The Lighten Up Project

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Hosted by comedian and Applied Humor and Play Professional Malcolm Grissom, The Lighten Up Project explores how laughter, applied improv, and genuine human connection can help us navigate life’s heaviest challenges. Through honest conversations with comedians, educators, leaders, and mental-health advocates, Malcolm uncovers practical ways to reduce stress, interrupt isolation, strengthen relationships, and create cultures where people feel safe, seen, and supported. Because healing does not always have to feel heavy—and serious change can begin with a moment of laughter. Laugh louder. Lead lighter. Live brighter. Laughter can open a door to connection. It is not a replacement for appropriate professional care.

  1. 2d ago

    Have We Forgotten How to Play? Rediscovering Joy and Laughter

    In this episode of The Lighten Up Project, Malcolm Grissom welcomes international author, editor, and writing coach Susan Crossman for a heartfelt, humorous conversation about rediscovering joy, embracing play, and finding laughter even when life gets complicated. Together, Malcolm and Susan explore why adults often lose their sense of play, how laughter strengthens relationships, and why creating emotionally safe environments matters at home and in the workplace. Memorable Quote “Play your way to your future. Just one step in front of the other.” What You’ll Hear The humor vs. play distinction Malcolm explores on the show: comedy and jokes are only two branches of the “humor tree”; play is the deeper root most adults have let go ofWhy Susan, as a book coach working with clients writing through trauma, doesn’t always find room for laughter in her work — and how she reads the room to know when play is welcomeA story about her late mother — a 40-year hemiplegic with an unstoppable sense of humor — breaking into hysterics over a game of charadesWhy workplaces often can’t tell the difference between “it’s never appropriate to play” and “we never learned when it’s appropriate to play” — and what psychological safety has to do with it Resources Mentioned Knowing when laughter is appropriate: Understanding the importance of empathy, emotional awareness, and reading the room, especially when someone is experiencing hardship.Learn more about Malcolm’s work and the laughter-as-a-business-tool philosophy at The World Laughter Organization™Reclaiming personal happiness: Susan discusses moving closer to the beach and rediscovering the activities that brought her joy as a child.Never give up on yourself: Susan's closing message encourages listeners to embrace personal growth, keep moving forward, and make play part of their journey. My favorite takeaway for this episode: “Growing up doesn't mean giving up play. It means discovering new ways to make room for it.” Featured Guest: Susan Crossman Susan Crossman is an international award winning author coach and editor who helps mission-focused coaches, consultants, healers and innovators write and publish compelling books that make a difference in their businesses and their world. She believes a well-written book can be a powerful force for good in our world and she takes delight in assisting her clients to greater author-ity. Connect with Susan Crossman: Website: https://awakeningauthor.com/Email: susancrossman.writer@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susancrossman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossmanCommunications ​ Book: My Amazon Author Page: https://www.amazon.com/Susan-Crossman/e/B008D60YDQ%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Free Gift: The Content Compass is your free guide to discovering the powerful book content you have already created but might not realize is waiting for you. Designed for mission-driven, spiritually-oriented coaches, healers, and entrepreneurs, it helps you move beyond the "blank page" by revealing the wisdom you've revealed through your work, journals, and client interactions. This checklist helps you organize your insights, share your transformational story authentically, and avoid generic, machine-generated content. Unearth your unique message to inspire others, build credibility, and make a meaningful impact, naturally and ethically. Link: https://content.compass.transformationalbook.com/home Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    Have We Forgotten How to Play? Rediscovering Joy and Laughter

  2. 4d ago

    Can Play Make You More Productive at Work?

    What if the thing you’re most afraid of making — a mistake — is actually the gift that moves you forward? In this solo episode, Malcolm breaks down why he believes play and productivity aren’t opposites but partners, and shares the deeply personal story of how a childhood illness, years of self-doubt, and one pivotal improv lesson taught him to stop fearing failure. Memorable Quote “Mistakes are gifts... I learned to accept my mistake and to recognize that it’s a mistake, and to find how I could best use that to move forward.” What You’ll Hear Why Malcolm believes play and productivity should be intertwined rather than kept separate, especially for entrepreneurs who set their own rulesThe pivotal lesson from his first improv class at Bay Area Theatre Sports (BATS): mistakes are gifts, not failuresThe difference between “celebrating” a mistake and simply accepting it: acknowledging it, learning from it, and moving on without self-punishmentA one-week challenge for listeners: add one small, playful act to your workday every day and notice what happens to your productivity A note to listeners: this episode includes a candid, lightly referenced account of childhood illness, bullying, and self-doubt as part of Malcolm’s own story. Resources Mentioned Bay Area Theatre Sports (BATS) improv school, Fort Mason area, San FranciscoMalcolm Grissom’s work at the World Laughter Organization™ Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ We are proud to have The Lighten Up Project on the *High Vibe Podcast Network .* Grab your free gift from Malcolm in our Our High Vibe Gift Vault. Love this show, check out the other shows on the High Vibe Podcast Network. Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    Can Play Make You More Productive at Work?

