Let's dive deep into an often overlooked area of wellbeing: intellectual wellbeing. We'll explore what intellectual wellbeing truly means, why it matters, and how it connects to lifelong learning, wisdom, self-reflection, and even compassion toward others.

We'll break down key ideas like:
• The difference between intellect and wisdom
• Why intellectual wellbeing can’t be pinned to a single part of the brain
• How our thoughts, beliefs, and decision-making influence our lives
• Monica Dalt’s three-dimensional model (cognitive, reflective, affective)
• What it means to flourish intellectually rather than just “get by”
• How to improve your intellectual wellbeing through intentionality, curiosity, and practical daily habits
• Why people might dislike school but still genuinely love learning

Show notes:

• PBS Crash Courses-https://www.youtube.com/user/crashcourse
• Garder: Types of Intelligence: https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9781351249355/intelligence-analysis-fundamentals-godfrey-garner-patrick-mcglynn
• Three Dimensional Models of Wisdom: Ardelt (2003): https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0164027503025003004

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In Episode 14 of the MetaWell Podcast, we dive into a very different and timely conversation about occupational wellness and how the recent government shutdown has affected (and continues to affect) millions of people’s overall well-being.

Using the current political and economic climate as a backdrop, we explore:

• How being required to work without pay impacts emotional, financial, and relational wellness
• The ripple effects of losing income on physical health, food security, stress levels, and family stability
• Why the shutdown reveals the deep interconnectedness of all areas of well-being
• How Maslow’s hierarchy of needs helps us understand the crisis
• Practical ways to support your well-being even when one area (like work) is suffering
• How political decisions around healthcare, finances, and resources shape long-term wellness for individuals and society

This episode brings a more personal and human lens to a national issue, spotlighting the immediate and long-term consequences of economic instability — and why tending to wellness matters now more than ever.

If you have been affected by the shutdown or experiencing financial stress, we are sending you our very best and hope you can still find small moments of wellness in the struggle.

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This week, Adam and Cecil dive into occupational well-being — the often-overlooked side of our health that deals with how we experience our work. From government shutdowns to personal burnout, they unpack what it means to find meaning, purpose, and balance in the jobs we do every day.

Whether you love your job or feel stuck in it, this episode gives you practical insight on how to reconnect with your sense of purpose and protect your well-being without letting work consume you.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• What “occupational well-being” really means
• How to find purpose in any job
• The balance between control and acceptance at work
• The psychology behind recovery and resilience
• Why self-care isn’t just relaxation

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