At HappinessFactors, we talk about mental wellness, happiness and alternative approach to emotional wellness. HappinessFactors is the bridge between mental wellness and the holistic best of the East & West! Our HappinessFactors App can be downloaded from IOS & PlayStores. Our mental wellness ecosystem also offers courses on anxiety management, stress management, leadership, mental wellness & happiness, influence & negotiation and others. Our other services include coaching, trainings, worksh ...
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Dr. Anna Baranowsky is a Canadian Clinical Psychologist, CEO of the Traumatology Institute, Founder and President of the Board at Trauma Practice. She is the author of two books on trauma, numerous courses to help train professionals in trauma mental health and the developer of the Trauma Recovery Program for Self-Guided trauma care. She works with trauma survivors and those with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) on post-traumatic growth and recovery. Through her work she believes that w ...
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HFSS is a fun and life-changing guide toward creating REAL well being, and EMOTIONAL RESILIENCE: The New Happy. Could you be healthy if you eat food every day, but never poop? Of course not. Similarly, we can't be emotionally healthy if we live in the world trying not to have painful feelings. You've tried medicating feelings with success, validation, and distraction and still feel like an imposter. Learn what works! Rachel is professional, relatable, and dedicated to actually teaching you H ...
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Fabulous and Free teaches how to free yourself from emotional baggage, increase your emotional intelligence, and live in alignment with your spirit. The host, Desiree de Lunae, is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and essential oil expert. She teaches mainly how to use essential oils to create massive energy shifts, to create flow in a person's life. This show also deeply touches on the importance of financial freedom. A freed spirit has the inspiration to create and serve, which then impr ...
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Have you ever felt down about life or yourself? Lost a job, partner, etc., and couldn't shake the negative feelings, blaming yourself repeatedly with no positive outlook insight? Join HOPE Center Harlem and #theprofessorofpositivity, J.U Jones, a 16-year Nonprofit Administrator in Education and Social-Emotional Learning, every fourth Monday of each month as he interviews regular people who remembered their worth after struggling and then conquering life's myriad of issues. From stories of wo ...
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The YOGI M.D. Podcast empowers the Wise Woman to make her health a priority in order to thrive through all the stages of her life. Defining health cannot be constrained by the simplistic formula of diet and exercise alone. That’s why I interview experts, to expand her definition of health to include physical, mental, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual well being. That’s why I talk to inspiring women and men who share the lessons they’ve embraced on their journeys to holistic heal ...
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Listen in as therapists, coaches, writers, and other experts explore the inner lives of women: their struggles, fears, hopes, & dreams. This podcast is about cultivating a conversation around the uncomfortable, uncertain, and unknown aspects of a woman's experience. Through interviews and stories, Lourdes Viado, PhD, MFT goes beneath the surface and takes a deeper look at relationships, motherhood, self-acceptance, authenticity, aging, healing, suffering, loss, and other areas connected to t ...
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Growing up with emotionally immature or self-centered parents can mean that your emotional needs were either disregarded or unmet. As a result, you may struggle with feelings of betrayal, abandonment, rage, or loneliness. Although you may work hard to become the person you want to be, your old wounds might re-ignite at any time, especially if your …
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Welcome back to another enlightening episode of "Mindful Moments"! 🌟 Today, we’re diving into a fascinating fusion of ancient wisdom and modern well-being as we explore Hinduism and Mental Wellness with the incredible Dr. Japra! 🧘♂️🕉️ Imagine unlocking the secrets of the universe while finding inner peace and happiness. 🪔✨ That's what Hinduism off…
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Creating Better Relationship Boundaries
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If you are interested in learning how to assert yourself in the workplace, navigate tumultuous family dynamics, or establish boundaries in romantic relationships, this show is for you. Boundaries are the invisible lines that define the limits of our emotional and physical space, safeguarding our well-being and preserving our sense of self. Yet, for…
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Venture Capital & Women Leaders: Breaking Barriers and Driving Innovation
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Hey, fabulous listeners! It's time to turn up the volume on your mental well-being and embrace the good vibes coming your way. I'm your host Anita HappinessFactors, and you've just tuned into the podcast that's all about unlocking the secrets to a happier, healthier you.In a world that sometimes feels like a rollercoaster, we're here to be your joy…
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Hey, fabulous listeners! It's time to turn up the volume on your mental well-being and embrace the good vibes coming your way. I'm your host Anita HappinessFactors, and you've just tuned into the podcast that's all about unlocking the secrets to a happier, healthier you.In a world that sometimes feels like a rollercoaster, we're here to be your joy…
