Podcast appearances and mentions of Barbara Fredrickson

Do you have a passion that drives you? Or maybe you're looking for one? Whatever the case, it's essential to understand the difference between obsessive and harmonious passions. Drawing on the research of Dr. Robert Vallerand, we'll talk about the impact these different types of passions have on our wellbeing. Harmonious passions enhance motivation, wellbeing, and a sense of purpose, while obsessive passions can lead to rigidity, negative emotions, and burnout. We'll even try a practical check-in method from Dr. Barbara Fredrickson to help us identify and cultivate harmonious passions.  If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!  Sources and Notes: Joy Lab Program: Take the next leap in your wellbeing journey with step-by-step practices to help you build and maintain the elements of joy in your life. Full transcript here.  Please remember that this content is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide medical advice and is not a replacement for advice and treatment from a medical professional. Please consult your doctor or other qualified health professional before beginning any diet change, supplement, or lifestyle program. Please see our terms for more information. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call the NAMI HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264 available Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m., ET. OR text "HelpLine" to 62640 or email NAMI at helpline@nami.org. Visit NAMI for more. You can also call or text SAMHSA at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

Romantic love isn't all it's cracked up to be – at least that's one way positive psychologist Barbara Fredrickson puts it. Barbara's decades of research suggest that emotions outside of our narrow definition of love are just as important to our well-being. In this episode, Barbara shares what to look for when we want to broaden our experience of positive emotions, and suggests ways to build the consistent connection and care at the heart of our best relationships. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ever found yourself attracted to chaos in relationships while feeling "meh" about someone who's actually good for you? In this Valentine's Day special, Sabrina dives deep into why we often mistake drama for passion and peace for boredom. She shares personal stories, including her own journey from choosing unavailable partners to embracing healthy love, and explains the neuroscience behind why stable relationships can feel uncomfortably "boring" at first. Key Topics: Why our brains are wired to crave relationship chaos The difference between settling and choosing healthy love How to stop self-sabotaging when you meet someone stable The truth about "boring" relationships vs. toxic excitement Practical tools for embracing and trusting healthy love Featured Insights: Dr. Jack Panksepp's research on why toxic love feels exciting Dr. Stan Tatkin's work on mistaking chaos for chemistry Dr. Barbara Fredrickson's theory on building deeper relationships Actionable Tools: The Alignment & Adventure Matrix for assessing relationships Three questions to ask when feeling uneasy in healthy relationships Journaling prompts for rewiring your brain for safety Whether you're single or coupled up this Valentine's Day, this episode provides the framework you need to start receiving the secure, healthy love you deserve. MERCH IS NOW AVAILABLE! Stuck After the Podcast? Master Implementation in 8 Weeks with Sabrina's Foundation Course HERE! Do you feel like your emotions run the show and react in ways you can't control? Join the Nervous System 101: Navigating the Unknowns In Early Dating from Sabrina and Masha Kay HERE! Struggling with a breakup? Join the Make It Make Sense: Getting Through a Breakup course from Sabrina and Britt Frank HERE! Get Ad free HERE! Want to work with Sabrina? HERE! Don't forget to follow Sabrina and The Sabrina Zohar Show on Instagram and Sabrina on TikTok! Video now available on YOUTUBE! Please support our sponsors! Unlock your best skin with iRestore laser and get 25% off your Illumina Face Mask with the code SABRINA HERE! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with Lume Deodorant and get 15% off with promo code SABRINA HERE! Disclaimer: The Sabrina Zohar Show, formally known as Do The Work, is not affiliated with A.Z & associates LLC in any capacity.

Today's wisdom comes from Love 2.0 by Barbara Fredrickson.   If you're loving Heroic Wisdom Daily, be sure to subscribe to the emails at heroic.us/wisdom-daily.   And… Imagine unlocking access to the distilled wisdom form 700+ of the greatest books ever written.   That's what Heroic Premium offers: Unlimited access to every Philosopher's Note. Daily inspiration and actionable tools to optimize your energy, work, and love. Personalized coaching features to help you stay consistent and focused Upgrade to Heroic Premium →   Or, ready to go next level?   Join Heroic Elite, a 101-day training program designed to help you unlock your potential and achieve real, measurable results. Optimize your energy, work, and love with a proven system for transformation. Become the best, most Heroic version of yourself.   Join Heroic Elite →   And finally: Know someone who'd love this? Share Heroic Wisdom Daily with them, and let's grow together in 2025!   Share Heroic Wisdom Daily →

As we enter 2025, CCDI is excited to launch Season 4 of Leader Talks with Anne-Marie Pham. In the first episode of the year, we reflect on the challenges we face in diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. Positive psychologist Kimberley Wakefield joins us to share insights and tips for how to navigate 2025 with good intentions and the skills needed to take care of our mental well-being. We start our conversation by defining positive psychology and how it differs from traditional psychology.  Next, we discuss how Barbara Fredrickson's broaden-and-build theory lays a foundation for understanding the role of positive emotions, considering what changes when we begin to notice and lean into positive moments.Touching on the power of gratitude, Kimberley shares a strategy for those who do not thrive on a gratitude practice. We also discuss what can change when you identify your strengths and how you can do so.Join us for an enriching conversation about building your positivity muscle, embracing gratitude, and playing to your strengths while understanding those of your colleagues! Key Points From This Episode:Ideas to equip listeners to care for their mental health in 2025. Background on positive psychologist, Kimberley Wakefield. Positive psychology, how it differs from traditional psychology, and the negativity bias. Insight into the impact that negativity has on our brains.Barbara Fredrickson's theory on the evolutionary basis for positive emotions.What changes when we train ourselves to look for and savour positive moments. Validating concerns while implementing positive psychology. Benefits of stopping, acknowledging, and breathing. What to do if a gratitude practice does not work for you. Using the VIA Character Strengths Survey to identify your strengths in the workplace.Keys to building psychological safety in the workplace. The part every person has to play in the positive environment of your workplace.Why your approach must change and develop with your needs.Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:Kimberley WakefieldKimberley Wakefield on LinkedInVIA Character Strengths SurveyCanadian Centre for Diversity and InclusionLeader Talks with Anne-Marie Pham

Welcome to a soul-stirring episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times with your host, Chris Schembra. Set against the festive backdrop of New York City during the holiday season, this conversation is an inspiring reminder of the power of gratitude, connection, and intentional living. Joining Chris is Felipe Gómez, a world-renowned thought leader, virtuoso pianist, and keynote speaker who has captivated audiences across 33 countries with his unique blend of music and leadership insights.Felipe's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From his early days learning piano under a patient and dedicated teacher to delivering over 1,000 electrifying performances on global stages, Felipe's life is a testament to the power of passion and purpose. As a speaker, he combines ancient philosophies, modern leadership principles, and his prodigious musical talent to create experiences that resonate deeply with audiences. In this episode, Felipe and Chris unpack timeless lessons on gratitude, love, learning, and leadership, offering listeners a playbook for transformational living.Chris kicks off the episode with his signature warmth, reminding us all of the magic of small moments and the power of shared experiences. Felipe's reflections on his first piano teacher, Clara Lucia Sanchez, lay the foundation for a conversation that seamlessly weaves personal stories with actionable insights. Together, Chris and Felipe explore themes like the tension and release of life, the science of gratitude, and the profound impact of small, intentional choices.Felipe's philosophy is rooted in Aristotle's golden mean—the balance between excess and deficiency—and he brings this ancient wisdom to life with practical examples and heartfelt anecdotes. He also highlights the transformative power of listening, encouraging leaders to embrace questions like “Tell me more” and “How can I help?” to build trust, empathy, and connection. Throughout the episode, Felipe and Chris demonstrate how gratitude, music, and human connection can serve as antidotes to a world often consumed by division and distraction.As they close out the conversation, Chris and Felipe share their vision for a live event series that combines their passions—food, music, and leadership—to inspire and unite communities. This episode is a masterclass in finding beauty in the everyday, cultivating resilience, and making the choice to live with gratitude and purpose. What You'll Learn in This Episode:Felipe reflects on the life-changing impact of his first piano teacher and how her dedication inspired his lifelong love of music.Chris and Felipe explore the golden mean, Aristotle's philosophy of balance, and how it applies to modern leadership and life.The importance of listening as a leadership skill is unpacked, with Felipe urging listeners to ask powerful questions like “Tell me more.”Chris shares the science of gratitude, detailing how it improves physical health, mental resilience, and overall happiness.Felipe draws a parallel between life and music, emphasizing the rhythm of tension and release as essential for growth and harmony.Together, they discuss how small, daily choices to learn, love, and explore can lead to a more meaningful and joyful life. Notable Quotes:"Gratitude is the bridge between where we are and where we want to be." – Chris Schembra"We are designed to learn, to explore, and to love—every day is a chance to do all three." – Felipe Gómez"The most profound moments of joy come when we serve others, not ourselves." – Felipe Gómez"Ingratitude is the seed of all wickedness—it's time we turn it into gratitude and growth." – Chris Schembra"Listening is an act of love, and it opens the door to empathy, understanding, and trust." – Felipe Gómez"Tension is part of life, but release is where growth happens. Don't dwell in the tension." – Chris Schembra"Love, in its truest form, is the ultimate virtue—it has no limits, only power to transform." – Felipe Gómez"If you want to live a life of gratitude, don't wait for the big moments. Start with the small ones." – Chris Schembra"In every conversation, the most important thing isn't what's said—it's what remains unsaid." – Felipe Gómez"Virtue is found in the balance—between excess and deficiency lies the path to greatness." – Felipe Gómez"The greatest civilizations crumbled when gratitude disappeared. Let's not repeat history." – Chris Schembra"To become virtuous, you have to act virtuously. Justice requires acts of justice, love requires acts of love." – Felipe Gómez"Gratitude is more than a feeling—it's a tool for healing, hope, and humanity." – Chris Schembra"Ask two questions every day: 'Tell me more' and 'How can I help?' These will change your life." – Felipe Gómez"You don't need permission or privilege to make the choice to learn, explore, and love. It's yours to claim every day." – Chris Schembra Actionable Takeaways:Gratitude fuels growth: It fosters healing, connection, and personal transformation.The power of small choices: Everyday acts of learning, exploring, and loving lead to a meaningful life.Listen to lead: Effective listening builds trust, empathy, and innovation in leadership and life.Tension and release: Life's challenges are part of a rhythm—embrace the tension and find moments of release to thrive. ABOUT OUR GUEST:Felipe Gómez is a globally renowned speaker, virtuoso pianist, and thought leader whose work bridges the worlds of music, leadership, and personal transformation. With over 1,000 captivating performances delivered in 33 countries and 111 cities, Felipe has earned standing ovations from audiences around the world. His unique ability to blend classical music with practical leadership insights makes him one of the most sought-after keynote speakers today.Felipe's success is built on his extensive experience as an entrepreneur, business leader, and artist. He has delivered his message at some of the world's most prestigious management and leadership forums, including the Global Peter Drucker Forum, the Oslo Business Forum, and the World Business Forum in New York, Madrid, Milan, and Sydney.In his keynote presentations, Felipe uses a grand piano on stage to create a deeply interactive and transformative experience. Through music, he teaches profound lessons on leadership, trust, innovation, and teamwork, inspiring individuals and organizations to achieve greatness. His philosophy is rooted in the teachings of Aristotle and the concept of the “golden mean,” which he applies to modern challenges in life and business.Felipe is also a celebrated author. His best-selling book, Attitude-E, offers practical frameworks for living with an entrepreneurial mindset, while his upcoming release, Virtuoso, explores the art of living and leading with excellence. Felipe hosts Pensando en Voz Alta, a weekly interview program where he engages with global leaders on topics of creativity, resilience, and transformation.Born in Colombia, Felipe holds an MBA from the International Institute for Management Development (IMD) in Switzerland, where he also completed a program on Leading Digital Business Transformation. He combines his global perspective with the sensibility of an artist, delivering a message that resonates across cultures and industries.Whether he's inspiring corporate executives, performing on stage, or engaging with audiences through his 42-Day Listening Challenge, Felipe's mission is clear: to help people orchestrate transformational change in their personal and professional lives. Connect with Felipe Gómez:Website: Learn more about Felipe's work and upcoming events.Felipe GomezLinkedIn: Connect with Felipe on LinkedIn. ABOUT OUR HOST:Chris Schembra is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Gratitude Through Hard Times and Gratitude and Pasta. USA Today calls him their "Gratitude Guru", he's a Founding Member of Rolling Stone Magazine's Culture Council, and he sits on the Executive Board at Fast Company Magazine.He is the Founder and Chief Question Asker of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ — an evidence-based framework used to strengthen client and team relationships in profound ways. He's used the principles of gratitude to spark thousands of relationships within the workplace. FOLLOW CHRIS:**WEBSITE |INSTAGRAM |LINKEDIN |BOOKS** RESOURCES MENTIONED:Felipe's 42-Day Listening Program: Subscribe for a daily dose of classical music and reflection.Chris Schembra's Book: Gratitude Through Hard Times: Finding Positive Benefits Through Our Darkest Hour.Adam Grant's Book: Give and Take: Why Helping Others Drives Our Success.Barbara Fredrickson's Research: Learn about the broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions.

