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Boost your mood and optimism with four habits that will change your life. Discover the research-backed strategies that Matt learned from happiness expert Shawn Achor. Optimism is one of the strongest predictors of career success and life satisfaction. These four habits take as little as two minutes each day and will increase your gratitude, reduce your stress, and strengthen your social connections.  Join Matt O'Neill this week and take on the 21-Day Happiness Challenge to boost both your well-being and success. Because everything gets better when you feel happier.  Here are some power takeaways from today's conversation:  Why happiness is elusive despite achievements and external factors The pursuit of happiness How negativity works and the key to true happiness The four habits to increase optimism The 21-day Happiness Challenge [06:25] Rediscovering True Happiness Within In our pursuit of happiness, we often look to external factors. We believe that achieving certain goals or possessing certain things will bring us joy. We work tirelessly to earn enough money, find a life partner, have children, and eventually retire, all in the hopes of attaining happiness. But despite all our efforts, we still find ourselves feeling unfulfilled. The truth is that happiness is not found in these external circumstances; it resides within us. If we strip away all negative thoughts and patterns, what remains is the innate happiness of our being. However, society has conditioned us to believe that happiness is contingent upon material achievements and societal milestones. We are taught to believe that if we can just reach the next level, then we will finally be happy. But time and again, we realize that these milestones only provide fleeting satisfaction. It's time to shift our perspective and realize that true happiness is not found in the pursuit of external validation, but in embracing the happiness that already exists within us. [11:04] The Key to True Happiness The power of emotions is contagious, as both negativity and positivity can spread from person to person. Our brain's mirror neurons and empathy enable us to unconsciously absorb the emotional states of others, impacting our own mood. While removing negative people from our lives isn't the solution, fostering inner positivity allows us to be a beacon of happiness amidst suffering. Putting on our happiness armor each day, we can uplift and inspire those around us, making a positive difference in the world. [22:43] The Four Habits to Increase Optimism The four habits to increase optimism discussed in the transcript are: Write down three new things you're grateful for each day. Go for a 15-minute brisk walk 4-5 times a week. Take two minutes each day to watch your breath through mindfulness meditation. Spend two minutes a day sending praise or thanks to someone new via text or email. Notable quotes: [06:41] Everything we do, we're trying to be happy. Well, then why aren't we?... because we're chasing after happiness in the wrong place. [06:52] [12:07] Negativity is contagious. And so is positivity. What are you spreading? [12:15] [13:11] Become so good at your internal happiness that your mood lifts everyone around you. [13:32] [16:42] Everything improves with happiness. [16:45] Resources Mentioned:  The Happiness Advantage is a book written by Shawn Achor You Are the Happiness You Seek by Rupert Spira Download this week's free resource instantly when you sign up for The Good Mood Show newsletter here!  Or, reach out on our contact page at GoodMoodShow.com/Contact and we will email you a copy of any free resource you request.

Welcome back, Community! Today we continue our conversation from last week about happiness. As we've discussed, happiness has to be created. It doesn't just happen. We have to make intentional choices. What does happiness look like to you? What steals your happiness? Join us as we dive deeper into this subject. Let us know if you would like our 21 Day Happiness Challenge worksheet: email Debbie at dwgodawski@gmail.com. Recommended Podcast: The Ed Mylett Show with guest Jamie Kern Lima, “THIS Will Change Your Life”. #edmylett Disclaimer: The discussions on this podcast are not intended to be medical advice. Our goal is to share information and resources we have found helpful in our quest to reach optimal health and wellness. Always check with your healthcare provider regarding any concerns you may have. We are so grateful for those 5-star ratings! This is one of the best ways to help us grow our audience and reach more people. Thank you for your questions and comments. Please continue to Like, Follow, and Share this podcast on Facebook. Your support means the world to us. Thank you! Connect with Brian on Instagram @fitfaith2fear and Facebook Connect with Debbie on Facebook, Instagram @debbiegodawski, and www.sharingthehealth.net

Hey there, Community! Thanks for listening in as we continue our discussion from last week on happiness. Last week's episode was title, “Are You Happy and Do You Know It?”. Today we discuss creating happiness. We believe that not only can happiness be created, it must be created. It doesn't just happen. We share our ongoing journeys to finding true happiness as well as some useful tools to help along the way. We invite you to join the Resurrecting the Mind, Body, and Soul 21 Day Happiness Challenge. We have created a worksheet for you to use for inspiration and motivation. We hope you find it helpful and encouraging. To request a PDF of the 21 Day Happiness Challenge worksheet, please email Debbie at dwgodawski@gmail.com (Debbie's email address at Sharing the Health). Recommended podcast: the Dhru Purohit Podcast with guest, Jon Gordon, June 5, 2023, “Could Having a Spiritual Void Drive Stress, Anxiety, and Worry?” #dhrupurohit #journeytohappiness #jongordon Disclaimer: The discussions on this podcast are not intended to be medical advice. Our goal is to share information and resources we have found helpful in our quest to reach optimal health and wellness. Always check with your healthcare provider regarding any concerns you may have. We are so grateful for those 5-star ratings! This is one of the best ways to help us grow our audience and reach more people. Thank you for your questions and comments. Please continue to Like, Follow, and Share this podcast on Facebook. Your support means the world to us. Thank you! Connect with Brian on Instagram @fitfaith2fear and Facebook Connect with Debbie on Facebook, Instagram @debbiegodawski, and www.sharingthehealth.net

Today's podcast is about why self-awareness is important to our happiness journey. Many people tell me that they don't know where to start on their happiness journey, because they don't know what their happiness actually looks like. If you feel like this, you are not alone.What I have learned on my happiness journey, is that you don't actually have to know what your ultimate happiness looks like, you just start your journey, and as you learn and grow you will increase your self-awareness and be able to build more happy into your everyday life. Ultimately, it doesn't matter where you are starting from, it just matters that you start. In today's episode I talk about how while I was creating the Building Your Happiness Foundation Course, I realized that by just working on building the habits and mindset shifts into our lives we are not only increasing happiness, but we are increasing our self-awareness. Not only is self-awareness important to our happiness journey, it also helps us get better at taking care of ourselves. We not only find more happiness but we are in a better position to meet life's stressors head on. Resources I referenced in this episode:The 30 Day Happiness Challenge we are doing this summer.  You can sign up here!This week I referenced 4 happiness tools.  here are the links to the podcasts I did on those tools:RechargeWho Are You Choosing To BeJournalingDon't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You! You can also sign up to get my Happy Notes and the podcast delivered right to your inbox here. My Happy Notes is a note from me with my happy thoughts, tips and tricks to keep you focusing on your happiness and an update as to what is going on over here at The Happier You Headquarters in between podcasts. Have you heard about my free downloadable PDF with 5 Happiness Tools To Boost Your Mental Health? You can get it here!