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Relationships rule our inner world. Understanding how you feel and think about your relationships helps you become more accepting and then more peaceful. You can develop an appreciation for other people's perspectives and stop assigning blame on others. Dr. Jacqueline Heller’s book “Yesterday Never Sleeps: How Integrating Life's Current and Past Co…
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Dangerous People in Powerful places
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Disconnected People in positions of power make the world more dangerous for everyone – Bear Psychology Radio hosted by Dr. Anna Baranowsky with guest Dr. Steve Taylor. Disconnected people have the tendency to gravitate toward power. When Disconnected people rule in positions of power societies trend toward patriarchal, hierarchical and warlike. In …
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In this episode of "WORTHY.", host J.U. Jones engages in a conversation with Ricky Day, a multifaceted artist, filmmaker, and podcaster of New York City. Ricky shares his journey, which was marred by significant losses and financial struggles. With refreshing candor, he discusses the transformative power of faith, community support, and therapy in …
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In this episode, Desiree emphasizes the importance of avoiding mindless consumption and regularly decluttering possessions. Tune in to learn: The average number of items in a US home, How to discern between true needs and wants, Ways to declutter regularly so you don't drown in excess, Understand what adds value to your life and learn to let go of …
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Why your coping skills stop working
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Experiencing stressful or traumatic experiences during childhood leads us to develop certain coping mechanisms to get us through. While these strategies might have helped us feel secure when younger, they often fail us in adulthood. Richard Brouillette’s book “Your Coping Skills Aren't Working: How to Break Free from the Habits that Once Helped You…
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Muslim Loving Peace and looking to a better future
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Raheel Raza, a Muslim Canadian born in Pakistan, migrated to Canada in 1988, has a unique perspective on what is happening right now in the Israel-Hamas war and her reflections on misinformation and what Peace would take. She has visited Israel 13 times in the 16 years. In her National Post Article “I'm a Muslim and I love Israel. Here's why” publi…
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In this episode, Desiree dives into the spirit of Blue Lotus essential oil. Tune in to learn: Why Blue Lotus is especially helpful for multi-passionates, How Blue Lotus can help organize intensity and focus towards multiple passions, Blue Lotus helps allocate energy, time, effort, and intensity towards internal desires, passions, and interests with…
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In this episode, Desiree dives into the soothing nature of Birch essential oil. Tune in to learn: How Birch connects us to things we have control over, with support and structure we can see the fullest beauty Examples of support and structure in nature and our body Importance of identifying and sharing personal daily practices A 2-week protocol wit…
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Collective & Personal Trauma: one family’s graceful end-of-life story
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What does it mean to lose someone so close to you that your world will never be the same? What if this happens when the whole world is locked down during a global Pandemic, a collective trauma? How do we navigate terrible loss with great compassion and love? Journalist Mitchell Consky has something important to share with us about this based on per…
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Childhood Emotional Neglect impacts your life today
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After 20 years in practice, Dr. Jonice Webb noticed the painful struggle of people who grew up in homes where they were emotionally neglected. She identified this neglect as an "invisible factor" that continued to affect adults often leaving them feeling depleted and dissatisfied or what she described as “Running on Empty”. In Dr. Webb’s books “Run…
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Mind, Body and Yoga for Healing Trauma
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Recovery from trauma is not simply about healing the mind but about healing the body as well. Often the approach when treating trauma is solely focused on the mental and emotional effects and fails to address the physiological imbalances that trauma leaves behind on our bodies. In Dr. Arielle Schwartz’s newest book “Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Reco…
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Feelings In War Times & Other Timely Updates
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This special HFSS episode brings tips and strategies for how to deal with the overwhelming internal/external emotional landscape as related to the war in Israel/Palastine. Far from being a political discussion, Rachel helps you understand why situations like this can be more than your emotional system is equiped to process and how to support yourse…
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Winning Cancer: A Story Of Resilience & Mental Toughness
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In this episode of HappinessFactors podcast, we talk to Roger Royse about his incredible journey of winning pancreatic cancer through sheer willpower, resilience and mental toughness. He was given the unpromising prognosis by his Doctors. Rather than give in to despair and resignation, he decided to explore holistic treatment options and win life. …
