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I learned something surprising in law school: To a great extent, we can’t be forced to follow the law; we must decide to follow the law. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A financial psychology expert on the science of contentment. Morgan Housel is the New York Times Bestselling author of The Psychology of Money and Same As Ever. He's a partner at The Collaborative Fund, serves on the board of directors at Markel and is host of The Morgan Housel Podcast. His new book is The Art of Spending Money: Simple Choices for a Richer Life. In this episode we talk about: What "irrational" spending habits really tell us How to manage money ambition with sanity How to use scarcity to your advantage A useful equation for finding contentment The key defense against envy How to minimize future regret Why young people should check their bank accounts more often How to talk to your kids about money How to disconnect self-worth from financial worth And more Related Episodes: The Psychology of Money | Morgan Housel Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris Thanks to our sponsors: Function Health: Visit functionhealth.com/happier and use the gift code HAPPIER25 for a $25 credit toward your membership. BetterHelp: Sign up and get 10% off at betterhelp.com/Happier.
William Green highlights essential truths about investing, business & life that emerged from two of his favorite interviews with Howard Marks and Nima Shayegh. This episode also explores powerful lessons on resilience from Bill Miller & Epictetus. IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:31 - How investing legend Howard Marks views the euphoria over AI 00:11:10 - What potential mistakes he warns against in this environment 00:13:23 - What essential lessons William Green has learned from Howard 00:23:00 - How Howard keeps an even keel amid extreme uncertainty 00:26:09 - Why Howard, like Einstein, doesn't think much about the future 00:34:19 - Why investing early & not “tampering” is the key to success 00:38:39 - How Nima Shayegh looks beyond numbers to find great stocks 00:44:19 - How to harness intuition & emotion in the investment process 00:49:13 - How products from Tesla & Amazon inspire “blown-awayness” 00:57:10 - What Nima learned from his famed mentor, Lou Simpson 01:04:38 - How Lou's success was built on humility 01:19:55 - How Lou & Nima inspire William's yearning for a spacious life 01:23:56 - How to handle suffering with help from Bill Miller & Epictetus Disclaimer: Slight discrepancies in the timestamps may occur due to podcast platform differences. BOOKS AND RESOURCES Join the exclusive TIP Mastermind Community to engage in meaningful stock investing discussions with Stig, Clay, Kyle, and the other community members. Inquire about William Green's Richer, Wiser, Happier Masterclass. Howard Marks' Memos: The Complete Collection. Edward Chancellor's Devil Take the Hindmost. Allen Benello, Michael van Biema, Tobias Carlisle's Concentrated Investing. William Green's podcast interview with Howard Marks. William Green's podcast interview with Nima Shayegh. William Green's book, Richer, Wiser, Happier. Follow William Green on X. Related books mentioned in the podcast. Ad-free episodes on our Premium Feed. NEW TO THE SHOW? Get smarter about valuing businesses in just a few minutes each week through our newsletter, The Intrinsic Value Newsletter. Check out our We Study Billionaires Starter Packs. Follow our official social media accounts: X | LinkedIn | Facebook. Browse through all our episodes here. Try our tool for picking stock winners and managing our portfolios: TIP Finance Tool. Enjoy exclusive perks from our favorite Apps and Services. Learn how to better start, manage, and grow your business with the best business podcasts. SPONSORS Support our free podcast by supporting our sponsors: HardBlock Human Rights Foundation Simple Mining Netsuite Masterworks Shopify Vanta Fundrise References to any third-party products, services, or advertisers do not constitute endorsements, and The Investors Podcast Network is not responsible for any claims made by them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://theinvestorspodcastnetwork.supportingcast.fm
What if, in 45 minutes, you could feel a whole lot more positive about the role of exercise and movement in your life? You're about to be “Wendied!”In this episode, Dr Wendy Chorny, physical therapist and researcher, joins us to rethink movement through all stages of life. We explore the invisible barriers we carry, from comparison culture and perfectionism to fatigue, pain, and the mental load of caring for everyone else first. Together, we unpack:Why “all or nothing” thinking quietly sabotages consistencyHow social media shapes unrealistic expectations of what exercise should look likeThe difference between pain that needs attention and discomfort that simply needs movementWhy post-partum and menopause can feel like your body has suddenly changed the rulesHow gadgets and tech can be helpful but you don't ‘need' them either. How small, flexible habits may matter more than structured programsWendy also shares how she works with women in the clinic to rebuild confidence, adapt to new seasons of life, and move in ways that feel supportive rather than punishing.This conversation is a powerful reminder that strength is not about intensity or aesthetics. It is about agency, adaptability, and learning to work with your body instead of against it.I can't wait to hear what you're inspired to do after this show. Alexx StuartYour Host, Low Tox Life Podcast Fancy a few more podcasts we've done over the years, related to this one?Show #384 Could the Secret to Ageing Better be So Simple? Juliet Starrett Explains…Show #457 Dr Jocelyn Wittstein: Optimise your musculoskeletal system at any age, stage and situation.Show #390 Somatics: How to Make your Journey Real and True with Irene Lyon, MSc.Want to learn more about this week's guest? https://www.wendychorny.com/https://www.tiktok.com/@drwendy_physicaltherapyhttps://www.youtube.com/@Dr.WendyPhysicalTherapisthttps://www.instagram.com/dr.wendychorny/https://www.facebook.com/wendychornyhttps://substack.com/@drwendyptThank you to this month's show partners for joining us to help you make your low tox swaps! 50% off your first @zestinyfarmlife Box when you sign up to Compact, Classic or Bounty - Regenerative grown fruit and veg delivered to your door weekly or fortnightly. Pause or cancel any time. Head to https://bit.ly/zestiny to get started. Available for locations Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong, Blue Mountains, Central Coast@ediblebeautyau is here with 30% off site-wide! Try the new up-sized sunscreen in 200g to carry you the rest of summer or any of their wonderful products. Enjoy! CODE: LOWTOXLIFE. @ausclimate is our major partner giving you 10% off their range for the whole of 2026, with brilliant Winix Air Purifiers, the best Dehumidifiers I've ever used and their new energy-efficient heating, air-circulating and cooling range. code LOWTOXLIFE (also works over and above their sales - pro tip!) https://bit.ly/ShopAusclimateBe sure to join me on Instagram @lowtoxlife and tag me with your shares and AHAs if something resonated! I love to see your thoughts, genuinely! Want to support the Low Tox Life podcast? Free option: Leave a 5 star review wherever you listen to Low Tox Life - thanks SO much! Paid + Member PERKS: Join the Low Tox Club - monthly practitioner live masterclasses, a suite of low tox store discounts from around the world and the most supportive and lovely chat group on all low tox topics on the internet: Check it out and join here for just the price of a coffee per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
For many people, money is a source of anxiety and guilt. In this Roundtable conversation, we explore why the subject of money is so challenging, and also the small, realistic changes that can make money management feel easier. Resources & links related to this episode: Mrs. Dow Jones Reema Khrais Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When it comes to our health and well-being, something's missing from the checklist. Sure, we've got to get enough sleep, eat healthfully, exercise, and socialize. But one thing rarely makes the list – the arts. Singing. Dancing. Drawing. Visiting a museum. Going to a concert. Researchers are finding that these activities are not only entertaining, but they impact health and longevity in incredibly positive ways. One of the most important researchers behind this work is Daisy Fancourt, author of the book, Art Cure: The Science of How the Arts Save Lives. She shares powerful research findings, along with steps we can take to inject more of the arts into our lives. Daisy introduces us to a new frontier for improved health and longevity – the arts. For too long overlooked and underestimated. Episode Links Is 2026 the ‘Seatbelt Moment' for the Arts? Art Could Save Your Life! Five Creative Ways to Make 2026 Happier, Healthier and More Hopeful Interview with Julia Hotz, author of The Connection Cure The Team Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here. Support the Podcast If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show. Subscribe Click here and then scroll down to see a sample of sites where you can subscribe.