Ever wonder what you can accomplish in an 8 minute phone call?Turns out... A LOT! In this week's episode of The Spark File podcast, Susan + Laura dig into the The New York Times feature "The 7 Day Happiness Challenge" and explore the little things that can make a BIG difference in our relationships and our lives. Take a listen, then ask yourself, "who you gonna call?"...

Do you have a work best friend? New research says work besties are the key to professional and personal happiness. The Gallup organization tracked workplace relationships (non-romantic) and found having a work best friend is good for morale and good for the bottom line. The research showed those relationships are good for employee engagement. Having a work best friend is proven to raise morale, increase productivity and help with employee retention. Most interesting, the need for strong work connections has gone up since the pandemic thanks to an increase in remote work and a decrease in worker satisfaction. Bosses: want to hang onto your people and make them happier without spending money? Create a supportive environment that encourages colleagues to interact beyond the scope of their jobs. Employees: want to enjoy the place you likely spend the bulk of your day? Find a friend and enjoy life on the job together by vesting in each other's personal and professional lives. The research is so overwhelming that wellness writer Jancee Dunn included the importance of work friends in Day 5 of the NY Times Wells series, the "7 Day Happiness Challenge." My KCRA 3 colleague and work bestie Edie Lambert joins me in this episode to explain how we forged a deep relationship despite the fact we've never worked in the same room at the same time. And we'll offer a four-step plan on how to find a friend at work. In this week's "Dying to Ask" podcast: Why workplace friendships are more important since the pandemic Four ways to get and be a work best friend This week's podcast recommendation: Listen here for Ali on the Run

Today is a weekly roundup and it's super special because Bill is back baby! We talk about MLK's legacy and why it's important to remember what he truly stood for, Shaq losing a bet and eating frog legs, and we discuss the 7-Day Happiness Challenge. It's a fun one!   Check out our comedy videos @markkendallcomedySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode I am talking about how "Doing Something Different" and going outside your comfort zone can bring you small wins to celebrate. Its not just what you learn outside your comfort zone, but the pure fact that you went outside your comfort zone is a large, small win!Today I tell you about a recent clash I had with my comfort zone. The unsurprising rise of fear and self doubt, and how I think pushing through the discomfort is worth doing it afraid. Its not easy, and the fear and self doubt keep coming back. However, the more you get outside your comfort zone, the more confident you will get in your ability to do it.Sometimes we cannot figure out how to get out of this rut we are in.  We get stuck in a routine and it at worst frustrates us, and at best discourages us.  We hope for something to change but we are stuck in our comfort zone.Do something different!  Try something new!    Stop doing the same thing and expecting things to change.  Our next 21 Day Happiness Challenge is starting Monday 7 November. You can Sign Up here so you are ready to go on the 7th. I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You! You can also sign up to get the podcast delivered right to your inbox...

If you have been feeling stressed out and overwhelmed this is the Episode for you. Meet Leslie Bosch, PhD, is a developmental psychologist and a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. Dr. Leslie received her training as an integrative wellness coachfrom the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Dr. Bosch helps busy professionals and entrepreneurs minimize the negative effects of stress so they can make a biggerimpact without sacrificing their health, well-being, or personal relationships.She shares tips and tools and why she is the right coach for you! We have an awesome conversation. I look forward to hearing your feedback. Please see below on how to connect with Leslie. CONNECT WITH LESLIE:**Leslie Bosch, PhDSchedule a FREE 20-minute consultation!**Feeling stressed? Take the stress level survey!Want more happiness? Join the 30-Day Happiness Challenge!**Feeling overwhelmed? Download 3-Step Process to Restore Productivity!**National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach**Minimize the negative effects of stress!Bosch Integrative Wellnesswww.boschintegrativewellness.comEmail: leslie@boschintegrativewellness.comPhone: 520-595-0544Connect on FacebookConnect on LinkedIn**CONNECT WITH SHANTA:www.authentictalks2.comAMAZON BOOK:Meditation, A Bridge To Finding Peace Within: https://www.amazon.com/Jamm-Journey-Your-Higher-Self/dp/B0B6S6CB6L/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1658647390&sr=8-1

 This week's podcast is an interview with Natasha Mang.  Natasha is a Happiness Community Member who completed the 21 Day Happiness Challenge and has offered to come on the podcast and share her insights and lessons learned.   In today's episode Natasha shares how she used her experience in her first happiness challenge to get even more out of the second challenge.  She makes me laugh when she shares how she "beat the system" on her first challenge and how she is consciously choosing how she shows up each day.  She also shares insight on how her whole family is using the  Love Languages to improve communication and more effectively show each other love.    Such a fun interview and so many great take-a ways.  Previous podcasts covering some of the happiness tools Natasha talks about in today's episode:The Podcast on Gratitude:How Gratitude Can Boost Happiness and Change How You See The WorldThe Episode on The Five Love Languages:  How To Ask For What You NeedThe Episode on Who Are You Choosing To Be: Who Are You Choosing To BeThe Episode on Anticipation:  Why You Need To Bring Back Anticipation I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!  You can also sign up to get the podcast delivered right to your inbox here.

This week's podcast is an interview with Karen Holliday.  Karen is a Happiness Community Member who just finished the 21 Day Happiness Challenge.  Karen asks, "Who wouldn't want to be happier?"  Which is a great question!  Listen and find out why Karen believes that a small daily investment in yourself can bring you joy.  And that joy can spread to others around you.  I really enjoyed getting to know Karen in this interview.  I think you will love her insight and honesty.Resources I referenced in today's episode:The Podcast on Play: The Transformative Power of Creativity and Play – Part 2The Podcast on Habits: Celebrating The Small WinsThe Episode on Journaling: How To Set Yourself Up For Success on This JourneyAtomic Habits, James ClearThe Gifts of Imperfection, Brene Brown I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!  You can also sign up to get the podcast delivered right to your inbox here.

