Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing)

Mental health is a topic that has been taboo for decades. The stigma and shame around mental health mean many people don’t get the help and support they need and end up suffering and struggling in silence. There has been a reported increase in panic disorders, anxiety, stress, and more, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Mental health is the pandemic that isn’t being talked about. We can no longer afford to stigmatize mental health or ignore this crisis. It is time the conversation about mental health comes to the forefront. In this episode, Hala is joined by mental health leaders Dr. Daniel Amen, Dr. Robin Smith, Dr. Owen Muir, Amy Morin, Jonas Koffler, and more, to talk about the state of mental health in the world, why normalizing mental health struggles is important, grieving and the process of healing, the potential of psychedelics in the future of psychiatry, and what daily habits we can start to today to improve our mental discipline and ultimately lead happier, healthier lives.  Dr. Daniel Amen is one of America’s leading psychiatrists and brain health experts. Dr Amen is board certified in General Psychiatry and Child Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.Dr. Robin Smith is a licensed psychologist, media personality, keynote speaker, and author. She spent years as the on-air therapist for The Oprah Winfrey Show. Today, Dr Robin hosts the Dr. Robin show on SiriusXM’s Urban View Channel 126, where she leads conversations with thought-leaders on rising toward truth, justice, and joy. Amy Morin is a psychotherapist, the editor-in-chief at Verywell Mind, the host of the Verywell Mind Podcast, a licensed clinical social worker, and a psychology lecturer at Northeastern University. She’s also an international bestselling author. She has written four books, 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do, 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don’t Do, 13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do, and 13 Things Strong Kids Do.Jonas Koffler is a New York Times bestselling author and entrepreneur. Jonas has co-founded or been part of the founding team at several ventures, including digital health companies like Lada Labs and Radical Wellness Inc, He is also the founder of Koffler Pictures, a branded entertainment at storytelling boutique.Sponsorships::Issuu - Sign up for a premium account and get 50% off! Go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code YAPAthletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.Jordan Harbinger - Check out jordanharbinger.com/start for some episode recommendationsThirdLove - Upgrade to everyday pieces that love your body as much as you do. Get 20% off your first order at thirdlove.com/yap ShipStation - Go to sandlandsleep.com and use the promo code YAP15Resources Mentioned: Uncut Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/yaplive-conquering-invisible-enemies-mental-health/id1368888880?i=1000522606249Dr Amen’s 30 Day Happiness Challenge: https://www.amenuniversity.com/happy Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, by Dr Daniel Amen: https://www.amazon.com/Change-Your-Brain-Revised-Expanded/dp/110190464X HUSTLE: The Power to Charge Your Life with Money, Meaning and Momentum, Co-Written by Jonas Koffler: https://www.amazon.com/Hustle-Power-Charge-Meaning-Momentum/dp/1623367166 Books by Amy Morin: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B00LNL5Q18 Books By Dr. Robin: https://www.amazon.com/Robin-L.-Smith/e/B001JS3R84 If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health challenges, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255 Connect with Young and Profiting:YAP’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/youngandprofiting  Hala’s Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/  Hala’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhala  Website: www.youngandprofiting.com

These days, we are constantly battling distractions. They’re everywhere. They're on our phones, our computers, and our slack channels. With our devices constantly demanding our attention, it seems harder to stay focused than ever before.Productivity experts Nir Eyal and Ethan Kross have studied the psychology behind distraction and have proven techniques to improve focus and productivity. By limiting distractions, you can increase your time and energy, and all areas of your life will benefit as a result.In this episode, Nir and Ethan share actionable tips you can implement today to eliminate distractions, increase focus, and live a more fulfilling life.Ethan Kross is an experimental psychologist, neuroscientist, and writer. He specializes in emotion and regulation, he is a professor of psychology and management at the University of Michigan. He is the founder and director of the University of Michigan’s Emotion & Self-Control Laboratory.  