Four Thousand Mondays: Living a Life Worth Living with Jodi Wellman EP 6

In this deeply engaging and uplifting conversation, Kristin and Meghan sit down with Jodi Wellman, speaker, author, and founder of Four Thousand Mondays, to explore what it really means to live a life worth living. Drawing from her book You Only Die Once and her acclaimed TED Talk, Jodi shares how contemplating our mortality can spark a more intentional, joyful, and meaningful life. The trio dives into the psychology of memento mori, the power of scarcity to enhance appreciation, and how agency, humor, and self-compassion can help us build lives of purpose. Through personal stories of loss, recovery, and near-death experiences, they remind us that aliveness is found not in grand gestures but in small, conscious choices—like savoring coffee outdoors, laughing with loved ones, or simply noticing a bird outside the window. Key Points Memento Mori in Modern Life: Remembering that life is temporary isn’t morbid—it’s a tool for living with vitality and meaning. Four Thousand Mondays: Jodi’s signature concept reframes time scarcity as motivation; knowing our Mondays are limited pushes us to make each one count. Quality Over Quantity: A good life isn’t about longevity but depth and width—living with joy, purpose, and connection. Agency and Action: Research shows that almost half of our happiness comes from intentional actions—small steps can spark transformation. Self-Compassion and Reframing: Being kinder to ourselves, even humorously, shifts perspective and resilience. Finding Meaning in Small Moments: Joy often hides in simple acts—petting a dog, seeing an old photo, or pausing to breathe. Jodi’s message is both a wake-up call and a warm invitation: life is fleeting, but that truth can be freeing. When we stop postponing joy and start paying attention—to ordinary moments, to our own choices, to the preciousness of time—we reclaim our agency to live wider and deeper. Whether it’s counting Mondays, practicing self-compassion, or taking one small bold step, this conversation reminds us that a life worth living isn’t about having more time—it’s about making the most of the time we have. Connect with Jodi LinkedIn Instagram Connect with Kristin and Meghan  Instagram