At The Heart Of It

Episode 4: Healing With Indian Wisdom With Dr. Mala Kapadia

Join us for this delightful and deep conversation with Dr. Mala Kapadia, Director of the Anaadi Foundation's Center for Indigenous Knowledge Systems. In this insightful episode, Mala shares learnings from her life-long exploration of traditional wisdom and modern wellbeing practices. Discover how Mala's work addresses intergenerational trauma and Ecological Belonging, promotes holistic healing and peacebuilding, and incorporates Indian sciences like Ayurveda and Yoga into contemporary Indian society.
After sharing more about this emerging research at the first regional Hearth Summit in India, Mala invites to learn about the intersection of spirituality and science, and explore transformative practices that can help us achieve both personal and global wellbeing. Let’s get to the heart of it.
Learn more about wellbeing and welldoing at www.wellbeing-project.org.

Episode 3: Values For a Life Economy With Kim Polman and Anthony Bennett

In this thought-provoking episode featuring Kim Polman, and Anthony Bennett from Reboot the Future, we explore the timeless principle of the Golden Rule to foster social change and collective wellbeing. Mixing ancient proverbs, modern science, and imaginative stories, we discuss how humans are hard-wired for connection and the lessons nature can teach us about sustainable development.
Building on what Kim shared at the first regional wellbeing summit for social change in Belgium alongside Satish Kumar, we reflect further on how respect, reciprocity, and kindness can be the foundation of our wellbeing future. What are the universal values that connect us all and can empower our social change mission? Let’s get to the heart of it.
Learn more about wellbeing and welldoing at www.wellbeing-project.org.

Episode 2: Health and Hope in Bangladesh With Monira Rahman

In this episode, we sit down with Monira Rahman, award-winning human rights activist, Ashoka Fellow, and founder of the Innovation for Wellbeing Foundation. Known for leading efforts against acid violence and reforming mental health policies in Bangladesh, Monira shares insights from the first regional Wellbeing Summit in Asia, recorded at Bangla Academy in Dhaka. She discusses her work empowering changemakers and explores emerging paths to creating a global movement for mental health and wellbeing. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on transforming communities and fostering wellbeing for all.
Learn more about wellbeing and welldoing at www.wellbeing-project.org.

Episode 1: A Lifetime of Love With Satish Kumar

In this episode of At The Heart Of It, we sit down with renowned peace activist and ecological champion Satish Kumar to explore his extraordinary journey as a lifelong advocate for social change. From his 8,000-mile walk for peace alongside prominent figures like Bertrand Russell to his work as editor of Resurgence & Ecologist magazine, Satish has been a driving force in promoting environmental sustainability, nonviolence, and spiritual wellbeing. Join us as he shares inspiring insights from his decades of activism, the importance of reconnecting with nature, and his vision for a more harmonious world. Don't miss this insightful conversation with one of the world's most influential voices on social and environmental justice!
Learn more about wellbeing and welldoing at www.wellbeing-project.org.
 
 

Episode 0: A Declaration of Wellbeing

What role does wellbeing play in social change? Hint: It's a big one!
In the introductory episode of At The Heart Of It, a new podcast from The Wellbeing Project, learn about how wellbeing inspires welldoing — and how wellbeing is becoming both the driver and the destination of social change itself. 
Learn more about wellbeing and social change at www.wellbeing-project.org. 

At The Heart Of It — Teaser

Welcome to the heart of social change. In this podcast series from The Wellbeing Project, we meet the visionary leaders, activists, scholars, and practitioners whose own wellbeing inspires their welldoing. Join us on a journey of impact and inspiration across the globe, inside the hearts and minds of the people transforming our world. Learn more about wellbeing and how it inspires social change at www.wellbeing-project.org.