Feelings Matter

Now, more than ever, a supportive environment for mental health is essential. As we strive to create a workplace environment in which everyone can talk more openly and proactively about mental health, most people struggle with how best to respond when they are concerned about a colleague. Episode Highlights- Dealing with the power dynamic with leadership- "Psychological safety is not relaxing your standards, feeling comfortable, being nice and agreeable, or giving unconditional praise. Psychological safety is a culture of respect, trust, and openness where it's not risky to raise ideas and concerns" Amy Edmonson- Listening and creating psychological safety-- ask open questions-- Summarize what they said and repeat it back to them.-- Reflect: repeat a word or phrase back to them-- Clarify: Tell me more about that...-- Give words of encouragement: "Go on" or "I see"-- Affirm and acknowledge and then share resourcesEpisode Resources- How to support mental health at work - https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/how-support-mental-health-work- How to Support Your Coworker Who's Dealing With Mental Health Issues - https://www.payscale.com/career-advice/how-to-support-your-coworker-whos-dealing-with-mental-health-issues/Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Now, more than ever, a supportive environment for mental health is essential. As we strive to create a workplace environment in which everyone can talk more openly and proactively about mental health, most people struggle with how best to respond when they are concerned about a colleague. Episode Highlights- Check-in with your colleagues- Ask open ended questions and pose them as “I” questions-- I noticed that things aren't okay lately-- I care about you and I'd like to make time to chat- Make time to create enough space for a difficult conversation- Be prepared to be uncomfortable and be ready with empathyEpisode Resources- How to support mental health at work - https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/publications/how-support-mental-health-work- How to Support Your Coworker Who's Dealing With Mental Health Issues - https://www.payscale.com/career-advice/how-to-support-your-coworker-whos-dealing-with-mental-health-issues/Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

A recent study confirmed that Americans are exercising less and sitting more during the pandemic. It may seem like no big deal, but the pandemic has impacted everyone's mental health as well. So, it's important to recognize the important and positive link between mental health and exercise. Studies have shown that exercise can be a great tool for improving common mental health issues. Episode HighlightsExercise enhances concentration, mood, energy and motivation with neurochemical changes that increase:- BDNF (Brain-derived Neurotrophic Factor)-the brain's own “Miracle Gro”- Dopamine-which helps motivate you- Serotonin-which boosts your mood- Noradrenaline-which stimulates your energy- New connections between nerve cells and neuronsExercise:- Boosts memory- Increases concentration- Improves mental health- Enhances creativity- Slows cognitive decline- Improves circulation- Aids learning and memory- Builds more brain cells- Prevents diseaseOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Moving into post-pandemic operations is still creating a wave of stress and anxiety in our homes and community. It's important for workplace teams to recognize how stress manifests itself and adopt strategies and practices that can help them navigate stress in the healthiest way possible. Episode Highlights- Watch out for the negative coping strategies- Good hydration, good sleep, exercise are important- It's important to complete the stress cycle-- Stressor: anything perceived as threatening and activates the stress cycle-- Action: to complete the cycle & release stress chemicals, must engage in action-- Relief: once stress chemicals released, your body relaxes and feels safe again- Activities that complete the stress cycle: -- crying, laughing, walking, deep breathing-- hugs and affection from a partner, family member, or petOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Moving into post-pandemic operations is still creating a wave of stress and anxiety in our homes and community. It's important for workplace teams to recognize how stress manifests itself and adopt strategies and practices that can help them navigate stress in the healthiest way possible. Episode Highlights-91 percent of respondents say having an unmanageable amount of stress or frustration negatively impacts the quality of their work- 83 percent of respondents say burnout from work can negatively impact their personal relationships.-87 percent of professionals surveyed say they have passion for their current job but 64 percent say they are frequently stressed, dispelling the myth that passionate employees are immune to stress or burnout.-Nearly 70 percent of professionals feel their employers are not doing enough to prevent or alleviate burnout within their organization.-21 percent of respondents say their company does not offer any programs or initiatives to prevent or alleviate burnout.-One in four professionals say they never or rarely take all of their vacation days.-84 percent of millennials say they have experienced burnout at their current job, compared to 77 percent of all respondents.-Nearly half of millennials say they have left a job specifically because they felt burned out, compared to 42 percent of all respondentOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

In this episode we explore what it means to show empathy and how a few simple actions can help create stronger connections and build a culture of honesty and openness. These are important factors for nurturing a more productive and healthier workplace as we navigate the challenges of an uncertain time.Episode Highlights- 83% of employees would choose a workplace with a healthy culture over higher salary- We need to reframe empathy as the action of listening - We can make assumptions about team dynamics, but we don't know until we ask the question and listen.- The biggest barrier to empathy in the workplace is being too busy. We are not empathetic when we are in a hurry.- Accountability is necessary to successfully implement workplace empathy.Episode ResourceBrené Brown on Empathy - Empathy is feeling with another person https://youtu.be/1Evwgu369JwOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Whether your staff is in the office or working remotely, understanding other people's emotions is a key skill in the workplace. It can enable us to resolve conflicts, build more productive teams and improve our relationships with co-workers, clients and customers.Episode Highlights- Empathetic companies outperform competitors by 20%- Empathy creates the environment for a more engaged workforce - Empathy is essential for creating a positive and productive workplace environment- Empathy and accountability go hand in hand- There are 3 different levels of empathy:-- cognitive: ability to understand how a person feels and what they might be thinking makes us better communicators-- emotional: ability to share the feelings of another person (helps build emotional connection)-- compassionate: ability to go beyond simply understanding & sharing (move us into action-like taking a meal when someone dies)Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

What exactly is Emotional Intelligence? It's not just empathy, it's not just emotional awareness, and it's more than the sum of all these components. Emotional Intelligence is a skill that one can actually improve upon through active practice. A good leader exemplifies strong emotional intelligence through openness and actively engaging employees, and even has an ethical responsibility to make sure they are utilizing positive communication.Episode Highlights- We often judge others by their behavior, but ourselves by our intentions. To resolve this, we need to actually ASK the other person about their intentions and find what they are actually feeling at the time- We all have biases (gender culture, etc.) which are extremely difficult to get rid of, but emotional intelligence can impact how we deal with them- As a leader, allowing yourself to be vulnerable will help people around you feel safe. Through we technology, we have more intimacy with customers than ever before, and it is essential that we make sure we are communicating to customers and coworkers positivelyEpisode Resources“Former Facebook Product Manager Testifies Before Congress” Hypebeast, Aaron Chow, 2021https://hypebeast.com/2021/10/facebook-whistleblower-testimony-newsOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

