The Positive EQ Perspective

When there’s a habit you just can’t kick, it’s frustrating. In today's episode of The Positive EQ Perspective, you'll learn how habits are formed and maintained, and how you can leverage this knowledge to regain control. I also share why the typical advice of “do something else instead” doesn’t work to overcome a habit in the long-term, and a 2-step process you can apply to make changes to any habit that isn’t serving you.

Discovering Positive Psychology and pursuing a career in emotional intelligence has been one of the most amazing journeys of my life, but I didn't always know such a career existed! In this episode, I share how how Positive EQ came to be, and the many experiences and people that inspired me to head in this direction.

In this episode, you'll learn about the relationship between joyfulness and negative thinking, how to use joy to reduce negativity, and what to do about the “self-care feels selfish” feeling so many of us face. I also cover what the research says about the relationship between joy and productivity, and how to find time for joy (even when you don’t have time).

Do you feel like you're on a self-esteem rollercoaster? In this episode, you'll discover the real reason your self-esteem seems up-and-down, and how to accept yourself in a more long-lasting, stable way. I share a key shift to start valuing yourself more so you can live life on your own terms, and how, by changing the way you respond to yourself, you can build up your sense of worthiness one step at a time.

In this episode, you'll discover why the traditional idea of telling yourself “I can” often feels contrived — and the belief that research suggests you should adopt instead. I'll also share a trick for getting your brain to accept confident beliefs on a deeper level, and how to reduce your fear and increase your confidence step by step. Here's to feeling calm and confident!

The Covid-19 Pandemic has challenged our resilience more than ever. In this episode, you'll learn some key practical strategies to alleviate loneliness and feel less isolated whilst physically distancing from family as friends, as well as how you can stay present and feel more in control during this uncertain time.

In the first episode of The Positive EQ Perspective, you'll learn how practicing gratitude can help you to feel more satisfied with any area of your life. In particular, I share some practical strategies and examples from my own life of how I've used gratitude to change perspective, dramatically improving my happiness and overall mental health - and how you can, too.