  3. Oct 23

    Why Won't My Child Listen? How Play Builds Better Communication

    What if the behavior you’re trying to correct is actually your child’s only available language? Veteran speech-language pathologist Dina Lynn Rosenbush joins Malcolm to unpack how play — not correction — is one of the most powerful tools for building speech, strengthening brain pathways, and helping kids feel safe enough to communicate honestly. Memorable Quote “Behavior and listening challenges often begin where language gaps.” What You’ll Hear How play opens the same relaxed, receptive part of the brain in kids and adults alike — whether that’s building something you enjoy, dancing, or playing musicThe difference between play as an activity and play as a mindset: approaching people with curiosity and exploration instead of judgmentWhy strengthening a child’s language skills directly builds their confidence, trust, and willingness to try — and to tell the truthWhat “intentional play” really means for parents: shifting the goal from “play for 10 minutes” to “listen for 10 minutes,” seen through the child’s eyes Resources Mentioned Dina Lynn Rosenbush’s podcast, The Language of PlayHer free gift: “Five Ways to Get Your Kids to Listen Better” (six-email series)Malcolm Grissom’s work at the World Laughter Organization™ Featured Guest: Dinalynn Rosenbush Dinalynn Rosenbush is a Consultant and Parenting Coach, Speaker, 30-year public school Speech Language Pathologist, Author, and Creator/Host of the Top 1.5% podcast: The Language of Play. Dinalynn helps parents understand how children communicate so they can connect more deeply with their children. She gives practical, daily strategies for building speech and language skills during normal daily activities - even in the presence of a delay. Dinalynn loves to empower parents through education and guidance. Dinalynn resides in Minnesota where she is near her children and grandchildren. Connect with Dinalynn Rosenbush: Website: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/Email: hello@thelanguageofplay.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dinalynnrosenbush/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinalynn-rosenbush-b5750854/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLanguageOfPlay LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/thelanguageofplay Free Gift: 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    Why Won't My Child Listen? How Play Builds Better Communication

  4. Oct 21

    What's the Difference Between Joy and Happiness?

    What if faith was never meant to be heavy, scary, or joy-free? Teacher and resource creator Stephanie Shane joins Malcolm to explore the deeply human, often playful side of spirituality found in and around the Bible — and why joy, unlike happiness, is something that can exist even in life’s hardest moments. Memorable Quote “When hope is present, joy is close behind.” What You’ll Hear Stephanie’s honest take on growing up in a family that coped through humor — including the double-edged nature of sarcasm as “biting play”Why she believes sarcasm isn’t something to reject outright, but something to examine with curiosity — a cue pointing toward unprocessed tension, not unlike a tender spot in a massageThe distinction she draws between joy and happiness: happiness as fleeting and circumstantial, joy as a constant, foundational state that holds even through griefHow the biblical promise of restoration, traced from Genesis to Revelation, shapes her understanding of where joy comes from A note to listeners: this episode includes candid reflections on family dynamics, church hurt, and the guest’s personal experience growing up biracial — shared warmly and with care as part of her own story. Resources Mentioned Stephanie Shane’s teaching and writing on spirituality and scriptureMalcolm Grissom’s work at the World Laughter Organization™ Featured Guest: Stephanie Shane Stephanie Shane is a Bible teacher and resource creator with a passion for helping people engage Scripture thoughtfully and faithfully. She enjoys breaking down complex passages- especially apocalyptic and symbolic texts- into clear, accessible insights that connect Biblical truth with everyday life. Through teaching, writing, and small-group resources, Stephanie seeks to cultivate curiosity, discernment, and spiritual growth rooted in the story of God. Connect with Stephanie Shane: Email: Beauty36549@gmail.com Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    What's the Difference Between Joy and Happiness?

  5. Oct 16

    How Do You Stop Reacting Emotionally and Start Responding?

