisms head on 16.02.2024

In this episode I get vulnerable and talk about some of the challenges I have faced that have tempted me to cope by distracting, numbing, and isolating. Why do I spend endless amounts of time on my phone? Why do I procrastinate? Why do I find it difficult to connect with others? Asking these difficult questions allows us to find the underlying emotions behind our behavior and begin turning outward...

Episode 4: Lessons from camping in Hawaii 07.02.2024

In this episode I tell the story of backpacking and camping in Hawaii with my friends, and the lessons learned from when things don't go ideally.

Episode 3: Disabilities, different beliefs, and how to find peace when things don't go our way 25.01.2024

In this episode I talk about various lessons I learned throughout the week while completing assignments for my graduate program. How should we treat those that are different then us? How can we connect with those that believe differently than us? How can we find peace and purpose when things don't go our way? Find out in episode 3!

Episode 2: Theories of Successful Aging 17.01.2024

In this episode, I talk about three different theories on aging, and what they mean for the rest of us. How can principles of successful aging lead us to focus on the needs of others and live more healthy, connected, and meangingful lives? Tune in to find out!

Episode 1: My story and the meaning of Turn Outward 11.01.2024

Here in the very first episode of the Turn Outward Podcast, I talk about my background, my upbringing, and the origin of the name Turn Outward.

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