Podcast appearances and mentions of Sonja Lyubomirsky

In this episode of The Grow Your Wealthy Mindset, we explore the 6th activity from The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky, Developing Strategies for Coping. Whether you're facing burnout, personal loss, or the everyday emotional weight of your work, learning to cope effectively can be life-changing. This episode reviews different types of coping strategies, from problem-solving to emotional processing, and dive into practical tools like expressive writing, thought disputation, and finding meaning in painful experiences.What You'll Learn in This Episode:·        The two primary types of coping: problem-focused and emotion-focused—and when each is most useful·        How expressive writing can help you process trauma and distress·        A three-step approach to finding personal growth and deeper meaning after loss·        The ABCDE thought disputation technique to challenge negative beliefs and reduce anxiety·        The thought model CTFAR by Brooke Castillo of The Life Coach School ·        The Work by Byron Katie·        How working with a coach can help reframe your thoughts Please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite Podcasting platform. Get 12 Financial Mistakes that Keep Physicians from Building Wealth at https://www.growyourwealthymindset.com/12financialmistakes If you want to start your path to financial freedom, start with the Financial Freedom Workbook. Download your free copy today at https://www.GrowYourWealthyMindset.com/fiworkbook Dr. Elisa Chiang is a physician and money coach who helps other doctors reach their financial goals by mastering their money mindset through personalized 1:1 coaching . You can learn more about Elisa at her website or follow her on social media. Website: https://ww.GrowYourWealthyMindset.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GrowYourWealthyMindset Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElisaChiang https://www.facebook.com/GrowYourWealthyMindset YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WealthyMindsetMD Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/ElisaChiang Disclaimer: The content provided in the Grow Your Wealthy Mind...

Are you chasing happiness in all the wrong places? Prepare to have your world turned upside down as happiness researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky shatters common myths about what truly brings joy. Discover why external goals like wealth, marriage, and career success often fall short, and learn powerful strategies to cultivate lasting happiness from within.Join Matt and Sonja as they explore groundbreaking research on the science of happiness, including the surprising truth about cosmetic surgery, the power of micro-connections, and how to find fulfillment in any job. You'll walk away with practical tips to boost your mood instantly and a fresh perspective on what really matters for a joyful life.Don't let another day slip by chasing elusive happiness. Tune in to this transformative episode and unlock the secrets to genuine well-being that have been within you all along!0:00 Intro5:52 The Surprising Truth About Cosmetic Surgery10:42 Single vs. Married: Happiness Across Relationships14:21 Finding Fulfillment in Your Career20:57 Letting Go of Childhood Dreams24:34 The Power of a 15-Minute Conversation27:20 Practicing Gratitude in Daily Life29:28 Closing Thoughts and Future ProjectsAbout the GuestSonja Lyubomirsky is a leading researcher in the field of positive psychology, best known for her groundbreaking work on the science of happiness. As a professor at the University of California, Riverside, and the author of bestselling books like The How of Happiness, she has dedicated her career to understanding what truly makes people happy and how they can sustain it. Her research emphasizes the power of intentional activities, such as practicing gratitude and kindness, to significantly boost well-being. Sonja's work bridges rigorous science and practical application, offering people evidence-based strategies to lead more fulfilling lives.Resources Mentioned:

Live Life Happy with Andrea Seydel – The Podcast for Book Lovers & Lifelong Learners Welcome to Live Life Happy with Andrea Seydel! If you love books that inspire, transform, and empower, you're in the right place. This podcast is all about book summaries and actionable takeaways from incredible authors who pour their wisdom into books on happiness, well-being, and personal growth. Now in Season 3, we're diving even deeper—taking the powerful insights from these books and applying them in real, tangible ways. Think of this as your shortcut to the best knowledge out there, distilled into digestible, practical strategies you can use to create a happier, more fulfilling life. As the founder of Live Life Happy Publishing, I also weave in tips on writing and publishing your own book. Whether you're dreaming of becoming an author or just love learning from the best, this podcast is a space for book lovers, thought leaders, and changemakers. If you're ready to read, learn, and take action, hit play and join the community! And if you're ready to bring your own book to life, I'm here as your Book Doula, helping you navigate the world of publishing while keeping 100% of your rights and royalties.

Eigenlijk is de hoofdvraag van deze aflevering ‘Willen we teveel?' Maar omdat het onderwerp yoni stomen zich ineens opdrong tijdens de opnamen, hebben we daar ook tijd voor ingeruimd. Want yoni stomen is ook iets wat mensen willen.Onze vriendin, de geluksexpert Sonja Lyubomirsky, komt weer om de hoek kijken, en de agenda die precies genoeg gevuld is om niet gek te worden van stress of juist ledigheid.Door diezelfde stress kreeg een van onze luisteraars een plakkerig huis vol stapels was, en we denken met haar mee. Aaf stuitte bij diverse hippe sportetablissementen op medeleven, en ook Lies was in beweging maar kan nu niet meer normaal zitten of staan.De goeroe komt rechtstreeks uit het Songfestival gevlogen op haar grote gouden microfoon.

This morning we trace extensive research going back almost 90 years which all leads to a single simple key to happiness. This is based on the work of Drs. Sonja Lyubomirsky, Robert Waldinger, George Valliant, and many others. This is something that everyone of us can do to improve out lives. I want you to be happy, I want to be happy, and God wants us to be happy - please try this! Michael Whitman is the senior rabbi of ADATH Congregation in Hampstead, Quebec, and an adjunct professor at McGill University Faculty of Law. ADATH is a modern orthodox synagogue community in suburban Montreal, providing Judaism for the next generation. We take great pleasure in welcoming everyone with a warm smile, while sharing inspiration through prayer, study, and friendship. Rabbi Whitman shares his thoughts and inspirations through online lectures and shiurim, which are available on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5FLcsC6xz5TmkirT1qObkA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adathmichael/ Podcast - Mining the Riches of the Parsha: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/mining-the-riches-of-the-parsha/id1479615142?fbclid=IwAR1c6YygRR6pvAKFvEmMGCcs0Y6hpmK8tXzPinbum8drqw2zLIo7c9SR-jc Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hWYhCG5GR8zygw4ZNsSmO Please contact Rabbi Whitman (rabbi@adath.ca) with any questions or feedback, or to receive a daily email, "Study with Rabbi Whitman Today," with current and past insights for that day, video, and audio, all in one short email sent directly to your inbox.

This month is going over probably my favorite happiness activity that comes out of The How of Happiness by Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky  and that's nurturing social relationships. I personally am an extravert and love being connected with people. However, I have found this harder to do as I've gotten older.  We all get busy with our lives and time can seem to fly by. I'll notice it has been months since I chatted with a friend. Prepping this episode has prompted me to reach out to several people, as I mention in the episode. I hope it also prompts you to reach out to a friend or loved one you haven't connected with in a while. It's likely to boost your, and their, happiness. In this episode, we dive into:Why connection is a biological and emotional necessityHow small expressions of gratitude can transform your marriage or partnershipThe surprising truth about happy couples and the 5:1 ratioHow to shift your mindset when a loved one disappoints youThe Four Horsemen of unhappy relationships—and how to avoid themWays to celebrate good news with others and deepen connectionIf you're looking to feel more supported, loved, and joyful in your everyday life, this episode offers practical strategies backed by research—and delivered with compassion.Books Mentioned:The How of Happiness by Sonja LyubomirskyThe Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by Dr. John GottmanPlease subscribe and leave a review on your favorite Podcasting platform. Get 12 Financial Mistakes that Keep Physicians from Building Wealth at https://www.growyourwealthymindset.com/12financialmistakes If you want to start your path to financial freedom, start with the Financial Freedom Workbook. Download your free copy today at https://www.GrowYourWealthyMindset.com/fiworkbook Dr. Elisa Chiang is a physician and money coach who helps other doctors reach their financial goals by mastering their money mindset through personalized 1:1 coaching . You can learn more about Elisa at her website or follow her on social media. Website: https://ww.GrowYourWealthyMindset.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/GrowYourWealthyMindset Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ElisaChiang https://www.facebook.com/GrowYourWealthyMindset YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/WealthyMindsetMD Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/ElisaChiang Disclaimer: The content provided in the Grow Your Wealthy Mind...