    What if the thing triggering you today isn’t really about right now, but a response your body learned a long time ago? Certified clinical EFT practitioner and neural change solutions trainer Sophia Torrini joins Malcolm to break down how stress, trauma, and old patterns get stored in the body — and how a few minutes of breath, tapping, and intentional “lightening up” can start to rewire them for good. Memorable Quote “Change begins when we make a decision we want to change.” What You’ll Hear Why most of what triggers us in the present moment is actually an automatic response programmed by the past, not the situation itselfThe real sequence behind a trigger: body sensation first, then emotion, then thought, then automatic behavior — and why catching it early changes everythingA live demo of the 4-2-6 breathing pattern paired with tapping (EFT), and how it signals safety to the amygdala in real timeA simple daily practice anyone can start today: a 90-second breathe-and-tap check-in, followed by recalling a positive memory to carry into the dayWhy laughter and play activate a “creative state” in the brain, shifting us out of pure survival mode A note to listeners: this episode includes general discussion of trauma, stress, and the body-mind connection, along with a brief, non-specific reference to someone in crisis as an example. It also touches on personal medical decisions and some less mainstream healing frameworks, offered as the guest’s own professional perspective rather than medical advice. If anything in this episode brings up something you’re struggling with, please reach out to a licensed professional for support. Resources Mentioned Sophia Torrini’s practice — tapintoyourbestself.com (free 30-minute consultation and masterclass)Her “Change Your Mind, Create New Results” training with Dr. Joe DispenzaMalcolm Grissom’s work at the World Laughter Organization™ Featured Guest: Sophia Torrini As a Certified Clinical EFT Practitioner and NeuroChange Solutions Trainer certified under Dr. Joe Dispenza, I help individuals rewire their brains, release chronic stress, and create lasting emotional balance. My method blends trauma-informed EFT, Meta Consciousness, and Hacking Reality to support deep emotional healing and sustainable mind-body transformation. Through the Change Your Mind, Create New Results (CYM-CNR) program, you’ll discover how to shift from survival to creation — rewiring your brain for calm, clarity, and confidence so you can live as the empowered, future version of yourself. Connect with Sophia Torrini: Website: https://www.tapintoyourbestself.com/Email: tapintoyourbestself@gmail.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/tapintoyourbestself/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TapIntoYourBestSelfTiktok: www.tiktok.com/@tapintoyourbestself Facebook: www.facebook.com/TapIntoYourBestSelf.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sophia-torrini/ 🎁 Complimentary Session If your system won’t shut off, I’m offering a free 30-minute session to help you start shifting it immediately. 👉 Book here: https://calendly.com/tapintoyourbestself/30-minutes?month=2026-04 👉 Reset your nervous system: https://www.tapintoyourbestself.com/reset/ 👉 Schedule the masterclass: https://www.tapintoyourbestself.com/masterclass-create-new-results/ Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    How Do You Stop Reacting Emotionally and Start Responding?

  6. Oct 14

    Stop Waiting for Permission: How Laughter, Play & Purpose Help Us Move Forward

    Do we need a reason to laugh? And what happens when we stop waiting for permission to enjoy life? Malcolm welcomes career counselor Jhalisa Eukel for a lively conversation about laughter, play, connection, and finding purpose. From debating whether laughter needs a punchline to exploring humor in the workplace, they discover how play can build relationships, why timing matters, and how embracing life's unexpected moments can help us move forward. Plus, there's an unforgettable concert story involving a stage, a spectacular fall, and a camera that caught everything! What You'll Hear Why we often feel we need something funny to justify laughterThe importance of timing, boundaries, and reading the roomWhy play isn't limited to childhood or group activitiesHow humor can help build relationships in the workplace Featured Guest: Jhalisa Eukel A Career Counselor at Job Corps. A wife, dog mother, and a foodie. Connect with Jhalisa Eukel: Email: jhalisaeukel@gmail.com Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    Stop Waiting for Permission: How Laughter, Play & Purpose Help Us Move Forward

  7. Oct 9

    How to Create Emotional Safety When Someone Is Struggling

    What does it really mean to show up for someone when they least expect it? Registered nurse and nonprofit clinic manager Alicia Roberts joins the show to talk about supporting women and couples through unplanned pregnancies, what emotional safety actually looks like in practice, and why you can't pour into others until you've filled your own cup first. Alicia reminds us that sometimes the greatest gift we can offer isn't advice. It’s simply creating a space where someone feels seen, heard, and supported. Memorable Quote "I feel like someone is truly listening to me. They see me, they're taking time to hear me out... just allowing me to be who I am." What You'll Hear Alicia's "oxygen mask" philosophy — why taking care of yourself first isn't selfish, it's what makes you capable of showing up for someone elseHer go-to list for lightening a heavy load: quiet time, faith, her personal support system, time outdoors, and (admittedly) funny Instagram reelsWhat emotional safety looks like from both sides — truly listening without trying to fix, advise, or reshape the other personHow Alicia walks women and couples through unplanned pregnancy decisions with care, patience, and zero judgment — helping them reach their own decision rather than one shaped by fear or outside pressureLessons from her ICU nursing days: how a shared laugh with a patient's family, even in the hardest moments, can be part of real healing A note to listeners: this episode includes a professional, non-judgmental discussion of unplanned pregnancy options, including adoption and abortion, as part of Alicia's clinical work. These are presented neutrally as part of her role supporting clients through their own decisions, not as an editorial stance of the show. Resources Mentioned Alicia Roberts's work supporting women and couples through unplanned pregnancies at her nonprofit clinicMalcolm Grissom's work at the World Laughter Organization™ Featured Guest: Alicia Roberts Alicia Roberts has spent over 20 years as a registered nurse, but her real passion is walking alongside people during life’s unexpected moments. As the manager of a small nonprofit clinic, Alicia helps women and their partners navigate unplanned pregnancies, connecting them with resources and support to build confident, capable families. A wife and mother of three grown children, she believes that with the right help at the right time, every parent has what it takes to succeed. Fun fact: she’s officially Malcom’s favorite family member. Connect with Alicia Roberts: Email: robertsda5@outlook.com Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

    How to Create Emotional Safety When Someone Is Struggling

  8. Oct 7

    What Does Emotional Safety Actually Feel Like?

