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Have you ever wondered how a personal tragedy can reshape your entire career? On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, special guest Nora Riva Bergman takes us through her extraordinary journey from a musician to a plaintiff's attorney and finally to a practice advisor at Atticus Incorporated. Nora opens up about a pivotal personal tragedy that caused her to reevaluate her career path and find her true calling. Gain unique insights into how she now helps lawyers achieve a harmonious balance between their professional and personal lives. Throughout this episode, we explore how Nora has impacted the legal community. From her early experiences in employment law, which she likens to “corporate family law,” to her tenure as the St. Petersburg Bar Association executive director, Nora's path has been anything but conventional. Learn the importance of building the right team, implementing effective systems, and balancing financial goals with personal well-being to succeed. Nora also shares her experiences as an author and the significance of maintaining a professional online presence in today's digital age. Lastly, discover Nora's practical strategies for effective time management and mindfulness. She talks about the power of small, consistent changes and how they can transform your practice and life. Nora's actionable tips are designed to enhance productivity and well-being, from blocking dedicated work time to creating a “to-don't” list. Plus, hear about her ambitious goal of circumventing the world on her Peloton bike, reflecting her broader philosophy of sustainable transformation. Join us for an episode packed with wisdom and actionable advice that will inspire and equip you to make meaningful changes in your life. In this episode, you will hear: Nora Riva Bergman's career transformation from musician to plaintiff's attorney to practice advisor at Atticus Incorporated How a personal tragedy led Nora to shift from litigation to mediation and teaching Nora's insights into effective marketing, time management techniques, and impactful daily habits The importance of developing the right team, implementing effective systems, and balancing financial goals with personal well-being The critical role of maintaining a professional online presence to support client trust Benefits of mindfulness meditation and the power of small, consistent changes over time Lessons from Nora's book “50 Lessons for Lawyers,” focusing on self-management, marketing, and building resilience Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. If there's a topic you would like us to cover on an upcoming episode, please email us at steve.riley@atticusadvantage.com. Supporting Resources: Nora Riva Bergman: Practice Advisor & Attorney: atticusadvantage.com/our-team/nora-riva-bergman One-on-One Coaching: atticusadvantage.com/what-we-do/tailored-coaching/one-on-one-coaching Disc Assessment: atticusadvantage.com/disc-assessment Nora's Author Page at Amazon.com: amzn.to/46eRT9I Author: 50 Lessons for Lawyers: Earn more. Stress less. Be awesome. www.amazon.com/50-Lessons-Lawyers-Stress-awesome/dp/0997263709 Author: 50 Lessons for Women Lawyers - From Women Lawyers: Career and Life Lessons From 50 Successful Women Lawyers: www.amazon.com/50-Lessons-Women-Lawyers-Successful/dp/0997263717 Author: 50 Lessons for Happy Lawyers: Boost Wellness. Build Resilience. Yes, you can! www.amazon.com/Lessons-Happy-Lawyers-Wellness-Resilience-ebook/dp/B09TPJGN3L Lean Thinking: www.lean.org/explore-lean/what-is-lean Cocoanut Grove fire: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cocoanut_Grove_fire Article: Study on Lawyer Impairment: The Prevalence of Substance Use and Other Mental Health Concerns Among American Attorneys: www.americanbar.org/groups/lawyer_assistance/research/colap_hazelden_lawyer_study Article: Stressed, Lonely, and Overcommitted: Predictors of Lawyer Suicide Risk: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9956925 Book: The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want: www.amazon.com/How-Happiness-Approach-Getting-Life/dp/0143114956 Book: Happiness at Work: Be Resilient, Motivated, and Successful - No Matter What: www.amazon.com/Happiness-Work-Resilient-Motivated-Successful/dp/0071664327 Book: Getting Things Done: www.amazon.com/Getting-Things-Done/dp/0143573195 Great Practice. 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You're listening to my most favourite interview I have ever done on my podcast.  A mega 2.5 hour sit down with incredible author, deep thinker, TED speaker and all round awesome human - Derek Sivers! He's my fav all time author and His books 'Anything You Want' & 'Hell Yeah or No' and ‘How to Live' are the absolute greatest. He'll be putting out into the world soon, his new book, ‘Useful Not True'.  Every time I read his books, listen to his TED talks or hear him speak, I am reminded to question my own beliefs, to walk my own path and to feel more joy. We talk entrepreneurship, living a meaningful life, money and chasing joy.  I hope you love this episode as much as I did! what a freaking joy it was to sit down with him for this conversation.    Where to find Derek Sivers:  https://sive.rs/  Email Derek and say hi: https://sive.rs/contact    Where to find Tina Tower:  Her Empire Builder: https://www.herempirebuilder.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tina_tower/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@herempirebuilder    For full show notes visit: https://www.herempirebuilder.com/derek  For the past episodes of the podcast visit https://www.herempirebuilder.com/podcast  Resources mentioned: How to live book by Derek Sivers Hell Yeah or No by Derek Sivers Anything You Want by Derek Sivers One Life Book by Tina Tower Million Dollar Micro Business by Tina Tower Awaken the Giant within book by Anthony Robbins  Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives by David Eagleman  City of Gold: Dubai and the Dream of Capitalism: Jim Krane The Magic of Thinking Big: David J. Schwartz Stumbling on Happiness: Gilbert, Daniel  The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by Sonja Lyubomirsky Be Your Future Self Now by Dr Benjamin Hardy The Tim Ferriss Show interviewing Claire Hughes Johnson on Building Stripe from 160 - 6000+ employees  Lenny's Podcast - How Netflix Builds a Culture of Excellence with Elizabeth Stone Erika LeMay https://www.erikalemay.com/  Notable timestamps: portugal citizenship in 2014 25:00 malta 800K euro 26:00 What you do daily 34:00 writing a new book 35:15 Shivers.com multi warehouse in Germany 35:48 daily habits 37:32 you cant be a musician without going on tour 38:50 don't just tell me what to do 40:20 how do you stay in highest priority 44:20 chapter in new book (need stubborn inappropriate flirt) 46:53 can you cohabitate? value system for parenting (always do the right thing) 49:15 how you hold your priorities?moved to pacific island 52:25 created environment that would work for me what does a meaningful life look to you 55:20 anthony robins days (ninja level planning) 56:35 "long term plans are who you were, today's plans are who you are" "businesses should be short term focused" do you live in a meaningful/chapter kind of life? 59:30 folder on computer "possible futures" 1:01:15 bangalore or india Met Stripe creator in SG 1:05:00 Struggle of going too fast all the time (Tina) 1:07:30 How do you discern when enough is enough? 1:08:15 Minimalist things 1:10:00 Awaken The Giant Within book 1:14:49 Useful Not True book 1:15:20 Distribution of books? 1:16:50 What is your #1 goal when you put the book out? 1:17:50 Your Music and People: Creative and Considerate Fame book 1:18:00 Hell Yeah Or No: What's Worth Doing book 1:19:40 How to Live book 1:20:05 Sum: Forty Tales from the Afterlives by David Eagleman 1:20:10 Tina will put pictures of the images from Derek's book 1:25:00 Duck or bunny optical illusion 1:27:00 Every book has a different goal 1:29:40 Belief that you challenged or changed while writing the book 1:30:30 City of Gold: Dubai and the Dream of Capitalism: Jim Krane 1:31:25 Movie: Huma romantic comedies 1:33:15 Poor things: Emma stone movie Jazz playlist mentioned Interview with Mark Manson: do you get tired of thinking about thinking? 1:34:10 When thinking of successful, who's the first person that come in your mind? 1:36:05 What's your stand on "Money doesn't buy happiness" 1:42:30 Richard Branson | Biography & Facts The psychological effect of not being desperate 1:52:10 What can you say about "People driven by money" 1:54:05 Do you think Entrepreneurship is for everyone? 1:58:30 How do you balance programming and writing a book 2:01:00 Derek's greatest moment of joy? 2:05:30 Fear of putting overthinking thoughts to the world? 2:06:22 Books Derek recommend? (Booklist on his website) 2:08:55 Fave book? Awaken The Giant Within The Magic of Thinking Big: David J. Schwartz 2:11:00 Stumbling on Happiness: Gilbert, Daniel 2:11:24 The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want 2:11:30 Be Your Future Self Now: The Science of Intentional Transformation Best advice for boks (get a collection) 2:13:00 https://www.erikalemay.com/ 2:17:25 Derek's favorite TV show? Poor Things (film) 2:18:00 Do you have a question that you ask people? 2:21:20 Is there a product you can't live without? 2:25:00  