Mental health is a topic that has been taboo for decades. The stigma and shame around mental health mean many people don't get the help and support they need and end up suffering and struggling in silence.  There has been a reported increase in panic disorders, anxiety, stress, and more, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mental health is the pandemic that isn't being talked about. We can no longer afford to stigmatize mental health or ignore this crisis. It is time the conversation about mental health comes to the forefront.  In this episode, Hala is joined by mental health leaders Dr. Daniel Amen, Dr. Robin Smith, Dr. Owen Muir, Amy Morin, Jonas Koffler, and more, to talk about the state of mental health in the world, why normalizing mental health struggles is important, grieving and the process of healing, the potential of psychedelics in the future of psychiatry, and what daily habits we can start to today to improve our mental discipline and ultimately lead happier, healthier lives.   Topics Include:  - Today's mental health statistics - COVID-19's effect on Gen Z's mental health - Why the language surrounding mental health matters - Why “brainwashing” can be helpful in mental health - Healthy coping strategies for trauma and grief - Navigating friendships and relationships during a period of struggle - Defining mental discipline - How mental discipline helped Dr. Amen get through the loss of his father  - The value of simple solutions like exercise, sleep, and diet on mental health - The future of mental health medicine - And other topics… Dr. Daniel Amen is one of America's leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. Dr Amen is board certified in General Psychiatry and Child Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Robin Smith is a licensed psychologist, media personality, keynote speaker, and author. She spent years as the on-air therapist for The Oprah Winfrey Show. Today, Dr Robin hosts the Dr. Robin show on SiriusXM's Urban View Channel 126, where she leads conversations with thought-leaders on rising toward truth, justice, and joy.  Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, the editor-in-chief at Verywell Mind, the host of the Verywell Mind Podcast, a licensed clinical social worker, and a psychology lecturer at Northeastern University. She's also an international bestselling author. She has written four books, 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do, 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do, 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don't Do, and 13 Things Strong Kids Do. Jonas Koffler is a New York Times bestselling author and entrepreneur. Jonas has co-founded or been part of the founding team at several ventures, including digital health companies like Lada Labs and Radical Wellness Inc, He is also the founder of Koffler Pictures, a branded entertainment at storytelling boutique. Resources Mentioned:  Uncut Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/yaplive-conquering-invisible-enemies-mental-health/id1368888880?i=1000522606249 Dr Amen's 30 Day Happiness Challenge: https://www.amenuniversity.com/happy  Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, by Dr Daniel Amen: https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Brain-Revised-Expanded/dp/110190464X  HUSTLE: The Power to Charge Your Life with Money, Meaning and Momentum, Co-Written by Jonas Koffler: https://www.amazon.com/Hustle-Power-Charge-Meaning-Momentum/dp/1623367166  Books by Amy Morin: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00LNL5Q18  Books By Dr. Robin: https://www.amazon.com/Robin-L.-Smith/e/B001JS3R84  If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health challenges, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255  Connect with Young and Profiting: YAP's Instagram: www.instagram.com/youngandprofiting   Hala's Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/   Hala's Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhala   Website: www.youngandprofiting.com

In this episode I am encouraging you to invite more Happy into your life.  Getting more happy doesn't always need to be huge sweeping changes.  In an attempt to inspire you to find what can invite more happy into your life, I share the top 3 Happiness Tools that have given me the biggest return on my time.  I was inspired by a friend saying, "I just  need real actionable items".   The tools that give me the biggest happiness boost, may not be what you are ready for,  so stay tuned for Part 2, where Hot Guy Editor shares his top 3, in hopes you can choose the right happiness tool to set you up for a strong happiness start in 2022.Resources I referenced this week:Join the Next 21 Day Happiness Challenge to figure out what happiness tools work best for you. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!  You can also sign up to get the podcast delivered right to your inbox here.

Today's Living Your One True Authentic Life podcast is an inspiring interview with Cindy Stradling, the founder of the Courage In Action Organization.  When Cindy asked herself, “What if?” she had no idea how much joy that seemingly inconsequential question would bring to her life.  Now, 8 years after she asked that question and put her idea out to a few friends, she is sharing her happier with many.  I loved getting to know Cindy and more about the “Courage in Action” Organization in today's interview.  We aren't all going to start a charitable organization with the answer to our “what if?”, but as Cindy points out, “What if your purpose is just to be the best you, you can be?”  She really is an inspiring woman.  I hope you enjoy getting to know this amazing woman as much as I did.  And, maybe you know someone who could benefit from the Courage In Action Organization.Resources I referenced this week:Here is the link to the Courage In Action website so you can find more about the amazing work they do.Don't forget we are running a new and improved 21 Day Happiness Challenge starting January 31st, 2022.  You can register here !

If you are a person who seeks approval from others, or needs validation from those around you, then this 30 min relaxing, self-validation meditation is for you. We start by encouraging deep relaxation and then amend your critical internal language, by validating yourself with positive reinforcement. This meditation will allow for cognitive restructuring & will facilitate neutralizing negative thoughts. Enjoy x Jacqueline Bell CBT Emotional Intelligence combined with Mindset. Money. Motivation and Law of Attraction. Combine all the essential elements and harness leading yourself, while creating positive energy, as you pursue your ambitions and start making energetic positive shifts in your life. Want to discuss how evidenced based tools and Law of attraction, can help you progress & define your ambitions into manageable life changing goals? To work with me you can Email me at : jacquelinebellcbt@gmail.com Website: www.jacquelinebellcbt.com Facebook: Progressive Mindset Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/238126617465636 21 Day Happiness Challenge - https://jacqueline-bell-cbt-program.thinkific.com/courses/happiness-challenge Youtube: Jacqueline Bell CBT Linked in: Jacqueline Bell CBT

This guided meditation allows for relaxation, confidence and internal healing in whatever manner this means for you. 15 min of gentle positive reinforcement that will begin internal change. Relax and enjoy this calm soothing space , which aids in a blissful reset your mind. To work with Jacqueline, you can Email : jacquelinebellcbt@gmail.com Website: www.jacquelinebellcbt.com Facebook: Progressive Mindset Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/238126617465636 21 Day Happiness Challenge - https://jacqueline-bell-cbt-program.thinkific.com/courses/happiness-challenge Youtube: Jacqueline Bell CBT Linked in: Jacqueline Bell CBT jacquelinebellcbt@gmail.com

Take some time to mentally protect yourself and boost positive feelings, which will encourage & initiate higher energy levels. Allow your mind and body to relax, as you follow this guided meditation. Enjoy the journey & the positive energy that will ignite within you. Emotional Intelligence combined with Mindset. Money. Motivation and Law of Attraction. Combine all the essential elements and harness leading yourself, while creating positive energy, as you pursue your ambitions and start making energetic positive shifts in your life. Want to discuss how evidenced based tools and Law of attraction, can help you progress & define your ambitions into manageable life changing goals? To work with me you can Email me at : jacquelinebellcbt@gamil.com Website: www.jacquelinebellcbt.com ( FREE Resources Under Masterclasses Tab) Facebook: Progressive Mindset Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/238126617465636 21 Day Happiness Challenge - https://jacqueline-bell-cbt-program.thinkific.com/courses/happiness-challenge Youtube: Jacqueline Bell CBT Linked in: Jacqueline Bell CBT

