Why You Need Strong Relationships w/Kaitlyn Kulda

08/31/23 • 42 min

#033 - In this episode, I sit down with Developmental Psychologist Kaitlyn Kulda to talk about the importance of relationships when it comes to living a thriving and abundant life.
You might be surprised to learn that strong relationships are a better predictor of long-term health than just about any other factor--including things like diet, smoking, or exercise!
We talk about longevity, blue zones, and what makes for a long, healthy, and happy life. We also talk about:

What role relationships play in our well-being
The science behind relationships
What our Catholic faith teach us about relationships
The most important thing for Catholics to do and to know when it comes to cultivating good relationships
The Loneliness Epidemic
How we can grow in the skill of developing good relationships
What social media is doing to our relationships

Check out this episode to start improving your relationships today!

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What role relationships play in our well-being
The science behind relationships
What our Catholic faith teach us about relationships
The most important thing for Catholics to do and to know when it comes to cultivating good relationships
The Loneliness Epidemic
How we can grow in the skill of developing good relationships
What social media is doing to our relationships

Check out this episode to start improving your relationships today!

Get The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap: 18 Steps to Becoming Burnout-Proof While Accomplishing Your God-Given Mission at the Highest Level

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Previous Episode

[Thriving Entrepreneur #1] Don't Fall for These Lies!

Get your Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap here:
https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap
This is the first in a special series of episodes for Catholic Entrepreneurs!
Why did you start your business?

If you’re like most Catholic entrepreneurs that I know, you started your business because you wanted to use your gifts and talents to serve God and others.

You wanted to do something meaningful that would impact the world, your family, and yourself in a profound way.

It was about more than money–it was about mission.

But chances are also good that, like many entrepreneurs, you’ve lost sight of that vision amidst the day-to-day grind of the seemingly never-ending tasks and stresses that come with running a successful business.

You may have even accepted the secular vision for your business that tells you that in order to be “successful” you have to hustle and grind–and thus sacrifice your health, your happiness, and even your relationship with God.

In this episode, I refute some of the lies of "hustle culture" and also outline what you can expect from this series moving forward.
Don't forget to get your copy of the Roadmap here: https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap

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Next Episode

[Thriving Entrepreneur #2] The Manifesto

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https://www.athrivingcatholic.com/roadmap
This is the second episode in a special series for Catholic Entrepreneurs.
In this episode, I read "The Manifesto" for thriving Catholic entrepreneurs--and why it matters so much.
You can get a nice, printable copy of this manifesto as part of The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Roadmap
The Thriving Catholic Entrepreneur's Manifesto:
I am a thriving Catholic Entrepreneur.

I know that my strength comes from the Lord and I rely on him to lead me and guide me in my business and my life. I know that with God all things are possible, and I keep my eyes fixed firmly on Jesus while walking the path that he has set before me. By seeking God and his kingdom first, I know that everything else that I need will fall into place–including the success I most desire for my business.

I recognize that God has equipped me with unique gifts, talents, and abilities in order to do him some definite service in this world. I strive to accomplish this God-given mission at the highest level possible–thus becoming the saint that God has created me to be.

I strategically employ every means at my disposal to increase my capacity for excellence:

I care for and maintain my body like the temple that it is–so that it supports me with energy and good health. I refuse to let myself burnout or become too sick and tired to do my best work.

I use the best principles of productivity, leadership, and mindset training to grow in the skills I need to meet every challenge. I refuse to succumb to stress or let chronic overwhelm hold me back.

I keep my eyes fixed firmly on Jesus while running my best race. I refuse to be a lukewarm disciple.

I strive to grow in virtue, recognizing that anything less than holiness is failure. I reject mediocrity and embrace Christ-centered peak performance as a way of life.

I am a thriving Catholic entrepreneur.

Thanks for listening!