Awake to Wonder: Live like you mean it!

Awake to Wonder is a podcast to shatter monotony, pierce through your humdrum routine, and leave you “oohing” and “ahhing” at the world around you. Wonder and awe is one of the most powerful and underrated forces behind incredible personal and societal change and growth. Awake to Wonder reveals the marvels of the world through all different lenses – sharing insights from scientists, psychologists, creators, theologists, and stay-at-home parents –all after one aim: Why everyone needs more wonder. Revive yourself, reignite your passion, and start living like you mean it! Website: https://www.awaketowonder.com Contact/Send in a wonder moment: [email protected]

SEASON 1 FINALE: Wonder in Marriage | with Reverse Mechanic 12/08/2021

SEASON 1 FINALE: Wonder in Marriage | with Reverse Mechanic Awake to Wonder's Season 1 Finale is here! To wrap up a WONDER-ful season of guests, Jonathan and I recap our favorite moments of the season, share the story behind the podcast intro song, and talk about one of the most important places to find wonder: in marriage. Feat. special guest Joe Wistrcill (aka Reverse Mechanic). /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/21371348

The One Before the Season Finale 12/01/2021

The One Before the Season Finale Send in your WOW wonder moments! What stood out to you from our guests this season? What new appreciation for wonder have you experienced? What moments of awe have transpired in your life lately? Send them to us! [email protected]. We will share a few on our season finale next week! /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/21318248

The Battle for Beauty | with Fr. Brian Larkin 11/24/2021

The Battle for Beauty | with Fr. Brian Larkin Within our experience of wonder, when we encounter something beautiful, there is almost something transcendent about it. On this week’s episode, we explore with Fr. Brian Larkin, host of the Gregorian Rant podcast, the spiritual components to beauty and wonder, and how it can speak to our deepest desires. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/21252965

The Art of Human Genomes | with Lynn Fellman 11/17/2021

The Art of Human Genomes | with Lynn Fellman Combining information from human genomes with poetic visualization, Lynn Fellman combines art and story to illuminate the beauty and benefit of evolutionary science. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/21151562

A Mini Wonder Reflection: Simplicity 11/10/2021

A Mini Wonder Reflection: Simplicity "The laws of nature remind us that no matter how long, seeds do grow. Push through long enough to see your seeds grow." - Andrena Sawyer /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/21077768

Beauty in Different Abilities | with Ashlyn Frederick 11/03/2021

Beauty in Different Abilities | with Ashlyn Frederick Meet Ava through the eyes of her sister, Ashlyn Frederick, Executive Director at The Mission Project for adults with developmental disabilities. Ava has Down Syndrome, the most common chromosomal disorder in the U.S. Ava lives life with constant wonder, teaching us to celebrate our achievements and never give up. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20992457

WOW Minisode 2 | #SpaceTourism 10/27/2021

WOW Minisode 2 | #SpaceTourism As your end of the month recap and reflection, special guest Joe Wistrcill joins us to dive into the future of Space Tourism , Mangrove Trees, and our WOWs from the week. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20951147

What's the Buzz on Bees? | with Tierney Monahan 10/20/2021

What's the Buzz on Bees? | with Tierney Monahan "Oh no, a bee!" Fun fact: not all bees sting. And without their help, our entire planet’s terrain would look different, and many of your favorite foods would be essentially nonexistent. Learn more wonders of these amazing creatures and how they can even teach us how to be more selfless and contribute to the common good. In this podcast episode we’re chatting with Tierney Monahan, Beekeeper and Author of “Beyond Honey.” /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20845820

From Cabinets to Caskets: The Wonder of Woodworking | with Dan Purkapile 10/13/2021

From Cabinets to Caskets: The Wonder of Woodworking | with Dan Purkapile In this episode, we talk with craftsman Dan Purkapile - a “Cabinet-making Philosopher on Beauty.” Earning his title, we expand beyond cabinets to Roman art, space exploration and why caskets make us so uncomfortable. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20770211

