Live Happy Now Season 1

In this episode we look back on past interviews from the Live Happy Now podcast with Live Happy COO, Co-Founder and Editorial Director Deborah Heisz. Did your favorite episode make the list? What you'll learn in this podcast: The definition of happiness and importance of social connections with Shawn Achor How to deal with negativity and negative people with Michelle Gielan 3 ways to stay fully charged with Tom Rath The importance of gratitude with Louis Alloro Resilience and the never quit mentality with Rhonda Cornum Hope and its effect in schools as well as in the workplace with Shane Lopez Goal setting with Caroline Miller An exercise on meditation and mindfulness with Deepak Chopra How a healthy diet can improve your brain with Dr. Drew Ramsey Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!

Over the past 20 years, Grammy Award-nominated Jim Brickman has amassed a huge following as a contemporary pianist. Fans trust his music to deal with a crisis, rekindle romance, or simply relax. In his latest book, Soothe: How to find Calm Amid Everyday Chaos—he compiles a collection of both spiritual and practical advice that mirrors the way it feels when listening to his music. In this episode we learn more about Jim's experience and his tips to soothe your stress to find a more relaxed state of mind. What you'll learn in this podcast: How to create an approach to find your own peace Ideas on creating a soothing place Why saying "no" can be beneficial to reducing stress Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Get a free holiday song from Jim Brickman Purchase a copy of Soothe: How to Find Calm Amid Everyday Chaos Follow Jim Brickman on Facebook and Twitter Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!

Jenny Santi is a trusted philanthropy advisor to some of the world's most generous givers and celebrity activists. By the age of 28, she was head of philanthropy services for UBS, one of the world's largest firms in wealth management. Jenny is also the author of the recently released book The Giving Way to Happiness: Stories & Science Behind the Life-Changing Power of Giving. In this episode Jenny shares the science behind giving, how it makes you feel good and ways to overcome compassion fatigue. What you'll learn in this podcast: How giving to others affects your personal happiness The most valuable gift you can give How to elevate your job to become your calling Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Purchase a copy of The Giving Way to Happiness: Stories & Science Behind the Life-Changing Power of Giving Follow Jenny on Facebook and Twitter Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!

Sara Oliveri is a Washington, D.C-based life coach and speaker who helps people, as well as organizations, create happier lives. She is one of less than 300 graduates of the Master of Applied Positive Psychology program at the University of Pennsylvania. In this episode we talk about effective tools to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life and how to identify your personal core values to help you achieve authentic happiness. What you'll learn in this podcast: A better understanding of the current "life coaching" trend How to transform your temporary happiness into something sustainable and long-lasting How to increase happiness, meaning and fulfillment Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Follow Sara Oliveri on Facebook and Twitter Purchase a copy of The Valued Self: Healthy Self Esteem Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!

Rhonda Cornum was a 36-year-old flight surgeon in 1991 when her Black Hawk helicopter was sent to rescue a downed F-16 pilot. During the rescue mission her helicopter was shot down and Rhonda — who broke both arms, injured her leg, and was shot in the back — became an Iraqi prisoner of war. Through this — what she calls “one week of misadventure” — she remained positive. Her resilience surprised many of those around her, and today the retired brigadier general teaches those techniques to others, including overseeing the military's resilience training program. In this episode Live Happy Science Editor Paula Felps talks with Rhonda about where resilience comes from, the major challenges to teaching - and learning - resilience, and offers a few tips to help you become more resilient. What you'll learn in this podcast: Just like physical fitness, psychological fitness can be increased with training When to practice resilient thinking skills for maximum impact You can learn resilient skills at any age Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Purchase She Went to War: The Rhonda Cornum Story Hear more from Rhonda and pre-order Live Happy: Ten Practices for Choosing Joy Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!

Tom Rath is a best-selling author and researcher who studies the role of human behavior in business, health and well-being. Live Happy Editorial Director, COO and Co-Founder Deborah Heisz talks with Tom about his most recent work, a feature-length documentary film, Fully Charged, which explores the key elements of energizing one's work and life through personal stories and interviews with the world's leading social scientists. What you'll learn in this podcast: How meaning, interaction and energy can transform your life Why it is important to stop pursuing happiness and start creating meaning instead How the smallest choices you make every day can dramatically improve your well-being Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Learn more about the Fully Charged documentary Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!

Louis Alloro is a change-agent working with individuals and organizations to enable positive evolution, even through the most difficult challenges. He is one of the first 100 people in the world to earn a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania and holds a second master's degree in the Foundations of Education. In this episode we look at the power of gratitude as well as recommendations for positivity and peace during the holiday season. What you'll learn in this podcast: Simple strategies to spark well-being The visceral experience of gratitude How to be a social-emotional leader during this holiday season The importance of choosing love Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Take the free masterclass on harnessing the power of positive psychology Visit LouisAlloro.com Thank you to our partner - AARP Life Reimagined!