Podcast · 64 episodes
Live Happy Now, page 2
by Live Happy LLC · English
Bringing you scientifically proven tips and ideas to live a happier and more meaningful life through interviews with authors, positive psychology experts, and well-being thought leaders. Join host Paula Felps as she talks to best-selling authors and happiness gurus who share their knowledge on topics such as wellness, gratitude, well-being and mindfulness. You’ll hear from experts such as Mel Robbins, Gretchen Rubin, Tal Ben-Shahar, Jodi Wellman, Kristin Neff, Rick Hanson, and many more.
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Why Play Is the Antidote to Serious Times With Piera GelardiWhy play is the antidote to chronic seriousness, especially in “serious times.” Guest argues that play and seriousness can coexist; play helps emotional regulation, connection, creativity, and…14 Apr 2026 · 20 min · 9 chapters
How Humor Makes You Happier (and Healthier!) With Chris DuffyHow humor and laughter can improve happiness, health, social connection, and resilience; includes practical ways to cultivate more humor and use it to handle stress and division.7 Apr 2026 · 24 min · 12 chapters
How the Dignity Index Can Heal Our Divides With Tom RosshirtHow Tom Rosshirt’s Dignity Index (an eight-point scale) measures contempt in dialogue and argues that replacing contempt with dignity can reduce U.S.31 Mar 2026 · 31 min · 15 chapters
Gen Z to Boomers: Why Social Media Affects Us So Differently with Dr. Zeynep Özkök and Dr. Jonathan RosboroughIn this episode, Paula Felps discusses the significant findings from the latest World Happiness Report, which centers on the effects of social media on well-being.24 Mar 2026 · 24 min · 9 chapters
Escaping the Indoor Health Crisis With Dr. John La PumaIn this episode of *Live Happy Now*, host Paula Felps interviews Dr. John La Puma, a physician, chef, and author of *Indoor Epidemic*.17 Mar 2026 · 24 min · 8 chapters
Discover The Power of Real Optimism With Dr. Deepika ChopraIn this episode, host Paula Felps interviews Dr. Deepika Chopra, a psychologist and author, about her new book, *The Power of Real Optimism*.10 Mar 2026 · 28 min · 8 chapters
Small Practices for Brighter Days With Paula Felps and Michelle JonesIn this episode, Paula Felps and Michelle Jones discuss the current state of American optimism as revealed by a recent Gallup poll.3 Mar 2026 · 20 min · 8 chapters
Adapting to a Chaotic World With Anne GradyThe podcast brings scientifically proven tips and ideas for living a happier and more meaningful life through interviews with authors, positive psychology experts, and well-being thought leaders.24 Feb 2026 · 32 min · 14 chapters
Choosing Hope (Even When It’s Hard) With Dr. Robyne Hanley-DafoeIn this episode, host Paula Felps interviews Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, a resiliency expert, about her book *I Hope So: How to Choose Hope Even When It’s Hard*.17 Feb 2026 · 29 min · 15 chapters
The Art of Adult Friendships With Anna RunkleIn this episode of Live Happy Now, host Paula Felps interviews therapist and author Anna Runkle about the challenges of forming meaningful adult friendships.10 Feb 2026 · 27 min · 15 chapters
Becoming a Better Friend With Barnet BainBarnet Bain, award-winning filmmaker and author3 Feb 2026 · 24 min · 11 chapters
Why Mattering Matters With Rebecca Newberger GoldsteinRebecca Newberger Goldstein, Philosopher and Author27 Jan 2026 · 29 min · 10 chapters
What Happens in Vagus With Rebecca KaseThe episode explains the vagus nerve’s role in bidirectional brain-body communication and how to “tone” it to increase parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) regulation.20 Jan 2026 · 29 min · 14 chapters
Move From Surviving to Thriving With Jon RosembergMoving from “surviving” to “thriving” in 2026 by building agency (intentional choice), plus connection and meaning; it challenges the idea that thriving equals success (money/power/status).13 Jan 2026 · 21 min · 11 chapters
Become Astonishingly Alive in 2026 With Jodi WellmanNew Year mindset for 2026—using awareness of death/“expiration date” to stop delaying life, break out of comfort-zone numbness, and pursue “astonishingly alive” living with vitality and meaning.6 Jan 2026 · 29 min · 11 chapters
Ignite Your Purpose and Embrace Change With Madi MurphyHow to ignite purpose and embrace change by moving from a “comfort zone” to a “cosmic zone,” using astrology, neuroscience/spirituality, and practical tools for self-leadership and alignment in the…23 Dec 2025 · 33 min · 9 chapters
Meet Holiday Happy Activist Lindsay Morehead-OatesHoliday “happy activism” focused on generosity, reflection, and practical giving—especially serving a Thanksgiving meal to people in South Dallas.16 Dec 2025 · 19 min · 8 chapters
Navigating Loneliness During the Holidays With Dr. Jody CarringtonHoliday loneliness—why it spikes during the season and how to reconnect through mindset shifts, chosen family, and nervous-system regulation.9 Dec 2025 · 33 min · 15 chapters
Destressing From the Holidays With Travis McNultyHow to de-stress the holiday season by managing seasonal anxiety, emotional overwhelm, and nervous-system “role regression” triggered by family dynamics and expectations; includes practical tools…2 Dec 2025 · 24 min · 9 chapters
Healing Mother Daughter Tensions During the Holidays With Leslie and Lindsey GlassHow to reduce mother-daughter conflict during the holidays by healing old memories, setting boundaries, managing triggers, and adjusting expectations—especially in families affected by addiction,…25 Nov 2025 · 35 min · 15 chapters
Finding Purpose at Work With Greg KettnerWhy many people are unhappy at work, and how to find purpose (not just a paycheck) through better communication, trust, and aligning work with personal meaning.18 Nov 2025 · 20 min · 8 chapters
The Science of Being Thankful With Michelle Palmer Jones and Paula FelpsGratitude Month episode on the science and practice of gratitude, including how it supports mental health, physical health, and resilience during hard times; plus a listener engagement campaign to…11 Nov 2025 · 21 min · 11 chapters
Celebrating Solitude With Dr. Robert CoplanThe episode distinguishes solitude from loneliness and argues that chosen solitude supports mental health, creativity, and emotional regulation.4 Nov 2025 · 30 min · 12 chapters
Outsmarting Seasonal Depression With Dr. Hannah NearneySeasonal depression (SAD) as daylight shortens; what happens in the brain, who’s at risk, how to prepare, and treatment options.28 Oct 2025 · 25 min · 11 chapters