Regardless of your age or circumstances, people want to live a satisfying, fulfilling life. Yet how do we build such a life throughout the years given all the unique experiences and circumstances that we face? The answer lies in the reality that we create our lives by the Power of Our Minds. This course examines how that is accomplished. We will explore how our mind can create an ongoing sense of wellbeing, and what steps we need to take to ensure we are living life to its fullest potential, given our circumstances. We will examine how we can use our mind to shape our thoughts and actions to create a life that is satisfying, fulfilling, enriching, and meaningful.

Understand how having a “worthy” mindset can change your life for the better. Participants will learn how a “worthy” mindset can influence their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors though a mix of activities and discussions. Moderator Anna Jinja Mather will share how using a “worthy” mindset has transformed her personal and professional journeys as an adoptee, non-profit professional, and writer/podcaster.

Participants will gain:

• Greater ability to recognize and appreciate their self-worth.
• Develop greater understanding of how cultivating a worthy mindset can lead to positive changes.
• Strategies for connecting with a worthy mindset.

What might happen if we were more intentional about a few more moments each day? This seminar will review concepts around being more intention in moments in order to add fulfillment to your life and the life of others. Topics include: types of moments, the three major pillars of managing moments, ideas for being more aware of moments, and the numerous ways moments can make a difference. This seminar focuses on self-determination and building more agency in life, utilizing a combination of lecture, in-class exercises, reflection, sharing of stories, and questions for great discussion.

Virtue theory asks not just how to do good, but how to be good. This course explores timeless questions of character through the lens of thinkers like Aristotle, Jesus, the Buddha, and Confucius. We will reflect on key virtues—such as honesty, courage, compassion, and respect—and consider practical ways to cultivate them in daily life. The full series may be taught as two separate courses.