Whitworth Flourishing Project

In this episode, wellness teacher and author Alisa Keeton discusses the importance of loving our bodies as a part of God's creation and part of who we are, as well as how connection to our bodies impacts our spiritual, psychological, and physical flourishing. Keeton emphasizes the idea that "our bodies are for ability, not vanity".    Alisa Keeton's book, The Body Revelation: https://www.amazon.co...

In this episode, the tables are turned on Joelle and Josh, as they are questioned on what it means to flourish from the perspective of their disciplines, particularly psychology.

In this episode, philosopher and ultramarathon runner Sabrina Little discusses the concepts of moral psychology and virtue ethics while emphasizing the value of emotions, community, self-regulation, and agency from the views of both moral development and athletics.  Check out Sabrina Little's book, The Examined Run: https://a.co/d/0hDOFC4c  

Josh Leim shares his expertise as a theologian as he and Joelle approach the idea of flourishing in terms of "telos"—purpose.

"When I was at Whitworth, one of the classes I taught was Interpersonal Communication. If I could only teach one class for my entire life, that would be the class. And the reason is the centrality of relationship for what it means to flourish. The governing claim of that class was the quality of your life is related to the quality of your relationships." --Ron Pyle

Kristin Kobes Du Mez talks to Joelle and Josh about her work in studying Christian Nationalism, and how that relates to her faith and Calvinist tradition. The group approaches how to comprehend a world in which power has become idolized, how to preserve one's humanity in a world wrecked with fear, and how to truly, courageously, flourish.

In this episode, Josh Leim and Joelle Czirr discuss the concept of psychological flourishing, "the ability to habitually regulate emotions, make sense of our cognitions of self and others, and learn to engage with and relate to others through the existential challenges of human life". 

In this episode, educator and doctoral psychology student Melody Workman discusses the importance of meaning, self-efficacy, and optimism in flourishing. She emphasizes the need for a balance of community and individuality as well as challenging experiences for personal growth. 

In this episode, reverend and computer science professor Matthew Bell discusses the intersection of computer science and theology, and ethics. He highlights the important of curiosity, changing perspectives, self-awareness, and humility in the pursuit of a flourishing life. 

In this conversation, Dr. Justo González discusses with Joelle and Josh human flourishing from his expertise in Christian history and theology. Emphasizing the importance of community for flourishing, Dr. Gonzalez reflects on the nature of suffering, the Christian conception of God, and how flourishing can be understood in the context of the majority world. He highlights the transformative nature...

In this episode, theology professor and author Miroslav Volf discusses the roles of faith, love, forgiveness, and community in living a meaningful, flourishing life.    Miroslav Volf's book, Life Worth Living: A Guide to What Matters Most: https://a.co/d/0jhhAoXI  

In this episode, Reverend Dr. Forrest Buckner discusses the roles of love, identity, and community in spiritual flourishing. 

In this conversation, Dr. Felicia Wu Song discusses with Joelle and Josh the implications of our digital ecology for a flourishing life. She explores how algorithms shape our perceptions and the importance of embodied presence in communication, emphasizing the distinction between connection and communion. The discussion also highlights the challenges of permanent connectivity and offers practical...

In this conversation, Dr. Elizabeth Abbey discusses with Joelle and Josh some of the biological and physiological aspects of a flourishing life, exploring the importance of nutrition, sleep, and the microbiome for moving toward overall well-being. Dr. Abbey also touches on the interconnectedness of physical health, mental well-being, and spiritual practices, illustrating how food serves as a mediu...

In this episode, professor and psychiatrist Dr. Warren Kinghorn discusses mental health within the context of psychology and theology, emphasizing the role of relationships and community in mental well-being. Dr. Kinghorn highlights the importance of viewing mental health beyond a mechanical lens and the need for a holistic approach to mental healthcare that considers both individual experiences a...

In this episode, professor of philosophy and author Dr. Rebecca DeYoung discusses flourishing through the lens of virtue ethics. She emphasizes the importance of relationships and self-reflection in character development.    Dr. Rebecca DeYoung's book, Glittering Vices: A New Look at the Seven Deadly Sins and Their Remedies: https://a.co/d/00xOQgsW  

In this podcast, Dr. Curt Thompson discusses with Joelle and Josh the nature of human flourishing from his expertise in Interpersonal Neurobiology and Christian faith. Dr. Thompson explores the unified reality of human experience—physical, spiritual, and relational—and the importance of narrative for understanding both our own lives and that of our neighbor.   Description made using AI