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What's on Your Bookshelf?

Denise Russo, Andy Hughes, Scott Miller, and Samantha Powell

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“What’s On Your Bookshelf” is a personal and professional growth podcast exploring the intersections of passion, potential, and purpose - featuring multi-certified coach and leadership development consultant Denise R. Russo alongside Andy Hughes, Scott Miller, and Samantha Powell.
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the secret to a happier life as Mo Gawdat unveils the intriguing role our memories play in shaping our joy. This week, Samantha and Denise plunge into the powerful teachings from "Solve for Happy," discussing how our past experiences are more than mere events; they're colored by our emotions and thoughts, influencin…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever lost something small, like a favorite pen, and felt your day was ruined? We've all been there, and today, Denise Russo and Sam Powell are here to explore how these reactions connect to happiness, or the lack thereof. Through the lens of Mo Gawdat's "Solve for Happy," we tackle the seven blind spots that can tur…
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the unseen obstacles to your happiness as we discuss Mo Gawdat's transformative book, "Solve for Happy." Hosts, Sam Powell and Denise Russo, guide you through the exploration of seven perception blind spots—filters, assumptions, predictions, memories, labels, emotions, and exaggeration. These are the unsuspecting cu…
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Send us a Text Message. Conquer the elusive specter of fear with Denise Russo and Sam Powell, as they offer you a roadmap to happiness inspired by Mo Gawdat's profound insights. Prepare to challenge the fears that lurk in the shadows of uncertainty, whether they're keeping you tethered to a dead-end job or causing you to shy away from new experienc…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever tried to solve a jigsaw puzzle with pieces that just won't fit? That's the conundrum we tackle with Mo Gawdat, the insightful author of "Solve for Happy," as Denise and Sam dissect the tantalizing notion that we can wrestle life's unpredictability into submission. Together, they embark on a profound journey, ex…
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Send us a Text Message. Ever pondered why some moments slip away like sand through your fingers while others seem to stretch into eternity? Join Denise Russo and Samantha Powell, as they connect the dots between our skewed perception of time and our quest for happiness, inspired by Mo Gawdat's insights from "Solve for Happy." Denise and Sam cover t…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered if what you think you know could actually be hindering your happiness? In our enlightening conversation, we discover the dangers of intellectual arrogance and how an obsession with being right can stifle personal growth and joy. We dive into why embracing a broader spectrum of understanding, particular…
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Send us a Text Message. Join happiness explorers Sam Powell and Denise Russo as they embark on an enlightening expedition, guided by Mo Godat's wisdom from "Solve for Happy." Together, they dissect the 'grand illusions' that often veil our true selves and how our thoughts, ego, and physical form can deceive us. Discover with them how assessments li…
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the keys to unlocking true happiness Denise and co-host Samantha Powell, delve into Mo Gawdat's enlightening perspective from "Solve for Happy." Our minds are intricate labyrinths, and it's easy to confuse the tools of our thoughts for the essence of who we are. In a candid chat, Denise and Sam explore this distinct…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt like happiness is a puzzle you just can't solve? Join Denise Russo and co-host, Sam Powell, as they journey through Mo Gawdat's enlightening book "Solve for Happy," dissecting the roots of our emotional states from confusion to joy. In our latest episode, we compare thoughts to seeds—each one capable of gr…
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Send us a Text Message. Can happiness truly be solved like a mathematical equation? That's the tantalizing promise of our latest discussion on "What's On Your Bookshelf," where Denise Russo and Sam Powell dissect the happiness equation from "Solve for Happy." We challenge the myths that cloud our understanding of joy, suggesting that contentment is…
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Send us a Text Message. Embark on a transformative journey with Denise Russo and Sam Powell, as they unravel the secrets of living a joy-filled life in our latest podcast episode discussing Mo Gawdat's "Solve for Happy." They're merging heart and science to dissect Gawdat's engineering approach to happiness, sharing how this method is revolutionizi…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever found yourself stuck in a happiness rut, where even your favorite activities start to feel like a chore? Join Denise Russo and Samantha Powell, as we share the results of our deep dive into "The How of Happiness," and discuss the power of self-experimentation in keeping the joy alive in our daily routines. In t…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever considered that the secret to lasting happiness might be hiding in plain sight, awaiting your discovery? That's exactly what Denise Russo and Samantha Powell help you uncover in our latest podcast episode. We bid farewell to our enlightening series on Dr. Sonja Lyubomirsky's "The How of Happiness," where we've …
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Send us a Text Message. Embarking on a spiritual journey often leaves one awash with a sense of contentment; it's an experience I've come to cherish through my personal morning devotion rituals. This week, we invite you into a realm where happiness intertwines with religion and spirituality, exploring the profound impact these elements have on our …
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Send us a Text Message. Discover the secret to a joyous life that doesn't just hinge on reaching goals, but on the exhilarating process of pursuing them. Our engaging discussion peels back the layers on how goal-setting can magnify your happiness. We share candid insights from "The How of Happiness," where personal anecdotes converge with expert ad…
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Send us a Text Message. As Denise and Sam meander through the tapestry of life's simple pleasures, we invite you to step into a space where each moment is a treasure waiting to be cherished. Our latest podcast conversation is a heart-to-heart on the art of savoring—the subtle, yet profound practice of being fully present. Through intimate stories, …
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Send us a Text Message. When the weight of the world feels like it's on our shoulders, happiness can seem like a distant dream. That's why Samantha Powell and I open our hearts to you, sharing our personal struggles with stress and the pursuit of joy amidst life's tumultuous waves. We don't just talk about the dark times; we shine a light on how to…
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Send us a Text Message. Join us in this episode for heartfelt discussion, laughter, and a shared commitment to consciously cherish and enrich the relationships that bring happiness to our lives. Recall the last time you initiated a heartfelt connection with someone who crossed your mind and the joy that a simple act brought into your life. Today, D…
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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets to a happier life with our exploration of "The How of Happiness," where we dissect the potent influence of playing to your strengths. Denise and Sam share personal insights and stories on how honing in on the activities that resonate with us can elevate not just our mood but also our professional endeavors…
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Send us a Text Message. What if the key to a gratifying life was right within you, nestled in your perspective and thought patterns? Buckle up, listeners, as we, your hosts Denise Russo and Samantha Powell, navigate you through the stimulating realm of optimism, debunking myths, and highlighting the joy in little things. We'll guide you through the…
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Send us a Text Message. Ready for a deep dive into gratitude and its transformative power? Join us, Denise Russo and Sam Powell, as we kick off our series about cultivating happiness, with a special focus on the art of expressing gratitude. We share our own journeys, exploring how we've unlocked the joy of acknowledging and appreciating the present…
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Send us a Text Message. What if you had the power to build your own roadmap to happiness? Let's embark on this journey together! Hosts, Denise Russo and Samantha Powell dissect "The How of Happiness", offering you an incredible spectrum of twelve happiness strategies to personalize your joy journey. A crucial insight from our discussion is the conn…
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Send us a Text Message. Get ready for an enlightening journey through the realm of happiness, as we, your hosts, Denise Russo and Samantha Powell, dissect the insightful guide, "The How of Happiness". We promise that by the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of your happiness set points and the power you possess to enhance the…
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Send us a Text Message. Is happiness a puzzle you've been trying to solve? Let's unravel the mystery together. On today's episode of What's On Your Bookshelf, Denise and Sam dive headfirst into the science of happiness, dissecting the fascinating research that goes beyond the surface of joy and positivity. Uncover the secrets of the art of well-bei…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam wrap up the final chapters of Atomic Habits by james Clear. To increase your chances of success, it's crucial to choose the right field of competition. Your genes cannot be easily altered, which means they can give you a significant advantage in favorable circumstances and a severe disadvantag…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 17: How an Accountability Partner Can Change Everything from the book, Atomic Habits by James Clear. Avoidance of certain behaviors can occur if the experience of those behaviors is unpleasant or unsatisfying. Pain is an effective teacher, and the more immediate the pain is, th…
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Send us a Text Message. This week Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 16: How to Stick with Good Habits Every Day from the book, Atomic Habits by James Clear. Tracking progress is one of the most rewarding experiences in life. One easy way to achieve this is by using a habit tracker, which could be as simple as marking an X on a calendar. By doing so, y…
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Send us a Text Message. What if you could unravel the secrets of leadership from the movie Braveheart, or learn profound life lessons from King Solomon’s wisdom? Join Denise Russo and Scott Miller as we cap off our 12 Days series. We journey through cherished narratives, revealing the transformative power of music via the Pied Piper, and decode the…
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Send us a Text Message. Behavior is repeated when the experience is satisfying. For habits to stick, you need to feel immediately successful – even if it’s in a small way. Habits produce outcomes across time that often need to be more aligned. The costs of your good habits are in the present. The costs of your bad habits are in the future. The Card…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of What's on Your Bookshelf, Denise and Scott talk about Chapters 9 and 10, Nine Ladies Dancing and Ten Lords a-Leaping. If you would like to download the 12 Days playlist from Spotify, the link is available here. If you would like to purchase your copy of 12 Days, use this link to order for your Kindle, soft…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode of What's on Your Bookshelf, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 14: How to Make Good Habits Inevitable and Bad Habits Impossible