The Positive View Podcast - Discovering the Power of Positivity in Life

When considering whether to start something new or make a change in our lives, we weigh the effort and the outcome often with a first thought along the lines of what’s in it for me? This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. share the value of bringing more positivity into one’s life and share what developing a positive mindset has done for each of them. Whether you are actively cultivating positivity...

In a previous episode (Episode 81: Positive Affirmations), Christy and Briana discussed adding  positive affirmations to the toolbelt to help make incremental changes to our mindset to build positivity and confidence. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss their experience changing their viewpoint on affirmations and the effects adding positive affirmations to their daily routine have...

As we move down the path of personal development we may need to look at whether there are aspects of our life - behaviors, thought patterns, relationships, etc. - that we need to let go of to allow us space to learn and grow and can help us on our way to becoming more positive. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. explore the idea of letting go and making room for new opportunities and learning...

Gratitude and positivity are two peas in a pod. Practicing one can help us cultivate the other. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G discuss gratitude and ways to develop it to help build more positivity in our lives. If you’re looking for opportunities to learn about gratitude and positivity - Welcome! This episode of the Positive View Podcast is for you.

Taking a positive view on ourselves to cultivate self love is not always an easy or comfortable journey but is so vital to our well being. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss self love and how thought patterns and experiences shape how we perceive and care for ourselves. If you are interested in exploring self love and ways to cultivate it - Welcome! This episode of the Positive View Po...

Sometimes we need a lift and cultivating an upbeat and positive outlook and finding opportunities to have more fun can be tools we can use to get the most out of life. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. talk about making small changes in how we view our experiences, creating lists of the things we like to do and a few go-to people in our lives can help us be upbeat and positive and have more f...

Positivity and happiness - are they connected? They are! If we have a positive attitude will we be happy? Sometimes. If we have a positive attitude will we be happy all the time? Nope. Does a positive attitude mean sadness, grief, anger, frustration are gone for good? No - but… a positive attitude can help us develop resilience and other skills that help us work through these emotions and the chal...

Bringing awareness to sources of negativity in our lives, the emotions negativity may generate and the behaviors we fall into are important steps in helping us release and rid ourselves of negativity. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss how processing and releasing negativity can open one up to improved self awareness, a more positive outlook, and new opportunities. If you’re looking fo...

Happy New Year! The new year is here and for many of us it’s another opportunity to reflect and make plans for the year ahead. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G discuss the making goals at the new year and how adding positivity to that list can lead to growth, resilience and success. If you’re looking to bring a little positivity with you into the new year - Welcome! This episode of the Positi...

It’s hard to believe 2021 is coming to a close. We are so grateful for your support of the podcast. We are taking a short break and will be back with you on January 3, 2022.

Positive and negative consequences are the outcomes of our actions and other influences and can have a significant impact on how positive we’re able to be. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss the consequences of our actions, how we label them, the stories we tell ourselves about those labels and the effect that can have on our positivity. If you’re interested in exploring consequences a...

The vibes, or energy, we put into the world and the expectations we set for ourselves can have a significant impact on our life experience. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss how cultivating positive vibes and setting positive expectations can help improve our attitude, relationships and experiences, and help us spot opportunity even when our path gets rocky. If you want to learn more...

As we cultivate positivity in our lives, it’s natural to want to surround ourselves with positive people who want to participate in positive relationships. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss the characteristics of positive relationships, setting expectations for positive relationships and how we can serve a source of positivity in our relationships. Whether you’re looking to develop ne...

Although we experience life as a series of peaks and valleys - we can maintain a positive attitude and identity. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. explore the ups and downs of life, the association of certain emotions like anger and sadness with negativity, and how these factors affect our attitude. If you’re interested in cultivating self-awareness and learning how one’s perspectives on cert...

On the path to positivity, we sometimes need a little boost to keep us going. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. share upbeat nuggets that keep positivity flowing. If you need ideas to help lift your positivity levels - Welcome! This week’s episode of the Positive View Podcast is for you.

Self-confidence - the perspective on our individual skills and abilities - can have a significant influence on how we view the world around us and impact our mental attitude. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss how self-confidence influences our perspective, life experiences, and positivity. If you find yourself looking for ways to build self-confidence - Welcome! This episode of `The P...

Positive affirmations can be a helpful tool to help change our mindset as we build positivity and confidence. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss positive affirmations and how they can be used to drive personal change. If you’re looking for another tool in your positivity toolbelt - Welcome! This week’s episode of The Positive View Podcast is for you.

Acknowledging our emotions and venting them can be an effective way to work through our challenges and be a helpful tool in developing positivity. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss the difference between complaining and venting and how getting our emotions out support our positivity work. If you’re trying to discern the difference between complaining and venting or interested in learn...

Working to bring more positivity into our leaves helps us to cultivate a sustained positive mental attitude. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss ways to do practice positivity to cultivate a positive mental attitude. If you’re looking for ideas to boost your positivity and grow a positive mental attitude - Welcome! This week’s episode of The Positive View Podcast is for you.

Have you ever been tired of everything and everyone? This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss the challenge of feeling less than positive about generally everything and ways to work through it. If you’re finding yourself feeling less than positive - Welcome! You’re not alone. This week’s episode of The Positive View Podcast is for you.

Finding opportunities to recognize and reward ourselves and others can help reinforce our efforts to develop lasting habits as we cultivate positivity in our lives. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G discuss positive reinforcement and how it can be used to develop a positive mindset and share positivity with others. If you are looking for another tool to help build a more positive mindset and b...

As we work on developing our positivity, one of the most important skills on the journey is thinking and talking positively to ourselves. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss positive self-talk, how and why it can be difficult, and the benefits of developing this vital skill. If you are interested in learning about positive self-talk and gaining understanding of how it can be helpful to...

When we are working to be more positive, it can be difficult to see just how to make it happen. This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. share their experiences and lessons learned while trying to be positive people. If you want to develop a positive outlook and have felt uncertain how to get started or are looking for new ways to be positive and maintain the progress you’ve made - Welcome. This wee...

Positive thinking - what’s the big deal? If positive thinking is even a thing - what can it really do for me? This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. discuss the ways in which cultivating a positive mindset and thinking positively can provide us the ability and power to weather difficult times, avoid or remove ourselves out from negative thinking traps, and cultivate the best parts of ourselves. If...

Have you ever wondered how despite your work to improve your positive mindset, you still end up falling into a negative mindset - often without even realizing it? This week Christy Murphy and Briana G. explore a few of the ways our minds can trip us up and even trap us in negative thinking patterns and discuss strategies to help us avoid getting caught-up in them. Whether you have been snared by b...