Sponsor: U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs Biorepository Brain Bank Today's episode of PTSD and Beyond is proudly sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Biorepository Brain Bank, dedicated to advancing research on brain disorders that impact Veterans. The VABBB is seeking participants both with and without neurological conditions. Your involvement can lead to important breakthroughs and support life-changing research. Visit www.research.va.gov/programs and click on VA Biorepository Brain Bank In today's PTSD and Beyond Podcast episode, we dive into the challenge of Finding Comfort in Chaos. Life often feels overwhelming, and chaos can stir up discomfort that we can't ignore. But even within the most chaotic moments, we can find peace and comfort. In this episode, Dr. Deb will guide us through recognizing discomfort, separating ourselves from chaos, and learning to create small moments of calm and connection. Through Dr. Barbara Fredrickson's research, we'll also explore how positive emotions help us heal and find balance, even in the most difficult circumstances. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by life's storms, this episode is for you. Key Topics: Recognizing discomfort: Understanding what brings chaos and how to identify it Separating from chaos: Practical tips for setting boundaries and finding peace Dr. Barbara Fredrickson's research: How positive emotions foster trauma healing The evolution of comfort in psychological research and its connection to healing Simple, actionable tips to create comfort in your daily life Key Takeaways: Discomfort often arises from external circumstances, people, or internal stress. Identifying these is the first step to creating peace. Creating comfort is a practice that involves taking moments to pause, breathe, and reconnect with what brings us peace. Dr. Fredrickson's work shows that positive emotions like gratitude and joy act as powerful tools to reverse the harmful effects of stress and trauma. Understanding comfort has evolved beyond physical needs to include emotional and psychological well-being, making it an essential part of healing. You don't have to eliminate chaos entirely—just take intentional steps to create pockets of comfort within your day. Affirmation: I choose comfort in the chaos. I create peace in my life, even in the most challenging moments. I honor my healing journey and embrace the positive emotions that help me move forward. If today's episode resonated with you, please share it with others who might benefit and subscribe, like, and leave a review. And remember, we're better together, we're stronger together, and take what resonates and GO BEYOND! In Love and Healing, Dr. Deb To connect with Dr. Deb Lindh: Website - Dr. Deb Lindh Website - PTSDandBeyond X (formerly known as Twitter) - @DebraLindh X (formerly known as Twitter) - @PTSDandBeyond Support PTSD and Beyond on Ko-Fi and Patreon!

Episode Summary: Join me and Dr. Nilesh Satguru for a deeply insightful conversation that challenges the status quo of self-development and explores the profound impact of self-mastery in today's world. About Nilesh:Dr Nilesh Satguru is a self-mastery coach and compassion expert. After over a decade of practising medicine, Nilesh now helps high performers activate their potential by mastering their emotions with compassion. His work spans 4 continents and his client list includes 7-figure serial entrepreneurs, a Hollywood production company founder and award-winning charity founders. His work has been featured by brands, including Soho House, Entrepreneur and Mindvalley. Key Takeaways: The limitations of conventional medicine and the self-development industry: Nilesh shares his personal journey of transitioning from traditional medicine to a holistic approach, highlighting the gaps in both fields and emphasizing the importance of a body-mind-spirit connection. The four stages of self-mastery: Discover the sequential path to self-mastery, beginning with finding peace in the present moment, followed by establishing a vision, aligning with your authentic self, and ultimately giving and sharing your gifts with the world. The power of the present moment: Learn why we are addicted to suffering and how returning to the present moment can break this cycle and unlock true happiness. The importance of self-compassion, especially for women: NWe explore how self-compassion is crucial for navigating these challenges and achieving self-mastery. The difference between empathy and compassion: Understand the distinct neurological pathways associated with empathy and compassion and why compassion is essential for sustainable service and impact. Self-mastery as a ripple effect: Explore how self-mastery empowers individuals to flourish and create positive change in their families, communities, and the world. Resources & References: Experts mentioned: Dr. Daniel Amen, Dr. Mark Hyman, Barbara Fredrickson, Sonia Lyubomirsky, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, Martin Seligman, Deepak Chopra, Gabor Maté Concepts: Lifestyle medicine, positive psychology, self-compassion, human flourishing, broaden-and-build theory, compassion fatigue Connect with me: Instagram: @‌higherlove_withmegan Website: http://higher-love.com Podcast Music: Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultanCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6MuMusic promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ

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Making Love and Other Non-Sexual Activities: Creating Connection in Every Relationship In episode 41 of the Human Intimacy Podcast, Dr. Kevin Skinner and MaryAnn Michaelis redefine the concept of "making love," shifting it from a purely sexual context to an intentional act of creating connection and care in all relationships. Through personal stories, client experiences, and research insights, they explore how love is a choice and an action, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, psychological safety, and intentionality.   The discussion delves into the challenges of showing love after betrayal or during conflict and highlights practical tools for fostering connection, such as attuned communication, externalizing problems, and practicing presence. They also discuss the barriers that prevent love, including fear, resentment, and lack of safety, while encouraging listeners to reflect on their ability to make love by creating a nurturing environment.   Key takeaways include the importance of tone and body language in communication, the role of self-awareness in showing up authentically, and the need for self-care and external support during difficult times. The episode concludes with an inspiring invitation to “go make love” in all its forms, from small acts of kindness to moments of deep connection. --- Resources Discussed: 1. Barbara Fredrickson's Book, Love 2.0      - Explores the concept of love as a momentary connection rather than a fixed state, emphasizing micro-moments of positivity and connection. 2. Dan Siegel's Work on Feeling “Felt”     - Focuses on how attuned communication helps individuals feel deeply understood and validated in relationships. 3. Still Face Experiment by Dr. Edward Tronick      - A study highlighting the impact of nonverbal communication and emotional attunement on connection and attachment.   4. The Intimacy Pyramid (Dr. Skinner's Version)      - A framework for understanding different levels of intimacy, starting with psychological safety and moving through emotional, verbal, intellectual, and sexual connection. 5. Brett Williams Book, You Can Be Right or You Can Be Married     - Encourages couples to focus on collaboration rather than defensiveness, offering practical advice for fostering connection. 6. Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach      - Encourages individuals to reflect on how their demeanor and actions impact relationships, posing the question, “Do you make it easy for people to love you?” 7. Eye Contact Meditation      - A couples exercise focusing on deep, intentional eye contact to foster intimacy and connection. 8. Support from Trusted Relationships      - The importance of turning to trusted friends, family, or therapists to process emotions and find words before engaging in difficult conversations with a partner. By integrating these insights and tools into your daily life, you listeners can learn to make love a choice and a practice, fostering stronger, more authentic relationships.

After nearly 32 years together, we've figured out a few things that have really helped us stay deeply connected. It's the small, intentional moments—what Barbara Fredrickson calls “positivity resonance”—that make all the difference. Whether it's a quick check-in, a shared breath, or simply being present for each other, these micromoments of connection help our love thrive.

In this insightful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with Michael J. O'Brien, founder of The BluePrint Toolset®, Inc., to explore how leaders can ignite the joy of work and foster positive cultural transformation within organizations. With over 35 years of experience coaching executives and consulting across diverse industries, Michael shares his journey from finance to becoming a leader in behavioral economics and corporate culture.Michael explains the significance of focusing on strengths through appreciative inquiry—shifting attention from solving problems to amplifying what works well. He introduces his coaching model based on five key questions that help leaders foster growth and resilience in their teams. They discuss how mindset plays a crucial role in shaping outcomes, drawing on Barbara Fredrickson's Broaden and Build Theory to highlight how positive emotions drive innovation and productivity.The conversation also touches on the parallels between leadership and parenting, emphasizing the importance of helping others grow independently. Michael reflects on the power of gratitude in overcoming adversity and building resilient teams. They discuss the negativity bias, which makes it easier to focus on problems, and how cultivating a mindset of gratitude can break this cycle, leading to greater fulfillment.The episode closes with an exploration of whether kindness is on the rise or decline, with both Chris and Michael asserting that while negativity captures our attention, acts of kindness are more prevalent than we think. This episode is packed with valuable insights for leaders and anyone looking to bring more joy, purpose, and positivity into their work and life. Key Discussion Points:From Problem Solving to Possibility Thinking:Michael's BluePrint Toolset helps leaders unlock their teams' potential through positive psychology and mindset shifts.Focus on what's working and build on that through appreciative inquiry.The Importance of Joy in Work:Instead of striving for happiness, aim for joy and flow in work. When people find joy in their work, productivity and fulfillment follow.Michael highlights that joy can be as rewarding in the workplace as it is in personal hobbies.Leadership & Parenting Parallels:Michael draws a parallel between leadership and parenting, stressing that great leaders inspire and develop others, much like a good parent fosters growth in their children.He encourages leaders to focus on the long-term development of their teams and help them see how their efforts make a difference.Gratitude & Growth in the Face of Adversity:Gratitude plays a crucial role in personal and professional growth. Adversity, if reframed positively, can lead to resilience and transformative change.Referencing research, both Michael and Chris discuss how mindset and gratitude can create an upward spiral of growth and fulfillment.Shifting from Negativity to Opportunity:The human brain has a natural bias towards negativity, but by shifting focus to positive experiences and possibilities, leaders can create a more optimistic, resilient, and productive culture. Notable Quotes:“To go from average to amazing requires appreciative inquiry. It's about focusing on what's working and finding ways to do more of it.” – Michael J. O'Brien“Joy in work leads to happiness, not the other way around.” – Michael J. O'Brien“Gratitude shifts our perspective, which shifts our beliefs, our actions, and ultimately our reality.” – Chris Schembra Action Items:Take the Blueprint Toolset® Assessment: Unlock your organization's potential and enhance your team's leadership abilities.Practice Appreciative Inquiry: Begin asking your team members about their recent successes and how you can help them grow. Implement Michael's five questions for regular one-on-one check-ins. ABOUT OUR GUEST:Michael J. O'Brien is the visionary founder of The BluePrint Toolset®, Inc., a platform that transforms intangible cultural insights into actionable strategies for organizations, leaders, and teams. With a diverse background in finance, economics, and human behavior, Michael has been guiding organizations to success for over 35 years. He has personally coached over 5,000 senior executives across six continents and co-authored ThinkBanking & Corporate Webbing — 50 Secrets to Success in the Digital Age. Michael currently resides in Houston, Texas, with his wife Angela and their dogs, Luna and Daisy.DOWNLOAD MICHAEL'S NEWEST BOOK ABOUT OUR HOST:Chris Schembra is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Gratitude Through Hard Times and Gratitude and Pasta. USA Today calls him their "Gratitude Guru", he's a Founding Member of Rolling Stone Magazine's Culture Council, and he sits on the Executive Board at Fast Company Magazine.He is the Founder and Chief Question Asker of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience™ — an evidence-based framework used to strengthen client and team relationships in profound ways. He's used the principles of gratitude to spark thousands of relationships within the workplace.FOLLOW CHRIS:**WEBSITE |INSTAGRAM |LINKEDIN |BOOKS**

What Happened to Us? Unpacking Relationship Challenges and Finding Solutions 1. Introduction and Purpose: The podcast, hosted by Kevin Skinner, focuses on individuals struggling in their relationships, exploring why relationships fail and what can be done to prevent this. 2. Dr. Skinner shares a personal story about his niece's beautiful wedding, contrasting the joy and connection of a new relationship with the fear and challenges many face in relationships today. 3. Statistics on Marriage and Divorce: In 2022, over 2 million couples married, while approximately 750,000 to 800,000 couples divorced in the United States, highlighting a significant societal issue. 4. Common Reasons for Divorce:    - Lack of Commitment (75%)    - Infidelity (60%)    - Excessive Arguing and Conflict (58%)    - Marrying Too Young (45%)    - Financial Problems (38%)    - Domestic Violence (24%) 5. Dr. Skinner Emphasizes the Importance of Developing Our Relationship Skills: Emphasizes the importance of learning relationship skills, such as communication and problem-solving, to maintain strong relationships. 6. Impact of Stories: Discusses how unresolved issues lead to negative narratives that damage relationships, such as feeling unloved or unsupported by a partner. 7. Infidelity and Turning Outward: Explores how unresolved conflicts can lead to infidelity and turning to external sources for emotional needs. 8. Repairing Relationships: Highlights the importance of addressing core issues and repairing the relationship through effective communication and understanding. 9. Creating Love: Love is described as a renewable, actionable choice rather than a fleeting emotion. Actions, such as being vulnerable and acknowledging mistakes, can foster love. 10. Barbara Fredrickson's Insights: Love is essential for well-being, akin to oxygen and food, influencing our biochemistry and DNA expression. 11. Assignment: Listeners are invited to create a relationship history timeline to identify key events and unresolved issues in their relationships. 12. Commitment and Vulnerability: Emphasizes the importance of showing commitment and being vulnerable to repair and strengthen relationships. 13. Final Thoughts and Resource: Skinner encourages listeners to seek help and use available resources, such as the "Human Intimacy" webinar series and the "Relationship Dilemma" course, to improve their relationship skills. 14. **Quote by Barbara Fredrickson**: "Love is the essential nutrient that your cells crave," emphasizing the fundamental importance of love in our lives. 15. Conclusion: Encourages listeners to actively create and nurture love in their relationships, improving personal and societal well-being. Resources Discussed: Barbara Fredrickson's book: Love 2.0 (Currently Free on Amazon) The Relationship Dilemma https://www.humanintimacy.com/course/the-relationship-dilemma-stay-or-leave The Human Intimacy Webinar Series https://www.humanintimacy.com/course/human-intimacy-free-webinar-series  