Sonja Lyubomirsky is an experimental social psychologist at University of California, Riverside. She has been studying the science of happiness for decades and her work has included consulting on projects like the film Mission: Joy, featuring the Dalai Lama and Bishop Desmond Tutu.  In this Tugboat Institute® talk, Sonja poses the question, “Is it possible to become happier?” and shares the findings from her many years of research in order to answer it. Happily, she found that there are many things we can do. Even better, the most powerful ones align with Evergreen® best practice behaviors. Watch and be inspired to take steps to increase your own happiness, and to connect with others at the same time.  

A lot will change once you retire and you may need build a new a social circle. Natalie Kerr and Jaime Kurtz join us to share research-backed strategies you can use to build and strengthen meaningful relationships from their new book Our New Social Life: Science-Backed Strategies for Creating Meaningful Connection. Natalie Kerr and Jaime Kurtz join us from Virginia. ______________________ Bios Natalie Kerr, Ph.D., is a social psychologist and award-winning professor at James Madison University, where she studies social connection and loneliness. Her work has been published in journals such as the Journal of Applied Social Psychology, Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology, Personality and Individual Differences, and Social Influence. She is co-author of the book Our New Social Life: Science-Backed Strategies for Creating Meaningful Connection. She also designs community programs for people who want to cultivated deeper connection in their lives. Jaime Kurtz, Ph.D., is a professor of psychology at James Madison University. Her research focuses on strategies for savoring and well-being and has been published in journals such as Psychological Science, the Journal of Positive Psychology, Emotion, and Developmental Psychology. Her work has been published in journals such as Psychological Science and the Journal of Positive Psychology. Most recently, she is the author of The Happy Traveler: Unpacking the Secrets of Better Vacations. She is also the co-author, with Sonja Lyubomirsky, of Positively Happy: Routes to Sustainable Happiness, and she regularly presents seminars on mental health to continuing education health care professionals nationwide. _________________________ For More on Natalie Kerr & Jaime Kurtz Our New Social Life: Science-Backed Strategies for Creating Meaningful Connection _________________________ Podcast Episodes You May Like How to Make New Friends in Retirement – Dr. Marisa G. Franco The Laws of Connection – David Robson The Good Life – Marc Schulz, PhD _________________________ About The Retirement Wisdom Podcast There are many podcasts on retirement, often hosted by financial advisors with financial motives, that cover the money side of the street. This podcast is different. You'll get smarter about the investment decisions you'll make about the most important asset you'll have in retirement: your time. About Retirement Wisdom I help people who are retiring, but aren't quite done yet, discover what's next and build their custom version of their next life. A meaningful retirement doesn't just happen by accident. Schedule a call today to discuss how The Designing Your Life process created by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans can help you make your life in retirement a great one – on your own terms. ________________________ On Social Connection "So, as humans, we have a fundamental need for social connection. We live happier, healthier, and longer lives when we feel deeply connected to other people. And while we might experience and express this need in different ways, the need for social connection is really universal. It's so fundamental that we have built-in biological mechanisms to encourage it. When we're socially isolated, our brain triggers cravings for human contact, in much the same way that it triggers cravings for food after a few hours of not eating. So, we literally crave connection. And that's why so many of us felt starved for connection during the pandemic. The problem is that in everyday life, many of us simply ignore the craving or we deny it. We treat socializing like an indulgence rather than an essential health behavior, and we fail to prioritize it. We recognize the importance of sleep, exercise, and healthy eating, and we take steps to maintain them. But going out with friends, going to Happy Hour, Trivia Night, these things often take a backseat. Somehow, they feel less important when in reality,

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10 recetas para potenciar tu Felicidad este nuevo año. Hoy en Recetas para el Alma iniciamos el 2025 con un episodio especial invitando a Sonja Lyubomirsky la experta en la Ciencia de la Felicidad. Espero te guste mucho este episodio y que puedas implementar los 10 consejos para potenciar tu Felicidad! Recuerda que ya está a la venta mi Libro RECETAS PARA EL ALMA
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Caroline Miller shares the overlooked science that helps you pursue your most ambitious goals. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The top goal-setting myths to abandon immediately 2) The two types of goals and how to set them 3) The BRIDGE methodology for effective goal-setting Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1015 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT CAROLINE — For over three decades, Caroline Adams Miller has been a pioneer with her groundbreaking work in the areas of the science of goal setting, grit, happiness, and success. She is recognized as one of the world's leading positive psychology experts on this research and how it can be applied to one's life and work for maximum transformation. She is the author of nine books, including My Name is Caroline, Getting Grit, Positively Caroline and Creating Your Best Life, which the "father of Positive Psychology," Dr. Martin Seligman, lauded in Flourish as "adding a major missing piece" to the world of goal setting. She is a magna cum laude graduate of Harvard University and attained one of the first 32 degrees in the world in Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania.• Book: Big Goals: The Science of Setting Them, Achieving Them, and Creating Your Best Life • Book: Getting Grit: The Evidence-Based Approach to Cultivating Passion, Perseverance, and Purpose • Book site: BigGoalsBook.com • Child Mind Institute: ChildMind.org • Website: CarolineMiller.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Noise: A Flaw in Human Judgment by Daniel Kahneman, Olivier Sibony, Cass Sunstein • Book: Woman's Inhumanity to Woman by Phyllis Chessler • Study: “Benefits of Frequent Positive Affect” by Sonja Lyubomirsky, Laura King, Ed Diener • Survey: VIA's Character Strengths Survey • Tool: Perplexity • Tool: Google Notebook — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Lingoda. Visit try.lingoda.com/Awesome50 and save up to 50% off with their biggest sale of the year!• Jenni Kayne. Use the code AWESOME15 to get 15% off your order!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

La felicità è un argomento che ha sempre affascinato l'umanità. Molti di noi si interrogano su cosa significhi essere felici e, soprattutto, come possiamo coltivare la felicità nelle nostre vite quotidiane. Nel corso degli anni, la psicologia positiva ha fatto passi da gigante nella comprensione della felicità e delle sue componenti. Tra i vari studiosi, la dott.ssa Sonja Lyubomirsky ha dedicato gran parte della sua carriera alla ricerca sulla felicità, offrendo preziose intuizioni sulle abitudini delle persone felici. In questa puntata, esploreremo le principali scoperte della Lyubomirsky e le abitudini che possono aiutarci a diventare più felici.

The holidays can be tough—loneliness, stress, and unmet expectations often steal the spotlight. But what if we focused on virtues like courage, kindness, and faith instead? Research from Sonja Lyubomirsky shows that small acts of kindness, self-compassion, and trusting the process of growth can help us rediscover joy. This season, let's shift the goal from “perfect” to meaningful.  Remember: it's not about escaping discomfort but embracing it with grace. Show up as you are, give what you can, and trust in life's unfolding. You've got this.  #mindfulness #Reflection #Virtues #Courage #Kindness #Faith

Sonja Lyubomirsky konnte mit ihren Glücksforschungen belegen, dass spirituelle Menschen nicht nur glücklicher, sondern auch geistig und körperlich gesünder und stressresistenter sind und dann auch noch länger leben. Tatsächlich ist Spiritualität kein Luxus, sondern eine essenzielle Ressource für unser Wohlbefinden. In dieser Folge zeige ich dir, warum spirituelle Menschen wissenschaftlich erwiesen weniger Stress erleben, seltener krank werden und sogar eine längere Lebenserwartung haben. Wir sprechen über die Verbindung zwischen Körper, Geist und Seele und wie du selbst spirituelle Elemente in dein Leben integrieren kannst, um deine Gesundheit zu fördern und langfristig glücklicher zu sein. Finde heraus, warum es sich lohnt, sich auf eine spirituelle Reise zu begeben, und entdecke einfache Wege, um mehr Erfüllung und Gelassenheit zu finden. Im Ayurveda spielt Spiritualität eine zentrale Rolle, da sie als grundlegender Aspekt für das Gleichgewicht von Körper, Geist und Seele angesehen wird. Ayurveda betrachtet den Menschen ganzheitlich und sieht die Gesundheit als ein Zusammenspiel physischer, mentaler und spiritueller Faktoren. Das Ziel ist nicht nur die Abwesenheit von Krankheit, sondern ein Zustand von innerem Frieden, Erfüllung und Harmonie.  In dieser Folge teile ich 8 Wege, die dir helfen, deine Spiritualität zu stärken. Ich wünsche dir gute Erkenntnisse mit diesem Podcast. Deine Annette  

Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky is a pioneering happiness researcher, bestselling author, and Distinguished Professor of Psychology at UC Riverside. This conversation explores the cutting-edge science of happiness, debunking common myths and uncovering evidence-based strategies for a more fulfilling life. We discuss her groundbreaking research on social connection, gratitude, and the surprising impact of psychedelics on well-being. Sonja's work is transformative. This conversation challenges conventional wisdom about happiness and offers practical insights for living a more satisfying life. Enjoy! Show notes + MORE Watch on YouTube Newsletter Sign-Up Today's Sponsors:  Bon Charge: Use code RICHROLL to save 15% OFF

Are we looking for happiness in the wrong places? What makes for a genuine and sustainable life of happiness. In this episode, we discuss the pursuit of happiness, the impact of trauma on happiness, and practical ways to enhance your happiness. We look at a number of research studies that have looked at the factors that increase happiness and how to apply them in our daily lives. Key Topics:Are we happy?The impact of trauma on happinessThe biology and psychology of happinessThe role of external circumstances vs. internal practicesPractical steps to boost happiness through daily habitsKey Takeaways:Impact of Trauma: Trauma and painful life experiences can significantly impact our pursuit of happiness.Internal vs. External Fixes: Understanding that true happiness comes from within, not from external circumstances.Happiness Research: Insights from the Minnesota Twins Study, the Harvard Study on Happiness, and Sonja Lyubomirsky's "The How of Happiness."Three Components of Happiness:Set Point (50%): Genetic predisposition.Circumstances (10%): External factors like income, job, and environment.Behaviors/Activities (40%): Daily practices that we can control.Practices for Happiness: Mindfulness, gratitude, positive social connections, physical activity, and mindset shifts.Key Points Discussed:The Pursuit of HappinessImpact of Trauma on HappinessThe Internal vs. External Fix The Research on Happiness Happiness Set Point and Circumstances The 10% Dilemma Chasing Happiness and External Fixes The 40% Within Our Control Positive Mindset and Daily Practices Activating Your Internal PharmacyReframing Mindset and Circumstances Managing Genetic Predispositions Practical Exercises for HappinessResourcesBook: "The How of Happiness" by Sonja LyubomirskyBook: "The Good Life" (Harvard Study on Happiness)I am grateful you are here,Jerry1:1 Transformational Coaching:Learn More Here!My New Book:Returning: Meditations and Reflections on Self-Love and HealingHow is your relationship with yourself going?Get your free-self assessment guideWatch On YoutubeTrouble Sleeping?Sleep ResetWant to Change Your Drinking Habits?Reframe AppWebsite:www.jerryhenderson.orgSupport the Show:My Patreon Get Your Free Weekly Healing Tips!Free Guided Self-Love Meditation:Get it Here!Instagram: @jerryahenderson...

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In this episode, we dive deep into the idea that happiness isn't something that just happens to us—it's something we actively create. Drawing on insights from experts like Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky and referencing TED Talks, we explore how embracing personal responsibility can transform our quest for happiness. ✅ Happiness is influenced more by our internal state than external circumstances. ✅ Proactive personal choices are crucial in cultivating lasting happiness. ✅ Insights from experts and research support the idea that we are the architects of our own joy. ✅ Simple daily practices can significantly boost our well-being.

What's the difference between being introverted and being shy? What are extroverts so cheerful about? And does Angela's social battery ever run out?Take the Big Five inventory: freakonomics.com/bigfive SOURCES:Susan Cain, author.Will Fleeson, professor of psychology at Wake Forest University.Sigmund Freud, neurologist and founder of psychoanalysis.Adam Grant, professor of management and psychology at the University of Pennsylvania.Carl Jung, psychiatrist and psychoanalyst.Donald Kamentz, founder and C.E.O. of Contigo Ed.Sonja Lyubomirsky, professor of psychology at the University of California, Riverside.Seth Margolis, professor of biological chemistry at Johns Hopkins University. RESOURCES:"A Crucial Character Trait for Happiness," by Arthur C. Brooks (The Atlantic, 2023)."Experimental Manipulation of Extraverted and Introverted Behavior and Its Effects on Well-Being," by Seth Margolis and Sonja Lyubomirsky (Journal of Experimental Psychology: General, 2020)."Challenges to Capture the Big Five Personality Traits in Non-WEIRD Populations," by Rachid Laajaj, Karen Macours, Daniel Alejandro Pinzon Hernandez, Omar Arias, Samuel D. Gosling, Jeff Potter, Marta Rubio-Codina, and Renos Vakis (Science Advances, 2019)."Rethinking the Extraverted Sales Ideal: The Ambivert Advantage," by Adam Grant (Psychological Science, 2013)."The Power of Introverts," by Susan Cain (TED Talk, 2012).Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking, by Susan Cain (2012)."Personality Trait Change in Adulthood," by Brent W. Roberts Daniel Mroczek (Current Directions in Psychological Science, 2008)."Toward a Structure- and Process-Integrated View of Personality: Traits as Density Distributions of States," by William Fleeson (Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 2001). EXTRAS:Big Five Personality Inventory, by No Stupid Questions (2024).“Personality: The Big Five,” series by No Stupid Questions (2024).

La pandemia del coronavirus nos obligó a cambiar nuestra forma de relacionarnos con los demás. Para evitar el contagio, se nos recomendó quedarnos en casa y limitar el contacto social. Pero ¿cómo podemos ser felices sin la interacción humana, que es tan importante para nuestro bienestar? ¿Cómo podemos mantener el vínculo con nuestros familiares, amigos y colegas, aunque no podamos verlos ni abrazarlos? En este episodio, Dayanara Torres nos ayuda a encontrar las respuestas a estas preguntas. Para ello, habla con el profesor Jamil Zaki, de la Universidad de Stanford, experto en psicología social y emocional. Él nos explica cómo la pandemia afectó nuestra capacidad de empatizar y conectar con los demás, y qué podemos hacer para fortalecer nuestras relaciones a distancia. También nos da algunos consejos prácticos para usar la tecnología de forma inteligente y creativa, y para aprovechar las oportunidades que nos brinda esta situación para cultivar la gratitud, la compasión y la solidaridad.

¿Qué te hace feliz? ¿Qué te motiva a cambiar tus hábitos y mejorar tu vida? Muchas veces pensamos que la felicidad depende de lograr nuestros objetivos, de tener éxito, de ser reconocidos. Pero la ciencia nos dice que hay un factor mucho más importante y poderoso: la gratitud. La gratitud es el sentimiento de aprecio y reconocimiento por lo que tenemos y por lo que recibimos de los demás; nos hace sentir más felices, más conectados, más generosos y más resilientes. También nos ayuda a crear una relación positiva con nuestro futuro yo, es decir, con la persona que queremos ser mañana. En este episodio, Dayanara Torres nos invita a descubrir los beneficios de la gratitud y cómo podemos cultivarla en nuestro día a día. Para ello, conversa con el profesor David DeSteno, de la Universidad Northeastern, autor del libro Éxito emocional: el poder de la gratitud, la compasión y el orgullo. Él nos explica cómo la gratitud influye en nuestro comportamiento, en nuestra salud y en nuestro bienestar. También nos da algunos consejos prácticos para expresar nuestra gratitud a los demás y a nosotros mismos. No te pierdas este episodio y aprende cómo la gratitud puede transformar tu vida.