The Steve Harvey Morning Show for Friday, February 20th, 2026: Steve Harvey's Morning Inspiration | Show Open | Nephew Tommy's Run That Prank Back - "Thunderbolt" | Ask The CLO | Entertainment News | Mike Tyson Vs Floyd Mayweather | Roscoe Wallace | Nephew Tommy's Prank - "The Plumber" | Strawberry Letter - "The Secret Is Bound To Come Out" Pt. 1-2 | Junior's Sports Talk | Social Media Advice | Silly Adults Are Happier | Would You Rather | Steve Harvey's Closing RemarksSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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In this episode, The Happier Ladies share thoughts from their listeners and then they discuss highlights from the Happier and Happier in Hollywood Podcasts. Get in touch at happierladies@gmail.com Instagram @happierladies prepdish.com/happierladies Luna Luna Happier Ladies Merch YouTube suggestions: Malika: -Country Life Vlog -Apartment Therapy -Homeworthy -Living Big in a Tiny House -Alexandra Gater -Lindsey Scribbles -Emma Tamsin -Nami's Life -Rajiv surendra Azizi: -Darling Desi -Cecelia Blomdahl -Oralia Martinez -Fresh Baked -Ordinary Adventures-The Deal Guy -Simple Happy Zen -Enes Yilmazer -AD -NPR Tiny Desk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Lately, Liz and Sarah are finding the fun in their work, and today they break down the reasons why — setting priorities, taking ownership, embracing adventure, and more. In Career Lessons With Laverne, they talk to Career Coach Laverne McKinnon about The 80% Promise Method, and how it helps build the confidence you need to get something done. This week’s Hollywood Hack falls under the subheading of “Ojai Hack” — the Knitpatch. Finally, Sarah recommends the podcast Beth’s Dead. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They’ll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Laverne McKinnon: https://www.lavernemckinnon.com/ Laverne’s Moonshot Lab: https://laverne-mckinnon.mykajabi.com/the-moonshot-lab Knitpatch: https://knitpatch.com Beth’s Dead podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beths-dead/id1842968648?i=1000734116361 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is self-help actually helpful? In this episode of Question Everything, Danielle speaks with Gretchen Rubin, #1 bestselling author and co-host of the Since You Asked podcast. Danielle and Gretchen unpack some big questions when it comes to the rampant self-improvement era we’re living in now. Questions like: Can people ever really change? How do you make better decisions when every option comes with regret? In this episode, you’ll learn: Why getting enough sleep is the most underrated habit for happiness and productivity How your chronotype can impact your daily energy, mood, and life Why reunions and old friendships are a key to connecting with others, but also another version of ourselves Why self-help is not a one-size-fits-all approach to life The science behind how digital vs. IRL friendships impact the quality of our life What psychology tells us about how behaviors ultimately dictate the quality of our lives How to make tough life decisions without chasing “perfect” choices Practical strategies for reframing setbacks and career transitions Follow Gretchen on Instagram @gretchenrubin Check out Gretchen’s podcasts, Happier with Gretchen Rubin and Since You Asked with Lori Gottlieb and Gretchen RubinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this heartfelt sendoff episode, Kris sits down with her very first hire, Camille St. Martin, for a deeply meaningful conversation about the postpartum experience, nervous system regulation, and the importance of truly seeing and supporting new moms. Camille, now a mother of two and the founder of Ritual Movement Mama, shares how her own experience of isolation and identity loss after childbirth sparked a mission to help mothers reconnect with their bodies, their breath, and their inner wisdom, one slow movement at a time. Together, Kris and Camille explore what it means to return to yourself after birth, how child care leaders can support the full family system, and why "happier mamas" really do lead to "happier babies." This episode also marks a full-circle moment and a big transition — Kris's final episode as host of Child Care Rockstar Radio before passing the mic to new host and CEO of the Child Care Success Company, Jennifer Conner. Key Takeaways: [9:35] Camille talks about her experience of feeling isolated and disconnected after her children were born, and her desire to create a community of support for new moms. [10:14] Ritual Movement Mama is aimed at helping new moms feel at home in their bodies and regulate their nervous systems. [15:14] Camille shares her personal journey of quitting drinking and the coping skills she developed, which inspired her to help other new moms. [17:43] Camille speaks candidly about postpartum depression screenings, the cultural default to medication, and the urgent need for alternative, holistic support. [23:04] Instead of a rigid routine, Camille now teaches a "wheel of anchors," small, accessible practices like breathwork, movement, and prayer that help moms feel grounded again. [25:27] Camille's personal life and projects. [27:05] Fun fact! Camille INDEED was a professional hula hoop performer! [31:26] Her new virtual program offers guided journaling, somatic movement, and imagery-based integration for women navigating identity shifts in early motherhood. [34:58] Camille reminds child care leaders that they may be one of the first outside interactions for postpartum moms, and that those early moments imprint deeply. [35:50] Kris reflects on her own child care experiences as a new mom, emphasizing the power of environments that support both the baby and the mother. Quotes: "Moms right now are so isolated, and there is not a lot of support, and there isn't a lot of support around healing as far as stepping into motherhood and transitioning into motherhood and learning how to cope and how to regulate our nervous systems and how to move into motherhood gracefully." — Camille [10:04] "Lots of times we have the biggest shift of our lives and everything rearranges on the inside, our whole nervous system has been rearranged, and everyone just expects us to bounce back and go back to normal, and there's just not even a witnessing or a holding or a ceremony." — Camille [11:29] "I would say it's kind of a real honoring and reverence for the transition into motherhood through movement and other integration processes." — Camille [31:18] "Regulated mothers equal regulated children and happier families." — Camille [33:18] Sponsored By: ChildCare Education Institute (CCEI) Use code CCSC5 to claim a free course! Mentioned in This Episode: Kris Murray @iamkrismurray The Child Care Success Company The Child Care Success Academy The Child Care Success Summit Grow Your Center Childcare Education Institute: Use code CDARenewal22 to get $100 off your renewal Ritual Movement Mama | IG Miracle Morning
In an ever-growing world of mindfulness teachers and wellness influencers, Dan Harris has remained grounded with modest goals. One of those goals is baked into the name of his best-selling book and podcast, “10% Happier.” Dan talks to Rachel about his unconventional path from “self-centered journalist” to “alleged happiness expert,” and whether being a “good-ish” person is good enough.To listen sponsor-free and support the show, sign up for Wild Card+ at plus.npr.org/wildcard Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
