Live Happy Now
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Recapping Our Happiness Month With Deborah K. Heisz
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With your help, we’ve been celebrating happiness throughout the month of March. Now, as it comes to an end, we’re looking at how you helped make t...
Finding Happiness in a Socially Distanced World with Dr. Jennifer Wegmann
23 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk a lot about the importance of social connection for maintaining our well-being, but how do you find happiness when you’re socially distanced...
The Power of Doing Good With Megan McDonough
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that doing good for others is also good for us. But have you ever thought about exactly why doing good is so powerful? This week, Meg...
The Power of Friendship With Molly Galbraith
09 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strong relationships are proven to create more joy in our lives, so this week, we’re looking at how to celebrate our friendships and build stronger ...
The Women’s Day Event With Carin Rockind
04 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On March 8, we’ll celebrate International Women’s Day, and this episode’s guest is throwing a celebration like no other. Carin Rockind, also kno...
Living in Gratitude With Kira Newman
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re kicking off an entire month of happiness to celebrate the International Day of Happiness on March 20. As part of that celebration, ...
Mindful Eating with Chef Dr. Mike
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What if the way you eat could change the way food affects your health? This week's guest explains how you can enjoy better health by changing your app...
Celebrating Happiness With Deborah K. Heisz
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
March is a special month at Live Happy Now, because the International Day of Happiness is on March 20. But we celebrate happiness all month long with ...
The Power of Hope With Margaret Dulaney
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Having hope is crucial not just to our happiness, but to our survival. But what happens when you start to lose hope? This week’s guest is Margaret...
Accepting Anxiety With Dr. Lauren Cook
02 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety affects millions of people and it’s no secret that the pandemic — and other events of the past year — haven’t helped make us feel more...
Finding Joy in Creativity With Doug Patton
26 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether we recognize it or not, all of us have great creative resources within us, and they can help us discover greater happiness. This week’s gues...
Managing Stress and Trauma With Dr. Karol Darsa
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Last year was stressful for everyone in one way or another, and the new year has brought more uncertainty and unrest in its early days. That is leavin...
Fixing the World With Mark E. Klein
12 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Right now, many of us feel like we just want someone to swoop in and fix the world. That’s where Franklin Rock comes in. Franklin Rock is a fictiona...
Finding Meaning in 2021 With Carew Papritz
05 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we begin 2021, many different emotions are at play. Whether it’s relief, anticipation, hope or even dealing with a sense of loss and grief, this ...
Make a Plan, Not a Resolution with Brent Franson
29 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With a new year on the horizon, many of us are thinking about our new year’s resolutions. But this year, what if you made a plan instead? This week’...
Happy Holidays in a Time of Covid with Dr. Jennifer Wegmann
22 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As Christmas arrives this week, most of us are experiencing the holidays in a very different way than we’re used to. In fact, for many, it doesn’t...
Discovering Holiday Cheer With Aneesa Sheik
15 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the holiday season, which means it’s time for Christmas music and holiday cheer. This week’s guest is Aneesa Sheik, a rising singer/songwri...
Overcoming Toxic Positivity With Dr. Lauren Cook
08 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no secret that, here at Live Happy, we are fans of positivity. But why are people now talking about toxic positivity? In this episode, author ...
How Pets Make Us Happier and Healthier With Dr. Margit Gabriele Muller
01 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us would do just about anything for our pets. But have you thought about how much your pet is doing for you? This week’s guest is here to t...
Living in Gratitude With Deborah K. Heisz
24 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This has been the most unusual and, for many, the most difficult year in recent memory. So what’s gratitude got to do with it? As we celebrate Thank...
Living Your Legacy With Codi Shewan
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we get older, it’s common to start thinking about what kind of legacy we’re leaving behind. But what if we started thinking about living our le...
Developing Your Intuition With Kim Chestney
10 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Intuition is something we’re all born with, but somewhere along the way, the noise of the outside world can drown out our inner voice. Or we forget ...
Helping Children Manage Grief and Loss With Ashley Bugge
03 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Grief is a difficult subject, and it can be even more difficult when trying to manage it with children. After the sudden death of her husband, Ashley ...
Coping With Election Stress With Erin Wiley
27 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If you’ve been feeling a bit more stressed or anxious lately, you aren’t alone. A new study by the American Psychological Association finds that t...
Improving Your Friendship Flow With Shari Leid
20 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s busy world, it is often easy to overlook the value of those friendships. After a cancer diagnosis, lawyer-turned-life coach Shari Leid re...
Making Better Decisions With Annie Duke
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We make decisions every day, but how often do you really think about the process that goes into making those choices? This episode’s guest has built...
The Power of Honesty With Judi Ketteler
06 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all told little white lies, but have you thought about how honest you really are in your day to day life? When Judi Ketteler started thinking ...
Practicing Deep Kindness With Houston Kraft
29 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s no question that our world needs more kindness right now, which is why this week, we are talking to Houston Kraft, author of the new book De...
International Positive Education Network Conference Preview With Deborah K. Heisz
22 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 stu...
Mindful Living With Dr. Aria Campbell-Danesh and Dr. Seth Gillihan
15 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 b...
Let Go of the Guilt With Valorie Burton
08 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Calm the Chaos With Nicola Ries Taggart
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Becoming Heart-Minded With Sarah Blondin
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
The Art of Acceptance With Scott Haas
18 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 bette...
Developing Empathy in Children With Lysa Heslov
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 gue...
Welcome to Season 6 With Deborah K. Heisz
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 Felp...
Embracing Anxiety with Karla McLaren
28 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Anxiety is something that many of us are familiar with—particularly now. But have you considered embracing it? This week’s guest, Karla McLaren, m...
