I noticed a subtle phenomenon the other week: I offered to help with an event, then slowly started to want to make adjustments to my tasks, imposing my own ideas onto the party. It made me curious, when does "help" turn into "control" and become unhelpful? I explore this idea and some solutions to avoid the bleed in todays show. 
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#195: Is it Help or Control?

Inspiration and ideas for applying the science of wellbeing to your everyday life. Host and Miranda Anderson casually and conversationally shares examples and lessons from her own life as well as some of the latest research from the world of positive psychology. In addition, she lets you in on humorous and engaging stories about living with her husband, three kids, two dogs, two cats, and five chickens in Richmond, Virginia.

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Do you identify as a perfectionist? Do you know what perfectionism sounds like? In this episode, I share some research about some distinctions between perfectionists and strivers. Tune in to learn more! SPONSOR: Visit factormeals.com/practically50  to take 50% off your first month and 20% of the following month with code Practically50! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE Pick up a copy of MY BOOK   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#289: What Perfectionism Sounds Like

What even is a "retreat" and why do they matter? In this episode I share some great research about retreats, and share my story in beginning to plan and host them. Also: Applications for the Renewal Retreat are open now! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE Pick up a copy of MY BOOK   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#288: Retreat to Advance

How do you feel when your house is messy? Are you an all-day tidier? Or do you feel like you can't spend time doing hobbies until the dishes are all in the dishwasher? This episode is for you: the neat freaks! When you teach your brain to loosen up, you'll feel a lot better!  Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE Pick up a copy of MY BOOK   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#287: Expect a Mess

As summertime approaches, I am always looking for simple ways to add fun and whimsy to our experiences. This episode shares 6 ways to invite magic into everyday experiences and wake our brains up to the fun of even normal activities, done in new ways. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Travel to Turkey with Miranda July 18-25 Register HERE Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE Pick up a copy of MY BOOK   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#286: Fun with POM POMs

I love a good word swap! The added perspective and benefit of shaking it up a little bit in simple ways is so interesting. Today I invite you to consider how instead of more Patience, you might need to practice PRESENCE. Sponsor: Try Green Chef today and get 50% off plus 20% off the next 2 months! Use code PRACTICALLY50 Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast﻿ Travel to Turkey with Miranda July 18-25 Register HERE Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE Pick up a copy of MY BOOK   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#195: Is it Help or Control?

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