Your host, Anna, explores happiness and its intricate relationship with alcohol consumption. Drawing inspiration from the pioneering work of psychologist Barbara Fredrickson, Anna introduces a straightforward but brilliant tool, designed to give listeners a unique and quantitative measure of their own personal happiness. Anna guides listeners through an enlightening and reflective exercise, involving the creation of a two-column chart to evaluate how alcohol contributes to or detracts from ten core emotions. By scoring these emotions on a scale of one to ten and noting alcohol's role, listeners can gain a clear and objective understanding of how alcohol influences their emotional well-being.Tune in to this must-listen episode as Anna challenges the conventional belief that happiness is heavily reliant on external factors like alcohol.Here are the highlights:05:40 Alcohol is often linked to happiness, we are conditioned by society.09:35 Childhood innocence is lost as alcohol dominates adulthood.13:35 Pursuing euphoria through alcohol, leads to numbness.14:26 Alcohol can initially bring happiness, then sadness.18:29 Seeking alcohol for happiness can lead to negativity.22:39 Assessing alcohol's impact on emotions and happiness.32:49 Feeling awe and wonder, and understanding the importance of love.35:29 Check out the exercise on the website and get your discount.About the host Anna:Anna is a certified Alcohol Mindset Coach, trained by Annie Grace of This Naked Mind. Drawing on her own journey out of alcohol addiction, she now helps others explore and control their drinking. With a career spanning 25 years as a Strategist in the Advertising industry, she combines her own lived experiences, with great insight into what makes us tick and what influences us to behave the way we do. Connect with Anna:Website: thebeliefscoach.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonagheyInstagram: instagram.com/bigdrinkrethinkProduced by winteraudio.co.uk

Hi again...I've missed you. And I have a GOOD one for you today on ​The Transforming Anxiety Podcast​. Y'know when you have those days where everything just clicks? Things are going your way and you feel like some luck or magic or your benevolent angels must have a hand in ushering good things to you. Aaaand then there's the days where it feels almost comically stupid how awful things are going. You look around wondering if you're being punked because: how? How on earth can it all go so horribly wrong all at once? Yeah...that's what we're going to discuss today. The "​broaden and build​" theory (which is an official term from psychologist Barbara Fredrickson) vs. the "diminish and demolish" idea (which is a very unofficial term from my own personal experience and the observations of oh so many clients by now). And I have a few ideas on what to do if you find yourself stuck in the downward spiral of "diminish and demolish"...and it's not as tricky as you might think. Join me and let's talk about it. Give ourselves a way to find where we are when we feel stuck and lost...and a roadmap for how to get back to where we want to be. ​I'll see you there​... Full show notes are located at: www.kellyhanlinmccormick.com/podcast/262  Be sure to join my email list so you don't miss announcements, new classes, and podcast updates by visiting www.kellyhanlinmccormick.com  Submit your questions to me by CLICKING THIS LINK. You can write me a message OR you can leave me a voicemail. I can reply directly to you and may use your question or comment on a future episode of the show! Also: I just love hearing from you. Let's be in touch.

As part of a 4-part series on the Power of Compassion which we are re-releasing on The Courageous Life, yesterday we released  a beautiful conversation with Dr. James Doty and Dr. Jacinta Jiménez. Together they explored a variety of themes related to cultivating greater compassion and empathy, including the possibility of fostering cultures of care within organizations. To complement these conversations over the coming weeks I will be sharing some of the most potent practices I've come across for opening the heart, and accessing more courage and compassion. Today's practice is is the second of these and is all about building great relationships.Years ago I had the chance to meet a couple who was truly happy and deeply in love after 35 years.Sitting together I asked them what their biggest piece of advice would be for a successful, happy marriage (or relationship)?I will never forget what they shared that day. It was both simple and profound. Today's you'll hear what the couple shared with me, and how it can be applied to create thriving relationships in all domains of life, including at work. Curious to explore this topic further? Here are some conversations on the podcast we think you'll love:The Power of Compassion Pt. 1 | Barbara Fredrickson and Sharon SalzbergThe Power of Compassion Pt. 2 | James Doty and Jacinta JiménezThank you for your practice today!I look forward to continuing together next Thursday!-Joshua8 Week Compassion Cultivation Training with Joshua begins July 12th!If you are interested in a deeper more experiential dive into these insights and practices I  would encourage you to join me on July 12th, as I will be teaching an 8 week course on compassion originally created at Stanford University. Learn more by heading to practicingcourage.com/cctWant these practices delivered via text? If you are located in the U.S. text the word COURAGE to 805-430-6801 to join Joshua's text community and you'll get a text once/week with a link directly to the practice. Looking for more practice opportunities? Check out:The Practice Pass - An annual membership that gives you on-demand access to robust practice experiences including the 28-Day Practicing Courage Challenge, The 5-Day Transforming Stress Challenge and the brand NEW Creativity Challenge.Past Practicing Courage episodes in the podcast feedThe FREE Practice LibrarySupport the Show.

Today we're continuing our four-part series on the power of compassion with a deep, insightful, and moving conversation between Dr. Jacinta Jiménez and Dr. James Doty. Each episode in this series showcases a powerful duo made up of a leading researcher and practitioner who will explore themes related to compassion, courage, and living with a more open, kind, and loving stance toward the world. If you happened to miss part one with Dr. Barbara Fredrickson and Sharon Salzberg you can go back and listen to it anytime. It's become one of the most popular conversations in the show's history and we hope you enjoy part two just as much! In today's episode: How moving from fear to love can be a powerful catalyst for wellbeing, performance, and flourishing in life and workA personal story from Jacinta about the power of having someone who sees you, and creates spaces for belongingThe research backed benefits of belonging, compassion, and kindness The argument for compassion and kindness at work and how these qualities can both fit into, and enhance, performance culturesHow qualities like compassion, empathy, and altruism can be learnedTools for practicing compassion in daily lifeLeadership practices for creating environments of careAnd more!Compassion Cultivation Training with Joshua begins July 12, 2024Intrigued at the idea of strengthening compassion, courage, and resilience? I am teaching an 8-week training originally developed at Stanford and includes evidence-based meditation techniques, interactive discussions, and lectures.For more: practicingcourage.com/cctDid you find this episode inspiring? We think you'll love these conversations too:The Power of Compassion Pt 1 | Sharon Salzberg and Barbara FredricksonUsing Neuroscience to Manifest a Kinder, Better World | James DotyInto the Magic Shop | James DotyMore about Dr. Doty:James R. Doty, M.D. is an Adjunct Professor and the Founder & Director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford University. As the Director of CCARE, he has spearheaded research projects on compassion and altruism, and their relationship to the brain. He is also an inventor, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is the NYT bestselling author of Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discovery the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart. More about Dr. Jiménez:Jacinta Jiménez, (also known as “Dr. J”) is an award-winning Stanford-trained Psychologist and Board-Certified Leadership Coach with a 20+ year career dedicated to the betterment of individuals, leaders, and top organizations in Silicon Valley and throughout the world. Sought-after for her expertise bridging the fields of psychology and leadership she regularly contributes to international news and TV outlets, including CNN/HLN, Business Insider, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company. Her book, The Burnout Fix debuted as #1 New Release on Amazon, has been recognized by Business Insider as a top book to read about burnout, and was the winner in getAbstract's prestigious 2021 International Book of the Year Reader's Choice Award.  More about Dr. J: drjacintajimenez.comSupport the Show.

Over the next four weeks on the Courageous Life podcast we will be re releasing a 4-part series on the Power of Compassion. Yesterday we began with Part One, a powerful and moving conversation with Positive Psychology Pioneer Dr. Barbara Fredrickson and world renowned meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg.To complement these conversations over the coming weeks I will be sharing some of the most potent practices I've come across for opening the heart, and accessing more courage and compassion. And if you are interested in a deeper more experiential dive into these insights and practices I  would encourage you to join me on July 12th, as I will be teaching an 8 week course on cultivating compassion. Learn more by heading to practicingcourage.com/cctToday's practice is is the first of these and is all about finding common ground when it's hard. This may include times where we are engaged in heated conversations over divisive issues, or simply find ourselves in conversations where vastly different and conflicting views are present. The big questions are:When these moments arise, how can we practice with them? How might we get better at recognizing the patterns of thoughts and sensations that may be leading to separation, isolation, and othering?And when we do, how might we find common ground again as we increase our capacity to connect with others when it's difficult?These are questions with no easy answers. And yet with intentionality, and a willingness to practice there is a possibility of opening to greater empathy, civility, and compassion as we return to our shared common humanity. Today's practice will offer one way to realize this possibility in our lives, our work, and our relationships.Curious to explore this topic further? Here are some conversations on the podcast we think you'll love:Building Bridges Back to Each Other | Juliana TafurFinding Our Way Home to Belonging | Jerry ColonnaRediscovering the Art of Constructive Dialogue | Dr. Mylien DuongThank you for your practice today!I look forward to continuing together next Thursday!-JoshuaWant these practices delivered via text? If you are located in the U.S. text the word COURAGE to 805-430-6801 to join Joshua's text community and you'll get a text once/week with a link directly to the practice. Looking for more practice opportunities? Check out:The Practice Pass - An annual membership that gives you on-demand access to robust practice experiences including the 28-Day Practicing Courage Challenge, The 5-Day Transforming Stress Challenge and the brand NEW Creativity Challenge.Past Practicing Courage episodes in the podcast feedThe FREE Practice LibrarySupport the Show.

Today we're relaunching a 4-part series on the power of compassion. We originally released this series of conversations last season as we brought together some of the world's leading researchers and practitioners to take a deep dive into compassion, courage, and living with a more open and loving stance toward the world.Throughout this series you'll be exposed to some of the most intriguing findings coming out of compassion science, emotion science, psychology, and research on leadership and in organizations. Additionally, these conversations will explore the fierce and courageous forms of compassion that are often less elevated in mainstream discussions of this ancient virtue.Forms of courage and compassion that can show up when we begin addressing challenging questions like:  How we might open ourselves up and stay curious in heated conversations?How we might fight for what we care about from a place of love?What does it look like to work wisely with anger, and engage constructively across difference?How can we keep our heart open in the face of suffering and come from a place of responsiveness vs. reactivity.And how we might leverage these qualities to find balance, resilience, and courage in the face of uncertainty?In today's part one conversation you'll be exposed to the incredible work of emotion scientist Dr. Barbara Fredrickson and world renowned meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg.Highlights from the episode include:How Barb and Sharon began their work together How Sharon's deep expertise on lovingkindness and contemplative practices have influenced Barb's conception of love A new definition of love that focuses on micro-moments of connection Why love is the state where the most learning, growth, and expansion occur Practical strategies for opening the heartDetails on groundbreaking research that Barb and her team are working onSharon will offer an overview of Lovingkindness and some of her latest thinking on this ancient practiceWhy compassion is so important nowIf you are intrigued at the idea of strengthening compassion, courage, and resilience I am teaching an 8-week training which begins Friday July 12th 2024. It includes evidence-based meditation techniques, interactive discussions, and lectures as well as real-world exercises to put learning into practice.For more check out practicingcourage.com/cctMore about Barb and Sharon:Dr. Barbara Fredrickson is Kenan Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Award-winning Director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Lab at the University of North Carolina. Her research reveals how micro-moments of love and other forms of positivity nourish your health, wisdom, and longevity. One of the most highly-cited contributors to psychological science, her contributions have influenced scholars and practitioners worldwide. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, The Economist, CNN, NPR, PBS, and Oprah Magazine. Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She is one of the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over 45 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is the author of twelve books, including the NYT bestseller, Real Happiness. The book we explore themes from in today's conversation is: Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom. For more on Sharon visit www.sharonsalzberg.comThanks for listening!Support the Show.

