Everyday Better with Leah Smart

April Rinne is a futurist, author, and change navigator. She is a world economic correspondent, a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum, and was ranked one of the top 50 leading female futurists in the world by Forbes. April helps individuals and organizations navigate change and uncertainty, and she is the author of the book "Flux."April joins Leah Smart live from Linkedin’s Talent Connect to discuss how to navigate uncertainty and live with more ease. She shares how her personal story of loss, and love for language and culture shaped her work in helping others handle the unknown. April encourages us to see ourselves and the world differently by embracing uncertainty and choosing optimism.Follow Leah Smart on LinkedinFollow April Rinne on LinkedInLearn more about April RinneGet April's Book "Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change."

Renowned Harvard professor and psychologist Ellen Langer discusses the power of mindfulness. Mindfulness can improve our health, enliven our brains, reverse signs of aging, and embrace uncertainty. Langer believes that practicing mindfulness can cure our ills and lead to a more mindful and nurturing world.

Guest Kat Cole, President and COO of Athletic Greens, shares insights on navigating major decisions, emphasizing the importance of intuition, tough moments, and open communication. They also discuss the challenges of maintaining health and introduce Athletic Greens as a solution. Reflect on powerful statements that can change perspective.

Nedra Tawwab, New York Times bestselling author of Set Boundaries, Find Peace, and relationship therapist joins Leah Smart to talk about why boundary expectations and needs help you feel safe and comfortable in your relationship. Nedra’s philosophy is that a lack of boundaries and assertiveness underlies most relationship issues. You'll hear how freedom is on the other side of healthy boundaries, what might be stopping you from setting them, and the practical steps to doing so in all of your relationships.Follow Leah Smart on LinkedinFollow Nedra Tawwab on Instagram

Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki shares practical tools to leverage everyday anxiety, highlighting its evolutionary purpose. She discusses managing intrusive thoughts, deep breaths, and tea meditation. The positive effects of exercise on mental health, including decreased anxiety and improved mood, are explored. Personal experiences with anxiety and self-experimentation are discussed, along with the connection between anxiety, grief, and our values.

Bobby Berk, design guru from 'Queer Eye' and author of 'Right at Home: How Good Design is Good for the Mind,' shares tips on designing a home that recharges you. They discuss the impact of design on mental wellness, the connection between organization and relationships, and how to create functional spaces that fuel positivity and support.

Everyday Better is your essential podcast for leveling up in personal development, life, and career success. Hosted by Leah Smart, an educator in self-improvement and positive psychology, this podcast offers transformative conversations with influential experts, real-life success stories, actionable insights, and research-backed tips.Elevate your mindset, gain clarity, and unlock your potential as you journey toward becoming 'Everyday Better.' Whether you're at a crossroads or simply seeking more daily clarity, every episode leaves you inspired, empowered, and ready for more.Find new episodes of Everyday Better, right here, every Tuesday.Follow Leah Smart on LinkedIn

Leah Smart interviews Amy Chan, creator of the breakup bootcamp, discussing the science behind heartbreak, healing, and empowerment. They explore reframing one's story, the importance of community support, and using heartbreak as a catalyst for personal growth. They also delve into the concept of attractions of deprivation, conscious effort in relationships, and embracing sadness for resilience.

Leah Smart discusses finding purpose with Tim Tamashiro, author of 'How to Ikigai'. They explore uncovering our life purpose, the importance of depth and intrinsic value, challenges in self-discovery, discovering passions and interests, equiluminance and its impact on our lives, and finding purpose and self-worth.

World-renowned teacher and student in the field of happiness studies, Tal Ben-Shahar, taught the largest course at Harvard on "Positive Psychology", and authored Happier, No Matter What: Cultivating Hope, Resilience, and Purpose in Hard Times. He joins Leah Smart to examine how we can stay motivated, what to know about growing after trauma, and how his SPIRE method can help us achieve happiness in our day to day life.Follow Leah on LinkedinFollow Tal Ben-Shahar on Linkedin