Season 3
Sept. 1, 2023
WOOP it Up this School Year
In an effort to integrate some of our Summer Self into our School Self, we examine the WOOP strategy to help us accomplish this restorative goal.
Aug. 1, 2023
Happily Exhausted
In this summer bonus episode, we first reflect on last month’s invitation with a little reflection. Then we consider the things that fill our days that leave us “happily exhausted”
July 1, 2023
What Now?
In this bonus episode, we ask ourselves 2 questions that help us prioritize these glorious days of summer.
June 1, 2023
Lessons from a Convenience Store
In this episode, we look at an intentional decision a local convenience store has made and explore why that helps make people feel good.
May 21, 2023
Setting up for Summer
In this final episode of season 3, we reflect by asking ourselves 4 questions and consider ways to increase our happiness during the upcoming summer.
May 14, 2023
Bid for Connections
In this episode, we are inspired by Doctors John and Julie Gorman as we are invited to notice bids for connection in our personal and professional lives.
May 7, 2023
Episode 100!
In this milestone episode, we remember our most popular episodes and recap the biggest 3 takeaways.
April 30, 2023
What are you Feeling?
In this episode, we consider a small shift in language that can help others communicate their feelings with us.
April 23, 2023
Must be Nice
In this episode, we are invited to take the popular phrase, “Must be nice” and flip it around so we can discern our next right thing.
April 16, 2023
The Happiest Demographic
In this episode, we learn the group that is the happiest demographic and get inspired by their reflections.
April 2, 2023
Reflections on Relational Diversity
In this episode, we learn how important relational diversity is in our personal and professional lives. We reflect on those relationships to see if we have higher or lower levels of relational diversity.
March 26, 2023
Be Comfortable being Human
This week’s episode shares a small shift in thought that helps us pay attention to our feelings in good or challenging seasons.
March 19, 2023
Believe & Wish
In this episode, we explore 2 small shifts in language inspired by Dr. Becky Kennedy. These simple shifts in language can help others feel seen and heard.
March 12, 2023
Hurry Up and W.A.I.T.
In this episode, we unpack the acronym W.A.I.T, a small shift in thought can help us in our language and actions.
March 5, 2023
Take a Shower
In this episode, we learn why taking a shower can open up our minds and help us develop ideas, solve problems, and unleash creativity. Link to waterproof post-its: https://showernotes.com
March 1, 2023
Turn Up the Quiet
In this bonus episode, we are encouraged to prioritize pockets of silence in our lives in an effort to leave room for creativity and inspiration.
Feb. 26, 2023
Hello, I’ve been Expecting You
In this episode, we consider a small shift to our “to think” list in an effort to move through unexpected emotions as rational optimists.
Feb. 19, 2023
A Friendly Reminder
In this episode, we learn about a small shift in action that help us care for those around us who are in a challenging season.
Feb. 12, 2023
Small Shifts; Full Circle Gifts
In this episode, we hear a story about how the tiniest shifts in thoughts, language and actions turned into a beautiful, full circle moment with a former student.
Feb. 5, 2023
Tell Me Something Good
In this episode, we explore a small shift in language that can help us enter and move through conversations with rational positivity.
Jan. 29, 2023
Monotasking
In this episode, we learn more about monotasking and how it can help us in our personal and professional lives.
Jan. 15, 2023
Help Wanted
In this episode, we consider a small shift in language that can help us ask and accept help from those we trust.
Jan. 8, 2023
Yes to a No Mentor
In this episode, we consider Emily P Freeman’s brilliant idea of a “no mentor” and how that can help our limited energy at home and at school.
Jan. 1, 2023
Reconnect Happier
In this bonus episode, we learn how to give students a voice in the classroom as we usher in a new year.