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When was the last time you were filled with a sense of wonder? Psychologist Dr. Jonah Paquette explains why experiencing moments of awe can make us happier, healthier, and more compassionate to others. He also shares how we can feel awestruck every day, just by tuning in to the world around us. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

What exactly is self-compassion? Certified Professional Coach Jenny Tryansky explains what self-compassion really means, how we can all shift our mindset to be kinder to ourselves, and why it's totally OK to like yourself (mistakes and all). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In 2020, Alexandra Wyman was plunged into grief when her husband died by suicide, instantly leaving her a widow and single parent. Today, she is an advocate and public speaker for resources on the aftermath of suicide. Alexandra shares her personal experience with grief, how she manages her own mental health, and the common misconceptions about suicide that she's working hard to dispel. See Privac...

Ever wonder if you drink "too much"? New guidelines for alcohol consumption are causing some to rethink how much alcohol they consume. Psychologist Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay explains why this is a great opportunity to reframe our thinking about alcohol under the broader umbrella of health, and what you might want to consider before pouring that 2nd (or third) glass of wine. See Privacy Policy at https...

Feeling Frazzled? Organizational Wellbeing Consultant Dr. Reena Kotecha shares her personal experience with burnout while working as a front-line doctor, how to recognize the signs, and what you can do when quitting feels like the only option. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

According to George Mumford, reaching your highest level is to become "unlocked". The elite performance expert achieved success, and overcome a serious drug addiction, using mindfulness and meditation. He has helped NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan reach levels of greatness and shares how anyone can become unlocked by discovering and harnessing their own individual potential (no...

Human connection is crucial to happiness, yet we've never been more disconnected that we are today. Psychologist Jody Carrington explains how shame, trauma, and emotional dysregulation have played a role and what we can all do to reconnect and feel truly seen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

We have all experienced feelings of stress, sadness, and anxiety. Psychotherapist and bestselling author, Owen O'Kane shares techniques we can do throughout our day to manage uncomfortable feelings and unhelpful thinking patterns. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Death of a partner, job-loss, divorce, pandemic. At one point or another, each of us will be faced with some kind of unexpected life crisis. Financial planner and life coach Shannon Lee Simmons shares techniques that can help us make sound choices when emotional and financial stakes are high. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...

Never before have teenage girls had so many demands placed upon them, by themselves and by others. Clinical Psychologist Dr. Tara Porter talks how today's young women can cope during this stage, what they want parents to better understand, and why she’s feeling so hopeful and optimistic about this generation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://...

Breaking the taboo on menopause, tackling our complicated relationship with money, and fighting feelings of pandemic fatigue—these are just a few of the essential topics The LifeSpeak Podcast tackled over the past 12 months. They’re also the three podcasts that resonated the most with our listeners this year. Join your regular host Marianne Wisenthal as she recaps key insights and surprising takea...

Bored out of your mind? Dr. James Danckert has built an impressive career on the study of boredom. The cognitive neuroscientist and author explains what happens in our brain when we feel bored, how it impacts our mental health, and why being confronted by tedium is a crucial signal that we shouldn’t ignore. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar...

Doom scrolling, digital clutter, and screen addiction can cause many of us to feel stress and anxious. Digital wellness educator Lisa Pender shares strategies for having a more balanced relationship with our devices, at work and at home because, “we cannot talk about personal health and wellbeing in the 21st century without talking about digital wellness.” See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/p...

Trauma pervades every aspect of our lives but there are ways to manage the stress. Psychologist Dr. Christopher Willard explains how self-compassion practices such as breathing, gratitude, and mindfulness can make us all more resilient to the world around us. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

In the early months of the pandemic, many organizations made employee mental health a bold priority. Two-and-half years on, is it still top of mind? Jo Yarker discusses the impact of long Covid on our attitudes towards health in the workplace, how ‘The Great Resignation’ is related to mental health, and why employers must adapt themselves to ensure a healthy and fulfilling workplace. See Privacy P...

At what point can your relationship with alcohol, drugs, or gambling be considered risky? Clinical psychologist Dr. Youssef Allami explains how to recognize the signs of addiction, whether abstaining is the key to recovery, and why calling someone “an addict” can prevent them from getting the support they really need. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

Michael Bach is an author and thought leader in the fields of inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. He explains what companies can do to create inclusive workplaces for people who don’t fit squarely into the “straight” and “cis” box and how being an active ally for LGBTQ2+ communities is good for business. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...

ER doctor and a radio broadcaster Dr. Brian Goldman discusses why teamwork is a transcendent experience, how adopting a “me to we” mentality can save lives and the number one thing we can all do to become a better teammate, in work and in life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

Menopause is a natural and inevitable transition for women over 50, yet it’s highly misunderstood by both doctors and those experiencing it. Menopause specialist trainer Bev Thorogood explains why menopause is a crucial workplace issue, what employers can do to better support midlife women, and how her own experience with severe hormonal changes led her to leave her civil service job, and start a...

Did you know that eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness? Clinical therapist Kyla Fox discusses how the pandemic is impacting those with eating disorders, how she overcame her own struggle with anorexia, and why she decided to open a recovery centre to offer the kind of professional support to others that she didn’t get herself. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Feeling crushed by pandemic fatigue? You’re not alone. Two years of masks, lockdowns, and social isolation has left many of us feeling emotionally exhausted. Registered psychotherapist Janna Comrie offers advice on how to fight your fatigue and what therapists like herself are doing to adapt to changing times.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

Registered dietician and nutritionist, Nishta Saxena offers advice for parents who are struggling with picky eaters. She also talks about how the pandemic has impacted our relationship with food, why nutrition can have a huge impact on a family’s mental health, and how we should all be striving to become ‘empowered eaters’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at...

Is your worry about the future of the planet affecting your mental health? The Eco Hub founder Candice Batista shares advice on managing our worries about the climate crisis, why a $6 t-shirt costs more than you think, and the number one thing we should all be doing to help save the earth. Email us questions or comments at podcast@LifeSpeak.com Check out us on Facebook and Twitter . See Privacy Po...

Do you feel guilt and shame about your finances? Shannon Lee Simmons says that this is a common struggle for many of her clients. The financial planner explains why social media plays into our feelings of inadequacy, and how we can all improve our relationship with our money. Email us questions or comments at podcast@LifeSpeak.com Check out us on Facebook and Twitter . See Privacy Policy at https:...

What’s the most pressure you’ve ever been under and how did you react? According to Dane Jensen, how we navigate our highest-pressure moments has a huge impact on the overall trajectory of our lives, both in terms of how successful we are and how much we enjoy the journey along the way. He explains the difference between stress and pressure, tools we can all use to cope, and why being better at ti...