Podcast

Stephen Cope is a Senior Scholar-in-Residence and a Kripalu Ambassador. He is a Western-trained psychotherapist who writes and teaches about the relationship between Western psychological paradigms and the Eastern contemplative traditions. In its 25th anniversary edition, Yoga Journal named him one of the most important innovators in the developing field of American yoga. What you'll learn in this episode: A heightened awareness of the power of friends. An understanding of the profound meaning of interdependence, or "dependent arising." How many soul friends a person can have over the course of their life. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Stephen Cope here. Purchase his book Soul Friends: The Transforming Power of Deep Human Connection on Amazon.

Niki Brantmark is the founder and creator of the award-winning daily interior design blog My Scandinavian Home, which was inspired by her move to Sweden from London. Niki has an MA in psychology from the University of Edinburgh and she joins Live Happy science editor Paula Felps to talk about Lagom (Law-gom) the swedish art of living a balanced, happy life. What you'll learn in this episode: Learn what lagom is and how it can benefit your well-being How you can bring lagom to your home. How to apply the principles of lagom at work. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Niki Brantmark on her blog. Follow Niki on her twitter and Facebook.

Dan Buettner is a National Geographic Fellow and the founder of Blue Zones, an organization that helps Americans live longer, healthier lives. His groundbreaking work on longevity led to his 2005 National Geographic cover story "Secrets of Living Longer" and three national best-sellers, The Blue Zones, Thrive, and The Blue Zones Solution. His forthcoming book, The Blue Zones of Happiness, will be published by National Geographic in October 2017. What you'll learn in this episode: The things extraordinary, content people have in common. Ways to recognize our lives to promote happiness. The newest research in the evolving field of happiness. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Dan Buettner on his twitter. Read our interview with Dan about his book The Blue Zones of Happiness here. Purchase his book The Blue Zones of Happiness on amazon.

Louisa Jewell is a speaker, author and positive psychology expert who has facilitated thousands of people towards greater flourishing both at work and in their personal lives. She is the founder of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association an organization that shares the latest knowledge on psychological well-being to improve the mental health of all Canadians. She is also a graduate of the Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP) program at the University of Pennsylvania, and she is currently a professor of positive psychology at the University of Texas. Her book Wire your Brain for Confidence: The Science of Conquering Self-Doubt will be released in September, 2017. What you'll learn in this episode: To have greater self-awareness about your own self-doubt and how it may be showing up for you Tools and strategies for managing self-doubt and building confidence Why confidence is so important to authentic happiness Why building confidence is more important than building self-esteem Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Download the first chapter of her book for free here Purchase a copy of Wire Your Brain for Confidence: The Science of Conquering Self-Doubt Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram