Polly Campbell, Simply Said

The hustle mindset says “do more,” but more productivity, better decision-making and real creativity? That happens when we slow down. In this episode, Polly explores how short breaks and quiet moments can boost your focus, spark new ideas, and support your mental well-being—no vacation required. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy, join the Simply Said community at pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we chat with Deborah Mallow—motivational speaker, coach, and author of 6 Steps To Fewer Days That Suck. Her message? Revision is a decision. We can shift thoughts, emotions, and habits to create a more joyful, purpose-driven life. Deborah shares why we often get stuck in fear and negative patterns—and how to break free with simple, daily decisions. From her early days in textile design to becoming a top biotech sales rep, Deborah proves transformation is possible at any stage. Through her Positive Energy Club and coaching, she offers tools to build confidence, ditch non-productive habits, and find the sunshine—even on tough days. Find Deborah at https://thedailydecisions.com/ Tune in for mindset shifts, motivation, and practical steps toward a lighter, happier life. For more on how to live well, do good, and be happy, join the Simply Said community at: https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you living on autopilot, or are you living on purpose? In this episode of Simply Said, we're exploring what it really means to live intentionally—and why it matters more than ever. Polly unpacks how aligning your daily choices with your core values and long-term goals can lead to greater happiness, health, and resilience. Drawing on research by psychologists Richard Ryan and Edward Deci, we look at how intentional living helps fulfill essential human needs like autonomy, competence, and connection. Plus, we'll break down practical steps you can take to make more mindful, value-driven decisions in your everyday life. This isn't about doing more—it's about doing what matters most. Join the conversation and get more tools for living well at: pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

True friendship isn't about keeping score. But as we evolve, so do our relationships—and navigating those changes can be both meaningful and tough. Polly talks with Dr. Suzanne Degges-White about how to grow with your female friendships through every life stage. She says you don't need a ton of friends, but you need a few good ones to make life more meaningful and healthier. Good friends help us live longer healthier lives. Learn more about Dr. Suzanne Degges-White at NIU Faculty Page. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy, join the Simply Said community at pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When our habits align with our goals, everything—from our performance to our well-being—gets better. But change isn't always easy. I've had to adapt, push through doubt, and trust that I'll get things done, even when it feels uncomfortable. That's part of the process. This week, I'm sharing what I've learned from a small life experiment and the questions that helped me spot the friction and shift toward more ease and energy. Try your own experiment—tweak, adjust, and realign. Want more inspiration? Join our Simply Said community at pollycampbell.substack.com for tools, ideas, and encouragement to live well, do good, and be happy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do the changing seasons impact our energy, creativity, and emotions? In this episode, we explore how each season affects our mood and productivity—and how to work with these natural rhythms instead of against them. Spring sparks fresh ideas and motivation, summer fuels social energy and inspiration, fall encourages deep reflection and focus, and winter fosters introspection and creative breakthroughs. We'll uncover the best seasons for brainstorming, collaborating, and diving deep into creative work, according to research. By syncing with the seasons, we can optimize our creativity, well-being, and happiness year-round. How will you use the seasons to launch your best life? And a note to listeners: Simply Said will be taking a seasonal hiatus every quarter. This will give us time to develop new shows and launch exciting new projects. So, stay in touch with our newsletter at PollyCampbell.substack.com and listen to any one of the 300+ episodes already available. We'll be back in April with all new shows. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy, subscribe to the Simply Said newsletter at pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever feel overwhelmed by emotions or stuck in a mood you can't shake? Dr. Rodney Luster, a licensed therapist and founder of Inspirethought LLC, shares how getting granular with our emotions can help us manage stress, process anger, and boost joy. By learning to identify and name our full range of feelings, we can navigate life with more clarity, resilience, and gratitude. Discover practical strategies to harness your emotions for better mental health and well-being. Want to dive deeper? Check out Dr. Luster's article Decoding Emotions for Better Mental Health on his blog, More Than A Feeling, at Psychology Today. Join the Simply Said community for more insights on living well, doing good, and finding happiness at pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acceptance isn't giving up. It's not pretending everything is fine when it's not. It's the opposite of resistance—it's allowing reality to be what it is so we can respond with a clear head to make change, instead of reacting from a place of stress or denial. Simply, sure. Easy? Not always. Polly talks about how acceptance empowers us and how we can engage it in our own lives. For more on acceptance and how to live well, do good, be happy, join the Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is it possible to be calm, healthy, and even happy during a time that seems so fraught and uncertain? Yep, says resilience and burnout expert and mental health advocate Michelle E. Dickinson, and it's necessary if we want to live with mental well-being and make positive changes in our communities and workplaces. She says there will always be outside stresses, but how we respond to them determines how well we will live. In this episode, Dickinson shares practical insights on cultivating mental strength, and shifting our mindset and focus to give attention to the things that help us feel better and manage stress effectively. Polly and Michelle talk about building emotional endurance, practicing gratitude, and thriving during uncertain times whether you are facing personal struggles or global upheaval. To learn more about Michelle Dickinson's consulting, speaking, and book go to: https://michelledickinson.com. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we dive into the sneaky ways social comparison affects our well-being and holds us back from our most meaningful goals. It's easy to scroll, compare, and feel like we're falling behind—but that mindset keeps us stuck. We'll break down why comparison is so tempting, how it drains our confidence, and what to do when we catch ourselves spiraling. Expect practical strategies to shift your mindset, regain focus, and cultivate a healthier relationship with yourself. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy join the Polly Campbell, Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Outside stresses can put pressure on our marriages and friendships, but with awareness and understanding, we can offset that upset and find ways to support and enjoy each other when we are our most authentic selves. In this insightful program, we talk to couples coach Dr. Jackie Black about how to recognize what we are bringing to our relationships and learn how to navigate stressful times before they hurt the people and relationships we hold dear. For more on how to live well, do good, and be happy join the Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you caught up in frazzled, muddled, fearful thoughts? It's easy to feel worn out by all going on around us, but a clear head can ease our stress and help us be calm, creative, and more decisive. It also improves our cognition and helps us be deliberate and productive in our actions, and that is how we make good things happen. Instead of stressing out, Polly is working to cultivate more mental clarity and calm, and in today's episode, she explains why that's important, how we can create it for ourselves, and why we must. Note from Polly" Hello to our 300th Episode. Thank you for sharing Simply Said with me and navigating what it means to feel big things, hold big goals, and create meaningful lives. I believe in us and that's why I keep at it. Thanks for hanging out with me. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actress and author Walker Brandt talks about holding on to our innocence and curiosity to find our way through hardship and trauma. After a childhood of abuse and addiction Walker says she learned that when we become comfortable with not having the answer, we can make the next best move and stretch beyond our circumstances and self-imposed limitations to live a fulfilling life. Find Walker and her book Awaken – Discovering Yourself Through the Light of Your Innocence https://walkerbrandt.com For more on how to live well, do good, be happy join the Polly Campbell, Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A mistake isn't a character flaw. You haven't failed because you didn't get the job or ace the exam. You've simply gotten information --data-- that can help you improve and move on. That's the power of a growth mindset and it can help us keep going, accomplish our goals, and manage the stress and upset in our lives. And Polly says it's one of the most valuable practices in her life. Listen in to learn how you can adopt it in yours. For more on how to live well, do good, be happy join the Polly Campbell, Simply Said Community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The easiest way to get organized is to have less stuff, says organizing expert Tracy McCubbin, owner of dClutterfly. McCubbin, the author of the bestselling book Make Space for Happiness: How to Stop Attracting Clutter and Start Magnetizing the Life You Want says getting rid of the clutter first is the secret to getting organized and feeling more satisfied and less stressed. In this episode, McCubbin talks about how we can reduce clutter, while keeping the memories and mementos that add meaning to our lives. In the end, we'll feel better and have more freedom. Find Tracy McCubbin and learn more about dClutterfy at https://dclutterfly.com/ and Tracy_McCubbin join our free Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com to download McCubbin's keys to reducing clutter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hope goes beyond wanting things to be OK. It's the view that things can get better and that we have the ability to make that happen. It's an active way of living, and it helps build resilience and move you closer to your dreams and goals. Research also shows that hope improves our health, moods, and overall well-being and adds meaning to our lives. In this episode, Polly explains the power of hope and how to cultivate it. Here's hoping you'll listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jodi Wellman predicts that she has fewer than 15,454 days left. She tracks this stuff and says recognizing that our time on Earth is limited is motivating and can inspire us to use the time we have better. Life is short, so how can we come alive in the moments we have? Wellman, an executive coach and speaker, with a specialty in positive psychology is also the author of You Only Die Once: How to Make it to the End With No Regrets, shares her suggestions in this dynamic episode. By the end of this show, you'll be ready to put your