We tend to wait for motivation to start things which can lead to getting nothing done. We don’t have to feel “ready” or motivated to do something. Most of the time, all we need is to just get in the zone by starting. Thinking about how tedious a task may […]
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In this HappyTalks episode, Dr. Ty Aller talks to Dr. Alice & Donovon about how to parent using emotional intelligence. Dr. Ty B. Aller is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in Northern Utah where he works primarily with adolescents and their families. Dr. Aller has training in […]
Parenting with Emotional Intelligence -Dr. Ty Aller- HappyTalks
In this HappyTalks episode, Dr. Alice & Donovon discuss mindful eating with Dr. Michelle May. Michelle May M.D. is a former family physician, a recovered yo-yo dieter, founder of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training (www.AmIHungry.com), and author of the Eat What You Love, Love What You […]
Mindful Eating With Dr Michelle May- HappyTalks
We’ve all been in a relationship or job that we weren’t really happy with, but because it was comfortable and familiar, we chose to stay. Being in an unhappy yet familiar situation seems less scary to us than change. The unknown can be daunting and the familiar comfortable. If we […]
Happy Thoughts: June 10, 2021 at 09:59AM
It’s impossible to think clearly with heightened emotions. Your goal is to stay neutral and reduce emotion so you can get to a more calm place. 5 Tips: 1. Lean toward the side of listening. 2. Validate first, then discuss content. 3. Reduce emotional intensity, then focus on potential solutions. […]
Handling Difficult Conversations (With Loved Ones – 5 Tips)
Pay attention to who you’re around the most and how they make you feel afterward. They may be a factor in why you’re feeling unusually drained. It can be difficult to tell, especially if nothing rude was said or done, but often, we don’t notice or sense people’s energies. Instead, […]
Happy Thoughts: June 05, 2021 at 09:50AM
The Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation Mindfulness is a quality of experience or way of being, meditation is a practice. Certain meditations are ways to become more mindful, but not all forms of meditation focus on mindfulness. Meditation creates space for a particular focus, mindfulness is focusing on the present. […]
Difference Between Mindfulness and Meditation
Many of us don’t enjoy routines or repetitiveness. But if we create at least one routine we enjoy, it can help with anxiety. Having a good morning routine can help us start our days off in the best way possible. That predictability can create ease for many of us, especially […]
Happy Thoughts: May 27, 2021 at 09:40AM
It can be difficult to know what our personal priorities are. There is so much outside influence and societal expectations that we assume we know exactly what our priorities are. For example, getting promoted and making a lot of money could be a priority. But is it really because you […]
Happy Thoughts: May 23, 2021 at 10:04AM
Best For: The Four Agreements is best for those who like a heavy dose of spirituality and don’t mind lots of figurative speech. Also, those looking for general guidelines and ideas more than exercises and action steps. It’s also best for those looking for a short read. Difficulty To Digest: […]