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The Logic of Thriving

Positive psychologists Sam Mehoke, Cayce Savage, Adam Markey, and Rae Perlman

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What does thriving look like? What do we know from Positive psychology and other fields about what a thriving person, community, country, etc. looks like?
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Oddly Specific

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Hi everyone and welcome to Oddly Specific hosted by me, Meredith Lynch! Each episode I’ll inviting on experts who can deep dive with us on the topics YOU want to hear about, together we will cover everything from Private Equity to Pete Davidson. My water is topped off, my lawyer is on stand by, and I’m here to remind you that the devil is always in the details, this is Oddly Specific! Drop us a line oddlyspecificteam@gmail.com!
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Live Happy Now

Live Happy LLC

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Bringing you scientifically proven tips and ideas to live a happier and more meaningful life through interviews with positive psychology and well-being thought leaders. The editors of Live Happy magazine bring you best-selling authors and happiness gurus that share their knowledge on topics such as wellness, gratitude, well-being and mindfulness. Interviews are conducted with people like Shawn Achor, Michelle Gielan, Dr. Christine Carter, Margaret Greenberg, Dr. Drew Ramsey, Gretchen Rubin, ...
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By now, most people have a good idea of what outcomes they want from this year’s presidential election. But what happens if it doesn’t turn out as you had hoped? This week, host Paula Felps sits down with Dr. Lauren Cook, who created Live Happy’s Overcoming Election Stress email series. She’s here to offer tips on self-care this election day and ho…
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In this episode of Oddly Specific, I’m joined by fan favorite Kiki Monique, aka The Talk of Shame, to discuss the notorious Menendez brothers case. We explore the trial's historical context, the media's portrayal of Lyle and Erik, and the complexities of abuse and crime. Together, we delve into the justice system's role in their case, recent develo…
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This week, we’re celebrating Halloween, but did you know that in addition to being fun, Halloween is good for you? In this episode, Live Happy’s Casey Johnson sits down with host Paula Felps to talk about why participating in Halloween traditions has a positive effect on our well-being and how this holiday offers a playful way to approach personal …
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We intrinsically know that animals and nature have a lot to teach us, but this episode’s guest takes that education to a whole new level. Vanessa Chakour is an author, naturalist, and former pro boxer whose new book, Earthly Bodies: Embracing Animal Nature dives into the parallels between our human struggles and the experiences of our wilder neighb…
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In this episode of Oddly Specific, I welcome personal stylist Jamie Lewis, founder of JBL Styles. We dive into Jamie's journey from luxury fashion to personal styling, discussing the challenges she faced while building her business during COVID-19 and the realities of entrepreneurship. Jamie shares valuable insights on common wardrobe mistakes, the…
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Body image is a struggle for many people, but for tweens and teens in the era of influencers and social media, it has become even more challenging. This week, host Paula Felps sits down with Dr. Charlotte Markey, a best-selling author, professor of psychology, and chair of the Health Sciences Department at Rutgers University. Charlotte has devoted …
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We live in a world where we’re connected to our devices 24/7, but how connected are we to what really matters? This week, host Paula Felps talks with Dr. Adam Dorsay, a licensed psychologist, executive coach, and host of the award-winning podcast SuperPsyched. In his new book by the same name, Adam explores four types of essential connections that …
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There is something about New York Mayor Eric Adams. On this episode of Oddly Specific, Meredith is joined by the iconic Kiki Monique aka The Talk of Shame to delve into the complexities surrounding New York Mayor Eric Adams. They explore his background, political ambitions, and the controversies that have arisen during his tenure, including his rec…
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World Kindness Day is just about a month away, but you the 5th Annual Kindness campaign encourages you to start celebrating it early. This week, host Paula Felps talks with Dr. Michelle Robin and Bayleigh Petty of Small Changes Big Shifts, an organization dedicated to the whole-body approach to wellness and wellbeing. Their Kindness Campaign is a 3…
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This week, we’re sharing an episode of Need a Lift?, a show that focuses on bringing people together during a tough time in our culture. Host Tim Shriver talks to wise guests who have transformed painful moments in their lives into purpose through their spiritual rituals and practices. Guests like bestselling novelist Min Jin Lee on why she creates…
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Since the pandemic, there has been a 70% increase in stress-based illnesses. This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Dr. David Clarke, whose practice in internal medicine and gastroenterology led him to explore how stress and emotions create chronic pain. As president of the non-profit Psychophysiologic Disorders Association, Dave is dedicated to …
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In this episode, I’m joined by Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey to address a crisis that’s been weighing heavily on my mind—how private equity is wreaking havoc on our healthcare system. We’ll explore the fallout from the collapse of Steward Healthcare, a private equity-backed hospital chain that’s left thousands of Massachusetts residents without e…
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When award-winning journalist and bestselling child development author Wendy Lyons Sunshine adopted a difficult puppy, she found that traditional training methods didn’t work on her dog. So she began applying the evidence-based parenting practices she wrote about and found this new approach was life-changing for both her and her dog. In her latest …