Cooling Down in Anxious Times With Dr. Lise Van Susteren
21 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Even before the coronavirus pandemic, Dr. Lise Van Susteren was noticing a new phenomenon: patients were often plagued by worry, disturbing and intrus...
Regulating Emotions With Dr. Shauna Shapiro
14 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 hi...
Managing Loss During the Pandemic With Erin Wiley
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 p...
The Healing Power of Music With Dr. Sandi Curtis
30 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 nobod...
The Power of Kindness With Adrienne Bankert
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Look for the Good With Jason Mraz
16 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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, uplifti...
Managing Grief and Anxiety in Difficult Times With Aneesh Chaudhry
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Using a Game to Improve Resilience in Teens With Rosemary Lokhorst
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 you...
Finding Simplicity in Complex Times With Julia Hobsbawm
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today’s world has become increasingly challenging, so it’s fitting that this week, we’re talking about simplicity. How do you find more simplici...
Mindfulness for Children With Kamala Alcantara
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Turning Social Isolation Into a Creative Outlet With Martha Alderson
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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, pro...
Finding Positivity in a Pandemic With Deborah Heisz
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 li...
Using Your Breath to Calm Yourself During COVID-19 With Victoria Albina
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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. Vi...
Why Bother? With Jennifer Louden
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Make Your Home Your Happy Place With Rebecca West
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
The Secrets of Wellness With Dr. Jeffrey Rediger
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 un...
Surviving Self-Quarantine with Your Relationships Intact With CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke
31 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Now that most Americans find themselves self-quarantined, we’re learning to negotiate a completely different daily routine. Whether that includes a ...
Finding Calm in Chaotic Times With Erin Pickney
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 c...
Making Time for Meditation With Ariel Garten
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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....
Finding Your Purpose and Sharing Kindness With Sebastian Terry
10 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Exploring #HappyActs With Deborah Heisz
03 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Detox Your Social Media With Erin Pickney
25 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 unplug...
Change Your Brain Through Mindfulness and Self-Compassion With Shauna Shapiro
18 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 psycho...
Be Your Own Valentine With Karen McGregor
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 ab...
Embracing JOMO With Jessica Misener
04 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With the rise of social media, FOMO, or the fear of missing out, has become a problem that can result in anxiety, depression and other conditions. No...
Bringing Joy to the Workplace With Alex Liu
28 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 o...
Clear Your Clutter, Clear Your Mind With Marla Stone
21 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 “s...
Tap Into Happiness With Jessica Ortner
14 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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 skep...
Setting Goals Instead of Resolutions With Dr. Andrea Goeglein
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Finding Your Purpose for 2020 with Joanne Fink
31 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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, litera...
Happy Acts for a Happy New Year With Deborah Heisz
24 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Holiday Happiness Tips With Joe McCormack
17 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
Discovering the Power of Community With Peter Montoya
10 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After leaving a successful career in the finance industry, Peter Montoya was concerned by the growing anxiety, depression and loneliness that we’re ...
Simple Abundance Revisited With Sarah Ban Breathnach
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 be...
The Thank-You Project With Nancy Davis Kho
26 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 a...
Train Your Brain for Happiness With Dr. Tara Swart
19 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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’...
Happiness Around the World With Helen Russell
12 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 m...
Developing a Winning Mindset With Annie Vernon
05 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 que...
Digital Detangling With Pete Dunlap
29 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 liv...
Embracing Slowness With Jeff Bethke
22 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 liv...
Overcoming Workplace Bullying With Dr. Britt Andreatta
15 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Bullying has become such an issue in today’s world that October has been named National Bullying Prevention Month. And while we normally associate b...
The Importance of Self-Forgiveness With Stacy Kaiser
08 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Teaching Kids Positive Messages With Again Again
01 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 gi...
Making Good Habits Stick With Wendy Wood
24 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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. We...
The Beauty of Conflict for Couples With CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke
17 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
If you think that conflict is always bad for your relationship, think again. This episode’s guests are CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke, authors ...
The Power of Unplugging With Tiffany Shlain
10 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tiffany Shlain founded Character Day in 2013 as a way to recognize and celebrate the importance of character strengths. This year, she’s combining t...
7 Steps to Self-Improvement With Chris Libby and Paula Felps
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Li...
5 Steps to an Extraordinary Life With Zack Friedman
27 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Frie...
Living Longer and Happier Through Kindness With Kelli Harding
20 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve heard the old saying, “Kill them with kindness” – but what if the opposite was true? Kelli Harding, MD, MPH, is assistant clinical prof...
Hacking Your Brain for Happiness With Dr. Patrick Porter
13 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 balan...
What’s New in Positive Psychology With Deborah Heisz
06 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
How Plants Make Us Happier With Summer Rayne Oakes
30 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Living Life as an Extrovert With Jessica Pan
23 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Happier Aging With Louise Aronson
16 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Appreciating Others With Chris Libby
09 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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? ...
(It’s Great to) Suck at Something With Karen Rinaldi
02 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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, ...
Get Out of Your Funk With Janeane Bernstein
25 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 B...
World Congress on Positive Psychology With Lea Waters
21 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Every other year, the International Positive Psychology Association hosts a global gathering of leading researchers and practitioners to share the lat...
Reinventing Yourself With Sheri Salata
18 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Women’s Happiness Summit With Carin Rockind
11 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 Purp...
What Our Jobs Do for Us With Suzanne Skees
04 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
As founder and board chair of the Skees Family Foundation, Suzanne Skees has worked in developing countries to support innovative education and job cr...
The Power of Character Strengths With Ryan Niemiec
28 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
Overcoming Stress in America With Chris Libby
21 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Each year, Gallup releases its Global Emotions Report, which measures life’s intangibles: feelings and emotions. Using its Positive Experience Index...