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Episode 3002:
Shawn Achor, a Harvard University alumnus and author of "The Happiness Advantage," sheds light on the power of positive psychology in managing chronic illnesses like multiple sclerosis. He emphasizes how small, daily practices like sending appreciative emails, smiling, expressing gratitude, focusing on positive experiences, engaging in fun activities, and meditating can significantly boost well-being, optimism, and life satisfaction, even in challenging circumstances.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.livehappy.com//blogs/happiness-advantage/achieving-happiness-despite-everyday-challenges
Quotes to ponder:
"Social connection can be as predictive of your longevity as high blood pressure, obesity, and smoking."
"Our brains can't tell much difference between visualization and actual experience, by rehashing a high point in the day you double the effect of that positive experience."
"Happiness is a choice, even in the midst of a chronic illness."
Episode references:
Shawn Achor's TED Talk: Link to TED Talk
The Happiness Advantage: Link to Book
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Episode 3001:
Ingrid's insightful take on sleepless nights reveals how worry can be channeled into creativity. She offers practical self-guided meditations to transform anxious thoughts into restful opportunities, emphasizing that rest is achievable even without sleep.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://ingridyhelanderlmft.com/cant-sleep-create-your-own-guided-meditation-for-peace-and-rest/
Quotes to ponder:
"Sleepless worry is creativity all dressed up with nowhere to go."

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Episode 3000:
In this special episode 3000 flashback: discover the story of a successful corporate executive who bravely left his high-powered job and material wealth to pursue a more meaningful life. His journey from feeling overwhelmed and unhappy in the corporate world to embracing minimalism, focusing on personal growth, and finding passion in writing reveals a transformative path towards genuine fulfillment.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.theminimalists.com/quit/
Quotes to ponder:
"It feels great to write those four words, but it is also terrifying and exhilarating and scary and exciting and surreal and unbelievable and, in many ways, indescribable."
"I wasn’t living the Dream; I was living a lie."
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Episode 2999:
Kathy Robinson explores the transformative power of facing wellness challenges. By sharing personal experiences and practical strategies, she illustrates how overcoming obstacles in health and wellness can lead to profound personal growth and meaningful life changes.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://athenawellness.com/blog/2021/5/1/turning-wellness-challenges-into-wins
Quotes to ponder:
"Challenges are not immovable objects. Everything shifts and changes over time – people, places, experiences, personal and professional situations."
"It’s healthy to use fresh perspectives and new solutions to old problems."
"Incremental improvements add up, create momentum, and unearth new possibilities."
Episode references:
"The Athena Principles. Simple Wellness Practices for Overworked Professionals" by Kathy Robinson - Amazon
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Episode 2998:
Sarah Von Bargen shares nine practical morning habits that can significantly improve your day. From setting realistic goals to establishing a ritual signaling the start of serious work, these habits are designed to enhance productivity, mindfulness, and overall well-being.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.yesandyes.org/2017/01/morning-habits-for-business.html
Quotes to ponder:
"When you start the day right, the rest of it is more likely to fall into place."
"Our inboxes are filled with other people’s agendas [...] as soon as we check email, we’re in reactive mode."
"Quieting our minds is good for our health, our creativity, our productivity, and our relationships."
Episode references:
"Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life... and Maybe the World" by Admiral William McRaven: Amazon Link.
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Episode 2997:
Tynan from reveals how triggers can be harnessed to create positive habits, transforming routine actions into catalysts for beneficial behaviors. By linking daily activities like waking up or feeling tired to specific actions, such as meditating or hydrating, Tynan demonstrates how to construct productive habit chains, making it easier to maintain good habits over time.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tynan.com/trigger/
Quotes to ponder:
"The reason that bad habits are so hard to quit is that we have these many triggers that start us down that path almost automatically."
"Just as bad habits are built slowly and incrementally, so are good habits."
"By chaining these habits together, I’m able to have a very productive morning almost on autopilot."
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