The Flourishing Experiment
What does it mean to flourish? Join Resilience Trainer and Certified Applied Positive Psychology Coach Kari Gormley as she interviews scientists, experts, coaches and authors on how to live a flourishing life.
You'll hear the latest research and recommendations for growing and strengthening your relationships, identifying your passions and priorities, and living healthier, happier life.
The Flourishing Experiment podcast starts where The Running Lifestyle Show crossed the finish line and is a great listen for avid runners, casual athletes, or anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. Listen along to learn how you can go from functioning to flourishing!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 57 minutes
- Episodes
- 357
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2022
77: Part 1 of Jeff Galloway - Running a Different Way
Jeff Galloway, Olympian and running coach to millions, comes on the show to explain how you can run the rest of your life. He’s been running for 57 years, and does a marathon a month, and definitely …
76: Your Priorities and Running
How to align your values to running is what we have in store for you when Brett Gajda, of Where There’s Smoke Podcast, comes on the show. Brett, who is also our Runner of the Week, discusses:
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75: Part 2 of the #1 Way to Optimize Your Brain w/ Dr. John Ratey, MD
Dr. John Ratey, MD, continues the discussion of how to make your exercise habit sticky. He also shares the growing research of how are brains are plastic and how more and more studies are showing the…
74: Part 1 of The #1 Way to Optimize Your Brain w/ Dr. John Ratey, MD
Dr. John Ratey comes back on the show to discuss the simple thing you can do to optimize the time you are awake. We also go in depth and discuss what steps you ideally take to help yourself or someon…
73: 15 Tips of How to Fundraise for a Race and/or Walk
Dean Karnazes, Chris O’Brien, and Linda Canning from Team Healthy Kids for Action for Healthy Kids together share 15 great ideas to help you raise money for a fundraiser near and dear to your heart. …
72: Running Strong While Having Multiple Sclerosis
Nick D'Agostino discusses how he was diagnosed with MS and why he decided to become a runner. During the conversation, Nick shares his can do attitude and the amazing experiences that have come in to…
71: The Sleep Doctor is In with Good News
Dr. Rosenberg, author of Sleep Soundly Every Night, Feel Fantastic Every Day, shares us fascinating causes that can be disrupting your sleep. He specifically talks about what we as runners need to kn…
70: Boston Marathon Recap w/ Runners & Spectators
Come for a run with Boston Marathon runners Nichole Bukowski, Jonathan Levitt and Angie Spencer to hear their experiences. Trevor Spencer joins us too to talk about his BAA 5K experience. Serena Mari…
69: Part 2 of 2 Raw Conversation about Depression w/ Dimity McDowell
Dimity McDowell, of Another Mother Runner, and I continue our conversation about depression. We discuss self care and expectations of how to manage depression. Our runner of the week is Dr. Ben Forma…
68: Part 1 of 2 Raw Conversation about Depression w/ Dimity McDowell
Dimity McDowell, Co-Founder of Another Mother Runner, and Kari discuss their challenges with depression. The conversation definitely feels like one of climbing a really long hill. We then change pace…
67: Everything You Need to Know About The Boston Marathon w/Dave McGillivray
Dave McGillivray, race director of the Boston Marathon, shares with us the history of the race, the course, his recommendations as a runner and race director of how to run the marathon, and where he …
66: Dean Karnazes, How To Get in to the Chicago Marathon & Have an Amazing Experience
Join Dean Karnazes, coach Seth Kopf of Kopf Running, Serena Marie, RD, and me when we discuss what an amazing marathon Chicago is and the benefits of being a part of the Action for Healthy Kids team.…
65: 2 Disney Race Recaps, Low Iron, Vinnie Tortorich & Rich Roll
We discuss the Family Fun Run 5k with previous guest Rebecca Farrell and the Princess Half Marathon with Becky Kotsifas. Serena Marie, RD, discusses how having a low iron count affects sports perform…
64: The Power of Habit & The Need to Believe
Joanne Ambrogi, physical therapist, yoga instructor, world-class athlete and massage therapist joins Serena Marie, RD, and Kari to discuss the book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life a…
63: Breaking News Segment w/ Dean Karnazes & Friends
Dean Karnazes comes on and shares the challenge he gave us. Let’s just say Serena Marie, RD, and I say “bring it on”. J.D. Beiting discusses all the details you need to know to join Dean, Serena and…
62: Six Runners' Race Experiences from the Rock 'N 'Roll DC Half Marathon
Hear Andrew Weaver, John Harris, Jessica Jones, Dave Summers, Serena Marie, RD, and my experience running the 2015 Rock 'N' Half Marathon. We talk all things course, expo, transportation, nutrition …
61: Running Around the World: The Real Opportunity in Every Breakdown
Melanie Curtis, a life coach, sky diving coach, and world traveler, shares with us how running around the world has opened up opportunities in her life. The Runner Dad, Matt Orlando, discusses what r…
60: How a Gait Analysis Can Help You Run Stronger, w/ Physical Therapist Mike Sherman
Mike Silverman, Physical Therapist and Running Gait specialist analyzes Kari’s gait through a multiple tests. During the test, Mike uncovers common runners weaknesses Kari demonstrates which has led …
59: 7 Things to be Mindful of in Today's Fast Paced world, with Psychiatrist Dr. John Ratey
Dr. John Ratey, MD, discusses and answers listeners' questions surrounding his book, 'Go Wild: Free Your Body and Mind from the Afflictions of Civilization'.
We hear from Serena Marie, RD, about all …
58: What a Race Director Wants a Runner to Know
Dave McGillivray, Boston Marathon race director and the same for 30 other races during the year, shares what goes in planning a race from distance planning, marketing, ordering of porta-potties, meda…