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The Existential Playbook: How to Make Sense of Your Life | Dr. Steve Heine

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Dr. Steve Heine, cultural psychologist and author of Start Making Sense, joins us to explore the psychology of meaning. We discuss the four essential connections that shape a fulfilling life, why existential anxiety is on the rise, and how nostalgic reflection and storytelling help us make sense of our experiences. Plus, we dive into his “meaning audit” tool—a practical way to strengthen purpose and connection.

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[0:00] Intro - Did Kurt take a psychology class?

[5:24] Speed Round with Dr. Steve Heine

[8:54] Was Sisyphus actually happy?

[10:37] The importance of process over destination

[19:48] Cultural differences in meaning-making

[25:10] Why we rationalize our life choices

[31:17] How storytelling shapes our identity

[42:46] Practical tips for building a meaningful life

[48:42] Grooving session: Building community and connecting with each other

©2025 Behavioral Grooves

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Start Making Sense by Dr. Steve Heine

More about Dr. Steve Heine

Joseph Campbell's The Hero’s Journey

Join the Behavioral Grooves community

Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube

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Talking Heads - Once in a Lifetime

The Beatles - Don’t Let Me Down

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Manage episode 473011496 series 2468001
Content provided by Kurt Nelson, PhD and Tim Houlihan, Kurt Nelson, and Tim Houlihan. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Kurt Nelson, PhD and Tim Houlihan, Kurt Nelson, and Tim Houlihan or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Dr. Steve Heine, cultural psychologist and author of Start Making Sense, joins us to explore the psychology of meaning. We discuss the four essential connections that shape a fulfilling life, why existential anxiety is on the rise, and how nostalgic reflection and storytelling help us make sense of our experiences. Plus, we dive into his “meaning audit” tool—a practical way to strengthen purpose and connection.

Topics

[0:00] Intro - Did Kurt take a psychology class?

[5:24] Speed Round with Dr. Steve Heine

[8:54] Was Sisyphus actually happy?

[10:37] The importance of process over destination

[19:48] Cultural differences in meaning-making

[25:10] Why we rationalize our life choices

[31:17] How storytelling shapes our identity

[42:46] Practical tips for building a meaningful life

[48:42] Grooving session: Building community and connecting with each other

©2025 Behavioral Grooves

Links

Start Making Sense by Dr. Steve Heine

More about Dr. Steve Heine

Joseph Campbell's The Hero’s Journey

Join the Behavioral Grooves community

Subscribe to Behavioral Grooves on YouTube

Music Links

Talking Heads - Once in a Lifetime

The Beatles - Don’t Let Me Down

  continue reading

481 episodes

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