Harvesting Happiness
768 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 76 ratingsHarvesting Happiness with Lisa Cypers Kamen broadcasts consciously prepared brain food from the beaches of Malibu, California and on-location.
HHTR promotes happiness, well-being and global human flourishing with a diverse and proactive collection of the greatest thought leaders and change agents who are devoting their lives to creating a better world in which to live.
Each episode focuses on personal-growth, human-interest, self-improvement, healthy lifestyle and positive psycho-social education.
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Nutritionally Dense Food Wisdom for Health and Well-Being with Dr. Sarah Ballantyne PhD
July 18, 2024 00:00 - 33 minutes - 36.7 MBNutritional Science is a fairly new field of study relative to human existence. In the past, humans grew much of their food in and around where they lived, incorporating a variety of nutritionally dense plants and animals into their diet. Fast forward to today, when industrialization has changed how we feed ourselves, humans more often use satiation above nutrition to gauge our feeding needs. To gain nuggets of nourishment about nutrients, Harvesting Happiness Podcast host Lisa Cypers Kamen ...
Transcending Incarceration: Healing Journeys within a Broken System with Dr. Stephanie S. Covington PhD
July 11, 2024 00:00 - 29 minutes - 33 MBFor many women, rising above trauma can feel unattainable in public life and utterly impossible when under the restraints of incarceration. But, women, being who they are, build mutual support systems behind bars that foster resilience, and community, and underpin transformations not often correlated with stories of life in prison. To discover ways of transcending incarceration, Harvesting Happiness Podcast host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with an internationally recognized clinician, author, o...
Anxiously Awaiting Relief: A Philosophical Approach to the Human Condition with Samir Chopra PhD
July 04, 2024 00:00 - 37 minutes - 40.4 MBAnxiety is a natural response to the uncertainties and challenges we face in life. When we are anxious, relief can seem a world away. But, through cultivating self-awareness and practicing mindfulness, anxiety can be managed, transforming it from a source of suffering into an opportunity for growth and self-discovery. To discover the philosophical approach to treating anxiety, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with a philosophical counselor, author, and professor em...
Regret-Less: Lead with Clarity, Creativity, and Courage with Bonnie Wan
June 27, 2024 00:00 - 33 minutes - 37 MBIf you could reimagine the time of your life, what would it look like? Would you continue to be trapped by your calendar? Or, would you dial into what is sacrosanct and transform your relationship with time so it played by your rules and worked itself into your schedule? To get a template for living a regret-less life, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with author and keynote speaker, Bonnie Wan about how to lead with clarity, creativity, and courage. In Bonnie’s...
Maximizing Change Management Through Kindness with James Rhee
June 20, 2024 00:00 - 49 minutes - 51.5 MBIn business, financial gain is often the basis for change, when in reality the lessons gleaned from the process are just as valuable as the change itself. For it is usually in hindsight we realize that the journey of any endeavor is more important than the end result. Taking a kindness plus math approach to business decisions means valuing empathy and human connections alongside financial metrics. To discover how to use kindness to maximize change, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cyp...
Human Rewilding: Nurturing Ourselves in Nature with Craig Foster
June 13, 2024 00:00 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBModern life is filled with many kinds of pollution. From the audible and visual pollution of our cities to the garbage we let leak into our natural world, humans are separating themselves from nature at a faster rate than ever before in our history. The flora and fauna so graciously given by our earth mother have been all but forgotten in many human environments. Observing, reconnecting, listening to ecopsychology, and exposing ourselves to the natural world can increase our health and well-b...
Cognition: The Psychology of Thinking and How it Affects Everything with Emily Martin PhD
June 06, 2024 00:00 - 37 minutes - 41 MBSocial pressures often influence an individual's decision-making process. The algorithms behind social media platforms can shape perceptions by showing content tailored to behavior, reinforcing or promoting specific ideas to further financial or political causes. It is proof that understanding human cognition can significantly influence our decisions, from the products we buy to the beliefs we hold. To reveal how cognitive psychology affects everything we do, Harvesting Happiness Podcast H...