¿Te has propuesto algún propósito para el nuevo año? ¿Quieres hacer ejercicio, comer más sano, leer más libros o aprender un idioma? Si es así, no estás solo. Muchas personas aprovechan los nuevos comienzos, como el inicio de un año, una estación o una década para plantearse metas y cambiar sus hábitos. Pero ¿Por qué nos gustan tanto los nuevos comienzos? ¿Cómo podemos mantener nuestra motivación y perseverancia a lo largo del tiempo? En este episodio, Dayanara Torres conversa con Katy Milkman, experta en ciencias del comportamiento, que ha estudiado los efectos psicológicos de los nuevos comienzos. Ella nos explica cómo estos momentos nos dan la sensación de tener una nueva oportunidad, una nueva identidad y un nuevo impulso para mejorar nuestra vida. También nos da algunos consejos prácticos para crear y mantener hábitos saludables, basados en la evidencia científica. No te pierdas este episodio y descubre cómo puedes aprovechar el poder de los nuevos comienzos para lograr tus propósitos.

¿Qué harías si pudieras predecir el futuro? ¿Te enfocarías solo en las cosas buenas que te esperan o también te prepararías para los posibles obstáculos y dificultades? Muchas personas creen que el ‘pensamiento positivo' es la clave para lograr sus metas, pero la ciencia sugiere que hay una estrategia más efectiva. Esta técnica consiste en imaginar el resultado deseado y luego contrastarlo con los desafíos y obstáculos que podrían impedirlo. De esta manera, se activa la motivación y la planificación necesarias para superar los problemas y alcanzar el éxito. En este episodio, Dayanara Torres nos explica cómo el nadador profesional, Michael Phelps, tuvo que imaginar los peores escenarios para convertirse en el deportista olímpico más exitoso de la historia. También nos enseña cómo podemos aplicar esta técnica en nuestra vida cotidiana, para cumplir nuestros sueños.

It's no secret we love practising gratitude. We love this twist from researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky, author of the book The Now of Happiness. Give it a go if you're having a tough time. We think it'll help fill your cup.  LINKS Read more on the gratitude tour from Sonja Lyubomirsky Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram CREDITS Host: Casey Donovan @caseydonovan88 Writer: Amy Molloy @amymolloy Executive Producer: Anna HenvestProducer: Adair SheppardEditor: Adrian Walton  Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.au   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

¿Te has preguntado alguna vez si tienes demasiadas opciones? Vivimos en una sociedad que nos ofrece una variedad infinita de productos, servicios y oportunidades, y que nos anima a tomar nuestras propias decisiones sobre todo. Pero ¿Es eso realmente bueno para nuestra felicidad? En este episodio, Dayanara Torres nos muestra cómo el exceso de opciones puede generar estrés, insatisfacción y parálisis.También nos presenta a una mujer que decidió simplificar su vida eliminando una de las decisiones más cotidianas: qué ropa ponerse cada día. Descubre cómo esta decisión le cambió la vida y cómo tú también puedes liberarte del peso de las opciones.

¿Te gusta compartir tus momentos felices con otras personas? Seguro que sí, pero ¿Sabes cómo hacerlo de la mejor manera? Resulta que compartir nuestras experiencias positivas con los demás, puede aumentar o disminuir nuestro placer, dependiendo de cómo lo hagamos. En este episodio, Dayanara Torres nos da algunos consejos para compartir bien y disfrutar más de las cosas buenas de la vida. Aprenderás cómo elegir a la persona adecuada, el momento oportuno y el tono apropiado para contar tus alegrías. También descubrirás por qué compartir puede hacerte más feliz cuando comes un helado, contemplas un atardecer o te relajas viendo la tele.

¿Sabías que la risa es el lenguaje universal de la felicidad? Cuando reímos no solo expresamos nuestra alegría, sino que también la compartimos con los demás. La risa tiene el poder de contagiar las emociones positivas y mejorar el estado de ánimo de quienes nos rodean. Pero, no todas las risas son iguales. ¿Qué diferencia hay entre una risa genuina y una risa fingida? ¿Cómo influyen las risas enlatadas que escuchamos en los programas de televisión en nuestra percepción del humor? Para responder a estas preguntas, Dayanara Torres cuenta con la ayuda de un invitado muy especial: Ben Glenn, el experto mundial en risas enlatadas para televisión, que nos revelará los secretos de este arte sonoro. Acompáñanos en este episodio y descubre cómo puedes usar la risa como una herramienta para crear más felicidad en tu vida, y en la de los demás.

¿Qué tienen en común las personas que arriesgan su vida por salvar a un extraño, que donan sus órganos a alguien que nunca han conocido o que dedican su tiempo y recursos a causas humanitarias? Estas personas son lo que se conoce como superaltruistas, el extremo opuesto de los psicópatas. El superaltruismo es la disposición a hacer el bien a los demás, incluso cuando ello implica un costo personal, un sacrificio o un riesgo. Los superaltruistas no solo son admirables, sino también más felices que el promedio. Dayana Torres conversa con la profesora de Psicología, Abigail Marsh, quien sabe muy bien lo que significa el superaltruismo, pues su vida fue salvada por uno de ellos cuando era adolescente. Desde entonces, se ha dedicado a estudiar las bases neurológicas, genéticas y sociales de este fenómeno, y a explorar cómo podemos fomentar una actitud más altruista en nosotros mismos y en la sociedad. 

La felicidad humana es un misterio que ha fascinado a filósofos, científicos y artistas desde tiempos inmemoriales. ¿Qué nos hace felices? ¿Depende de las circunstancias externas o de nuestra actitud interna? ¿Es posible ser feliz ante la adversidad o infeliz ante la fortuna? En este episodio, Dayanara Torres conversa con el Dr. Dan Gilbert, experto en psicología de la felicidad, sobre cómo nuestro cerebro crea y modifica nuestras emociones en función de nuestras expectativas, creencias y experiencias.Descubriremos que la felicidad no es algo que nos sucede, sino algo que nosotros hacemos.

El primer episodio de la temporada está cargado de sorpresas. Tú puedes ser alguien más feliz hoy mismo. Tus circunstancias de vida y tu personalidad no son tan importantes como crees a la hora de decidir qué tan feliz puedes ser. En este episodio, Dayanara Torres te explicará cómo entender la última ciencia de la felicidad, te guiará en la dirección correcta y te hará sentir más satisfecho con tu vida. ¿Estás listo para sentirte mejor?

Eudaimonia, virtues, and the work of Sonja Lyubomirsky all point to the idea that true well-being and happiness are achieved through living a life characterized by meaningful action, personal growth, and the development of positive character traits. Lyubomirsky's research provides empirical support for the idea that living virtuously—by engaging in practices that cultivate gratitude, kindness, and meaningful social connections—can lead to a form of happiness that is deep and lasting. This aligns with the philosophical understanding of eudaimonia as a state of flourishing that results from living a life of virtue.

Get ready to elevate your life on Next Level: Good Vibes Only podcast with Darren and Jessica Salquist! In this episode, we delve into the profound insights of Brian Johnson's book, "Arete," exploring the Greek philosophy behind the word and unpacking 451 transformative ideas to help you activate your energy at its highest potential. Sonja Lyubomirsky states “Essential reading for anyone seeking to harness their heroic potential and influence the world in a positive way.” We kick off by understanding the essence of Arete—a concept that goes beyond mere excellence and taps into the idea of reaching one's highest potential and fulfilling one's purpose. How can embracing Arete empower us to live a life of purpose and passion? Navigating through the seven objectives outlined in the book, we explore strategies to activate our energy at its peak. From cultivating positive habits to embracing challenges as opportunities, each objective serves as a stepping stone on the path to realizing our full potential. But that's not all! We're thrilled to announce "Your Heroic Journey with CoreFit," a transformative experience that can be tailored to your preferences, whether virtual or in person. Join us as we discuss how this journey, inspired by the principles of Arete, can ignite your heroic spirit and propel you toward a life of vitality and fulfillment. Don't miss out on this power-packed episode that combines ancient wisdom with modern insights, offering practical tips and inspiration to activate your energy at its highest potential. Tune in to Next Level: Good Vibes Only on [Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Google Podcasts] and embark on a journey to unleash your full potential. It's time to live a life of Arete! If you are interested in this Heroic Journey with CoreFit, reach out to Darren Salquist and sign up now. Follow Darren Salquist, Life Changer, Self-Mastery and Wellness Coach, PTA and Personal Trainer on IG: @salquid Linkedin: Darren Salquist Follow Jessica Salquist, Life Changer, Nationally Board Certified Reflexologist, Heroic Coach and Executive Leader on IG: @reflexologyjedi FB: Find us by name Website: nextleveltransformationalcoaching.com