How can you figure out your Why? Can you live for more than one Cause? Is your Pharmacy career externally or internally driven? The importance of spending time to figure out your Why References: Book - Simon Sinek: The Infinite Game Book - Sonja Lyubomirsky: The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want Visit www.katrinaazer.com to find out how I can help you to:

Can money buy happiness?  You can have all the money in the world and be completely unhappy.  How can they use money and time to live happier lives.   In this episode of the Finance for Physicians Podcast, Daniel Wrenne talks to Jeff Wenger, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), about the science behind using money and time to attain happiness. In the previous episode, Jeff discussed how physicians can better align time and money management with their values.  Topics Discussed: • Psychology and the Good Life: Laurie Santos's scientific research on happiness • Laurie's Lesson 1: Our minds are really bad at predicting happiness • Tangible vs. Intangible Things: What brings you the greatest happiness? • Laurie's Lesson 2: Circumstances don't play as big a role as people think they do • What drives happiness? 50% genes, 10% circumstances, 40% thoughts, actions, and attitudes • Laurie's Lesson 3: Time versus money, which do you value more? • Spare Time: Spend money on things that save time for best return on happiness • Trade Offs: Delegate to make time and gain back time that brings happiness   Links: Wrenne Financial Planning The Science of Happiness and How to Improve Your Happiness (Free Course by Dr. Laurie Santos) How to Be Happy: A Cheat Sheet Free Tests to Help Measure Happiness The Happiness Lab Podcast The GI Joe Fallacy: knowing is not half the battle How Much of Your Happiness Is Under Your Control? The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want High income improves evaluation of life but not emotional well-being by Daniel Kahneman and Angus Deaton Fire Your Financial Advisor (WCI Online Course) Finance for Physicians

We're revisiting our How to Thrive series co-hosted with positive psychotherapist Marie McLeod for Mental Health Month. This series first went to air in late 2021 - almost 12 months ago - while How to Thrive, the documentary, was still in production. It is now out in the world and showing in cinemas all over the country. "If only each of us realized the full extent to which all our problems, fears, and desires are shared by the rest of humanity, we'd all be so much more connected, self-forgiving, vulnerable, open, and free." In this, the 5th episode of our new weekly podcast series "How To Thrive" Marie and Ellen explore the fourth "beam" of the BEACON model: Compassion. It's relatively easy to feel compassion for others but practicing self-compassion is more challenging. Why, when we would give a friend facing struggle words of encouragement, do we beat ourselves up for not reaching expectations? And how is self compassion a super power? We discuss the answers and more in this episode. Listen in to hear Marie and I ask: What is compassion? How does it differ from kindness and empathy? Why is balance is important and how do we avoid 'empathy fatigue'? Why is it important to pay attention to our self-talk? What are the most common stumbling blocks on the road to self-compassion? And what are the tips for overcoming them? What are the three steps to self-compassion? Your quest for this week: Recall a time when you're were not proud of the way you showed up. How did you take the more self-compassionate route? Did you follow the three steps to self-compassion? (notice the moment, know that we are perfectly imperfect, and bring the intent to soothe ourselves rather than beat ourselves up) Tell us about it, we'd love to hear from you! Resources mentioned in this episode: Marie's website - needtoseesomeone.com and resources here. The Compassionate Mind (Compassion Focused Therapy) by Paul Gilbert Awakening Compassion at Work: The Quiet Power That Elevates People and Organizations by Monica C. Worline and Jane E. Dutton The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by Sonja Lyubomirsky Kristin Neff's The three elements of self-compassion Developing the Indomitable Gift of Compassion with Dr. Stan Steindl The Psychology Podcast with Scott Barry Kaufman Want to become a Potential Psychology Podcast VIP? You can now become a special VIP member of the Potential Psychology Podcast community with access to bonus episodes - the first of which is now ready and waiting for you. Dr Mike Rucker, co-host of our most recent podcast series on Fun and Wellbeing, and I are discussing the importance of making time for fun and positive experiences in our workplaces with tips on better email and meeting management and the kind of workplace we need to really thrive. To join as a subscriber, at the tiny little cost of AU$5.99 a month head to https://anchor.fm/potentialpsychology/subscribe. I'm looking forward to seeing you in our inner sanctum. Feedback? We want to hear from you. Email podcast@potential.com.au Want to hear more? It's all at potential.com.au/podcast Check out our Potential Psychology YouTube Channel here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/potentialpsychology/message