What exactly is Emotional Intelligence? It's not just empathy, it's not just emotional awareness, and it's more than the sum of all these components. Emotional Intelligence is a skill that one can actually improve upon through active practice. A good leader exemplifies strong emotional intelligence through openness and actively engaging employees, and even has an ethical responsibility to make sure they are utilizing positive communication.Episode Highlights- The term emotional “intelligence” is a misnomer, as it implies that it is something you are born with rather than a skill that one gains through practice and exercise- Emotions are neither good nor bad; rather the behaviors that they elicit are often what we conflate with being positive or negative. Episode Resources- “Bezos Wants to Create a Better Future in Space. His Company Blue Origin Is Stuck in a Toxic Past” Lioness, Alexandra Abrams, 2021https://www.lioness.co/post/bezos-wants-to-create-a-better-future-in-space-his-company-blue-origin-is-stuck-in-a-toxic-past- “Former Facebook Product Manager Testifies Before Congress” Hypebeast, Aaron Chow, 2021https://hypebeast.com/2021/10/facebook-whistleblower-testimony-newsOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN and produced by Kel Skonberg of Mossy Stone Media. Copyright 2022, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Mental health myths are abundant and pervasive. Dispelling myths in the workplace creates a culture in which stigma is diminished, and employees feel more confident in seeking help when they need it.Episode HighlightsMental health issues are common are by no means a character flaw, workplaces need to abandon the stigma that comes from expressing mental health concernsWhile many managers and employers may be well-intentioned, they might not be aware of how to address mental health in the workplace Episode Resources“Mind the Workplace”, Mental Health America, 2021. https://www.mhanational.org/mind-workplace“Thrive: the third metric to redefining success and creating a life of well-being, wisdom, and wonder” Arianna Huffington, 2014“How Employers Can Improve Their Approach to Mental Health At Work” McKinsey & Company, Erica Coe and Kana Enomoto, 2021https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/healthcare-systems-and-services/our-insights/how-employers-can-improve-their-approach-to-mental-health-at-work?cid=other-eml-dre-mip-mck&hlkid=a774e1a8976d4a078406…Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/NAMI Central Texas, offering workplace mental health traininghttps://namicentraltx.org/workplace/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Mental health myths are abundant and pervasive. Dispelling myths in the workplace creates a culture in which stigma is diminished, and employees feel more confident in seeking help when they need it.Episode HighlightsOne of the main reasons employees are leaving jobs or feeling resentful is because they feel they aren't being heard by management, or their boundaries are not being respected.Mental health issues are common are by no means a character flaw, workplaces need to abandon the stigma that comes from expressing mental health concernsOur emotions are part of our health, and need to be treated as suchWhile many managers and employers may be well-intentioned, they might not be aware of how to address mental health in the workplace Episode Resources“Mind the Workplace”, Mental Health America, 2021. https://www.mhanational.org/mind-workplace“Thrive: the third metric to redefining success and creating a life of well-being, wisdom, and wonder” Arianna Huffington, 2014“How EmployersCan Improve Their Approach to Mental Health At Work” McKinsey & Company, Erica Coe and Kana Enomoto, 2021https://www.mckinsey.com/industries/healthcare-systems-and-services/our-insights/how-employers-can-improve-their-approach-to-mental-health-at-work?cid=other-eml-dre-mip-mck&hlkid=a774e1a8976d4a078406…Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/NAMI Central Texas, offering workplace mental health traininghttps://namicentraltx.org/workplace/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

There are growing concerns that people's mental health and well-being can take a hit when working remotely. Research shows that being “always on” and accessible by technology while working remotely leads to the blurring of work and non-work boundaries, particularly if you work from home.Episode Resourceshttps://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/09/heres-what-we-know-about-how-remote-work-changes-us.htmlhttps://theconversation.com/how-remote-working-can-increase-stress-and-reduce-well-being-125021https://www.forbes.com/sites/chriswestfall/2020/10/08/mental-health-leadership-survey-reveals-80-of-remote-workers-would-quit-their-jobs-for-this/?sh=4c853c673a0fhttps://www.verywellmind.com/the-stress-of-working-from-home-4141174https://www.overcoffeegames.com/ Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Psychological safety — the belief that one can speak up without risk of punishment or humiliation — has been well established as a critical driver of high-quality decision making, healthy group dynamics and interpersonal relationships, greater innovation, and more effective execution in organizations. When it comes to psychological safety, managers have traditionally focused on enabling candor and dissent with respect to work content. The problem is, as the boundary between work and life becomes increasingly blurry, managers must make staffing, scheduling, and coordination decisions that take into account employees' personal circumstances — a categorically different domain.Episode ResourcesBuilding a psychologically safe workplace | Amy Edmondson | TEDxHGSE https://youtu.be/LhoLuui9gX8https://hbr.org/2017/08/high-performing-teams-need-psychological-safety-heres-how-to-create-ithttps://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/what-is-psychological-safety-at-work/https://hbr.org/2021/04/what-psychological-safety-looks-like-in-a-hybrid-workplacehttps://www.businessinsider.com/psychological-safety-remote-work-how-to-foster-2021-5https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/organization/our-insights/psychological-safety-and-the-critical-role-of-leadership-developmentOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Mental Health Advocate & Speaker, Co-Founder of The Yellow Bench Project & #YellowIsForHello Campaign Sam Fiorella joins us to share the stories of student mental health and the impact of suicide preventions on families.Episode HighlightsSam's personal story of losing his son to suicideSharing Lucas's legacy is how Sam worked through his pain and lossThe need for mental health education and literacyThe importance of self-compassionNon-judgemental validation of how your kids feel and how you feel is the first stepEpisode Resourceshttps://www.linkedin.com/in/samfiorella/https://100misfits.com/https://thefriendshipbench.org/Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Feelings are messengers of needs. Meeting needs unlocks positive feelings and energy; neglecting needs does the opposite. By integrating business objectives with meeting people's needs, companies can make sure the strong wind of a positive emotional force is at their back.Episode Highlights- Real world example of feelings at work- The value of emotional resilience- Simple tips for reducing stress in the moment- Meeting the need for connection and belonging- Checking in before the start of a meeting gives remote workers a chance to be present- Communication tips that get to the needs that drive feelingsEpisode Resourceshttps://www.strategy-business.com/article/The-power-of-feelings-at-workhttps://www.autismspeaks.org/types-autism-what-asperger-syndromeOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

