Across nearly seven years of podcasting and interviewing more than 280 people, some really amazing conversations have taken place—often with authors about their books. During this seven-part summer series, you’ll hear top takeaways from some of my favorite books about vitality, creativity, and creating . . .

You probably have heard of “energy vampires,” or people who suck the energy out of you. They can make you feel tired, demotivated, frustrated or perhaps all of the above. What you may be less familiar with are “positive energizers,” often associated with the heliotropic effect seen in plants. Flowers and plants need sunlight to grow and will grow toward or facing the sun whenever they get the chance. Research has shown a correlation between . . .

Kelly Miller, CAPP, author of the book “Jane’s Worry Elephant: A Self-Help Guide for Kids with Anxiety,” is here to share the many tools you can use to both manage your anxiety (I think it’s safe to say almost all of us feel anxious at some point in our lives!) and to help others with theirs. This episode is a conversation with . . .

Robert Kuang, an intuitive life coach and child prodigy musician shares how the sound of music can be a catalyst for so much more. We discussed his circuitous route to the U.S., what it was like to study at one of the top performing arts colleges only to stop playing the piano, and how he followed his creativity to . . .

With so much going on in the world today, it’s easy to feel triggered or even violated. Five elements in particular can lead to feelings of triggering or even violation. Once we become aware of what we’re experiencing, we can react and respond in a way that empowers us.

Words create worlds and today I’m sharing how word choice can really make a difference in our lives. You’ll hear about tools, skills, and mindsets you can use to experience life in a different—and perhaps more fulfilling—way. You may even feel a spark of inspiration to . . .

Serena Marie, RD, is back to share what people aren’t talking about when it comes to intuitive eating, especially in the running world. It’s a wide-ranging conversation between two friends catching up on life. A content note: we discuss Serena’s experience with anorexia and bulimia on this episode.

In this week’s episode, we explore Adam Grant’s book, “Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know.” Our topic is rethinking and how taking a scientific approach to life can help us live more harmoniously. I discuss the ‘three P’ modes of thinking—prosecutor, preacher, and politician—and how to take a curious, intellectually humble approach to working with others and being yourself.

It doesn’t feel good to feel sad, depressed, annoyed, or frustrated. But one of the worst things we can do is resist those emotions and let them impact us and the people around us. Research shows that when we hide from our emotions and don’t allow ourselves to feel them, anxiety and depression levels go up and resiliency goes down. In this week’s episode, we explore Susan David’s book, “Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life.” You’ll learn now to notice the many . . .

Dr. Elizabeth Hughes is back to discuss some simple breathing techniques that can make a huge impact. We also discuss what the vagus nerve does both physiologically and psychologically and how being mindful of your breath can make a big difference. . .

This week we’re getting to know our Reticular Activating System (RAS)—the part of the brainstem that plays a crucial role in managing our thoughts and getting motivated! We’ll discuss what it is, what it does, and how to use it, including some practical tips and and ideas for tapping into . . .

Writer and performer Laura Hankin joins us this week to help us tap into our creative side! We talk about her writing process, books she recommends, authors she admires and even how our dreams can pop up unexpectedly. Plus, a little bit about her next . . .

Dr. Elizabeth Hughes shares how changing our mindsets can actually, physically help our bodies heal. A Stanford-trained physician with 25 years of clinical experience, Dr. Hughes now blends her scientific training with . . .

Dr. Kate Truitt introduces us to havening, a tool to help us stay calm and gain clarity. Dr. Kate is a neuroscientist and clinical psychologist specializing in trauma-informed treatment and care. Our conversation was recorded late at night and has a very conversational, vulnerable tone; I got a lot out of it and . . .

It’s been nearly a year since COVID really hit most of the U.S. and a lot of our days may seem repetitive and boring. What if you could nudge yourself toward novelty and use it not only for fun, but as a tool to get things done?

What if when the pandemic is over, we’re better than before? This week we’re exploring that idea and indulging our “what-ifs” with the help of Positive Psychology and creating your own personal energy management system.

Elaine O’Brien, PhD, is here to remind us of the joy of movement! Particularly in these dark, cold winter months, it's easy to hibernate and forget the positive impact movement can have on our moods and on our . . .

James Wallman’s book “Time and How to Spend It: The 7 Rules for Richer, Happier Days” is an excellent manual for designing leisure time that is fulfilling and rejuvenating. That’s our focus today: how to better spend our leisure time! We’ll explore both James’ book and some . . .

Maya Kova joins us this week to share with us how to use our body and breath to feel grounded during these turbulent times. She’s an Applied Positive Psychology coach and Certified Tantra Educator who’s been studying . . .

We know exercising releases endorphins—but what are they, really? This week we’re talking all about endorphins, the neurotransmitters and hormones often thought of as chemical messengers . . .