Please vote for me as host of Wellness While Walking, as part of the Top Mom Podcaster designation from Podcast Magazine. The link to vote is here, and everyone can vote daily until April 10, 2022. Thank you for your caring support! *** I don't think “Languishing” had a color on my mood ring in the 1970s, but it sure is a common mood these days. If you've been feeling blah, you're not alone according to expert Adam Grant. And it's not just a good idea to do something about it, but it's an imperative. I talk with ACC-level Coach Kelly Reznikoff about how to get from “fine" to flourishing! LET'S TALK THE WALK! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information Coach Carolyn on Clubhouse: @stepstowellness wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) KELLY REZNIKOFF Website for Positive Psychology Solutions Email Kelly at kreznikoff@icloud.com Follow Kelly on LinkedIn BetterUp for Individuals LANGUISHING There's a Name for the Blah You're Feeling: It's Called Languishing, nyt.com Living Into Our Values, brenebrown.com Are You Flourishing? Take the Quiz, nytimes.com Complete Mental Health: An Agenda for the 21st Century, psych net.apa.org Change in Level of Positive Mental Health as a Predictor of Future Risk of Mental Illness, alpha.aphapublications.org Meeting Suffering With Kindness: Effects of a Brief Self-Compassion Intervention for Female College Students, Journal of Clinical Psychology, onlinelibrary.wiley.com POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY, MASLOW AND MORE The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want, Sonja Lyubomirsky Motivation and Personality by Abraham Maslow – Summary A Guide to the Five Levels of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, masterclass.com Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-Being, Martin Seligman Seligman's PERMA+ Model Explained: A Theory of Wellbeing, positivepsychology.com HOW TO RATE AND REVIEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on Your iOS Device Open Apple Podcast App. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search” Search for “Wellness While Walking” Click on the SHOW, not the episode. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “Write a Review” Then you will be able to rate the show on a five star scale and write a written review! Thank you!   How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on a Computer   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-while-walking/id1489506534   Visit Wellness While Walking page on Apple Podcasts in your web browser Click on “Listen on Apple Podcasts” This will open Apple Podcasts and should bring you to the show, not a particular episode Scroll down until you see “Rating and Reviews” You may need to click on “See all” all the way to the right, near the Ratings and Review Section On the right side, you should see 5 empty stars – click on the one farthest to the right if you want to give the show 5 stars To leave a verbal review, please then head left and click on “Write a Review” Thank you!     How to Leave a Review on Spotify App on Your Phone Open the Spotify app on your device.  Tap the Search tab, then type Wellness While Walking on the search bar; this will lead you to the podcast's show page. If you are on a specific episode, just tap on the podcast's thumbnail and title to be redirected back to the show page.  Tap the rating immediately underneath the podcast's description. Alternatively, tap the More (…) icon, then choose Rate show.  Drag your finger or tap on one of the five stars to leave a rating. Thank you! The following apps might also allow you to rate and review the show. As of March 2022, there's no way to rate or review a show on Google Podcasts. Castbox Podcast Addict Podchaser Podbean Overcast (if you star certain episodes, or every one, that will help others find the show) HOW TO SHARE WELLNESS WHILE WALKING Wellness While Walking on Apple  Wellness While Walking on Spotify Link for any podcast app: pod.link/walking Wellness While Walking website Or screenshot a favorite episode playing on your phone and share to social media or to a friend via text or email! Thanks for sharing! : )     DISCLAIMER Neither I nor many of my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.     Thanks for listening to Wellness While Walking, a walking podcast and a "best podcast for walking"!

Associate Certified Coach, Kelly Reznikoff puts positive psychology to work, explaining to us and modeling for us what it means to design a fulfilling life, one of flourishing and actualizing our potential. We turn some assumptions about happiness and well-being on their heads, and we'll emerge with a vibrant and optimistic vision for how life can look! *** Please vote for me as host of Wellness While Walking, as part of the Top Mom Podcaster designation from Podcast Magazine. The link to vote is here, and everyone can vote daily until April 10, 2022. Thank you for your caring support!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information Coach Carolyn on Clubhouse: @stepstowellness wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com   RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) KELLY REZNIKOFF Website for Positive Psychology Solutions Email Kelly at kreznikoff@icloud.com Follow Kelly on LinkedIn BetterUp for Individuals POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY, MASLOW AND MORE The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want, Sonja Lyubomirsky Motivation and Personality by Abraham Maslow – Summary A Guide to the Five Levels of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, masterclass.com Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-Being, Martin Seligman Seligman's PERMA+ Model Explained: A Theory of Wellbeing, positivepsychology.com HOW TO RATE AND REVIEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on Your iOS Device Open Apple Podcast App. Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search” Search for “Wellness While Walking” Click on the SHOW, not the episode. Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” Click on “Write a Review” Then you will be able to rate the show on a five star scale and write a written review! Thank you!   How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on a Computer   https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/wellness-while-walking/id1489506534   Visit Wellness While Walking page on Apple Podcasts in your web browser Click on “Listen on Apple Podcasts” This will open Apple Podcasts and should bring you to the show, not a particular episode Scroll down until you see “Rating and Reviews” You may need to click on “See all” all the way to the right, near the Ratings and Review Section On the right side, you should see 5 empty stars – click on the one farthest to the right if you want to give the show 5 stars To leave a verbal review, please then head left and click on “Write a Review” Thank you!     How to Leave a Review on Spotify App on Your Phone Open the Spotify app on your device.  Tap the Search tab, then type Wellness While Walking on the search bar; this will lead you to the podcast's show page. If you are on a specific episode, just tap on the podcast's thumbnail and title to be redirected back to the show page.  Tap the rating immediately underneath the podcast's description. Alternatively, tap the More (…) icon, then choose Rate show.  Drag your finger or tap on one of the five stars to leave a rating. Thank you! The following apps might also allow you to rate and review the show. As of March 2022, there's no way to rate or review a show on Google Podcasts. Castbox Podcast Addict Podchaser Podbean Overcast (if you star certain episodes, or every one, that will help others find the show) HOW TO SHARE WELLNESS WHILE WALKING Wellness While Walking on Apple  Wellness While Walking on Spotify Link for any podcast app: pod.link/walking Wellness While Walking website Or screenshot a favorite episode playing on your phone and share to social media or to a friend via text or email! Thanks for sharing! : )     DISCLAIMER Neither I nor many of my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.     Thanks for listening to Wellness While Walking, a walking podcast and a "best podcast for walking"!

