One of the things that brings us both lots of joy and happiness is our families. So we thought we’d do a 2-part series called “Meet the Husbands” so you can gain a little more insight into our family life. In this episode we’ll start with Michael Flanagan, Sarah’s brother and Tess’ husband.
Main points about what we discussed in this episode:
Happiness can mean lots of different things and is a spectrum: spending time with people, spending time in nature, being at ease, relaxing, doing things you love, etc.
Happiness changes over the course of our lives and that’s a good thing!
It’s important to take time for yourself, even if it’s just 5 minutes, even if you identify as an extroverted person. Our social bucket sometimes needs the tap to be opened.
Playing games and being silly can bring lots of happiness, no matter what your age.
Taking a step away from whatever is making you feel overwhelmed and bringing your focus fully onto something that brings you ease and support can be very beneficial to releasing tension and stress and clearing your senses.
Use mindfulness techniques like mental titration to remind yourself you are safe in the present moment to release pent up stress and anxiety
This week’s Happy Edit Tool: Find one small thing, small gesture, every day that you enjoy and brings you joy and go and do it.
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About our Guest:
Michael Flanagan is a professional actor and beer brewer. He has worked in most mediums of acting including, music videos, voice work and films but his main area of work has always been the theatre. And a little over 10 years ago he moved to Spain where he has worked for an educational touring theatre company, Moving On Theatre Co, ever since.
Learn more about Michael’s brewery he started with three other friends: Green Mountain Brewing (formerly known as DelNorte)
About the Hosts:
Tess Jewell-Larsen, E-RYT 200, RPYT, C-IAYT candidate, is a Stress & Burnout coach who empowers women professionals, small business owners and high-achievers to leave burnout and stress in the ashes while they achieve balance, clarity, and creativity in their work and daily life.
For a Free 1:1 Burnout Breakthrough session book here: https://tessjewelllarsen.coach/
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Sarah Finnegan, MBACP (Accred), Dip Couns, PgDip CBT, PgDip SFP, is a qualified person centred counsellor, cognitive behavioural therapist and systemic family practitioner. Sarah offers short and long therapy to individuals, couples, families and groups in a safe and confidential environment.
Connect with Sarah through the Counselling Directory or the BACP Directory
The Happy Edit Podcast is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional therapy or medical advice. If you are experiencing serious mental health concerns or considering self-harm, please seek help from your primary healthcare provider or call your local emergency services immediately. For global suicide hotlines, please click here
