Episodes
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says – A new study on the benefits of taking a break and exercising in natural environments shows that getting active outdoors promotes positive emotion and increased focus.
Life Hack – 3 strategies to maximize your energy throughout the day.
Practitioner Corner: Meet Jamie Johnson Weisberg, an artist and coach of human potential who helps people venture north of neutral.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says – A study by Barbara Fredrickson, Ph.D., and colleagues discovers something unique about positivity resonance. It’s not just a feeling of positive emotion between two people, but rather a deeply shared connection with others that is related to flourishing mental health and well-being.
Life Hack – Learn how to build your positivity resonance muscle.
Practitioner Corner: Meet Amy Holdsman, a dog lover, positive psychology practitioner and philanthropist who helps people make a social impact in the world.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says – A new study links emodiversity of positive emotions to reduced inflammation in the body.
Life Hack – How to tell the difference between basking and boasting.
Practitioner Corner: Meet Tanis Frame, a thrive catalyst and play evangelist who has spent her life chasing curiosity and Frisbees.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says – A study of individuals undergoing vaccination shows that being in a positive emotional state can help influence the immune system.
Life Hack – How to get a positive mood boost when you need it.
Practitioner Corner: Meet Kathy Mackintosh, a certified integrative health coach and positive psychology practitioner on a journey of healing.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says – Taking short breaks at work to relax and connect can boost productivity, especially for those with low work engagement.
Life Hack – The Daily Dozen is a go-to exercise to get into a positive emotional state.
Practitioner's Corner: Meet Emmy Gaye, a positive psychology practitioner who works with children on strengths-based development.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says - A new study explores the relationship between redirecting our attention, which we do when we practice gratitude and kindness, and overall well-being, happiness and life satisfaction.
Life Hack – Discover a powerful life equation for deriving meaning from suffering.
Practitioner’s Corner: Meet June Russo, a positive psychology-based psychologist and coach, dancer, poet and author who describes how her CAPP training broadened her perspective on life.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says - Learn about a new study in Wales that applied a "writing about good things" intervention in a school setting.
Life Hack – How to be efficient in positive thinking.
Practitioner’s Corner - Meet Adam Kulpa, a mindset coach who helps young athletes learn to thrive.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says - Does success lead to happiness or is it the other way around? A study tackles this age-old question.
Life Hack – Learn how to move from “have-do-be” to “be-do-have” on the path to happiness.
Practitioner’s Corner - Meet Ilene Schaffer, a coach who literally “walks” people through transitions in their lives.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says—New research study interviews 4,000 millionaires to determine if money is related to their happiness.
Life Hack—Learn how to manage your expectations to become the right kind of perfectionist.
Practitioner’s Corner—Eliza Weller is an integrated wellness coach who specializes in anxiety and negative self-talk.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says—Study proves that your mood can impact your handwriting.
Life Hack—Learn how to use your emotions to embrace your creativity.
Practitioner’s Corner—Dr. Cheryl Lanlier is a positive applied psychology based human performance technology expert. She helps people and the organizations they work for adopt and use technology in more efficient ways.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says—A new study looks at the impact physical activity has on our stress reactivity.
Life Hack—Learn how to burn more calories with a new type of movement called N.E.A.T. (Non Exercise Activity Thermogenesis).
Practitioner’s Corner—Lidia Doncova-Macri is a positive psychology practitioner, change expert and corporate trainer from Australia.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says—A recent fMRI study looks at what happens in people’s brains when they anticipate good things happening in their future.
Life Hack—Learn how to get the benefits of anticipatory savoring without the pitfalls of anticipating the future and then feeling disappointed.
Practitioner’s Corner—Meet Kerri Brock, an organization and change coach in Toronto who helps individuals and organizations meet their goals.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Learn about a research study that uncovers the power of personality to shape income.
Life Hack: Discover the principles of Ikigai and how it can help you figure out your reason for being in the world.
Practitioner’s Corner: Meet Kristin Caven, she founded The Flourishing Artist, a support community for creative types centered around seminars, classes, coaching and community.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Learn about the impact of health coaching on your well-being.
Life Hack: How to be your own life coach.
Practitioner’s Corner: Meet Lauren Teller, who uses her experience as a positive psychology coach to promote how to cultivate meaningful change in how you feel about yourself and show up in your life.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Learn how sleep impacts your productivity and engagement at work.
Life Hack: Techniques to improve the quality of your sleep.
Practitioner’s Corner: Meet Andrea, a nutritionist coach and yoga teacher who talks about how wellness and nutrition are vital to leading a healthier and happier life.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Metacognitive practices help people develop more flexible thinking in day-to-day life to help overcome depression or ruminative thoughts.
Life Hack: Learn techniques to watch and measure your thinking to train your brain to focus on solution or action-oriented thoughts rather than negative judgments or ruminations.
Practitioner’s Corner: Chianti Lomax, a certified coach and founder of the Happy Pop-Up, talks about her experiences creating fun, curated, interactive events that teach people practical tools in positive psychology.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Learn about a study on self-forgiveness as an intervention.
Life Hack: How to practice self-forgiveness on a day to day basis.
Practitioner’s Corner: Hear how Denise uses positive psychology as a career coach and speaker to help people uncover who they are and what they want to do with their lives.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Learn about fascinating new research into the relationship between oxytocin and the expression of gratitude.
Life Hack: Discover how to build oxytocin by yourself to release that "cuddle hormone."
Practitioner’s Corner: Hear from Diana, a financial advisor who uses positive psychology principles to create financial well-being.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will learn:
Science Says: Dive into a research study that looks at who is at risk of becoming addicted to social media.
Life Hack: What are the addictive patterns that we get into and how you can build your self regulation
Practitioner’s Corner: Meet Sandy who is bringing positive psychology to teenagers at a technical school.
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In this episode of The Flourishing Center podcast you will hear:
Science Says: Explore the impact of technology on social well-being.
Life Hack: Look at a simple habit of brain matching that will enable you to help change other people's behavior
Practitioner's Corner: Meet Katrina who transitioned from working in a dental clinic to becoming a resilience coach and trainer.
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