What do you feel when you gaze up at the Milky Way, take in a beautiful sunset, stand before a mountain that seems impossibly high, or witness an extraordinary act of courage, kindness, or love?Often, it's a profound sense of awe - the overwhelming feeling we experience when we encounter something vast that transcends our understanding. In his book Awestruck,  clinician, researcher, and multi-time author, Dr. Jonah Paquette, reminds us that awe-inspiring moments are all around us.Ranging from the grand to the commonplace, its these moments that hold part of the key to living a deeply fulfilling life.Today, Jonah and I will dive into a wide ranging conversation about the life-changing potential of awe.Together we'll explore:How this powerful emotion can help alleviate some of the struggles in our daily lives, including stress, and social isolation.How awe can help us more effectively navigate polarization and division as we find the curiosity and compassion to build bridges across difference.The groundbreaking science behind awe including how it impacts our brain and nervous system. Powerful insights into the effects of awe and how it can transform life in flashbulb moments.Moving stories of people who inspire awe.Simple practices aimed at bringing more wonder, curiosity, empathy, and courage into our lives.If you want to dive deeper into the topic of Awe I  would highly encourage you to check out Jonah's book Awestruck: How Embracing Wonder Can Make You Happier, Healthier, and More Connected.  Did you find today's episode inspiring? Please share with friends!Here are other conversations we think you'll love:The Transformative Power of Humility | Dr. Daryl Van TongerenThe Key to Resilience, Growth, and Possibility | Sharon Salzberg and Dr. Barbara Fredrickson. More about Jonah:Jonah Paquette is a clinical psychologist, author, and keynote speaker specializing in the science of well-being and the promotion of emotional fitness for individuals, teams, and organizations. Jonah conducts keynote presentations with top organizations throughout the world, and teaches skills for well-being so that individuals and organizations can flourish. He is the author of four books. Prior to his career as a speaker and trainer, Jonah spent over a decade working in healthcare leadership at Kaiser Permanente. For more, please visit jonahpaquette.comSupport the show

In this episode, host Anne Mühlethaler speaks with Chris Schembra, a renowned facilitator, community builder and gratitude expert dedicated to transforming professional environments through the power of recognition, belonging and authentic connection. As the author of two bestselling books, ”Gratitude Through Hard Times” and “Gratitude and Pasta,” Chris blends heartfelt storytelling with data-driven insights to deliver impactful keynote addresses and advisory services. His expertise has led him to collaborate with industry giants such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, Dell, and the U.S. Navy, among others. Recognized as a Founding Member of Rolling Stone Magazine's Culture Council and dubbed the "Gratitude Guru" by USA Today, Chris's work has sparked over 500,000 relationships within the workplace.In their conversation, Chris shares with Anne his journey, starting with growing up by the water in South Carolina, his parents' epic parties and his devastating subsequent loss of memory due to ADHD medication.The two then talk about their love of Rome and how Chris was inspired by his own visit to host a Roman style dinner and gathering back home in New York City, for which he invented a pasta recipe. On July 15, 2015, Chris invited 15 friends into his 350-square-foot studio apartment.  Already an engaging event, magic happened when Chris asked one question of his guests that changed everything: “If you could give credit or thanks to one person in your life that you don't give enough credit or thanks to, or you've never thought to thank, who would that be?” From there, Chris' passion for fostering gratitude and meaningful conversations around the dinner table evolved into the creation of the 7:47 Gratitude Experience — so named for the time during that infamous evening that he asked his thought-provoking question. The program is an evidence-based framework designed to strengthen client and team relationships. Since 2020, his company has organised 402 virtual gratitude experiences, migrating to online during the pandemic.Chris and Anne discuss the kind of gratitude practised at Chris' events: not the self-reflective kind, but gratitude directed towards people. He was influenced to do this by the researcher Barbara Fredrickson, who proved in the broaden-and-build theory of positive emotion that gratitude has the ability to actually broaden your thought action repertoire needed for positive effect, making our brains more open for joy, contentment, play and connection. Chris' approach at 7:47 events is rooted in empathy and scientifically backed principles, prioritising creating cultures of appreciation and belonging within leading corporations worldwide.The conversation takes many twists and turns because Chris is an epic storyteller. He and Anne talk about the importance of focus to succeed in business, with Chris quoting his friend Dave who advised him that ‘focus equals growth.' Anne also asks Chris in-depth questions about his two books. Plus Chris honestly discusses some of the hardest times he's experienced, including some serious incidents of non-suicidal self-harm.Anne ends the podcast asking Chris first his signature question, then hers —  “What brings you happiness?" — which brings the two to discuss both hedonic and eudaimonic happiness.To conclude, Chris advises listeners to go out and seek opportunities and that we can go and tell our stories, along with this important message: “Do not underestimate how powerful your story is.”An inspired conversation with a heart-opening storyteller and community builder that will leave you moved. Happy listening!*** Selected links from the episodeFind more about Chris on  https://www.chrisschembra.com/747club.orgLinkedIn - Chris Schembra-https://www.linkedin.com/in/schembra/Chris' podcast Gratitude Through Hard Times - https://www.chrisschembra.com/podcastThe producer Charles Wessler - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_B._WesslerFiorello LaGuardia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiorello_La_GuardiaFiorello! the play Chris was working on in RomeTranscendental meditation David Lynch Foundation Bob RothVishen LuckyaniAyla Nova Yoga NidraJohn Levy's Influencer Dinner Series the TikTok from Hilton Head Island Susan Drum, Leader's Playlist - https://theleadersplaylistbook.com/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Above_%26_Beyond_(band)Marty Seligman's School of Positive PsychologyTranscendentalismGratitude by Above and BeyondThe Spotify playlist from Out of the Clouds guests' answers to the question: what song best represents you? Runaway Hill Hotel in the BahamasHedonistic happiness & Eudaimonic happinessLisa Besterman on Chris's podcast This episode is brought to you by AVM Consulting Struggling to connect with your audience? Feeling disconnected from your brand's purpose? Is motivating your team becoming a daunting task?AVM Consulting offers a unique blend of coaching, consulting, and storytelling services designed to help your brand connect authentically, align with your values, and inspire your team to achieve greatness.With a track record of success in working with fashion and luxury partners worldwide, AVM Consulting, led by industry expert and certified coach Anne Mühlethaler, is your trusted partner in achieving your brand's vision. Ready to transform your brand and drive meaningful change? Don't wait any longer. We like to make magic happen.FIND OUT MORE ABOUT AVM CONSULTING HERE. ***If you enjoyed this episode, click subscribe for more, and consider writing a review of the show on Apple Podcasts, we really appreciate your support and feedback. And thank you so much for listening!  For all notes and transcripts, please visit Out Of The Clouds on Simplecast - https://out-of-the-clouds.simplecast.com/   Sign up for Anne's email newsletter for more from Out of the Clouds at https://annevmuhlethaler.com.  Follow Anne and Out of the Clouds: IG: @_outoftheclouds or  @annvi  Or on Threads @annviOn Youtube @OutoftheClouds For more, you can read and subscribe to Anne's Substack, the Mettā View, her weekly dose of insights on coaching, brand development, the future of work, and storytelling, with a hint of mindfulness.

Todo el tiempo me has escuchado decir que las emociones no se clasifican como buenas o malas, no tienen una connotación moral, simplemente son.Lo que es verdad es que hay emociones que tienen la capacidad (porque esa es una de sus funciones) de ayudarnos a expandir las sensaciones placenteras, agradables, plenas. A esas, la psicología positiva les llama “emociones positivas”.Y es muy importante no fijarnos en la idea de que DEBEMOS tener emociones positivas por encima de todo, cueste lo que cueste… y eliminar las negativas. Las emociones positivas, expansivas, cuando las fomentamos conscientemente, cuando las elegimos, tienen la capacidad de expandir nuestra conciencia, cambiar nuestra percepción y darnos más herramientas para ver las cosas desde un punto de posibilidades y no de limitaciones.Hay 6 habilidades que Barbara Fredrickson propone para cultivar emociones positivas, te cuento más de ellas hoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown is such an incredible book, I couldn't contain it to one single episode. So, here's part 2 of ways we can connect better through understanding our emotions. There are a ton of resources, but mainly, if you want more from Brené Brown, visit her website at brenebrown.com. There is also a self-compassion test you can take and more resources at self-compassion.org. Related Zoo-notables include Part One of Atlas of the Heart as well as Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown, I Never Thought of It That Way by Monica Guzman, and Love 2.0 by Barbara Fredrickson. Zoo-notable is a passion project of ZooFit, where we learn to take better care of ourselves so we can take better care of the animals and the world. When we feel better, we can do better. If you like what we are doing, consider joining the ZooFit Pride on Patreon. Get more insights with bonus Big Ideas, sneak peaks at future projects, and connect with me and other like-minded ZooFitters.

Romantic love isn't all it's cracked up to be – at least that's one way positive psychologist Barbara Fredrickson puts it. Barbara's decades of research suggest that emotions outside of our narrow definition of love are just as important to our well-being. In this episode, Barbara shares what to look for when we want to broaden our experience of positive emotions, and suggests ways to build the consistent connection and care at the heart of our best relationships. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts

The podcast episode features Steve Brewer, Vice President of Operations at SSM Monroe Clinic and Hospital, discussing burnout in healthcare leadership. Insights: - Steve shared his research on burnout and insights from positive psychology on transitioning to engagement. - Recommendations were provided on leadership practices and organizational culture to support employee well-being. Key Takeaways: - Focus on positive psychology concepts like PERMA (positive emotion, engagement, relationships, meaning, accomplishments) to improve well-being. Sources/Resources: "The How of Happiness" by Sonya Lyubomirsky, https://www.amazon.com/How-Happiness-Practical-Guide-Getting/dp/0749952466/ref=monarch_sidesheet "Positivity" by Barbara Fredrickson, https://www.amazon.com/Positivity-Top-Notch-Research-Reveals-Upward/dp/0307393747/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2FMAZHPHMWQ57&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mP7J2eLVO4zOTtIviPvIaJUHH4iL6WrdyPsQFga4qoVvm-ZjRZGpsYKF9MR7oAmv7GtyG1Hcc2o_FtHfD42_PlwQNbqUG7tojmO3LD3lekTejJdw3-gWDWG8RKgnPtj8AWsPHrO0-zu3uR0fu8Yyj5sleVQ87haqKf6BZ5RIJhKbZAUYNTADxiWo_fPEAed3JkGX-RMFGbGNRhPfnyZDJOg5-ffab72sLA3HFQC9jBo.7bmQUNVQUxBdNkXZOzMZwsjlto5Gn-lnAVflQ_HEIuU&dib_tag=se&keywords=Barbara+Fredrickson&qid=1708131598&s=books&sprefix=barbara+fredrickson%2Cstripbooks%2C205&sr=1-2 UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center online course on happiness and meaning: https://www.edx.org/learn/happiness/university-of-california-berkeley-the-science-of-happiness Quotes: "As we leaders talk about things, understand where that kind of bias is going to be, how do we temper that from the beginning?" "My particular interest is probably twofold. One is a lot of personal experience, I've gone through ups and downs in my career, different challenges and peaks and valleys, so to speak. And just part of the design was on personal reflection, just taking a step back, navigating those circumstances, those dynamics for myself." MGMA Resources: MGMA Stat: mgma.com/stat Ask an Advisor: www.mgma.com/ask-an-advisor MGMA Membership: www.mgma.com/membership MGMA Advocacy: www.mgma.com/advocacy MGMA Consulting: www.mgma.com/consulting/overview Music: "Street Walk" by Paolo Pavan courtesy of Free Music Archive, CC BY-NC-SA WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Let us know if there's a topic you want us to cover or an expert you would like us to interview. Email us at dwilliams@mgma.com.

In this episode, Raj sits down with Brian Johnson who has dedicated over two decades towards studying and integrating ancient wisdom, modern science, and practical tools to help people enhance their potential.As the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation, Brian is committed to helping create a world where 51% of humanity is flourishing by 2051. As a modern philosopher and teacher, Brian has helped millions of people optimize their lives, trained 10,000+ coaches in 100+ countries, and created protocols scientifically demonstrated to drive change.Tune in to learn:Hard-won wisdom from ancient philosophy on building empowering identityMastering life's "basics" to create the foundation for living aligned to your heroic potentialSteps to override self-doubt and evolutionary programming holding you backDaily practices to tap into latent abilities towards higher aimsCrafting your own epic narrative fused with symbolic meaningIf you're looking to actualize more of your potential and lead a life of excellence grounded in ancient wisdom and modern science, don't miss this inspiring conversation. You'll come away with practical perspectives and tools to start living your heroic potential.Tools and resources mentioned in this episode:Areté: Activate Your Heroic PotentialHeroic (app by Brian's company focused on actualizing potential)Heroic Coach Certification Program (has trained 10,000+ coaches globally)Phil Stutz (Brian's coach, featured in documentary "Stutz")David Allen (author Brian interviewed)Barbara Fredrickson (scientist researching science of love)Patrick McKeown (author of "The Oxygen Advantage" on breathwork)Connect with Brian:Brian's book: Heroic.us/areteYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HeroicBrianInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroicbrianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/heroicbrianConnect with Raj:Website: http://www.rajjana.com/Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/raj_janaiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/rs/podcast/stay-grounded-with-raj-jana/id1318038490Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/22Hrw6VWfnUSI45lw8LJBPYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@raj_janaLegal Disclaimer: The information and opinions discussed in this podcast are for educational and entertainment purposes only. The host and guests are not medical or mental health professionals, and their advice should not be a substitute for seeking professional help. Any action taken based on the information presented is strictly at your own risk. The podcast host and their guests shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by information shared in this podcast. Consult your physician before making any changes to your mental health treatment or lifestyle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

**Hosts:** Amanda, Laura, Kendra **Episode Overview:**In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of authenticity in relationships, a topic that's often underestimated but crucial for personal and professional growth, especially in the medical field. **Key Topics Discussed:** 1. **Authenticity and Vulnerability:** - Discussing Brene Brown's books, "Atlas of the Heart" and "The Gifts of Imperfection," the hosts explore the connection between authenticity and vulnerability in relationships. - The discussion highlights how authenticity, though uncomfortable, is essential for meaningful connections. 2. **Understanding Love and Trust:** - Analyzing various definitions of love, including the works of emotions researcher Barbara Fredrickson. - Emphasizing the importance of nurturing relationships and the role of trust in deepening connections. 3. **Self-Love and Self-Trust:** - The significance of self-love and trusting oneself, using Brene Brown's BRAVING acronym as a guide. - Addressing the challenges physicians face in terms of self-criticism and the impact on relationships. 4. **Love, Belonging, and Worthiness:** - Exploring the innate human need for love and belonging, and the idea of worthiness independent of achievements. - Discussing the concept of belonging and the difference between fitting in and being authentic. 5. **Overcoming People Pleasing:** - The dangers of people-pleasing and its impact on genuine connections. - Understanding the importance of presenting the real version of oneself to foster true belonging and find one's tribe. 6. **Cultivating True Connection:** - The role of imperfections in creating deep connections and the need to provide a safe space for sharing vulnerabilities. - The challenge of perfectionism in medical culture and its effect on fostering belonging. 7. **Brene Brown's Three Truths of Love and Belonging:** - Discussing the uncertainties of love and belonging and the importance of self-relationship. - The irreducible need for love and belonging from infancy through adulthood. **Closing Remarks:**The hosts conclude by encouraging listeners to embrace vulnerability, trust themselves, and show up authentically in relationships. They invite listeners to join their email list at www.thewholephysician.com for more information. **End Note:**"Thank you for joining us today. Remember, you are whole, you are a gift to medicine, and the work you do matters."

