Life Lived Better

If someone asks you to go to dinner, what is your response? Sure. I will go if I can pick the restaurant. Sure. I will go and I will go to the restaurant you pick. Sure. I have no opinion on where we go. But I will complain if it isn't what I secretly wanted. Sure. We can go to the restaurant you pick this time and my choice next time. Each of these responses represent a Communication Style ....

In this episode, Joseph and Paula discuss Networking. Networking is an investment in your career. It takes time and motivation to develop. It will also take some risks. We often think of networking related to career, but networking can also be for any area of our life we want to grow. Join Joseph and Paula as they explore the elements involved in networking, tips for growing your network, and the...

In this episode, Joseph and Paula discuss the 3 main eating disorders: Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating. They provide the symptoms for each and how to cope with an eating disorder. They also share information on NEDA, the National Eating Disorder Association Helpline to reach out to if you need support for yourself or someone you love. You can visit online National Eating Disorders Association...

Do you love to be on the latest fad diet? Filter your Instagram photos? Do you eat when you are stressed? How about cutting carbs? We have all likely heard of eating disorders. But have you heard of disordered eating? Joseph and Paula talk about the characteristics of disordered eating. They both relate to this topic closely and share a few personal experiences on the topic. NEDA, The National Eat...

You have likely heard the term Dysfunctional Family, but do you know what it means? Did you grow up in a family filled with dysfunction? Are you in one right now? Joseph and Paula share the characteristics and roles of dysfunctional family systems in this episode. If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out...

In this episode Joseph and Paula share a bit about themselves by answering some questions. If you have questions you would like them to answer about themselves, you can let them know. If you have other question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at  www.lifelivedbetter.net  or email them directly at I...

We have all likely been there, but do we know how to process through the experience in a healthy way? Joseph and Paula tackle this topic during this episode and provide some tips and tools. If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at I...

Joseph and Paula are back with a listener favorite, Questions for Counselors. This week has a mix of questions from future counselors and general questions for counselors to discuss. How do you earn trust from a child who knows nothing but constant disappointment? If counseling is so beneficial, why is it so inaccessible and who makes the rules on pricing? These are just two of the questions addre...

Would you like more joy in your life? Is it as simple as just wanting it to make it happen? It could be. Listen to this episode, where Joseph and Paula share the steps to manifesting joy in your own life.  If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or ema...

Our final episode in the abuse series shares information on how to support someone who is experiencing abuse and what to do if you are the victim of abuse. To review our information, you can visit the website we acquired our sourced material at HealthyPlace.com. Should you need support for any of the topics we discuss, please use any of these hotlines: Child Abuse Hotline – 1-800-4-A-CHILD (800 42...

This is the third part in the series where Joseph and Paula talk about abuse. This is not a pleasant topic, but definitely a necessary one. According to the National Statistics on Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people each minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. For one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Those figures only take into account do...

This is the second part of Joseph and Paula talking about abuse. This is not a pleasant topic, but definitely a necessary one. According to the National Statistics on Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people each minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. For one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Those figures only take into account domestic violen...

This multi-episode topic is a tough one. Joseph and Paula are talking about abuse. This is not a pleasant topic, but definitely a necessary one. According to the National Statistics on Domestic Violence, nearly 20 people each minute are physically abused by an intimate partner in the United States. For one year, this equates to more than 10 million women and men. Those figures only take into accou...

We know companies have Mission and Vision Statements, but have you ever considered having a personal one? What would yours say? Listen as Joseph and Paula tell you what a Personal Mission and Vision Statement should contain and how to write your very own. If you have a question, you would like them to answer, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them direc...

Pulling from questions asked by a new group of students, Joseph and Paula bring back an old favorite! Questions for Counselors.  What are the best counseling techniques? How is technology changing how counselors do their jobs? Those are only two of the questions addressed in this episode. If you have a question, you would like them to answer, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifel...

Happy New Year! Can you believe it is already 2023? Want to know the most popular New Year's Resolutions?  Exercise more (52% of respondents) Eat healthier (50%) Lose weight (40%) Save more money (39%) Spend more time with family and friends (37%) Did you make any resolutions? Have you kept up with them? Did you know only 8% of Americans keep their resolutions and a majority of those who make...

Low energy? Feeling hopeless? Cynical? Maybe even resentful? You could have burnout. Burnout is a form of exhaustion, and it can happen to anyone. It can be caused by constant busyness and prolonged stress. Burnout is often a result of a person's job. Though it is not a formal medical diagnosis, it definitely can affect mental and physical health.  Joseph and Paula take a look at burnout - th...

No matter which you celebrate, we wish you the warmest of winter holidays! You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net. Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individu...

Annoyed? Feeling rage? Many people see anger as a negative emotion. But actually, anger is a normal emotion we all experience. It ranges in intensity – slight annoyance to rage. Anger can act as a barometer letting us know something needs to change or be addressed. Joseph and Paula dive into the emotion and its nuances.  You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.li...

Have you ever considered what makes you who you are and how you became that way? What is the reason for your beliefs? Your likes and dislikes? Your perceptions and values? Joseph and Paula tackle the existential question, Who Am I? on this issue of Life, Lived Better.  If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reac...

What is regret and is it normal? What role does it play in your life? Is it helping you or hurting? Joseph and Paula will address regret and how to allow it to benefit you during this episode. If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website at www.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly a...

We want to take a minute to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.  We will be back December 8 to begin Season 3.  Until then, don't forget, that knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.  Warmly,  Joseph and Paula  www.lifelivedbetter.net

After 40 episodes, Life Lived Better is wrapping up the second season. Paula & Joseph talk about their favorite episodes of the season and give a brief preview of episodes to come in Season 3!  We will return with an all new episode on December the 8th!  Happy Holidays!   If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free...

Joseph and Paula are excited for a new round of Questions for Counselors! There are a few professional and some personal questions on the agenda in this episode. Do you think everyone should consider going to counseling? How do you know when it is time to terminate counseling? These are only two of the questions addressed in this episode. If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to...

he hosts are glad to be back with a new episode this week. They will be talking about Enabling, a listener suggested topic.  Enabling occurs when you provide a person something they could provide themselves. Joseph and Paula share signs of enabling, what is wrong with enabling, and how to stop.  You can find information from this episode on Paula's Blog at PaulaHellerGarland. BlogSpot.com  You...