Beyond Words: What We Say Without Talking with Stephen Furlich PhD
May 30, 2024 00:00 - 36 minutes - 39.8 MBRemember when you flirted just enough with a person to let them know you were interested but not too much that you risked rejection? Then, you were surprised when the other person had no clue what had happened. If you are a man reading this, it's understandable — you likely had no idea this scenario even unfolded. If you are a woman, it wasn't his fault; he's simply emotionally, physiologically, and genetically inclined to miss subtle hints! To reveal what we say without talking, Harvesting...
Labors of Life: Thrive and Flourish no Matter What with Brandi Sellerz-Jackson
May 23, 2024 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.9 MBThe path to joy is often obstructed with obstacles, setbacks, and grief. From expectant mothers who are just one intense push away from delivering a new lifeforce to adult children caring for their aging parents, many times the pain we endure is the seed that blossoms into the flower of happiness. To find out more about cultivating the labors of life into personal fulfillment, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with author, doula, and co-founder of Moms in Color, Br...
Hot Flashes and Cool Conversation: Navigating Mental Hijinks with Dr. Mary Claire Haver MD
May 16, 2024 00:00 - 29 minutes - 32.8 MBScientific understanding of the hormonal changes women undergo during menopause is limited. Historically, women were excluded from major health studies prior to 1996 due to the belief that their fluctuating hormone levels were too complex to study. Today, women are changing the game by conducting their own research. To better understand how women can improve their quality of life during the aging process, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with a menopause expert, D...
Hot Flashes and Cool Conversation: Navigating Menopausal Hijinks with Dr Marie Claire Haver MD
May 16, 2024 00:00 - 29 minutes - 32.8 MBScientific understanding of the hormonal changes women undergo during menopause is limited. Historically, women were excluded from major health studies prior to 1996 due to the belief that their fluctuating hormone levels were too complex to study. Today, women are changing the game by conducting their own research. To better understand how women can improve their quality of life during the aging process, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with a menopause expert, D...
Getting It On: Sexual Expression at Any Age & Stage of Life with Dr. Justin Garcia
May 09, 2024 00:00 - 31 minutes - 35.2 MBFrom the blush of first loves to the seasoned affections of later years, intimacy adapts to our changing bodies, shifting priorities, and the various life stages we traverse. Whether it's rediscovering a partner in a long-term relationship or embracing new experiences, sexual expression should be free of judgment and have no expiration date. To expose how to foster a fulfilling sexual life at any age, by oneself or with a partner, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks w...
Constant Cravings: Contemporary Solutions for Addiction Management with Dr. Joshua Lee
May 02, 2024 00:00 - 28 minutes - 32.5 MBHumans are driven to seek pleasure and avoid pain. It is a tendency deeply embedded in our biological makeup. However, there are times when this pursuit can lead to excess. Due to societal stigma, many individuals delay seeking help until their quest for pleasure turns into a source of pain and their lives begin to unravel. To explore the driving force behind constant cravings and the contemporary solutions that can turn lives around, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen spea...
Timeless Wisdom: Longevity, Elderhood, and The Good Life with Ben Meyers
April 25, 2024 00:00 - 22 minutes - 26.5 MBIndividuals who embrace positivity are more likely to approach challenges with resilience and adaptability, thus enhancing their ability to overcome adversity and thrive. Research shows that a positive attitude serves as a powerful catalyst for not only extending lifespan but also enhancing quality of life, and in certain cases is a better predictor of longevity than genetics, or life choices. To explore the timeless wisdom behind longevity, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Ka...
Cultural Identity, Healing, and Belonging with Soo Jin Lee LMFT and Linda Yoon LCSW
April 18, 2024 00:00 - 31 minutes - 34.9 MBChildren of immigrants must navigate multiple cultures. The culture they know predominantly from their parents and the culture in which they live. Finding a sense of belonging and identity can be especially challenging for Asian Americans, who tend to be the group that is the least likely to talk about their feelings and seek out mental health services. To explore a path for healing cultural identity hurdles, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with two licensed therap...
