Podcasts by Live Happy Now

International Positive Education Network Conference Preview With Deborah K. Heisz from 2020-09-22T13:00

Whether you’re an educator or a parent, the concept of positive education is something that can change your life … as well as the life of your student or child. In these times, it’s more importa...

Mindful Living With Dr. Aria Campbell-Danesh and Dr. Seth Gillihan from 2020-09-15T13:00

Mindfulness is something that pretty much all of us have heard of and many of us want to practice it. But sometimes just the idea of learning how to be more mindful seems daunting.

This e...

Let Go of the Guilt With Valorie Burton from 2020-09-08T13:00

All of us feel guilty from time to time, but if you’re having trouble letting go of guilt – well, you’re not alone. Guilt is a difficult emotion which is why Valorie Burton, founder of the Coach...

Calm the Chaos With Nicola Ries Taggart from 2020-09-01T13:00

A lot of us would like to learn how to calm the chaos around us right now, and it just so happens that this week’s guest literally wrote the book on that. Nicola Ries Taggart is a life strategis...

Becoming Heart-Minded With Sarah Blondin from 2020-08-25T13:00

Are you living in your heart, or living in your head? If you’re spending more time in your head than in your heart, this week’s episode is perfect for you.

Sarah Blondin is an author and ...

The Art of Acceptance With Scott Haas from 2020-08-18T13:00

Accepting the difficult events in our lives is a key part of our well-being. Acceptance allows us to cultivate a sense of calm that allows us to better deal with stress. As we deal with an incre...

Developing Empathy in Children With Lysa Heslov from 2020-08-11T13:00

In recent years, we’ve learned a lot about the profound transformative effect that empathy can have on us. For more than a decade, this week’s guest has been on a mission to help bring those pow...

Welcome to Season 6 With Deborah K. Heisz from 2020-08-04T13:00

It’s a brand new month and it’s also a brand new season of Live Happy Now. As we start this new season Live Happy CEO Deborah Heisz and Paula Felps talk about how things changed for all of us la...

Embracing Anxiety with Karla McLaren from 2020-07-28T13:00

Anxiety is something that many of us are familiar with—particularly now. But have you considered embracing it? This week’s guest, Karla McLaren, makes the case for delving into this emotion and ...

Cooling Down in Anxious Times With Dr. Lise Van Susteren from 2020-07-21T13:00

Even before the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Lise Van Susteren was noticing a new phenomenon: patients were often plagued by worry, disturbing and intrusive thoughts, sleep disruptions, grief and m...

Regulating Emotions With Dr. Shauna Shapiro from 2020-07-14T13:00

If you’ve ever had a sudden feeling of distress that triggers your fight or flight response, then you know what it’s like to have your emotions hijacked. And if that’s something you’ve experienc...

Managing Loss During the Pandemic With Erin Wiley from 2020-07-07T13:00

All of us have lost something this year, and that’s affecting us whether we realize it or not. This week, we’re joined by Erin Wiley, a clinical psychotherapist and executive of The Willow Cente...

The Healing Power of Music With Dr. Sandi Curtis from 2020-06-30T13:00

If there was ever a year that needed a soothing soundtrack, it would be the year that we’re in now. Music has powerful healing properties, and nobody knows that better than this week’s guest. Dr...

The Power of Kindness With Adrienne Bankert from 2020-06-23T13:00

As an Emmy-winning reporter for ABC News, Adrienne Bankert has covered some of life's most tragic moments, but it has never made her lose sight of her desire to find the best in people. Her expe...

Look for the Good With Jason Mraz from 2020-06-16T13:00

Since the release of his first hit single, The Remedy (I Won’t Worry), in 2002, Jason Mraz has based his musical career on sharing positive, uplifting music. On June 19, the two-time Gr...

Managing Grief and Anxiety in Difficult Times With Aneesh Chaudhry from 2020-06-09T13:00

At any given time, everyone is going through something in their lives. But rarely do we have a situation where so many people are collectively going through such trying times. The good news is, ...

Using a Game to Improve Resilience in Teens With Rosemary Lokhorst from 2020-06-02T13:00

Imagine living in a world that has been plagued by great tragedy. The world as you knew it is gone, all the stores are closed, and you can’t see your friends. Sound familiar? Interestingly enoug...