We often experience shifting emotions. Sometimes it just happens without our control. Sometimes a little mindful focus can give us the opportunity to move from one feeling to another. Flux in particular is a sign that we are moving from general positive feelings to more negative ones.The highest correlations were found between a person's perceived ability to distinguish multiple emotions at once and sense when emotions blend and change. Higher reported scores on this variable indicate a higher score in the psychological capital variable of optimism. Upon further research, several studies were found that confirm this relationship. One study found that the relationships between personality traits and both optimism and hope are mediated by emotional intelligence (Di Fabio et al., 2018). With further research, it may be possible to get a reliable score for emotional intelligence by simply testing a person's ability to sense multiple emotions, emotional blends, or identify how emotions change from one to another. The DEAA is the first step in understanding which type of emotional awareness impacts emotional intelligence.Episode ResourcesEmotional Agility - https://www.susandavid.com/about-the-book/https://www.6seconds.org/2020/08/11/plutchik-wheel-emotions/NAMI Helpline 800-950-6264 M-F, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., ETOr in a crisis, text "NAMI" to 741741 for 24/7, confidential, free crisis counselingOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Emotional branding refers to the practice of building brands that appeal directly to a consumer's emotional state, needs and aspirations. Emotional branding is successful when it triggers an emotional response in the consumer. Emotional brands have a significant impact when the consumer experiences a strong and lasting attachment to the brand comparable to a feeling of bonding, companionship or love. Familiarity is the emotional side of brand recognition/recall.Episode Highlights- Emotion deeply relates to brand at the level of identity and brand voice- How brands handle polarizing emotions related to things like politics- Human beings make decisions based on emotion and then justify that decision with logic- The association between brand and emotion impacts repeat purchase decisions- The neuroscience behind the emotional associations we make with products and services- Emotional engagement does lead to increased sales and customer loyaltyEpisode Resourceshttps://clevertap.com/blog/emotional-branding/https://digitalmarketinginstitute.com/blog/what-is-emotional-branding-and-how-is-it-effectivehttps://www.fastcompany.com/1682625/the-myth-of-marketing-how-research-reaches-for-the-heart-but-only-connects-with-the-headhttps://medium.com/@salesforce/neuroscience-proves-we-buy-on-emotion-and-justify-with-logic-but-with-a-twist-4ff965cdeed8Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter mindfulness tracking project - Text the emoji that best represents the way you feel to (972) 778-6835