Why do we get overwhelmed when we have too many choices? Should we make our own decisions or copy other people's? And how can Angela manage her sock inventory? SOURCES:Arie Kruglanski, professor of psychology at the University of Maryland, College Park.Katy Milkman, professor of operations, information, and decisions at the University of Pennsylvania.Sylvia Plath, 20th-century American novelist and poet.Barry Schwartz, professor of social theory and social action at Swarthmore College.Herbert Simon, professor of computer science and psychology at Carnegie Mellon University.Will Smith, actor and film producer. RESOURCES:"Choice Deprivation, Choice Overload, and Satisfaction with Choices Across Six Nations," by Elena Reutskaja, Nathan N. Cheek, Barry Schwartz, et al. (Journal of International Marketing, 2021).Will, by Will Smith with Mark Manson (2021)."Can't Decide What to Stream? Netflix's New Feature Will Choose for You," by Katie Deighton (The Wall Street Journal, 2021).The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less, by Barry Schwartz (2004)."The Tyranny of Choice," by Barry Schwartz (Scientific American, 2004)."Maximizing Versus Satisficing: Happiness Is a Matter of Choice," by Barry Schwartz, Andrew Ward, John Monterosso, Sonja Lyubomirsky, Katherine White, and Darrin R. Lehman (Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 2002)."Self-Determination: The Tyranny of Freedom," by Barry Schwartz (American Psychologist, 2000)."To 'Do the Right Thing' or to 'Just Do It': Locomotion and Assessment as Distinct Self-Regulatory Imperatives," by Arie Kruglanski, Erik P. Thompson, E. Tory Higgins, M. Nadir Atash, Antonio Pierro, James Y. Shah, and Scott Spiegel (Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 2000)."Rational Choice and the Structure of the Environment," by Herbert Simon (Psychological Review, 1956).Administrative Behavior, by Herbert Simon (1947). EXTRA:"Do You Mind if I Borrow Your Personality?" by No Stupid Questions (2022)."How Much Should We Be Able to Customize Our World?" by No Stupid Questions (2021)."Are You a Maximizer or a Satisficer?" by No Stupid Questions (2020).Cars.com Superbowl Ad (2009).

Veterinary professionals often face financial stress and lack tools for effective money management. This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak talk to Habit Money's founder, Jessica Baier, about achieving financial wellness in vetmed, reducing stress, and finding peace of mind.   Learn more about Habit Money at yourfinancialhabit.com. Jessica recommends The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky.

Ready to unlock the secrets of success and mindfulness?   Eric reveals the secrets of bridging the gap between the business world and mindfulness – practical tips for everyday life!   And also, Terrie and Eric emphasize why it's crucial to focus on the journey and the process, rather than just the end result.   Tune in for an inspiring discussion that might just change the way you approach success and mindfulness in your real estate endeavors.   What we learned from Dr. Eric Holsapple and Terrie Schauer in this episode:    - Redefining Success: It's More Than Just Money, It's About Personal Growth and Fulfillment - Cultivating the Winning Mindset: Understanding Why Mindset Matters for Personal and Professional Success - Embrace the Power of Presence: Why Being Mindful of the Journey Leads to True Fulfillment - Seeing the Bigger Picture: Why It's Essential to View Success Holistically - Championing Non-Linearity: Unveiling the True Potential of Life's Unpredictable Path - Fostering Contentment: How the Applications of Thankfulness, Meditation, and Mindful Living Can Revolutionize Your Life Positively   Notable Words From The Episode:    The more you're oriented towards the journey, and the experience, ultimately, the outcomes will reflect that.  - Terrie Schauer   Profit is not a purpose. It's the outcome of living a Purpose Driven Life and delivering something that's in demand. - Dr. Eric Holsapple   Timestamp: [00:00] Podcast intro [00:23]  Eric discussed his journey from a successful corporate career to finding mindfulness and meditation. [04:45]  Eric discusses how they bridge the gap between the business community and mindfulness  [08:46] Eric discusses his perspective on the relationship between mindset and mindfulness [14:06]  Eric discusses their book "Profit with Presence: The 12 Pillars of Mindful Leadership, [18:27] Eric discussed the concept of success and mindset [21:17] Terrie references a show called "Mindful Wealth" and shares insights from happiness researcher Sonja Lyubomirsky.  [22:43] Eric highlights the influence of the "one percenter phenomenon" and the increasing number of billionaires on the perception of wealth and success.  [24:42]  Eric reflects on their past experience of working intensely for at least five years, often 70-80 hours a week, while being single and travelling extensively.  [27:41] Terrie and Eric emphasize the importance of being process and journey-focused rather than purely outcome-focused [32:18] Podcast Outro

In this episode, we're talking about making memories and savoring them, inspired by Eric's memorable night at a Guns N' Roses concert. But it wasn't just the killer 3-hour set from Slash, Axel and the guys that caught our attention for this episode — it was the charging stations, keeping phones alive and ready to capture every moment. We acknowledged the genius minds who've tapped into our need to stay charged up. But it's more than just taking a photo or a video; it's about freezing moments in time. We dug into why we may snap pics—it's more than just collecting memories; it's about reminding us of our 'why' and reliving those unforgettable moments in our lives. Switch-it-up Steps: Stay Powered: At your next event, keep an eye out for those charging spots. Could you be the brain behind one of these inventions? Snap & Save: Live the moment, but also snap it. Think about the story behind each photo. Who was with you? How was the crowd? Relive the Beat: Every so often, scroll through your pics. Whether it's a life lesson or that insane concert, let the memories flood back. Further learning mentioned: Go check out "The How of Happiness" by Sonja Lyubomirsky. It's a scientific look into happiness and ties in with our talk about the power of savoring the memories — the photos, the videos and more. Follow Eric Here Follow Oscar Here

Do you know HOW to be happy? We all have an idea of what being happy means, but did you know there is a LOT of research on the topic of happiness. A woman named Sonja Lyubomirsky wrote a book called The How of Happiness in which she lists “how” to create and increase your happiness. I thought this list of 12 “Hows” of happiness fit right in with creating an overall healthy lifestyle for bariatric patients… well, for all people, actually. In this episode, I talk about the first 6 of the ways you can increase your happiness and specifically how to apply each to these items to your daily post-op life! Let's get started so YOU can begin to increase YOUR happiness!  Resources:BariAfterare: www.bariaftercare.comBook: The How of Happiness by Sonja LyubomirskyBook: A Philospher's Notes: On Optimal Living, Creating an Authentically Awesome Life, and Other Such GoodnessConnie Stapleton PhD website: www.conniestapletonphd.comBariAftercare website: https://www.conniestapletonphd.com/bariaftercareBariAftercare Facebook page (for members only): https://www.facebook.com/groups/BariAftercareInstagram: @therealbariboss (Tabitha Johnson)Instagram @drsusanmitchell (Dr. Susan Mitchell)Instgram: @lauraleepreston (Laura Preston)Instagram: @chefhealthyhenry (Henry Baker)Instagram: @cale101 (Caleshia Haynes)Instagram: @myweightishistory (Rob Dimedio)Please subscribe to the show and rate it on Apple Podcasts, download free information at www.conniestapletonphd.com, and follow me on Twitter (@cstapletonphd), Instagram (@cstapletonphd), YouTube, LinkedIn, and on Facebook.