Finding Simplicity in Complex Times With Julia Hobsbawm from 2020-05-26T13:00

Today’s world has become increasingly challenging, so it’s fitting that this week, we’re talking about simplicity. How do you find more simplicity in a complex world? Well, it’s complicated.

Mindfulness for Children With Kamala Alcantara from 2020-05-19T13:00

By now, most of us are aware of how important it is to be able to use tools like mindfulness and meditation to help create inner calm. But as tough as it can be for adults, imagine what it’s lik...

Turning Social Isolation Into a Creative Outlet With Martha Alderson from 2020-05-12T13:00

Tapping into your creativity is a proven way to increase your personal well-being. It can put you in a positive mood, give you a sense of purpose, promote problem solving and reduce stress and a...

Finding Positivity in a Pandemic With Deborah Heisz from 2020-05-05T13:00

For many of us, right now it seems a little bit harder than usual to find the good in the world, and finding things to be optimistic about can seem like even more of a chore. If you’re having st...

Using Your Breath to Calm Yourself During COVID-19 With Victoria Albina from 2020-04-28T13:00

If ever there was a time to take a deep breath, it’s right now. And this week’s guest is uniquely qualified to walk us through how to do that.

Victoria Albina is a functional nurse practi...

Why Bother? With Jennifer Louden from 2020-04-21T13:00

With so much going on in the world today, you might have hit the point of asking “why bother?” A lot of situations feel pretty grim right now and some days it’s hard to find the energy and enthu...

Make Your Home Your Happy Place With Rebecca West from 2020-04-14T13:00

We are spending most of our time at home right now, and no matter how much you love the space you live in, or the people you share it with, some days it might seem like it’s the last place you w...

The Secrets of Wellness With Dr. Jeffrey Rediger from 2020-04-07T13:00

This is a time when all of us are thinking about healing and recovery. We have a lot of questions about wellness, and this episode’s guest offers unique insight into healing and well-being.

Surviving Self-Quarantine with Your Relationships Intact With CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke from 2020-03-31T13:00

Now that most Americans find themselves self-quarantined, we’re learning to negotiate a completely different daily routine. Whether that includes a roommate, spouse, children or other family mem...

Finding Calm in Chaotic Times With Erin Pickney from 2020-03-24T13:00

There’s no question that we are experiencing a chaotic time right now, and many people are feeling overwhelmed by situations that are out of their control. We’ve heard so many concerns from peop...

Making Time for Meditation With Ariel Garten from 2020-03-17T14:03:52

This week’s episode looks at something we all know about, we all know we should do … but we often have trouble finding time for in our busy lives. Meditation has incredible healing value for bot...

Finding Your Purpose and Sharing Kindness With Sebastian Terry from 2020-03-10T13:00

All of us want to discover our purpose in life, but we don’t always know how to do that. For Sebastian Terry, that path began with making a list of 100 things he wanted to do before he died. But...

Exploring #HappyActs With Deborah Heisz from 2020-03-03T14:00

March 20 is the International Day of Happiness, but at Live Happy Now, we celebrate it all month long. One way we do that is with a little movement we call #HappyActs. This week, Live Happy CEO ...

Detox Your Social Media With Erin Pickney from 2020-02-25T14:00

There’s a lot of discussion today about how social media is harming our mental health, and many experts advise taking a break from it or even unplugging entirely. But what do you do if that’s ju...

Change Your Brain Through Mindfulness and Self-Compassion With Shauna Shapiro from 2020-02-18T14:00

There’s so much talk today about mindfulness that it sometimes seems the word has lost its meaning. This week, Dr. Shauna Shapiro, a clinical psychologist and internationally recognized expert i...

Be Your Own Valentine With Karen McGregor from 2020-02-11T14:00

This is the week when you’ll hear a lot of talk about Valentine’s Day and showing those around you how much you love them. But have you thought about being your own valentine this year? Whether ...

Embracing JOMO With Jessica Misener from 2020-02-04T23:41:41

With the rise of social media, FOMO, or the fear of missing out, has become a problem that...

Bringing Joy to the Workplace With Alex Liu from 2020-01-28T14:00

For most of us, “joy” is not the first word that jumps to mind when we think about work. But this week’s guest has made it his mission to find out how we can all change that.

Alex Liu is ...