Co-founder of pinksocks.life , Nick Adkins, joins us to talk about kindness. Nick says, "when I gift the socks, I always look the other person in the eyes and say 'Every time you wear your pinksocks you're going to make people smile! People will come up to you and ask you about your pinksocks. That's your opportunity to connect with another person, that had you not have been wearing your pinksocks that day, the two of you would have missed each other in the universe. Don't miss that moment to connect and share space! Get off your bike, stay on the train or bus for another stop, look each other in the eyes and connect. That's what we're here for! Don't miss it!'”Episode Highlights- How Nick went from a suit-wearing healthcare executive to a kilted nomad focused on kindness and connection- How gifting PinkSocks took on a life of it's own and became a movement- How gifting creates connection and puts a stop to bullying and harassmentWatch Nick's Ted Talk - https://youtu.be/xQLWUD6O9C0How you can give a gift of PinkSocks https://pinksocks.life/gift-socks/Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Don't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Moral emotion is the idea that we believe some emotions are good and some emotions are bad and we judge them as such. Moral emotions also encompass how we use emotion to change behavior in others.Episode Highlights- How does judging emotion impact behavior driven by feelings?- How are we internalizing this and judging our own emotions? How does that judgment impact behavior?- Moral emotions seem to be a social construct, how are we using it to function as a society/culture?- How do we use outwardly directed feelings to impact the behavior of others?Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored by Mindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Emotion regulation is the ability to exert control over one's own emotional state. It may involve behaviors such as rethinking a challenging situation to reduce anger or anxiety, hiding visible signs of sadness or fear, or focusing on reasons to feel happy or calm.Episode Highlightshttps://positivepsychology.com/emotion-regulation/6 Most Useful Emotional Regulation Skills for Adults- Self-awareness- Mindful awareness- Cognitive Reappraisal- Adaptability- Self compassion- Emotional supportBONUS CONTENT - During the live broadcast, we also discussed how parents can help our children learn emotional regulation skills. Don't miss out on this information available on the YouTube video - https://youtu.be/CEGuUcNC7oA?t=1453Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

In this episode, we explore the value of mindful representation of mental illness in books, TV, film. Part of the cultural struggle with mental health stigma has to do with the media representations of OCD, PTSD, Paranoia. Mental health is not a dramatic device, but it is fair to present characters that the general public can relate to.J. Alexander Greenwood is an award-winning writer, public relations consultant, speaker, and podcaster. He is best known as the author of the acclaimed John Pilate Mysteries. You can learn more about Alex, the John Pilate book series, and his podcasts Mysterious Goings On and PR After Hours at the following links:https://amzn.to/2QEuZpvhttps://mgopod.com/https://prafterhours.com/Episode Highlights- How current events and media coverage contribute to the degradation of mental health across society- The author's responsibility to present characters with mental health issues as realistically as possible- How Greenwood has represented mental health treatment in his books- Modeling healthy coping strategies with your familyOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