How do you leverage positivity in your event teams?  Studies have shown that being more positive, more open, with more gratitude, can really help encourage your event team, and perhaps even inspire them to dig deeper to make things happen for you and your events.  In this episode, Naomi unpacks some of the research of Barbara Fredrickson, professor and author of the book Positivity. We look at the positivity ratio, coined by Barbara Fredrickson, we see that typically many people have a ratio of 2:1. However, the standard ratio is 3:1, which means that for every one negative feeling or remark, it takes 3 positive remarks or feelings to overcome its effect. This is a big deal because, in the world of meetings and events, stress is an understatement. We are constantly challenged with demanding timelines and high expectations, and if we aren't checking our mindset at every turn, there are bound to be some negative effects happening due to the pressure alone. Positivity can be the superpower that helps to combat the stress, the overwhelm, and the toxic situations that occur in these deplorable situations. And if we can spread this practice and raise the bar just a little, we could see better retention in our talent and our event professionals and their clients will once more find joy in what they do.  Links and ResourcesBarbara Fredrickson's Work on PositivityThank you so much for listening, please stay on purpose!Support the show

"As we delve into the realm of positive psychology, we uncover a wealth of evidence supporting the notion that focusing on positive moments contributes significantly to our overall well-being. Psychologically, this emphasis on positivity is linked to the broaden-and-build theory proposed by Barbara Fredrickson. According to this theory, positive emotions broaden our awareness and encourage novel and creative thinking, ultimately building resources that contribute to resilience and long-term flourishing."-Heather Alfonso, Glimmers: Cultivating Joy in Everyday MomentsHow is your glimmer hunting going? Season 14 invited us to look for glimmers of grace this holiday season. It is important to remember that glimmers are micro-moments of joy: unexpected delight and surprising visitations of beauty.  But, as we are learning, there can be blocks to our awareness of glimmers: cognitive distortions. In today's episode, we talk about:All-or-nothing thinking (often called Black-and-White thinking)Jumping to Conclusions (often called Mind Reading or Fortune Telling)Disqualifying the PositiveLabelingThis week's podcast prompt: The Stinkin' thinkin' of LABELING often is placed or projected on us by others, even loved ones. After listening to the beautiful meditation on releasing the labels, what glimmers show up?  Join the adventure:Heartlift Central on Substack. This is our new online meeting place for heartlifters worldwide. I will be posting more resources and meditative practices here.Meet me on Instagram: @janellrardonSubscribe to the weekly podcast reveal and receive extra resources and goodies.Read the Harvard Health Publishing on Cognitive DistortionsOrder Heather Alfonso's "Glimmers."Order Deb Dana's "Polyvagal Theory."Listen to Season 6, Episode 18: Tool 7, Send New Positive Messages to Your BrainListen to Season 2, Episode 9: Rewrite Your Story: Begin at the BeginningSupport the showToday's Heartlift with Janell is currently fully supported by Heartlift International, a 501(c)3 committed to making home and family the safest, most secure place on earth. Every resource developed, every podcast recorded, and every book written has one goal: To help families become stronger every day. Learn more about Heartlift International and help support this podcast with your tax-deductible donation: https://www.janellrardon.com/heartliftinternational/

Dr Emily is back - and once again proving why she is increasingly becoming the most popular person on The Imperfects.This Emisode is all about a fundamental part of Positive Psychology… the beautiful idea that OTHER PEOPLE MATTER.Now, you're probably thinking… of course other people matter, right? Seems pretty obvious. But here, Dr Emily explains what it is about ‘other people', that matters so much, and how much it relates to our never-ending search for that elusive thing we call “happiness”.To learn more about positive psychology and Christopher Peterson's work, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3t7AvnP To learn more about the impact of physical touch to build trust and corporation and to read about the NBA basketball study mentioned in the episode, follow this link: https://bit.ly/48puJ0R To learn more about Eudimonic and hedonistic happiness, and Martin Seligman's work, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3PRs88wFor Josh's recommendation, This Is Water, by David Foster Wallace, follow this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eC7xzavzEKY&t=6s For book recommendation, 'The Happiness Trap' by Russ Harris, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3tbjkl0 For book recommendation, 'The Courage To Be Disliked', by Ichiro Kishimi, Fumitake Koga, follow this link: https://bit.ly/452d8cAFor book recommendation, 'On Living', by Hospice Chaplain Kerry Egan, follow this link: https://bit.ly/3rz3tfE For book recommendation, 'Love 2.0' by Barbara Fredrickson, follow this link: https://bit.ly/48psM4BThe Imperfects is not a licensed mental health service and is not a substitute for professional mental health advice, treatment or assessment. The advice given in this episode is general in nature, but if you're struggling, please see a healthcare professional, or call lifeline on 13 11 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is a metaphor that comes out of ancient wisdom traditions of a bird. One wing of the bird represents wisdom and the other represents compassion. In order to fly the bird needs both wings. Like the bird, as people and leaders, cultivating wisdom and compassion in our lives, and in our organizations may help us to realize our potential. This metaphor serves as the centerpiece of our conversation today as Dr. Leah Weiss and Jerry Colonna dive deep into the power of compassion at work.This episode is the third installment of a 4-part series showcasing leading researchers and practitioners who are exploring themes related to compassion, courage, and living with a more open, kind, and loving stance toward the world. The first two episodes featured Sharon Salzberg and Barbara Fredrickson, as well as James Doty and Jacinta Jiménez. In this deep and inspiring conversation Leah and Jerry share: Why they have infused compassion and mindfulness so centrally in their work with leaders and organizationsWhy empathy, safety, love, and belonging may be the most important qualities for leaders to focus onThe role of suffering and a broken heart in compassionate leadershipUsing work as a crucible for realizing our potentialThe power of asking open questions, slowing down, and listening deeplyHow to navigate anger in organizationsReflections and insights on opening the heart in difficult conversationsThe importance of kinship and recognizing our shared common humanity**Please note: In this conversation Jerry and Leah share past experiences related to acute mental health issues and suicide. There is a possibility that some may find parts of this episode triggering. Please listen at your own discretion and in a caring and supportive way for you. Additionally, if you or someone you know is experiencing mental health issues, including those related to suicide please reach out for help. The International Association for Suicide Prevention is one organization that offers lots of free support, helplines, and resources globally. You can find them at https://www.iasp.info/ **More about Jerry:Jerry Colonna is the CEO, and co-founder, of Reboot.io, an executive coaching and leadership development firm whose coaches and facilitators are committed to the notion that better humans make better leaders. For nearly 20 years, he has used the knowledge gained as an investor, an executive, and a board member for more than 100 organizations to help entrepreneurs and others to lead with humanity, resilience, and equanimity. Previous to his career as a coach he was a partner with JPMorgan Partners (JPMP), the private equity arm of JP Morgan Chase. He joined JPMP from Flatiron Partners. For more on Jerry please visit reboot.ioMore about Leah:Dr. Leah Weiss is a researcher, lecturer, consultant, and author. She teaches Compassionate Leadership at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. She is a founding faculty member of Stanford's Compassion Cultivation Program. In 2019, she co-founded Skylyte, a company that specializes in using the latest neuroscience and behavior change to empower high-performing leaders and managers to prevent burnout for themselves and their teams. Leah has taught and spoken in over 75 organizations across sectors. Her work has been covered by news outlets around the world, including BBC, the New York Times, TED, the Financial Times, Harvard Business Review, and countless others. For more about Leah visit: https://leahweissphd.com/Interested in the Practicing Courage Community? Join here!Support the show

Who's Inspiring Impacts today? Ellen Drolette! Ellen Drolette is an appreciative educator and expert on early childhood education. Tune in as Ellen speaks with host Dr. Lindsey Godwin about the transformative impacts Appreciative Inquiry has on the mindsets and behaviors of early childhood teachers and students. Ellen breaks down how Appreciative Inquiry can help educators reframe and change negative behaviors and perspectives, from kids' biting habits to the dread you feel about Mondays. She emphasizes the power of using AI to dismantle and avoid negative self-fulfilling prophecies and even improve your interactions with co-teachers and parents. Ellen Drolette is a certified Appreciative Inquiry practitioner and has found innovative ways to work AI into the practices of early childhood education. She earned her certificate at Champlain College under the direction of Dr. Lindsey Godwin. Ellen brings nearly 30 years of experience to the early childhood field. Her enthusiasm and passion for working with young children and families are as enormous as her passion for working with early childhood teachers, directors, mentors, administrators, and the entire team of early childhood educators. Ellen's first book, Overcoming Teacher Burnout in Early Childhood: Strategies for Change, was published in 2018 by Redleaf Press and focuses on how early childhood professionals can battle burnout and low morale in the workplace. Episode Highlights: How Appreciative Inquiry guides her through difficult moments as an educator. Ways to integrate Appreciative Inquiry in early childhood education + examples of AI questions to ask young students. How to use Appreciative Inquiry at parent-teacher conferences. Understanding, reframing, and correcting children's behaviors, like biting, with Appreciative Inquiry. How to stop dreading Mondays. How to work more effectively with your co-teacher. Resources Mentioned: National Association for the Education of Young Children: https://www.naeyc.org The Joy of Appreciative Living by Jacqueline Bascobert Kelm: https://appreciativeliving.com/the-joy-of-appreciative-living Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dwek: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1400062756/sociapsychn0f-20  Research on Growth Mindset: https://www.mindsetworks.com/science/ A summary of Barbara Fredrickson's Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Emotions: https://positivepsychology.com/broaden-build-theory/  Summary of Self-Fulfilling Prophecy and the Pygmalion Effect: https://www.simplypsychology.org/self-fulfilling-prophecy.html Inspiring Quotes: “Once you learn about Appreciative Inquiry, you can implement it so deeply in all of the different places of your life.” “I realized in that moment, it had nothing to do with the children. It had everything to do with me and my attitude and how I was showing up for that day… That really was very impactful for me.” “If you know your co-teacher's not a morning person, don't try to engage with them in the morning, but also, recognizing what is going well with that teacher… that can go a long way... when you say that you appreciate the way someone did something, it's so powerful.” What is Appreciative Inquiry? Appreciative Inquiry, sometimes referred to as “the other AI”, is one of the best kept secrets behind meaningful and lasting change at organizations. The AI approach is strength-based, meaning it focuses on identifying and leveraging successes to solve problems, rather than focusing on trying to fix individual failures. Did this episode inspire or impact you? Want to make an impact on us? If so, SHARE this episode with a friend, leave us a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, and follow Inspiring Impacts wherever you listen to podcasts!

