Published May 3, 2022

Fighting That "Meh" Feeling

Explore the nuanced state of languishing with insights from Laurie Santos and Adam Grant as they delve into emotional stagnation, rediscover joy through social connections, and harness the power of flow and mastery to combat this pervasive sense of 'meh.'

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Understanding Flow

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Understanding LanguishingLaurie Santos and Adam Grant explore the concept of languishing, a state of emotional stagnation that sits between depression and flourishing. They discuss its characteristics, consequences, and the power of naming emotions to foster understanding and acceptance.

Understanding Languishing

Rediscovering JoyNext, Adam Grant shares how a simple game of Mario Kart helped him escape the grips of languishing during the pandemic. His story underscores the importance of social connections and engaging activities in rediscovering joy and purpose.

Rediscovering Joy

Mastery and FlowAdam Grant explores the concept of flow and its role in counteracting stagnation. He discusses how achieving mastery through small challenges and mindfulness can enhance well-being and combat languishing.

Mastery and Flow

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