We talk about how we’re using Determination Day (February 28) to reengage with our “26 for ’26” list. We also share listeners’ excellent suggestions for “Move 26 in ’26,” as well as an example of how understanding someone’s Tendency reduces conflict in a marriage. Resources & links related to this episode: Are you a Lark or an Owl? Strategy of Distinctions Strategy of Pairing Strategy of Accountability 21 Strategies for Habit Change Download the free Determination Day PDF here Lady Gaga singing "Won't You Be My Neighbor?" Give yourself permission to lower the bar. Elizabeth is reading: Unspeakable Things: Silence, Shame, and the Stories We Choose to Believe by Brooke Nevils (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is reading: The School of Night by Karl Ove Knausgaard (Amazon, Bookshop) Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The two practices that helped turn this self described scowling, sarcastic skeptic into an expert meditator. Devin Berry is a Core Guiding Teacher at the Insight Meditation Society and a residential retreat teacher at IMS and Spirit Rock. A meditator since 1999, his practice is rooted in long-term retreat practice and the mettā and vipassanā teachings of the Insight Meditation tradition. In this episode we talk about: Why mindfulness alone is not enough How mettā is part of four related mental skills called the Brahma Viharas The story of how and why the Buddha (according to the legend) invented mettā practice The role and practice of generosity A year long experiment that Devin ran in mettā and danā And lastly, how these practices can help us both on and off the cushion This episode originally aired on July 31st, 2024. Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to linkedin.com/happier. Warby Parker: Our listeners get 15% off plus free shipping when they buy two or more pairs of prescription glasses at WarbyParker.com/HAPPIER — using our link helps support the show. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris
Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of alcohol-related suicide. Please listen with care. Colleen Clifford lost her husband to alcohol, but it took years and a handful of wild card moments for her to confront her own relationship with drinking. 95% of the time? She felt in control. 5% of the time, something flipped. A split-second decision, a blackout, or a version of herself she didn't fully recognize. Today, we're talking about the psychology of the wild card, why "mostly fine" can still cost you your integrity, and the moment Colleen decided she would never again gamble with who she was becoming. IN THIS EPISODE: The wild card effect, and why it doesn't care how successful or in-control you are The staggering number of people binge drinking kills each year How Colleen coped with the loss of her husband while in the middle of the sea The integrity rupture that forces a woman to ask, "Who am I becoming?" Why writing Life Beyond the Binge felt non-negotiable LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Be sure to check out Colleen's website and learn more about her book, Life Beyond the Binge, which comes out in the spring. Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Join during the month of February and get the early bird rate. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.
When I called the emergency vet to ask a question about my dog Barnaby, her answer gave me an important insight into the challenge of decision-making. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What it really means to feel loved, and why many people who are loved don't feel it. Sonja Lyubomirsky is a preeminent happiness expert and Distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California. Harry Reis is one of the world's leading experts on relationships and Dean's Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Rochester. They are the authors of: HOW TO FEEL LOVED: The Five Mindsets That Get You More of What Matters Most. In this episode we talk about: What it really means to feel loved, and why many people who are loved don't feel it An antidote to loneliness A broader definition of love beyond romance Why feeling loved may be the true key to happiness How feeling loved is more in your control than you think The "relationship seesaw": lifting others up to feel loved yourself The power of curiosity, listening, and reciprocity Why dropping emotional armor is necessary for real connection Practical tools for feeling more loved Tips on asking better questions and showing real enthusiasm Why genuine curiosity, reciprocity, and emotional pacing deepen connection more than performative listening Related Episodes: Happiness Takes Work | Sonja Lyubomirsky Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to linkedin.com/happier. Leesa: Go to leesa.com for 25% off mattresses, plus get an extra $50 off with the promo code Happier, exclusive for our listeners. ZipRecruiter: To try ZipRecruiter for free, go to ZipRecruiter.com/tenpercent. FitBod: Get 25% off your subscription or try the app free for seven days at fitbod.me/tenpercent. To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris
Most people don't read that many books, maybe a few a year at most. So if you're only going to read a couple books this year, the decision of which ones you choose becomes really important.In today's episode, Ryan shares a handful of books he's confident are worth your time. They've changed him, made him better, and he believes they'll make you better too in a lot of different areas of your life.
Do you feel like your past is a heavy anchor preventing you from moving forward? In this episode of Calming Anxiety, we practice the powerful affirmation: "I move past the darkness of my past." Whether you are dealing with mid-winter burnout, old emotional echoes, or simply need a somatic reset, this 10-minute guided meditation is designed to help you reclaim your present moment.Join Martin, a clinical hypnotherapist, for this evidence-based mindfulness for beginners session. We utilize vagus nerve hacks like the "double inhale" to switch off the panic response and cultivate lasting inner peace. Stop huddling against the shadows of yesterday and start tending to your inner flame.Inside This Episode: Time Chapters[0:00] Cold Open: Breaking free from the shadows of the past.[1:13] Finding Your Sanctuary: Settling into a quiet place for total release.[1:56] Somatic Reset: Dropping the physical anchor with the life-giving "double inhale" breath.[3:25] Releasing the Armor: Unclenching the jaw and letting go of grey-mist negativity.[5:00] Affirmations for Rebirth: Repeating the declaration: "I move past the darkness of my past".[6:49] Visualizing the Cabin: Stepping out from the storm into your personal spring.[8:53] 3 Caring Tips: Practical tools for daily anxiety relief.[10:05] Outro: A heart-warming invitation to your next step in healing.3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive LifeThe Labeling Technique: When an old memory surfaces, simply say, "I am having a thought about the past." This breaks the mental spell and reminds you that the memory is not your current reality.Evening Reflection: Every night, write down one "hidden win" from your day. Focusing on your progress helps reinforce a positive mindset and shifts your attention away from your history.The Somatic Shake: If you feel the past weighing you down, stand up and shake your limbs for 30 seconds. This simple physical action helps release stored stress from your nervous system.Ready for more? This session is part of our series on Healing and Transformation. Make sure to subscribe and join us for the next episode, where we learn to use our inner light to bloom into a personal spring.Smile often, think positively, and to your beautiful soul: Be kind.
