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I went to happiness school, so you don't have to. Welcome to MILIEU, a search for the life worth living, where context is queen. Because enjoying a better life requires using a better lens. I'll use my background - a career in TV and film, a global education, life coach training, and a master’s in applied positive psychology - the science of human flourishing - to debunk happiness myths, find nuance that creates a shift, and have conversations with people who ignite my path. Join me as we uncover - what’s your lens?

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    • Jul 13, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 11m AVG DURATION
    • 8 EPISODES


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    On Self-Compassion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2020 10:36


    Self-compassion is making a name for itself as a balm for our unsettling modern times. (But won't it make me lazier? Or more self-centered?) A heavyweight when it comes to wellbeing research, self-compassion has three key components, and a few misconceptions. I break them down, and point to more resources. Photo by Marcus Santos on Unsplash

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    On Self-Love with Katy Sine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2020 24:56


    Isn't self-love just self-esteem - or narcissism in nice packaging? Not so fast, friends. I sat down with Katy Sine, one of the world's first self-love researchers, to talk about this important topic, as well as some overlap we share: working in film, living in NYC, and yoga. I love this Emmy Award-winning storyteller, and you will, too!

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    The Impostor Syndrome

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2020 7:12


    You know the feeling. "They're gonna find out I'm a fake." You're not alone in this battle. The impostor syndrome can be a huge drain on your life, but it might also be a good sign. Photo by Hisu lee on Unsplash

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    Checking Your Negativity Bias

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 9:54


    Why do we remember that one bad thing someone said about us, but not all the great compliments we've received? And why does the news always report bad stuff? The answer lies in thousands of years of evolution.episode photo: Elijah O'Donnell on Unsplash

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    Past FOMO and JOMO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2020 8:09


    FOMO, meet JOMO. JOMO, meet ???? The "fear of missing out" has a new counterpart. But is it worth its salt? episode photo by Raychan on Unsplash

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    Goldenair Breathwork's Chris Keener on Expansion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 22:03


    My middlest brother Chris Keener graces us today with his path to an expansive life. Founder of Goldenair Breathwork, Chris has survived fire and flood, and traveled the world in search of adventure and connection. To know this man is to love him!

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    On Integrity

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2020 7:01


    "This pizza has no integrity." What the heck would that even mean?! Integrity is probably not what you think it is. It might not even be a good thing.episode photo by Wesual Click on Unsplash

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    Introducing MILIEU

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2020 1:17


    Welcome to MILIEU, a new podcast that illuminates how our lenses impact our wellbeing. I've been on a long search for the life worth living - even going so far as to get a master's degree in the science of happiness. Each episode, I'll explore a different ingredient for the good life - sometimes alongside a friend or teacher. Join me on my exploration of the contexts that create extraordinary lives. www.milieu.showInstagram: @milieu.showTwitter: @pospsychology

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