In this first of a 2 episode interview with suspense author, J. Alexander Greenwood we get the backstory about how his title character John Pilate came into being.J. Alexander Greenwood is an award-winning writer, public relations consultant, speaker, and podcaster. He is best known as the author of the acclaimed John Pilate Mysteries. https://amzn.to/2QEuZpv You can learn more about Alex, the John Pilate book series, and his podcasts Mysterious Goings On https://mgopod.com/ and PR After Hours https://prafterhours.com/ Episode Highlights- Introduction to author, J. Alexander Greenwood and the genesis of the first book of the John - Pilate Mystery series, Pilate's Cross- Quirky manifestation title character John Pilate's experience of anxiety and PTSD- Responsible representation of mental illness in literature and removing the stigma of seeking help for mental illness- The relationship between suspense and anxietyOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Everything about communication and social interactions is emotional. We are either making a concerted effort to elicit an emotional reaction or dealing with the fall-out of an emotional reaction. Knowing how words and actions are actually affecting the emotions of others is incredibly useful. How we measure and quantify emotional feedback is both tricky and highly rewarding.Episode Resources - Automated voice analysis using short recordings of patient speech may be used to augment depression screen and symptom management. https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:f9b653cc-b36c-44fc-87f1-6dbf8e507624 - Study that helped define 27 different emotional states https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:130495ca-a162-4fca-9a35-d96866e7610f - Study looking at the intensity of emotional states https://documentcloud.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:409fd03e-0c28-4dd7-9668-22dfedec377aEpisode Highlights*How emotions are defined*How emotions can be reported and measured*The personal and professional benefits of engaging scientific measurement of emotionOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Fatigue is a term used to describe an overall feeling of tiredness or lack of energy. It isn't the same as simply feeling drowsy or sleepy. When you're fatigued, you have no motivation and no energy. Being sleepy may be a symptom of fatigue, but it's not the same thing. Covid fatigue implies that more and more people are fed up with the quarantine and breaking the rules.Episode Resources* Craft, David. Radical Acceptance And Self-Esteem: Embrace Your Gifts Of Imperfection, Overcome Your Confidence Gap And Build Self-Acceptance https://www.amazon.com/Radical-Acceptance-Self-Esteem-Imperfection-Self-Acceptance/dp/1724000853* Pandemic fatigue? How adherence to covid-19 regulations has been misrepresented and why it matters https://www.bmj.com/content/372/bmj.n137.full* Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health: A Longitudinal Study Using Penalized Logistic Regression - https://www.medrxiv.org/content/10.1101/2021.02.21.21252159v1Episode Highlights* Emotional labor of masking * Acknowledging the long-term fatigue of Covid-19 * Radical Acceptance and how it helps with the fatigue of challenging circumstances* Increased drug and alcohol use to numb the constant feeling* What factors drive potential mental health issuesOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Hungarian-American psychologist, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, discovered the state of flow thanks to the technological innovation of pagers in the 1970. From Wikipedia - In an interview with Wired magazine, Csíkszentmihályi described flow as "being completely involved in an activity for its own sake. The ego falls away. Time flies. Every action, movement, and thought follows inevitably from the previous one, like playing jazz. Your whole being is involved, and you're using your skills to the utmost." Episode ResourcesMihaly Csikszentmihalyi - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mihaly_CsikszentmihalyiThe Experience Sampling Method - https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-94-017-9088-8_2Ted Talk - Flow, the secret to happiness by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi https://www.ted.com/talks/mihaly_csikszentmihalyi_flow_the_secret_to_happiness?language=enEpisode HighlightsWhat Flow feels likeDefinition of the Experience Sampling Method (ESM) and how it was developedHow the ESM is different from a surveyProblems with the original Experience Sampling MethodHow ESM has been adapted to use smartphones and emoji to measure emotional awarenessOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

The past year of social distancing and remote working has turned our ideas of what the workplace should be on its head. The opportunities for managers and co-workers to pause from the tasks of the work day and take a moment to connect are few and far between. Trying to gage how well an employee is dealing with stress at work and at home over Zoom and Slack are nearly impossible.Tina and Michelle address the need for psychologically safe ways to ask for and get emotional feedback in the workplace. Inspired by the Net Promoter Score introduced in 2003, Schweiger has developed a way to track the emotional state of a group of people with the Net Emotional Index.Episode ResourcesHarvard Business Review article by Frederick F. Reichheld “The One Number You Need to Grow” Explaining the Net Promoter Score - https://hbr.org/2003/12/the-one-number-you-need-to-growEpisode HighlightsThe problem with isolation and independence when working remotelyWhy businesses need better staff feedbackThe relationship between company culture and the emotional state of employeesThe Net Emotional IndexTM (NEI) is a single number between -100 and +100 that tells you how happy – or unhappy – your people truly areHow businesses can improve both culture and bottom line by tracking the NEI over timeOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the only software suite for the Net Emotional IndexTMhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Having crossed the loss of 500,000 Americans on February 22, 2021 the entire country started taking time to mourn. Grief is difficult. It's at the core of our human condition and that we eventually lose someone. It is also very closely tied to love. The deeper we loved the person we lost, the deeper the grief.Episode ResourcesSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline – 1-800-662-HELP (4357)Grief Counselinghttps://www.betterhelp.com/https://www.talkspace.com/Episode HighlightsGrief can be a surprise and can show up without warningEmpathy at the workplace is critical when so many people are grieving at the same timeGuided MeditationOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the leader of leveraging the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Hosts Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross discuss the cultural logic behind our need for happiness. Focusing on western emphasis of the “pursuit of happiness,” they explore the inner workings of how we naturally tend to process emotions and give tips how to do so in a healthier, proactive way.Episode HighlightsWesternized ideals and falsehoods of happinessDopamine is the nervous system's reward for happiness Understand negative emotions as a signal, not as something to avoidMindfulness can help with processing emotions in a healthy wayFigure out what makes you happy in the momentResources MentionedIngrid Fetell Lee - Designing Joy https://aestheticsofjoy.com/learn/Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the leader of leveraging the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