Tune-In: Sound Therapy for Ear and Brain Vitality with Rafaele Joudry MSC
April 11, 2024 00:00 - 34 minutes - 37.7 MBStudies indicate that listening to music not only reduces anxiety and enhances overall well-being but also triggers activity in ten distinct brain centers. And, among the twelve cranial nerves connecting our brain to our sensory systems, ten are linked to auditory perception, making the ears a gateway to the brain. Learn how to fine-tune and revitalize brain function through sound. Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with the co-developer of a home-based Sound Therapy ...
Out of Sorts and on the Edge with Dr. Meg Arroll
April 04, 2024 00:00 - 30 minutes - 34 MBHave you ever been frustrated while driving? There was no major accident, and no one walked out in front of you, but the driver ahead of you kept changing speed for no reason, and you wonder why this has to happen every day. Agh! Research shows that these chronic irritations or tiny traumas can build up in our system and cause more disruption than a major life trauma. To discover how to recover and repair from chronic stressors, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with...
Trauma Healing: Cycle-Breaking and Resilience-Building with Dr. Mariel Buqué PhD
March 28, 2024 00:00 - 27 minutes - 31.2 MBWhat some people consider small stressors can trigger and overwhelm those whose biological and psychological makeup is foundationally built upon intergenerational traumas. Those with intergenerational traumas can be predisposed to heightened emotions that may not be widely understood by their societal circles. If you have witnessed someone’s reaction to a circumstance that didn’t appear to warrant it, it could be based on the person’s unique heritage and ancestry without them being aware of ...
Zen in the Chaos: Nurturing Inner Peace Amid Modern Turbulence with Oren Jay Sofer
March 21, 2024 00:00 - 30 minutes - 34.5 MBThe bells and whistles of modern life take a toll on humans mentally, physically, and emotionally. These burdens are exacerbated by the compulsion to resist and control the chaos because self-protection and the protection of our children are key motivators. But how do we create a sustainable, lasting transformation to quell modern turbulence? To more deeply understand how we can realize zen in the chaos, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with Oren Jay Sofer, a Cert...
Unveiling Narcissism: Navigating Relationships with Self-Absorbed Personalities with Dr. Karyl McBride PhD, LMFT
March 14, 2024 00:00 - 30 minutes - 34.3 MBUnderstanding and navigating interpersonal dynamics is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships. As an example, in a family where one or both parents are narcissists, it can be difficult for children to achieve a sense of self. Children growing up in this unhealthy environment tend to take on particular roles that fit within the confines of the narcissist’s point of view. To discover best practices for navigating relationships with self-absorbed personalities, Harvesting Happiness Podca...
Psychonautics: Cosmic Exploration for Skeptics and Seekers with Matt Zemon
March 07, 2024 00:00 - 33 minutes - 36.6 MBWith access to mental health care in the United States out of reach or ineffective for some people, alternative treatments and medicines that alleviate symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD are sought after. Treatment seekers are more and more often finding ceremonies that feature doses of psychedelic medicine valuable in shifting their mental state. To gain more information with a healthy dose of skepticism, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with author, p...
Think and Behave Better: Summarizing the Science of Mental Immunity with Andy Norman, PhD
February 29, 2024 00:00 - 33 minutes - 36.6 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. In the last 20 years, humans have developed a set of mental challenges for themselves unlike any other in human history. The internet age has created a vast array of complications that our minds have...
Truth Be Told: Disinformation, Denialism, and Protecting Precious Democracy with Lee McIntyre PhD
February 22, 2024 00:00 - 38 minutes - 41.9 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. As the 2024 election cycle begins, the amount of memes for and against political candidates in social media feeds will increase exponentially. Most of which will have been created by AI and will conta...
Truth Recipe: Critical Thinking and Vaccination Against Multi-Media Nonsense with Barry Mauer PhD
February 15, 2024 00:00 - 31 minutes - 35.2 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. Mind viruses spread in the same manner as viruses in the body. Something is passed from one person to another. The person's belief system or mental immune system processes the content of the informati...