Today we're continuing our four-part series on the power of compassion with a deep, insightful, and moving conversation between Dr. Jacinta Jiménez and Dr. James Doty. Each episode in the series will showcase a powerful duo made up of a leading researcher and practitioner who will explore themes related to compassion, courage, and living with a more open, kind, and loving stance toward the world. If you happened to miss the first installment in the series with Barbara Fredrickson and Sharon Salzberg you can go back and listen to it now. It's become one of the most popular conversations in the show's history and we hope you enjoy this part two conversation just as much! In today's episode Jacinta and James will explore: How moving from fear to love can be a powerful catalyst for wellbeing, performance, and flourishing in life and workA personal story from Jacinta about the power of having someone who sees you, and creates spaces for belongingThe research backed benefits of belonging, compassion, and kindness The argument for compassion and kindness at work and how these qualities can both fit into, and enhance, performance culturesHow qualities like compassion, empathy, and altruism can be learnedTools for practicing compassion in daily lifeLeadership practices for creating environments of careAnd more!More about Dr. Doty:James R. Doty, M.D. is an Adjunct Professor and the Founder & Director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford University School of Medicine. As the Director of CCARE, he has spearheaded research projects on compassion and altruism, and their relationship to the brain. He is also an inventor, entrepreneur and philanthropist. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Into the Magic Shop: A Neurosurgeon's Quest to Discovery the Mysteries of the Brain and the Secrets of the Heart. Dr. Doty is also the senior editor of the Oxford Handbook of Compassion Science.More about Dr. Jiménez:Jacinta Jiménez, (also known as “Dr. J”) is an award-winning Stanford-trained Psychologist and Board-Certified Leadership Coach with a 20+ year career dedicated to the betterment of individuals, leaders, and top organizations in Silicon Valley and throughout the world. Sought-after for her expertise bridging the fields of psychology and leadership she regularly contributes to international news and TV outlets, including CNN/HLN, Business Insider, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and Fast Company. Her book, The Burnout Fix debuted as #1 New Release on Amazon, has been recognized by Business Insider as a top book to read about burnout, and was the winner in getAbstract's prestigious 2021 International Book of the Year Reader's Choice Award.  More about Dr. J: drjacintajimenez.comLearn more about the 28-Day Practicing Courage Challenge HEREDid you find this episode inspiring? We think you'll love these conversations too: The Power of Compassion Series Part 1 (of 4) with Sharon Salzberg and Barbara FredricksonDr. James Doty: Into the Magic Shop Thanks for listening!Support the show

Did you know we have a thriving instinct, just like we have a survival instinct? It can best be described by Barbara Fredrickson's research on positive emotions and the Broaden and Build Theory. Listen in to hear how positive emotions can benefit our progress and thriving as an opposite reaction to simply surviving. Sponsors: Take 22% off your first order at iHerb.com with code LIVEFREE Commission a personalized song with Songfinch and take $20 off before May 14th using code LIVEFREE Join a retreat! livefreecreative.co/retreats Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fiona Murden is a psychologist, author, podcast host & passionate idealist committed to helping people to use psychology to live a more successful and fulfilled life. She's the CEO and founder of Oka.Ltd. Today we talk all about her journey as an author of two books, Defining You and Mirror Thinking: How Role Models Make Us Human, her passion for helping people find and reach their full potential and how "work-life-balance" should be reconsidered for mothers. Fiona gives great insights on positive versus negative stress, a look inside organizational psychology and some motivation via book recommendations, listed below. Connect with Fiona on LinkedIn www.fionamurden.com Book Recs: Playing Big by Tara Mohr; Happiness Trap by Russ Harris; Transcend by Scott Barry Kaufman; Positivity by Barbara Fredrickson; Coming Alive by Phil Stutz ______________________________ Connect with our host on IG: @garrettnwood Sign-up for the kozēkozē newsletter here. Follow kozēkozē on IG: @kozekozemama Podcast Instagram for details on past guests: @kozekozepodcast Follow Garrett on TikTok: @kozekozemama GET ON THE WAITLIST FOR THE 2nd ANNUAL FULL CIRCLE FEMININE WELLNESS RETREAT If you like Garrett's voice, check out her meditations here. email garrett: garrettkusmierz@kozekoze.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kozekoze/message

In this episode, Justin and I discuss:Justin Noppe's background and expertiseThe six positive emotions that contribute to happiness: joy, gratitude, serenity, interest, pride, and excitementThe role of Stoicism in emotional mastery and mindfulnessThe benefits of journaling and self-reflection for emotional growthThe power of anticipation in experiencing happinessHow to implement Stoic principles and practices in our daily livesThe importance of resilience and adapting to life's challengesThe relationship between physical health and emotional well-beingAbout Justin NoppéJustin is an expert in leadership development, specializing in helping leaders, founders, and managers of small, successful companies navigate their way from overwhelm to a life filled with excitement and capability. With his integrative approach, Justin empowers clients to become emotionally stable, productive, and more humane with their teams, ultimately transforming them into the effortless leaders they aspire to be.In our conversation, we delve into the learnability of leadership, discuss how to lead with social anxiety and examine the value of fostering positive emotions. We also touch on essential resources for anyone looking to develop their leadership skills further. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Justin's wealth of knowledge and experience.Important Links:Justin's Website: https://thewayoftheleader.substack.com/Justin's Insight Timer Library: https://insighttimer.com/justinnoppeEnneagram: https://www.enneagraminstitute.com/The Broaden and Build Theory by Barbara Fredrickson: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3122271/

Today we're kicking off a 4-part series on the power of compassion which will feature inspiring conversations between some of the world's most renowned thought leaders, researchers and practitioners. Each episode will showcase a powerful duo who will explore themes related to compassion, courage, and living with a more open, kind, and loving stance toward the world. We hope you enjoy this first installment with Barbara Fredrickson and Sharon Salzberg.In today's episode we will explore themes from Sharon's new book Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom as well as: How Barb and Sharon began their work together How Sharon's deep expertise on lovingkindness and contemplative practices have influenced Barb's conception of love as a co created positive stateA new definition of love that focuses on micomoments of connection Why love is the state where the most learning, growth, and expansion occur and details on groundbreaking research that Barb and her team are working onSome of Barb's and Sharon's practical and research informed strategies for opening the heartSharon will offer an overview of Lovingkindness and some of her latest thinking on this ancient contemplative practiceWhy compassion and love are so important nowAnd more!Interested in Sharon's new book? Order it here: sharonsalzberg.com/reallife/More about Barb:Dr. Barbara Fredrickson is Kenan Distinguished Professor of Psychology and Award-winning Director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Lab at the University of North Carolina. Her research reveals how micro-moments of love and other forms of positivity nourish your health, wisdom, and longevity. One of the most highly-cited contributors to psychological science, Barb is best known for her broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions. Barb's scientific contributions have influenced scholars and practitioners worldwide, in disciplines ranging from business to healthcare and beyond. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, The Economist, CNN, NPR, PBS, U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, Oprah Magazine, and elsewhere. She has twice been invited to brief His Holiness the Dalai Lama on her research.More about Sharon:Sharon Salzberg is a meditation pioneer, world-renowned teacher, and New York Times bestselling author. She is one of the first to bring mindfulness and lovingkindness meditation to mainstream American culture over 45 years ago, inspiring generations of meditation teachers and wellness influencers. Sharon is co-founder of The Insight Meditation Society in Barre, MA, and the author of twelve books, including the New York Times bestseller, Real Happiness, now in its second edition, and her seminal work, Lovingkindness. Her forthcoming release, Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom, is set for release in April of 2023 from Flatiron Books. Her podcast, The Metta Hour, has amassed six million downloads and features interviews with thought leaders from the mindfulness movement and beyond. For more on Sharon visit www.sharonsalzberg.comDid you find this episode inspiring? We think you'll love these conversations too:Sharon Salzberg - Mindfulness to Heal Ourselves and the WorldDr. Jud Brewer - Is Curiosity a Superpower?Thanks for listening!Support the show

I recently re-read Barbara Fredrickson's book, Love 2.0. It's about positive psychology, and how spreading kindness and generosity increases positivity, improved vagal tone, and helps us be a light in the world. We're all trying to heal right now. We matter.

This is a conversation held at my Positively Influential live event with Pete Cohen. Pete is the host of the Future Self Podcast and one of today's most recognisable practitioners of high performance psychology and leadership. He is also well known for his expertise as resident life coach on GMTV. Let's get to know Pete better.What You'll Learn:Why most people see a future they don't wantWhy we often are not the person to be able to help those closest to us with their personal developmentHow to find a safe space for yourself to unravel the professional and the personal Should you be public about your experiences when going through tough times?What we need more of right now to be able to growAs Pete says, look for a future when you don't necessarily see one. Look at life from your perspectives and be curious about it. Because that's the best way to grow. Resources mentioned:Rob Moore, host of The Money podcast https://robmoore.com/ Love 2.0, a book by Barbara Fredrickson https://amzn.to/3IhuidT Patti Dobrowolski TED Talk: How we draw our future when faced with disruptions https://bit.ly/3YpGM94 Suzy Walker, coach and founder of Big Leap Life Ltd. and Editor-in-Chief of Psychologies Magazine http://www.suzywalker.com/ Join our FREE Positively Influential Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/positivelyinfluentialInfluential Audio www.influentialaudio.comFind Influential Audio on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/influentialaudio_/My website https://www.annaparkernaples.co.ukFind me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/annaparkernaples/Find me on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AnnaParkerNaplesCoach

Your relationship has a bigger impact on your performance than you think.   You can have all the training and preparation you need to have a great game, meeting, practice, or day, but if your relationship is off…   You can't be ON your best game.   So, how can we enhance and protect our closest relationships so we can excel in what we do?   I lean in to that question and more with relationship and behavior change expert, Rachel Llanes, on today's episode of the Coming Up Clutch with J.R.™ show.   This is one of the most powerful and practical interviews I've done this year. It's an absolute must listen if you're in a relationship or plan to be in one for the long haul. I wish I would've had this wisdom before I got married!   In this latest episode, Rachel and I talk about…   What's romantic intelligence and its impact on your performance The four steps we must take to resolve relational conflicts effectively and peacefully  Rachel's recommendation for how to be more present in your relationship   …and so much more.   If you want your relationships to add more peace, power, and performance to your life and career, then lock in to today's episode.   [00:01 - 12:16] Introducing Rachel to the show   Rachel's most embarrassing moment Rachel's background, story and professional journey   [12:17 - 18:39] Relationships and their effect on performance   Relationships are at the pinnacle of natural performance enhancers  Dr. Barbara Fredrickson's research: positive emotions (e.g. love, joy, amusement, etc.) have an impact on creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and performance (they have a medicinal impact on the body on a cellular level that allow us to bounce back from stressful events!) When our relationships are solid and sound, we're able to achieve mastery over our craft and think outside the box and grow in ways we never saw before Happy people are successful. Not the other way around. [18:40 - 24:11] What's romantic intelligence and its impact on your performance   Nothing will test you, bring out your brokenness, and expose your flaws like your romantic partner Romantic intelligence requires you to be self-aware and know what you want and expect from your partner. Ask: what do I expect from myself? Then, what do I expect from my partner? Some of us have unrealistic, untamed expectations because we grew up watching Disney movies Regarding love languages - Rachel's example: Her love language = words of affirmation; husband's love language = physical touch. If she uses words of affirmation to love her husband, she's putting the wrong fuel in his love tank. Romantic intelligence is understanding that, in part, we give the love we crave (which, in a way, is very ego-driven). Whenever Rachel defaults to loving her husband with HER love language, it's a trigger for her to communicate with his. She encourages us to do the same. Romantic intelligence is about understanding the love you crave the most, understanding the love your partner craves the most, putting the right fuel in THEIR love tank, and coaching them on how to put the right fuel in YOUR love tank   [24:12 - 25:42] The 3 “I's” of Intimacy (from Rachel's book, Lucky in Love)   Romantically intelligent people are very clear in their communication of what they want, need, and feel… I want I need I feel  A mastery of self is required to master a marriage   [25:43 - 40:47] Four steps we must take to resolve relational conflicts effectively and peacefully   If you fight right, you strengthen your relationship Rachel's H.E.A.L. Model for conflict resolution H - do your HOMEWORK (i.e. prepare yourself and the facts for the conversation) Facts (specific, measurable, and observable) are the most persuasive and the least offensive - if you anchor your argument to facts, you don't need to use force This is where our blindspots are (“our blindspots live in our beliefs”)...it challenges our brain to collect the FACTS E - EXPRESS the FACTS and your FEELINGS about them Regarding getting defensive - the moment your emotions escalate is the moment the issue gets put on the backburner (and you deal with the relationship) Your issue is Priority #2. Your relationship is Priority #1. A - ASK your partner for their perspective, and then ASK for a reasonable change L - LIFT the positive outcomes you anticipate will happen if they agree to what you ask for in the ASK step above. This plugs into your partner's intrinsic motivation (and more likely will put the issue to bed for good)   [40:48 - 47:40] Rachel's recommendation for how to be more present in your relationship   Every couple needs to find their own system for communicating things Leverage a focal point (e.g. Rachel's = picture of family in office) Develop a discipline of doing LESS (e.g. Rachel - when she's driving, she's just driving…not listening to music, podcasts, etc.). Tip: Ask, “Am I uni-tasking?”   [47:41 - 52:34] Wrapping Up Rachel's BIG domino How to connect with Rachel   KEY QUOTES “Relationships are at the pinnacle of natural performance enhancers.” - Rachel Llanes “Happy people are successful. Not the other way around.” - Rachel Llanes  “Stop putting the wrong fuel in your partner's love tank.” - Rachel Llanes “A mastery of self is required to master a marriage.” - Rachel Llanes “If you anchor your argument to facts, you don't need to use force.” - Rachel Llanes “Our blindspots live in our beliefs.” - Rachel Llanes “Motivation is the soil that discipline grows out of.” - Rachel Llanes   CONNECT WITH RACHEL Linkedin: /in/rllanes/ Website: https://thegardingroup.com Email: rachel@thegardingroup.com   CONNECT WITH J.R.  Facebook: @jamesJRreid Instagram: @jamesjrreid LinkedIn: in/jamesjrreid/ Twitter: @jamesJRreid Website: jamesreid.com For Men Only - Check out The Clutch Club™️: jamesreid.com/club   RATE & REVIEW this episode on Apple: https://jamesreid.com/review   SHARE this episode with someone who wants to be challenged, pushed, and positioned to come up clutch more often.   SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss out on any new episodes and Special Guests!   LISTEN to previous episodes on Apple, Spotify, Stitcher, Google or whatever podcast platform you prefer!