As part of the Move 26 in ’26 Challenge, we’re sharing a listen-along episode to pair with your 26 minutes of daily movement. Michelle Obama and her brother Craig Robinson discuss the role movement plays in a happier life and share favorite clips from podcasts like IMO and The Second Opinion with Dr. Sharon that explore how movement, discipline, and mental health shape who we become. Great listening for a walk, a workout, or any way you like to move. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If your mind feels like a browser with too many tabs open, it's time to detach from the noise. In this session, we use the "double inhale" breath hack—the fastest way to reset your nervous system and turn off the panic loop.Today, you are invited to drop the physical anchor and stop replaying the past. We practice the core truth that you are not your thoughts; you are the one listening to them. Switch your mindset to attract ease, success, and inner peace through deep mindfulness and somatic release.What You'll Experience:The Double Inhale Hack: A science-backed breathing technique to pop the lungs open and signal safety to the brain.The Rucksack Release: A visualization to drop the weight of the past and unclench the physical tension in your jaw and shoulders.Solar Plexus Radiance: Building an internal shield of golden light to protect your energy from the chaotic world outside.The River of Thoughts: Learning to sit on the bank and watch worries float by without getting swept away.Timestamps for Your Journey:0:00 – Cold Open: Detaching from the "Busy Mind" noise.0:45 – Welcome to the Inner Radiance Reset.1:12 – The 4-Minute Breathing Bridge: The Double Inhale Technique.2:46 – Mind-Body Connection: Scanning for tension and softening the jaw.3:17 – Releasing Negativity: Letting go of the "heavy rucksack."4:36 – Affirmation & Visualization: Embracing the radiance of the now.5:34 – Inner Light Expansion: Creating your shield of protection.7:27 – The River of Time: Detaching from worries and regrets.8:18 – "My Thing": 3 Caring Tips for a Happier Life.9:43 – Final Relaxation: Honoring your worthiness.11:15 – Join the Vitality & Boundary Series (Next Steps)."My Thing": 3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive LifeThe Labelling Technique: When spiraling, say "I am having a thought about..." to remind yourself that thoughts are not reality.The Somatic Shake: If stress builds, shake your hands and legs for 30 seconds to physically release stored trauma from the body.The Digital Fast: Leave your phone in another room for 5 minutes before any main event to create space for authentic connection.Next Step: This session is part one of our Vitality and Boundary Series. If you found peace today, please Subscribe and Share this show to help our community grow. Stay tuned for Part 2: Protecting Your Peace.
This episode of Calming Anxiety focuses on transitioning from survival mode to a state of soul alignment and spiritual grounding. In Part 3 of our "Winter Radiant Journey," titled The Energy Bloom, your guide Martin leads you through a somatic healing breath exercise designed to thaw internal tension and transform isolation into intentional connection.Experience a deep nervous system reset as you visualize a vibrant emerald green light dissolving the "cold spots" of stress in your body. Whether you are navigating high-functioning anxiety or burnout recovery, this session provides the energetic hygiene needed to create your own climate of inner peace.Episode Chapters00:00 – Finding Your Sanctuary: Transitioning from Survival to Alignment01:30 – Somatic Healing Breath: Thawing Internal Tension02:20 – Emerald Green Light Visualization for Holistic Healing03:45 – The Energy Bloom: Visualizing Your Inner Golden Light05:00 – Affirmations for Manifesting Peace & Overcoming Compassion Fatigue07:50 – 3 Caring Tips for a Positive Life09:20 – Grounding Back into the Present Moment3 Tips for a Happier, Energy-Aligned LifeThe Digital Sunset: Protect your subconscious by putting your phone in another room 30 minutes before bed.Micro-Moments of Awe: Spend 60 seconds daily observing nature (a leaf, a cloud, or light) to shift your brain from survival to appreciation mode and aid in cortisol reduction.The Power of "Not Now": Protect your energy by practicing the phrase, "I can't commit to that right now"—a kind way for empaths to hold boundaries.Join Our Community If this meditation helped you find your warmth today, please subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss a step in your healing journey.This show is a solo project, and your support keeps it on the road. Consider joining our Supporters Club for just $5 a month to enjoy an ad-free experience.A favor to ask: If you know someone shivering in the dark, please share this episode on your social media. You might just be the light they need today.Smile often, and to your beautiful self—be kind.
Life has a way of stripping all our reasons bare, of humbling our plans and assumptions. We must live, as Marcus Aurelius said, as if death hangs over us. Because it does.
Lately, Liz and Sarah have been loving their work community! From the HIH Facebook Group to the Killer Bee Zoom Work Hours and Live BTS: Working Lunches on Substack, they feel buoyed by being around other people — even if it’s virtual. In HIH WFH, they discuss the value of creating an outdoor workspace. Then they give a joint Hit to the WGA Moms Facebook Group, and a joint Bomb to the latest Apple iOS update. This week’s Hollywood Hack will improve your email communication — break up your paragraphs to make them easier for the reader to digest. Finally, Liz recommends Half His Age by Jenette McCurdy. Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It’ll come right to your inbox! Sign up for Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter Chickening Out at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. It’ll come right to your inbox! Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCra Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, and Side Hustle School . If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: The Nature Fix by Florence Williams: https://amzn.to/3MkZBth Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy: https://amzn.to/4a7xTcxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Note from James:This might be the most useful episode I've ever done. Not that the others weren't useful—they were—but this one goes above and beyond. It was also awkward for me, and honestly a little embarrassing, to ask some of these questions. I asked them anyway, and I'm glad I did, because the answers were excellent.This episode is with Dr. Nicole McNichols, who just released her book You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life. There was so much strong material that we split the conversation into three parts.This first episode focuses on what great sex actually is, the myths most of us have absorbed, and what really separates good sex from bad sex. Episode two will focus on the science and mechanics of pleasure—how sex actually works. Episode three will be about keeping the spark alive over time.I had a lot of fun talking with Dr. McNichols, and I hope you enjoy this first part.Episode Description:What actually makes sex good—and why do so many people get it wrong?In this episode, James talks with human sexuality professor Dr. Nicole McNichols about how modern myths around sex, porn, dating culture, and “chemistry” distort what people think they're supposed to want. Instead of performance, novelty, or intensity, she explains why pleasure, communication, and feeling genuinely wanted matter far more.They also unpack why anxiety and uncertainty are often mistaken for chemistry, how emotional and intellectual intimacy feed sexual connection, and why setting clear boundaries is essential—not just in relationships, but in dating itself.This conversation reframes sex in a way most people were never taught, grounded in research, real relationships, and practical self-respect.What You'll Learn:Why great sex is defined by pleasure, communication, and responsiveness—not performance or noveltyHow anxiety, inconsistency, and “the chase” get mistaken for chemistryWhy non-sexual touch and everyday intimacy directly affect sexual desireHow intellectual connection and feeling seen feed attractionHow setting clear boundaries in dating protects your emotional and sexual healthTimestamped Chapters:[00:02:00] Episode Preview: Porn myths, exaggerated expectations, and false ideas about desire[00:03:18] A Note from James[00:04:36] Interview Begins: Dr. Nicole McNichols' background and teaching human sexuality[00:07:05] What's the difference between bad sex and great sex?