    What if you could feel your emotions without being swallowed by them? Emotional strategist, Reiki master, and sound therapist Katherine Eiple joins Malcolm to break down what emotional safety actually feels like, why laughter and tears are often closer than we think, and how her Neural Resonance Method helps the body release the emotional energy the mind can't talk its way through. What You'll Hear Why laughter isn't only tied to happiness — Katherine's honest take on laughing through sadness, stress, and even grief as a way to soften into hard feelingsWhat emotional safety really means: feeling grounded enough in your nervous system to actually sit with anger, sadness, or grief instead of avoiding themA simple end-of-day practice for processing a heavy emotion on purpose — including where to feel it in the body and how to transition back to neutralThe story behind her practice's name, Eiple Healing — "Every Individual Person Is Love" — and the belief that everyone is doing their best with what they've been givenWhat the Neural Resonance Method actually is: a trauma-informed blend of talk coaching, Reiki, and sound therapy designed to release stored emotional energy from the body, not just the mind A note to listeners: this episode touches lightly on past personal struggles with burnout and substance use as part of the guest's own healing journey, shared with care as context for her work. Resources Mentioned Katherine Eiple's practice, Eiple Healing — eiplhealing.com (free Neural Resonance strategy session for new email subscribers)Find her on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook: @eiplhealingMalcolm Grissom's work at the World Laughter Organization™ Featured Guest: Kathryn Eipl Kathryn Eipl is an Emotional Strategist, Reiki Master, Sound Therapist, and Yoga and Meditation Guide. She is the founder of E.I.P.L. Healing, Every Individual Person is Love Healing. She created an emotional and nervous system regulation method, the Neuro-Resonance Method™. The Neuro-Resonance Method™ is a trauma-informed, integrative healing approach designed to help shift unhelpful behaviors, release stored emotional energy, and create lasting change through embodied, soulful transformation. Connect with Kathryn Eipl: Website: https://eiplhealing.com/Email: info@eiplyoga.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eiplhealing/# Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eiplhealingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eiplhealing LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-eipl/ Schedule your appointment online EIPL Healing: https://bit.ly/4o5Uw5y Complementary Gift = 1 Neuro-Resonance Strategy Session use code WELCOME at checkout. Meet the Host: Malcolm Grissom Malcolm Grissom, affectionately known as "The Stand-up C.E.O.," is a team-building and employee engagement expert. Malcolm, an award-winning actor, comedian, International speaker, and best-selling author, masterfully blends humor, improv, and business acumen to enhance team dynamics and profitability. As a certified laughter leader, he leverages the power of positive psychology and his social work background to create engaging, results-driven experiences. Whether inspiring executives, strengthening teams, or energizing audiences, Malcolm’s unique approach fosters connection, creativity, and success. His ability to transform corporate culture with humor and insight makes him a sought-after speaker and consultant. Follow Malcolm: Website: malcolmgrissom.com Facebook: facebook.com/malcolmgrissom LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malcolmgrissom Stressed, stuck, or leading on autopilot? It’s not a motivation problem—it’s a connection problem. Malcolm’s weekly virtual improv classes boost engagement, collaboration, and retention—all while having fun. Register now for a complimentary month: https://malcolmgrissom.thrivecart.com/everyday-encores/ Share the Love ✨ If this episode lit something up in you… tag us on Instagram @HighVibeLeaders and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🦋 Don’t forget to rate & review — it helps us reach more conscious rebels like you. 🔊 Listen & Subscribe 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Amazon Music 🎧 High Vibe Podcast Network

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Hosted by comedian and Applied Humor and Play Professional Malcolm Grissom, The Lighten Up Project explores how laughter, applied improv, and genuine human connection can help us navigate life’s heaviest challenges. Through honest conversations with comedians, educators, leaders, and mental-health advocates, Malcolm uncovers practical ways to reduce stress, interrupt isolation, strengthen relationships, and create cultures where people feel safe, seen, and supported. Because healing does not always have to feel heavy—and serious change can begin with a moment of laughter. Laugh louder. Lead lighter. Live brighter. Laughter can open a door to connection. It is not a replacement for appropriate professional care.

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