Welcome Home! In this week's episode, Steph explores the power of connection and how the current political climate is impacting our connections. Fear drives protection which drives a big wedge between you and everyone around you. It's not a political commentary piece, it's a human to human connection piece. She also shares a story that will share hope in a time where connecting accross politics and religion seems hopeless.

We explore:

• What "positivity resonance" is and why your giggling newborn might be onto something.

• Why humor is not just a coping mechanism, it's a literal brain unlock.

• How to tell the difference between a real threat and a passive-aggressive tone about keys.

If you feel constantly afraid, angry as hell, or felt like the world's on fire but still want to connect with your fellow humans, this one's for you.

🔍 Things we mention:

• Dr. Barbara Fredrickson's work on Positivity Resonance

  • Major, B. C., Le Nguyen, K. D., Lundberg, K. B., & Fredrickson, B. L. (2018). Well-being correlates of perceived positivity resonance: Evidence from trait and episode-level assessments. Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin, 44(12), 1631-1647

• That Trevor Noah episode Steph could not remember:

  • What Now? with Trevor Noah: Episode name Join or Die

🛋️ Therapy without the copay. Self-awareness with a side of sass. Welcome home.