Feel Good Effect

You know the benefits of a capsule wardrobe, but what about a capsule meal plan? That's what we're talking about today. What it is, why you'd want to try it & exactly how to create one for summer. I'm also giving you my done-for-you template to get you started. We all have to eat & this simplified approach to meal planning makes that process so much simpler (and more joyful). If you're ready to reduce decision fatigue - so you have more energy, more willpower, more discipline - then this episode is for you!

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Wanna learn self-compassion? Then you've gotta listen to this. Author & researcher Dr. Kristin Neff is back to change how we talk about self-care & kindness. Last time, she gave us a deep dive on self-compassion (including what it is & how it will change your life). Her work has since evolved & her newest book is all about self-compassion as either an act of kind acceptance or kind action. You won't wanna miss when she shares the really specific practices you can try & questions to ask yourself!

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Ever wondered why it's so hard to leave old habits behind? Social Psychologist, Dr. Wendy Wood, is here to help us understand how habits guide our behavior & why they're so difficult to break. This conversation first aired in early 2020 & so much has changed since then. I know some of you are trying to create new, positive, supportive behaviors or break the ones that don't serve you anymore. So I'm bringing back this episode to remind you of these 3 incredibly simple things you can do to make a difference.

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Yes, exercise can make you happier (& it's not just about endorphins). Health psychologist, Dr. Kelly McGonigal, is breaking down how you can use it to get more joy, hope & connection in your life. This is a re-air of a conversation that went live in early 2020, and so much has changed since then. I know some of you may be struggling to make exercise into a consistent habit, so I'm bringing this one back. Reframing your reason for working out might be just the thing that helps you feel more motivated.

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I've been asked for months to do an episode about how to feel good effect our relationship to alcohol. So I'm thrilled we finally get to have this highly-requested conversation with Annie Grace, author of The Alcohol Experiment. Rather than teach people to be sober, Annie focuses on a judgment-free & knowledge-based approach. Join us as we unpack the question "if you're using this to feel better, is it really having the effect you want?". The science behind our alcohol habits may surprise you!

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Do you want to break the anxiety habit? We're talking about how to unwind anxiety & stop worry in its tracks with renowned addiction psychiatrist & neuroscientist, Dr. Jud Brewer. We often think about anxiety as a personality trait, instead of something we can learn & unlearn. So I hope you find this conversation incredibly refreshing & filled with 'aha' moments. Dr. Brewer is sharing tactical, science-backed things anyone can do to build awareness & get unstuck (even if you don't practice mindfulness).

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Ready to feel more inspired in the kitchen? Award-winning & trendsetting chef, Gregory Gourdet, is sharing how he went from living hard & fast to embracing a healthier way to live. He's turned that knowledge into incredibly accessible, nourishing recipes & tips that you can use at home. We talk about his health journey and how he pivoted from an aggressively healthy lifestyle to find a happy, sustainable balance. You won't wanna miss the tips this two-time Top Chef finalist & guest judge has for home cooks!

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What if you could make the important things in your life feel effortless? That's exactly what we're talking about today. Greg McKeown, New York Times bestselling author, is joining us to talk about the powerful idea of essentialism (or the disciplined pursuit of less). Listen in as he shares how to make the things that matter most easier. Plus how to transform tedious tasks into enjoyable rituals, set a sustainable pace instead of powering through, and use microbursts to get more of the right things done.

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Who couldn't use more good days? A lot of us find ourselves struggling just a little bit right now & I feel like this episode with Jessica Murnane is here at the perfect time. Jessica & I both have endometriosis (which affects 1 in 10 women). We talk about what it's like to live with a chronic health condition, but the tools we share are for anyone who wants to live a happier, healthier life. This conversation left me feeling empowered & with hope for more good days ahead. Hope it does the same for you too!

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Ready to feel inspired again? I've always wanted to talk to Morgan Harper Nichols, she's one of the greatest poets & artists on the planet. She's giving us a look behind her creative process & the tactical ways she seeks inspiration in her life. Morgan's tips are things we can all use (even if we aren't artists or don't think of ourselves as creative). Her wisdom & her ability to help us think differently about the world is such a gift. What a thrill to get to share this conversation with you.

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