Achieving optimal results for ourselves and the organization requires engaging in authentic conversations. This involves listening that is not driven by fear, but by maximizing curiosity. And listening by curiosity motivates change, especially when it comes to receiving and processing feedback.   Best-selling author, executive coach, and keynote speaker Dr. Craig Dowden is bridging the gap between what science knows and what leaders do. In his work, he integrates evidence-based principles from the fields of positive psychology with those in leadership and organizational excellence.   In this episode, Craig discusses how authentic conversations can take place to achieve success in business. And how great leadership starts with self-leadership. While listening with curiosity, not only does this help us to understand people's inner worlds, we also learn so much about ourselves. He also shares powerful tips on receiving and processing feedback. "It's more vital than ever before to create space for listening. It's to listen to ourselves and to listen to others. To figure things out, we need everybody on board. And I'm an important part of that; that great leadership starts with self-leadership." - Craig Dowden   Listening SUPERPOWER podcast Notes:   00:26 - That instance when he first noticed the power of listening: It's the earliest stages of my life and it's what prompted me to do advanced studies in psychology.    01:57 - How soon did he pursue psychology?   03:50 - What it means to be part of the conversation: I love to get everybody's perspectives on the table. I love truly understanding where other people are coming from and unlocking the secrets to their inner world.    06:06 - Travel as a rewarding experience to immerse oneself in conversation   06:54 - Connecting individuals with organizational personalities: It's that intersection between who I am, what my values are, what my preferences are, and my personality and how that intersects within the organization.   13:25 - What authentic conversations boil down to: Many times, we throw around words, and values and wrap ourselves up like a security blanket in them. Yet, from a listening standpoint, we need to go deeper. Now that we've said these wonderfully aspirational things, what do they mean to me, to you, and together?   17:33 - Understanding how people on both ends of the listening spectrum agree on the same values but have different expectations of each other's behavior.   21:45 - What is positive leadership in connection with positive psychology?   23:30 - What Craig's book, A Time to Lead, is all about: The big idea within this book was great leadership starts with great self-leadership.   27:06 - What it means to listen to ourselves by having others listen to us: It's about listening to ourselves and listening to others; both perspectives are vital.    35:58 - Listening from a place of curiosity rather than fear: One of the benefits of turning to curiosity is that we're in the best space to learn and gain access to things that will be most vital for us to figure out what needs to happen in this situation.   38:15 - How the power of mindset [curiosity] and change in behavior can bring about change somewhere else.   40:31 - Two most powerful tips on receiving feedback   43:33 - Processing and addressing feedback received   45:26 - One surprising thing about his line of work: One of the big pieces that have come out of this and just continues to be reinforced over and over and over again is being comfortable with, 'I don't know'.   47:56 - How he sees the future of leadership: It's going to be even heavier on the humanistic and the connectivity side, and appreciating what that means and how we're going to manifest that.   49:22 - Sharing one significant insight: The idea of living our lives personally and professionally like scientists so that every day we go out and engage with our world personally and professionally. It maximizes curiosity and ensures that we take a listening approach. Key Takeaways:   "I love to get everybody's perspectives on the table; I love to truly understand where other people are coming from and unlock the secrets to their inner world." - Craig Dowden   "Not only do I have a chance to get to know someone on a deeper level…it enables me to get to know myself at a deeper level and to learn because when people share different perspectives on topics or situations, it invariably puts a mirror up to your own perspective." - Craig Dowden   "Heightening our listening so that we can see how…I may reframe my relationship with my organization, or what is truly going on here, so I can better understand. And so when you bring those two things together, that's the secret sauce for individual and collective excellence. - Craig Dowden   "The more we listen to others, the more we look to access their talents, strengths, and ideas, and the better we're all served by this." - Craig Dowden   "What are the things that we must be committed to, to master within ourselves? It's a life-long journey, so that…when we're called upon to exercise leadership, we are our best selves." - Craig Dowden   "When we've stepped back and say, “I'm going to start the conversation with curiosity and going to help maintain it.”, there are just so many benefits, and there's learning attached."- Craig Dowden   "Be mindful of throwing out feedback just because of WHO shared it with us." - Craig Dowden Quoting Douglas Stone:   "Often, when we receive feedback, our instinct is to look for what's wrong with it. Rather than asking what's wrong with this feedback, we would serve ourselves better by asking what's right about it."   "The harder the feedback for us to hear, the longer we want to sit with it and look to learn because, chances are, it's connecting into an identity piece for us." Notes / Mentions:   Do Good To Lead Well by Craig Dowden: https://craigdowden.com/the-book/ A Time to Lead by Craig Dowden: https://www.amazon.com/Time-Lead-Mastering-Master-World/dp/1637630751 Barbara Fredrickson: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Fredrickson Douglas Stone: https://www.pon.harvard.edu/faculty/douglas-stone/   Connect with Craig Dowden:   https://craigdowden.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/   Connect with Raquel Ark: https://listeningalchemy.com/  Mobile: + 491732340722 listeningsuperpower@gmail.com contact@listeningalchemy.com LinkedIn: Raquel Ark   

We're revisiting our How to Thrive series co-hosted with positive psychotherapist Marie McLeod for Mental Health Month. This series first went to air in late 2021 - almost 12 months ago - while How to Thrive, the documentary, was still in production. It is now out in the world and showing in cinemas all over the country. "When we feel a moment of hope, pride, love, serenity, gratitude, inspiration... we actually open up and quite literally. We broaden our peripheral vision and expand our brain." In the 6th episode of our new weekly podcast series "How To Thrive," co-hosts Marie and Ellen explore the fifth "beam" of the BEACON model: Optimism. To recap, the first four beams are: Belonging, Engagement, Accountability, and Compassion. They are discussed in detail in the past 4 episodes of season 11. In each episode, Marie and Ellen talk about the science behind each beam and key you in on how each of these can help you thrive as they share practical applications and real-life experiences. In this exquisitely optimistic episode, Ellen and Marie talk about: How emotions impact our brain and therefore our behaviour Are some people more wired towards optimism than others? How we can rewire our brains for a more positive disposition How our brain is hardwired to broaden, build, and perform better with positive emotions The neurological benefits of optimism and why is it important to notice the moments that give us a jolt of joy Practical tips to increase your positive vs negative emotions ratio Your quest for this week: Create a "joy jar" by putting in a list of things that can help uplift your mood. You can enlist the help of your family, friends, or co-workers in this quest. The more ideas there are, the more opportunities there are to experience and share positive moments. Resources mentioned in this episode: Marie's website - needtoseesomeone.com and resources here. Charles Richard Snyder's Hope Theory Dr. Barbara Fredrickson's Broaden-and-Build Theory of Positive Emotions Seligman's PERMA+ Model - a foundational model in positive psychology Jimmy Rees' Meanwhile in Australia Want to become a Potential Psychology Podcast VIP? You can now become a special VIP member of the Potential Psychology Podcast community with access to bonus episodes - the first of which is now ready and waiting for you. Dr Mike Rucker, co-host of our most recent podcast series on Fun and Wellbeing, and I are discussing the importance of making time for fun and positive experiences in our workplaces with tips on better email and meeting management and the kind of workplace we need to really thrive. To join as a subscriber, at the tiny little cost of AU$5.99 a month head to https://anchor.fm/potentialpsychology/subscribe. I'm looking forward to seeing you in our inner sanctum. Feedback? We want to hear from you. Email podcast@potential.com.au Want to hear more? It's all at potential.com.au/podcast Check out our Potential Psychology YouTube Channel here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/potentialpsychology/message

Today's guest is Sasha Heinz, PhD, MAPP—a developmental psychologist and life coach who is an expert in positive psychology, lasting behavioral change, and the science of getting unstuck. In her private coaching practice, she teaches clients the tools to change their lives for good. Heinz received her BA from Harvard, her PhD in development psychology from Columbia, and her master's in applied positive psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she also served as a faculty member (go Quakers!!). We discuss how attending therapy can help you with 'adulting', how to use coping skills in daily life, the myths around toxic positivity, how to improve your life using positive psychology, and misconceptions about improving your well-being. Dr. Heinz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsashaheinz/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/drsashaheinz/?hl=en) MENTIONED + https://drsashaheinz.com/ (Dr. Heinz's website) + https://mindyourmind.com/ (Mind Your Mind) + https://www.amazon.com/dp/092577622X?tag=onamzsadiekil-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=092577622X&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1LNYBGUF1RBE&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin (Caroline Miller's book ) + https://ppc.sas.upenn.edu/sites/default/files/positivepsychotherapyarticle.pdf (Positive Psychotherapy research ) + https://www.amazon.com/dp/1632868318?tag=onamzsadiekil-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=1632868318&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1LNYBGUF1RBE&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin (Lost Connections by Johann Hari ) + https://www.pursuit-of-happiness.org/history-of-happiness/barb-fredrickson/ (Barbara Fredrickson's research ) + https://www.shepersistedpodcast.com/podcast-episodes/ep98 (Episode with Whitney Goodman) SHOP GUEST RECOMMENDATIONS: https://amzn.to/3A69GOC (https://amzn.to/3A69GOC) EPISODE SPONSOR

For episode 190 of the Metta Hour, Sharon welcomes Dr. Barbara Fredrickson.Today's podcast is brought to you by BetterHelp. Click to receive 10% off your first month with your own licensed professional therapist: betterhelp.com/mettaDr. Barbara Fredrickson is a Kenan Distinguished Professor in the Department of Psychology and Neuroscience at UNC-Chapel Hill. Barbara is the director of the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Laboratory. She is an award-winning teacher and also among the most highly-cited scientists worldwide. Her books, Positivity and Love 2.0 have been translated into dozens of languages. Barbara has been President of the International Positive Psychology Association and the Society for Affective Science.In this episode, Sharon and Barbara discuss:How Barbara and Sharon first connected • The history of the study of emotions in modern psychology • Experiential states that aren't recognized as emotions • The peril of glorifying achievement • Evolutionary Psychology • The consilience of contemplative wisdom and science • The process of creating the Broaden & Build Theory • How Lovingkindness meditation (Metta) affected Barbara's work • Barbara's definition of “love” • The contagion of emotions • The collective creation of positive states • The application of Lovingkindness (Metta) • The Brahma Viharas (Four Immeasurables) • Barbara's cat Mudita • The importance of acceptance • Mindful awareness versus savoring • Barbara's book “Love 2.0” • “Short Moments, Many Times” study • The Research of Lovingkindness (Metta) meditation • What Barbara is working on nextSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

High-quality listening has a lot of power to impact challenging conversations, engagement, and burnout. And we are only at the beginning of learning about the potential of listening and what is possible. In this episode, we dive into current research and open questions.   Guy Itzchakov, an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Services at University of Haifa, shares what he is discovering empirically about listening.  His research focuses on high quality listening as an avenue for growth at  individual and organizational levels. He also studies attitude ambivalence, attitude-behavior relationships, and goal setting. Guy graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy - PhD focused in General Business Administration and Management from The Hebrew University.    In this episode, Guy shares how cultivating a climate of listening and genuinely getting interested in other people helps motivation, engagement, provides higher psychological safety that help avoid emotional exhaustion, and lowers turnover in an organization. "When you listen, you are not invisible. On the contrary, you are actually the one who sets the tone." - Guy Itzchakov    Listen IN Notes:   01:13 - What he is discovering further about listening after the last podcast recording: "The more I study listening, the more I realize how much depth this topic has, and how much there is more to discover."   04:24 - Differentiating in-person versus online listening   11:23 - Sharing studies about how speakers are affected by being listened to.   18:26 - Looking forward to the day when people discover the benefits of effective listening though experiences   20:39 - Talking about a project published recently:   Whether being listened to can reduce a speaker's loneliness when they talk about being socially rejected.   24:35 - Difference between moderate listening and high quality listening   27:51 - Manager listening versus colleague listening   32:16 - Touching on research about how to sell ideas to stakeholders   34:35 - What often happens when we wait before we reply, listen before we react   35:50 - What managers in organizations can do to support listening: "I think first is awareness of the importance of listening."   38:34 - Getting an idea of what a listening climate looks like   42:19 - How to listen in disagreements    48:53 - Talking about the concept of self-insight   50:19 - What good listening can do to disagreements: "I think it can create more harmony during the disagreement."    54:11 - How to do more effective listening   57:27 - Cultivating a listening attitude and having genuine interest in other people and in what they say Key Takeaways:   "When speakers felt listened to well, versus in the moderate level, they reported less deep loneliness." - Guy Itzchakov   "When you talk about the evidence of listening in the organization, it's the realization of how listening is important. That listening is not passive behavior. It's not just you being silent and nodding your head…It's much more." - Guy Itzchakov   "When cultivating a listening climate, it's not enough that the manager says , 'You know, I have an open door policy, you can talk to me whenever you want'. They need to show it." - Guy Itzchakov   "Listening during disagreements leads to a higher sense of connection as perceived by the speaker with the listener, more knowledge about one's attitude, self-insights, and it has downstream effects on the structure of the attitude." - Guy Itzchakov   "I don't think listening can shift an attitude during a disagreement unless under very specific circumstances. But I do believe that it can create more harmony during the disagreement." - Guy Itzchakov   "Be aware that there is a lot of supporting evidence about how active the role of the listener is in shaping the conversation and the consequences." - Guy Itzchakov   Notes/Mentions:   Evidence on Listening Training and Workplace Performance with Guy Itzchakov   Barbara Lee Fredrickson:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbara_Fredrickson   Impact Stories https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55AdBSq0BvA   Connect with Guy Itzchakov:   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/guy-itzchakov-05921060/ https://hw.haifa.ac.il/en/people/human/gitzchako   Connect with Raquel Ark: www.listeningalchemy.com Mobile: + 491732340722 contact@listeningalchemy.com LinkedIn  

Have you ever heard of the term positivity resonance before?    It turns out that when we have a positive shared experience with someone else, those 'feel good' chemicals linger on far past the interaction.    In today's episode, Coach Ashlie Walton and Detective Walton go through the most important reasons why this is vital to enhancing your life.    Check out Love 2.0 by Barbara Fredrickson to learn more.    ⩥ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⩤ https://bi3xbvVont.ly/   CLICK HERE for our best-selling products: https://amzn.to/3xaG3xw and https://rdbl.co/3DIQVUC   CLICK HERE to join our free Police, Fire, Military and Families Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/38w2e7r   Check out our website and learn more about how you can work with LEO Warriors by going to: https://www.leowarriors.com/   Like what you hear? We are honored. Drop a review and subscribe to our show.    The Tactical Living Podcast is owned by LEO Warriors, LLC. None of the content presented may be copied, repurposed or used without the owner's prior consent.   For PR, speaking requests and other networking opportunities, contact LEO Warriors:   EMAIL: ashliewalton555@gmail.com.   ADDRESS: P.O. Box 400115 Hesperia, Ca. 92340   ASHLIE'S FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement   ➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤ This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something by clicking on one of our links, we'll receive a small commission.

