Mar 11
How to be happy when the world makes you depressed (Reissue)
228. Hold on to your handbasket! Every day, the headlines push our buttons of alarm, despair, and fury all at once. What’s a thinking, feeling human to do, besides invest in a Hunger Games-style bow and arrow? This week, in an episode that originally ran in January 2019, Dr. Elle ... Show More
7m 29s
Mar 4
What to do (and not do) when you feel insecure (Reissue)
192. Whatever you call it—self-doubt, insecurity, inadequacy—it’s a universal phenomenon. We can all relate to feeling as insecure as a newly-launched cryptocurrency. Luckily, there is lots we can do. This week, Savvy Psychologist Dr. Ellen Hendriksen covers how to feel better ab ... Show More
11m 48s
Feb 25
How to beat winter blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (Reissue)
9. When all that’s left of the fa-la-las is rock-hard fruitcake, the winter blahs creep up, settle in, and hang around until spring. In this episode from the very early days of the podcast (2014!), Dr. Ellen Hendriksen offers 8 tips to deal with the blahs and their more serious c ... Show More
9m 37s
Nov 2023
55 — 10 Ways Gratitude Will Change Your Life and How to Foster It Every Day
Gratitude has the power to transform your mental health, physical health, and relationships. But saying what you feel thankful for shouldn't be a chore. There are ways to cultivate genuine gratitude. And when you do, you'll improve your life. Some of the things I talk about today ... Show More
17m 37s
Nov 2021
The Science of Gratitude & How to Build a Gratitude Practice
In this episode, I discuss the science of gratitude, which has been shown in peer-reviewed studies to have tremendous positive effects on mental and physical health. I explain, however, that most commonly used gratitude practices are ineffective (such as gratitude lists). The key ... Show More
1h 22m
May 2024
The Psychology Of Happiness
<p>Join me as we explore the science behind what makes us truly happy. We'll unpack how our brains light up with joy, gratitude, and motivation, and why cultivating positive relationships is like planting seeds of happiness in our lives.</p><p>From gratitude journals to mindful m ... Show More
17m 42s
Jun 2022
☀️ NEW! Morning Gratitude Affirmations | Daily Happiness Boost | Repeat-After-Me Format
Do you want to live a happier, more fulfilled and joyful life? Practicing gratitude is key! While the word “gratitude” may feel old-school or cliché.. put in practice, gratitude is an incredibly powerful brain training exercise. When you cultivate a positive mindset, develop an a ... Show More
4m 52s
Nov 2023
204 | Feel Like You "Shouldn't" Be Upset?! My 2 Step Psychology Infused, Emotional Wellness Practice to Feel Your Feels & How This Will Actually Help You Grow Your Confidence
Today's episode I'm sharing some top tips around why letting yourself feel your feelings will set you free & will deeply help you start showing up more authentically in your life. When we give our emotions time and we feel them, we let them move thru us & then our most authentic ... Show More
30m 39s
The neuroscience and psychology of gratitude show that cultivating gratitude, even in small doses, can do wonders for your mental health. Here's how gratitude works, and some simple tips for sprinkling more nourishing gratitude into your daily life.
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