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For almost 20 years, Dr. Kristin Neff has been teaching us about how to improve our well-being through self-compassion. Now, she’s teaching us how to get fierce. Kristin is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion and her newest book, Fierce Self-Compassion, looks at an often-overlooked aspect of self-compassion. But fierce self-compassion is just as important to our well-being as tender self-compassion, and she’s here to tell us why. In this episode, you'll learn: The difference between tender self-compassion and fierce self-compassion. Why it’s particularly important for women to learn how to practice fierce self-compassion. Simple ways to begin implementing fierce self-compassion. Links and Resources: Facebook: @selfcompassion Twitter: @self_compassion Instagram: @NeffSelfCompassion Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

When the pandemic struck, many people wondered how it was possible to be happy with all the stress and tragedy going on around us. But this week’s guest saw this as a perfect opportunity to understand happiness even better. With his new book, Happier No Matter What, New York Times bestselling author Tal Ben-Shahar looks at how we can cultivate hope, resilience and purpose during the most difficult times of our lives. In this episode, you'll learn: Why happiness matters during challenging times. What the SPIRE method is and how it can help us. The difference between being happy and being happier. Links and Resources: Twitter: @TalBenShahar Happiness Studies Academy Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while there’s more resources for mental health than ever before, it’s still a topic that’s often overlooked when it comes to men. In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with motivational speaker and wellness expert Quentin Vennie about overcoming the stigma men face when it comes to caring for their mental health. His bestselling memoir, Strong in the Broken Places, detailed his journey from anxiety, depression and addiction to his discovery of wellness practices that he now teaches to others. In this episode, you'll learn: Why men need to put more focus on their mental health. How women can help on their mental health journey. What the Trinity of Wellness is and how to practice it. Links and Resources: Facebook: @quentinvennie Instagram: @quentinvennie Twitter: @quentinvennie Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and since we also just celebrated Mother’s Day, it’s a great time to look at where those two things intersect. This week, host Paula Felps talks with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor about “Mom Rage.” This condition has become a prevalent as mothers deal with the added stress of parenting during a pandemic and Dr. Jill, author of Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life, is here to talk about the four characters we all have that manage our emotional reactions. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the pandemic has been harder on mothers. What the four characters in your brain do for you. How to use these four characters to create better outcomes. Links and Resources Twitter: @DrJBT Website: www.drjilltaylor.com Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

In just a few days, we’re going to celebrate Mother’s Day, so there’s no better time to take with Abigail Tucker, an award-winning science journalist, New York Times bestselling author and mother of four. She’s also author of the brand new book, Mom Genes: Inside the New Science of Our Ancient Maternal Instinct. In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with Abigail about what moms are made of and the many ways motherhood changes a woman. Her fascinating findings just might change everything you thought you knew about moms! In this episode, you'll learn: What factors shape a mother’s behavior. How motherhood reconfigures a woman’s brain. How external events influence maternity. Links and Resources Facebook: @GalleryBooks Twitter: @GalleryBooks Instagram: @GalleryBooks Be sure to enter our Mother’s Day Instagram giveaway to receive a free copy of Mom Genes: Inside the New Science of Our Ancient Maternal Instinct, a one-pound bag of Fire Department Coffee, and some great swag from the Live Happy store! Plus, check out our Live Happy Mother’s Day Playlist for some great tunes about the women who gave us life—and so much more! Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

A recent study showed that many Americans are feeling anxious about returning to their workplaces. To wrap up National Stress Awareness Month, host Paula Felps is talking with Darlene Marshall, who combines her master’s in applied positive psychology with fitness and personal training to create a well-rounded approach to well-being. She also hosts the Better Than Fine podcast, and she’s here to talk about how why going back to work is stressing us out … and what we can do about it. In this episode, you'll learn: What could be making you feel stressed out about returning to work — and how to manage it. How employers can help ease workers’ stress. A simple practice that helps relieve stress. Links and Resources Instagram: @darlene.coach LinkedIn: @coachdarlenemarshall Website: https://www.darlene.coach/ Sign up for the Come What May Challenge, a 31-day challenge Darlene is holding throughout the month of May designed to decrease depression, reduce anxiety and boost your mood through meditation, movement and gratitude. Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

April is National Stress Awareness Month, and as you might be aware … we’re a little more stressed out than we used to be! In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with Dr. Dravon James — an author, host of Everyday Peace on Unity Radio and an inspirational speaker who has made it her life purpose to help others to tap into their natural ability to transform their lives. She tells us how we can change our lives for the better by changing our approach to stress. In this episode, you'll learn: The surprising hidden benefits of stress. Why some stress-relieving practices may actually lead to more stress. How gratitude helps relieve stress. Links and Resources Instagram: @everydaypeace Facebook: @everydaypeacewithdrdravonjames Twitter: @drdravonjames Live Happy Now Destress Playlist Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places:           

Whether we realize it or not, all of us have certain rituals that help us feel grounded and connected. But did you know you can use those rituals to improve your well-being? This week’s guest, Jan Stanley, specializes in helping others live happier lives through the creation of habits, practices and rituals. She’s here to talk about how adopting an intentional ritual can help reduce anxiety and can even help manage the grief and disruption created by the pandemic. In this episode, you'll learn: Why rituals are so important. How to create an effective personal ritual. Using rituals to manage grief, anxiety and other negative emotions. Links and Resources Instagram: @Janstanley Instagram: @Mapstone.rituals Twitter: @Janstanley Don't miss an episode! Live Happy Now is available at the following places: