The Future Is Green

Co-created and hosted by Elon University students Lydia Buckius and Ireland Horan, The Future is Green Podcast uses evidence-based research as a vehicle to advance human and planetary health. The podcast dives into health and wellness topics and trends in an inclusive manner that truly provides something impactful for every listener to take away. 

In the first episode, Health is Wealth, Lydia and Ireland define health and wellness as two separate entities that work together to contribute to the overall enhancement of one’s life. They shared their health philosophy called, The Good Life. It is defined as a dynamic state of well-being that promotes overall wellness through efficient fuel and energy for our bodies in all ways (things that fuel you (passions), food that fuels you, people, and good memories that fuel you. Life is too short not to make it as “good” as it can be. 

In this episode, the 80/20 rule was also shared with listeners, and this lifestyle mantra states that 80% of the time, we should strive to make healthy food choices and move our bodies in the form of exercise. But, at the same time, the other 20% grants us flexibility to enjoy all of life's celebratory moments and special occasions where we may choose wine over water and take a nap instead of a HIIT class. This rule ensures balance in one’s life, and it sounds like a freeing and transformative mindset that we invite Edge readers to adopt. 

In episode two, The Six Dimensions of Wellness, the hosts define these six dimensions as created by The National Wellness Institute. This model includes emotional, occupational, physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual wellness. The prioritization and care of these wellness dimensions in one's life cultivate a holistic environment internally that promotes fulfillment and personal growth. We are reminded in this episode that health is a state of being while wellness is the state of living a healthy lifestyle and that small changes make long-lasting positive impacts when practiced over time and made into healthy habits. 

On their social media accounts, FIG shares healthy recipes, health and wellness-related book suggestions, workouts to try, and other fun content to lead you to live a greener life! Elon students, stay tuned for profit-shares, special events, giveaways, and more FIG fun coming soon! 

To transform your health tune in on Apple and Spotify every Tuesday! 

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