A short ,quick injection of self validation statements, that can be listened to and repeated every morning, to ensure you function at your highest level. Listen, repeat in your mind or verbally say out loud, to gain massive internal shifts. Remember, repetition here is key. Enjoy Jacqueline x Website: www.jacquelinebellcbt.com Facebook: Progressive Mindset Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/238126617465636 21 Day Happiness Challenge - https://jacqueline-bell-cbt-program.thinkific.com/courses/happiness-challenge Youtube: Jacqueline Bell CBT Linked in: Jacqueline Bell CBT Work with me: jacquelinebellcbt@gmail.com

This week's Real People Finding Real Happiness podcast interview is with Christie Parcigneau.  Christie was not only a 21 Day Happiness Challenge participant, she also created the guided meditation during the challenge.   In this episode, Christie gives us some great insight into building our meditation practice.  As well, she shares her biggest take-a ways from the challenge that remind us to celebrate the small wins, ask for what we need and focus on our strengths.  I think you will enjoy getting to know Christie in this episode and see that her guided meditation, positive outlook and infectious laugh will draw you to this incredible woman.Resources I referred to this week:Check out Christie's Guided meditations in French and English.You can learn more about Christie and the healing work that she does at Wheel of Life Wellness.I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!  You can also sign up to get the podcast delivered right to your inbox here.If you want to hear any of the original podcast episodes that were referenced in Christie's 3 biggest take-aways, you can follow these links:Celebrating The Small WinsHow to Ask For What You NeedAcknowledge Your Strengths

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Law of Attraction Mastery Course- the ONLY time it will be live http://jjflizanes.com/mastery   Mold and Lyme Summit http://jjflizanes.com/mold   Early Bird Pricing Ends on May 31st for Manifestation Bootcamp in Los Angeles in October http://jjflizanes.com/bootcamp   As a survivor of IBS, Lyme Disease and Mold Illness, Dr. Mueller is passionate about bringing research, understanding and compassion to those with these diseases. She has co-authored with her husband, Dr. Miles Nichols, a book which is to be released in May 2021 called Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme. Her practice, the Medicine with Heart Clinic, treats those around the country. She also co-owns an online functional medicine school the Medicine with Heart Institute, where she trains clinicians around the world in functional medicine.   Book: Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme https://mwh.thrivecart.com/book/   14 Day Happiness Challenge: https://medicinewithheart.com/14-day-happiness-challenge   Functional Medicine Training Institute (Medicine With Heart Institute): https://mindbodyfunctionalmedicine.com/   Gut Resolve Course: https://mwh.thrivecart.com/gut-resolve/   JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People’s Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Grab a free copy of the Invisible Fitness Formula at http://jjflizanes.com/book      

Law of Attraction Mastery Course- the ONLY time it will be live http://jjflizanes.com/mastery   Mold and Lyme Summit http://jjflizanes.com/mold   Early Bird Pricing Ends on May 31st for Manifestation Bootcamp in Los Angeles in October http://jjflizanes.com/bootcamp   As a survivor of IBS, Lyme Disease and Mold Illness, Dr. Mueller is passionate about bringing research, understanding and compassion to those with these diseases. She has co-authored with her husband, Dr. Miles Nichols, a book which is to be released in May 2021 called Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme. Her practice, the Medicine with Heart Clinic, treats those around the country. She also co-owns an online functional medicine school the Medicine with Heart Institute, where she trains clinicians around the world in functional medicine.   Book: Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme https://mwh.thrivecart.com/book/   14 Day Happiness Challenge: https://medicinewithheart.com/14-day-happiness-challenge   Functional Medicine Training Institute (Medicine With Heart Institute): https://mindbodyfunctionalmedicine.com/   Gut Resolve Course: https://mwh.thrivecart.com/gut-resolve/   JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People’s Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Grab a free copy of the Invisible Fitness Formula at http://jjflizanes.com/book      

Law of Attraction Mastery Course- the ONLY time it will be live http://jjflizanes.com/mastery   Mold and Lyme Summit http://jjflizanes.com/mold   Early Bird Pricing Ends on May 31st for Manifestation Bootcamp in Los Angeles in October http://jjflizanes.com/bootcamp   As a survivor of IBS, Lyme Disease and Mold Illness, Dr. Mueller is passionate about bringing research, understanding and compassion to those with these diseases. She has co-authored with her husband, Dr. Miles Nichols, a book which is to be released in May 2021 called Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme. Her practice, the Medicine with Heart Clinic, treats those around the country. She also co-owns an online functional medicine school the Medicine with Heart Institute, where she trains clinicians around the world in functional medicine.   Book: Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme https://mwh.thrivecart.com/book/   14 Day Happiness Challenge: https://medicinewithheart.com/14-day-happiness-challenge   Functional Medicine Training Institute (Medicine With Heart Institute): https://mindbodyfunctionalmedicine.com/   Gut Resolve Course: https://mwh.thrivecart.com/gut-resolve/   JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People’s Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Grab a free copy of the Invisible Fitness Formula at http://jjflizanes.com/book      

Law of Attraction Mastery Course- the ONLY time it will be live http://jjflizanes.com/mastery   Mold and Lyme Summit http://jjflizanes.com/mold   Early Bird Pricing Ends on May 31st for Manifestation Bootcamp in Los Angeles in October http://jjflizanes.com/bootcamp   As a survivor of IBS, Lyme Disease and Mold Illness, Dr. Mueller is passionate about bringing research, understanding and compassion to those with these diseases. She has co-authored with her husband, Dr. Miles Nichols, a book which is to be released in May 2021 called Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme. Her practice, the Medicine with Heart Clinic, treats those around the country. She also co-owns an online functional medicine school the Medicine with Heart Institute, where she trains clinicians around the world in functional medicine.   Book: Use Your Mind to Heal Your Mold and Lyme https://mwh.thrivecart.com/book/   14 Day Happiness Challenge: https://medicinewithheart.com/14-day-happiness-challenge   Functional Medicine Training Institute (Medicine With Heart Institute): https://mindbodyfunctionalmedicine.com/   Gut Resolve Course: https://mwh.thrivecart.com/gut-resolve/   JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist and the host of several podcasts including People’s Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy. She is the Director of Invisible Fitness, a best-selling author of Fit 2 Love: How to Get Physically, Emotionally, and Spiritually Fit to Attract the Love of Your Life and The Invisible Fitness Formula: 5 Secrets to Release Weight and End Body Shame. Named Best Personal Trainer in Los Angeles for 2007 by Elite Traveler Magazine, JJ has been featured in many national magazines, including Shape, Fitness, and Women’s Health as well as appeared on NBC, CBS, Fox, the CW and KTLA. Grab a free copy of the Invisible Fitness Formula at http://jjflizanes.com/book      

This week is another interview where we find out what practical tools Happiness Community Members got by doing the 21 Day Happiness Challenge.  This week Lisa Parr is our guest and she shares her biggest take aways from the challenge!  Lisa has great energy and I think we can all benefit from the insights she gained during the challenge.  She reminds us that play is not only for kids and we can push the limits at any age.  I think you will really enjoy getting to know Lisa and sharing in her 21 Day Happiness Experience.  Resources I referenced this week:The 21 Day Happiness Challenge  Remember we are starting another one in May!Play Is More Than Just Fun with Dr. Stuart BrownIf you want to know more about Lisa, here's her website: Aboveparrfitness.ca I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!And remember you can sign up for the next 21 Day Happiness Challenge Here.We'll be starting another one in May! 

This week is the first episode where we are finding out what practical tools Happiness Community Members got by doing the 21 Day Happiness Challenge.  This week Jenni MacDonald is our guest and she is sharing how she used the 21 Day Happiness Challenge to pinpoint some specific things in her life she could change to rediscover her happy.  She had already realized that she wasn't as happy as she had once been and so she used the challenge to help her refocus and find her happier!  Its a fun interview with some great take-aways for all of us!Resources I referenced this week:The 21 Day Happiness Challenge - We'll start another challenge again soon! I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!And remember you can get the podcast and the Happiness Mid Week Motivator emailed to you weekly when you join our mailing list here!

This week we are asking, "Are You Up For The Challenge?"  Did you set a New Year's goal or did you shy away from the challenge?  What if I told you that the most important thing is choosing the right challenge?  When you tap into the right challenge your best qualities come out to show you what you are made of!  I share this really cool exercise I learned to get you to identify those qualities in YOU!!  Once you do that, you will never set a "meh" goal ever again!Resources I referenced this week:The 21 Day Happiness Challenge - click to join our challenge starting 1 Feb 2021!Dorothy Lazovik - Check out herwebsite.   She has a great blog there too.Doris Belland - Check out her website.  Her recent blog post is one of my favourites.   Check it out!!! I hope you enjoy this week's podcast. Don't forget we'd love to see you over on the Facebook Group, The Happier You Podcast!And remember you can get the podcast and the Happiness Newsletter emailed to you weekly when you join our mailing list here!

Sometimes we cost ourselves our happiness by holding onto things we'd do better to let go of. Underneath many of our challenges is the hidden expectation that a happy life is a trouble-free life or that a happy life requires a certain amount of wealth and success. Letting go of these two beliefs can free you to see your life in new ways and find happiness despite its challenges. To comment or ask a question, visit the show notes page or the Big Happy Life Facebook Page.

One of my favourite books (I talk about it quite a lot in this episode) is Solve for Happy by Mo Gawdat. From this book, I learned about the link between expectations and happiness and that's what led to today's tip.  When you understand the expectations driving your experiences, you're better able to challenge and question them - and when you do that, you're better able to shape your thinking towards feeling happier. To comment, visit the show notes page or the Big Happy Life Facebook page.  

We're accustomed to referring to negative and positive emotions but what if they're nothing of the sort?  What if they're just comfortable or uncomfortable?  Our ability to experience happiness is determined - at least in part - by our ability to make best use of all other emotions in the spectrum.  Inspired by Dr Joan Rosenberg's book, "90 Seconds to a life you love", this episode explores 3 steps you can take when you experience uncomfortable emotions so you're able to make best use of the experience. Visit the show notes page or the Big Happy Life Facebook page to comment or ask questions. 

Today's tip is all about paying attention to the thoughts that drive your behaviour. When we're playing "shark music" in the background, we end up stressed, make poor choices and end up regretting those choices or judging ourselves harshly - which limits our ability to experience happiness. This episode explores the patterns in 'shark music thoughts' and what to do when we experience them.  To comment or ask questions, visit the show notes or the Big Happy Life Facebook page.

Happiness can be approached from two perspectives. The first is to 'big up the positive'. That's what fattening the good is all about. The second is remove the things that make you unhappy. During this 5-day challenge, we cover both perspectives and offer tips for achieving happiness via both routes. The Day 1 Tip is to Fatten the Good. It is so easy to become overwhelmed by the stressful events in our lives and the things that are outside our control but, in doing so, we make ourselves feel smaller, 'less than' and unable to cope. By consciously making an effort to pay attention to the small wins, the little things within our control and the everyday things we can be grateful for, we can change perspective, shift focus, see ourselves differently and get better results. This episode shares ideas on how to achieve these results.  If you'd like to comment or ask questions, visit the Big Happy Life Facebook Page or comment on the show notes page.  

In this episode Monique ends the season by sharing a little bit about what this year has been like, breaking it down into three categories. Join in as she recaps episodes with former guests, gives self-care tips, and speaks about COVID-19. Be sure to check out the former guest below for great tips on doing the work to help fight racism.  Lauren Lavell Website: https://www.laurenleavellfitness.com/ Tashira Halyard: 21 Day Happiness Challenge; politicsandfshn Nala Toussaint: www.nalatoussaint.com; IG: @nalasimonet Remember To Subscribe And Review The Podcast. Share Your Takeaways From The Podcast With The Hashtag: #SBTPODCAST Connect With Monique On Social Media: Join The Shine Brighter Together Community To Stay Up To Date On The Shine Brighter Together Podcast. Ig: @moemotivate Get Monique’s Book Entreprefriendships Support Us On Patreon: Patreon.Com/Shinebrightertogether 

“If you’re not able to strengthen the weak muscles, there's a greater force restricting your body.” -Sue Ellen Strong Sue Ellen Strong is an expert in myofascial release as well as craniosacral and neuromuscular therapies, yoga therapeutics and bioenergetics. She studied myofascial release with John Branes and uses this powerful technique to treat chronic pain conditions including sports injuries, neck and back pain, concussions and migraines as well as just for enhancing optimal health. She is one of the creators of Myofascial Freedom, a practice in Morristown, NJ. Whereas many traditional approaches to treating pain act as band-aids and only treat symptoms, Sue Ellen is able to  identify and treat the cause of pain and dysfunction in the body through an in-depth analysis of the body’s myofascia. In today’s interview, Sue Ellen explains the important fascial system that is so often overlooked and how we can all benefit from myofascial release. She even talks about an easy technique you can do to release the psoas – a muscle responsible for a lot of back pain and tightness.    Links: Sue Ellen’s website! Stay tuned for the launch of her new YouTube channel here. My 3-Day Happiness Challenge   Timestamps: [00:35] Introduction [02:52] Understanding Sue Ellen, and becoming a myofacial therapist [08:37] What is myofascia? Is it helping or hindering us? [10:53] Why stretching isn’t opening your fascia [18:08] Releasing myofascial tension [21:23] Methods of myofascial physical therapy [31:01] Releasing the psoas [35:51] The element that is essential for the myofascia [41:00] Other techniques for the myofascia   DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcare provider. The ideas shared on this podcast are the expressed opinions of the guests and do not always reflect those of Margie Bissinger and the Happy Bones, Happy Life program.

My friend Raymond Cloosterman, Founder and CEO of Rituals, is my guest on this episode of Slo Mo. Raymond founded Rituals, now one of the fastest growing cosmetics companies in the world, in 2000. Like its namesake, Rituals creates product lines inspired by ancient self-care traditions, offering an exclusive range of affordable and quality products that make meaningful moments out of daily routines like bathing, shaving, moisturizing, and drinking tea. Needless to say, Raymond is an incredible entrepreneur with his heart and vision in the right place, and his insights into how to build a successful, and happy business, are invaluable.Nearly 3,000,000 people walk into a Rituals store every week. We are immensely proud to announce that after months of hard work with the incredible team at Rituals, we've co-created the 14-day Happiness Challenge. Working with such a massive audience and such an influential company has given One Billion Happy one of its greatest surges ever.Sign up for the 14-day happiness challenge here:https://www.rituals.com/en-nl/happiness-challenge.htmlListen to my talk with Raymond as we discuss:Raymond’s story on building Rituals from his garage to thousands of locations globallyHis inspiration to build the brand, which became "his baby"How to stay resilient as an entrepreneur (even if you literally get robbed)How happiness pervades Rituals as a company and brandHow consuming a product or food with awareness actually makes it more effectiveWhether success actually increases our happinessInstagram: @solve.for.happy, @onebillionhappy, @mo_gawdatFacebook: Slo Mo, onebillionhappyLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatConnect with Rituals on Facebook @RitualsCosmetics, Instagram @ritualscosmetics, and Twitter @RitualsSign up for our 14-Day Happiness Challenge here:https://www.rituals.com/en-nl/happiness-challenge.htmlDon't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Monday and Thursday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappy

Who is responsible for your happiness? Register for the 7 Day Happiness Challenge here: Challenge Accepted! Links for Journals that I use and like: Mermaid Believe In Yourself Hummingbird

Gina Gardiner is a No. 1 International Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker, Empowerment and Relationship Coach and Transformational Leadership Trainer with well over 30 years of experience helping people experience happiness, success and fullfillment. She’s the founder of the Thrive Together Tribe membership and personal and spiritual development programme and The Enlightened Leadership Programme. Gina has learned to walk twice as an adult. For over 20 years, she ran her award-winning school, for the most part from a wheelchair. The gift of this experience was the development of a unique approach to life and the development of transformational leadership.Get your free gift at http://www.dailysuccessinstitute.com/giveawayThe 7 Day Happiness ChallengeA series of 7 videos sent over a week with tried and tested strategies to help you feel consistently happier*Feel less stressed and anxious*Develop a greater sense of optimism*Simple strategies which are free and easy to incorporate into your daily routine*Proven track record – used consistently they really work*Feel happier, more consistently and be able to help others feelhappier, tooGet your free gift at http://www.dailysuccessinstitute.com/giveawDaily Successhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/daily-success/

Gina Gardiner is a No. 1 International Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker, Empowerment and Relationship Coach and Transformational Leadership Trainer with well over 30 years of experience helping people experience happiness, success and fullfillment. She’s the founder of the Thrive Together Tribe membership and personal and spiritual development programme and The Enlightened Leadership Programme. Gina has learned to walk twice as an adult. For over 20 years, she ran her award-winning school, for the most part from a wheelchair. The gift of this experience was the development of a unique approach to life and the development of transformational leadership.Get your free gift at http://www.dailysuccessinstitute.com/giveawayThe 7 Day Happiness ChallengeA series of 7 videos sent over a week with tried and tested strategies to help you feel consistently happier*Feel less stressed and anxious*Develop a greater sense of optimism*Simple strategies which are free and easy to incorporate into your daily routine*Proven track record – used consistently they really work*Feel happier, more consistently and be able to help others feelhappier, tooGet your free gift at http://www.dailysuccessinstitute.com/giveawDaily Successhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/daily-success/

Gina Gardiner is a No. 1 International Bestselling Author, Motivational Speaker, Empowerment and Relationship Coach and Transformational Leadership Trainer with well over 30 years of experience helping people experience happiness, success and fullfillment. She’s the founder of the Thrive Together Tribe membership and personal and spiritual development programme and The Enlightened Leadership Programme. Gina has learned to walk twice as an adult. For over 20 years, she ran her award-winning school, for the most part from a wheelchair. The gift of this experience was the development of a unique approach to life and the development of transformational leadership.Get your free gift at http://www.dailysuccessinstitute.com/giveawayThe 7 Day Happiness ChallengeA series of 7 videos sent over a week with tried and tested strategies to help you feel consistently happier*Feel less stressed and anxious*Develop a greater sense of optimism*Simple strategies which are free and easy to incorporate into your daily routine*Proven track record – used consistently they really work*Feel happier, more consistently and be able to help others feelhappier, tooGet your free gift at http://www.dailysuccessinstitute.com/giveawDaily Successhttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/daily-success/

In this podcast, Swami Mukundananda and Boman Irani share some insights on how to deal with unhappiness. Boman Irani encourages us to work our way to our happiness by getting out of our comfort zone and keep working on our dreams with a never give up attitude. Swami Mukundananda inspires us to find happiness from within than focussing on the externals, for true happiness is always internal and within us. Swami Mukundananda talks about the 21-day Happiness Challenge program that he created, which provides us with all the tools of happiness we can all practice in our day-to-day lives. Today let's make a Firm resolve to find that happiness that we always seek for, which is within us. Visit the 21-Day Happiness Challenge program here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ei3hI...

Gina Gardiner is a No. 1 International Best Selling Author, Motivational Speaker, Empowerment, Relationship and Strategic Business Coach, with over thirty years experience, helping people transform their lives by recognizing their true worth. helping them feel more confident, so they can achieve a life of true fulfillment. Gina ran an award-winning school for twenty years, mostly from a wheelchair. The gift of her disability was a unique approach to leadership and empowerment. Her latest #1 Best Selling book Thriving Not Surviving, offers the insights, principles and strategies which underpinned that success. She is the founder of the Thrive Together Tribe Membership Group and creator of the Thriving Not Surviving transformational Personal and Spiritual development program and The Enlightened Leadership Programme and the 7 Day Happiness Challenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crissy Butts is a Happiness Coach, is a professional speaker and trainer. She teaches organizations how to better Engage, Connect & Thrive in their workplace relationships as well as their relationships at home.   Because happy workers are safer workers, less stressed, and more productive, she consults with leaders who want to improve morale, mental resiliency and foster a culture of positivity in the workplace.   She is the author of You Choose Your Path, creator of The Workplace Power Hour, The Family Power Hour, The Sunshine Strategy Assessment Tool, 21 Day Happiness Challenge and is releasing a new book this summer, "Happier Connected!"   On a personal note, she has lost 4 family members to suicide which fuels the efforts of her work. She and her husband have been married 30 years. They have 5 children, 15 children, a cat & a parakeet and have lived in Alaska and Costa Rica.  

Join us in The Prosperity Practice Group to particpate in the 21 Day Happiness Challenge: This is based off of the Shawn Achor TED Talk: The Happy Secret to Better Work Essentially you will pick one habit to create and practice it for 21 days which will essentially lead you to a life you desire... a happier, more joyful, more fulfilled YOU! Here are the five habits to choose from: Three Gratitudes: Pause to take note of three new things each day that you are grateful for. Doing so will help your brain start to retrain its pattern of scanning the world, looking not just for the negative inputs but for the positive ones. Journaling: Similar to the gratitude practice, but in this case, detail — in writing — one positive experience each day. This will help you find meaning in the activities of the day, rather than just noticing the task itself. Exercise: Exercising for 10 minutes a day not only brings physical benefits, but it also teaches your brain to believe your behavior matters, which then carries (positively) into other activities throughout the day. Meditation: Take just two minutes per day to simply breathe and focus on your breath going in and out. Doing so will train your mind to focus, reduce stress, and help you be more present in this moment. Random Acts of Kindness: This can be something simple, and Shawn suggests writing one positive email to praise or thank someone each day. Not only does it benefit the recipient, but it also increases your feeling of social support. Which one will you choose?!? Click the link NOW and come on in and let us know! https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheProsperityPractice/ To watch the TED talk click this link: https://www.ted.com/talks/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work?language=en

Walking the walk, trying new things that may benefit my life!

Have you in the past or currently feel like you’re caught in a negative run that never seems to end? Do you feel at times that no matter how hard you try – it seems that happiness is unobtainable? Have you asked yourself too many times “Is there more to my life than this?” And here’s my last question to you – Do you want to achieve more passion/happiness in your life? On this week’s show, my goals is to provide you with bible guidance and practical advice to help you obtain happiness in your life by developing positive habits.

How can you live with more joy, focus, well-being, and meaning?  Find your purpose! What are you uniquely qualified to contribute to the world? This episode of the 21 Day Happiness Challenge will help you find out, as well as address why purpose matters for health, happiness, and longevity. Be sure to check out the show notes for key takeways and resources from this episode. https://www.happyandfree.me/podcast-1/follow-your-bliss-find-your-purpose

Eckhart Tolle calls it “the power of now”. Research shows it can change your brain. It can make you happier. What is it? Mindfulness! Today’s assignment in the 21 Day Happiness Challenge helps you stay in the present moment.  Be sure to check out the show notes for key takeways and resources from this episode.  https://www.happyandfree.me/podcast-1/embrace-every-grain-of-sand-or-how-to-turn-mindless-moments-into-mindful-moments

If you want happiness, begin with gratitude. As we dive into Day 1 of the 21 Day Happiness Challenge, we begin with the gold standard of happiness: gratitude! Gratitude is one of the most powerful practices in the pursuit of happy, and today’s challenge will give you the tools to get started. What are you grateful for today? Be sure to check out the show notes for key takeways and resources from this episode.   https://www.happyandfree.me/podcast-1/want-happiness-begin-with-gratitude

If you’re looking to get your happy back THIS SHOW IS FOR YOU!  I have six tips that I KNOW can promote your internal happiness so that you can produce positive external results. What I’d like to offer you is another way of thinking. It is not something that I paid for or something that has made me a million dollars (yet) :-) Happiness is something that I had to learn just by living a conscious life. There were no quick fixes, no external antidotes and I couldn’t purchase happy from Amazon. I couldn’t get it in a drink, a pill or “stuff.” Last year I did the “100 Day Happiness Challenge” and it changed my life. Not only did it give me permission to find something to be happy about every day, it also forced me to realize this about happiness: It is often circumstantialHappiness is a choiceHappiness is a habit  It is a mantra that you recite to yourself everyday “I will be in Victory today!” What it all comes down to is this, you get to decide if the challenge can become a celebration and if the tragedy can somehow be turned into a triumph. We have to make a conscious choice to take back what was already ours to begin with, “OUR HAPPINESS” and decide that we are going to hold on to it no matter the circumstance or the situation. The truth is we are in our feelings all of the time and it is ultimately up to us to decide which feelings are going to take precedence. The default feeling will become the feeling that we base our lives on and make decisions from (VICTIM-BULLY-EQUALIZER). On a scale of 1-to-10, how happy are you?

I have had a number of clients of late, doing one of my coaching programs (the 30-Day Happiness Challenge), that have told me that they want to have more confidence. Since I am a lover of thinking, I decided to direct my attention to figuring out more about confidence. What is confidence? Where does it come from? Is there something or anything that precedes it? Do you have it or not? Are you born with it or can it be taught? So this weeks Happiness Class is all about understanding more about Confidence and what are the conditions that will create more Confidence for yourself. And what are your Beliefs; when it comes to Confidence. You are going to love what I have found. Because there is hope for us all. Regardless of how we came into this world. You will also learn a four-letter word that is essential for successfully gaining more confidence. So here's to building up our Confidence! Have a great day. Cheers Carl PS: As always if you want to ask we questions just head over to my Facebook Page or jump on http://carlmassy.com to ask me more.

I want to share with you a strategy I use for myself and one that I remind my clients about. We have also added it into the 30-Day Happiness Challenge since it has such a high RETURN ON INVESTMENT (ROI). When something only takes a minute but profoundly affects your day and your brain, it is time to use it. This is something you can use IMMEDIATELY after you finish listening to the Podcast. And if it does not make you feeling immediately better, and lingers, I will give you your money back. ;-) Have a fantastic day!! And if you have any questions head over to my Facebook Page or send me an email via my website: http://carlmassy.com. Cheers Carl

How would you like to have an amazing life – however that is defined for you? Join Carl Massy as he gets his strategic happiness hat on and shows you how to reverse engineer your life by looking at what you most desire and then working backwards. There are certain things that you can do (purposefully) on this path to an amazing life, that lead to higher levels of success. So in this podcast Carl talks about how to become heaps wiser, so that you have the ability to make even better decisions. He talks about how the brain learns and develops so that you can tick the boxes that you need to, in order to get your wisdom happening. It turns out that there are two key ingredients to the wisdom, which will lead to an amazing life for you. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration.

