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Living with Purpose: Embracing Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy

By Blue Zones Project on Jan 15, 2024 7:29:18 PM

More than five decades later, Martin Luther King Jr.'s teachings and legacy continue inspiring others to live a life filled with purpose and meaning.
Topics: Purpose
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How the Pursuit of Satisfaction Makes Us Truly Happier

By Allen S. Weiss, MD, FACP, FACR, MBA on Aug 25, 2022 8:00:00 AM

August is Happiness Happens month. Happiness is an essential quality for a good life and a positive measure in successful Blue Zones Project communities. But what exactly is happiness?  

Topics: Purpose Bulletin Right Outlook
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6 Reasons Why Spring Cleaning is Good For Our Physical and Mental Health

By Blue Zones Project on Jun 10, 2022 1:30:00 PM

When we hear the term, “spring cleaning,” we all know what this means - it’s that time of year again when deep cleaning and decluttering of our living spaces are in order. Why is it that spring is the best time to clean our homes, and why do we need to do this anyway?

Topics: Purpose Move Naturally Right Outlook
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Volunteering is Selfish: Here's Why That's a Good Thing

By Blue Zones Project - Southwest Florida on Apr 4, 2022 1:39:27 PM

The word “selfish” carries a negative meaning which is appropriate in most respects. In the case of volunteerism, selfish is good! We’d like to think of volunteering as a selfless good deed, but at its core, we are being rewarded and know it.

Topics: Volunteer Purpose Right Outlook
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Volunteering is good for community and personal well-being

By Allen S. Weiss, MD, FACP, FACR, MBA on Apr 8, 2021 2:54:10 PM

April is volunteer month. Thanks to all the volunteers who tangibly support wellness for the world. Recognizing folks who volunteer has the dual purpose of expressing gratitude and enlisting others to share their talents. Importantly, from the volunteers’ point-of-view, helping others also helps oneself. 
Topics: Purpose Bulletin Right Outlook
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Batman and Dr. Glenn Gailis—Together Saving the World

By Allen S. Weiss, MD, FACP, FACR, MBA on Apr 1, 2021 12:50:00 PM

Even Batman needs a hero; he could find one in Dr. Glenn Gailis of Klamath Falls, Ore. Both Batman and Dr. Gailis share a common goal of helping others live longer and safer lives.
Topics: Purpose Bulletin

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