Episodes
What do I need to actually balance? Why is balance so important? How can we achieve more balance? Listen and find out. A Happier Year is now available on AHappierYear.com! Use the code “happycastlistener” at checkout for 10% off.
Published 04/22/21
A Happier Year is on Kickstarter until November 13.  Don’t miss out on A Happier Year, an illustrated calendar with 366 science-based actions. AHappierYear.com Today we are going to talk about three different papers assessing: healthy selfishness, optimism, and acceptance. These three papers provide the basis for three actions in A Happier Year. Let's dive into these papers and get a sneak peak of whats in A Happier Year. 
Published 10/28/20
Today we are learning about active leisure! Why do we feel so “blah” after watching Netflix and what can we do instead? What psychological needs are we missing out on? A Happier Year is on Kickstarter! bit.ly/ahappieryear  Don’t miss out on A Happier Year, an illustrated calendar with 366 science-backed actions that promotes happiness.
Published 10/06/20
What is joy? We dig into how we define joy and talk about a strategy to add more joy to our lives.
Published 07/15/20
We are all feeling a little anxious and overwhelmed right now. Here are some science backed tips on how to feel a little better during these weird and scary times.
Published 04/08/20
How can we gain more control of our feelings and of our lives?
Published 12/11/19
In a nutshell, psychological safety is about feeling safe to learn, contribute, and challenge the status quo without fear of being embarrassed or punished. Listen as Dr. Clark shares his wealth of knowledge on this topic.
Published 11/27/19
What is the secret to making and having friends? Listen in, it might surprise you!
Published 11/13/19
Join Christine Esovoloff and I as we have a conversation about the honest truths of self-love, self-compassion, accountability, and more!
Published 10/30/19
There’s a cocktail of chemicals swimming around in your brain in your brain when we have quality social relationships.
Published 10/16/19
Those small interactions you have with strangers have quite a few hidden benefits!
Published 10/02/19
How do we stay happy while working?
Published 09/18/19
Social support is so important. It can even impact your physiology.
Published 09/04/19
How can valuing things in our future make us happier?
Published 08/28/19
Why are we sometimes less satisfied even though we have more? The peak-end rule can explain that!
Published 08/21/19
Let’s dive into what adventure is and how adventure contributes to your well-being.
Published 08/14/19
As a customer, your emotions can rub off on employees. As an employee, you can catch others emotions. Learn how this can affect you.
Published 08/07/19
Emotions are contagious! Learn how and why so that you can be aware.
Published 07/31/19
Empathy is walking in someone’s shoes. Compassion puts your empathy into action.
Published 07/24/19
We can alter how we perceive time. Maybe you feel like time is really scarce, learn about the psychology of how to make time feel more plentiful!
Published 07/17/19
How do we describe awe? I’m sure you’ve all experienced awe, but what exactly is it and why does awe contribute to a happy life?
Published 07/10/19
Do likes and comments affect your happiness? What about aimlessly scrolling through your social media accounts? Does social media really improve your life?
Published 07/03/19
How can we deal with our regrets so we can move on and be happy?
Published 06/26/19
They say money isn’t everything, but what does the science actually say about money and happiness?
Published 06/19/19