Justin and Eric chase after life's ultimate goal, but realize that rethinking happiness might be the only way to finally grab the carrot off the stick. Topics covered include:Defining HappinessThe How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want, by Sonja LyubomirskyA meaningful lifeContentmentHappiness is a dangerous wordEvolutionary system designed to eat and procreateChasing sex and stimulationEquating happiness with pleasureHomo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow by Yuval Noah HarariWorking with your evolutionary systemsMaslow's hierarchy of needsPhysiological needsSafetyLove and belongingEsteemSelf-actualizationPeople who enjoy all aspects of lifeFinding Joy in lifeHappiness versus Healthy-nessFeeling content in any situationThe attributes of satisfied peoplePositive brain chemistryAbsence of painHaving enough energy and vitality to pursue needsResilience to stressContentment and a sense of accomplishmentHaving a lack of regretSelf respectClarity and purposeThe byproducts of healthy diets and exerciseAs above so belowWhat happens after you work outArmoring your bodyMitochondria increaseNot skipping your workoutsSelf care is self respectThe clarity of pursuing healthThe horse before the cartThe importance of finding meaning Finding meaning as a head exerciseThe need to participate firstAnalysis paralysisConsidering how you things make you feel instead of what you think about itThe futility of anxiety and overthinkingUsing too much brain energyBalancing out your systemChanneling anxiety for goodGiving overthinking a purposeNo Stupid Questions Podcast with Stephen Dubner of Freakonomics and Angela Duckworth, author of GritHappiness in social contextThe right to the pursuit of happiness versus the right to happinessEasy is incompatible with happinessEducation, welfare, healthcare and pension systemsJeremy BenthamThe supreme good is the greatest happiness of the greatest numberThe suicide rates in the developed world versus traditional societiesMaterial goods and wealth won't bring happinessEric Erikson's stages of development Testing boundariesNot giving it your allTaoism 80/20 ruleGiving space to rest and reflectProving ancient wisdom empirically Combining excitement with tranquility

"If only each of us realized the full extent to which all our problems, fears, and desires are shared by the rest of humanity, we'd all be so much more connected, self-forgiving, vulnerable, open, and free."In this, the 5th episode of our new weekly podcast series "How To Thrive" Marie and Ellen explore the fourth "beam" of the BEACON model: Compassion.It's relatively easy to feel compassion for others but practicing self-compassion is more challenging. Why, when we would give a friend facing struggle words of encouragement, do we beat ourselves up for not reaching expectations? And how is self compassion a super power? We discuss the answers and more in this episode.Listen in to hear Marie and I ask:What is compassion?How does it differ from kindness and empathy?Why is balance is important and how do we avoid 'empathy fatigue'?Why is it important to pay attention to our self-talk?What are the most common stumbling blocks on the road to self-compassion? And what are the tips for overcoming them?What are the three steps to self-compassion?Your quest for this week: Recall a time when you're were not proud of the way you showed up. How did you take the more self-compassionate route? Did you follow the three steps to self-compassion? (notice the moment, know that we are perfectly imperfect, and bring the intent to soothe ourselves rather than beat ourselves up) Tell us about it, we'd love to hear from you!Resources mentioned in this episode:Marie's website - needtoseesomeone.com and resources here.The Compassionate Mind (Compassion Focused Therapy) by Paul GilbertAwakening Compassion at Work: The Quiet Power That Elevates People and Organizations by Monica C. Worline and Jane E. DuttonThe How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by Sonja LyubomirskyKristin Neff's The three elements of self-compassionDeveloping the Indomitable Gift of Compassion with Dr. Stan SteindlThe Psychology Podcast with Scott Barry KaufmanLittle Lessons for Leaders Masterclass: Creating Hard Stops on Meeting Creep and Zoom Gloom. Ellen's new online program for leaders grappling with hybrid teams in a post-COVID world is now open. Register here.Feedback? We want to hear from you. Email podcast@potential.com.auWant to hear more? It's all at potential.com.au/podcastCheck out our Potential Psychology YouTube Channel here

Most people would agree that happiness is one of the most salient and significant dimensions of human experience. After all, wouldn't we all like to be happy? But what exactly is happiness? And how do we get more of it? Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., has dedicated her career to studying human happiness, and on this episode of POTC, she joins Yael to answer this question and more! Join us in this episode to learn the empowering practice of cultivating your own happiness through practical, evidence-based strategies today! Listen and Learn: The evidence-based strategies Yael and Diana use to foster happiness in their livesSonja expertly breaks down what different studies are telling us about predicting and maintaining happinessSonja's goals for your happiness and how she can help you build those through evidence-based strategies and practicesThe empowering practice of cultivating your own happinessHedonic adaptation and how it fits into the scientific art of cultivating happinessPractical advice for taking charge of your own happiness right now!Fostering happiness in the presence of positive and negative memories and experiencesWhich happiness-building activities work better for specific dispositions and temperamentsThe erroneous beliefs and myths about what makes us happy or unhappy Resources: Read Sonja's books, The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want and The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, But Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, But DoesLearn more about Barbara Fredrickson  Read Danny Kahneman's study on parenting and happiness Paul Bloom's recent Atlantic piece on parenting and happinessGrab your copy of all our favorite books at bookshop.org/shop/offtheclockpsych.Check out Debbie, Diana, Yael, and Jill's websites to access their offerings, sign up for their newsletters, buy their books, and more! About Sonja Lyubomirsky: Sonja Lyubomirsky, Ph.D., is a Distinguished Professor and the Vice Chair of the Department of Psychology at the University of California where she currently runs the Positive Activities & Well-Being Lab. She earned both her A.B. in Psychology and her Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Stanford University. She has dedicated her career to studying human happiness, focusing on three main questions: 1) What makes people happy? 2) Is happiness a good thing, and 3) How and why can people learn to lead happier, more flourishing lives? Sonja has published numerous studies and made multiple media appearances exploring and discussing the answers to these questions. She has also published multiple books about happiness including The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want and her most recent work, The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, But Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, But Does. Learn more about Sonja at her website, sonjalyuobmirsky.com! Related Episodes: Episode 2. Hygge – Happiness and the Danish Art of Cozy Connection  Episode 48. Practical Wisdom with Barry SchwartzEpisode 97. The New Happiness with Matthew McKayEpisode 116. Building a Meaningful, Values-based Life with Jenna LeJeune   Episode 180. Choosing to Live Your Values with Benji SchoendorffEpisode 192. Happier with Tal Ben-ShaharEpisode 224. The Sweet Spot with Paul Bloom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Episode 03, “It's Not About You” Southern sisters Courtney and Carley discuss the possibility that throughout the pandemic self-care has taken the front seat to being selfless. Listen to this week's episode for a transformative personal story, scientific research on how to find happiness and, of course, a quirky Southern adage or two.   Book referenced: “The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want” by Sonja Lyubomirsky https://www.amazon.com/How-Happiness-Approach-Getting-Life/dp/0143114956/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=the+how+of+happiness&qid=1637020224&sr=8-1 YouTube Video referenced: “The How of Happiness with Sonja Lyubomirsky, PhD, at Happiness and Its Causes 2016” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7JDbP_x8So