Power-Thinking: Teaching Information Literacy and Mental Immunity with Melanie Trecek-King MA
February 08, 2024 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.4 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. The reliability of the information we ingest is paramount in today’s world of misinformation. Because once we decide that we believe something our minds become much less malleable when it comes to ado...
Streetwise: A Rationally Philosophical Road to Reason and Accountability with Anthony Magnabosco
February 01, 2024 00:00 - 42 minutes - 44.8 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. In the US, as the election season approaches many people will have the opportunity to have conversations at home, work, or on social media where their beliefs differ vastly. Without curiosity, kindnes...
Examining Cultural Evolution and Critical Blindness with Steije Hofhuis PhD
January 25, 2024 00:00 - 33 minutes - 36.7 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. Fear and doubt serve as powerful tools in the political landscape, allowing politicians to manipulate public perception and sow confusion. By labeling legitimate investigations or criticisms as "witch...
Architecture of Honesty: Fact, Fiction, and the Technology Trap with Stephan Lewandowsky PhD
January 18, 2024 00:00 - 27 minutes - 31.7 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. The primary goal of most media sources is to make money by pushing an agenda. They may create false stories designed to increase advertising revenue, influence opinion, or in the case of the 2016 elec...
Tribe Drive: Examining Human Instincts, Beliefs, and Behaviors with David Samson PhD
January 11, 2024 00:00 - 34 minutes - 37.7 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. Social isolation, technology, and environmental changes are responsible for many of today’s mental health problems including depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. Historical research suggests th...
Cognitive Immunity: Protection and Preservation of Humanity through Better Thinking with Andy Norman PhD
January 04, 2024 00:00 - 36 minutes - 40.1 MBHarvesting Happiness is proud to partner with the researchers and scholars at the Mental Immunity Project (MIP) and Cognitive Immunology Research Collaborative (CIRCE). This episode is part of a series exploring disinformation, media literacy, and the emerging science of cognitive immunology. The media has already begun priming the pump for the 2024 election cycle in the US. Swaying the average American to believe one thing over another will be the target of billions of dollars of adverti...
A Favorite Theme Revisited: Making Space for Joy: Declutter and Flourish with Tracy McCubbin
December 28, 2023 00:00 - 30 minutes - 34.2 MBWhen you look around your space, what do you see? Is there a corner that seems a bit overcrowded? Is there a pile you’ve been meaning to tackle but can’t find the right time? Would you perhaps enjoy parking your car in the garage for extra comfort on cold, rainy days? To discover how we can all make space for joy, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with declutter queen, Tracy McCubbin. Tracy is the founder of dClutterly, a business that helps people find joy in removi...
A Favorite Theme Revisited: Grit, Grace, and the Power Tools of Courage with Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde
December 21, 2023 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.4 MBWhat drives some people to take on circumstances they wouldn't choose for themselves to help those in need, speak for those who don't have a voice, or follow integrity toward the righteous path? Where does the spark of courage come from? To illuminate what gives us inner grit, grace, and the power of courage, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with the bishop and spiritual leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, D.C., Mariann Edgar Budde. Bishop Mariann refle...
Reclaim Your Calm in a Tumultuous World with Danny Penman PhD
December 14, 2023 00:00 - 36 minutes - 39.2 MBThe fast pace of today’s world can make us feel frantic and disconnected from our experiences. It has become too easy to focus on the expectations of others and succumb to fear-based motivations. Do simple tools exist to bring us back to peace-of-mind? Or, does everything have to be a struggle? To understand how we can reclaim calm in this tumultuous world, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with meditation teacher and award-winning writer and journalist, Dr. Danny Pe...
Putting Off Procrastination: Overcoming the Art of Delay with Patricia Zurita Ona PsyD
December 07, 2023 00:00 - 36 minutes - 39.7 MBBenjamin Franklin famously said, “Don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today”. But, for some people, it is not that easy. Despite their best intentions, projects and tasks may have a perpetual completion date. Is it a lack of motivation, or sheer laziness that keeps some in a state of inaction? Neither. It is something much deeper. To better understand what lies at the core of procrastination and how to overcome it, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with psy...