Beauty in the EYE of the beholder | with Dr Charles Yancey 10/06/2021

Beauty in the EYE of the beholder | with Dr Charles Yancey Through the eyes is how many of us begin the incredible encounter with the wonders of the world. The miracle of vision is one of the greatest gifts we have as humans; and yet, our eyes do way more than simply see things. Dr. Charles Yancey takes us through the wonders of one of the most complex organisms in our body. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20638880

WOW Minisode 1 | #barnlife 09/29/2021

WOW Minisode 1 | #barnlife In this first end-of-the-month minisode, our guest co-host Jonathan reflects on his most recent W.O.W (World of Wonder) experience. Taking a break from his real estate hustle to watch some famous(?) barn animals, he helps us discover that we can learn a thing or two from horses and donkeys. “There’s a rhythm to nature, it’s never in a hurry or a rush.” /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20476661

Rediscovering the Art of Home | Mary Sarah (The Olive Branch Shop) 09/22/2021

Rediscovering the Art of Home | Mary Sarah (The Olive Branch Shop) If you're overwhelmed by thinking your home has to be on the next cover of "Better Homes and gardens", then this podcast episode is for you! (Yes men, you too). Mary Sarah, owner of The Olive Branch shop in Littleton, CO, speaks to how we can elevate our mundane daily tasks and rediscover wonder and purpose in our homes and in the lost art of homemaking. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20035385

The Psychology of Wonder (Part 2) | with Dr. Daniel McClure 09/15/2021

The Psychology of Wonder (Part 2) | with Dr. Daniel McClure Part 2 of 2. With Psychologist Dr. Daniel McClure, we explore how beauty is used in clinical treatment. We explore beauty's relationship with mental health, human suffering, and whether it's successful in art and music therapy. We also reveal how experiencing awe can change our human behaviors and better equip us to adapt and take risks in life. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20272946

The Psychology of Wonder (Part 1) | with Dr. Daniel McClure 09/08/2021

The Psychology of Wonder (Part 1) | with Dr. Daniel McClure Part 1 of 2. With Psychologist Dr. Daniel McClure, we explore how beauty is relational. Diving into our attachment styles, we learn how we all live with insecurities in our relationships. We discuss how beauty and encounters with wonder can help us face our insecurities and reveal to us our inherent value, helping us "live like we mean it!" /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20272835

Wonder Near Death's Doorstep | with Marjorie Aunos 09/01/2021

Wonder Near Death's Doorstep | with Marjorie Aunos In 2012, Marjorie Aunos’ life forever changed when she became paraplegic as the result of an accident. Singly raising her 16-month old son, she found strength in practicing Wonder. Hear her story & how we can harness what psychologists call the powerful character strength of “Appreciation of Beauty & Excellence.” /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/20084357

Cheer for the Toast! Reclaiming Human Connection | with Joe Beckman 08/25/2021

Cheer for the Toast! Reclaiming Human Connection | with Joe Beckman Today we talk with Joe Beckman, author, speaker, human connector and "Happy Caveman" on why we should cheer for our morning toast and other life-saving phrases every kid...no...every human needs to hear. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/19806185

Why Wonder? (Part 2) | Let's be useless 08/18/2021

Why Wonder? (Part 2) | Let's be useless It's 2021. We made it through the challenging year of 2020 but are we headed the right direction, or could we be evolving backwards in terms of our human inclination towards wonder? Could the key to unlock wonder and awe be in becoming more "useless?" /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/19560584

Why Wonder? (Part 1)| Let's be more than fine 08/18/2021

Why Wonder? (Part 1)| Let's be more than fine Wonder is something we've all experienced, but do we actually know what it is? Or moreover, why it's so important for us to experience? Are we beginning to lose the meaning of it in our world and as we get older? Here we will start by exploring the power of wonder in our own lives and stories. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/19552649

Intro | Wonder Starts Here 07/28/2021

Intro | Wonder Starts Here What is Wonder and why is it so important and crucial for you, and for everyone in our world? Through this podcast, we’re going to explore that with some of the brightest minds. We’ll talk to scientists, philosophers, mathematicians, biologists, theologians, mothers, musicians, and (hopefully) more to find the “WOWs” of human existence. If you think you might have an interest in living a life more energized, hopeful, and full of passion, then this podcast is for you. /episode/index/show/awaketowonder/id/19552379

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