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Every wonder why you make poor food choices? Have you ever tried a new diet just to end up miserable and eating even more than before? Kim Shapira will help us understand how to put an end to disordered eating habits and improving your health and happiness in the process. Shapira recognizes that unhealthy food habits can occur as a result of life s…
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Desiree apologizes for using the phrase "stop playing small" in the past and encourages individuals to define and design their own lives at their own pace. She questions societal programming and emphasizes the importance of listening to one's own voice. In this podcast episode, Desiree: Unveils the truth behind motivational clichés like "stop playi…
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I know you are creative and innovative at your core. However, most of us just don’t know how to access the deep wealth of creativity that sits inside. Dr. Ronald Alexander’s book “Core Creativity: The Mindful Way to Unlock Your Creative Self” guides you through using mindfulness practices to train your mind so that it more easily opens the portal t…
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Healing the World through Human Connection
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Disconnected people have the tendency to gravitate toward power. When Disconnected people rule in positions of power societies trend toward patriarchal, hierarchical and warlike. In contrast, societies with connected leaders trend toward egalitarian, democracy and peace. Although most people have a deep need to be connected, life events/upbringing …
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Being an empath can be challenging but also a beautiful gift that gives insight into others and allows for guidance and connection. Empaths can experience burnout from taking on too much emotional turmoil from others, and it's important for them to know how to unplug and detach. In this podcast episode, Desiree covers: The qualities and characteris…
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Finding the courage to truly be yourself
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We all want to feel free to be our true selves and live in a way that feel authentic. I want to live my life to the fullest and I imagine you do as well. Despite this, we can get sidetracked by demands and expectations that throw us off our true gifts and passions. Instead we might follow the preferences and aspirations that society, family, and fr…
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In this episode, Desiree dives into the topic of cleaning your office. Tune in to learn: Why cleaning your office is often underestimated as a high ROI activity How external spaces significantly affect how one feels and thinks, impacting productivity Why a clean and organized environment is essential for producing quality work Why dismissing cleani…
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On this installment of "WORTHY.", host J.U. Jones had the opportunity to converse with Michael A. Walrond JR., author, poet, and Senior Pastor of First Corinthian Baptist Church (FCBCNYC). Having gone through trying health moments all throughout life his life, Pastor Mike talks openly and candidly about health woes that almost took his voice litera…
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The Dangerous Relationship… loving a Narcissistic, Sociopath or Psychopathic
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There are times when someone describes in detail a relationship that seems unkind, unhealthy and even dangerous. Or maybe we have experienced this personally in a relationship with a person we thought would be a wonderful partner to begin with only to realize after falling deeply in love that this person is self-centered, arrogant, attention seekin…
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In this episode, Desiree dives into the 4 different types of Pathological Qi. Tune in to: Discover how to interact with your home, live in your home, and allow your home to be a space that actually nourishes you and provides peace and restoration Gain insights into the impact of the items you bring into your home and how they can impede vitality of…
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On this installment of "WORTHY.", host J.U. Jones has the opportunity to converse with Ms. Arva Rice, the esteemed President and CEO of the New York Urban League. Having shattered numerous glass ceilings during her professional journey, Arva encountered profound sorrow a few years after experiencing one of her life's most joyous moments. Her secret…
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Across North America, almost half of all marriages will end in divorce or separation. Even though divorce is a complex process that requires legal, psychological and financial considerations, there may be ways to make it just a bit less painful. Nanci Smith’s book “Untangling Your Marriage: A Guide to Collaborative Divorce” attempts to dispel some …
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On this episode of "WORTHY.", J.U Jones has a chance to talk with Mr. Rawle Andrews Jr., Esq. the Executive Director of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) Foundation. Born and raised in Third Ward, Houston, Texas, Mr. Rawle experienced self-harm at a young age but realized the power of community when seeking help. Tune in and hear his story…
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On this episode of "WORTHY.", J.U Jones has a chance to talk with Dr. Lena L. Green, the Executive Director of HOPE Center Harlem. Born and raised in Harlem, NY, Dr. Green had her share of ups and downs. One down included being bullied and not understood by her peers. Tune in and hear her triumph story, reminding us that rejection and failure are n…
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Forced psychiatric confinement – Who is at risk?
