Just One Thing

Good communication is at the heart of good relationships and, ultimately, happiness. This week, Lisa and Brad explore how to employ conversational threading to dramatically improve your communication and attain greater closeness with family and friends.  Ever wondered how you can transform a mundane conversation into a deep, enriching interaction? Discover the power of conversational threading in...

Recent studies have shown that increased generosity leads to increased happiness.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss how to go about being a bit more generous and explore things to watch out for, when doing so. Discover the unexpected joy found in the simple act of giving, as we unravel the heartwarming connection between generosity and personal happiness. Have you ever felt a surge of warmth after...

Being vulnerable is scary and being purposely vulnerable takes practice and awareness. This week, Lisa and Brad explore the advantages that vulnerability can have on your relationships and overall well being. When the walls come down, what's left to discover about ourselves and each other? Lisa and I dare to unravel the art of vulnerability in a heart-to-heart exchange that promises to redefi...

Many times, our efforts just don't match up to our own expectations, or those of our friends and family.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss how to accept that "you are always enough," even when it may not seem so.    Feeling overwhelmed by the relentless pursuit of perfection? You're not alone. Join us, Brad and Lisa Stearns, as we unpack the liberating concept of radical self-a...

Studies have shown that the true secret to lifetime happiness is the quality of your connections.  This week, Lisa and Brad explore how having deeper conversations can enhance the quality of your connections. Have you ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of monotonous small talk, yearning to break free and forge genuine connections? Our conversation today is a treasure trove of strategies for an...

Major life transitions are frequent and usually difficult. This week, Lisa and Brad explore life transitions and discuss ways to more effectively navigate them, maintaining more equanimity and acceptance.  As we traverse the ever-shifting landscape of our lives, each transition carves into our identity like water shapes the earth. Today, we share a raw and intimate conversation about wrestling wit...

Smart choices are usually hard choices, think going to the gym instead of Netflix or broccoli instead of cake. This week, Lisa and Brad explore why our best choices are usually somewhat unpleasant and how to overcome this dilemma , at least some of the time.  Ever wondered why it's just so hard to pass up a slice of cake for a stalk of broccoli? Join us and our co-host Lisa as we get real abo...

Having a solid morning routine can greatly improve your life.  This week, Lisa and Brad explore how to construct a morning routine that will make a positive difference. When I was grappling with the darkest period of my life, suffocating under the weight of ill health, it was the discovery of a morning routine that breathed new life into my days. Inspired by Hal Elrod's "The Miracle Morn...

Rumination can be very difficult to deal with and can negatively impact your day to day happiness.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss how to recognize rumination and how to better cope with it, when it appears.  Ever found yourself trapped in a whirlwind of thoughts that just won't quit? That's the rumination rollercoaster, and it's a ride many of us know all too well. Join us as we...

It's human nature to want to keep score and, at the same time, doing so is almost certainly damaging your relationships.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss how to recognize when you're keeping score, how to break the habit , and build better more trusting relationships. Have you ever found yourself silently tallying who does more in your relationship? It's a battle I've fought t...

Improper breathing can actually cause poor health and magnify anxiety.  This week, Lisa and Brad explore what a healthy breath feels like and how learning to breath correctly can be your first step on the path to health, happiness, and more mindful living. Discover the unexpected key to serenity that's been with you all along—your breath. Within this heartfelt discussion, we delve into how so...

The need always be right has a negative impact on all of your relationships.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss this incessant need to be right, exploring why it is so harmful and examining ways, with awareness and practice,  it can be overcome. Imagine a recent evening spent with friends, laughter echoing around the room, until a dispute over a game rule brings a sudden chill. We've all been...

Everyone has a different set of talents and recognizing that fact can go a long way in improving your relationships. This week, Lisa and Brad explore exactly what talents are, and provide examples that you can use to understand why unrecognized talent disparity can cause so many relationship  problems. Ever marveled at someone's effortless charisma or envied another's punctuality? This w...

For better or worse, your parents establish social and relationship expectations that become a long list of "should do's"  in your subconscious.   This week, Lisa and Brad explore this "voice in your head" and discuss the ways you can break free.   Ever felt burdened by the weight of expectations, especially those ingrained by our mothers? Dive headfirst into this riveting...

A mindful staycation is the perfect solution for dealing with burnout and stress.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss the benefits of a mindful staycation and present several activities that can make it both healing and enjoyable. Are you ready to shake up your life and cultivate a more mindful existence, all within the comfort of your own home? This episode is brimming with enlightening strategies...

What seem to be negative encounters are unavoidable, as we go about our daily business, and each will elicit an almost uncontrollable stress response.   This week, Lisa and Brad explore these constant social stressors and discuss a few techniques to get yourself out of the resultant negative thought loops.  Ever wonder why something as petty as someone cutting the line at Panera can send you spira...

All humans crave control in their lives, especially in volatile  times.  This week, Lisa and Brad explore  just how little control we really have and discuss strategies for dealing with this uncertainty.  Ever wondered why we constantly crave control, even when life continually proves how unpredictable it can be? Buckle up for a profound exploration into the 'illusion of control' that we...

There are times when your mind just won't stop racing.  This week, Lisa and Brad explore this unpleasant experience and describe techniques you can use to alleviate your distress. Ever wake up at the bewitching hour of 4 or 5 in the morning with your mind spiraling out of control? Fear not, we've been there too, and it's not as scary as it seems. This episode is all about our person...

Facing setbacks is inevitable, and learning how to deal with them is a major factor in your overall level of happiness and life satisfaction.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss a 3 step process for dealing with setbacks, whether big or small. Support the show

Good, healthy relationships are filled with positive comments and supportive dialogue,  This week, Lisa and Brad explore the many phrases and conversations that give a great relationship a specific sound. Support the show

This week, Lisa and Brad continue the discussion of alternative medicine and take a deeper dive into some of the modalities that they have found useful. Support the show

There are many valid healing modalities within the overall sphere of alternative medicine.  This week, Lisa and Brad talk about their own experiences within the realm of alternative medicine, focusing on acupuncture, trigger point therapy, and deep tissue massage. Support the show

Noise can be a powerful source of stress and silence can be an extremely healing experience. This week, Lisa and Brad explore the many ways that too much noise and too little silence can effect your life and your overall well being. Support the show

Quality sleep can improve you overall health and vitality as well as actually extend your life.  This week, Lisa and Brad discuss the many ways in which you can get a better night's sleep. Support the show

Tasks and projects invariably take longer than you think they will.  This week, Lisa and Brad explore this reality and discuss ways to deal with it and keep yourself on track. Support the show