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Get broadcast ready with Dr. Kortni Alston. She is a former television reporter and news director turned happiness scholar, podcaster, and journalism and mass communication professor. With nearly 20 years in broadcasting, she has trained radio talk show hosts, journalists, and producers. Broadcasting strengths is a unique approach of combing media production and the strength-based approach of positive psychology to motivate. You will learn key skills to help you level up your podcast, online ...
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Are you committed to happiness? Are you looking to create a happier workplace? Do you value learning more about how science can help? Well, if you answered yes, this podcast is for you. Dr. Kortni Alston is here to help. She is a Happiness Scholar who understands hardships, building resilience, and well-being at work. Plus, she is a TV Reporter, and News Director turned TEDx speaker and Transformational Trainer in positive psychology. Each episode will help you commit to happiness in your pe ...
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Are you a boss with your boundaries? If not, this episode is for you. Dr. Kortni Alston discusses how to tackle it and safeguard your well-being. She shares a Positive Psychology.com article titled -- How to Set Healthy Boundaries and Build Positive Relationships – by Dr. Jo Nash. It will help you build better boundaries at work and in your persona…
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Are you a leader that is ready to be a game-changer? If you are shouting, "yes." We have an approach that will increase well-being in your workplace. On top of that, it will improve performance. Strengths-Based Leadership is transformative. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, will help you uncover the superpowers in your team.…
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We are counting down to one of our favorite days of the year, and that’s the International Day of Happiness. It takes place on March 20th. To celebrate, we are counting down with a positive activity to celebrate – and that’s our own digital Wall of Gratitude. Our host Dr. Kortni Alston discusses the scientific benefits by the leading scholar in gra…
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Are you ready to add books to help you elevate happiness in your library? If you are shouting, "Yes, I am." Well, this podcast is for you. CNBC features our host and happiness scholar, Dr. Kortni Alston's top picks. Check out what they are. Plus, Dr. Kortni mentions a bonus book only on Kourting Happiness.…
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Who can you call at 3:00 a.m.? Not having that person could affect your happiness. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, talks about CBS News coverage of A Key to Finding Happiness. The story focuses on community. She discusses how you can create belonging and how the world's longest scientific study on happiness can help. Check out the show notes for this …
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Are you ready to achieve all your goals in 2023? If you said, yes, we have the perfect person to take you to the finish line. Katie Jefcoat is a happiness curator, kindness crusader, speaker, and author. On top of that, she is the host of Everyday Happiness podcast. Katie discusses how you can find happiness and harmony between your to-dos and prio…
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We have a few days until Christmas. Are you searching for the perfect gift? If so, there is no judgment. Maybe, you are searching for some self-care goodies of your own. You are in the right place. Happiness Scholar Dr. Kortni Alston shares her top picks to help restore, recharge, and create your retreat. And —- gifts that can bring you joy. Check …
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It's known as the most wonderful time of the year. It can also be a stressful one. Our host Dr. Kortni Alston talks about how to make it happier. She shares tips from National Alliance on Mental illness, also known as NAMI. You will learn how to protect your mental health during this holiday season…By Dr. Kortni Alston
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Christmas brings the sights and sounds of the holiday season. However, it can also be stressful. What can you do to make sure you keep your peace? Give yourself the gift of boundaries. It's essential for our self-care. Psychology Today holds some of those answers. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, talks about an article they published by Sharon Martin. …
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The world isn't getting a good night's rest. According to the Philips Global Sleep Survey, 62 percent of adults say they sleep somewhat/not at all well, with just one in 10 saying they sleep extremely well. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, shares an article published in Psychology Today to help restore your slumber. In addition, she provides bonus tips…
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Do your negative emotions need a vacation? If you say yes, you can put them into your guest house. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, explains how you can do just that. Learn how with the help of Mister Rogers and a poem that will empower your feelings to pack their bags and leave.By Dr. Kortni Alston
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Do you know what good stress is? According to the American Institute of Stress, “Good Stress” is the type of stress we feel when we are excited. There isn’t a threat or a fear. They compare it to going on a rollercoaster ride, being up for a promotion, or maybe evening going on a first date. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, talks about how to manage go…
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"Your well-being is your most important job," says our host Dr. Kortni Alston. She dives into what you can do to create a well-being strategy that works for you. On top of that, Dr. Kortni is sharing it all in a well-being journal that's yours for free. Yes, free. Find out how to grab yours today.By Dr. Kortni Alston
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The United States Surgeon General, Dr. Vivek Murthy, tells Americans that toxic workplaces can harm your health. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, shares Dr. Murthy's recommendations on what organizations can do to create healthier workplaces that foster work-life balance, community, and growth.By Dr. Kortni Alston
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Thank God It's Friday, also known as TGIF. It has become the phrase used to discuss that the work week has ended, and it’s time to dive into the weekend. What about the start of the week? Yes, TGIM, or better yet, Thank God It's Monday. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, talks about an article published in positive psychology.com that will help make your…
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Dr. Maya Angelou's quote says it best, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." How can we create spaces that do just that? Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, discusses seven tips on empathetic listening that will help you elevate conversation that make a connection. She sha…
