When was the last time you gave a genuine compliment? Let us know in the comments!

"The Happiness Playbook" exists so you can develop a happiness practice. #podcast #happiness #happy #focus #present

Play Theory Principles for living & practice

Be Present

Let Go & Play

Accept & Build

Look Outward

Video References: Validation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cbk980jV7Ao

Words Have Power: https://youtube.com/shorts/5K9leA5UhpM?si=8GpnkM2Ja6jq_jfc

EP. 143

What do you think happiness means? Was the last time you engaged in PLAY? Let us know in the comments! "The Happiness Playbook" exists so you can develop a happiness practice. #podcast #happiness #happy #focus #present

Play Theory Principles for living & practice

Be Present

Let Go & Play

Accept & Build

Look Outward

EP. 142

What do you think happiness means? What do you think presence means? Let us know in the comments! "The Happiness Playbook" exists so you can develop a happiness practice. #podcast #happiness #happy #focus #present

Play Theory Principles for living & practice

Be Present

Let Go & Play

Accept & Build

Look Outward

We have been away for a while but have returned to you with "The Happiness Playbook" so you can develop a happiness practice. This isn't just wishful thinking, we discuss real practices that will help you navigate the challenges in your life.

Play Theory Principles for living & practice

• Be Present
• Let Go & Play
• Accept & Build
• Look Outward

I just returned from a 2 week trip to hike in the Dolomite mountains of Italy. For part of our travel we rented a car. Even though they drive on the same side of the road as here in the USA, driving in Europe can be stressful not knowing what some of the road signs are saying and not understanding all of the symbols. While driving I had an amazing epiphany that I’m really excited to share with you. So buckle up as I share some stories and insights on how letting go and playing can make all the difference when things don’t go as planned.

Play of the Week: The next time you’re feeling challenged or frustrated let it go and be playful about it remembering that you can “go around again.”

Right now someone is in agony. So how can we be happy? Navigating life on this big spinning orb can be tricky. Using the PLAY THEORY principles can help us sort out some tough things, like how to help others who are suffering by being present with our needs so we are in a better position to help others. Remember on a plane when those oxygen masks drop, we need to put on our own first before assisting others.

Play of the Week: Let's Be Present and really look at how we can lessen other's suffering by being better at self care so that we can be in a better position to care for others who are in our sphere of influence. For moms that may look like getting enough sleep so you can have more patience with that rascally four year old who needs so much of your attention during this time of development. For teenagers, maybe that’s taking a hard look at what you’re choosing to eat regularly. Be present with your choices and notice if you can make more nutritious ones that will help you feel better emotionally and physically so you can be better equipped to Look Outward and support others around you.

The berries are ripe on the vine and the freezer is full of popsicles. I love the feel of hot pavement under my feet and the cool splash of hose water pouring over my toes. I love the long evenings and refreshing mornings. Summer brings changes, growth in the garden, advancements in school grades, and scheduling juxtapositions that bounce between lazy afternoons and weeks crammed with camps and family travel adventures. My summer brought a big change I'll share more about in this episode where I talk about how PLAY THEORY can make all the difference.

Play of the Week: When you’re feeling some tension or frustration try applying one of the PLAY THEORY principles and see if it can help you feel greater peace and harmony.

Sometimes inspiration comes as a hopeful invitation leading to desired outcomes. And other times it comes as a warning of what not to do in order to avoid an undesirable outcome. This episode has turned into more of the latter. Looking Outward is essential if you want to feel connection, community and purpose. Not seeing other's service and needs can lead to hopelessness and discouragement. We could all do better at seeing others.

Play of the Week: Take a hard look at where you are being ungrateful and not acknowledging another’s service and sacrifice on your behalf. Then do something: say words, write a message, take action to right a wrong.