[00:10:16] The role of caring and communication[00:11:21] In defense of “vanilla” sex[00:12:47] Why non-sexual touch matters more than people realize[00:14:23] Intellectual intimacy and sexual attraction[00:15:25] Sapiosexuality and attraction beyond looks[00:17:03] Chemistry vs. anxiety in relationships[00:19:13] The real number-one sexual fantasy: feeling wanted[00:21:15] The myth of “playing the game” in attraction[00:24:30] Dating in the culture of ambiguity[00:26:14] Why intentional dating matters[00:27:55] Boundaries, confidence, and self-careAdditional Resources:You Could Be Having Better SexNicole McNicholsThe Gottman InstituteFundera powered by NerdWalletSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Happy almost-Valentine’s day to all who celebrate. It’s a time for love, of course. For fancy dinners. Cute notes. And hopefully, for some, a time for intimacy. We review some of the research, and get some advice, on our burning questions about sex, love and relationships. Guest Professor Nicole McNichols, author, You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life, @nicole_thesexprofessor Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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We talk why it’s valuable to “go for the no” instead of avoiding rejection and failure. Plus we give our suggestions for excellent same-day books and a hack for making email more efficient. Resources & links related to this episode: Get the Winter Bingo card here Subscribe to my "Five Things" newsletters here The English Understand Wool by Helen DeWitt (Amazon, Bookshop) Foster by Claire Keegan (Amazon, Bookshop) Prime of Miss Jean Brodie by Muriel Spark(Amazon, Bookshop) All Systems Red by Martha Wells (Amazon, Bookshop) Heartburn by Nora Ephron (Amazon, Bookshop) Wise Blood by Flannery O’Connor (Amazon, Bookshop) Elizabeth and Her German Garden by Elizabeth von Arnim (Amazon, Bookshop) The Summer Book by Tove Jansson (Amazon, Bookshop) Happy All the Time by Laurie Colwin (Amazon, Bookshop) Strangers by Belle Burden (Amazon, Bookshop) Different Seasons by Stephen King (Amazon, Bookshop) A Month in the Country by J. L. Carr (Amazon, Bookshop) Oh, William by Elizabeth Strout (Amazon, Bookshop) The Devil Wears Prada by Lauren Weisberger (Amazon, Bookshop) Piranesi by Susanna Clark (Amazon, Bookshop) Train Dreams by Denis Johnson (Amazon, Bookshop) A Child’s Christmas in Wales by Dylan Thomas (Amazon, Bookshop) A Murder Is Announced by Agatha Christie (Amazon, Bookshop) Elizabeth is reading: Wolf Hall by Hilary Mantel (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is reading: Random Harvest by James Hilton (Amazon, Bookshop) Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if everything you've been told about spirituality and mental health is wrong? In this powerful episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Anna Yusim—Clinical Assistant Professor at Yale Medical School, co-founder of the Yale Mental Health & Spirituality Program, and author of Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life—reveals the biggest misconception about spirituality and why it's not about religion, “good vibes,” or blind belief…it's about science, psychology, and lived experience. Dr. Yusim explains how connection to a higher power can measurably improve mental and physical health, how to have authentic spiritual experiences without religion, and the two ways to manifest—including which one actually works (and which one most people get wrong). Dr. Yusim also breaks down: - How spirituality, meditation, and manifestation can change your physiology, mood, & nervous system - What it really means to raise your frequency & how to do it in real life - Unconscious reprogramming: what it is and how to use it to break old patterns - Why surrender opens the door to creative solutions - How to overcome victim mentality while balancing personal responsibility & external circumstances - Breaking intergenerational cycles of self-sabotage using family constellation therapy - How to tell when family conflict can be healed, and when boundaries are necessary - How to protect yourself from energy vampires Dr. Yusim also explores the mystical edges of psychology, and where science draws the line: - 3 types of intuition and 4 intuitive pathways for receiving extrasensory information - Similarities and differences between psychics and schizophrenia, and how information is received in each case - Whether telepathy is heightened intuition, if anyone can access it (& whether they should) - Where spiritual practices fit inside a Western psychiatric model - How she clinically distinguishes between healthy intuitive experiences & serious mental health conditions that require treatment We also discuss: - How after-death communication through psychic mediums can help people process grief (and when it becomes unhealthy) - Crown Reading vs Third Eye Reading - Whether everyone has spirit guides or guardian angels, and how to navigate conflicting messages - Dr. Yusim's personal journey with claircognizance and the psychic reading that shifted her life path - Karmic patterns and the soul's repeating lessons - How to tap into your Higher Self - 3 universal truths found across all spiritual and religious traditions - How psychedelics help process trauma from a psychiatric perspective - Why the Law of Attraction may not be working for you - Why some people can train themselves to hold their breath for extraordinary lengths of time This episode is the bread & butter of MBB, bridging psychiatry, spirituality, intuition, trauma, and healing, without bypassing science or mental health! Dr. Anna Yusim's book, Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life: https://annayusim.com/book/ Learn more about Dr. Yusim's psychiatry & coaching sessions: https://annayusim.com/ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/ BialikBreakdown.com YouTube.com/mayimbialik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stop waiting for the perfect circumstances to feel joy. In this 10-minute mindfulness for beginners journey, we shift your mindset from reactive to intentional, providing deep anxiety relief and restorative power for those experiencing seasonal burnout or chronic stress.Success is measured by your ability to choose calm in the chaos. Today, we use powerful affirmations and nervous system regulation techniques—including the "double inhale" and somatic squeezing—to help you stop overthinking and silence racing thoughts. Whether you are looking for a morning meditation to set a daily intention or a way to unwind before sleep, this session provides a sanctuary for your consciousness.Inside This Episode, You Will Discover:The Double Inhale Technique: A physiological sigh to release immediate tension.The Golden Thread Visualization: A practice for heart-opening and grounding.Affirmation Power: Planting the seeds of happiness with the mantra: "I give myself permission to be happy."Mind-Body Connection: A focused scan to melt the "gray mist" of tension behind the eyes and jaw.Renewable Energy: A visualization of walking into a new season of abundance.3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive LifeGlimmer Hunting: Find three tiny moments of safety or joy throughout your day.The Play Intervention: Spend five minutes daily on something purely tactile and "unproductive," like drawing or dancing, to reset your nervous system.Somatic Squeezing: When stress arises, squeeze every muscle tight for five seconds and release to signal to your brain that the stress cycle is over.Timestamps for Deep Relaxation00:00 – Cold Open: The permission to be happy.00:27 – Introduction to Mindfulness for Beginners.01:08 – The Double Inhale: Breathwork for stress release.02:00 – Body Scan: Softening the "gray mist" of tension.03:43 – Affirmation Session: "I give myself permission to be happy."05:36 – Visualization: The glowing ember of the solar plexus.06:54 – 3 Caring Tips for a positive life.08:58 – Outro: Protecting your newly awakened energy.Join the SeriesThis episode is part of our "Protecting Your Energy" mini-series. Be sure to join us tomorrow for Part 2, where we explore how to maintain this inner peace and guard your renewable energy against external negativity.Subscribe to Calming Anxiety for daily guided meditations, sleep hypnosis, and panic attack relief.