Clear Your Clutter, Clear Your Mind With Marla Stone from 2020-01-21T14:00

January is National Organization Month, which makes it a great time to get your home in order. But how do you do that when it seems you have more “stuff” than you have places to put it? This epi...

Tap Into Happiness With Jessica Ortner from 2020-01-14T15:17:12

If someone told you there was a simple practice that could lower your stress, improve your health and boost your overall well-being, you might be skeptical. But this week’s guest has a science-b...

Setting Goals Instead of Resolutions With Dr. Andrea Goeglein from 2020-01-07T14:00

As we begin a new year and a new decade, many of us have set ambitious resolutions for change. Or maybe we’re still trying to decide what it is that we want and need from the next 12 months. Tod...

Finding Your Purpose for 2020 with Joanne Fink from 2019-12-31T14:00

Many of us will start the New Year with a renewed commitment to change or to following a new purpose in life. This week’s guest, Joanne Fink, literally wrote the guidebook to lead us on that jou...

Happy Acts for a Happy New Year With Deborah Heisz from 2019-12-24T14:00

With the New Year just around the corner, you might already be thinking about that New Year’s resolution or what you hope to accomplish in 2020. We have some ideas!

In this episode, we he...

Holiday Happiness Tips With Joe McCormack from 2019-12-17T14:00

Technology has changed our lives in many ways, but when holiday celebrations are spent with guests on their phones or tablets, it takes away much of the magic of the moment. This episode’s guest...

Discovering the Power of Community With Peter Montoya from 2019-12-10T14:00

After leaving a successful career in the finance industry, Peter Montoya was concerned by the growing anxiety, depression and loneliness that we’re experiencing as a society. To help turn the ti...

Simple Abundance Revisited With Sarah Ban Breathnach from 2019-12-03T15:30

When she wrote the book Simple Abundance 25 years ago, author Sarah Ban Breathnach had no idea that she was about to launch a global movement. Long before gratitude journals were a “thing,” her ...

The Thank-You Project With Nancy Davis Kho from 2019-11-26T14:00

We’ve heard a lot about the power of saying thank you, but what happens when a simple thank you turns into a heartfelt letter? Nancy Davis Kho was at a reflective point in her life when she deci...

Train Your Brain for Happiness With Dr. Tara Swart from 2019-11-19T14:00

We’ve all heard about the principles of visualization and manifestation, but to many of us, it might sound a little too good to be true. Today, we’re talking to a neuroscientist who guides us th...

Happiness Around the World With Helen Russell from 2019-11-12T14:00

This week, you can enjoy a whirlwind trip of happiness around the globe! When journalist Helen Russell moved to Denmark in 2012, she wanted to learn more about why the country ranked so high on ...

Developing a Winning Mindset With Annie Vernon from 2019-11-05T14:00

If you’ve ever watched elite athletes and wondered what makes them so different, we’ve got great news for you: Today’s guest can answer that question. What’s even better is that she can tell you...

Digital Detangling With Pete Dunlap from 2019-10-29T13:00

If you feel like the world is moving a whole lot faster these days, you’re not alone. We’re consuming information at an unprecedented rate and living in an “always on” world. It’s no secret that...

Embracing Slowness With Jeff Bethke from 2019-10-22T13:00

If you feel like the world is moving a whole lot faster these days, you’re not alone. We’re consuming information at an unprecedented rate and living in an “always on” world. It’s no secret that...

Overcoming Workplace Bullying With Dr. Britt Andreatta from 2019-10-15T13:00

Bullying has become such an issue in today’s world that October has been named National Bullying Prevention Month. And while we normally associate bullying with school children, the fact is that...

The Importance of Self-Forgiveness With Stacy Kaiser from 2019-10-08T13:00

If you’ve ever struggled with forgiving someone, or forgiving yourself, you don’t want to miss what this week’s guest has to say abut it. Stacy Kaiser, a licensed psychotherapist, relationship e...

Teaching Kids Positive Messages With Again Again from 2019-10-01T13:00

Giving our kids positive messages is important, but sometimes it’s difficult to do in a tumultuous world. The guests on this episode are not only giving kids a new way to look at the world, but ...

Making Good Habits Stick With Wendy Wood from 2019-09-24T13:00

Habits: We’ve all got ‘em … and we all wonder why we aren’t better at changing them. This week’s guest has the answer to that question.  Wendy Wood has spent 30 years researching human behavior ...

The Beauty of Conflict for Couples With CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke from 2019-09-17T13:00

If you think that conflict is always bad for your relationship, think again. This episode’s guests are CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke, authors of the book, “Listen

The Power of Unplugging With Tiffany Shlain from 2019-09-10T13:00

Tiffany Shlain founded Character Day in 2013 as a way to recognize and celebrate the importance of character strengths. This year, she’s...

7 Steps to Self-Improvement With Chris Libby and Paula Felps from 2019-09-03T13:00

We all have something we’d like to improve about ourselves, and this is the month to do it! September is Self-Improvement Month and that inspired Live Happy Now host Paula Felps and Live Happy e...

5 Steps to an Extraordinary Life With Zack Friedman from 2019-08-27T13:00

We’ve all heard that when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. But today’s guest actually wrote the book on how to make that lemonade.

Zack Friedman is the CEO and founder of Make Lemona...

Living Longer and Happier Through Kindness With Kelli Harding from 2019-08-20T13:10:31

You’ve heard the old saying, “Kill them with kindness” – but what if the opposite was true? Kelli Harding, MD, MPH, is assistant clinical professor of psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Me...

Hacking Your Brain for Happiness With Dr. Patrick Porter from 2019-08-13T13:00

While we don’t think much about them, our brainwaves are always busy—and they play a huge role in our well-being. When brainwaves get out of balance, it affects our sleep, our health and our rel...

What’s New in Positive Psychology With Deborah Heisz from 2019-08-06T13:00

It’s a brand-new season of Live Happy Now, and what better way to kick it off than to sit down with Live Happy CEO Deborah Heisz and talk about what’s new in the world of positive psychology? De...

How Plants Make Us Happier With Summer Rayne Oakes from 2019-07-30T13:00

If you’re a regular listener of Live Happy Now, you already know that we’re big fans of nature. While we talk a lot about the value of getting out in nature, this week’s guest is all about bring...

Living Life as an Extrovert With Jessica Pan from 2019-07-23T13:00

If you’re an introvert, you know just how terrifying it can be to do things like talk to strangers, throw a dinner party or—gulp—public speaking. For journalist Jessica Pan, overcoming life as a...

Happier Aging With Louise Aronson from 2019-07-16T13:00

You’ve heard the phrase, “You’re not getting older, you’re getting better”—but how often do you believe that? After hearing Louise Aronson, M.D., you might realize that the old adage is true. Listen

Appreciating Others With Chris Libby from 2019-07-09T13:00

We all have people in our lives that we love and appreciate, but have you ever thought about how good it is for you to show appreciation for others?

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(It’s Great to) Suck at Something With Karen Rinaldi from 2019-07-02T13:00

Most of us focus on pursuing things we’re good at, but what if you like doing something … and discover you’re really bad at it?

Karen Rinaldi, publisher at Harper Wave—a book imprint she ...

Get Out of Your Funk With Janeane Bernstein from 2019-06-25T13:00

All of us go through difficult times in life, but what do you do when you find yourself in a funk that you can’t get out of? That’s what Janeane Bernstein, Ed.D., wanted to find out after the de...

World Congress on Positive Psychology With Lea Waters from 2019-06-21T15:00

Every other year, the International Positive Psychology Association hosts a global gathering of leading researchers and practitioners to share the latest research and best practices in positive ...

Reinventing Yourself With Sheri Salata from 2019-06-18T13:30

What do you do if you’ve spent your life building the career of your dreams…but realize one day that you’ve forgotten to build the life of your dreams? If you’re Sheri Salata, you leave your hig...

Women’s Happiness Summit With Carin Rockind from 2019-06-11T13:00

Did you realize that women face different challenges than men when it comes to their happiness? With that in mind, Carin Rockind—creator of the PurposeGirl movement and founder of the Women’s Gl...

What Our Jobs Do for Us With Suzanne Skees from 2019-06-04T13:00

As founder and board chair of the Skees Family Foundation, Suzanne Skees has worked in developing countries to support innovative education and job creation programs. She has compiled the storie...

The Power of Character Strengths With Ryan Niemiec from 2019-05-28T13:00

Character strengths hold the key to help you begin to know yourself better, and the more you know yourself, the more you can flourish. With their new book, The Power of Character Strengths: ...