The Happiness Tips author himself, Chris Croft, distills and shares his top ten tips for more happiness at work. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The myths about happiness at work 2) How to rewire your brain to choose happiness 3) The affirmation to add to your morning routine Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep650 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CHRIS — Chris is one of the top authors on Linkedin Learning, with 34 video courses recorded during 11 visits to Los Angeles, on subjects including Project Management, Time Management, Process Improvement, Assertiveness, Surviving Organisational Change, and Happiness, with 25,000 views a day and over eleven million views in total. His Happiness course is one of the most viewed happiness courses in the world, with nearly a million views on lynda.com and linkedin - its 52 practical things you can do to increase your happiness. He has published 15 books including The Big Book of Happiness, and he has produced a number of free apps including JobsToDo and Daily Happiness Tips. His free monthly email tips are sent to 20,000 people (www.free-management-tips.co.uk). • Book: The Big Book of Happiness: 87 Practical Ideas • Website: ChrisCroft.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by Sonja Lyubomirsky • Book: The Road Less Traveled, Timeless Edition: A New Psychology of Love, Traditional Values and Spiritual Growth by M. Scott Peck • Past episode: 162: The Only 5 Ways to Get More Done with Chris Croft • Personality: Albert Schweitzer • Personality: Sonja Lyubomirsky — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Monday.com. Experience a 14-day free trial of the Work OS that boosts the ownership, joy, and efficiency of work. • Blinkist. Read or listen to summarized wisdom from thousands of nonfiction books! Free trial available at blinkist.com/awesome See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to Difficult Conversations - Lessons I Learned as an ICU Physician with Dr. Anthony Orsini. My special guest today is Dr. Jonathan Fisher, a Harvard-trained physician, practicing cardiologist, certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, and global keynote speaker. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Fisher has helped thousands of individuals live longer and better lives. Having recovered from his own painful and long journey through anxiety, depression, and burnout, he now helps organizations, leaders, and teams heal and reverse the spiral of disengagement and burnout by sharing proven concepts and methods to enhance joy and peak performance. Dr. Fisher currently serves leadership roles in various departments and is the Founder of Mind Heart Now, LLC, and leads transformational interactive programs for teams and organizations. He is here today to discuss a variety of topics that are seriously affecting our healthcare with respect to provider crisis. We begin with Dr. Fisher sharing the story of his life growing up, how he became a physician, and the struggles he had starting in his teenage years. He talks about when he recognized that what he was experiencing was more than just stress and anxiety, but depression. We learn how Dr. Fisher recovered from his depression, which started simply by googling, “How can I be happy again?” Dr. Fisher discusses meditation and yoga and the research behind it, and the significance of “I feel, therefore I am.” He also tells us about “mindfulness of the heart” to prevent heart disease, and the American Heart Association endorsing meditation as an adjunct to treating cardiovascular disease, which was an incredible validation that this stuff not only helped heal his own anxiety and depression, but is helpful for patients as well. Find out what Dr. Fisher has to say when he discovered that mindfulness has a lot to say about communication. Dr. Orsini and Dr. Fisher chat about the importance of forming a real relationship with patients, how information does not heal people, and how powerful compassion’s effects on the human heart is. Dr. Fisher gives great advice on how to have a conversation with yourself first and how to move forward. We end with Dr. Fisher sharing with us his most difficult conversations that he’s had and some amazing advice. Host: Dr. Anthony OrsiniGuest:Dr. Jonathan FisherFor More Information:The Orsini WayThe Orsini Way-FacebookThe Orsini Way-LinkedinThe Orsini Way-InstagramThe Orsini Way-TwitterIt’s All In The Delivery: Improving Healthcare Starting With A Single Conversation by Dr. Anthony OrsiniResources Mentioned:Mind Heart NowhappyheartMD-The Mindful Heart Doctor-YouTubeJonathan Fisher, MD-LinkedinJonathan Fisher, MD-TwitterThe How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Can money buy happiness? You can have all the money in the world and be completely unhappy. How can they use money and time to live happier lives. In this episode of the Finance for Physicians Podcast, Daniel Wrenne talks to Jeff Wenger, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), about the science behind using money and time to attain happiness. In the previous episode, Jeff discussed how physicians can better align time and money management with their values. Topics Discussed: Psychology and the Good Life: Laurie Santos’s scientific research on happiness Laurie’s Lesson 1: Our minds are really bad at predicting happiness Tangible vs. Intangible Things: What brings you the greatest happiness? Laurie’s Lesson 2: Circumstances don’t play as big a role as people think they do What drives happiness? 50% genes, 10% circumstances, 40% thoughts, actions, and attitudes Laurie’s Lesson 3: Time versus money, which do you value more? Spare Time: Spend money on things that save time for best return on happiness Trade Offs: Delegate to make time and gain back time that brings happiness Links: Wrenne Financial Planning The Science of Happiness and How to Improve Your Happiness (Free Course by Dr. Laurie Santos) How to Be Happy: A Cheat Sheet Free Tests to Help Measure Happiness The Happiness Lab Podcast The GI Joe Fallacy: knowing is not half the battle How Much of Your Happiness Is Under Your Control? The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want High income improves evaluation of life but not emotional well-being by Daniel Kahneman and Angus Deaton Fire Your Financial Advisor (WCI Online Course) Finance for Physicians

Intro/outro: "Politics as Usual" by Jay-Z from is 1996 album "Reasonable Doubt" Interact with the show on Twitter @deepcoverpod or hit us up individually: @carey1313 @chrisjustjoking @abukari Carey's book recommendation: "The How of Happiness: A New Approach of Getting the Life You Want" by Sonja Lyubomirsky

Odcinek 45 podcastu Z Warsztatu Lidera „Jak budować szczęśliwe miejsca pracy?” to rozmowa z Piotrem Lorenzem HR Lead& Chief Happiness Offficer w Xceedance.Rozmawiamy dziś o szczęściu, które nie jest jednak rozpatrywane, jako chwilowy stan emocjonalny, związany z uczuciem przyjemności lub sprzyjający zbieg okoliczność. W naszym odcinku chcemy podkreślić sprawczość, która wiąże się z pojęciem Happiness at Work. Odpowiemy m.in. na pytanie, czy obecność benefitów koreluje z poczuciem szczęścia pracowników i jakie są inne narzędzia wspierające tę wyjątkową wartość. Na przykładzie firmy Xceedance, Piotr opowie o tym, jak, jak zbudować taką kulturę organizacyjną, która pomoże ludziom osiągnąć poczucie zadowolenia i na co to szczęście się właściwie przekłada?Posłuchaj najnowszego odcinka Z Warsztatu Lidera, aby dowiedzieć się jak budować szczęśliwe miejsca pracy, również w Twojej organizacji.Pytania do odcinka:Czym jest happiness at work?W jaki sposób dba o pracowników Chief Officer/Manager of Happiness at Work?Jak implementować teorię naukową nt. Happiness at Work na potrzeby codziennej pracy w organizacji?Rola lidera zespołu w kreowaniu szczęścia w pracyJak wspierać budująca rolę emocji w środowisku pracy?Polecane linki:Profil LinkedIn Piotra Lorenza: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piotrlorenz/Lektury polecane przez Piotra na temat happiness at work: Podejście biznesowe: 1.      Alexander Kjerulf - "Leading with Happiness"2.      Alexander Kjerulf - "Happy Hour is 9 to 5. How to love your job, Love your life and Kick Butt at Work"3.       Tony Hseih - "Delivering Happiness"4.      Shawn Achor - "The Happiness Advantage. How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life"5.      Jennifer Moss and Shawn Achor "Unlocking Happiness at Work: How Data-driven Happiness Strategy Fuels Purpose, Passion and Performance"Podejście naukowe: 1.      Martin Seligman "Authenthic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment"2.      Marting Seligman "Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being"3.      Sonya Lyubomirsky "The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want"4.      Sonya Lyubomirsky "The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, but it Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, but Does"5.      Barbara Fredricskon "Positivity. The Top-Noch Research Reveals the 3-to-1 Ratio That Will Change Your Life"Instytucje naukowe: 1.      Greater Good Science Center (Berkley University): https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/2.      Happiness Studies Academy: https://www.happinessstudies.academy/Link do odcinka na Youtube:

Odcinek 45 podcastu Z Warsztatu Lidera „Jak budować szczęśliwe miejsca pracy?” to rozmowa z Piotrem Lorenzem HR Lead& Chief Happiness Offficer w Xceedance.Rozmawiamy dziś o szczęściu, które nie jest jednak rozpatrywane, jako chwilowy stan emocjonalny, związany z uczuciem przyjemności lub sprzyjający zbieg okoliczność. W naszym odcinku chcemy podkreślić sprawczość, która wiąże się z pojęciem Happiness at Work. Odpowiemy m.in. na pytanie, czy obecność benefitów koreluje z poczuciem szczęścia pracowników i jakie są inne narzędzia wspierające tę wyjątkową wartość. Na przykładzie firmy Xceedance, Piotr opowie o tym, jak, jak zbudować taką kulturę organizacyjną, która pomoże ludziom osiągnąć poczucie zadowolenia i na co to szczęście się właściwie przekłada?Posłuchaj najnowszego odcinka Z Warsztatu Lidera, aby dowiedzieć się jak budować szczęśliwe miejsca pracy, również w Twojej organizacji.Pytania do odcinka:Czym jest happiness at work?W jaki sposób dba o pracowników Chief Officer/Manager of Happiness at Work?Jak implementować teorię naukową nt. Happiness at Work na potrzeby codziennej pracy w organizacji?Rola lidera zespołu w kreowaniu szczęścia w pracyJak wspierać budująca rolę emocji w środowisku pracy?Polecane linki:Profil LinkedIn Piotra Lorenza: https://www.linkedin.com/in/piotrlorenz/Lektury polecane przez Piotra na temat happiness at work: Podejście biznesowe: 1.      Alexander Kjerulf - "Leading with Happiness"2.      Alexander Kjerulf - "Happy Hour is 9 to 5. How to love your job, Love your life and Kick Butt at Work"3.       Tony Hseih - "Delivering Happiness"4.      Shawn Achor - "The Happiness Advantage. How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life"5.      Jennifer Moss and Shawn Achor "Unlocking Happiness at Work: How Data-driven Happiness Strategy Fuels Purpose, Passion and Performance"Podejście naukowe: 1.      Martin Seligman "Authenthic Happiness: Using the New Positive Psychology to Realize Your Potential for Lasting Fulfillment"2.      Marting Seligman "Flourish: A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Well-being"3.      Sonya Lyubomirsky "The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want"4.      Sonya Lyubomirsky "The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, but it Doesn't, What Shouldn't Make You Happy, but Does"5.      Barbara Fredricskon "Positivity. The Top-Noch Research Reveals the 3-to-1 Ratio That Will Change Your Life"Instytucje naukowe: 1.      Greater Good Science Center (Berkley University): https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/2.      Happiness Studies Academy: https://www.happinessstudies.academy/Link do odcinka na Youtube:

Ini adalah sesi kedua obrolan segmen Buku Tamu bersama Haya Serena (@ibu.rt), seorang psikolog dan HR consultant, di podcast buku Podcast Main Mata. Di bab ini Rena berbagi cerita tentang cara-cara yang bisa dilakukan oleh seseorang supaya tetap bisa bahagia di tengah menghadapi situasi sulit, salah satunya di masa pandemi COVID-19 saat ini. Rena memaparkan bahwa cara seseorang untuk mencapai kebahagiaan tidak semuanya sama. Ada yang bisa merasa bahagia dengan bersyukur, ada juga yang dengan melakukan hal-hal lain. Dalam buku The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want yang ditulis oleh Sonja Lyubomirsky dituliskan bahwa ada 12 cara atau pendekatan untuk kita bisa memperoleh hidup yang lebih bahagia, dan sebagai individu. Sonja memaparkan pengukuran yang dapat digunakan untuk mengetahui tingkat kebahagiaan kita dan membantu kita memilih dari 12 cara bahagia yang paling sesuai dengan karakter, aset, sasaran, dan kebutuhan yang kita miliki. Selamat mendengarkan!

Sonja Lyubomirsky is a professor of Psychology at the University of California - Riverside. Her research on the science of happiness has been the recipient of many honors.  She is a best-selling author of the books The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want and The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, but Doesn’t, What Shouldn’t Make You Happy, but Does. In this conversation, you will hear Sonja share her thoughts and findings on happiness.  Sonja shares some of her findings that prove that positive activity interactions work.  Sonja also talks about some of the myths of happiness, which is the topic of her latest book.  She talks about the identification process to determine which interactions may work for individuals.  She also talks about happiness in group dynamics, specifically the workplace.  Sonja must present these interventions in various ways, depending on the environment and situation and she explains how she does that.   Connect with Sonja Lyubomirsky: Website: http://sonjalyubomirsky.com/ You’ll Learn: [01:57] - Sonja shares what she hopes attendees gain from her presentations on happiness. Sonja says that it is possible to become happier. [03:06] - Happiness is a broad term and Sonja describes how she defines the term.   [04:07] - Sonja’s talks about the short-term and long-term improvements people can make with happiness.  She explains that short-term happiness is easier to achieve than long-term happiness. [05:10] - Sonja describes the benefits of people being happy in the workplace.  She also explains why it’s not a good thing to be “too happy” in the workplace. [06:46] - Sonja lists a few interventions that people can use in the workplace to become happier at work. [08:38]- Sonja shares some of her findings that prove that positive activity interventions work.  She talks about gratitude and the role that factors like culture and dosage play a role. [10:37] - In her book, The How of Happiness, Sonja provides a survey to help determine which interventions might work for individuals.  She talks about this identification process. [13:04] - Sonja shares some of the myths of happiness. [15:32] - Sonja talks about the idea of happiness and well-being in social environments and with each other in various relationships. [16:50] - Happiness shouldn’t be forced on anyone. Sonja talks about situations where happiness interventions aren’t the right strategy. [19:11] - Sonja explains how she presents these interventions in different types of workplaces. [20:00] - The Lightning Round with Sonja Lyubomirsky Your Resources: The International Positive Psychology Association’s 5th World Congress on Positive Psychology Born to Be Good: The Science of a Meaningful Life - Dacher Keltner The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence - Dacher Keltner The Art of Happiness - Dalai Lama The Undoing Process: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds - Michael Lewis Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again this week.  If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of this post.   Also, please leave an honest review for the Making Positive Psychology Work Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. They do matter in the rankings of the show, and I read each and every one of them. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. It’s free! Special thanks to Sonja for joining me this week. Until next time, take care!

Do you ever look at your life and think, "I should be happier?" Despite many good things in our lives, most of us aren't happy. This week I'm reviewing Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky's book: The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want, a brilliant, research supported book that teaches solutions to being happy in life. Show notes and free guide available at: www.drmelissasmith.com/episode-17

IntroductionOur guest this week is Dana Smith, a Life & Success CoachWe learn about resilience and the ability to bounce back after adversity.We find out why it’s important to Listen to your body and mind, and why personal beliefs and lack of self-compassion may hold a person back.We also discover how Dana’s unique background in the health profession helps her serve her coaching clients using a more holistic approach.Links mentioned on the showThe How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want - Sonya LyubomirskiCoachMe on Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTubeKey Takeaway SummaryWe learn about Dana’s coaching story and how her background helps her take a holistic view of helping people ThriveDana explains her approach to coaching as being very intuitive, trusting, spiritual, and client-based.Dana introduces us to her area of expertise of Life & Success Coaching and we explore topics such as resilience, self-compassion, personal believes & truths, hope, and feeling less overwhelmed.3 coaching questions to help us listeners Thrive:What does your body want you to know right now?What will you say “no” to?Who are you becoming?Dana tells us that she particularly likes working with women who are go-getters, show up whole-heartedly, and want to make a strong impact on the world, be it as entrepreneurs, professionals, or artists, as well as women planning motherhood or are about to go/ are in/ coming out of, a transition phase. Dana operates from a spiritual place and likes exploring this with her clients if they want to.We talk about one of the books Dana currently read and recommends: The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want - Sonya LyubomirskiQuestions In A Bag – Find out the answers to these random questions: “What is important to you?”, “What’s on your mind?”, “What is your dream?”Book a free initial consultation session with Dana Smith now at CoachMeVancouver.com/bookCoachMe Vancouver. Listen. Connect. Thrive.

HTF 027: Happy Brain Science “We go about pursuing happiness backwards. We think once we accomplish our goals we’ll be happy, but science shows that happiness is essential as a first step to accomplishing our goals.”   Can we be truly happy at work? Science says yes. Hear from two leaders who have made it their mission to make you happy. When these experts say happiness, they mean deep, sustained well-being. New research on happiness is comforting. Learn what you can do to bring your “prime brain real estate online” and improve your life in ways that will make you a more satisfied person. This is not based on opinion, but backed by science.     Host Amy Pearl, Executive Director, Hatch Innovation   Guests Scott Crabtree, Chief Happiness Officer, Happy Brain Science Ayla Lewis, Speaker and Facilitator, Happy Brain Science In this episode you’ll learn Why happiness -- “subjective well being“ -- could change your life. Happier people are more successful, make more money, have more satisfying relationships, and even live longer. Becoming happier is possible, in some cases within four week. This is backed by peer-reviewed research. Why happiness has to happen before success and achievement can occur. Learn the single most effective thing you can do to boost happiness. More about Scott Crabtree As the Founder and Chief Happiness Officer at Happy Brain Science, Scott Crabtree empowers individuals and organizations to apply findings from cutting-edge neuroscience and psychology to boost productivity and happiness at work.  Scott’s audiences range from intimate groups of five CEOs to groups of thousands at conferences. Recent clients include Microsoft, Bose, Blizzard Entertainment, and Dreamworks. His insights have been quoted in Inc., InfoWorld, Fortune, and VentureBeat among other publications. In his 25-year career, Scott has served as a leader in game development and software engineering. He’s founded startups and worked at a variety of technology companies large and small. In early 2012, he resigned his position as Tech Strategist at Intel to pursue his passion full time: helping people apply science to be happier and more successful. “I loved making games and apps,” he says, “But when I began to delve into the science of happiness, I realized that I was onto something. Beyond just being pleasant, happiness at work can significantly increase productivity, creativity, and engagement. It makes for better organizations and more successful people.” Scott holds a B.A. in Cognitive Science from Vassar College. When he is not immersed in scientific data, he loves spending time with his wife, young daughters, and mutt, especially in nature, and also enjoys playing in a band. He lives in Portland, Oregon. More about Ayla Lewis An expert in utilizing systems and strategies, Ayla thrives on working with individuals and organizations to maximum their success. As a certified teacher with two education degrees, she is adept at guiding clients through a process of learning and application. Her experience includes helping organizations increase their outreach and impact, mediating department mergers, and instituting systems to increase purpose and productivity. Whether co-presenting or on her own, Ayla resonates with audiences in interactive workshops that help people get the best from their brains. Ayla helps others live happier, healthier lives. Her current favorite authors are George Seldes, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Dr. Daniel J. Siegel and Napoleon Hill. “To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and to endure the betrayal of false friends. To appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; to know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Links to Resources Mentioned Happy Brain Science  Find products, courses, and recommended reading here. The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want by author Sonja Lyubomirsky Harvard scientist Daniel Gilbert and his TED talk called “The Surprising Science of Happiness” and his book "Stumbling on Happiness"  Daniel Gilbert’s Personal site Simon Sinek’s Ted Talk “How Great Leaders Inspire Action” Kelly McGonigal Ted Talk: How To Make Stress Your Friend Huffington Post article about our brains and work Review of General Psychology Research Paper “Bad is Stronger than Good” 2001 Harvard Business Review article: Bad is Stronger than Good - for Bosses