from James Clear's book, Atomic Habits. Success can depend on more than just making good habits easy. It can also rely on making bad habits harder to maintain. Commitment Devices are ch…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of What's on Your Bookshelf, Denise and Scott talk about Chapters 7 and 8, Seven Swans a-Swimming and Eight Maids a-Milking. If you would like to download the 12 Days playlist from Spotify, the link is available here. If you would like to purchase your copy of 12 Days, use this link to order for your Kindle, …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 13, How to Stop Procrastinating by Using the Two-Minute Rule. Your goal might be to run a marathon, but your gateway habit is to put on your running shoes. The point is to master the habit of showing up. You can’t improve a habit that doesn’t exist. Make it easy to start and th…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of What's on Your Bookshelf, Denise and Scott talk about Chapters 5 and 6, Five Gold Rings and Six Geese a-Laying. If you would like to download the 12 Days playlist from Spotify, the link is available here. If you would like to purchase your copy of 12 Days, use this link to order for your Kindle, soft cover…
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Send us a Text Message. It's a fact that the Law of Least Effort governs human behavior. Our natural tendency is to choose the option that requires the minimum amount of work. Therefore, one should make their habits so easy that they can be carried out even when they don't feel it's essential. It's important to create an environment that makes doin…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of What's on Your Bookshelf, Denise and Scott talk about Chapters 3 and 4, Three French Hens and Four Calling Birds from her book, 12 Days. If you would like to download the 12 Days playlist from Spotify, the link is available here. If you would like to purchase your copy of 12 Days, use this link to order fo…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam explore Chapter 11 of Atomic Habits by James Clear: Walk Slowly, but Never Backward We are so focused on figuring out the best approach that we always need to take action. For example: Motion: outlining twenty ideas for articles. Action: sitting down and writing an article Motion: search for a…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of What's on Your Bookshelf, Denise and Scott talk about Chapters 1 and 2, A Partridge in a Pear Tree and Two Turtle Doves from her book, 12 Days. If you would like to download the 12 Days playlist from Spotify, the link is available here. If you would like to purchase your copy of 12 Days, use this link to o…
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Send us a Text Message. Every behavior has both a surface-level craving and a more profound underlying motive. For instance, smoking cigarettes or checking Instagram may not be something we truly desire. Instead, at a deeper level, we may aim to reduce uncertainty, relieve anxiety, win social acceptance and approval, or achieve status. Essentially,…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 9: The Role of Family and Friends in Shaping Your Habits. The culture we live in determines which behaviors are attractive to us. We tend to adopt habits that are praised and approved of by our culture because we have a strong desire to fit in and belong to the tribe. We tend t…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam explore Chapter 8: How to Make a Habit Irresistible The more attractive an opportunity is, the more likely it is to become habit-forming. Habits are a dopamine-driven feedback loop. Every behavior that is highly habit-forming – taking drugs, eating junk food, browsing social media – is associa…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 6: Motivation Is Overrated; Environment Often Matters More of Atomic Habits by James Clear. Making small changes in your environment can lead to significant changes in behavior over time. Habits are context-dependent, and the cues of good habits should be obvious in your surrou…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Denise and Sam continue their discussion of Chapter 5: The Best Way to Start a New Habit by James Clear. To make your habits stick, it's important to tie them to specific cues. The two most common cues are time and location. You can use implementation intention by pairing your new habit with a specific time …
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 5: The Best Way to Start a New Habit by James Clear. To make your habits stick, it's important to tie them to specific cues. The two most common cues are time and location. You can use implementation intention by pairing your new habit with a specific time and location. For exa…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 4: The Man Who Didn’t Look Right from Atomic Habits by James Clear. Developing good habits requires tying them to specific cues such as time or location. The habit can also be paired with a current habit, known as habit stacking, to make it more actionable. Awareness is crucial…
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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Denise and Sam discuss Chapter 3: How To Build Better Habits In 4 Steps. Behavior with satisfying consequences tends to be repeated, while less pleasant behavior is less likely to be repeated. Habits are automatic behaviors formed through trial and error. Useless movements fade with practice, while valuable …
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam continue with Chapter 2 in the book, Atomic Habits, by James Clear. If you're looking to get your life back on track, Atomic Habits offers an easy framework for improving your life. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals strategies to help you form and brea…
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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Denise and Sam start a continue with Chapter 1 in the book, Atomic Habits, by James Clear. If you're looking to get your life back on track, Atomic Habits offers an easy framework for improving your life. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals strategies to help you form …
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