The Serendipity Studio: Reimagining Success

In this episode we look at why, while governments may be closing borders and looking increasingly inwards, we need to keep our hearts open and expanding. Humankind is one.  Just as this COVID-19 is something that’s affected us all, together, so too must our response work for us all together. We have to climb out and move forward as one, leaving no one behind. The article in The Economist I refer to is:Has covid-19 killed globalisation?

Reading fiction is good for us. And in times like this, perhaps more than ever, we would benefit from getting lost in a good novel. Reading fiction can reduce stress and help us sleep better. Why not pick up that book that’s been lying unread on your bookcase?Articles on the benefits of readingThe Surprising Power of Reading Fiction: 9 Ways it Make Us Happier and More Creative10 Benefits Of Reading Over Watching TV

As COVID-19 consumes our attention, now more than ever we need to choose joy. Joy will give us perspective, help us see the opportunities this moment in time creates, and help us stay strong. Thankfully, joy isn’t dependent on the circumstances around us; it’s an inner strength we can all tap into. But it’s a choice. The following links are to the articles or quotes referenced directly or indirectly in episode:Five ways to find joy in tough timesThe Decameron – the 14th-century Italian book that shows us how to survive coronavirusA merry heart doeth good like a medicineThe insight about the Japanese and Chinese not having a single symbol for ‘crisis’ is from the book ‘Kaizen’ by Sarah Harvey.

In this introductory episode, host Sam Radford explains both the format of this new show and explains the three things The Serendipity Studio is designed to help you do: reimagine success, live fully awake, forge a life of significance. Episode 1 will be released later this month.