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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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An Interview with the World's Leading Gratitude Expert Robert Emmons
I am super stoked about this week's Flourishing Friday!
Jul 11
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An Interview with Archbridge Institute CEO Gonzalo Schwarz on the American Dream
The Archbridge Institute (my employer) recently released its annual American Dream Snapshot, a national survey exploring how Americans think about the…
Jul 4
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