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Welcome to the rollercoaster ride that is the inaugural episode of WTS Presents: All the Feelings, where we're tackling the big, scary, exhilarating, and occasionally refrigerator-filled world of change. Today we're serving up a cocktail of emotion, with a dash of humor, a sprinkle of sarcasm, and a generous dose of poetry.First, we dive into the treacherous waters of domain names, where one wrong move can have you sharing an acronym with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms — talk about an unexpected change! We then wade through the murky depths of metathesiophobia, a fear of change that's as tricky to navigate as the word is to pronounce. Tommy opens up about his personal journey of moving apartments in Los Angeles, a tale that involves an Indiana Jones fridge, a soundtrack of weekly car crashes, and a superintendent who's a little too fond of mold. But fear not, this tale of change has a happy ending, complete with a new home, a life-changing freedom from metal plates, and the four-legged love of Tommy's life, Foster. Who knew change could be so…furry?From there, we set sail on a historical journey that takes us from the days when travel was all about the destination, to the birth of the SS Norway — the ship that flipped the cruise industry on its head. This rusty old relic transformed into a floating city, sparking a revolution that forever changed our perspective of big boats. It's safe to say that journeying across the ocean has never been the same.Pete's fascinated by the Hedonic Treadmill. No, it's not the latest fitness frenzy, but a psychological concept that explains why we always return to a baseline level of happiness. It's like we're all hamsters in a wheel, constantly running but never really getting anywhere. We debunk some common myths about happiness. According to Sonja Lyubomirsky, a renowned psychology professor, tying your happiness to specific events — like getting married or striking it rich — won't make you permanently happy. Finally, we offer a sonnet by Rainer Maria Rilke, who reminds us to embrace change, even if it feels like we're shattering into pieces.So there you have it, folks! Change can be scary, exciting, and sometimes it even comes with a free fridge. But hey, if we can survive this episode, we can survive anything.Links & NotesThe Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and FirearmsShare your Feelings! Send us a note here!

Essere più felici è possibile? Come aumentare la propria felicità? Ecco che ci viene in aiuto il planner del benessere, uno strumento incredibile che ci aiuta ad aumentare il nostro livello di felicità. Il planner del benessere nasce dagli studi della dottoressa Sonja Lyubomirsky, una psicologa che ha scoperto che il 40% del nostro senso di benessere soggettivo dipende dalle attività "intenzionali", ovvero quelle attività che scegliamo noi stessi di compiere.Scarica qui il tuo planner del benessere: https://www.dropbox.com/s/18423at1034ac24/7.%20Il%20planner%20del%20benessere.pdf?dl=0Questo show fa parte del network Spreaker Prime. Se sei interessato a fare pubblicità in questo podcast, contattaci su https://www.spreaker.com/show/1238441/advertisement

The root cause of all rare-air productive, financial, personal and global success?...your psychology.If you're not thinking like the dominant star of your industry, your performance will never rise to match that expectation.If you're not thinking you can get your massive dreams done, your behavior will never be sufficient to get giant goals done.If you're not thinking like someone who's the rockstar of their field, financially free, healthy as an athlete and happier than you could ever imagine, then there's no way you'll get there.Why? Because your outcomes always reflect your self-identity [a.k.a. your psychology].Researchers like Sonja Lyubomirsky have done some fascinating work on "the power of the self-fulfilling prophecy". Definitely read her book The How of Happiness this week.Bottom line: the hardcore psychologists confirm that your psychology and expectations for your performance determine your results.You absolutely have to learn to think like the very best do to experience the rewards and lifestyle that the VERY best have.If you're seeking some strong inspiration to grow your business and self—along with some novel tools to win—go ahead and read (or listen to) my latest book The Everyday Hero Manifesto. Get it here.FOLLOW ROBIN SHARMA:InstagramFacebookTwitterYouTube

John Stossel. Part 12. Ten Segments.  Covid: Who Was Right? The Jones Act Makes Shipping More Expensive Classified—Government's Dirty Secret The Scaremongers Are Wrong Even Greenpeace Says “Most Plastic Simply Cannot Be Recycled.” Not Your Father's Comic Books Classic Stossel: Fake Farmers Classic Stossel: The Biggest Freeloaders The Science of Happiness Surprising Answers From Fmr CIA Director Mike Pompeo Black Guns Matter This Thanksgiving, Say Thank You to "Private Property” Classic Stossel: What's Great About America--Starting a Business   https://youtu.be/BPbCA5hiEfM Covid: Who Was Right? John Stossel 810K subscribers 945,727 views Jan 10, 2023 After 3 years of Covid, what lessons can we learn? Did lockdowns work? What about closing schools? What countries did best? ***** YouTube age-restricted the original video I posted, which vastly reduces the number of people who will see it. I have decided to edit out the parts that may have caused the restriction: a clip showing Australian Police choking a woman for not wearing a mask, Chinese authorities dragging a man out of his home, and protestors clashing with police ***** ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— It turns out that America's lockdowns did NOT work. Even though the media praised New York governor Andrew Cuomo for an "amazing job,” accounting for age, his state ended up with more deaths than "irresponsible" Florida. Meanwhile, some countries, like Australia, imposed brutal lockdowns. My producer crunched the numbers at MaximumTruth.Substack.com and found that lockdowns DID save some lives. But they weren't worth it. The video above explains why.   https://youtu.be/QExJbWWwXDc The Jones Act Makes Shipping More Expensive John Stossel 810K subscribers 212,803 views Feb 28, 2023 American shipbuilders have a disgusting monopoly. I confront a shipping lobbyist who uses government to ban competition. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— The Jones Act, a stupid law with a stupid name, restricts domestic shipping to vessels built in America and crewed by Americans. That hurts consumers. It really hurts suffering people who need supplies after natural disasters. Unions and big shipping companies love this dumb law because it protects them from competition. “Your rules really hurt people,” I say to a lobbyist. "They don't,” she replies. "What the Jones Act does is ensure reliable, dedicated service." Give me a break.   https://youtu.be/Xp-PdF3MmuE Classified—Government's Dirty Secret John Stossel 810K subscribers 165,740 views. Feb 21, 2023 Classifying genuine secrets can keep us safe. Overclassifying makes us less safe. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— We've heard about the top secret documents found at the homes of Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The media call it a national security crisis. Bunk. The truth is, the word classified usually means very little. Government classifies three things every second. “A lot of top secrets are nothing of the kind,” historian Matthew Connelly tells us. Many classified “secrets” are nonsense or embarrassing proof of government incompetence. I'll show you why the problem is much bigger than Presidents taking classified documents home.   https://youtu.be/GZmVLpfunzE  The Scaremongers Are Wrong John Stossel 810K subscribers 583,731 views Jan 24, 2023 Have you heard? The world is about to end! No…it isn't. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— Throughout history, people predicted the end of humanity. Recently, 60 Minutes featured doomsayer Paul Ehrlich. They treated him like an expert, even though his dire prophecies have repeatedly been proven utterly wrong. Instead of interviewing people like Ehrlich, 60 minutes should talk to Marian Tupy, the creator of humanprogress.org. “If you sell the apocalypse, people feel like you are deep and that you care,” Tupy tells me. "But if you are selling rational optimism....” Rational optimism is right. Scaremongers like 60 Minutes are wrong.   https://youtu.be/NLkfpjJoNkA Even Greenpeace Says “Most Plastic Simply Cannot Be Recycled.” John Stossel 810K subscribers 668,796 views Jan 17, 2023 For decades we've been told recycling helps the Earth. It really doesn't. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— Recycling is a “sacrament of the green religion,” says Science Writer John Tierney. He once debunked recycling claims in an infamous New York Times column “Recycling is Garbage.” “It's even more true today,” Tierney tells me. Greenpeace now says plastic recycling is a “dead-end street.” Often it's also a costly scam.   https://youtu.be/9Zi1cLJyBoQ Not Your Father's Comic Books John Stossel 810K subscribers 130,719 views Dec 20, 2022 Comic book creator Eric July says American comics now lose to Japanese companies because they're overrun by "advocates of social justice.” He's right. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— Superman's son, and Batman's sidekick Robin, are now bisexual. A new version of Spiderman is a lesbian in a wheelchair. Iron Man is a teenage Black girl. "So what?” you may ask. “Isn't more diversity good?" Changing established characters, says July, was “obviously something that was done for political gain,” and that's why Marvel and DC have lost market share. But Marvel and DC don't seem to mind. They still create woke nonsense, like characters named “Snowflake” and “Safespace.” Really. July sees an opportunity. He just released his first comic, with plans for more.   https://youtu.be/sghEEvOWfmQ Classic Stossel: Fake Farmers John Stossel 810K subscribers 678,414 views Mar 10, 2023 Lawyers, and others who have never farmed in their lives, got rich off of taxpayer money – all through a lawsuit against the USDA that was supposed to compensate black farmers for past discrimination. One black farmer tells me, lawyers said "if you had a potted plant… you're a farmer. And if you have a yard and you fertilize it, you're a farmer." That's why 90,000 people got money from the government -- even though the USDA and the Black Farmers' Association say there were only 18,000 black farmers in the country. A Classic Stossel from 2011.   https://youtu.be/XUHcvg6IFlY Classic Stossel: The Biggest Freeloaders John Stossel 810K subscribers 200,140 views Feb 3, 2023 Has America become a nation of freeloaders? A person panhandling is what we usually picture when we think of freeloading … but in America today, the bigger recipients of handouts is not poor people, it's corporations. A Stossel Classic from 2011.   https://youtu.be/iQiLrm1VoMQ The Science of Happiness John Stossel 810K subscribers 109,131 views Dec 13, 2022 People are often born happy, or unhappy, due to wiring in our brains -- but fortunately, there are things that ALL of us can do to become happier. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— "Socializing is hugely associated with being happy," psychology professor Sonja Lyubomirsky told me. I pushed back: "I'm an introvert. I don't WANT to socialize." "Okay, we actually did a study where we asked both introverts and extroverts for one week to act more extroverted," she responded. Her study found just socializing “a little more” made people happier. What other things make people happy? That's in the video above.   https://youtu.be/KY8hDajSOY8 Surprising Answers From Fmr CIA Director Mike Pompeo on Spending, Defense & Entitlements John Stossel 810K subscribers 518,191 views Jan 31, 2023 I never expect much from politicians. But Mike Pompeo, a possible candidate for president, surprised me. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— Pompeo used to be CIA Director and Secretary of State. I wanted to talk to him because he might run for president. I confronted him about Republican hypocrisy on spending. I pushed him on whether he'd cut entitlements. Would he abolish the Department of Education? His answers were not what I expected.   https://youtu.be/dYdk9gSp2Kw Maj Toure--Black Guns Matter John Stossel 810K subscribers 297,326 views Dec 6, 2022 Maj Toure, founder of "Black Guns Matter," wants to arm more people in America. “Criminals should be deathly afraid,” he tells me. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— We know about "Black Lives Matter." But there's another group called "Black Guns Matter," started by Maj Toure. Toure carries a gun with him everywhere he goes, and he encourages others to do the same. His group trains people, especially black communities, how to safely use firearms. Why black communities? “Gun control is racist,” he tells me. Toure says, correctly, gun control began to "stop black people from having the means to defend themselves."     https://youtu.be/s4XcbM6nkBs This Thanksgiving, Say Thank You to "Private Property” John Stossel 810K subscribers 154,929 views Nov 22, 2022 #subscribe Did you know that the pilgrims almost starved after they arrived at Plymouth Rock? That's because they were forced to farm "collectively." The corporation that funded the expedition said, "grow food together. Divide the harvest equally." -------- Don't miss a single video from Stossel TV. Sign up here: www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe-form --------- This is a terrible idea. It creates what economists call the "tragedy of the commons." When you share property and the results of your work, people farm until the land is barren, don't work as hard, or steal food from others. Young people from Students For Liberty take part in an experiment to demonstrate this "tragedy of the commons." It shows the solution is private property, which is what saved the pilgrims. Governor William Bradford finally decided to "assign each family a parcel of land." Once the pilgrims had property rights, they became much more productive and brought in huge harvests -- which they were then able to share with the Indians. So this Thanksgiving feast, don't forget to say "thanks, private property!"   https://youtu.be/n0jIV3cIw74 Classic Stossel: What's Great About America--Starting a Business John Stossel 810K subscribers 60,921 views Nov 25, 2022 One of the things that's great about America is its entrepreneurial spirit. America is a good place to do business. ———— To make sure you see the new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— More than almost any other nation, America both encourages and rewards creativity, risk-taking, and the entrepreneurial spirit. In this video, I start my own “Stossel Store." The business is something of a failure, which is also part of what's great about America: you can try here and fail and still try again. A Classic Stossel from 2010.  