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We may believe that asylums are a thing of the past but practices of enforced psychiatric confinement continue today, much to our surprise. Author Wipond, argues that, now more than ever, North Americans are being forced into treatment and involuntarily committed supposedly "for their own benefit." Rob Wipond’s book “Your Consent Is Not Required” g…
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In this episode, Desiree dives into the sacred power of Guaiacwood essential oil and its ability to predict the future. Tune in to learn: How Guaiacwood helps you understand the consequences of your current patterns The positive impact it can have on your confidence and decision-making Why using this essential oil isn't for the faint of heart When …
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Is it hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel when everything seems to go wrong? Dive into this and more every forth Monday as J.U Jones, the #professorofpositivity, hosts "WORTHY." a HOPE Center Harlem Motivational Podcast. Dedicated to reminding you that you are worthy no matter what happens in life, "WORTHY." is a short-form interview-sty…
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In this episode, Desiree discusses the idea of "process over perfection" and how it can lead to lasting progress without the pressure to improve. Tune in to learn: Why focusing on "progress over perfection" can still leave you feeling frustrated The positive impact of structure on your creative energy How to find a process that is satisfying and un…
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In a house full of turmoil, sometimes the person who you hope has your back may become your enemy. Sisters Ronni Tichenor and Jennie Weaver know this better than most. In their book “Healing Begins with Us” they share their journey in overcoming childhood abuse that pitted the two against one another. In the book they discuss how they healed and st…
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Hey, fabulous listeners! It's time to turn up the volume on your mental well-being and embrace the good vibes coming your way. I'm your host Anita HappinessFactors, and you've just tuned into the podcast that's all about unlocking the secrets to a happier, healthier you.In a world that sometimes feels like a rollercoaster, we're here to be your joy…
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In this episode, Desiree explores one of the many amazing functions of Spanish Sage essential oil: imparting the secrets of your destiny. Tune in to learn: The difference between Spanish sage and other sages How the guidance it provides can help you navigate through life more easily Where, when, and how to apply the essential oil to experience its …
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Most of us are stressed these days and don’t know how to manage it. While stress is an inevitable part of life, it doesn’t have to take over our lives. Dr. Doni Wilson’s book “Master Your Stress, Reset Your Health” walks us through identifying our unique type of stress and the best ways to manage it to make stress actually work for us. Listen to ou…
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In this episode, Desiree explains why the sensitivity level of humanity is increasing right now. Tune in to learn: How self-awareness is expanding and becoming more mainstream, The side effect of increasing sensitivity for those who are new to it, Why alternative medicine is no longer considered "alternative", And more! Grab additional resources re…
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In this episode, Desiree shares 3 reasons why you get sick, energetically speaking. Tune in to learn: What Wei Qi is and how it impacts your health, The importance of alignment and how it relates to your defenses, How frequency shedding can impact your well-being, And more! Grab additional resources related to this topic by visiting the show notes …
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In this episode, Desiree reframes obstacles and gives you a different way to think about them. Tune in to learn: Why obstacles are actually clues that can help you, A story about a recent obstacle Desiree faced, Desiree's tips for handling obstacles, And more! Grab additional resources related to this topic by visiting the show notes here: https://…
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Wellness through Mindfulness Practices
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Are you interested in adding mindfulness, meditation or contemplative exercises into your life to help you manage the demands of daily living or better manage stress and anxiety? If your answer is yes, then this show will prove to be a perfect fit. I am excited myself. I have been a bit lazy with my meditation practice lately and looking forward to…
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Not everyone has a picture-perfect childhood. In fact, some of us grow up in homes where our parents need parenting or we have to parent ourselves. Dr. Lindsay Gibson’s book “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents” helps you overcome the crushing role of catering to parents who were (for whatever reasons) not up to the job of parenting. Dr.…
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Be Less Dickish – self-help for men
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If you have ever fallen into negative patterns of action or thoughts that fail you often AND you identify as male (or know a man you want to better understand) then this self-help guide provides humorous and relevant instruction. David and Corey write this book together as a patient & therapist duo with insight into the pitfalls and possible strate…
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In this episode, Desiree shares the Spirit of Litsea essential oil. Litsea packs an energetic punch and is great for motivation to accomplish something. Tune in to learn: How to use this powerful essential oil to energetically deep clean the home, Ways Litsea can help you recover from aggressive situations Desiree's tips for getting your energy bac…
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In this episode, Desiree shares a new perspective on energy conservation. Everyone knows the importance of conservation of energy on this planet, but does anyone ever talk about conservation of energy for the human being? Tune in to learn: Why so many of us are expending energy in very irresponsible ways, How poor energetic boundaries exploit our p…
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In this episode, Desiree dives deep into the topic of reinventing yourself. There appears to be a common thread among humanity in 2022 where people feel like they are stepping into a new season, a new chapter, a new cycle in their life. Tune in to learn: How to let go of the old self, The importance of honoring yourself, A powerful diffuser blend t…
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Surviving a violent or abusive relationship can leave us broken hearted and in need of healing. Dr. Amelia Kelley & Kendall Ann Combs’ book “What I Wish I Knew: Surviving and Thriving after an Abusive Relationship” offers strength, guidance and clarity on this difficult life experience. The book covers how a dangerous relationship can look like a f…
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