Today’s theme was inspired by a quote from bestselling author Margaret Wheatley: “Without reflection we go blindly on our way, creating more unintended consequences, and failing to achieve anything useful.” This week we’re talking reflection: How to do it, when to do it, and why to do it. We’ll also talk about the many . . .

2020 has been the year that put so many things into focus. That’s what my guest, Serene Marie, RD, and I discuss in this episode: What came into focus for us this year and what’s on the horizon for us both in 2021! Speaking of: If you’re looking to create a better 2021 year, then a C Journal could be for you. Listen in to find out how an analog journal that’s part planner/part journal/part sketch pad could bring . . .

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter and hormone that helps you move, get things done, and get motivated — basically, it’s the perfect hormone to harness ahead of the new year! On this episode you’ll hear the low-down on dopamine, including how to game your brain so you can get more of it and use it to . . .

Because this year’s holidays are different from how we’ve celebrated in the past, we could all use a little help making the most of them. Serotonin regulates impulsivity, anger, and aggressiveness, and helps us feel calm and safe . . .

This holiday season may be unusual, but we don’t need to totally forgo human connection! This week we hear from professional connection creator Michelle Tillis Lederman. Disheartened by the lack of leadership and communication she experienced in corporate America, Michelle decided to take matters into her own hands and become a “people expert.” She now inspires organizations and individuals to build real . . .

This episode is about the feel-good hormone oxytocin and how to get more of it! Oxytocin is a hormone our bodies naturally produce, and harnessing it can help us make the most of the holidays. This episode will tell you how you can increase your oxytocin—also known as the “love hormone”—through fun practices, routines and . . .

There’s no sugar-coating it: This holiday season is going to be a tough one. That’s why this episode is about accepting and honoring your feelings. This holiday season, give yourself and others permission to feel many feelings at once. We’ll also discuss how to celebrate the . . .

Carolann Valentino, an award-winning entertainer, motivational speaker and TV host, Applied Positive Psychology Practitioner, and fitness expert is here for a wide-ranging conversation! In the first five minutes we get moving — we physically warm-up for our conversation and hope you join us! Then, using that burst of energy, we get into . . .

Today is part three of our three-episode series on sayings that need reframing. The first part was about physical sayings, the second was emotional sayings, and this week is about some relational mantras that I believe need some serious editing. Listen in to find out if you agree or disagree!.

For the past two weeks, I have been doing a series on sharing sayings that could be getting in your way. I’m interrupting part three of that series to instead share a timely conversation with former professional poker player and ultimate decision-maker Annie Duke. Her book, “Thinking in Bets: Making Smarter Decisions When You Don’t Have All the Facts'' has been an extremely helpful tool for my husband and me when making . .

There are sayings that have been said for years and years, maybe even by family members, and it turns out that not only are they untrue, they could be hurting you! During this three-part series, I’ll focus on the physical, emotional, and relational sayings that I believe need some serious editing. Last week was physical, this week is emotional. Listen in to find out those sayings which could be. . .

I was recently listening to a podcast about embracing your imperfect self. In it, I learned that the saying,“How you do anything is how you do everything” is not actually very helpful to us. It hit me hard, especially since most of the people I talk to are feeling overwhelmed, scared, and frustrated right now. I decided to dive into some sayings and mantras that may. . .

Ross Ruben is a professional entertainer and stuntman who shares with us how to create memorable experiences and take on challenging feats. Today’s episode is both long and wide-ranging, so put it on as you go for a long run, tackle a big cleaning or organizing project, take a long drive, whatever! Think of this as a time to sit around the campfire and listen to stories—because that is. . .

This week I’m joined by Jeff Harry, an international speaker, coach, and positive psychology practitioner who advocates for the benefits of play. Jeff believes that by simply unleashing our inner child, we can find our purpose and, in turn, help to create a better world. Jeff has spoken at INBOUND, SXSW, and Australia’s Pausefest, showing audiences how major issues in the. . .

Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar is back! Tal was involved in the positive psychology movement from the get-go and taught two of the largest classes at Harvard. In the positive psychology world, he’s an absolute ROCKSTAR. He’s also a best-selling author, leadership consultant, parent, husband, and a fellow member of the ADHD squad. Interviewing Tal again was even an item on my “20 for 2020” list. . .

Five years ago, five listeners of what was formerly called The Running Lifestyle Show ran the Chicago or NYC marathons with Serena Marie, RD and me. On today’s show, you’ll hear four of the five team members on why they ran the marathons. It was wonderful to catch up, see where running has taken them, hear about the impact a marathon had on their lives, and more. . .

We’re on lap three of four to celebrate 300 episodes. Why four laps? Because relationships are what lead to longevity and happiness and there is so little time and so many people to talk to. You’ll hear from four listeners-turned-clients of the podcast, and how they’ve used The Running Lifestyle Show and The Flourishing Experiment to create even better relationships. You’ll also hear how you can have a super power in your pocket through the . . .

Wow! Where did the time go?! I can’t believe we’re at episode 300. It has been a journey! This week Kate Weymouth, who was on episode 298 and discussed what to be mindful of heading into shorter days, flips the script and interviews me. During our wide-ranging conversation, we discussed . . .

This celebration episode did not go the way I envisioned celebrating almost 300 episodes of the podcast...but I think it turned out even better! and was even therapeutic! Serena Marie, RD, our go-to real food dietitian from back in the day when . . .

Kate Weymouth, MD, a board-licensed psychiatrist in Delaware and New York, comes by to share a Psychiatrist’s PSA. You’ll hear Kate’s top four tools to keep in mind as we head into shorter days during these unprecedented times. Some of her top suggestions may surprise you and may be . . .