The Thrive Center for Human Development

The Thrive Center for Human Development The Thrive Center for Human Development is on a mission to inspire and inform people and communities to thrive and live lives that matter.

06/04/2026

"Life is nothing but a long-term partial credit running essay."

On this week's episode of With & For, co-founder of the Life Design Lab at Stanford, Dave Evans, explains how the first step in finding meaning and purpose in our lives is radical acceptance of our reality.

In this conversation, they discuss the three barriers that get in the way of meaning making. You don't need to be perfect, you just need to be a person.

Follow With & For hosted by Dr. Pam King on your favorite podcast platforms to listen to the full conversation with Dave Evans.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/designing-a-meaningful-life-with-dave-evans/id1712333330?i=1000770549418

Ready to unlock more purpose, joy, and flow in your day-to-day? From Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, the brilliant minds be...
06/03/2026

Ready to unlock more purpose, joy, and flow in your day-to-day?

From Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, the brilliant minds behind Designing Your Life, comes their latest game-changer: How to Live a Meaningful Life. Using practical design thinking framework, this book gives you the tools to stop guessing and start building a life that truly resonates. Time to redesign your routine!

Dave Evans is a guest on this week's episode of With & For! Follow and listen to the full episode now on your favorite podcast platforms. Link in bio.

This , we’re celebrating the beautiful spectrum of human brains. Neurodiversity offers a unique perspective to be value...
06/02/2026

This , we’re celebrating the beautiful spectrum of human brains. Neurodiversity offers a unique perspective to be valued. Whether it’s ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, or any other neurodivergence, our differences make our world richer, more creative, and infinitely more interesting.

Celebrate Neurodiversity Week outside the Travis Auditorium to make your own fidget toy bag! Welcome to all Fuller students, staff and faculty.

📅 Wednesday, June 3rd 2026
⏰️ 9am-12pm
📍 SOP Breezeway, outside Travis Auditorium at Fuller Theological Seminary

A meaningful life isn’t about packing more tasks into your day; it’s about squeezing more fulfillment out of the life yo...
06/02/2026

A meaningful life isn’t about packing more tasks into your day; it’s about squeezing more fulfillment out of the life you already live.

If you are tired of the hustle culture that equates constant busyness with worth, this conversation is for you. Dave Evans joins Dr. Pam King to discuss how to step off the exhausting treadmill of trying to single-handedly save the world.

In this episode of With & For, Dave shares how to realign your day-to-day motivations so you can fully slow down, connect, and savor the beauty of the present moment.

Follow With & For hosted by Dr. Pam King to listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/with-and-for-hosted-by-dr-pam-king/id1712333330

06/01/2026

How can living in reality and empathy connect us to our purpose?

On this week's episode of With & For, co-founder of the Life Design Lab at Stanford, Dave Evans, explains how the first step in finding meaning and purpose in our lives is radical acceptance of our reality.

In this conversation, they discuss the three barriers that get in the way of meaning making. You’ll be armed with simple yet powerful practices to savor the here and now, and you’ll learn how to step your gratitude exercise up a notch.

Follow With & For hosted by Dr. Pam King on your favorite podcast platforms to listen to the full conversation with Dave Evans.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/designing-a-meaningful-life-with-dave-evans/id1712333330?i=1000770549418

Speed is often a distraction from lack of direction. Take a breath today. Reconnect with your "why."
05/31/2026

Speed is often a distraction from lack of direction. Take a breath today. Reconnect with your "why."

It's a small request, but a quick check-in from a loved one can go a long way in curing loneliness. 🤍 If you're feeling ...
05/30/2026

It's a small request, but a quick check-in from a loved one can go a long way in curing loneliness. 🤍

If you're feeling isolated, it is more than okay to ask for a simple hello. Let someone know that their words have the power to help.

We all want to belong, but at what cost to our critical thinking? Groupthink often sneaks into our communities, trading ...
05/29/2026

We all want to belong, but at what cost to our critical thinking? Groupthink often sneaks into our communities, trading wisdom for easy agreement.

Our blog post "Overcoming Groupthink: Thinking With and Beyond our Groups" explores how we can honor our communities while still maintaining the intellectual courage to think for ourselves.

Read the full blog post here:
🔗 https://thethrivecenter.org/overcoming-groupthink-thinking-with-and-beyond-our-groups/

05/28/2026

Gratitude changes your entire outlook on life.

On this week's episode of With & For, Educational psychologist, researcher and author explains how he dropped out of high school, became a father at a young age, and went on welfare to support his family.  Recognizing his own distinctive talents changed everything for Todd.

 In this conversation, Todd talks about our deep yearning to belong – but also the dangers of assuming we know what the group thinks, and the perils of conforming. He also explains why we’re in an epidemic of resentment – and what you can do about it in your own life.

Follow With & For hosted by Dr. Pam King on your favorite podcast platforms to listen to the full conversation with Todd Rose! Link in bio!



05/28/2026

Gratitude changes your entire outlook on life.

On this week's episode of With & For, Educational psychologist, researcher and author Dr. Todd Rose explains how he dropped out of high school, became a father at a young age, and went on welfare to support his family. Recognizing his own distinctive talents changed everything for Todd.

In this conversation, Todd talks about our deep yearning to belong – but also the dangers of assuming we know what the group thinks, and the perils of conforming. He also explains why we’re in an epidemic of resentment – and what you can do about it in your own life.

Follow With & For hosted by Dr. Pam King on your favorite podcast platforms to listen to the full conversation with Todd Rose!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/with-and-for-hosted-by-dr-pam-king/id1712333330

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