Sonja Lyubomirsky is a professor of Psychology at the University of California - Riverside. Her research on the science of happiness has been the recipient of many honors.  She is a best-selling author of the books The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want and The Myths of Happiness: What Should Make You Happy, but Doesn’t, What Shouldn’t Make You Happy, but Does. In this conversation, you will hear Sonja share her thoughts and findings on happiness.  Sonja shares some of her findings that prove that positive activity interactions work.  Sonja also talks about some of the myths of happiness, which is the topic of her latest book.  She talks about the identification process to determine which interactions may work for individuals.  She also talks about happiness in group dynamics, specifically the workplace.  Sonja must present these interventions in various ways, depending on the environment and situation and she explains how she does that.   Connect with Sonja Lyubomirsky: Website: http://sonjalyubomirsky.com/ You’ll Learn: [01:57] - Sonja shares what she hopes attendees gain from her presentations on happiness. Sonja says that it is possible to become happier. [03:06] - Happiness is a broad term and Sonja describes how she defines the term.   [04:07] - Sonja’s talks about the short-term and long-term improvements people can make with happiness.  She explains that short-term happiness is easier to achieve than long-term happiness. [05:10] - Sonja describes the benefits of people being happy in the workplace.  She also explains why it’s not a good thing to be “too happy” in the workplace. [06:46] - Sonja lists a few interventions that people can use in the workplace to become happier at work. [08:38]- Sonja shares some of her findings that prove that positive activity interventions work.  She talks about gratitude and the role that factors like culture and dosage play a role. [10:37] - In her book, The How of Happiness, Sonja provides a survey to help determine which interventions might work for individuals.  She talks about this identification process. [13:04] - Sonja shares some of the myths of happiness. [15:32] - Sonja talks about the idea of happiness and well-being in social environments and with each other in various relationships. [16:50] - Happiness shouldn’t be forced on anyone. Sonja talks about situations where happiness interventions aren’t the right strategy. [19:11] - Sonja explains how she presents these interventions in different types of workplaces. [20:00] - The Lightning Round with Sonja Lyubomirsky Your Resources: The International Positive Psychology Association’s 5th World Congress on Positive Psychology Born to Be Good: The Science of a Meaningful Life - Dacher Keltner The Power Paradox: How We Gain and Lose Influence - Dacher Keltner The Art of Happiness - Dalai Lama The Undoing Process: A Friendship That Changed Our Minds - Michael Lewis Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for joining me again this week.  If you enjoyed this episode, please share it using the social media buttons you see at the bottom of this post.   Also, please leave an honest review for the Making Positive Psychology Work Podcast on iTunes. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. They do matter in the rankings of the show, and I read each and every one of them. And finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. It’s free! Special thanks to Sonja for joining me this week. Until next time, take care!

This week’s episode is all about building up our confidence, quieting our own mean girl voices and learning to love ourselves once and for all! Sarah Doyle takes us through her journey, one of limiting beliefs, that lacked self love and confidence and how she built herself up to helping thousands of ladies across the globe build Unstoppable Self Confidence, happiness and success in their lives with The Better Life Project. Most people think that we’re either confident or not. We can’t talk ourselves out of low confidence. The key to building self confidence is to take more action towards it, to push ourselves into a growth mindset. Most of us also believe that we have a set mindset, that we’re born with what we have and feel we can’t change certain characteristics. If you’re feeling like you can’t change your confidence, Sarah is challenging us all to take her FREE 7 Day Confidence Plan. If we do everything she recommends in this challenge, we will become more self confident!  And who doesn’t want that?! So if you’re ready to tackle that new skill, become stronger, speak in public…let’s take the challenge together!   7 Days to Build Self Confidence Tips Confidence is often confused with self esteem. Here’s the difference. Confidence is how we feel about our abilities, how we feel about ourselves and our future. Self esteem refers exclusively to how we feel about our worth and our value. When someone says they don’t like themselves, that’s low self esteem. Confidence is better linked to courage. Great first tip to becoming more confident is to pay attention to the negative talk in our heads. How many times have you not met a goal, snapped at your spouse, made a mistake at work…and you beat yourself up over it? We become so mean to ourselves, say things to ourselves we would never say to a 5 year old little girl if we heard her say those things to herself. This is the first thing we have to change. We need to treat ourselves with far more love and far more compassion than we do. Our self-esteem will be inspired by that dialogue. Become aware. Awareness = interruption. Target that set of beliefs with a whole new set of beliefs. Use positive self talk, mantras, whatever you want to call it, something to lift your spirits. Walk like you’re a Victoria’s Secret model. Head up high, shoulders back, chin up…take up space. Fake it till you make it! No one notices when we’re slouching trying to hide our tummies, or camouflaging the length of our legs…all people see is lack of confidence. “Beauty comes from within. The way we look is NOT everything.” Tips to Reclaim a Positive Body Image Trade your expectations of what your body should look like and you will appreciate what your body can do for you. If we were all supposed to look a certain way, we would. But we were all made different. Some of us can dance, some of us can bench press, some of us can run a marathon. Thank your body for what it can do for you, and challenge yourself to do something you’ve never done before…a pull up for example. When you do something you never thought you could do, you will be amazed! #exerciseforhappiness   Sarah’s 3 Habits to Ensure Her Self-Confidence: Positive affirmations. Surround self with positive posters, images and quotes to remind herself of the life she wants to create. Say yes to the people she loves the most.   How to Create a Positive Affirmation Create a new belief you can actually believe and connect with. For example: “I am enough the way that I am.”   Sarah’s Morning Routine Although she doesn’t think she has one, we believe she does! No screens in the morning…no checking email! Cuddle Set an intention for the day Sarah Doyle Bio: Sarah Doyle is a life coach, motivational speaker and body positive personal trainer. As the co-founder of The Better Life Project, a movement dedicated to helping you live happy, healthy, positive and confident lives and creator of IamSarahDoyle, a body positive, self esteem and confidence enhancing resource and coaching service for women and with oodles of infectious energy she is super passionate about helping to inspire you make your awesome business and life happen. She’s the “go to” coach for anyone lacking in confidence or struggling with low self-esteem. Sarah offer life coaching and mentoring services and work with clients in person in Ireland and over Skype around the world. She is excited to work with you to help you find happiness, success and confidence in body and mind. Sarah empowers people to dream big and helps them to back it up with actionable advice that will create results. Results that will lead to a better life. For more information check out thebetterlifeproject.ie and iamsarahdoyle.com   Links and Resources Find Sarah Doyle at The Better Life Project | I Am Sarah Doyle | Facebook | Instagram | Email 7 Day Confidence Plan Download Sarah’s Favorite Music: To push harder: anything by  Beyoncé When feeling blue: Light Up by Snow Patrol To soothe: fresh air in her home town of Ireland. Go outside and take 10 deep breaths. Sarah’s Recommended Book: The How of Happiness: A New Approach to Getting the Life You Want Suzanne’s Recommended Digital Source: she believes in disconnecting and doesn’t have one. 15-Day Fat Loss Kick-Start Ebook Free Download If you missed it, last week’s podcast episode with Suzanne Waldrop was a true inspiration!