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How can we best look after ourselves when we're sad? We find out on this episode with journalist Helen Russell, who is the bestselling author of two previous books on happiness. Her latest book explores how and why we could all benefit from learning the art of sadness. It reveals her own experiences with sadness and discusses the latest scientific thinking on the topic. The book is called, "HOW TO BE SAD: Everything I’ve Learned About Getting Happier by Being Sad". Her website is helenrussell.co.uk

Joining us on this episode is Bob Sutton, the New York Times best-selling author of "The Asshole Survival Guide: How to Deal With People Who Treat You Like Dirt". He is also  Professor of Management Science and Engineering and Professor of Organizational Behavior at Stanford University.  His website is https://www.bobsutton.net/

If you've experienced the death of a family member or close friend, you know how painful it can be and may wonder if the pain of that loss will ever end. Our guest on this episode, writer Marisa Renee Lee, is the author of a new book on grief that's generating rave reviews from many people, including us. In her book, Marisa writes very eloquently about the losses she's experienced, the death of her mother, the loss of a pregnancy, and the recent passing of a cousin. Her new book is called "Grief is Love: Living with Loss." Ritual’s "Essential for Women 18+" is one of the few women’s multi-vitamins that’s USP verified, meaning what’s on the label is what’s in the formula.  It’s also soy-free, gluten-free, vegan-friendly and formulated without GMO’s.  Ritual’s "Essential for Women 18+" is a multi-vitamin you can actually trust. The minty essence in every bottle helps make taking your multi-vitamins enjoyable every day.  Ritual is offering our listeners 20% off during your first month!  Visit ritual.com/NTM to start Ritual or add "Essential for Women 18+" to your subscription today!  

Friendship is once again the topic in the second part of our interview with psychotherapist Diane Barth.  This time, we focus on anger, betrayal and competition in friendships. Diane is the author of “I Know How You Feel: The Joy and Heartbreak of Friendship in Women's Lives”. She writes the blog, 'Off the Couch' for “Psychology Today”. You can learn more about Diane on her website at https://www.dianebarth.net.

Friendship is the topic as we talk with Diane Barth, psychotherapist and author of 'I Know How You Feel: The Joy and Heartbreak of Friendship in Women's Lives'.  Her articles have been published in the Clinical Social Work Journal, Psychoanalytic Dialogues, Psychoanalytic Psychology, and other professional journals.  You can learn more about Diane on her website at https://www.dianebarth.net.   Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business. With Shopify, you’ll create an online store, discover new customers, and grow the following that keeps them coming back. Shopify makes getting paid simple, by instantly accepting every type of payment. With Shopify’s single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere. Shopify’s award-winning help is there to support your success every step of the way. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/nobody.

On this episode, we’re talking about how to speak, how to listen and why we should polish our skills at both of those things.  We’re also going to explore the impact sound in general has on our lives.  Our guest is sound and communication expert Julian Treasure, whose latest book is called, "How to Be Heard:  Secrets for Powerful Speaking and Listening".   His five TED talks have been watched more than 100 million times!  His website is https://www.juliantreasure.com/   Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business. With Shopify, you’ll create an online store, discover new customers, and grow the following that keeps them coming back. Shopify makes getting paid simple, by instantly accepting every type of payment. With Shopify’s single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere. Shopify’s award-winning help is there to support your success every step of the way. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/nobody.

Mastin Kipp is a best-selling author, speaker, and creator of Functional Life Coaching, a personal development company for people who are seeking rapid transformation in their lives.  He believes the only thing stopping people from success is their unresolved emotional traumas.  In this conversation, we talk about how to make sense of senseless tragedies, how crisis can lead to opportunity if we find meaning in it; productive ways to deal with anger, resentment, and regret; the importance of changing habits, and so much more. Mastin is the author of, "Claim Your Power:  A 40-Day Journey to Dissolve the Hidden Blocks that Keep You Stuck and Finally Thrive in Your Life’s Unique Purpose".  You can learn more about him at http://www.mastinkipp.com. Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business. With Shopify, you’ll create an online store, discover new customers, and grow the following that keeps them coming back. Shopify makes getting paid simple, by instantly accepting every type of payment. With Shopify’s single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere. Shopify’s award-winning help is there to support your success every step of the way. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/nobody.

In this episode, we talk to Columbia Law School professor Elizabeth Emens about the disproportionate way couples split up life administrative work.  She explains her research methods, the "sticky" nature of this type of work, and why it's often better to revert to paper and pen rather than a to-do list on your phone.  Later, we find out strategies on asking your partner for help.  Her new book is called 'Life Admin: How I Learned to Do Less, Do Better, and Live More'. Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business. With Shopify, you’ll create an online store, discover new customers, and grow the following that keeps them coming back. Shopify makes getting paid simple, by instantly accepting every type of payment. With Shopify’s single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere. Shopify’s award-winning help is there to support your success every step of the way. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/nobody.

Explore how the pandemic forced organizations to adapt new ways of operating and find out what's ahead.  Joining us is Keith Ferrazzi, the internationally renowned thought leader, entrepreneur, consultant, and best-selling author of "Never Eat Alone", and "Who’s Got Your Back?". Keith’s newest book is called, "Competing in the New World of Work”. His website is https://www.keithferrazzi.com/   Shopify is the all-in-one commerce platform that makes it simple for anyone to start, run and grow your own successful business. With Shopify, you’ll create an online store, discover new customers, and grow the following that keeps them coming back. Shopify makes getting paid simple, by instantly accepting every type of payment. With Shopify’s single dashboard, you can manage orders, shipping and payments from anywhere. Shopify’s award-winning help is there to support your success every step of the way. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at Shopify.com/nobody.

Hear what makes some people achieve impressive success, even though no one thought they would.  Our guest is Todd Rose, co-author of the book, “Dark Horse:  Achieving Success Through the Pursuit of Fulfillment”.  Todd is the co-founder and president of Populace, a think tank committed to ensuring that all people have the opportunity to pursue fulfilling lives in a thriving society.  His website is www.toddrose.com