Hadley Sorensen didn't stop drinking four years ago because everything fell apart. She quit because something felt off, even though from the outside, her drinking looked completely normal. That intuitive hit led her to do what only 1% of people ever do – write the book she couldn't find: The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking: "Everything in Moderation" and Other BS. Hadley talks about how she is dismantling the toxic narratives around "mommy wine juice culture" which can keep you stuck in shame, and the belief that you need a dramatic reason to quit. You don't need to keep doing something that makes you feel like crap just because everyone else is. IN THIS EPISODE: Why moderate alcohol use can leave you feeling out of alignment and stuck in shame The surprising discoveries Hadley made about her friendships since ditching alcohol Why Hadley lost followers when she stopped being the "wine-loving fitness mom" Why she wrote the book she desperately needed and couldn't find anywhere How mommy wine juice culture is evolving from sippy cups to perimenopause jokes LINKS/RESOURCES MENTIONED Learn more about Hadley Sorensen's book, The Dirty Truth on Social Drinking. Euphoric the Club is the club where successful women who don't drink (and the women who are becoming them) grow together. Get access to all of my alcohol-free programs and methodology for only $62. If you know you're meant to help other people change their relationship with alcohol and create a profitable online brand, get on the waitlist for the Empowered AF Coach 5x Certification – and get 5x certified as a world class alcohol-free empowerment coach, mindset coach, success coach, NLP practitioner, and hypnosis practitioner. Join during the month of February and get the early bird rate. Awarded the most empowering book in the sober curious genre, be sure to get your copy of Euphoric: Ditch Alcohol and Gain a Happier, More Confident You today and leave a review. Follow @euphoric.af on Instagram. And as always, rate, review, and subscribe so we can continue spreading our message far and wide.
What if everything you've been told about spirituality and mental health is wrong? In this powerful episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown, Dr. Anna Yusim—Clinical Assistant Professor at Yale Medical School, co-founder of the Yale Mental Health & Spirituality Program, and author of Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life—reveals the biggest misconception about spirituality and why it's not about religion, “good vibes,” or blind belief…it's about science, psychology, and lived experience. Dr. Yusim explains how connection to a higher power can measurably improve mental and physical health, how to have authentic spiritual experiences without religion, and the two ways to manifest—including which one actually works (and which one most people get wrong). Dr. Yusim also breaks down: - How spirituality, meditation, and manifestation can change your physiology, mood, & nervous system - What it really means to raise your frequency & how to do it in real life - Unconscious reprogramming: what it is and how to use it to break old patterns - Why surrender opens the door to creative solutions - How to overcome victim mentality while balancing personal responsibility & external circumstances - Breaking intergenerational cycles of self-sabotage using family constellation therapy - How to tell when family conflict can be healed, and when boundaries are necessary - How to protect yourself from energy vampires Dr. Yusim also explores the mystical edges of psychology, and where science draws the line: - 3 types of intuition and 4 intuitive pathways for receiving extrasensory information - Similarities and differences between psychics and schizophrenia, and how information is received in each case - Whether telepathy is heightened intuition, if anyone can access it (& whether they should) - Where spiritual practices fit inside a Western psychiatric model - How she clinically distinguishes between healthy intuitive experiences & serious mental health conditions that require treatment We also discuss: - How after-death communication through psychic mediums can help people process grief (and when it becomes unhealthy) - Crown Reading vs Third Eye Reading - Whether everyone has spirit guides or guardian angels, and how to navigate conflicting messages - Dr. Yusim's personal journey with claircognizance and the psychic reading that shifted her life path - Karmic patterns and the soul's repeating lessons - How to tap into your Higher Self - 3 universal truths found across all spiritual and religious traditions - How psychedelics help process trauma from a psychiatric perspective - Why the Law of Attraction may not be working for you - Why some people can train themselves to hold their breath for extraordinary lengths of time This episode is the bread & butter of MBB, bridging psychiatry, spirituality, intuition, trauma, and healing, without bypassing science or mental health! Go to https://helixsleep.com/breakdown to receive 27% off Sitewide. Check Out Odoo, The all-in-one platform to manage your business by visiting https://www.odoo.com/r/J4l Go to https://www.shopremi.com/BREAK and use code BREAK at checkout for 50% off Start your new morning ritual & get up to 43% off your @MUDWTR with code BREAK at https://www.mudwtr.com/BREAK #mudwtrpod Dr. Anna Yusim's book, Fulfilled: How the Science of Spirituality Can Help You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life: https://annayusim.com/book/ Learn more about Dr. Yusim's psychiatry & coaching sessions: https://annayusim.com/ Follow us on Substack for Exclusive Bonus Content: https://bialikbreakdown.substack.com/ BialikBreakdown.com YouTube.com/mayimbialik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stop running on optimization mode. Today, we change your metric of success from productivity to the miracles existing right in front of you. This 10-minute somatic reset is a guided journey designed for mindfulness for beginners and deep anxiety relief. Join Martin on the Calming Anxiety Podcast as we find the gap between who you are and the noise of your thoughts. Through specialized breathing techniques and restorative visualizations, you will flip the switch from "fight or flight" to "rest and digest." In This Episode, You Will Experience:The Double Inhale Breath: A proven "nervous system hack" to instantly turn off the panic response. Somatic Release: A guided body scan to unclench the jaw and offload the "heavy backpack" of weekly stress. Mind-Body Connection: Visualizing grey mist dissolving into clarity and peace. Affirmations for Presence: Internalizing truths like "I am honoring my capacity, not just my output." Winter Radiance Visualization: A journey to a peaceful cabin to rediscover your inner "pilot light" and the miracles of new beginnings. 3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive LifeTo help you carry this peace into your day, practice these three simple habits: Glimmer Hunting: Challenge yourself to find three tiny things that feel good (a nice smell, a song) and acknowledge them as "glimmers" to train your brain away from anxiety. The Fresh Air First Rule: Step outside for five minutes before looking at any screens to remind your body the world is big and open. Unspoken Gratitude: Look at someone tonight and silently list three things you appreciate about them to naturally shift the atmosphere around you. Connect With UsIf this session helped you find your center, please subscribe and share this episode to help grow our community of kindness. Remember, when you look in the mirror, smile often and be kind.