Good news!  We have some control over our happiness, and we know how to boost it. Listen in today as we discuss the definition of happiness and what scientists think about how much DNA matters. This is one of my biggest takeaways from writing 668 daily happiness podcast episodes. Tune in to learn more.      Transcript:   Welcome to Everyday Happiness, I'm your host Katie Jefcoat, and as we close out this podcast, we invite you to join our happy mail email community, where you'll continue to get happiness and kindness content delivered straight to your inbox.  We think it's the happiest email in your inbox. You can join at www.katiejefcoat.com    Today, I share one of my biggest takeaways from writing 668 daily happiness podcasts.  It's the definition of happiness and where we can get the biggest impact for our effort to boost our happiness.    So many of us think we'll be happy when we work hard and achieve success.  But the fact is, that will never work. Our brains are designed to move the goalpost to the next thing. If fulfilled happiness is on the other side of achievement, we've already lost because we will never get there.     Now, you get the job promotion, and you feel happy - for a moment.  But soon, your big job promotion is just your job.  That fancy new car, the new car smell has worn off, and it's just your car.  Scientists call this the hedonic treadmill, always trying to achieve the next best thing.     Most scientists agree that happiness is really a two-pronged definition.  The first prong is happiness in emotions. The second prong is satisfaction and purpose. You need both prongs to be fulfilled to achieve well-rounded happiness.   Emotions, such as joy, contentment, love, and other positive feelings like peace, gratitude, satisfaction, pleasure, inspiration, hope, curiosity, and love, fall into this first prong. In her 2007 book The How of Happiness, Sonja Lyubomirsky describes happiness as "the experience of joy, contentment, or positive well-being, combined with a sense that one's life is good, meaningful, and worthwhile."  These emotions stem from the positive experiences we have in life. The second prong has two parts.  Purpose and satisfaction.    Purpose is how you feel when you are doing the thing you love. This can be academic research, your work, building a business, being involved in the community, being a parent, and more.   Arthur Brooks says that long-lasting happiness comes from human connection and productive work. He found in his scientific research that it was overwhelmingly clear that a “productive human endeavor creates a sense of purpose in life.”   Satisfaction is appreciating what you have more than pining for what you want. Many of us think we will be more satisfied, happier even, if we get more of what we want. However, the scientific theory of hedonic adaptation tells us that we get comfortable with what we have, and we always want more. Satisfaction is elusive and doesn't last with that mentality; it's like running on a treadmill and never getting to the destination. So, it's basically impossible to "get more" and be happier long term. This is why the gurus tell you that gratitude is so important to achieve happiness.  It is bringing you back to the here and now.     Satisfaction is not a function of what you have; it's actually an equation of what you HAVE and what you WANT. Think of it like a fraction: the top is what you have, and the bottom is what you want.  So you want to appreciate what you have more than pine for what you want. This all seems easy enough, but I was curious, how much is actually in our control?    Arthur Brooks says that happiness is 50% genetic, 25% circumstantial, and 25% in your control.     Sojyna Lyubomirsky has similar findings.  Although it's never a neat and tidy pie chart, experts agree that we humans have some control over our happiness and it's not all left up to DNA or chance.  The researchers from the 2005 Lyubomirsky paper later said that “Happiness can be successfully pursued, but it is not ‘easy,'” In other words, happiness for many people will simply be something that is hard won. For others, happiness may feel like a natural state.   The insight is simple, and it's good news.  This means that happiness is deeper than our emotions and we have some control over our happiness.  The bonus is that we know how to enhance our happiness through simple tiny habits like savoring, gratitude, kindness and so much more.    Remember, kindness is contagious, go out there and spread some kindness today.  Life is heavy enough; we shouldn't have to search for happiness.  Get the exclusive happiness email, delivered with a smile twice a month to your inbox. https://www.katiejefcoat.com/email    And, let's connect on social at @everydayhappinesswithkatie  and join the community on the hashtags #IntentionalMargins and #everydayhappinesswithkatie on Instagram   Links:  https://onamission.bio/everydayhappiness/   Inspiration from:  https://arthurbrooks.com/art-of-happiness/ 2005 paper https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_much_of_your_happiness_is_under_your_control