Entangled: Neurodynamics & Technology with Carl D Marci MD
November 30, 2023 00:00 - 36 minutes - 39.3 MBStudy after study suggests that human brain development is greatly diminished by the use of digital media. One such study shows that for every hour of media a child consumes per day under the age of three, the risk of ADHD at age seven goes up by 10%. As new technologies, including AI, emerge, what can be done to protect mental health and brain development against them? For insights about the effect of technology on neurodynamics, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks wi...
Achieve a Clearer Mind and Better Life in 3 Minutes a Day with Richard Dixey PhD
November 23, 2023 00:00 - 34 minutes - 37.6 MBThe practice of meditation was developed in Asia by monks over two and a half thousand years ago. Their practices offered them an understanding of their own consciousness en route to enlightenment. Today amidst a barrage of technological distractions and uncertainty about the practice, meditation is elusive for many. If there was a streamlined process for the practice of meditation that took people out of their mind maps could we better understand our personal experiences? For tips on how ...
Do’s and Don’ts of Mentally Muscular Couples with Amy Morin LCSW
November 16, 2023 00:00 - 36 minutes - 40 MBLong-term partnerships can be one of life’s greatest achievements. But couples who have been together for many years, may succumb to bad habits that inhibit the growth of a healthy relationship. These bad habits, with some awareness and problem resolution skills, can alter the trajectory of a relationship and increase the joy derived from it for both partners. To discover the do’s and don’ts of mentally muscular couples, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with psychot...
Psychedelia: Tales of Mind Trips & Healing with Andy Mitchell
November 09, 2023 00:00 - 32 minutes - 36.1 MBPsychedelic compounds have been used for thousands of years in spiritual and healing rituals. Today, the experiences induced by the compounds produce an opportunity for modern healers to guide patients into releasing trauma and building a new mindset. But how qualified are the current shamans and guides to lead trauma therapy sessions with non-regulated psychedelic drugs? And are the drugs essential to healing trauma, or can healing be achieved solely through enlightenment? To gather inform...
Capitalizing Your Value: Know Your Worth and Flourish with Nicole Walters
November 02, 2023 00:00 - 22 minutes - 26.8 MBHappiness is a by-product of our life journey, not a destination. When we are able to acknowledge happiness in simple moments, we release life’s pressure valve and allow ourselves to be the best we can be without self-judgment. But how much of our true nature gets lost as we fabricate our amalgamated identities?Our value lies not in our ability to achieve goals or quotas. Our value is inherent. We wake up every day worthy of living the life we want. To hear from someone who has capitalized o...
Paying Attention: The Art of Observation with Christian Madsbjerg
October 26, 2023 00:00 - 32 minutes - 35.5 MBWhen we are truly curious about why things happen and why others do what they do, our judgment is suspended. We begin to gain empathy for the plight of others which opens our own lives up to deeper experiences, textured understandings, and richer lives. But paying attention in a world full of distractions is becoming a lost art. To discover the many ways expanding our observation can serve humanity, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with the co-founder of the consult...
Toxic Workplace Culture: Cultivating The Courage to Rise Up with Jamie Fiore Higgins
October 19, 2023 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.7 MBMany women have succumbed to the belief that they need to be everything to everybody. Being the best parent, the best spouse and the best corporate employee is how many of us keep score with ourselves. But how much of our true nature gets lost as we fabricate our amalgamated identities? How much of our self-worth depends on the approval and judgment of others? To get an honest take from someone who has tackled both sides of the equation, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen sp...
Mischief and Mayhem: How Irrational Things Become Alternative Facts with Dan Ariely PhD
October 12, 2023 00:00 - 33 minutes - 37.2 MBWe are all vulnerable to the irrational beliefs or misbeliefs that permeate social networks, our social circles, and family dinner tables. Even the most level-headed skeptics can get drawn into baseless claims and alternative facts due to compounded stress, fear of not belonging, and the human need to tell a good story. To discover the social and cultural elements that form the funnel of misbelief and how to rebuild trust after a breach, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen sp...
Decluttering The Nooks and Crannies of Our Lives with Tracy McCubbin
October 05, 2023 00:00 - 28 minutes - 32.4 MBIn the US, people are exposed to hundreds of product advertisements each day. Advertisers know how to trigger us into buying things we don’t need using Maslow’s hierarchy of needs model. With many houses already bursting with clutter, how can we get rid of what no longer serves us and curb our buying of things we don’t need? To discover how to declutter the nooks and crannies of our lives, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with declutter queen, Tracy McCubbin. Trac...
Sex-pectations: Getting It On At Any Age with Dr. Regina Koepp
September 28, 2023 00:00 - 37 minutes - 40.7 MB*This conversation includes mature content that may not be suitable for all audiences. It is a common misconception that older adults are no longer interested in or capable of having sex. But sexual activity is a primary drive that offers connection and intimacy to those of any age. Sex can offer older adults comfort and enhance well-being, so why isn’t everyone talking about it? To discover how to shift our sex-pectations and enjoy this important aspect of the human experience, Harvesting...
Life Satisfaction: The Next Frontier of Happiness with Dr. Jennifer Guttman
September 21, 2023 00:00 - 31 minutes - 35.4 MBIn the world today, happiness is more elusive than ever. It may be that our understanding of happiness is based on the belief that happiness is sustainable, but it is not. Happiness is a fleeting emotion. Our ability to bounce back after adversity and to complete mundane tasks may be the true measure of contentment. To discover the secrets to achieving life satisfaction, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with Dr. Jennifer Guttman ,a clinical psychologist who combines ...
A Caregiver’s Story: When Life Does Not Cooperate with Plans with Emma Nadler
September 14, 2023 00:00 - 32 minutes - 36.3 MBUnexpected events can seem insurmountable at the onset, but as time passes those events may change our lives for the better. Maintaining an understanding that what happens to us is out of our control may help us appreciate the love, and humor, hiding under the surface of a situation. To discover how one family adapted to one of life’s unexpected curveballs, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with psychotherapist and author Emma Nadler. Emma Nadler Emma discusses her...
Mother Mindfulness Speaks: The Mind-Body Connection to Health and Well-Being with Ellen J. Langer PhD
September 07, 2023 00:00 - 30 minutes - 34 MBThe extraordinary amount of control we have over our well-being is proven again and again in mindfulness research. Studies that include placebos are a prime example of this phenomenon. Why do some people experience pain relief after taking placebo medication? What is truly at play when people have the will to live? To delve deeper into the mind-body connection, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with a professor in Harvard’s Psychology department about our ability to ...
A Favorite Theme Revisited - The Perfect Mask: What Hides Behind the Face of Depression with Margaret Rutherford PhD
August 31, 2023 00:00 - 32 minutes - 35.5 MBFor many people, life can be a bit overwhelming at times. Yet, isn’t it surprising how many people seem to have it all together? With depression and suicide rates rising in almost every age group, it may be that more people are hiding their mental health issues behind a mask of perfection. To identify the connection between perfectionism and depression, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with a clinical psychologist and author who has made it her life’s work to demyst...
A Favorite Theme Revisited - The Somatic Experience: Finding Healing at Home in Our Bodies with Peter Levine PhD
August 24, 2023 00:00 - 45 minutes - 48.2 MBTrauma is defined as a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. When we are unable to meet a difficult situation effectively we create protective strategies to keep ourselves separated from our wounded places. But in doing so, we are actually holding on to our trauma as part of our identity. And while it’s a normal part of the human condition to experience trauma, how we process trauma can lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or addictions long after the causal event occurred. To unders...
A Favorite Theme Revisited - Conversationally Connected: More Meaningful Talk with Celeste Headlee
August 17, 2023 00:00 - 35 minutes - 38.9 MBWhen we put down our digital devices and engage with others through personal interactions and conversations, our brains sync up, we build rapport and form relationships. The human voice transmits a plethora of information, including our emotional state, which assists the people interested in our well-being to respond accordingly. To explore how we can become more conversationally connected, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with an author who shares ways to reignite...