The world is experiencing an extremely difficult time right now, and sometimes that can leave us wondering if it’s selfish — or even possible — to pursue happiness in such a chaotic time. This week host Paula Felps sits down with Matt Derrenbacher, Solo Rabbi for Congregation Beth Shalom in Columbia, Missouri, to talk about why searching for happiness right now is so important and how we can find — and offer — comfort in the face of so much uncertainty.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  What we can do for others when we’re not sure what to say. Why it’s important to look for ways to pursue happiness during hard times. Tips for managing anxiety and/or feelings of being overwhelmed by the news.  

Finding Happiness in Hard Times with Rabbi Matt Derrenbacher

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As we enter May — which is Mental Health Awareness Month — it’s the perfect time to talk about recent findings about Gen Z. Multiple recent studies show that Gen Z has unprecedented levels of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns.  In this episode, host  Paula Felps sits down with Live Happy CEO and co-founder Deborah Heisz to talk about what’s causing this mental health crisis among young people and what we all can do about it.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  What recent research shows us about Gen Z’s mental health. How social media and traditional media are contributing to the problem. Why it’s important to be aware of this mental health crisis.  

Gen Z and Mental Health With Deborah Heisz

In a time when we are increasingly distracted and overwhelmed, many people are rethinking what’s important and how to achieve it.  In this episode, host  Paula Felps talks with acclaimed psychologist Emma Seppälä, author of the new book, Sovereign, who explains how our we can overcome the chaos around us and take steps to live a more vibrant, courageous life that aligns with our true desires and potential.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  The danger of self-criticism and how to overcome it. The importance of becoming more aware of the information you’re exposing yourself to. How self-care improves every area of your life — and where to start. 

Reclaim Your Personal Power With Dr. Emma Seppälä

As we get ready to celebrate Earth Day on April 22, it’s the perfect time to talk about how we can better care for our planet. In this episode, host  Paula Felps talks with Live Happy Marketing Manager Casey Johnson, who created the Earth Day Happy Acts campaign and is a fierce advocate for the planet. She talks about the daily practices she uses to help preserve and protect Mother Earth.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why Millennials and Gen Z are so passionate about environmental issues. Small steps we all can take to help improve the health of the planet. The importance of being in nature and learning to appreciate it. 

Embrace Earth Day With Casey Johnson

What if thinking about death could give more meaning to your life? In this episode, host  Paula Felps talks with Jodi Wellman, who founded Four Thousand Mondays  to help people make the most of the time they have left on this planet. Her new book, You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets  furthers that mission by providing readers with a roadmap to live each day to the fullest. Find out how and why Jodi started this mission and how we all can live better by counting the Mondays we have left.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How to prevent deathbed regrets. Why reflecting on death can help us start living the life of our dreams. How counting down the Mondays you have left can make them more valuable. 

Making the Most of the Rest of Your Days with Jodi Wellman

We know that a positive mindset is good for your health, but did you realize it can change how you age? In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with lifelong adventurer and New York Times bestselling author Caroline Paul about her new book,  Tough Broad: From Boogie Boarding to Wing Walking — How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age. In Caroline’s book, you’ll meet inspiring women in their 70s, 80s and beyond who combine a positive mindset with outdoor adventure to defy common beliefs about aging. Caroline also shares the science and psychology of how outdoor adventure affects both your brain and your body — and can help you become more active, joyous, and adventurous later in life.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  How a negative view of aging changes your brain. Why outdoor adventure isn’t usually encouraged for older women—and why it should be.  The five pillars for fulfilling aging and the role going outside plays in them. 

Finding Happiness in Hard Times with Rabbi Matt Derrenbacher

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