Have you ever been told that the key to a great relationship is effective communication? Haven't we all. That is so obvious. But what may not be obvious is what that means to us in 2012. How is the modern way of communicating effecting the relationships we have in our life. And more importantly 'WHY'? Once we figure out the 'why' we can do something about it. So in this very powerful Strategic Happiness podcast you are going to learn a relationship tip that is SO IMPORTANT for you to know. It was Tony Robbins that said, "The quality of your life is directly proportional to the quality of relationships in your life." SO TRUE. So find out in this podcast how you can improve the quality of your relationships. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration.

In this podcast we talk about a super effective and super easy 5-Step Strategy to halt negative emotions before they take up residence and hijack your mind. This is a MUST KNOW happiness strategy. Don't let your negative emotions run the show. It is like a bunch of no-good gremlins taking up residence in your house and then throwing a HUGE party. In this Strategic Happiness Podcast I give you a 5-Step Strategy to deal with them at the front door before they even get inside. And the great thing is that the strategy is super easy to follow. Try it out and let me know how you go. Like anything the more you do it, the quicker and easier it will get for you. We also recommend David Rock's great book called 'Your Brain at Work' for a very practical book on how best to use your mind. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration. Carl is Happiness Strategist who created the 30-Day Happiness Challenge, by combining skills from 20-years of international strategic planning with a decade of research into happiness, to find what actions have the highest Happiness Return On Investment. As a corporate trainer, NLP master practitioner, ex-Army Major, Reiki master, fitness trainer and Life Coach, he has a diverse and unique approach to increasing peoples happiness and health, through his personal development programs and company, WorldsBIGGESTGym™.

Who would like more success in your life? In fact research suggests that there is a very real link between success and happiness. Something that we explore in this Podcast. Australian Happiness Strategist Carl also gives you a simple happiness strategy on how you can experience the feelings of success well before you have achieved your goals. So in just 20 mins (the length of this podcast) you will learn about the 2 essential ingredients to experiencing more success in your life. And the real secret is that, although adopting these two strategies will require effort, you do not need a ridiculously high IQ, a PhD, wealthy parents, or a magic wand. Success is yours today! Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration. Carl is Happiness Strategist who created the 30-Day Happiness Challenge, by combining skills from 20-years of international strategic planning with a decade of research into happiness, to find what actions have the highest Happiness Return On Investment. As a corporate trainer, NLP master practitioner, ex-Australian Army Major, Reiki master, fitness trainer and Life Coach, he has a diverse and unique approach to increasing peoples happiness and health, through his personal development programs and company, WorldsBIGGESTGym™.

Have you heard of the Kaizen Way? Maybe you have heard of it before called the ‘Toyota Way’. It is the secret goal setting technique that Toyota used after the Second World War to become the leading car manufacturer in the world. Imagine if you could apply their goal setting techniques and principles to get the same level of success in your own life. Well you can. And in this Strategic Happiness Podcast Carl Massy will be teaching you exactly why this principle works best for your brain. How it allows you to overcome fear and achieve the goals that you most want. Where most Goal Setting systems call for MASSIVE (and sometimes scary) actions – the Kaizen way shows you how to succeed, without having to leap over tall buildings and stop speeding bullets. It is a goal setting system for us mere mortals! Based on teachings from the book by Robert Maurer PhD, called ‘One Small Step Can Change Your Life: The Kaizen Way’. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration. Carl is Happiness Strategist who created the 30-Day Happiness Challenge, by combining skills from 20-years of international strategic planning with a decade of research into happiness, to find what actions have the highest Happiness Return On Investment. As a corporate trainer, NLP master practitioner, ex-Army Major, Reiki master, fitness trainer and Life Coach, he has a diverse and unique approach to increasing peoples happiness and health, through his personal development programs and company, WorldsBIGGESTGym™.

In this great book, 'Loving What Is' by Byron Katie, she introduces us to the idea that the greatest amount of emotional pain we experience in our lives is because of the stories and statements that we buy into. The stories that we tell ourselves are more based on assumptions than reality. And one of Byron Katie's greatest reminders is in her statement "When I argue with reality I lose. But only 100% of the time." She has also developed 4 amazing questions, which she simply calls The Work, which are profound in their simplicity and effect. In this Podcast I introduce you to those 4 great questions and how you can use them as a fantastic happiness strategy in your own life. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration.

One of the best happiness strategies you can learn, and apply in your life is to be ridiculously diligent at finding the lesson in all life's curve-balls, screw-ups, mishaps and disasters. One of the best life formulas is E + R = O. Or the Event, plus our Response to that event, determines the final outcome. The better we get at our responses, the better outcomes we will get in life; especially when things goes wrong. This is a Happiness Tip that you really need to learn. In this Podcast I (Carl Massy) was robbed about 2hrs prior to the recording, so it is raw, real and I tell you exactly what strategies and thought processes I go through when dealing with any upsets in life. So let me walk you through the steps I adopt when I am face to face with someone doing me wrong and how I reframe the event to get the greatest lesson from it. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for every day Tips and inspiration. Carl Massy is an expert strategist. He has worked and travelled all over the world (51 countries to date) on an exciting quest to find more happiness in his own life, as well as to truly understand the science of happiness and self development. His happiness path took the long-cut with life as a Major in the Australian Army, being one of the top security consultants in the world to the Olympic Games and making a habit of traveling the world every 5 years. His circuitous route also involved becoming a Reiki Master, an NLP Master Practitioner, a black belt in Tae Known Do, and a Personal Fitness Trainer. Now he likes to think of himself as a HAPPINESS STRATEGIST who's two favourite words are 'why' and 'how'. Why do you feel like that and how can we change it? For more insights, Tips and strategies from Carl Massy check out www.worldsbiggestgym.com. Carl also likes to think he is pretty funny.

How you ever had a feeling in your mind, or in a place you cannot even identify, that is sapping you of energy? I know I have. In fact as I was coming to the end of my day the feeling was starting to take a life of its own and the result was that I started to feel pretty awful. Not exactly the recipe for a happy and healthy day. But once you bring more consciousness to your life, and understand how the mind works, you get a much clearer idea about exactly what it is that has you feeling like crap. So today's happiness challenge is about understanding what might be holding you back from enjoying life and yourself more today. Make sure that you also check out WorldsBIGGESTGym.com motivational website, to get even more strategic happiness Tips, and Goal Setting Tips. The 30-Day Happiness Challenge is an absolute life-changer! Plus you can check out WorldsBIGGESTGym's Facebook Page for everyday Tips and inspiration.