A famous quip illustrates an important point: Small debts burden the borrower; big debts burden the lender. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Many men over 40 take their health seriously but feel confused, frustrated, or quietly concerned about changes in their sex life. In this episode, Ted speaks with human sexuality expert Dr. Nicole McNichols about how stress, sleep, anxiety, body image, and relationship dynamics shape sexual health. They explore why common explanations like testosterone or blood flow often miss the bigger picture, and how unrealistic expectations fueled by culture and pornography can undermine confidence and desire. This conversation reframes sex as an essential part of overall health and longevity, offering a more grounded, evidence-based way to think about intimacy, performance, and connection. Listen now. Today's Guest Dr. Nicole McNichols Dr. Nicole McNichols is an internationally recognized professor of human sexuality, author, and speaker at the University of Washington, where her course The Diversity of Human Sexuality is the most popular in the school's history. She is the coauthor of Human Sexuality in a Diverse Society and the author of You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life. She writes for Psychology Today, The Seattle Times, and The Conversation, and lives in the Seattle area with her family. Connect to Dr. Nicole McNichols LinkedIn: Nicole McNichols Website: nicolethesexprofessor.com Book: You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life You'll learn: Why sexual health is a powerful but overlooked marker of overall wellbeing and longevity How stress, poor sleep, anxiety, and body image issues quietly reduce desire and performance Why pornography myths create unrealistic expectations that fuel insecurity and pressure How emotional connection, self-growth, and planned intimacy support a healthier sex life What Ted and Julie discuss: (00:00) Introduction (01:30) Meet Dr. Nicole McNichols (02:30) The Connection Between Health and Sex (05:30) Understanding the Pleasure Cycle (12:47) The Impact of Pornography on Sexual Health (24:31) Addressing Porn Use and Relationship Dynamics (31:51) The Importance of Planning Intimacy (36:07) Addressing the Root Causes of Sexual Issues (37:47) The Role of Therapy in Sexual Health (39:14) Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes (39:37) The Importance of Self-Growth in Relationships (59:27) Planning Intimacy and Pleasure (63:19) Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Join the Internship! https://alliworthington.com/interns Today's Valentine's Day episode is all about love, communication, and why relationships can feel absolutely magical one minute… and wildly confusing the next. I'm sitting down with Dr. Gary Chapman to dig into what's really going on when love isn't landing the way you hoped and why even the best intentions can still miss the mark. If you've worked hard at connection but felt like you and your partner speak past each other, this episode is for you. We'll name the hidden tensions behind mixed signals, silent hurts, and "I'm fine" moments to highlight what really disconnects us—often before arguments arise. We explore how a single negative moment can outweigh positives, how your unique personality shapes love languages, and how to spot when your partner's love tank is low—before it's too late. If you've wondered, "Why does love still feel hard?" this episode will clarify what's behind relational struggles and offer tools for understanding. Timestamps: (07:44) - How Your Personality Shapes the Way Love Lands (10:15) - The Fastest Ways We Accidentally Drain Each Other's Love Tanks (13:55) - The Quiet Warning Signs a Love Tank Is Dropping Before Anyone Says a Word (18:40) - Why Empathy Changes Everything (and How to Strengthen It) (26:20) - One Simple Shift That Fills Each Other's Love Tanks Faster WATCH ALLI ON YOUTUBE Links to great things we discussed: Wise Woman Era The Love Language That Matters Most The Uplift app is here! Try it free for 30 days. Join Alli's Internship – https://alliworthington.com/interns I hope you loved this episode!
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In this Mid Winter session, Martin guides you through a profound ten-minute journey into the heart of peace. As we navigate the complexities of the season, this episode serves as your "coffee break for the soul," offering a sanctuary of silence through somatic grounding for seasonal affective shifts and intentional breathing. We explore the power of internal light to drive away self-doubt and panic, while establishing a foundation for nervous system regulation for high-performance living.By focusing on the hypnotic rhythm of the breath, you will engage in vagal toning for deep stress recovery, allowing your mind and body to reunite in a state of true calm. This session isn't just a holiday pause; it is emotional fitness training for the new year, designed to help you master mindful self-compassion for holiday gatherings and beyond.Time-Stamped Chapters00:00 – Finding your quiet space and entering the sanctuary.00:41 – Somatic grounding through rhythmic breathing and chest expansion.01:54 – The Golden Light visualization: Adding fuel to your internal energy.0:12 – Expanding warmth: Pushing away worry and driving out the cold chill of winter.04:25 – Deep relaxation: Finding peace within the sanctuary of consciousness.05:17 – Emotional fitness training: Affirmations for priority and peace.06:20 – Visualizing grace: Staying centered amidst the noise of tomorrow.07:00 – Circadian reset for deep restorative sleep through silence.08:05 – Three Caring Tips for a happier, more positive life.09:20 – Proactive burnout prevention through stillness: Returning to the now.3 Caring Tips for a Happier, More Positive LifeThe One-Minute Digital Fast: Leave your phone in another room for at least five minutes today to create space for authentic human connection over digital consumption.Practice Unspoken Gratitude: Silently list three things you appreciate about someone you are with tonight to naturally improve the room's atmosphere.The Evening Reflection: Write down one "hidden win"—a small personal success—to reinforce a positive mindset for long-term well-being.Connect with Calming AnxietySupport the Show: Join our Supporters Club for just $5 a month to enjoy advert-free episodes and exclusive content.Share the Peace: If this helped you, please like, subscribe, and share on social media to help others find their center.Final Thought: Smile often, and above all, be kind.Break the Cycle of Anxiety Today Are you ready to stop the spiral? Join me in the Anxiety Circuit Breaker course, specifically designed to help you regain control and find your calm in just minutes. You can access the full course and take the first step toward a quieter mind by visiting calminganxiety.fm.
We talk about the power of reframing—specifically, reframing the meaning of a siren. We also talk about a passage from the novel “Little Women” that illuminates our experience of our father’s death. Resources & links related to this episode: Secrets of Adulthood newsletter on Substack Happier in Hollywood newsletter on Substack Find tips and hacks for No-Spend February here Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stop running on "optimization mode" and reclaim your restorative power. In this session, we shift the metric of success from how much you produce to how well you rest. If you've been carrying the weight of digital noise and the pressure to always be "on," this 10-minute deep dive is your sanctuary.This meditation is Part 1 of our Vitality and Boundaries series. We explore the mind-body connection through 4-count restorative breathing, visualization of your inner energy, and affirmations designed to honor your unique capacity rather than just your output.
It's Friday and time for the weekend... but why are the weekend's so chaotic?!? It's supposed to be the resting time, but with little kids in the house you're lucky if you can get a 5 minute nap in. This weekend, Kelly is headed to the Chicago auto show and debating on doing a viral trend on the way there. Is it cute or thirsty? Speaking of social media, Kelly and Lizz have some new Fast Lane Philosophies to do with social media. This might influence you to take some time off social media. But not too much time away from the Car Mom of course. Could it be your new micro-hobby? Kelly is about to make giving up sugar for lent her new micro-hobby! Will she make it? A listener sent a message asking for advice on two row SUVs and Kelly also has more advice on where to get your kids clothes. In Industry News, they speculate on what could be announced at the Chicago auto show, the Santa Fe redesign and which car companies are spending on commercials for the big game on Sunday. Most importantly, what are Kelly and Lizz going to be eating during the Super Bowl? They break down their menu for you!