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We are in the midst of a tumultuous election cycle, and that can take a toll on our sleep, our mental health, and our relationships. But the good news is it doesn’t have to be like that! This week, host Paula Felps talks with psychology instructor and resiliency expert Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, author of Stress Wisely: How to Be Well in an Unwell Wo…
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Burnout and stress continue to create tremendous challenges at home and on the job, so this week, we’re looking at how we can reclaim our joy and energy. Join host Paula Felps as she talks with clinical psychologist Chris Germer who, along with researcher Dr. Kristin Neff, developed the world-renowned Mindful Self-compassion program. Their third co…
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If you have ever watched tv Nell Scovell has made you laugh. The creator of Sabrina the Teenage Witch (TGIF HIVE!), and writer on The Simpsons, Late Night with David Letterman, Charmed, and SO many more Nell paved the way for women breaking into the male dominated world of Hollywood. This week on the pod Nell joins us to discuss her hilarious and h…
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Mindfulness is known for preventing depression and improving mental health, but how do you create a practice that works for you? This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Willem Kuyken, the Ritblat Professor of Mindfulness and Psychological Science at the University of Oxford in the UK, to answer that question. Willem’s most recent book, Mindfulness…
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Some days kindness seems in short supply, but this week host Paula Felps is joined by Kristina Joy Carlson, founder of the KINDd Method and managing director of global philanthropy at Carter Global. Kristina has turned her personal practice of outrageous kindness into an inspirational campaign that can be practiced by individuals and corporations a…
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You know Billie Lee from her breakout role in the hit Bravo tv series Vandepump Rules, but there is so much more to her than what you saw on the screen. Billie joins me today to chat about her fantastic new book, Why Are You So Sensitive? Navigating Everyday, Unintended Microaggressions. We discuss what microaggressions are and Billie shares how th…
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Election season is now officially underway and that means that many of us are already feeling election stress. That’s why Live Happy has partnered with licensed clinical psychologist and author Dr. Lauren Cook to offer a free four-week email course, Overcoming Election Stress. In this episode, host Paula Felps sits down with Lauren to talk about so…
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If you’ve never thought of cows as intuitive healers, this episode just might change your mind. Ellie Laks is the founder of The Gentle Barn Foundation, a national organization that rescues and rehabilitates abused and discarded farm animals. She is the creator of cow hug therapy and, as she explains in her book by the same name, she has learned am…
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Once upon a time Bob Costas arrived at the Olympic bright eyed and bushy tailed only to be faced with the reality of an eye infection that launched a million Facebook posts. We have Meredith Constant in the house to chat all things Bob, Blake Lively, and bad Royal Family PR. Digressions include the Medford Boat Club, Tim Walz, and Texas politics. W…
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If you feel like your workday never ends, you aren’t alone! This week, host Paula Felps is joined by Janelle Wells and Doreen MacAulay, partners in the consultancy WellsQuest and authors of Our (In)Visible Work: How Everyone Everywhere Experiences It Every Day. Their work focuses on the effect of the unpaid work we do both on the job and at home, a…
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Students and teachers are heading back to school, but just because summer is ending doesn’t mean our fun has to end, too. This summer, Live Happy teamed up with organizational psychologist Mike Rucker, PhD, to offer the Summer of Fun email series, filled with ideas about how to bring more fun to your summer. As we head into fall and winter, host Pa…
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It's a bonus episode at Oddly Specific with comedian Juli Polise. A Jersey princess by birth and LA queen by choice Juli is making her own damn box (Thomas Markle) in the HollyWEIRD comedy scene. Learn about life with a famous influncer mom, why I'm envious of her First Holy Communion fit, and why you should come see us THIS Saturday, August 17th a…
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As we head toward the end of summer, many of us are talking about the contentious election environment. In this episode, host Paula Felps is by Rob Volpe, an empathy activist, consultant, and author of Tell Me More About That: Solving the empathy crisis one conversation at a time, who talks about how we can avoid some of the hazards that come with …
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Once upon a time 55 land owning white guys decided how our country was going to vote and it wasn't a great plan. This week on Oddly Specific we welcome Kristin Foster and Jaylon Lambert from Get Loud Arkansas on to the podcast to talk about voting access in Arkansas and how their state has valuable lessons we should all be listening to. Digressions…
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As Live Happy Now wraps up its ninth season, we’re looking ahead to some exciting new things to share with our listeners. In this episode, Live Happy CEO and co-founder Deborah Heisz flips the script to interview host Paula Felps and find out what’s in store. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why we’re going to look at Election Stress in Season 10 and…
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Acclaimed soprano Renee Fleming has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages, performing in operas, concerts, theater, and films. But now, the five-time Grammy Award winner is using her voice to help improve our wellbeing. In her new book, Music and Mind: Harnessing the Arts for Health and Wellness, Renee has curated a collection of essays f…
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Summer is a recess for all of us, but what if you could prioritize play all year long? This week, host Paula Felps talks with Jeff Harry, who uses a combination of positive psychology and play to foster healing and help individuals overcome their biggest challenges. Learn why we all need to embrace the power of play and how to create your personal …
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