Flourishing Friday

Nostalgia and Our Humanity in the Age of AI

This week, I’m on the road again, this time in Fargo, North Dakota speaking at the Challey Institute for Global Innovation and Growth.

Nov 7 • 

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October 2025

The Existential Nature of the Supernatural

Happy Halloween! This is one of my favorite times of the year, and it has been an especially awesome Halloween-themed month for me.

Oct 31 • 

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Why Hope Matters and How to Broaden and Spread It

Last week, I had the honor of giving the keynote address at the Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity Key Awards event.

Oct 24 • 

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How to Flourish in Your Digital Life

I’m stoked to share that our team at the Archbridge Institute’s Human Flourishing Lab has just published a new Digital Flourishing guide. This…

Oct 17 • 

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You Are Never Too Old to Build Something New

This week I read a fascinating article in the Wall Street Journal about people in their 70s who are launching new businesses.

Oct 10 • 

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Reframing Struggle as Strength

Many of the qualities we most admire, like resilience and perseverance, are forged in the face of difficulty.

Oct 3 • 

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September 2025

Everyday Life Is Better Together

It’s no secret that humans are social creatures and that relationships matter for our mental wellbeing, physical health, and success in life.

Sep 26 • 

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The Real World is Making a Comeback

In August, I took a break from this weekly newsletter, but I was still busy working on writing projects.

Sep 19 • 

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A Meaningful Life Takes Work

Are we experiencing a meaning crisis?

Sep 12 • 

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Americans Still Believe in Their Nation's Global Mission

After taking a month break from Flourishing Friday, I am happy to be back and able to kick off my return by sharing some encouraging data from the Human…

Sep 5 • 

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July 2025

The Forward-Looking Power of Nostalgic Movies

I love movies.

Jul 25 • 

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You Can Train Yourself to Be More Curious

It's good to be a curious person.

Jul 18 • 

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