The feelings of every employee matter because, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), depression causes an estimated 200 million lost workdays each year at the cost of $17 billion to $44 billion to employers. Unchecked stress and feeling unhappy and unfulfilled are often the reasons employees change jobs. Episode HighlightsMost companies in the US address toxic workplace environment by adjusting policies and procedures to affect behavior, rather than digging deeper into the underlying emotions While Covid is contributing to general anxiety, corporate culture also impacts the emotional state of the workforceEmpathetic leadership demonstrates how a co-worker is valued by making sure everyone knows they are heard and not dismissed.Quantifying and measuring emotion makes corporate empathy possible.Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the leader of leveraging the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Introduction to the #FeelingsMatter Podcast - Episode 1In the very first episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast, Hosts Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross introduce you to their interest in feelings and emotions. They also provide a little background about themselves and what experience and expertise they bring to this discussion.Tina Schweiger (she, her, hers) is the CoFounder, Designer and Chief Empath of Mindful Appy. She applies her passion for user experience with scientific rigor– blending the art of design with the science of positive psychology because in life, #FeelingsMatter. Her professional goal is to create digital products and experiences that elevate the human condition. You can learn more about Tina on her LinkedIn profile.Michelle Stinson Ross (she, her, hers) is the Marketing Director and chief culture creator at Mindful Appy. As a writer and communicator #feelingsmatter to storytelling. Stories help us connect on an emotional level to each other as individual human beings and help us navigate in society. Her goal is to help tell the stories of the people impacted by the journey of mindfulness and share the ways we grow and learn together. You can learn more about Michelle on her LinkedIn profile.Episode Highlights#FeelingsMatter to job satisfaction and stressTrust is tied to emotionEveryone has emotions and bottling them up is ineffectiveMindfulness and emotional regulation are key to personal and professional growthParenting and the lizard brainOriginal podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.This episode is sponsored byMindful Appy, the leader of leveraging the Net Emotional Indexhttps://mindfulappy.com/Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiAppDon't miss a moment of the conversation, subscribe to the show on your favorite podcasting platform and sign-up for the #FeelingsMatter newsletter - https://mindfulappy.com/resources/introducing-the-feelings-matter-podcast

Coming Soon #FeelingsMatter Podcast Hosts Tina Schweiger and Michelle Stinson Ross provide you with a few hints of what is to come on the Feelings Matter Podcast.Tina Schweiger (she, her, hers) is the CoFounder, Designer and Chief Empath of Mindful Appy. You can learn more about Tina on her LinkedIn profile.Michelle Stinson Ross (she, her, hers) is the Marketing Director and chief culture creator at Mindful Appy. You can learn more about Michelle on her LinkedIn profile.Original podcast theme music by Lance Keltner. https://www.youtube.com/user/lancekeltner This episode of the #FeelingsMatter Podcast was recorded and mixed at MSR Studios in Saint Paul, MN. Copyright 2021, all rights reserved. No reproduction, excerpting, or other use without written permission.Join the conversation! Share how #FeelingsMatter to you via Facebook Messengerm.me/MindfulAppyEmojiApp