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another episode! This week on the podcast we discuss positive psychology in relation to micro-moments. How micro-moments affect our overall happiness, which also then affects our overall mental & physical health. We walk through some founding facts & studies by one of the pioneers of positive psychology, Barbara Fredrickson. Her theory Broaden & Build, positivity resonance, & more. It reveals how creating positive habits is beneficial more than becoming "more structured", but creating supportive behaviors relates to our happiness levels. I hope you enjoy the episode! If so, leave a review on Apple Podcasts, a rating on Spotify, and share with your friends. Thank you habit lovers! Mentions: Barbara Fredickson: https://www.pursuit-of-happiness.org Neuroplasticity & Building New Neural Pathways: https://youtu.be/1EQ3kAPzVVI Chelsea Riffe In My Non-Expert Opinion Interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7yPTuGVhgCuuo4yuPA0YVv?si=acc55c6a9be54288 OBH Ep. 16. Chelsea Riffe Interview: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bjkHzuGBfveiZDJbdxMn2?si=01fbc6bd7e8e4ec1 OBH Follow Along: @onebadhabitatatime @onebadhabitpodcast www.onebadhabitatatime.com

In this episode, Host Helen Lee continues her interview with Mia Kyricos, a globally respected thought leader in the business of wellness and brand strategy with 20+ years of experience cultivating wellness, hospitality, healthy lifestyle and travel brands across 100+ countries. As President and Founder of Kyricos & Associates LLC, a strategic advisory and referral firm, and as the world's first Chief Love Officer, Mia enables senior leaders to activate Ecosystems of Wellbeing™, advancing both brand and business objectives.  Helen and Mia talk about self love leading to the application of love in all environments, scheduling love in your life, Mia's five love lessons, her experience in business, the economy of wellness and thus love, and their shared mission to increase humanity's consciousness to include universal love. You can watch Mia's presentation at the Global Wellness Summit in 2020 on "Love as A Business Strategy" here: https://youtu.be/XclSRbd_XPM Helen will be organising Masterclasses with some of her podcast guests, possibly with follow-on courses as well. She hopes to do so with Mia and will conduct some of her own too. Stay tuned and enjoy Part 2 of this conversation with Mia!  "We all need to love and be loved. And the time has come that we allow ourselves to do so and create communities, a whole new world, that is based on love rather than fear.  And from the powerful position of love, there will be abundance for all - all human beings, all living things, everything in Existence that lives and breathes. And we can begin living this way now, some of us can lead the way and exemplify this more evolved way of being." ~ Helen Lee, Jan 18, 2012 So, kudos to Mia and others adopting love as a business strategy or bringing consciousness to commerce, as Neil Jacobs, CEO of Six Senses: Luxury Hotels, Resorts & Spas does (check out Episode 14 on "Future Of Humanity: Bringing Consciousness to Commerce - with Neil Jacobs).   KEY TAKEAWAYS Mia speaks to the concept of loving oneself to her clients and audiences. The people who are most opposed or critical of love as a business strategy are those with the least amount of love in their lives towards themselves and others. If love exists in someone's life, they would immediately or more easily recognise the worth of applying it into their business life as well. There is very little scheduling of play, joy and growth activities in the business world and these aspects of life are essential, so why not at work? When creating a schedule during tough times, make time for love. Dinners, conversations and play that builds your spirit and wellbeing.  In a Masterclass of Mia's, she advocates 5 Love Lessons. Some companies have already made love part of their business some years ago. The absence of trust makes it impossible for love to grow. You can track and measure the impact of love in your business. Positivity comes in many forms, but love is its greatest and according to Dr Barbara Fredrickson, whom Mia loves, you need to have three positive thoughts for every negative thought. Mia also feels that you can care for people you do not love, but if you genuinely love to care, the impacts are exponential. Mia has held leadership positions for public and private companies, startups and established companies. Her experience is wide and varied in overseeing health and wellness within institutions.  Helen and Mia are united in their determination to increase and expand human consciousness beyond its current limited level. Through different efforts working towards the same goal, wider understanding of the true nature of humanity can be achieved.    BEST MOMENTS ‘My message to the world is that, along with love, comes abundance of all kinds including material abundance, or wealth, and it's not about abundance for some only but about abundance for all, that's for sure.' – Helen  ‘One of the key pillars of wellbeing is really about social connection, joy, happiness and the things that you have in your life.' – Mia  ‘If you do not schedule it it does not become a habit, it does not become who you are. Some people are innately lovely humans, like you are, Helen, but for people who do not feel that or are not tied to themselves you need to look at what their habits are and find a way to plug it in.' – Mia ‘You don't have to love everybody, but if you genuinely enjoy caring for them, that impact of love is still there and it will still blossom.' – Mia ‘The end result is higher consciousness for all of humanity and a totally different world. We need a minimum of ten years to do this.' – Helen  ‘And much like you (Helen) said at the start of this podcast, which is, to legitimise the business of wellness, we need to quantify it and I helped to build organisations that did that. And now we can say that it's a 4.5 trillion dollar global economy, that is three times the size of the pharmaceutical industry.' – Mia   ABOUT THE GUEST MIA KYRICOS Most recently, Mia was SVP & Global Head of Wellbeing at Hyatt, setting a new industry standard as a leader and curator of the company's global wellbeing strategy, spanning commercial health and wellness-related products, services, events and partnerships as well as colleague wellbeing for ~130,000 associates worldwide. Prior to Hyatt, she was Chief Brand Officer of Spafinder Wellness, Inc., where she led the company's brand evolution, positioning Spafinder as an authority for wellness trends, providers and resources. Mia also served as Vice President of EXOS where she oversaw the workplace wellness division operating on the campuses of companies such as Google and Intel. Prior to EXOS, she was Director of Global Spa Brands at Starwood Hotels & Resorts where she led the creation of 6 international spa brands and managed the Starwood Spa Collection - a consortium of 60 wellness travel destinations across 26 countries. Mia has served the boards of the Global Wellness Summit, and University of California Irvine, and sits on the Advisory Boards of Cornell University, Wellness for Cancer, and the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational foundation she helped found.    ABOUT THE HOST HELEN LEE Founder & Principal Coach of Lee Heiss Coaching, Helen Lee coached thousands of clients worldwide and multinationals in Asia-Pacific in the last three decades. She created a powerful ontological coaching methodology that ignites the true greatness or invincibility in people. Thoroughly tested and honed over 20 years, this methodology consistently and rapidly produces desired results. Helen was also a journalist who later ran her own communications consultancies in Australia and Asia.The Business Times listed her in its “Who's Who of Women Shaping Singapore” while The Straits Times named her “The Leader Prodder” in a feature on Singapore's top coaches.   VALUABLE RESOURCES To become a member of the Transform and Thrive Club and benefit from monthly powerful live sessions on Zoom video calls and multimedia coaching, check out and sign up here: www.transformandthrive.club   CONTACT METHOD  www.leeheiss.com  www.facebook.com/leeheiss  www.facebook.com/transformingpeopleworldwide  www.instagram.com/helenleeheiss  enquiries@leeheiss.com

When my travel digestion woes didn't resolve, I started an elimination diet to see what could be at the root of my distress. I've got some good clues, and I'll share a few things I'm eliminating and how I'm feeling. Does chasing happiness work? We'll revisit an episode from two years back that has great relevance right now, and we'll also touch on fermented foods, which have so many potential benefits, but which I'm avoiding for the moment. Lots of steps' worth today!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information Coach Carolyn on Clubhouse: @stepstowellness wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) My Elimination Diet - New Segment! Unfunc Your Gut: A Functional Medicine Guide, Dr. Peter Kozlowski Doc Koz was on Episodes 73 and 74, and then we spoke about Elimination Diets more in Episode 75 – all are linked here.  There is a lot of detailed information about Elimination Diets in his book -- highly recommend! Ep. 73: Gut Health is Crucial for Overall Health with Doc Koz Ep. 74: Doc Koz Part 2: The Gut is the Heart of the Matter Ep. 75: Elimination Diets, My Stomach Acid Volcano + We All Could Use a Health Coach Kombucha, Kimchi and Yogurt: How Fermented Foods Could Be Harmful to Your Health, theconversation.com What You Should Know About Sugar Alcohols, clevelandclinic.org Positivity-Replay States of Positivity Include: joy, gratitude, serenity, interest, hope, pride, amusement, inspiration, awe, love Positivity, Barbara Fredrickson, PhD Prioritizing Positivity Optimizes Positive Emotions and Life Satisfaction, researchgate.net Monterey Bay Aquarium – live cams (check them all out! These 6 Simple Habits Can Help Calm Your Coronavirus Anxieties, fastcompany.com Long-Term Mental Health PTSD Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic Explained, cnbc.com Five Ways to Conquer Your Covid-19 Fears, wapo.com Barbara Fredrickson: Positive Emotions Transform Us - video FACE COVID - video A Course Correction for Positive Psychology, greatergood.berkeley.edu Reflections on Positive Emotions and Upward Spirals, Barbara Erickson, sagepub.com Positive Emotions: A Guide to Increase the Your Quality of Life, blog.cognifit.com Are You Getting Enough Positivity in Your Diet?  greatergood.berkeley.eud Fermented Foods-Replay Autoimmune Gut Repair Diet, drknews.com Could Fermented Foods Boost Your Health? webmd.com Health Benefits of Kimchi (Korean fermented vegetables) as a Probiotic Food, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed Fermented Foods for Better Gut Health, health.harvard.edu An Introduction to Probiotics, mayoclinichealthsystem.org Fermented Foods: Definitions and Characteristics, Impact on the Gut Microbiota and Effects on Gastrointestinal Health and Disease, ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed Why Fermented Foods Don't Work for Everyone, bulletproof.com Why Your Gut Health is More Important Than You Probably Think, humanlongevityfilm.com Why You Shouldn't Count On Fermented Foods Alone for Better Gut Health, wellandgood.com My Daughter's Favorite Kombucha! 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Most people would agree that happiness is one of the most salient and significant dimensions of human experience. After all, wouldn't we all like to be happy? But what exactly is happiness? And how do we get more of it? Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., has dedicated her career to studying human happiness, and on this episode of POTC, she joins Yael to answer this question and more! Join us in this episode to learn the empowering practice of cultivating your own happiness through practical, evidence-based strategies today! Listen and Learn: The evidence-based strategies Yael and Diana use to foster happiness in their livesSonja expertly breaks down what different studies are telling us about predicting and maintaining happinessSonja's goals for your happiness and how she can help you build those through evidence-based strategies and practicesThe empowering practice of cultivating your own happinessHedonic adaptation and how it fits into the scientific art of cultivating happinessPractical advice for taking charge of your own happiness right now!Fostering happiness in the presence of positive and negative memories and experiencesWhich happiness-building activities work better for specific dispositions and temperamentsThe erroneous beliefs and myths about what makes us happy or unhappy Resources: Read Sonja's books, The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want and The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, But Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, But DoesLearn more about Barbara Fredrickson  Read Danny Kahneman's study on parenting and happiness Paul Bloom's recent Atlantic piece on parenting and happinessGrab your copy of all our favorite books at bookshop.org/shop/offtheclockpsych.Check out Debbie, Diana, Yael, and Jill's websites to access their offerings, sign up for their newsletters, buy their books, and more! About Sonja Lyubomirsky: Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., is a Distinguished Professor and the Vice Chair of the Department of Psychology at the University of California where she currently runs the Positive Activities & Well-Being Lab. She earned both her A.B. in Psychology and her Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Stanford University. She has dedicated her career to studying human happiness, focusing on three main questions: 1) What makes people happy? 2) Is happiness a good thing, and 3) How and why can people learn to lead happier, more flourishing lives? Sonja has published numerous studies and made multiple media appearances exploring and discussing the answers to these questions. She has also published multiple books about happiness including The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want and her most recent work, The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, But Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, But Does. Learn more about Sonja at her website, sonjalyuobmirsky.com! Related Episodes: Episode 2. Hygge – Happiness and the Danish Art of Cozy Connection  Episode 48. Practical Wisdom with Barry SchwartzEpisode 97. The New Happiness with Matthew McKayEpisode 116. Building a Meaningful, Values-based Life with Jenna LeJeune   Episode 180. Choosing to Live Your Values with Benji SchoendorffEpisode 192. Happier with Tal Ben-ShaharEpisode 224. The Sweet Spot with Paul Bloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices