#192 Dr Mathew Iasiello - Understanding Mental Wellbeing, Languishing & the Future of Mental Health

In this episode of the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Matthew Iasiello, a leading mental wellbeing scientist whose research is transforming how we measure and promote positive mental health.Matt's work centers around the dual-continua model of mental health, which challenges the idea that mental illness and mental wellbeing are simply opposite ends of the same spectrum. Instead, his research shows they are distinct but interconnected, leading to new approaches in mental health treatment, prevention, and recovery.One of Matt’s key areas of focus is languishing—a mental state where people aren’t necessarily experiencing mental illness but also aren’t thriving. Many of us live in this “stuck in the middle” space, feeling uninspired, unmotivated, and disconnected. Matt and his team at Be Well Co recently conducted a major study examining languishing in Australia, uncovering its impact on individuals and society.In this insightful conversation, we explore:✅ What is languishing? How to identify when you’re stuck in this state✅ The science behind mental wellbeing and its link to mental illness✅ How we can use the dual-continua model to rethink mental health strategies✅ Findings from Be Well Co’s recent research on mental wellbeing in Australia✅ Practical, evidence-based tools to shift from languishing to thrivingThis episode will challenge the way you think about mental health and provide powerful, research-backed insights on how to move from simply surviving to truly thriving.🎥 Connect with Dr Matt Iasiello:LINKED IN - www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-iasiello/?originalSubdomain=auBE WELL CO LANGUISHING RESEARCH - www.bewellco.io/research/ BEYOND BLUE LINK - www.bewellco.io/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Be-Well-Co-for-Beyond-Blue-What-works-for-mental-wellbeing.pdf💙 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit!🌍 Learn more about The Good Human Factory:🔗 Instagram: @goodhumanspod | @thegoodhumanfactory | @cooperchapman💻 Website: www.thegoodhumanfactory.com🛍️ Merch: Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF – Shop Here📚 Workshop Enquiry: Interested in bringing a Good Human Factory workshop to your school, workplace, or community? Enquire here📩 Sponsorship Enquiries: Want to sponsor the Good Humans Podcast? Email Cooper@thegoodhumanfactory.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Good Humans is a podcast hosted by professional surfer Cooper Chapman and produced by The Good Human Factory.Each Friday episode features a different guest, who shares their unique perspective on life and offers insight into what makes them a good human. From athletes and artists to activists and entrepreneurs, the guests on Good Humans come from all walks of life, but they all have one thing in common: a passion for making the world a better place.Every Wednesday on the 1% Podcast Cooper shares insights around gratitude and mindfulness in celebration of the 1% Good Club Instagram accountability groups dedicating 1% of their day to their mental health. Each we we champion multiple good humans of the week and also discuss a thought-provoking question.Join Cooper on a journey of discovery, as he sits down with some of the most interesting and thought-provoking people around, and learns from their wisdom and experiences. The Good Human Factory is a business that seeks to celebrate and uplift individuals who are making a positive impact in the world. Through the Good Humans podcast and other projects, The Good Human Factory aims to inspire and connect people who share a passion for making the world a better place.The Good Human Factory 2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.