ideas into action and create the life you've always wanted one small step at a time. Connect with Jodi Wellman and find her book You Only Die Once at https://fourthousandmondays.com/ And for more on how to live well, do good, be happy join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's called the Habit Replacement Loop and for Polly it's the easiest way to rejuvenate her routine by dropping dull or difficult habits for those that feel better. In this episode Polly shares how to make subtle changes to uplevel your experience in a big way and explains how adding in things we feel good about leaves little room for the things that drag us down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We cannot solve the problems facing the world right now if we are unable to communicate, in a civil and open way, with one another, especially with those who think radically differently than we do. Instead of listening with curiosity, so many turn to yelling, hostility, and anger, shutting down the conversations we should be having. But we can change that. In this show, psychologist Dr. Ben Michaelis, founder of the Decency Project and author of Your Next Big Thing: Ten Small Steps to Get Moving and Get Happy, says we can learn to communicate well about difficult things and that kind of civil discussion begins with self-awareness and tolerant actions. Listen in to learn how to better manage difficult conversations. Find Dr. Ben Michaelis at The Michaelis Group., https://www.themichaelisgroup.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some call it a legacy letter or ethical will, but Polly talks about it here as a life brand. What do you want to be known for, not when you are gone, but right now? And how can we shape and live our legacies even while we are alive? During this special episode, Polly offers questions we can reflect on to understand who we are and who we are becoming. For more on this and other ways to live well, do good, be happy, join our Polly Campbell, Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Life is full and stressful but even a few seconds of mindfulness or gratitude can help us reset and reenergize, says Denise Pyles, the author of Burn Without Burning Out. Pyles, a former nun who now works in corporate America, explains how we can integrate micro-practices into our daily lives to feel better no matter what is going on around us. For more about Denise Pyles and her book, Burn Without Burning Out go to https://denisepyles.com For more ways to live well, do good, and be happy join our free Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Disappointment and other big feelings are a part of life. When we learn to deal with them better, we can live less stressed, more compassionate, and meaningful lives. In this episode, Polly explains why it isn't wise to avoid our uncomfortable feelings, but to reflect, accept, and use our big emotions to make something better and she shares the strategies she is using to cope with disappointment. To get in touch with Polly Campbell and learn more ways to live well, do good, be happy, join the Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com To Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Hold the door, or hold your tongue," says Dr. Harry Cohen. Either act can be a way of helping others and bringing light to the world, instead of negativity and divisiveness. The psychologist and author of Be the Sun, Not the Salt, says when we consider the "heliotropic effect" and focus on nurturing, encouraging, and uplifting ourselves and others, we improve our own lives and make a positive difference in the lives of others. Through a series of practical examples and practices, Cohen talks about how we can create a positive morning ritual and adopt other habits to help ease negative feelings and uplift our moods even when the days are darker. Find Dr. Cohen, and his book Be the Sun, Not the Salt at https://bethesunnotthesalt.com For more on how to live well, do good, be happy, join the Polly Campbell, Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So much of life is a waiting game. Waiting between sending your application to getting hired, drafting a manuscript and having it published, meeting the doctor, and getting the test results can be stressful and frustrating. But, when we develop greater patience, we can discover calm, and even joy and possibility in while waiting. Research shows that patience eases stress, boosts resilience, and leads to greater life satisfaction. In this episode, we talk about the benefits and the ways to cultivate patience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reforming mean girl Christine Cooper says that with reflection and practice, we can become better communicators and forge deeper connections with friends, coworkers, and others we come in contact with. Cooper, the author of Finding Value: A Reforming Mean Girl's Guide for Creating More Meaningful Connections, says better communication and connection starts with self-reflection and then a willingness to explore and celebrate the differences in others. Everyone, she says, has a superpower. When we take time to understand what they are, people feel valued and that leads to better connection. For more about the book and Dr. Christine Cooper go to https://authorccooper.com/about-christine-cooper-author/ To connect with Polly and join our Simply Said community go to pollycampbell.substack.com or https://pollycampbell.