When was the last time that you took pride is something that was brand new to you? Perhaps it was a new vehicle, house, watch or piece of furniture.    Chances are, over time, the pride that you once took in that new object probably began to fade away.   The reason for this is because of something called hedonic adaptation.   It turns out that when good things happen in our lives, we have a spike in our appreciation for those good things. Eventually, we return to our baseline and essentially, become a little bit greedy for more or to experience that same good feeling once again.   In today's episode, Coach Ashlie Walton and Detective Walton break down ways to combat this and how to use Sonja Lyubomirsky's research on Happiness in order to dive deeper into gratitude.   Check out The How of Happiness: A Scientific Approach to Getting The Life You Want to learn more.   ⩥ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⩤ https://bi3xbvVont.ly/   CLICK HERE for our best-selling products: https://amzn.to/3xaG3xw and https://rdbl.co/3DIQVUC   CLICK HERE to join our free Police, Fire, Military and Families Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/38w2e7r   Check out our website and learn more about how you can work with LEO Warriors by going to: https://www.leowarriors.com/   Like what you hear? We are honored. Drop a review and subscribe to our show.    The Tactical Living Podcast is owned by LEO Warriors, LLC. None of the content presented may be copied, repurposed or used without the owner's prior consent.   For PR, speaking requests and other networking opportunities, contact LEO Warriors:   EMAIL: ashliewalton555@gmail.com.   ADDRESS: P.O. Box 400115 Hesperia, Ca. 92340   ASHLIE'S FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement   ➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤ This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something by clicking on one of our links, we'll receive a small commission.  

Tia interviews Sonja Lyubomirsky, distinguished positive psychology professor at the University of California, author, and speaker.

Have you ever been the type of person to say something like, ‘I don't care what other people think of me?'   Science tells us that we are hardwired to want acceptance. When you think back to the primal days of hunting and gathering, we needed to show our contributions in order to be accepted in our tribe and this is ultimately how we survived.   In her book The How of Happiness by Sonja Lyubomirsky, a study was done by her team on a group of grade-school students. She had one half of the group perform random acts of kindness each week for six weeks. They took the other half and did nothing with them; they were the control group.   By the end of the study, the kids who did something nice for other people were not only happier than the control group…They were also more ‘popular' than they were in the beginning.     Tune in as Coach Ashlie Walton and Detective Walton discuss the importance of identifying ways that you can be accepted by your current tribe and why it's so important to your overall happiness.   ⩥ PLEASE SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL ⩤ https://bi3xbvVont.ly/   CLICK HERE for our best-selling products: https://amzn.to/3xaG3xw and https://rdbl.co/3DIQVUC   CLICK HERE to join our free Police, Fire, Military and Families Facebook Group: https://bit.ly/38w2e7r   Check out our website and learn more about how you can work with LEO Warriors by going to: https://www.leowarriors.com/   Like what you hear? We are honored. Drop a review and subscribe to our show.    The Tactical Living Podcast is owned by LEO Warriors, LLC. None of the content presented may be copied, repurposed or used without the owner's prior consent.   For PR, speaking requests and other networking opportunities, contact LEO Warriors:   EMAIL: ashliewalton555@gmail.com.   ADDRESS: P.O. Box 400115 Hesperia, Ca. 92340   ASHLIE'S FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/police.fire.lawenforcement   ➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤➤ This episode is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something by clicking on one of our links, we'll receive a small commission.

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Joe Rogan, John Stossel, Dennis Prager. Covid- Who Was Right, The End of China, Woke Comic Books, Black Guns, A Case for Supporting Ukraine and Happiness.   Joe Rogan -End of the World as We Know It. John Stossel- Covid: Who Was Right? Not Your Father's Comic Books Black Guns Matter Dennis Prager makes the case for supporting Ukraine… Callers largely disagree. The Science of Happiness   https://youtu.be/BPbCA5hiEfM Covid: Who Was Right? John Stossel 769K subscribers 431,180 views Jan 10, 2023 After 3 years of Covid, what lessons can we learn? Did lockdowns work? What about closing schools? What countries did best? ***** YouTube age-restricted the original video I posted, which vastly reduces the number of people who will see it. I have decided to edit out the parts that may have caused the restriction: a clip showing Australian Police choking a woman for not wearing a mask, Chinese authorities dragging a man out of his home, and protestors clashing with police ***** ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— It turns out that America's lockdowns did NOT work. Even though the media praised New York governor Andrew Cuomo for an "amazing job,” accounting for age, his state ended up with more deaths than "irresponsible" Florida. Meanwhile, some countries, like Australia, imposed brutal lockdowns. My producer crunched the numbers at MaximumTruth.Substack.com and found that lockdowns DID save some lives. But they weren't worth it. The video above explains why.   https://youtu.be/9Zi1cLJyBoQ Not Your Father's Comic Books John Stossel 769K subscribers 107,658 views Dec 20, 2022 Comic book creator Eric July says American comics now lose to Japanese companies because they're overrun by "advocates of social justice.” He's right. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— Superman's son, and Batman's sidekick Robin, are now bisexual. A new version of Spiderman is a lesbian in a wheelchair. Iron Man is a teenage Black girl. "So what?” you may ask. “Isn't more diversity good?" Changing established characters, says July, was “obviously something that was done for political gain,” and that's why Marvel and DC have lost market share. But Marvel and DC don't seem to mind. They still create woke nonsense, like characters named “Snowflake” and “Safespace.” Really. July sees an opportunity. He just released his first comic, with plans for more.   https://youtu.be/iQiLrm1VoMQ The Science of Happiness John Stossel 769K subscribers 98,941 views Dec 13, 2022 People are often born happy, or unhappy, due to wiring in our brains -- but fortunately, there are things that ALL of us can do to become happier. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— "Socializing is hugely associated with being happy," psychology professor Sonja Lyubomirsky told me. I pushed back: "I'm an introvert. I don't WANT to socialize." "Okay, we actually did a study where we asked both introverts and extroverts for one week to act more extroverted," she responded. Her study found just socializing “a little more” made people happier. What other things make people happy? That's in the video above.   https://youtu.be/dYdk9gSp2Kw Maj Toure--Black Guns Matter John Stossel 769K subscribers 245,797 views Dec 6, 2022 Maj Toure, founder of "Black Guns Matter," wants to arm more people in America. “Criminals should be deathly afraid,” he tells me. ———— To get our new weekly video from Stossel TV, sign up here: https://www.johnstossel.com/#subscribe ———— We know about "Black Lives Matter." But there's another group called "Black Guns Matter," started by Maj Toure. Toure carries a gun with him everywhere he goes, and he encourages others to do the same. His group trains people, especially black communities, how to safely use firearms. Why black communities? “Gun control is racist,” he tells me. Toure says, correctly, gun control began to "stop black people from having the means to defend themselves."   Dennis Prager Podcasts  Jan 10 2023   Dennis makes the case for supporting Ukraine… Callers largely disagree. 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Today we welcome Sonja Lyubomirsky who is a distinguished Professor of Psychology at the University of California, Riverside. Originally from Russia, she received her A.B., summa cum laude, from Harvard University and her Ph.D. in Social/Personality Psychology from Stanford University. Her research has been featured in hundreds of magazines, newspapers, shows and documentaries in North America, South America, Asia, Australia, and Europe. Dr. Lyubomirsky's best-selling books The How of Happiness and The Myths of Happiness have been published and translated in over 16 countries.In this episode, I talk to Sonja Lyubomirsky about happiness. Across all of her research, Dr. Lyubomirsky has found that connection is what makes people happy. So then, how do we form high-quality connections? Dr. Lyubomirsky gives us insight on how to use kindness, reciprocity, and gratitude to maintain and strengthen our relationships. We also touch on the topics of psychedelics, interpersonal chemistry, and social media.Website: drsonja.netTwitter: @slyubomirsky Topics01:38 Sonja's interest in happiness research03:56 The Happiness Pie Chart07:55 The Set-point Theory of Happiness10:42 Connection is the key to happiness15:19 Are extroverts happier? 20:12 Psychedelic social psychology25:25 The Happiness Boomerang Effect29:58 What makes for great conversation?34:16 High-quality connections36:47 How to create interpersonal chemistry42:44 Can you count too many blessings?45:27 Apps that make us happy and unhappy 51:39 Kindness boosts immunity

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