Ethan is one of the foremost experts on emotion and regulation and has been interviewed about his research on news programs such as CBS Evening News, Good Morning America, Anderson Cooper Full Circle, and NPR’s Morning Edition. His research has also been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The New Yorker, The New England Journal of Medicine, and Science.Ethan is the author of the bestseller Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It. Ethan graduated magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania and later earned his Ph.D. in Psychology from Columbia University. Nir Eyal is an author, public speaker, consultant, and investor. Nir is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products and Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life.Nir is an expert in behavioral engineering and has lectured at Stanford Graduate School of Business and Hasso Plattner Institute of Design. Nir also works as a consultant helping companies build engaging products and services. His writing appears in publications including the Harvard Business Review, The Atlantic, TechCrunch, and Psychology Today.Nir received his BA from Emory University and his MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business.Sponsors:Athletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.99designs by Vista - Head to 99designs.com/YAP to learn more and get $30 off your first design contest!Constant Contact - To start your free digital marketing trial today, visit constant contact.com.Coinbase - For a limited time, new users can get $10 in free Bitcoin when you sign up today at Coinbase.com/YAP  Jenni Kayne - Find your forever pieces at jennikayne.com and get 15% off your first order when you use code YAP at checkoutNative - Go to Nativedeo.com/yap or use promo code YAP at checkout, and get 20% off your first order.Resources Mentioned:Chatter by Ethan Kross: https://www.ethankross.com/chatter/ Hooked by Nir Eyal: https://www.amazon.com/Hooked-How-Build-Habit-Forming-Products/dp/1591847788 Indistractable by Nir Eyal: https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X/ #122 Harness Your Internal Chatter with Ethan Kross: https://www.youngandprofiting.com/122-harness-your-internal-chatter-with-ethan-kross/ #34: How To Be Indistractable with Nir Eyal: https://www.youngandprofiting.com/34-how-to-be-indistractable-with-nir-eyal/ FULL CLUBHOUSE EPISODE: https://www.youngandprofiting.com/yaplive-focus-is-the-new-productivity-with-nir-eyal-and-ethan-kross-on-clubhouse/ Social Media:YAP’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/youngandprofiting  Hala’s Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/  Hala’s Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhala  Website: www.youngandprofiting.com

Have you ever wanted to start a business, but felt like you lacked the proper resources? Good news: you already have all that you need! This week on YAP we’re chatting with Ryan Blair, a massively successful entrepreneur, author, and spiritualist. While Ryan’s accomplishments are incredibly impressive on their own, they’re even more shocking when you learn about his backstory. He grew up in an abusive household that drove him to criminal activity from a very early age, dropping out of high school after his freshman year. Ryan’s story is all about LEARNING how to become profitable, even when life deals you the worst hands possible. In this episode, you’ll learn how he built his most successful businesses and the mistakes he made in the process. Tunein to find out how to grow your financial capital from ground zero through investing, saving, and building a successful company! Sponsored by - Athletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.BrandCrowd - Check out brandcrowd.com/yap to learn more, play with the tool for free, and get 73% off your purchase.  Jordan Harbinger - Check out jordanharbinger.com/start for some episode recommendations.Constant Contact - Start your free trial at constantcontact.comShipStation - Go to ShipStation.com, click on the microphone at the top of the page, and type in YAP to get a 60-day free trial. Jenni Kayne - Find your forever pieces at jennikayne.com and get 15% off your first order when you use code YAP at checkoutSocial Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comTimestamps:1:30 - Ryan describes the abuse he endured as a childhood and how it led to his family losing all his money 2:57 - Ryan explains his view on suffering and the lessons he’s gained from his challenges 4:48 - Ryan talks about how schools fail to teach students to be entrepreneurs 8:26 - Ryan tells us about his first mentor and how he started trading stocks 11:19 - Ryan explains why people try to tear him down 12:01 - Ryan reveals what he looks for in potential employees and friends 13:13 - Ryan talks about his first company and becoming a millionaire15:13 - Ryan describes how he designs businesses and the value of starting businesses for the purpose of exiting them 17:43 - Ryan explains the importance of hiring great employees and partnering with the right people19:18 - Ryan reveals the importance of growth and how to strike the right balance between profit growth and revenue growth  21:10 - Ryan talks about selling your business at the right time 23:36 - Ryan describes the importance of failure 27:20- Ryan talks about how to build a successful Return on Investment strategy 30:41- Ryan describes how he connects spirituality to entrepreneurship 32:45 - Ryan explains the difference between a conscious company and an unconscious company 34:14 - Ryan talks about his desire to be catalyst in the marketplace with AlterCall 37:32 - Ryan reveals his current relationship with money, saving, and investments 39:04 - Ryan explains his secrets to profiting in life39:35 - Ryan talks about how he is constantly learning and documenting the lessons he learnsMentioned In The Episode:Ryan’s first book, Everything To again, Nothing To Lose: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/308391/nothing-to-lose-everything-to-gain-by-ryan-blair-with-don-yaeger/ Ryan’s newest company, AlterCall: https://altercall.comRyan’s Instagram: @RealRyanBlair

We enter into negotiations big and small every day! Our ability to navigate these negotiations is often the deciding factor in us getting what we want or not getting what we want.But just the thought of “entering into a negotiation with someone” can be uncomfortable or even intimidating. We picture ourselves stuck in a win/lose scenario that ends with us being a winner or a loser.My guests today, the legendary Chris Voss and Alex Carter, have a very different view of negotiation. Chris Voss and Alex Carter have spent decades studying human behavior – Chris as an FBI hostage negotiator, and Alex as a negotiation trainer for the United Nations.In this episode, Chris and Alex reframe negotiation as a skill we can use to achieve the best possible outcome for all parties involved. The best part? This skill can be learned, and in today’s episode, Chris and Alex share their best practices for becoming a master negotiator.Let’s meet the guests!Chris Voss is a former FBI international hostage and kidnapping negotiator. He is the CEO & Founder of The Black Swan Group Ltd, a company that teaches negotiation tactics and leadership training to individuals and companies. Chris is the co-author of the Wall Street Journal best-selling book Never Split the Difference.Alex Carter is a professor at Columbia Law School and the director of Columbia Law School’s Mediation Clinic. In 2019, Alex was awarded the Columbia University Presidential Award for Outstanding Teaching. She is also an internationally renowned keynote speaker and negotiation coach, working with Fortune 500 companies, the United Nations, foreign governments, not-for-profit organizations, and more. Alex is the author of the Wall Street Journal Business bestseller, Ask for More.Sponsored by - Athletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.BrandCrowd - Check out brandcrowd.com/yap to learn more, play with the tool for free, and get 73% off your purchase.  Jordan Harbinger - Check out jordanharbinger.com/start for some episode recommendationsMint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to mintmobile.com/yap Native - Go to Nativedeo.com/yap or use promo code YAP at checkout, and get 20% off your first order.Coinbase - For a limited time, new users can get $10 in free Bitcoin when you sign up today at Coinbase.com/YAP  Social Media:Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comMentioned In The Episode:YAP Episode 23: Negotiate Like a Boss with Christopher Voss: https://www.youngandprofiting.com/23-negotiate-like-a-boss-with-christopher-voss/ YAP Episode 86: Negotiate Anything with Alexandra Carter: https://www.youngandprofiting.com/86-negotiate-anything-with-alexandra-carter/ #YAPLive: Negotiate Like A Boss With Chris Voss & Alex Carter (Uncut): https://www.youngandprofiting.com/yaplive-negotiations-mastermind-w-alex-carter-and-chris-voss/Ask for More by Alexandra Carter: https://amz.run/5LYE Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss: https://amz.run/5LYF The Black Swan Group: https://www.blackswanltd.com/home

