Being Purposeful: Applying Yourself to What Matters Most with Vic Strecher

Dr. Strecher joined joined Lisa Cypers Kamen on her podcast Harvesting Happiness to discuss what it means to be Purposeful, and to engage in a discussion about the latest scientific research into the physical and emotional wellbeing benefits of living a Purposeful life. This episode was recorded at the University of Michigan Ross School of Business Positive Business Conference.

Harvesting Happiness

● Dr. Strecher explains why people who live with purpose or are more purposeful live longer. [2:11]

● Is it impossible to be sustainably happy hedonically? [8:40]

● Dr. Strecher describes what it is like to ignite purpose in others. [15:52]

● Bringing love into the lives of college students and young people can reduce suicidal thoughts and help them flourish. [22:29]

● Considering your death can lead to living your best life every day. [29:56]

● How do you build more purpose-driven organizations? [35:29]

● Attaining work/life purpose through SPACE. [41:35]

● How volunteering during a gap year can add purpose to your life. [47:02]