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Do you honor your feelings? If you said, "Kinda" or "Not really." Well, this episode is for you. Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, is back from surgery. She is in recovery and discusses the importance of recognizing how you feel. Dr. Kortni shares an article by Mike Robbins published in Forbes, Be Real About How You Feel. You will learn how to give your…
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Are you feeling overwhelmed? Have you ever felt that way? Do you think you have so much on your plate that things are falling off? Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, discusses an article published in Psychology Today that will help you jump-start your well-being strategy fueled by positive psychology.By Dr. Kortni Alston
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It appears that gratitude can help us manage stress at work. Jill Suttie published a story about this topic for the Greater Good Science Center. Her headline asks the question Can Gratitude Reduce Your Stress at Work? Our host, Dr. Kortni Alston, discusses the article and the new study behind it. She also provides insight on how to begin developing…
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Have you ever heard the saying, “don’t let the future steal your present?” That statement speaks to the value of mindfulness. Dr. Kortni Alston talks about Mindfulness and Being Present in the Moment, an article published in Psychology Today by Dr. Elyssa Barbash. Learn more about how it can help you feel more relaxed, calmer, and happier.…
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The pandemic has taught us that employee well-being is essential. Positive psychology can help create positive experiences, which can build a positive culture. According to research, some benefits are increased engagement, performance, and productivity. Dr. Kortni Alston discusses an article published in positive psychology.com that shares how to s…
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Did you know that storytelling can be good for your mental health? Dr. Kortni Alston discusses an article published in Very Well Mind, which shares the benefits linking storytelling and mental health. Learn how it can help you with empathy, active listening, and more. To celebrate 100 episodes and our second anniversary to Kourting Happiness, we ho…
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Are you a manager thinking about how to best support your team? Dr. Kortni Alston discusses ways managers can support employees’ mental health. Kelly Greenwood and Natasha Krol share that in 8 Ways managers can do just that, published in the Harvard Business Review. Dr. Kortni talks about it and provides her insight as a trainer on workplace well-b…
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It's time to face the music. Dr. Kortni Alston talks about the scientific article on the Role of Music Therapy in Emotional Regulation and Psychological Stress Relief of Employees in the Workplace. The study is by researcher Nan Mao. In this episode of Kourting Happiness, you will learn how music can positively impact your team, from productivity t…
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Are you spreading office gossip? Often when we think about gossiping as having a negative connotation. We have impactful news worth sharing at the water cooler. Gossip can be positive. Yes, positive. Dr. Kortni Alston discusses, What is Positive Gossip?, an article written by Kori Miller and published in PositivePsychology.com. She shares how you c…
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Are you passionate about your job? If your answer is “YES." You may want to listen to this podcast episode on Kourting Happiness, because being passionate may not serve you. Dr. Kortni Alston discusses an article published by the Greater Good Science Center on why being passionate about your job isn't always a good thing.…
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We have heard a lot about the great resignation, but there might be another trend to talk about. Have heard of quiet quitting? Learn what it means on Kourting Happiness. Before you start searching for your next job, Dr. Kortni Alston discusses if quitting can make you happier at work? She shares the advice of two happiness researchers on how to pro…
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The death of country music singer Naomi Judd shines a light on mental health. May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. Each year millions of Americans face the reality of living with a mental illness. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Dr. Kortni Alst…
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We are cooking up an episode that will transform your life. Dr. Kortni Alston dishes about the life of Julia Child. She will inspire you to live your own timeline. Julia published her first cookbook when she was 49 years old. In 1966, she was awarded an Emmy for her work in Educational Television. She was 54 years old. Dr. Kortni talks about her fa…
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Do you often ignore your well-being at work? If you are raising your hand and shouting, "Yes," this episode is for you. Happiness Scholar and Host, Dr. Kortni Alston, shares her greatest confession about her workplace well-being slip-ups. She talks about how it is a process and it is okay to be a work-in-progress. Learn how to create healthy bounda…
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Have you ever thought about this -- how to ask whether an employee is happy at work. Dr. Kortni Alston discusses the Harvard Business Review article written by Employee Appreciation expert Christopher Littlefield. So, how do you ask an employee if they’re happy at work? Learn how to have the stay conversation and the lasting positive impression it …
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Spending time with family and friends helps increase positive emotions, which is key to happiness. Listening can help unlock good and empathetic conversations that improve our well-being. Dr. Kortni Alston talks about six tips to help become an active listener.By Dr. Kortni Alston
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The Kourting Happiness podcast needs your support. We are calling it our Take-Two campaign. It’s all about sharing and shopping to support the Kourting Happiness podcast. Dr. Kortni Alston talks about how you can share the podcast. Plus, she discusses how shopping at the merchandise store helps grow the mission of Kourting Happiness. Learn more by …
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Let’s talk about creating your own Self-Care Squad. Positive relationships are central to our well-being. In positive psychology, our connections with others help our well-being and significant ties to our happiness. You can also see these findings in one of the founders of positive psychology, Dr. Martin Seligman’s well-being theory. One positive …
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