This week on YAP, we’re chatting with Jonah Berger, NYT best-selling author, full-time professor at Wharton University and a world-renowned expert on change, influence, and consumer behavior. Ever since he was a kid, Jonah had an eye for patterns and data. At age 7, he tested at genius IQ levels, AND he got near-perfect SAT scores in high school. His mathematical, detail-oriented mind makes him exceptionally aware of patterns in human behavior. Jonah is author of three books on psychology and consumer behavior, and two of his books, Contagious and Invisible Influence are New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestsellers. He was named one of the top 30 leaders in business by the American Management Association, and one of the most creative people in business by Fast Company magazine. In this episode, Jonah tells us about how he first became interested in human behavior and what career opportunities are available in this field. We’ll learn why people are not like marbles in the sense that they cannot be forced to change; and why removing key barriers like reactance and endowment is what actually can bring about successful change in people.  If you want to learn the way to change anyone’s mind and more generally bring about change in the world - this episode is for you! Sponsored by - Peloton - Visit onepeloton.com to learn more. Jordan Harbinger - Check out jordanharbinger.com/start for some episode recommendations.Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to mintmobile.com/yapConstant Contact - start your free trial at constantcontact.comWoven Earth - save 20% on your order with code YAP on wovenearth.com/YAP.Social Media:Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comTimestamps:1:21 - How Jonah first gained interested in human behavior, technology, and the relationship between people and technology 3:24 - The types of jobs that are available in the field of psychology, consumerism, and human behavior, and the complexity of that industry 7:11 - Jonah discusses a study he conducted about changing human behavior across multiple industries, and he describes the concept of ‘pushing’ 9:36 - Jonah relates chemical changes to human behavioral changes 12:08 - Jonah explains what makes a good (and bad) negotiator 15:44 - Jonah tells a story about Tide Pods and how Procter & Gamble handled negative press surrounding them 18:56 - He explains why people want control over the products we buy and the choices we make, and how this drives people to deliberately make poor decisions 21:50 - Jonah explains what it was like to release his book at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and his opinions on the way that information and protocols were communicated to the public during the pandemic 24:03 - The importance of giving your customer or client choices, rather than pushing one product, service, or idea 27:37 - jonah explains his strategy, “Ask, don’t tell,” which illustrates the importance of asking questions 32:07 - Jonah explains a successful anti-smoking campaign in Thailand and the science behind it 36:50 - Jonah talks about the “endowment effect” and why people stick with comfortability and familiarity 39:00 - He describes the right way to utilize information in a conversation 41:22 - Jonah explains the ‘uncertainty tax’ 44:32 - Jonah’s advice for becoming more profitable Mentioned In The Episode: Jonah’s Website: https://jonahberger.com/ Jonah’s Books: https://jonahberger.com/books/

Join Hala for a live Young and Profiting Episode with Derrick Kinney on LinkedinLive!Derrick Kinney is the CEO of Good Money Framework, and the host of Good Money Podcast. He has been named a Best-In-State Financial Advisor by Forbes Magazine, and has been featured in several interviews conducted by the Wall Street Journal, CNBC, Fox News, Money Magazine, and multiple primetime shows.Derrick is releasing his book, Good Money Revolution: How to Make More Money and Do More Good on February 22, 2022, which goes over the mindset needed to not only accumulate wealth, but use it to better your own life and the lives of those around you. His book talks about everything from crushing your debt to living in full financial freedom! In this live episode, they will take a look into his new book Good Money Revolution, identify Generosity Purpose, the “why” behind maximizing your wealth, and so much more! If you’re looking to expand your wealth, you won’t want to miss this talk! Sponsored by - Athletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.Brand Crowd - Check out brandcrowd.com/yap to learn more, play with the tool for free, and get 73% off your purchase.Derrick Kinney’s Book for Pre-order - Pre-order Good Money Revolution now on Amazon http://GoodMoneyRevolutionBook.comShopify - Go to shopify.com/profiting, for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify’s entire suite of featuresWoven Earth - Make Woven Earth a part of your night routine and save 20% on your order with code YAP on WovenEarth.com/YAPSocial Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comMentioned In The Episode: Pre-order Good Money Revolution now on Amazon - http://GoodMoneyRevolutionBook.comFollow Derrick on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/derrickkinney/ 

Are you struggling to get everything off your agenda? Does it seem as if it is piling up?If you thought ‘yes’, you’re not alone!  In today’s culture, a lot of us feel the need to always be productive. Constantly needing to check things off our mile-long to-do list gives us a sense of control and accomplishment. But this mindset surrounding productivity can quickly turn into a slippery slope leading to stress and burnout. On today’s YAP Snacks, we’re revisiting all of the best tips about helpful productivity! We have experts like John Lee Dumas, Laura Vanderkam, Steven Kotler, and more to tell us their best action items for better productivity. If you want to learn how to create better to-do lists, change your mindset surrounding time management, and just cultivate less stress in your day to day productivity, this is the perfect YAP snack for you!Sponsored by - Athletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.Brand Crowd - Check out brandcrowd.com/yap to learn more, play with the tool for free, and get 73% off your purchase.Issuu - Sign up for a premium account and get 50% off! Go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code YAPSocial Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com

Burnout is at frighteningly high levels. Learn how to combat it with the practice of groundedness! This week on YAP, we’re chatting with Brad Stulburg, author, coach, and co-creator of The Growth Equation.Brad is the author of two best-selling books: The Practice of Groundedness and Peak Performance. They have sold more than 250,000 copies and have been translated into more than 20 languages.Brad coaches executives, entrepreneurs, athletes on their performance and overall well-being, and also spends his time as a co-creator for The Growth Equation, an online platform dedicated to defining and attaining a more fulfilling and sustainable kind of success. his work has appeared in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Wired, New Yorker, Forbes, GQ, Time, and more.In this episode, Brad tells us how a sudden case of OCD and suicidal thoughts led him to his groundedness work, and mission to help others find more sustainable success.  We’ll learn his six principles of groundedness, drawing from both ancient wisdom and modern science, and how heroic individualism, a popular approach to productivity, leads to unhappiness and burnout. By the end of this episode, you'll know how you can be more grounded and live a happier life where happiness lives inside of you and doesn't wax and wane based on the ups and downs of external success and failure.If you’re feeling burnt out and want to learn a more sustainable approach to success, this episode is one you don't want to miss.Sponsored by - Athletic Greens - Visit athleticgreens.com/YAP and get a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase.BrandCrowd - Check out brandcrowd.com/yap to learn more, play with the tool for free, and get 73% off your purchase.  Peloton - Visit onepeloton.com to learn more. Jordan Harbinger - Check out jordanharbinger.com/start for some episode recommendations. Issuu - Sign up for a premium account and get 50% off! Go to ISSUU.com/podcast and use promo code YAPSocial Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comTimestamps:(00:32) Brad shares a little bit about his background and his career path.(05:00) How he started to think about success differently due to his mental health(12:10) How Brad’s life has changed since being diagnosed with OCD(16:38) Brad shares what kind of research he did for his 6 principles(18:54) Brad explains what’s wrong with “Heroic Individualism” (25:30) What questions can we ask ourselves to see if we’re in this frame of mind(32:22) Brad touches on the second two principles of his book: Presence and Patience(36:39) Brad goes back and touches on the first principle of his book: Acceptance(39:47) How to stay neutral when you’re feeling charged up(41:19) What do we do if we find ourselves resisting or in denial?(42:33) Brad tells us how to shift from being a seeker to a practitioner(48:17) Brad explains the fourth principle and how to stay authentic to your community(53:24) Brad explains the concept of emotional flexibility(55:45) Brad covers the fifth principle of his book: Having a deep sense of community(01:01:41) Brad covers his last and sixth principle: Move your body(01:04:11) Brad explains his “Redwood Tree” analogy(01:06:14) What is one actionable thing we can do today to be more young and profiting?(01:06:58) What is Brad’s secret to profiting in life?Mentioned In The Episode:Brad’s Book: https://amz.run/5IJt 

You can’t love others if you don’t love yourself first! Welcome to YAPfirmations! A new series brought to you by the YAP Media team aimed to help brighten up your days and boost your self-esteem so you can rock and live your best young and profitable life! What is a yapfirmation? it's anything you say to attract a young and profiting lifestyle - so you can be profiting in all aspects of your life: financially, personally, professionally and even in your relationships!Consider this series your positivity boost on demand. Replay this episode anytime you want to reset and get in the right mindset for success! This week our yapffirmation is inspired by Nicole Moore.Nicole is a life coach, podcaster, and celebrity love expert. She helps highly influential people find their soulmates, and uses her growing social media platforms to showcase her views and methods on creating love. She’s been featured on Netflix, Forbes, Money Magazine, People Magazine, and Inc.com.I talked to her in episode #102 about how to navigate relationships, specifically during the COVID-19 pandemic. And as Valentine’s Day quickly approaches, who better to ask about improving your relationships than Nicole? In this yapfirmations episode, we’re going to talk about how to both strengthen your interpersonal relationships, and how to heal from your past ones. After all, it’s hard to find the love you’re looking for without healing from the love that hurt you most. This episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens, Hubspot, BrandCrowd, Real Vision, Blinkist, and Ritual Social Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on ClubHouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.com

Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to hack your brain to be more happy?This week on YAP, we’re chatting with Dr. Rick Hanson. Rick is a psychologist, Senior Fellow of UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center, and New York Times bestselling author of several books, most recently Neurodharma. He has lectured at NASA, Google, Oxford, and Harvard, and taught in meditation centers worldwide. As An expert on positive neuroplasticity, Dr. Hanson's work has been featured on the BBC, CBS, NPR, and other major media outlets. He also founded the Wellspring Institute for Neuroscience and Contemplative Wisdom.As a practicing Buddhist, Dr. Rick integrates the ancient teachings of the Buddha with modern science to explain not only what's happening in your mind, but how to rewire your brain to experience more happiness and positivity.In today’s episode, Rick will walk us through the scientific and spiritual concepts behind his newest book NeuroDharma: New Science, Ancient Wisdom, and Seven Practices of the Highest Happiness. He’ll break down a concept called ‘Monkey Mind’, provide quick hacks to ourselves in stressful situations, and explain the high-science theory of neuroplasticity.  If you’ve ever wondered what makes our brains happy at a scientific level, stay tuned in!Sponsored by - Real Vision - Get a year of Essential membership for only $199 - a 17% discount and less than $17/ month use promo code ESSENTIALPOD at checkout To get started, visit realvision.com/yap  Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to mintmobile.com/yap Constant Contact - To start your free 60 day digital marketing trial today, visit constantcontact.com todayWoven Earth - Make Woven Earth a part of your night routine and save 20% on your order with code YAP20 on WovenEarth.com/YAP Social Media: Follow YAP on IG: www.instagram.com/youngandprofitingReach out to Hala directly at Hala@YoungandProfiting.comFollow Hala on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/Follow Hala on Instagram: www.instagram.com/yapwithhalaFollow Hala on Clubhouse: @halatahaCheck out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: www.youngandprofiting.comTimestamps:(0:00) - Intro(00:52) - Rick’s Childhood/Turning Point in His life at Age 15(3:06) - Starting College at Age 16(4:44) - When He Discovered People Can Be Unhappy(7:17) - How Rick Became A Buddhist(10:15) - What is Neuro Dharma?(14:05) - Why is it important to be in a calm, steady state?(16:11) - Keeping A level Head Amidst Success or Failure(18:46) - What is the Essence Of Awakening?(22:44) - Emotional Intelligence(24:22) - What is Monkey Mind?(27:00) - How does our Brain Influence the Way We React to Our Reality?(31:53) - Quick Hacks to To Calm Ourselves(33:15) - What is Neuroplasticity? (36:53) - How Meditation Changes the Brain(40:00) - Rick Explains what ‘Add-On Suffering’ Is(43:10) - How to Counteract Neuroplasticity. (47:30) - The Seven Ways of Being(55:34) - Where to Find Nheurodharma(56:46) - Rick’s Five Minute Challenge for Growth and Healing(1:00:00) - Rick’s Secret to Profiting in Life(1:02:05) - Where to Learn More About RickMentioned In The Episode:Rick's Website - https://www.rickhanson.net/Being Well Podcast - https://www.rickhanson.net/being-well-podcast/Rick's Books - https://www.rickhanson.net/books/