Liz and Sarah have turned in another draft of their pilot to Netflix, which means once again they’re in a suspended “Schroedinger’s Cat” state. For now, they’re going to assume the cat is alive and well! In Take A Hike, they discuss their new favorite aphorism — Don’t water dead roses. It reminds them to put their energy where it can actually make a difference. They also answer a fun Mailroom question about their favorite duos. Liz’s is Laverne and Shirley. Sarah’s is cheese and crackers because of her dogs Cheesy Feet and Crackers. This week’s Hollywood Hack smells delightful — the Veuve Cliquot candle. Finally, Sarah recommends the app DramaBox. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah’s free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah’s Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They’ll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,’ a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, ’S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! LINKS: Denitra Letrice on Threads: @denitraletrice Veuve Cliquot candle: https://perrineswine.com/products/veuve-clicquot-candle?srsltid=AfmBOorsZbYAaQdvIfMLiav_Uttl-EUeq1oAkAg9ewVsy47Xj9Jmhn1t Tequila Corrido: https://ilovetequilacorrido.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorhL8_yxp5wzt54x1vBrSPE1UIf0T7ScprkQ5PZKx4ygACLxXCn DramaBox: https://www.dramaboxdb.com/movie/42000003486/kissing-the-wrong-brother Reel Short: https://www.reelshort.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In honor of No-Spend February, we talk about why it’s a good time to turn in your coins and to use up your gift cards. We also talk about the juggler vs. aerialist distinction, and how the Four Tendencies framework can illuminate an experience of family estrangement. Resources & links related to this episode: Coinstar Wall Street Journal article by therapist Rachel Glik Elizabeth is reading: Strangers by Belle Burden (Amazon, Bookshop) Gretchen is reading: Pnin by Vladimir Nabokov (Amazon, Bookshop) Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Practical advice from a straight-talking former criminal and occasionally profane Dharma teacher. Vinny Ferarro has practiced insight meditation (vipassanā) since the mid-90s. He's the Guiding Teacher of the Big Heart City Sangha in San Francisco and has led a weekly sitting group for almost two decades. As a fully empowered Dharma Teacher through Spirit Rock/IMS, he has taught residential retreats at various centers and currently leads Spirit Rock's Year to Live course. This episode originally dropped in May of 2024, but we're re-posting it because it was one of our most successful episodes. In this episode we talk about: Alignment Vinny's concept of "flashing your basic goodness" Noting practice The deep satisfaction in not seeking satisfaction Redirecting awareness Being an "empathetic witness" for yourself When to opt for distraction Not taking what's not yours Vinny's ancestor practice What is the connection between seeing our family patterns and not taking what is not ours? How loyal have we been to our suffering? Related Episodes: How To Be Okay No Matter What | Kamala Masters Vitamin E: How To Cultivate Equanimity Amidst Political Chaos | Roshi Joan Halifax Non-Preachy Ethics | Jozen Tamori Gibson Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Thanks to our sponsors: LinkedIn: Spend $250 on your first campaign on LinkedIn ads and get a $250 credit for the next one. Just go to linkedin.com/happier. Tonal: Go to tonal.com and use the promo code Happier for $200 off your purchase. Cozy Earth: Go to cozyearth.com/HARRIS for up to 20% off! To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris
Psychologist and sex educator Nicole McNichols joins Max to unpack how porn culture, misinformation, and disconnection are sabotaging intimacy—and how the science-backed tools in her new book You Could Be Having Better Sex: The Definitive Guide to a Happier, Healthier, and Hotter Sex Life can help you reclaim pleasure, confidence, and real connection at any age.15 Daily Steps to Lose Weight and Prevent Disease PDF: https://bit.ly/46XTn8f - Get my FREE eBook now!Subscribe to The Genius Life on YouTube! - http://youtube.com/maxlugavereWatch my new documentary Little Empty Boxes - https://www.maxlugavere.com/filmThis episode is proudly sponsored by:AG1 is my favorite multivitamin now in delicious new flavors! Enjoy a free welcome kit including flavor sampler, AGZ sleep, vitamin D+K2 with your first subscription. All you have to do is visit drinkag1.com/GENIUS.Wildgrain slow-fermented sourdough and fresh pastries go from freezer to bakery-level perfection in under 25 minutes. Yum! Get $30 off your first box and free croissants in every box at Wildgrain.com/MAX or use code MAX at checkout.
Can anyone become happier? Psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky studies this question in her lab, doing experiments on "happiness interventions" to see what kinds of actions elicit this sought-after emotion. In a quick talk, she shares the results of her work: a small shift that can change your relationships and put you on the path to happiness.Following the talk, Elise Hu, host of TED Talks Daily, interviews Lyubomirsky on additional changes people can do to feel more connected with each other in an increasingly online and chaotic world. Learn more about our flagship conference happening this April at attend.ted.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The traditional Russian practice of “sitting on suitcases” is an excellent ritual for anyone setting off on a trip. Resources & links related to this episode: Get in touch: podcast@gretchenrubin.com Visit Gretchen's website to learn more about Gretchen's best-selling books, products from The Happiness Project Collection, and the Happier app. Find the transcript for this episode on the episode details page in the Apple Podcasts app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Presented by Audible, Amy interviews Dan Harris, bestselling author of 10% Happier. They dive into panic attacks, mental health, meditation myths, and small changes that can make a big impact. Insightful, approachable, and perfect for anyone looking to quiet the noise and feel a little more grounded. Dan Harris is the author of the #1 New York Times best-selling memoir, 10% Happier, about a fidgety, skeptical news anchor who finds meditation. He’s also the host of the 10% Happier podcast where he interviews celebrities, entrepreneurs, authors, scientists, and meditation teachers about how to do life better. For 21 years, he worked at ABC News, where he anchored such shows as Nightline and the weekend editions of Good Morning America. You can learn more about Dan at DanHarris.com. For more of Dan’s journey with mindfulness, listen to his book 10% Happier, only on Audible. Kickstart your well-being journey with your first audiobook free when you sign up for a 30-day trial at Audible dot com. Membership is $14.95 a month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A conversation with Jay Michaelson, our Teacher of the Month for February, about his path to meditation, navigating multiple identities, and why he calls himself a "cynical, sarcastic bitch." Jay Michaelson is a meditation teacher, journalist, rabbi, and author. In this conversation with executive producer DJ Cashmere, Jay gets candid about his unconventional path into meditation—driven initially by greed for mystical experiences rather than a desire to reduce suffering—and how his practice has evolved over 25 years. We talk about: Why Jay identifies as a "greed type" in Buddhist psychology (and what that means) How to balance worldly activism with contemplative practice without getting "hollowed out" The concept of creating a "permission structure" to live the life you actually want That moment of spaciousness between stimulus and response (and how it saved Jay when he got heckled during LGBTQ activism) Whether meditation can help save humanity—and why Jay is both cynical and hopeful about this How neurotic Jay still is after 25 years of practice (spoiler: he's less reactive, but still neurotic) "Micro-moments" of awareness—five-second practices for people who can't go on long retreats Jay's guided meditations and live sangha sessions are available throughout February in the 10% Happier app. You can also find him at jaymichaelson.substack.com, where he writes Both/And, a newsletter about the intersection of spirituality, meditation, and politics. Join Dan's online community here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris