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Katie Kresser, Ph.D.6 min read

The World Is Not Enough: Cosmic Boredom and the Quest for Happiness

In our quest for happiness, where does art fit? Can it aid us to true transcendence, or will it always be viewed as a non-useful item?
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Purposeful Universe4 min read

12 Inspirational Science Quotes

Discover inspirational science quotes that reveal the harmony between science and faith, inspiring wonder and a deeper search for meaning in the universe.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.8 min read

What Inside Out 2 Can Tell Us About Happiness and Virtue

Learn how Inside Out 2 connects happiness and virtues and how joy, gratitude, and kindness can lead to a balanced, meaningful life.
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Purposeful Universe3 min read

What Does Evolution Mean? A Conversation with Dr. Dan Kuebler

What does evolution mean? Is it random or purposeful? Listen to biologist Dr. Dan Kuebler on the meaning of evolution.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

Are We Alone in the Universe?

Are we alone in the universe? The possibility of extraterrestrial life can make human life feel insignificant. For Dr. Öberg, the opposite is true.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

Purposeful Lab: Psychological Insights for Healing and Growth

Dr. Matthew Breuninger, a clinical psychologist, shares psychological insights for healing and growth, focusing on trauma, healing, and virtue formation.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

Purposeful Lab: Can Art Help Us Answer Life's Big Questions?

Can art help us answer life's big questions? Dr. Daniel McInerny explores the philosophy of art and how art illuminates the human experience.
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Purposeful Universe3 min read

Purposeful Lab: Why Do We Need Art?

Why do we need art? And what does art reveal about human nature? Dr. Katie Kresser discusses these questions on Purposeful Lab Podcast.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

Purposeful Lab: How to Unleash Your Mind’s Full Potential

Dr. Jeanne Zehr of the MINDCAP Center for Cognitive Advantage joins Purposeful Lab Podcast to discuss how to unleash your mind's full potential.
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Purposeful Universe3 min read

Purposeful Lab: Personalism, The Philosophy We Need Today

Dan Kuebler interviews philosopher Dr. John F. Crosby on the field of personalism, a philosophy that highlights the importance of the human person.
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Purposeful Universe3 min read

Purposeful Lab: Your Immortal Soul

James Brent, O.P. discusses the immortal soul on Purposeful Lab podcast. Fr. James speaks about what the soul is, why the human soul is unique, and more.
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Purposeful Universe2 min read

Purposeful Lab: What Does it Mean for Humans to Thrive?

What does it mean for humans to thrive? Dan and Catherine welcome Dr. Pam King to the Purposeful Lab to answer that very question.
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