Podcasts

As someone who has lost a loved one to suicide, I want to say this loud and clear for the people in the back. Choosing to Be Happy is NOT Toxic. Sure it might seem weird, or silly or awkward or wrong to push yourself to do things like sing, and dance, and smile and practice gratitude and meditate and work out when you are feeling really sad. But choosing to stay in a state of despair is absolutely toxic. Sometimes being called “toxically positive” stings more than it should! No matter how many degrees And certifications [...]

Ever since I was little, I was called toxically positive. If someone was sad- I’d try to cheer them up and it was often replied to with “you’d never understand how I feel, you have no idea what it’s like to be depressed." I’ve worked in psychiatric hospitals. And homeless shelters And with youth in foster care I can’t tell you how many times people have said those words to me. And the thing is, no one knows what someone else is really going through . We all have silent battles. Sometimes our pain becomes our purpose, [...]

Today on the Choose to Be Happy Podcast, we learn how WHERE we spend our time and attention- greatly impacts our energy. It is important to take notice of how you feel when you are around certain people/ places and things, and notice if your energy feels fueled or depleted after you give your time or attention. If you feel drained or sad or nervous while watching a certain TV show or movie-- OR if having a conversation with a certain person leaves you feeling awful, ask yourself- is it necessary to devote so much of your [...]

As we approach the New Year, here are some things to think about and journal prompts to help you return to your truest self, and unlock your body, mind and soul - so that you can thrive so much brighter in the coming year. Together we focus our attention to our breath, we set intentions, listen to the sounds of the shofar, and go deep to break free of bad habits and pave the way to a happier future. This time of year is significant because it reminds us that we can always start fresh, you are [...]

This journaling exercise will help you find peace and let go of negative emotions. We can flip our mindset to see the good, and from a place of gratitude we can heal our own sadness, anger, and disappointment-- and in many cases, this exercise might spark creative resolutions, or bring yourself back to a state of love for whatever it was that was upsetting you. For the record, I am not by any means suggesting that you spend time in a bad situation. However I am suggesting you make peace with whatever is bothering you-- in your [...]

According to Dr. William Glasser, we choose all of our behaviors, based on the five basic needs: survival, belonging, power, freedom and fun. If we want to change the way we are feeling emotionally or physically, the most effective way to do this is to change what we are doing. If for some reason, we can't change what we are doing, we can change what we are thinking. We always have a choice. I share a story of a woman who overcame homelessness by shifting her perspective and focusing on gratitude. What choices can you make all [...]

We are officially now The Choose to Be Happy Podcast!!! If you know anyone who could be happier, please send them this trailer! This show is about getting you to be happier no matter what is going on. I was suffering with daily vertigo and migraines - and was told there was no cure. This caused Anxiety and Depression. I was beside myself and completely unable to function- the vertigo was so bad I was crawling to the bathroom. One day, my daughter said "Mommy, you can choose to be happy." And I decided that even though [...]

How can we be open to growth? Discomfort is often a catalyst for growth. Sometimes we know that making a change will help us grow- but it can be difficult. Tonight I discuss why I changed the name of the Podcast from Let Yourself Sparkle to "Choose to Be Happy" and how it has stirred up a mix of emotions - both excitement for the doors that may open as a result of this transition, and a sense of loss for the love that I had for what was. I share how we can put our discomfort [...]

Today on the Let Yourself Sparkle Podcast,  I want to inspire you to fully step into your power, to allow yourself to be seen and heard- and stop hiding. Are you worried that people might not be supportive of the changes you are choosing to make in your life? Don't be afraid to live your life and do things differently. Don't let your fears of other peoples opinions - keep you from being who you were meant to be. -------------- If you want to do something that would help me out more than you can even imagine, [...]

Today on the Let Yourself Sparkle Podcast,  I share how we can raise our vibe- right now, wherever we are- so that we can start living a happier, more magical, adventurous life!  Our vibration is a magnet- pulling blessings and experiences into our lives. And the good news is that we can absolutely change it by devoting our lives to what we care most about, doing more of what makes us happy, and deciding to focus our energy on the experiences that light up our bodies, minds, hearts and souls. -------------- If you want to do something [...]