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Inspiration and ideas for applying the science of wellbeing to your everyday life. Host and Miranda Anderson casually and conversationally shares examples and lessons from her own life as well as some of the latest research from the world of positive psychology. In addition, she lets you in on humorous and engaging stories about living with her husband, three kids, two dogs, two cats, and five chickens in Richmond, Virginia.

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Inspiration and ideas for applying the science of wellbeing to your everyday life. Host and Miranda Anderson casually and conversationally shares examples and lessons from her own life as well as some of the latest research from the world of positive psychology. In addition, she lets you in on humorous and engaging stories about living with her husband, three kids, two dogs, two cats, and five chickens in Richmond, Virginia.

    #284: Mother's Day and Mind Reading

    #284: Mother's Day and Mind Reading

    Mother's Day can be a complicated holiday for many women. Whether or not you identify as a mom, have a relationship with your own mom, or want a specific type of recognition each year, there can be a lot to sort through. I this episode I share some of the (complicated) history of Mother's Day as well as some research about clear communication and mind-reading.
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    • 44 min
    #283: Wholeness in Motherhood

    #283: Wholeness in Motherhood

    Women are individuals always before they are mothers. In this encore episode from season one of the podcast, I share four ways to consider retaining and renewing your wholeness as a human while also fulfilling your role and relationship as a mother.
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    • 44 min
    #282: U-Shaped Curve of Midlife

    #282: U-Shaped Curve of Midlife

    When I learned about the phenomenon of the U-Shaped Curve of Life Satisfaction, I was both surprised and comforted. As I'm settling into midlife, with its unique challenges and opportunities, I've appreciated reflecting on this unique season and how I'm not alone. Tune in to learn more about what studies show us about midlife contentment and challenge.
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    • 40 min
    #281: Five Factors for Flourishing

    #281: Five Factors for Flourishing

    Have you ever wondered what some levers you could pull in your life to experience more fulfillment and deeper satisfaction? This episode introduces you to the framework of PERMA, which provides some elements to consider as you build wellbeing with intention.
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    Travel to Turkey with Miranda July 18-25 Register HERE
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    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
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    • 39 min
    #280: Poetry in Practice

    #280: Poetry in Practice

    Happy National Poetry Month! I have shared my love of poetry over the past couple years on the show with my segment, Pause for a Poem. Today I go a bit deeper and share some specific ways that I engage with poetry for wellbeing, reflection, and connection. I also share some favorite poems and collections, linked below:
    Instructions for Traveling West by Joy Sullivan
    What Kind of Woman by Kate Baer
    Home Body by Rupi Kaur
    Mother's Milk by Rachel Hunt Steenblik
    Projections by Sarah Lockwood
    A Thousand Mornings by Mary Oliver
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    • 32 min
    #279: Flow with The Seasons with April Davis

    #279: Flow with The Seasons with April Davis

    Over 98% of those listening to Practically Happy are female, and this show is for you! Learning about how my menstrual/hormonal/energy cycles mirror the seasons of the year changed my life. Here is a conversation with feminine health expert April Davis of @hausofvagina to share more!
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    • 48 min

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