Reclaiming Your Wellbeing: Why Trust, Flow, and Self-Responsibility Matter with Thea Muller

2025-10-16

In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, I’m joined by wellbeing and trust expert Thea Muller, who recently completed her PhD on improving wellbeing in individuals and societies. We dive into the surprising truth about the decline of wellbeing - particularly in younger generations across the Western world - and what we can do to improve that. Thea shares fascinating insights from her research about how wellbeing is defined, measured, and most importantly, how it can be cultivated in our everyday lives through self-trust, flow experiences, and meaningful connection. ✨ Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

In this powerful and thought-provoking conversation, I’m joined by wellbeing and trust expert Thea Muller, who recently completed her PhD on improving wellbeing in individuals and societies.

We dive into the surprising truth about the decline of wellbeing - particularly in younger generations across the Western world - and what we can do to improve that.

Thea shares fascinating insights from her research about how wellbeing is defined, measured, and most importantly, how it can be cultivated in our everyday lives through self-trust, flow experiences, and meaningful connection.

✨ Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

Why wellbeing has been declining over the past decade.
How wellbeing is defined and measured
Why flow experiences are one of the most powerful ways to enhance wellbeing
The science behind self-trust and social trust and why they’re essential for thriving individuals and societies
How wellbeing has become overly medicalised, and what self-responsibility truly looks like
Simple, practical steps to begin improving your wellbeing today

This conversation is a beautiful blend of science, psychology, and soul. It’s an empowering reminder that while the world may feel uncertain, your inner wellbeing is something you can nurture and strengthen from within.

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