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Polly is anxious about the upcoming elections, but there is a way to manage this stress and make a positive difference. We don't have to add to the negativity that we are hearing about, instead, we can ease it for ourselves and others. Listen to this one and keep hope alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever been stuck in default mode of doing things you think you ought to be doing instead of the things that bring well-being, health and happiness? It may be time to edit your life. Teacher and writer Dr. Elisabeth Sharp McKetta talks about the steps we can take to pare away the things that no longer enhance our experiences to make room for the things you do. Often, she says the smallest changes make the biggest difference. Start by examining your life, then editing your life, so you can enjoy it more. Connect with Dr. Elisabeth Sharp, author of Edit Your Life: A Handbook for Living With Intention in a Messy World, https://elisabethsharpmcketta.com/ For more inspiration and ideas about how to live well, do good, and be happy become a part of our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One thing is for sure, life will change. But there are things we can do to make those transitions easier, even fulfilling. We'll cover in this episode. For more about how to live well, do good, be happy join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chef Shannon Feltus from Urban Farm Foods has a "why not" attitude. "Why not give it a try?" she asks herself. With that open-minded spirit and curiosity, Feltus has shaped a career out of what she loves to do, growing food and cooking it. It started with homemade pickles and has grown into a dream business that includes her work as a personal chef, teaching others how to source, grow, and cook their own foods, and testing and creating recipes. In this episode, we talk about empowerment and creativity in the kitchen and in life. Tune in and hear about growing peas in a pot and why you will never catch Feltus eating store-bought tomatoes or yellow mustard. Connect with Shannon Feltus, chef at Urban Farm Foods, https://urbanfarmfoods.co Join Polly and the Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Popcorn brain is a term researchers use to explain the state of mind that is caused when we are constantly bombarded with information and digital interruptions. The onslaught of information causes us to pop around like popcorn kernels, from one place to the next, and that raises our stress, leads to feelings of overwhelm, and diminishes our productivity. It also makes it harder for us to focus and maintain our concentration at other times. But a few low-tech practices can help us minimize this "popcorn brain" effect and better manage our work and our stress. In this episode, Polly explains what's behind popcorn brain and how we can avoid it. To get in touch with Polly and for more on other ways to live well, do good join our Polly Campbell, Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Mary Anderson author of The Happy High Achiever: 8 Essentials To Overcome Anxiety, Manage Stress, And Energize Yourself For Success—Without Losing Your Edge says with self-compassion, balanced thoughts, and other practices we can diffuse the pressure and anxiety we feel and meet our goals while living healthier, happier lives. For more about Dr. Mary Anderson and her book, go to https://maryandersonphd.com/books-the-happy-high-achiever/ For more practices and ideas about how to live well, do good, be happy join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's not just the fiery leaves, but the cooler temperatures, mental clarity, and the temporary shift into a new season that can have striking benefits for our well-being. It's also a great time to reevaluate your goals. We talk about it all in this episode. For more about how to live well, do good, be happy, join Polly and our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to boost your productivity and ease the stress that leads to overwhelm and irritability? Stop the multitasking and try this counterintuitive approach instead. For more about how to live well, do good, and be happy, join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cameron Hughes is the guy who dances in the aisles, tosses t-shirts to the crowd, and laughs with spectators. He considers himself a professional spark plug to get people fired up and having fun, not only at sporting events around the globe but also in life. It's about sharing a smile, connecting to the good energy of others, and responding in a way that inspires good feelings. But before bringing the energy, Hughes takes time to visualize the arena and the crowds and the connection he builds, and that gets him fired up. Sharing that gift with others to make it about them. We can all be this kind of spark for the people we encounter in our lives, Hughes says, but first, we have to acknowledge the spark in ourselves and invite people in. You can learn more about Cameron Hughes at https://www.cameronhughes.tv/. Join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling a little blah after a long weekend, or blue after a vacation? Maybe even tired, unmotivated, even achy? This phenomenon is called post-vacation depression and it's a real thing that many people--Polly included-- experience. Today we talk about why and how we can make reentry easier after our time away. For more on how to handle the post-vacation blues and other ways we can live well, do good, be happy, please join the Polly Campbell, Simply Said Community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you developing a money mindset that will help you live authentically, with passion, purpose, and stability? According to author and attorney Chrissy Grigoropoulos, you can start making small changes to change your financial future through a series of simple steps. It all begins with understanding your current relationship with money. Listen in as the Ladyshark herself and author of LADYSHARK: How to Become a Millionaire in Your 30s tells you how to empower your money mindset. Find Chrissy at https://www.instagram.com/chrissygofficial/ And join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com for more ways to live well, do good, and be happy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our discussion of The Big 5 Personality Traits ends today with a focus on Neuroticism. Yep, like the other foundations of personality, we all have some degree of this too. Neuroticism shows up as anxiousness, worry, and moodiness. Those who are low in this trait, tend to be emotionally resilient and empathetic. In this episode, we cover some ways you can manage your neurotic tendencies to live a happier life. For more on The Big 5 Personality Trains and other practical ways to live a healthier life, become part of our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com and keep the discussion going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As human beings we are wired to experience high-arousal emotions, stress, anger, love, fear--in fact stress is part of living an engaged and meaningful life--and it doesn't have to be a detriment if we learn to interpret the signals differently. In this engaging episode, Dr. Rebecca Heiss talks about how stress is here to serve us and when we identify the signals from our body and reframe them as n this engaging discussion with Dr. Rebecca Heiss we talk about how to reinterpret those our bodies signals to get excited, curious and empowered in our lives in a way that moves us closer to the thing we want. It's not about calming down it's about managing our emotions to shift in the moments of intense emotion. Pressure and stress can be a call to action to take charge and direct our energy into something positive. Listen to this episode and then join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Dr. Heiss is the a speaker and author of Instinct: Re-wire your brain with science-backed solutions to increase productivity and achieve success. Find her at RebeccaHeiss.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our discussion of The Big 5 Personality Traits continues with a focus on Agreeableness. Those high on the agreeable scale tend to be cooperative, and collaborative. They look to diffuse--or even avoid conflict. The upside is highly agreeable people are supportive colleagues and friends. The downside, they might have to work a little harder to take care of themselves, hold boundaries, and be assertive when necessary. In this episode, we cover some ways you can manage your agreeable tendencies as part of our continuing discussion of the Big 5. Remember, we are all wired with some degree of these traits to begin with, but we can nurture and improve on others. This is all part of being human. For more on The Big 5 Personality Trains and other practical ways to live a healthier life, become part of our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com and keep the discussion going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is plenty to be angry about and feeling that big emotion isn't necessarily a bad thing. Anger can give us information, offer a warning, and help us to understand and process our pain --if we learn how to experience and express it healthily, says Bronwyn Schweigerdt, psychotherapist, anger expert and the host of the Angry at the Right Things Podcast. To learn more about Bronwyn Schweigerdt find her on LinkedIn. And for more on practical ways to live well, do good, and be happy join our Polly Campbell, Simply Said community at htps://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our discussion of The Big 5 Personality Traits continues with a focus on Extroversion. This trait is a powerful one. With it comes the ability to collaborate and lead. If you are talkative, and someone who is comfortable sharing your insights and opinions and feels energized around others, you may be higher in extroversion. In this episode, we cover some ways you can develop or dial back your extroverted nature to establish strong relationships with others without feeling burned out. For more on The Big 5 Personality Traits and other practical ways to live well, do good, and be happy, please join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com and keep the discussion going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting older offers opportunities we could never have without the experience and changing perspectives that come with age, but to live well in our later years we've got to embrace life and appreciate the richness it offers. Aging is not a goal, it's a process, says psychologist and retirement coach Dr. Mary Flett. How do you want to feel as you get older? What do you want to do? What makes an ideal day? Deciding how you want to show up for your family, your community, and yourself in the later years is an important part of living well. Start with a conversation. Begin collaborating with people of different ages about what they want their aging process to look like. And begin to answer that question for yourself so you can create the life experience you want no matter your age. For more on other ways to live well, do good, be happy join our Polly Campbell Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com. Go to DrMaryFlett.com to work with her or sign up for her workshops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our discussion of The Big 5 Personality Traits continues with a focus on Conscientiousness. Are you a reliable person? Someone others count on? Do you hit your deadlines and pursue your goals? Well, then you might be high on Conscientiousness, the skill employers say they want more than any other in the people they hire. In this episode, we cover some ways you can develop your conscientiousness and be more dependable, but remember, we are all wired with some of this to begin with. The rest we can nurture. For more on The Big 5 Personality Trains and other practical ways to live a healthier life, become part of our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com and keep the discussion going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ninety-five percent of the thoughts and beliefs we operate from exist below the surface of our conscious mind in our subconscious, says world-renowned hypnotherapist Victoria Gallagher. In today's show, this former stockbroker explains how hypnosis can help us release those unconscious beliefs to help us achieve our greatest desires and how we can manifest using the law of attraction. You can find Victoria Gallager, author of Practical Law of Attraction and creator behind a library of more than 1,000 self-hypnosis audio recordings and scripts at https://victoriagallagher.com Learn more and connect with Polly when you join the Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our discussion of The Big 5 Personality Traits continues today with a focus on Openness. Do you consider yourself a creative person? Are you open to new experiences? Can you manage change--even if you don't like it? Are you curious about life and learning? These are all hallmarks of openness and this quality is directly related to health and well-being. People with a higher degree of openness tend to be more flexible thinkers and able to adapt more easily to the ups and downs of life. But if you think you are on the lower end of the openness spectrum, don't worry, because in this episode we cover some ways you can adopt a more open mindset by moving out of your comfort zone every once in a while. For more on The Big 5 Personality Trains and other practical ways to live a healthier life, become part of our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com and keep the discussion going. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We don't have to be positive all the time to be happier in our lives and manifest our dreams, according to Richard Spitzer, a specialist in communications and behavioral research. But how much positivity makes a difference and what does that even mean to our lives? In today's episode, Spitzer, the author of "Discover Your Positivity Intelligence" talks about practical positivity, and how we can manage our emotions to increase our success. For more about the power of positive emotion join our Simply Said Community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about Richard Spitzer, his course, and his book at: https://www.modernpositivity.com/positivityiqabout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you worry a lot? Are you open to new experiences, and thrive in groups of people? Are you detail-oriented and open to new experiences? How you answer these questions says a lot about how you operate in the world. These behaviors are part of what researchers call the Big 5 Personality traits. They exist on a spectrum within all of us, and by understanding how they work and contribute to who we are, we can also understand ourselves better and find greater satisfaction. Over the next few weeks, we'll have shows dedicated to the Big 5 traits and how they shape who we are. For more, join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com for insight, information, and links. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Johnston says he was a successful wealth manager and a high-functioning alcoholic and gambler. But after the death of his son, and wife he stopped drinking and started working to empower others who are living with addiction and mental health issues. He wants to be present to life and better not bitter. Today he shares his story and explains how he's using technology to empower Gen Z with tools they can use to support their mental wellness and how we can also help each other. Johnston is the author of This One's For You: An inspirational journey through, addiction, death, and meaning, CEO of the startup Brightnapp, and founder of The Living Undeterred Project, which is working to change the narrative, end the stigma, and have conversations about mental health, substance abuse, and addiction to build resources and find alternative solutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you know what you must have in your relationship, job, or life to feel safe, supported, and healthy? Are you clear about what you won't allow in your life, the things you will not tolerate? What about the habits and rituals that you incorporate into your life because they make you better? These are your dealbreakers and non-negotiables. Dealbreakers are the things you cannot tolerate. If they show up in your life, you will move on or make a radical change. The non-negotiables are the things you must have to be healthy and grounded, the things you add to your day so you can feel like you. In this episode, Polly shares a couple of her dealbreakers and the little non-negotiable habits she uses to feel grounded and happy. To learn more about this and other ways to live well, do good, and be happy join our Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com. Thanks for listening. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emotional intelligence is the quality employers are seeking in new hires and the thing that draws people to us creates collaborative relationships, and helps us manage conflict and stress. Without it, it's hard to thrive in the workplace and develop the connections that make life meaningful. Emotional intelligence also contributes to our happiness and life satisfaction. Today, educator, behavior specialist, and award-winning author of It's Not How Smart You Are It's How You Are Smart explains why emotional intelligence is essential to our health, happiness, and success and how we can improve own EQ. To find Dr. Jeanne Anne Craig's books and more about her work go to: https://www.drjacraig.com/ To get in touch with Polly and read more about Emotional Intelligence and other topics join the Simply Said community at https://pollycampbell.substack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Don't make mountains out of molehills," Polly's Mom always used to say. But when you are dealing with changing schedules, work deadlines, and household responsibilities and the little things start going wrong, it can feel like everything is going wrong and the whole day is ruined. Instead, use these strategies to diffuse the stress of the moment and improve everything that comes next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices