Polly Campbell, Simply Said

Stop cramming and highlighting and instead set learning goals and use distributed practice to retain what you are learning online or in the classroom. This 'sode covers simple learning strategies that we -- and our kids -- can use to stay sharp now whether we are taking online classes or going back into the classroom.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author of Strength: Meditation for Wisdom, Balance, and Power, Sue Patton Thoele, www.suepattonthoele.com joins us for the S2 interview to talk about how we can use our core qualities to integrate our hearts with our heads and cultivate inner strength.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learning to notice and experience our emotions -- even the uncomfortable ones -- are key to living a less stressful, more rewarding life. In this episode, we cover 15 easy-peasy ways to do it. And, you're bound to feel better by the end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acceptance is not resignation or giving in, it's a way of seeing the reality of the moment so you can be calm, relaxed, responsive. It feels a whole lot better than pushing back against life all the time, and you'll make better decisions that will help you thrive in the next moment.  This episode will explain how to do it.   Also, check out the Simply Nifty rec: The War of Art: https://stevenpress...

Choosing certain actions and behaviors can impact our feelings. Hobbies that interest you, social connection (even via Zoom), exercise, and other positive activities can lead to positive feelings and elevate your days, no matter what you are experiencing. Research by University North Carolina Chapel Hill, https://thewell.unc.edu/2020/06/30/how-to-have-a-better-day-during-the-pandemic/ Simply Nifty...

Emotional triggers can cause us to eat, drink, or unconsciously dip into other bad behaviors that can have a destructive impact on our lives. But, with a little awareness and understanding, we can identify our triggers and find other ways to stay psychologically safe before they wreak havoc in our lives.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year it's more important than ever that you take your vacation time. Whether you take a stay-cation or a vacation, time away from work and the household routine eases stress, boosts mood, and even makes you more likely to get a raise. Yep. Research shows that employees come back more focused and productive after time away and more likely to receive raises and bonuses than those who never get...

Do something fun, get outside, and take time out to lay the foundation for healthy habits that will soothe your soul, support your body, and boost your mood. I'll explain why and offer some other holistic health -- mind-body-spirit -- strategies you can use every day to boost immune function and feel good.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Tim Tamashiro talks about how to explore and shape our lives in a way that allows us to do what we love, do what we are good at, do what the world needs, and do what we can be rewarded for. When what we do involves all those aspects, that is Ikigai. And, Ikigai can help us feel happier and more satisfied no matter what we are facing. Tamashiro says "Do More Your."  S2 Interview: Tim Tamashi...

What to do when you don't feel like doing anything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Stephanie Krikorian talks about how she got her self-help fix and the lessons she learned along the way. Maybe, says the author of Zen Bender, nothing was broken to begin with. Tune in to this fun and thoughtful discussion about growth, exploration, and self-acceptance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've heard plenty about detoxifying our bodies from sugar and processed foods, alcohol, and the other things that can keep us from living our best lives. Maybe you've even gone on a detox diet yourself. Now it's time for a mental detox. Learn how to release the bad beliefs and thoughts that keep us caught in stress and limitation. With this episode, you'll learn to clear the mental clutter.  Lear...

When I got married, I wanted to live in a duplex with him on one side, me on the other. Instead, we bought a house, and over the last 18 years, I've had a lot to learn about strengthening my relationships and supporting my marriage. I went to some of the top relationship experts to do it. Here are some of my favorite tips for keeping any relationship strong.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

While nobody I know would pick pain over comfort or hardship over happiness, plenty of people find ways to transform the most difficult of situations into greater resilience and growth opportunities. Here's how you can do it too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We all have flaws and shortcomings, but when we can accept them in ourselves, we can better love others to develop closer relationships and greater peace in our lives, says Dr. Brad Reedy, clinical director of Evoke Therapy Programs and author of The Audacity to Be You: Learning to Love Your Horrible Rotten Self. Find Dr. Reedy at www.evoketherapy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap...

Whew, was I feeling rundown. The lingering stress and uncertainty was weighing on me. I was mentally exhausted. Having a hard time making decisions and staying positive. But, I didn't want to stay stuck in that downward cycle. Here's how I handled it and these tips might help you too.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is one thing that is just as contagious as coronavirus, and when we spread this, we all do better. It's kindness and in this episode, we explore what it looks like in the time of COVID-19 and how it will help us going forward.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The greatest artists, innovators, leaders, parents, are able to flex and move with each situation. To see things differently and adopt a flexible mindset that allows them to grow and change and respond in powerful ways no matter what the situation calls for. Guess what? We are wired to do this too and right now an agile and adaptive mindset is a powerful tool for both our health and happiness. Her...

When we learn what it takes to be happy, then we can find our way to it and experience happiness even and especially during the roughest times. Valerie Alexander learned how to do this during one of the toughest times in her life and what she learned is just as relevant for today. Find Valerie Alexander and her book Happiness as a Second Language at www.speakhappiness.com. Polly is @PLCampbell on...

Creativity isn't about making masterworks. It's about copping a growth mindset, positive attitude, innovative attitude, and flexible problem-solving strategy. Get it. Creativity is just the thing we need to get through these difficult times. The good news is we are all creative. I'll tell you how to access your creative spirit and make for a better day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

The Covid-19 virus means big changes to our routines, but we have put some new ones in place to help. In this episode, I talk with Sherrri Sacconaghi about the importance of a routine and how you can create a simple one to help you manage stress and change. Find me on Twitter @PLCampbell, Facebook @PollyCampbellAuthor, where we are sharing coping ideas and more. Find Sherri Sacconaghi's blog at sk...

We can deal with the uncertainty and stress to make this time safer and more meaningful for everyone by challenging our thoughts, finding perspective, easing stress, managing the moment, and trying a few other things. By being deliberate in our thoughts and choices,  we can feel better and take care of each other during this wild time. I share some of what I'm working on in this episode.  Learn mo...

Author and athlete Meredith Atwood talks about her year of no-nonsense and how, after taking an honest look at her life, she decided to quit drinking, leave her job, and get rid of the people-pleasing and self-sabotaging behaviors that were making her miserable.  And she offers some thoughts about how we can live more fulfilling lives too. Check out the Year of No Nonsense by Meredith Atwood.  Fol...

Nobody likes to be rejected. Heck, I don't even like the word. Rejection can cause mental stress and even physical pain. But, if we deal with it the right way, that pain can also be motivating. In this episode, I'll share some of the science-based strategies I use to manage rejection and how we can actually use those setbacks to our advantage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...

This S2 Interview features Dr. Christine Carter, author of The Sweet Spot: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less, who says life doesn't have to be hard for us to be productive and successful. Instead, we can access our "effortless power" to get more done and feel better about what we are doing. Learn how in this episode and check out Christine Carter's books and work at www.christinecarter.com Lear...