Can being a sports fan make you happier? Research says yes, and this week, David Sikorjak and Ben Valenta, authors of the new book, Fans Have More Friends, explain why. These two strategies and analytics experts are die-hard sports fans who set out to prove their hypothesis that being a sports fan leads to happiness. In this episode, they share what they’ve learned and tell you why cheering on your favorite team is doing more for you than you might have realized. In this episode, you’ll learn:  Why sports fans show higher levels of happiness. The importance of “passing down” fandom within families. How sports fandom can help overcome polarization. 

Why Sports Fans Have More Friends With Ben Valenta and David Sikorjak

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We’re going to celebrate Mother’s Day in just a few days, but in reality, moms should celebrate themselves every day. This week,  host Paula Felps sit down with Jennifer Mulholland, a working mom, conscious leadership expert, and co-author of the book  Leading with Light: Choosing Conscious Leadership When You’re Ready for More. Jennifer’s work focuses on cultivating presence and rediscovering the light within, and she’s here to talk about how we can bring that business principle into our lives as mothers and how it can change the world for us — and around us.  In this episode, you’ll learn:  What it means to be a mindful mother. Why our presence is the greatest gift we can give our loved ones. Simple tips for practicing being present even in chaotic times. 

Becoming a Mindful Mother With Jennifer Mulholland

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. 

Why Sports Fans Have More Friends With Ben Valenta and David Sikorjak

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