What Makes a Good Life?
Robert Waldinger directs the Harvard Study of Adult Development, which tracked 724 men for 75 years. The clearest finding: good relationships keep us happier…
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Gedale Fenster: The Power of the Pause
Posted October 23, 2025
Gedale Fenster emphasizes that the most meaningful growth comes not from avoiding challenges but learning to pause and lean into discomfort with spiritual awareness. He encourages listeners to view obstacles as opportunities for transformation, inviting a mindset shift where silence, surrender, and introspection become powerful tools on the path to purpose and resilience.
Further Resources: Gedale Fenster’s Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gedale-fenster-podcast/id1588311158) and Wim Hof’s breathing technique website (wimhofmethod.com)
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