The Art and Science of Thriving
Welcome to The Art and Science of Thriving, the podcast where high-achieving professionals unlock the secrets to living a fulfilling, balanced, and high-performing life.
Through evidence-based insights in neuroscience, psychology, and high-performance strategies, we’ll explore how to achieve success without burnout, create clarity and purpose, and thrive in every area of your life.
Michael Schiel, a high performance coach and transformation consultant, hosts the podcast. Michael helps overwhelmed people and teams find their purpose, achieve their goals, and reach peak performance while creating well-being, balance and fulfillment in their lives
Episodes
92 episodes
Episode #92: Michael's Version: How to Plan Your Best Year without Burning Out
If you’re thinking ahead to the new year and want to start strong without slipping into the usual overwhelm, this episode will help you do exactly that.This is Michael’s Version of one of the most downloaded episodes I’ve...
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Episode 92
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34:43
Episode #91 — Finish Strong: The Deeper Science of Reflection and the R.E.S.E.T. Model
As the year comes to an end, many people jump straight into planning their goals for the next one. But the real power — the kind that fuels motivation, clarity, and fulfillment — comes from looking back first.In this episode, High Perfor...
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25:57
Episode #90: The Science of Reflection: How to Review Your Year and Find What Really Mattered
Have you ever reached the end of the year and felt… underwhelmed? You worked hard, hit some goals, and overcame challenges—but still wonder, Did any of this really matter?In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving...
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Episode 90
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31:10
Episode #89: Imposter Syndrome: The Science Behind It and How to Beat It
Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I don’t belong here… I’m not good enough… Sooner or later, they’ll find out I’m a fraud”? If so, you’re not alone. In fact, research shows that most high-achieving professionals experience imposter...
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Episode 89
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32:28
Episode #88: The Fulfillment Formula — How to End Your Day Feeling Like It Mattered
Have you ever ended the day exhausted, yet still felt like you didn’t make progress? You were busy, crossed things off your list, yet something was missing? You’re not alone.In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, I ...
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Episode 88
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23:37
Episode #87: The Post-Vacation Reset: How to Return without Losing Energy, Calm or Focus
You’ve just had a great break — maybe a vacation, time with family, or just a few days of rest — but then Monday hits, and it feels like all that restoration disappears the moment you open your inbox. Sound familiar?In this episode of
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Episode 87
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24:35
Episode #86 (Replay): How to Unplug, Detach and Switch Off from Work to Enjoy Your Vacation
Back by popular demand for the summer season!Most people head into vacation hoping to relax — but end up thinking about work the whole time. That’s why this episode is making a return appearance.In this powerful re-releas...
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35:11
Episode #85: Unlock Vacation Mode Now: Faster, Better, More
Still thinking about work, even when you’re on vacation? You’re not alone — but it doesn’t have to be that way!In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, we dive deep into how to truly unplug, reset, and come bac...
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31:58
Episode #84: How to Truly Recharge — The Neuroscience of Rest
Most people think recharging means doing less. But neuroscience tells us: it’s not just stepping away from work that resets your brain — it’s what you do with that time that matters.In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving<...
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Episode 84
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25:06
Episode #83: How to Deal with Emotional Overwhelm at the End of the Day
Ever feel like you hold it together all day, only to crash the moment you get home? You’re not alone — and it’s not a sign of weakness. It’s a signal from your nervous system that you need to reset.In this episode of The Art and Scie...
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Episode #82 Creating Balance in a Busy Life: Science-Backed Strategies That Work
Are you constantly juggling everything — crushing goals at work but feeling like your personal life is on the backburner? You’re not alone.In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, we’re diving deep into a topic that b...
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Episode 82
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29:19
Episode #81: Why You Are Overwhelmed and What to Do About it
Ever feel like you’re drowning in tasks, spinning your wheels, and struggling to keep up? You’re not alone. Overwhelm is a modern epidemic, but here’s the truth: feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re failing—it’s your brain’s way ...
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Episode 81
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30:25
Episode #80: How Do I Take Control of My Life and Be Clear on What Matters to Me?
Have you ever felt like your life is on autopilot?You wake up, go through the motions, and by the end of the day, you wonder—did any of it really matter? You’re not alone. Many high-achievers feel pulled in too many directions, ch...
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Episode 80
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27:09
Episode #79: A Framework to Find Clarity and Focus to Achieve Your Goals
Do you ever feel stuck, unsure of what truly matters, or overwhelmed by endless tasks pulling you in different directions? You’re not alone. Lack of clarity can lead to mental clutter, stress, and decision fatigue, making it harder to focus and...
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Episode 79
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31:50
Episode #78: How to Prioritize Your Goals When You Have Too Much on Your Plate
Do you feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of goals pulling at your attention? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, I’ll show you how to cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters.Man...
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Episode 78
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30:22
Episode #77 How to Plan and Achieve Your Goals Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Burned Out
In this episode of The Art and Science of Thriving, I tackle one of the biggest challenges we all face: planning and achieving meaningful goals without burning out.I share the most common mistakes people make when setting goals—...
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Episode 77
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32:22
Episode #76: 5 Ways you can improve and succeed at life without burning out
Are you striving for success in your career and personal life but constantly battling exhaustion, overwhelm, or a sense of misalignment? This episode of the Achieve More podcast is your roadmap to thriving—not just surviving.
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Episode 76
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34:05
Episode #75: How Well-Being Can Be Used to Improve Team Performance, Collaboration and Staff Retention
In this episode of the "Achieve More" podcast, I dive into a critical but often overlooked strategy for creating high-performing teams: improving well-being. Many leaders focus on performance, collaboration, or retention in isolation—but the se...
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45:13
Episode #74: Exercise Protocols to Improve Performance, Achieve Well-Being and Improve Longevity
In this episode, I am diving into a topic near and dear to me: your optimal exercise protocol to help you improve performance in all areas of your life, achieve well-being, and healthy aging. We all know that staying active is esse...
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Episode 74
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45:48
Episode 73: Culture Clash: Tackling Cultural Fit Challenges
Did you know that 65% of employees say they'd be more productive in a company with a strong culture fit? Yet, one in four feels they don't belong in their workplace. This sense of misfit can lead to disengagement, decreased prod...
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Episode 73
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40:23
Episode#72: How to Unplug, Detach and Switch Off from Work to Enjoy Your Vacation
In this podcast, we're diving into a crucial topic: how to successfully unplug, detach, and switch off from work. According to evidence-based research and global surveys, anywhere from 60% to 77% of people continue to do work...
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Episode 72
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35:11
Episode #71: 5 Tools to Achieve High Performance and Mastery of Anything
There are a lot of fads, gimmicks, and just plain wrong ideas out there about how to achieve High Performance or mastery in something.You can't just "flow" all the time on command to perfection, or use gummies, and the "10,000 hours" co...
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32:38
Episode #70: 5 Ways to Maximize your Employee's Potential
In this podcast, I am going to talk about how to maximize your employee's potential.This means creating an environment and providing resources that enable your staff to perform at their best, develop their skills, and reach their ...
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Episode 70
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37:54
Episode #69: Top Ten List for Aging Successfully
In this podcast, I am focusing on a topic that impacts anyone in their 30s and 40s and older. I am looking at how we can age successfully. “Successful Aging” refers to the process of maintaining a high quality of life as we gr...
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Episode 69
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34:22
Episode 68: Impact of Virtual Work Settings on Performance and Productivity
In this podcast, I am diving into the empirical evidence behind the impact of a virtual setting on employee performance and productivity.Post-pandemic, many companies are struggling with whether and how to bring employees back into offi...
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Episode 68
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40:27
