Episodes

Nov. 10, 2024

Gratitude & Growth

In this episode, we consider the idea of: what doesn’t make for gratitude makes for growth.
Nov. 3, 2024

Lessons from the Bills Mafia

In this episode, we are inspired by the Buffalo Bills fanbase and their most recent intentional act of kindness.
Oct. 27, 2024

Get Caught Off Guard

In this episode, we explore a small shift in thought that may help us stay alert to the joy and beauty around us.
Oct. 20, 2024

Try to Try

In this episode, we are inspired by a 2nd grader who noticed something special about actions and word when we have to show grit.
Oct. 13, 2024

Now & Later

In this episode, we reflect on how to best show up for those we care about when they are in a challenging season.
Oct. 6, 2024

Yes Damn; No Yay

In this episode, we consider the upcoming items on our calendar and how they contribute to our short term and long-term happiness.
Oct. 1, 2024

Work Happier: 5 Things Research Tells Us

This this episode, we learn 5 small shifts in thought that can help increase our happiness at work (link to the full May 6th The Happiness Lab episode can be found here .)
Sept. 29, 2024

What are your Time Termites?

We recognize our “time termites” and discover the agency we have to reclaim some of our time.
Sept. 22, 2024

Add (&subtract!) Something You’re Proud Of

In this episode, we consider what we have the agency to add (or subtract!) in our personal or professional lives to help us feel proud.
Sept. 15, 2024

Power & Attention

We unpack 2 things that help us connect with our students.
Sept. 8, 2024

Wave Your Green Flags

In this first episode in season 5, we honor the fact that the quality of our relationships determines the quality of our life and celebrate our "green flags".
Sept. 1, 2024

Dress Rehearse Success this School Year

In this bonus episode, we consider a small shift in action: Make a list to help our brains notice when things actually work out in our lives.
Aug. 1, 2024

Where is the Hope?

In this bonus episode, we are encouraged to mine for hopeful moments in an effort to sustain us when the school year begins.
July 1, 2024

WHAT are you doing & HOW are you doing?

In this bonus episode, examine the things we are doing with our extra time this summer, and reflecting about how that makes us feel. Once we better understand this, we can proactively prioritize what we need in the upcoming s...
June 2, 2024

What’s Your 7.4?

In this bonus episode, we create a short list of things we can do this summer to increase happiness, decrease anxiety, and sustain well-being.
May 12, 2024

Season 4 Reflections & Celebrations

In this episode, we share some of the biggest takeaways of season 4.
May 5, 2024

Go for the Bronze

In this episode, we learn a lesson from Olympic athletes in an effort to feel proud of what we’ve accomplished so far this school year.
April 28, 2024

Rethinking “No Regrets”

In this episode, we rethink the common notion of “live with no regrets.“ We examine findings from a regret survey to see how reflecting on our regrets can inform our future decisions and actions. Daniel Pink’s book can be fou...
April 21, 2024

Everything Happens.

In the episode, we reflect on the platitude, “Everything Happens for a Reason” and consider how a small shift in language can help our thoughts.
April 14, 2024

Thoughts on the World Happiness Report

In this episode, we share a few key takeaways from the 2024 World Happiness Report and consider a small shift to help us feel a bit more connected with others. For the full happiness report visit www.world happiness report/ed...
April 7, 2024

The 4th Quarter is Ours

In this episode, we consider how we can enter this fourth and final quarter of the school year in the healthiest headspace & heartspace.
March 24, 2024

Saucers & Platters

In this episode, we consider the capacity of our current plate, and give ourselves a little bit of grace, depending on our season at work or at home.
March 17, 2024

Overwhelmed & overcommitted? Try this.

In this episode, we look at a small shift in thought and a small shift in language to help those who say yes too often create a little bit of peace and discernment in our decisions.
March 10, 2024

Thanks for Making the Time

In this episode, we consider a small shift in language for when an interaction or conversation ends to convey our gratitude.