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Travis Makes MoneyMake Money by Being Kind | Dr. Elia GourgourisDr. Elia Gourgouris—known as America’s Happiness Doctor—is a positive psychology expert, executive coach, and bestselling author of Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness. Through his books, keynotes, and coaching, Dr. Elia has helped hundreds of thousands of people achieve happiness and success in their personal and professional lives. He’s also the founder of The Kindness Factor International, a movement and soon-to-be film inspiring global acts of kindness.
On this episode we talk about:
Dr. Elia’s journey from driving a taxi to pay for college to becoming a leading happiness expert
The diffe...2025-07-1030 minTravis Makes MoneyMake Money by Being Kind | Dr. Elia GourgourisDr. Elia Gourgouris—known as America’s Happiness Doctor—is a positive psychology expert, executive coach, and bestselling author of Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness. Through his books, keynotes, and coaching, Dr. Elia has helped hundreds of thousands of people achieve happiness and success in their personal and professional lives. He’s also the founder of The Kindness Factor International, a movement and soon-to-be film inspiring global acts of kindness.
On this episode we talk about:
Dr. Elia’s journey from driving a taxi to pay for college to becoming a leading happiness expert
The diffe...2025-07-1030 min
The Insurance Perspectives PodcastNavigating Conflict Pt. 2 with Elia Gourgouris Ph.D.In this episode of the Insurance Perspectives Podcast, we share Elia Gourgouris's presentation on navigating conflict from the 2025 HawkSoft User Group National Conference, #HUGatSea. Elia emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, adaptability, and kindness in resolving conflicts. By identifying whether we fall into victim, critic, bystander, or navigator roles, we can better manage our responses to challenges. He encourages listeners to embrace challenges, practice gratitude, and foster a safe environment for open communication within teams.TakeawaysEmbrace challenges and understand that we have a choice.Identify your default personality type when facing conflict.Flexibility and adaptability are...2025-05-2728 min
The Insurance Perspectives PodcastNavigating Conflict Pt. 1 with Elia Gourgouris Ph.D.In this episode of the Insurance Perspectives podcast, Kenny Hendricks sits down with Elia Gourgouris to discuss the complexities of workplace conflict and resolution. He emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in leadership, the necessity of clear communication, and the role of curiosity in understanding differing perspectives. The conversation also touches on the challenges of family dynamics in business and the need for boundaries to maintain professionalism.TakeawaysConflict is part of human nature and inevitable in the workplace.Vulnerability in leadership fosters connection and trust among team members.Clear communication is essential to avoid misunderstandings and...2025-05-2026 min
Sparks of Gratitude44. Psychologist Teaches 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness - Dr. Elia GourgourisSend us a textDr. Elia Gourgouris is a psychologist, bestselling author, and president of The Happiness Center, which is dedicated to fostering personal success and happiness. He is the author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness and co-author of 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis. Dr. Elia is a sought-after speaker on mental health, resilience, and positive leadership. Born in Athens, Greece, he now inspires global audiences with his expertise in Positive Psychology and his passion for building a better, kinder world.In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits...2025-01-2753 min
Flow with Hannah Power31 | The secret to happiness with Dr. Elia GourgourisIn this week’s episode, I’m joined by America’s Happiness Doctor, the brilliant Dr. Elia Gourgouris—a psychologist, best-selling author, and President of The Happiness Center. In our discussion, Dr. Elia shares practical, evidence-based strategies from his best-selling book "7 Paths to Lasting Happiness" to help you uncover what happiness really means and how to achieve it. We also dive into insights from his book "7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis", where he reveals the four personality types in a crisis and how understanding them can help us respond better to life’s toughest moments. In this ep...2025-01-2038 min
The Project 55 Podcast7 Paths to Happiness - An Interview with Dr. Elia GourgourisIn this enlightening conversation, Dr. Elia Gourgouris shares his journey from a clinical psychologist to a life coach, emphasizing the importance of mental health and happiness. He discusses the significance of listening to one's intuition, overcoming adversity, and the necessity of self-care. Dr. Gourgouris highlights the need for flexibility and adaptability in navigating life's challenges, especially in the context of social media's impact on perspective. He also delves into the concepts of self-forgiveness and personal responsibility, providing valuable insights for achieving a fulfilling life. In this conversation, Dr. Elia Gourgouris shares profound insights on personal growth, the importance of...2025-01-1747 min
THE FYX with Krysta HuberTHE FYX 178: Finding Your Happy: Learning to Put Yourself First with Dr. Elia GourgourisAre you constantly putting everyone else's needs before your own? Join us for an enlightening conversation with happiness expert Dr. Elia Gourgouris as we explore the power of self-care, setting boundaries, and rewriting the stories that keep us stuck. In this episode we discuss:
• Why self-care isn't selfish - it's essential for showing up fully in all areas of life
• How to set loving but firm boundaries with toxic relationships
• The connection between inner work and sustainable weight loss
• Breaking free from the "when" mindset and choosing happiness now
The Path to Happiness
- Happiness is a choice we can make...2024-11-141h 07
The PlaybookFinding Meaning in Every Detour with Dr. Elia GourgourisIn today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, America’s Happiness Doctor, to explore how divine direction, detours, and timing shape our lives. We discuss the journey from living in the world of “not enough” to “just enough” and ultimately to “more than enough.” I share the powerful lessons learned from losing over $100 million, embracing failure as a divine detour, and finding meaning in every outcome—both good and bad. Dr. Gourgouris and I talk about the importance of living in alignment with our heartset, enjoying the consistent pursuit of our potential, and the ultimate goal of helping others fi2024-11-0224 min
The Playbook With David MeltzerFinding Meaning in Every Detour with Dr. Elia GourgourisIn today’s episode, I’m joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, America’s Happiness Doctor, to explore how divine direction, detours, and timing shape our lives. We discuss the journey from living in the world of “not enough” to “just enough” and ultimately to “more than enough.” I share the powerful lessons learned from losing over $100 million, embracing failure as a divine detour, and finding meaning in every outcome—both good and bad. Dr. Gourgouris and I talk about the importance of living in alignment with our heartset, enjoying the consistent pursuit of our potential, and the ultimate goal of helping others fi2024-11-0223 min
Mirror Talk: Soulful ConversationsUnlocking Lasting Happiness: 7 Paths to Joy, Emotional Intelligence, and Thriving Through Crisis with Dr. Elia GourgourisIn this episode, Tobi interviews Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a bestselling author and happiness expert. They discuss Dr. Gourgouris' experience migrating from Greece to the US and the importance of embracing different cultures. They also explore the concept of happiness and how to navigate challenges in life.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Migration Experience
05:38 The Core of Happiness: Family and Impact
09:16 The Four Personality Types in Facing Challenges
12:20 Choosing to be a Navigator in Life
14:20 Finding Growth and Empathy in Adversity
21:55 The P...2024-10-1041 min
The Kindness Factor PodcastEpisode 28 - Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, The Richest Man in the WorldSend us a textLooking for a positive uplift? Well you've found it!What do you get when you cross a greek, a big heart, a huge smile, the ability to swim like a fish, and a natural ability for hospitality?Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor (Also known as the "Happy Greek").It was my honor this week to have the wonderful opportunity to interview my amazing co-Host Dr. Eia Gougouris. If you don't know Elia, now is your chance to get a glimpse into the life of a p...2024-09-1834 min
The Happiness Squad Podcast with Ashish KothariReclaiming Your Life by Choosing Happiness with Dr. Elia GourgourisLife’s challenges are inevitable. The stress and setbacks are part of the deal. But while you can’t always control what happens to you, you can always control how you respond; you can always CHOOSE HAPPINESS! However, choosing happiness isn’t always easy. It takes effort, intention, and courage, especially when the going gets tough. But making that choice can help you reclaim your life and find peace amidst the chaos.In this episode of the HAPPINESS SQUAD Podcast, Ashish Kothari and Dr. Elia Gourgouris, America’s Happiness Doctor, dive deep into what...2024-09-1744 min
Causes or CuresFinding Lasting Happiness: Practical Tips with Dr. Elia GourgourisSend us a textIn this episode of Causes or Cures, Dr. Eeks chats with America's Happiness Doctor, Dr. Elia Gourgouris, about practical steps people can take to achieve lasting happiness. Dr. Gourgouris breaks down the definition of happiness and shares how we can leverage it in our daily lives, at work, in relationships, and even during times of crisis. He also explores its connections to positive psychology, fear, and forgiveness.Dr. Elia Gourgouris, PhD, is a best-selling author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness and 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide...2024-09-161h 08
Oh, My Health...There Is Hope!Finding Lasting Happiness: Insights from America's Happiness Doctor, Dr. Elia GourgourisPrioritizing self-care is essential for overall well-being and can lead to a healthier, happier life in the long run. Dr. Elia Gourgouris Dr. Elia Gourgouris, also known as America's Happiness Doctor, is the president of the Happiness Center and the founding partner of the Global Institute of Thought Leadership. With a background in positive psychology, he is an international keynote speaker focusing on happiness, corporate wellness, and mental health. Dr. Gourgouris is the author of the bestseller "Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness" and the co-author of "Seven Keys to Navigating a Crisis." He is also t...2024-08-2130 min
The High Vibe Life PodcastRedefine Your Story: The Path to Lasting Happiness with Dr. Elia GourgourisWhat if you had the power to change your identity and create a life filled with true happiness? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, president of The Happiness Center and an expert in Positive Psychology, to explore how you can transform your personal "brand" and rewrite your life's story. You will walk away with the exact steps to cultivate lasting happiness in your own life. Dr. Elia Gourgouris' website https://www.dreliagourgouris.com/ Buy His Books here https://www.dreliagourgouris.com/author/ Follow him on instagram https://www.instagram.com/dr.eliag/2024-08-1955 min
The Wellness Effect (A Lifestyle U Podcast)The Happiness Doctor: Cultivating Joy through Self-Forgiveness, Boundaries, and Personal Branding with Dr. Elia GourgourisHave you ever wondered about the impact of our early life experiences on our happiness? Today, I’m thrilled to bring you an inspiring episode featuring Dr. Elia, also known as America's Happiness doctor. In this episode, we explore Dr. Elia's journey to becoming a leading expert in happiness, discuss the importance of personal branding, and dived into the transformative power of self-forgiveness, gratitude, and setting boundaries. Dr. Elia shares touching stories of resilience, and provides actionable steps towards self-forgiveness and better mental health. We also dive into the importance of setting healthy boundaries, kindness, an...2024-07-3141 min
The Mindful ExperimentEP#514 - The Four Ways of a Reaction to Challenges with Special Guest: Dr. Elia Gourgouris Do us a huge favor at The Mindful Experiment. Subscribe, share and write us a review to help this movement we are creating to help individuals level up their consciousness, play bigger in this game called, “LIFE,” and remember the greatness that resides within you.Want to learn the art of Manifesting Abundance through a scientific approach of quantum physics: https://drvic.systeme.io/manifesting-abundance-ebookCheck out Dr. Vic’s Decode Your Matrix - Online Course on how to get unprogrammed and start creating the path of what you desire...2024-07-0325 min
The Mindful Experiment PodcastEP#514 - The Four Ways of a Reaction to Challenges with Special Guest: Dr. Elia GourgourisDo us a huge favor at The Mindful Experiment. Subscribe, share and write us a review to help this movement we are creating to help individuals level up their consciousness, play bigger in this game called, “LIFE,” and remember the greatness that resides within you.Want to learn the art of Manifesting Abundance through a scientific approach of quantum physics: https://drvic.systeme.io/manifesting-abundance-ebookCheck out Dr. Vic’s Decode Your Matrix - Online Course on how to get unprogrammed and start creating the path of what you desire and much more: https...2024-07-0325 min
The Joel Evan ShowThe Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness - Dr.Elia Gourgouris : 312"Happiness is a choice, but it's also a skill set."
Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a psychologist and happiness expert, discusses the seven paths to lasting happiness and how to navigate challenges in life. He shares his personal journey of burnout and the importance of self-care. Dr. Gourgouris emphasizes that happiness is a choice and a skill set that can be developed through consistent actions. He encourages listeners to listen to their inner voice, practice gratitude, take action, and extend kindness to others. By adopting the mindset of a navigator, individuals can overcome obstacles and find...2024-06-2750 min
Judging MeghanUnlocking Happiness: A Guide to Navigating Crisis with Author, Coach, and Speaker Dr. Elia GourgourisThis episode I’m joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a coach, author, and speaker on happiness and well-being. In this episode, we explore the power of personal branding and how it affects women's lives. Learn about the detrimental self-labels many women face and how to redefine your brand through personal anecdotes and professional insights. We touch on the importance of mental health, the challenges of high-stress professions, and the transformative power of gratitude and spirituality.In this episode, Dr. Elia Gourgouris also shares profound insights on navigating life's challenges with gratitude and forgiveness, drawing inspiration from figures li...2024-06-2557 min
Good Mood RevolutionThe Power of Positivity: Essential Strategies to Love Your Life with Dr. Elia GourgourisDo you want to feel happier, even while facing challenges? In this episode, Matt O’Neill sits down with world-renowned happiness expert Dr. Elia Gourgouris who shares research-backed strategies for cultivating more joy even when facing adversity.
From increasing self-care and gratitude to identifying your challenge-response style and eliminating toxic influences, Elia offers simple habits you can implement today. Happiness is a choice - let Matt and Elia help you make the happy choice today.
Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:
Self-care is non-negotiable for happiness
Four personality types f...2024-06-1034 min
Life Without Secrets with Jillian RiddellStrategies for Happiness and Resilience with Dr. Elia GourgourisToday on Life Without Secrets, host Jillian Riddell welcomes Dr. Elia Gourgouris, a leading expert in positive psychology and the president of the Happiness Center. Dr. Elia, a best-selling author, shares essential strategies from his acclaimed works, including Seven Keys to Navigating a Crisis. Gain practical tips to manage unexpected challenges and enhance your capacity for joy even in tough times. Tune in to transform how you face adversity and embrace happiness on a deeper level.“There's no greater gift you can give yourself than to forgive yourself." Highlights:[00:05:11] Emotional wellness dur...2024-05-2254 min
Limitless Healing with Colette Brown138. Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness DoctorIn this episode Colette sits down with Dr. Elia Gourgouris who shares his incredible gift of teaching the power of kindness.Dr. Elia is the president of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology dedicated to creating personal success and happiness. He is also Founding Partner at The Global Institute of Thought Leadership, an organization of bestselling authors, world-renowned speakers, industry experts and pioneering thinkers who all share a common goal: Changing the world of ideas.He is the author of the #1 best-selling Amazon book, 7 Paths to Lasting...2024-04-3044 min
Hungry for More : an Epicurean's DilemmaDr. Elia Gourgouris on Greece, manifesting your best life, and kindnessHe's back! Dr. Elia Gourgouris, or The Happiness Doctor first chatted with Trish smack dab in the middle of a pandemic and it was a lot about how to nagivate a crisis. It's Episode 106 if you want to take a listen. This time around, they catch up on what Elia has been up to, which includes long trips to Greece and something really special in the works. This Happiness Doc explains the best ways to manifest your best life, how to be happy, and why a lot of it comes down to kindness.2024-04-0452 min
Gutsy Health | Nutrition and MedicineRaising Our Sons to Become Divine Masculine Men with Dr. Elia Gourgouris and Ryan Grover“The best way to raise resilient children is to be the safe space where they can express every emotion freely, knowing they are loved no matter what.”Do you dread the day your bubbly boy stops expressing his feelings?Unfortunately, society often pressures boys to adhere to rigid rules of masculinity - suppress emotions and avoid sensitivity. This promotes anger, anxiety, and isolation instead of authentic self-expression.Our children deserve the chance to develop into their most wholehearted selves, don't they?What if we parented to encourage ongoing emotional openness? What if s...2024-03-051h 13
Let's Go Win PodcastLet's Go Win at Being Happy with Dr. Elia GourgourisEpisode #235: "Happiness is the meaning and the purpose of life, the whole aim and end of human existence". Aristotle penned that quote over 2000 years ago and it's still so applicable today. Dr. Elia Grourgouris is also of Greek ancestry and is helping people around the globe live their best lives and find true happiness daily. In this episode we touched on the Aristotle quote, talked about the 4 Personality types when dealing with life's challenges, and Dr Elia gave tangible tips that anyone can use to increase their happiness. Dr. Elia shares so many incredible stories and one...2022-09-2248 min
Soul Kitchen with Jasper Mutsaerts16 // Dr. Elia Gourgouris on Living a happy lifeWelcome to the Soul Kitchen!The place where Visions come alive. We offer podcast, events, retreats and co-living.Feel welcome to follow our Instagram page and to become a Member of the Soul Kitchen Familia :)Pura vida,JasperWhat you will learn:// Why is happiness a choice and a skillset that can be learned?// How can you manifest your dreams and a happy life?// What has Dr. Elia Gourgouris learned from losing his mother at age 22?Key highlights:2022-08-221h 43
Rise By Lifting OthersElia Gourgouris | Becoming the Happiness DoctorHow to help a friend in need. How to make the most of your world turning upside down. Elia’s surprisingly simple approach to counseling clients who had lost hope. Starting a private practice vs working for an organization. When is too much too much? Striking balance between passion and family. Working hard when money isn’t a problem. We get the pleasure of hearing from the Happiness Doctor himself, Elia Gourgouris and how he got to where he is today.“Every human being has his sphere of influence, however large, or small o...2022-02-1154 min
The Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 26 - Jane M. Powers - Revealing the Missing Peace: How to Rise Above Adversity and ThriveWARNING: This episode contains mature subjects (sexual abuse, addiction). If those things trigger you into depression or other challenges, use caution if listening.Life's university of adversity often serves up some pretty rough courses. We've all had them to varying degrees. Jane M Powers been through some horrific hardships, yet she has managed to find her way forward, rise above, and overcome.Jane is one of the most resilient, beautiful people we've had the chance to interview. It was a thrill for me, Randy MCNEELY - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D...2021-12-2942 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 24 - Russ Johns - You Have Gift’s Worth Sharing – Lets Work Together and Make It Matter!Is it possible to find a kind pirate? I'll admit that putting pirate and kind in the same sentence seems like a bit of an oxymoron.But, the fact of the matter is, you can find kind pirates in this world today and Russ Johns is the king of kind Pirates!What a pleasure it was for me Randy MCNEELY - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor, to sit down with the amazing Russ Johns and be totally inspired by a plethora of wisdom bombs! The attached PDF is...2021-12-1636 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionFIRED UP AND READY TO PASS ON THE PASSIONWhat a thrill for me, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor - to bring you an interview with an amazing, hard working, life living and loving, dream making, servant leader - Amadou Diallo.I can promise you that thirty-five minutes of your time to listen to this podcast will be 35 minutes well spent.In that time you will get answers to the following questions and much more:How can we fire up the passion in our lives on a daily basis - personally and professionally?2021-12-0837 min
The Indispensable ConversationElia Gourgouris: Should Happy Be The Goal?Why do we still feel empty, when we live in abundance?
Why is depression on the increase, when we are awash with information on how to be happy?
A new happiness industry has been sprouting fast to keep up with consumers’ insatiable demand for programs and prescriptions on how to experience authentic, ultimate, and lasting happiness, is it possible that the present happiness craze may be partially responsible for our unhappiness?
"Should Happy Be The Goal?" is the question that I ask my guest Elia Gourgouris, Ph.D. in this episode of The In...2021-11-1531 min
Kindness Think TankEP37: Kind Reality with Dr. Elia GourgourisThis week, we're heading over to Denver, CO to catch up with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, best known internationally as 'The Happiness Doctor'.He talks with me about the power of the personal 'brands" we inherit or adopt, the impact of social media on self worth, the magic of being real, the kindness-happiness connection and the projects he has underway to change TV and challenge Facebook.Dr. Elia Gourgouris is the president of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology dedicated to creating personal success and happiness. He is...2021-11-1445 minKindness Think TankEP37: Kind Reality with Dr. Elia GourgourisThis week, we're heading over to Denver, CO to catch up with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, best known internationally as 'The Happiness Doctor'. He talks with me about the power of the personal 'brands" we inherit or adopt, the impact of social media on self worth, the magic of being real, the kindness-happiness connection and the projects he has underway to change TV and challenge Facebook.Dr. Elia Gourgouris is the president of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology dedicated to creating...2021-11-1444 min
Husband in LawFinding Happiness with Elia GourgourisThis week we interview a blast from our past, Dr. Elia Gourgouris. If you want to find more happiness in your life, this episode is for you!Dr. Elia Gourgouris is the president of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology dedicated to creating personal success and happiness. He is also Founding Partner at The Global Institute of Thought Leadership, an organization that brings together bestselling authors, world-renowned speakers, industry experts and pioneering thinkers who all share a common goal: Changing the world of ideas.Dr. Elia is...2021-10-1347 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 21 - Phil Pelucha Billionaires in Boxers – More Leads, More Sales, More Fun through Positive Strategic Alliances Using Podcasting and MediaYOU WANT TO LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE!What a thrill to have Phil Pelucha on with myself, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor! Phil is the Chief Influence Architect at Billionaires in Boxers - Helping people build global empires from his home where he rarely, as he says, puts pants on! Phil is the king of "PITCH SLAP" MARKETING - Yes that is the phrase - with a "P" "PITCH SLAP" Well what the heck is that? In a nutshell - It's your 30 second hook to reel your...2021-09-2336 min
The Happy Engineer | Career Success for Engineering Leadership012: The 7 Skills of Lasting Happiness with "The Happiness Doctor" Elia GourgourisIs it true that happiness is a choice? How were you branded as a baby, and how has that affected you? What is the difference between work/life balance and work/life integration? In this episode, you are going to the doctor. The Happiness Doctor! Dr. Elia Gourgouris has been helping thousands of leaders to achieve deep and lasting fulfillment for the past 25 years. Dr. Elia is a coach, speaker, and author of the #1 Best Seller, “7 Paths to Lasting Happiness.” He is about to challenge your beliefs about what it takes to be...2021-09-161h 01The Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEPISODE 19 - RAJ JANA - LIFE, DEATH AND HAPPINESS - THE POWER TO CARRY ONThis episode is dedicated to Dr. Mike Thomson and Tristan Roney - two men who blessed the lives of all who knew them. They both passed away the week before this was recorded.Dr. Mike was going to be our guest. Raj Jana was kind enough to step up and step in to talk with us, even as both he and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. were grieving Tristan's loss.RAJ JANA - Is the CEO and founder of Stay Grounded Media, JavaPress Coffee, and several other businesses. He's a high impact investor on a mission...2021-09-0240 min
The Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 17 - Nicole P. Jones - Bringing Value to My Clients and Coaching Them to Continuous SuccessNicole P. Jones life motto - "Help where and when I can, because I can."SHE LIVES UP TO IT EVERY DAY!As a coach, mother, friend, and advisor, with over 20 years of experience in the corporate world - Nicole brings value to everyone she meets!What an honor to have this inspiring lady join me, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. Be prepared to listen with pen and paper in hand as she drops a dozen or more wisdom bombs from beginning to end!You...2021-08-1941 min
Stay Grounded with Raj Jana181. Dr. Elia Gourgouris: Choosing A Life Of Happiness, Gratitude, & Self-Love“There is a fundamental and universal... almost like a human right, for us to be happy.” If you ask parents around the world what they most want for their kids, most will answer happiness. You could say that happiness is the core aim of the human experience.So why do so many people struggle to experience one of the feelings we crave the most? This episode’s guest is Dr. Elia Gourgouris who’s a keynote speaker, author, and president of The Happiness Center - an organization of world-leading experts in the fie...2021-05-2454 min
Unlabeled Leadership055: Elia Gourgouris Leverages Nonnegotiable Habits for HappinessI invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 55, Elia Gourgouris talks about, when at the age of five, his grandfather explained something that affected his life. He shares a coaching experience that illustrates how he elevated a team’s performance. He then advises how we can strengthen how we develop ourselves.
00:00 Prologue
Elia believes that happiness is a choice, which he adopted as his motto. As a leadership consultant, President of The Happiness Center, writer of more than 100 articles in the Huffington Post and Thrive Gl...2021-05-1122 min
The Success SHIFTChoose Happiness with Dr. Elia GourgourisHow well do you take care of yourself? Do you put your happiness on the back burner, or push it off to “someday”? Do you settle for making everyone around you happy while you neglect your own happiness along with your purpose and self-worth? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, author of the number one bestseller: “7 Paths to Lasting Happiness”. Dr. Elia founded The Happiness Center and is committed to helping individuals achieve happiness, success, and wellness. Today, we dive into our “branding”, and how from birth we are programmed to believe thin...2021-05-0446 min
Partnering Leadership16 The why and how of leadership happiness with Dr. Elia Gourgouris | Partnering Leadership Global Thought LeaderIn this episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli speaks with Dr. Elia Gourgouris, founder of Happiness Center and author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness and co-author of 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis, A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters. Dr. Elia Gourgouris shares some of his thoughts and perspectives on how we can nurture happiness in ourselves, and use happiness to become better leaders of organizations. Some highlights:Dr. Elia Gourgouris talks about his Greek heritage and culture and how that influenced him to study happinessDr. Elia discusses the im...2020-12-2937 min
Undeniable ImpactThe 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis with Dr. Elia GourgourisDr. Elia Gourgouris, better known as The Happiness Doctor and bestselling author, joins me to share how anyone (including you!) can successfully navigate a crisis while still finding happiness.
You’ll learn more about:
Why Elia felt compelled to co-write a book in 45 days during the pandemic
The current crises we are all experiencing (it’s not just the pandemic!)
What being a navigator really means and how you can become one
The difference between fear and danger
Actions you should be taking with your children right now
3 things successful peop...2020-12-1443 min
The YourLIVINGBrand.live showCreating Partnerships That Work With Dr. Elia Gourgouris And Kon ApostolopoulosIn one way or another, we all have been impacted by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Helping you minimize its negative effects, Dr. Elia Gourgouris and Kon Apostolopoulos co-wrote a very timely book, 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters. In this episode, they sit down with Ben Baker to lead us into some of the wisdom they shared in it and how they were able to create such great and important work in just 45 days. At the heart of it is the importance of partnership, where they both were able to work...2020-11-0440 min
The YourLIVINGBrand.live showCreating Partnerships That Work With Dr. Elia Gourgouris And Kon ApostolopoulosIn one way or another, we all have been impacted by the current COVID-19 pandemic. Helping you minimize its negative effects, Dr. Elia Gourgouris and Kon Apostolopoulos co-wrote a very timely book, 7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters. In this episode, they sit down with Ben Baker to lead us into some of the wisdom they shared in it and how they were able to create such great and important work in just 45 days. At the heart of it is the importance of partnership, where they both were able to work...2020-11-0340 min
The Financial Wellbeing PodcastEpisode 67 – Exploring Paths to Happiness with Dr Elia Gourgouris
Episode 67 – Exploring Paths to Happiness with Dr Elia Gourgouris
What is your personal brand? If you are the “something” person, what is that “something?” How has this brand shaped your life and wellbeing? Chris, David and Producer Tommo have a chat with the happiness doctor Elia Gourgouris about the positives and negatives of personal brands and their connections to money. With Bage’s Biases, Tight Ass Tommo’s money saving tips and the thought of Chris practicing Yoga, the guys have a fascinating episode for you . . .
Welcomes and Introductions
Link to episode 66 – The Biology of Happi...2020-10-2947 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 46: Michael Ray - Smile Project Louisville - Touching Hearts, One Smile at a TimeNo coincidences! That's the take away from an amazing conversation that I, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness doctor - had with the King of Smiles - Michael Ray, founder and Director of Development for Smile Project Louisville!What is the best marinade for the mind?How can a simple act of kindness touch and change someone's entire life trajectory?How can a little moxie, nerve, and charm bring complete strangers together and leave them laughing and hugging?What are the odds of running...2020-10-1232 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 45 - Using Kindness for L.I.F.T.(I.N.G.) Others Through Social MediaWow! Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, and I, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver - had a delightful conversation this week with another wonderful Canadian friend - Jeanette Y. Martin - Owner of Move Your Bum Chum (MYBC) Consulting! Talk about wonderful - two marvelous Canadian friends in a row!How are you using social media to lift and build others? Are you L.I.F.T.(I.N.G.) others through LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter? Is giving kindness truly cycular? Does it come back or is that just a "nic...2020-10-0424 min
Helping Organisations Thrive with Julian RobertsElia Gourgouris | Bend like a palm treeToday I am interviewing Elia Gourgouris who is the founder of the Happiness Centre - an organisation of world leading experts in the field of Positive Psychology responsible for helping thousands of individuals.
Elia gave some great insights on helping you navigate through a crisis; self-care being a high priority. Looking after ourselves physically, mentally and spiritually is the utmost importance during difficult times. Elia also shared other strategies from his recently launched book '7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis'.
Watch the interview on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F...2020-10-0133 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 43 - Positive Success Systems that Allow Businesses to ThriveAre there effective ways that businesses can systemize their entrepreneurial efforts? For Craig Waslichak, the answer is a resounding yes!Are you a business leader who is struggling to get everyone on the same page, in the right seats and rowing in the same direction? It you said yes, this is an episode for you. Listen and get tips about how to: Give your business the proper self-care by creating efficient, effective, and repeatable systems Take care of your customers in ways that empower you to earn their trust so powerfully that they will w...2020-09-2030 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 42: Kindness, Happiness, and Business - A Recipe for Success!We all know that it takes just the right ingredients for any recipe to produce a delectable delight when it comes to food. When it comes to business, the principles behind a recipe for success work just the same way. Join us, Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor as we pick the amazing brain of Joy Abdullah about how just the right combination of kindness and happiness with well executed business strategy can lead to thriving business success. You won't want to miss this episode!2020-09-1331 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 41 - Success - A Life Rich in the Things that Matter Most❤️❤️❤️ With Jeff Baietto, M.A.: COO InJoy Global; Podcast Host - InJoy Success Podcast; Positive Psychology Guru ❤️❤️❤️Join myself Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor - in this unique experience with an amazing man whose #creativity and #innovation has nailed the sweet spot in combining positive psychology with gamification to create a learning masterpiece!Get the answers the following questions and so much more....- How can we build the muscle of a positive state of mind?- How can gamification can be a total “game changer...2020-09-0533 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 40: Truth with a Capital T: How Loving Mentors, Hard Work, and Integrity Can Lift the WorldMessages of hope - we can all use them right now.Today you have the chance to listen to one.Enter Joseph Saheb Youssef, raised by a single mother from the age of 2, Joseph had the blessing of having his loving mother and wonderful grandparents to help him learn the meaning of hard work and above all integrity. By the age of 15 he formed a professional band. At 17 he left India and emigrated to Australia where he went to school and worked his way up through life the help of wonderful mentors.I...2020-08-2938 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 39 - Music, Teamwork, and Happiness - Strumming Your Way to Personal and Professional Happiness - With Dr. Pele RaymondBest selling author, acclaimed musician, speaker, coach, podcast host - huge teamwork advocate all wrapped into one amazing man - Dr Pelè Raymond joins us, Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor and Randy McNeely The Kindness Giver. Named after one of the greatest soccer players (if not thee greatest) of all time, Dr. Pelè, who readily admits he's no soccer player, lives up to the greatness of his namesake.You won't want to miss his story of:👉🏾 How he got the name Pelè in the first place;👉🏾 How he survived a bloody civil war in his home...2020-08-2230 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 38 - Endurance, Eradicating Racism, and Kindness - How Do They Relate?- with Rachel BeckWhat do you get when you mix enduring navigation skills, an iron will determination when it comes to eradicating racism, and a heart full of kindness the size of Texas? You get Rachel Beck of course!Join us as we have some fun and also discuss some serious topics:1) What are you doing on a regular basis to keep yourself in navigator mode as we continue through this time of uncertainty?2) What have you found to be the best way to stay connected with those you care most about over the past few...2020-08-1531 min
The Kathryn Zox ShowElia GourgourisKathryn interviews Founder of The Happiness Center Elia Gourgouris PhD, author of “7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis: A Practical Guide to Emotionally Dealing with Pandemics & Other Disasters.” Pandemic fatigue is real, and the effects of the trauma are being experienced by men and women around the world. Dr. Gourgouris offers practical advice with seven keys to navigating any crisis. He’s the co-host of The Kindness Happiness Connection podcast and a Thrive Global contributor. Kathryn also interviews Director of Glaucoma Services & President of Advanced Eyecare of New York Dr. Daniel Laroche. He offers a range of common-sense precautions that can signif...2020-08-1227 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 32 - Music, Philanthropy and Business – A Recipe for Harmony – The Rob Howze Way!ALERT - ALERT - ALERT - DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE! - ALERT - ALERT - ALERTWhat do you get when you mix love, music, business, and family? Happy Life - The Rob Howze Way! Music – how can it lift us – especially during the pandemic?How can love help parents and children cope with life’s challenges?How can coaching and mentoring children and youth today impact the future?Get the answers to these questions and so much more. Take a listen - you'll be glad you did...2020-08-0825 minGutsy Health | Nutrition and MedicineDr. Elia Gourgouris | How to Navigate A Crisis With The Happiness DoctorThe Covid-19 pandemic has been affecting people at an increasing rate. Drug and alcohol use, as well as suicide rates, have been at an all time high. This crisis has brought on a lot of fear in people’s lives. Due to social distancing, people are more distanced now than they have ever been in our time. The most vulnerable of our population are suffering the most. There are four personality types. The first is the victim who says “Why me?” The second is the critic. The one who criticizes whatever instructions they are given such as wear or don’t wear a...2020-08-041h 02The Kindness & Happiness ConnectionKindness, Happiness, and Business - Do They Mix?🔥 PODCAST ALERT!!! PODCAST ALERT!!!🔥❤️ KINDNESS & HAPPINESS CONNECTION❤️❤️SATURDAY 8/1/20 AT 1:00 PM CST❤️⚡️ Wilton Rogers III ROGERS - FOUNDER/CEO - SCALE THROUG AUTOMATION ⚡️Is it possible for kindness to rise above bullying and racial judgement, and even change cultures?How can we develop and drive an entrepreneurial spirit at a young age?How can the soft skill of kindness mix with business to produce happiness and well being?Can business solutions that have a positive impact on an organization, personally and professionally drive business growth? If so, how?Get these answers and so mu...2020-08-0130 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 35 - Nicole Glocke - Kindness As Your SuperpowerCan kindness be a superpower? Can it truly bless our lives and empower us to lift and build others in seemingly miraculous ways? How can daily kindness lift your life?Talk to Nicole Glocke and the answer is a resounding yes to the first questions and "in a thousand ways," in answer to the lasy! Trust me, this red-headed dynamo, part of a duo of kindness super heroes, has a lot to share in response to those questions and a whole lot more. Take a listen! You'll be glad you did.Want to r...2020-07-2526 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 34 - Becoming the More Amazing You with Elaine JacquesDo you see yourself as amazing? If not, why not? Is it possible to see ourselves that way and to become even more amazing?What is the legacy phase of our lives and what kind of legacy are we leaving behind?Those topics and so much more are part of today's edifying Kindness & Happiness Connection podcast with our wonderful guest, the Amazing Elaine Jacques, Leadership Presence and Development Coach.Elaine brings a lot to the podcast house, including amazing coaching expertise and a delightful smile and personality. We invite you to l...2020-07-1830 min
Catalog of Interviews and BitsElia GourgourisAuthor Elia Gourgouris, PhD, is the Founder of The Happiness Center, an organization of world-leading experts in the field of positive psychology. Dr. Elia's previous book, 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness, became an Amazon #1 best-seller. He is an international keynote speaker and happiness expert focusing on corporate wellness and leadership training. He holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology and is a UCLA graduate. Dr. Elia is certified by the American Red Cross in Disaster Mental Health Services, having assisted in the 1994 Los Angeles and 2010 Haiti earthquakes, the 1999 Columbine High School shooting and other crises. He's the co-host of The Kindness Happiness...2020-07-1500 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 33 - High Performance Leadership - With Kindness and Compassion - Julie Hruska, CEO Powerful LeadersWhy is continually learning and evolving as leaders so important to success?How does working hard every day to maximize our strengths matter?Can kindness and compassion make a difference in our leadership capacity?Get the answers to these questions and so much more in todays, "YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS THIS" episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection podcast. Join us to get insightful and powerful tips and insights on how you, as a leader can build your personal kindness and happiness brand and translate that into lifting and building others!2020-07-1125 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 32 - Unsubscribe from AnxietyDo you struggle with anxiety? If so you won't want to miss today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast. David Stone, author of "Unsubscribe from Anxiety" has been there. In today's podcast he share's his story of going through major challenges with anxiety and share how he was able to overcome them and how you can too. He'll answer questions such as:Is anxiety something we just have to live with?Isn't anxiety, along with worry, just a normal part of being human?If anxiety is optional, what can we d...2020-07-0426 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 31 - Navigating Uncertainty with Hope and Happiness - Sidney JonesTHE KINDNESS & HAPPINESS CONNECTION with Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness DoctorEpisode 31 with Sidney Jones - CEO - Real Impact Solution (RiS)Saturday 6/27/20 - 1:00 PM CSTUncertainty and happiness - Oxymorons, right? Yet Sidney Jones is happy and thriving, even now with all of the pandemic stress and social upheaval in our country!How do you handle feelings of hopelessness?What is your process for letting go and forgiving others that have wronged you?How do you juggle personal life and business...2020-06-2722 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 30 - The Power of Kindness to Help Child Abuse SurvivorsDo you like a story of heroic survival, of triumph in the face of tremendous challenge? If so, you won't want to miss this week's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection with myself (Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor and the inspiring Lisa Zarcone!💥 WARNING - HEAVY SUBJECT - THAT NEEDS TO BE HEARD! - The Power of Kindness to Help Child Abuse Survivors.Lisa is an author of the Unspoken Truth, the story of her survival of child abuse. She serves as ambassador for the NAT...2020-06-2033 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionCourage to Pivot with Nicole Jones!🔥 PODCAST ALERT! 🔥❤️ THE KINDNESS AND HAPPINESS CONNECTION - with Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor and Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver❤️EPISODE 29 - COURAGE TO PIVOT WITH - THE LADY WHO'S SMILE LIGHTS UP THE ROOM -DRUM ROLLLLLLLLLL!!!!!!!! - Nicole P. JonesLive at 1:00 PM CST 6/13/20. Come and listen to the full audio!How many times have you made plans for your life and then life throws you an unexpected curve ball? You're determined to be a doctor only to realize after a taking a few sci...2020-06-1338 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 28 - Dr Marilyn Scott - Holistic Approach to HappinessWe all know "one size fits all" just doesn't cut it when it comes to self-care, and boy do we need self-care right now!. While we all have the same basic needs as human beings, we each have our unique likes and dislikes. We each respond differently to different methodologies and situations.So what can we do? Dr. Marilyn Scott joins us today on The Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast to share her wonderful insights to self care from meditation, to proper breathing, to aroma therapy and more. Dr. Marilyn is a Motivational Exp...2020-06-0621 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionKristy Stout - Happiness, Joy, and Peace - How can we Stay Bright inside?We're all born with an inner light. Yet over time that light can dim in many ways whether through circumstances we control or circumstances beyond our control.How do we keep our inner light burning bright? How do we find happiness, joy, and peace? Do we have a choice? Kristy Stouts answer - a resounding yes we do have a choice!Take a listen to today's episode and get some great insights, inspiration, and actionable tips that are directly applicable to anyone seeking to rekindle their inner light or keep what they've got f...2020-05-3035 min
Dr. Elia Gourgouris is a Happiness Expert | Episode 7Are you a happy person? Do you feel like you’ve lost control to your inner critic? How can we be happy during times of crisis? In this podcast episode, Billy and Brandy Eldridge speak to Dr. Elia Gourgouris about happiness, embracing or changing our brand, and shifting our perspective during the pandemic. Meet Dr. Elia […]The post Dr. Elia Gourgouris is a Happiness Expert | Episode 7 appeared first on Beta Male Revolution.2020-05-2833 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionEpisode 26 - Wendy Gilhula - Kindness: Pika StyleAre kindness and happiness in your wheelhouse? Do you need a boost to your mental health or some extra #motivation? Are you a children's book writer?If you said yes, then you'll want to tune into this week's episode of The Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast with one of the world's kindness queens - Wendy Gilhula!Join myself, Randy McNeely - Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris Ph.D. - The Happiness Doctor as Wendy shares her journey from picture book writer, to inspiring kindness advocate, to app maker. It's all here in Episode 26 - Kindness...2020-05-2327 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionRachel Beck - The Glass is Always Half FullIn today's episode of The Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast, we had the privilege of interviewing the amazing Rachel Beck.Rachel Beck, author of Finding Your Way When Life Changes Your Plans and international award-winning photographer, owned and ran a photography business in the Midwestern United States for eight years, before becoming a full-time writer. Looking through the lens of her camera, she developed a unique perspective for dealing with the myriad boulders life has thrown her way, and now weaves her vision into words.Rachel’s uncommon life story began when was born an or...2020-05-1635 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionSecondAct | Women - 40 & 50 + Ladies Lighting up the Business World!What do you get when two wonderful ladies pool their creativity and innovation to create a resource hub for women in their 40's and 50's who are seeking new opportunities?You get Second|Act Women of course!It was our privilege to interview Barbara Brooks and Guadalupe Olvera Montes Hirt ("Lupe") the leadership team from SecondAct|Women on The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast.Are you a woman in your 40s + looking for opportunities but finding it challenging due to your age? Barbara and Lupe can help.Join us today at 1:00 PM C...2020-05-0930 minThe Kindness & Happiness Connection7 Keys to Navigating a Crisis - An Interview with authors Dr. Elia Gourgouris and Kon ApostolopoulosWelcome to the inaugural Saturday Episode of The Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast!Is there a practical guide for getting through the current or future pandemics and other crises?If so, where can I find it?Look no further!In today's episode of the Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver shares a conversation with his co-host Dr. Elia Gourgouris - "The Happiness Doctor" and Kon Apostolopoulos - "Coach Kon" who have combined their decades of experience to produce a wonderful new book "7 Keys to Navigating a Cr...2020-05-0236 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionHumorWhere do we turn when we need a little lift? Humor!Where do we run when we need a mental gift - Humor!What lifts our hearts and lightens our loads? - Humor!Need a little humor in your life today? Listen to today's episode of The Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast!Take a listen. You'll be glad you did!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/support2020-04-2211 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionGratitude for Frontline Heroes and HeroinesIt is possible to express enough gratitude for those people who are putting their lives on the line everyday during the Covid-19 crisis? Join myself and Dr. Elia today as we celebrate and say thank you to so many who are doing so much to serve those in need right now.We also invite you to think of ways you can be a hero or heroine! What does it take? Simple acts of kindness! We all have the opportunity to write our own kindness story every day! What will your kindness story be today?2020-04-2010 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionPersonal Health Assessment Part 4 - Spiritual HealthHow's your personal health right during this crisis? How are you doing physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually? In parts 1-3 of the Personal Health Assessment series we addressed physical, mental, and emotional health. In this episode we address the final component - Spiritual Health.Here are the questions discussed today:How strong is your belief in a positive outcome? 1 2 3 4 5How close do you feel to God or your higher power? 1 2 3 4 5How much do you pray, meditate or practice mindfulness? 1 2 3 4 5How often do you practice kindness or do a...2020-04-1809 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionPersonal Health Assessment - Part 3 - Emotional HealthEmotional Health - How are you doing?In today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection podcast we continue our personal health assessment series discussing emotional health.Here are the questions we'll cover today?How well do you practice self-compassion / self-forgiveness? 1 2 3 4 5How well do you maintain a healthy life-work balance? 1 2 3 4 5How well can you maintain flexibility under stress? 1 2 3 4 5How much is humor, laughter, and playfulness part of your daily life? 1 2 3 4 5How healthy are your relationships? 1 2 3 4 5We invite you to take a listen, assess your...2020-04-1613 min
#PirateBroadcastCatch Elia Gourgouris on the PirateBroadcastToday Russ Johns talks about the 7 paths of happiness with Dr. Elia Gourgouris. The 7 paths include: Loving yourself, gratitude, forgiving/self-forgiving, purpose, passion, nurturing your spirit and relationships. There is no growth sitting in your comfort zone, step out or it. Be a navigator or a pine tree and adapt to the situation that you are in and realize there are plenty opportunities in front of you.2020-04-1634 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionPersonal Health Assessment - Part 2 - Mental Health"Life is a grindstone. Whether it grinds us down or polishes us up depends on us."Thomas HolcroftRight now that quote is really being put to the test for all of us. It is up to us whether or not life grinds us down or polishes us. How is your mental health? How are you holding up?In today's episode of The Kindness and Happiness Connection, we present part to of the Personal Health Assessment questions focusing on mental health:Here are the questions we'll be reviewing. We i...2020-04-1513 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionPersonal Health Assessment - Part 1 - Physical HealthStress and binging seem to go together. We binge eat, we binge drink, we binge watch movies, etc. While these things may seem to provide a "cure" for the stress, that "cure" can end up being worse for us than the stress was.So are there healthy ways to maintain our personal health - physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually - in stressful times without resorting to binging? If so, what are they?Get the answers for physical health in today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast , the first in a four-part personal health series. ...2020-04-1412 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionIn Tune with our Inner VoiceWe've all heard the advice to listen to our "inner voice," but why? Why is that so important? How can can listening to our inner voice be a major help right now?Get the answers to these questions as well as some personal examples and insights in today's episode of "The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast with Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor!Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ki...2020-04-1312 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionKindnessHeaven knows we can all use some hope and renewal right now, right? What better way to instigate and inspire hope and renewal than through simple acts of kindness. What does that mean though? Are there some easy to implement examples?Get the answers to those questions in today's episode of The Kindness and Happiness Connection Podcast as Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor and Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver discuss simple actions like Jacqueline Way's #Do1Give campaign or Shelly Elsliger's #DecideToBeKind campaign. Get the scoop on those campaigns and more.2020-04-1010 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionReaction vs ResponseIt is so easy in emotional situations to have knee-jerk reactions where we react in the heat of the moment without taking a moment to pause, get some clarity, and then respond. How well does that work out for us? How does that help us build and maintain caring relationships?Are there practical things we can learn and apply to move from the reaction state to the positive response state? If so, what are they?Get the answers to these questions and more in today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast..2020-04-0910 min
Learning Life with Jon TotaEpisode 76: Practical Happiness with Dr. Elia Gourgouris Dr. Elia Gourgouris has been happy since the day he was born. How does he do it? In this episode, Dr. Gourgouris shares with host Jon Tota practical ways to find happiness and joy even in the midst of all this uncertainty and fear. Visit https://www.learninglifeshow.com/covid19 for more. 1:38 Becoming a Happiness Expert 5:00 Leah’s Royal Transformation 8:04 The University of Adversity 11:55 The Optimists Solution & Weathering the Storm 18:36 Advice for Parents 23:42 Seven Keys to Navigating in a Crisis Dr. Elia Gourgouris is on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/askdrelia/ Check ou...2020-04-0930 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionStress - What Can We Do to CopeWow. Just wow. Who could have predicted even a month ago how high the stressometer would be going today. So many events piled on top of each other due to the Covid-19 Pandemic. How are you coping with stress? Are there some practical things we can all be doing to lower our stress level?Get the answers to those questions and some actionable, insightful, tips on today's episode of "The Kindness & Happiness Connection" podcast.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/m...2020-04-0812 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionAnti-Responsibility - AND HOW TO OVERCOME IT!In life we all have choices to make and it is so easy to let human nature take over and make "anti-responsibility" choices.What are "anti-responsibility" choices? How do they affect us? Can we avoid or overcome them? If so, how?Get the answers to these questions and more in today's episode of "The Kindness & Happiness Connection" podcast with Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor and Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/messageSupport...2020-04-0712 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionChoice and ResponsibilityIn every situation we may find ourselves, we have a choice as to how we'll respond. That is the beautiful thing about being human. But what about responsibility? Can choice and responsibility be separated? Can you and I take responsibility for the choices of others or allow others to take responsibility for our choices? Are there things we can do to ensure we recognize our responsibilities and have the determination to own them?Get the answers to these questions and more in today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast.Take a listen. Y...2020-04-0609 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionFaith - How it Can Carry Us Through ChallengesReligious or not, faith is a strength and staying power we all need, especially now.But what is faith? How can we get it and how can we maintain it?Get answers to those questions and more on today's episode of The Kindness-Happiness Connection.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/support2020-04-0311 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionForgiveness - Part 2: Forgiving Others and Asking for ForgivenessWe all, at one time or another in our lives, face the dilemma of needing to forgive others who have offended us or request forgiveness of others whom we may have offended. It is a part of being human.Are there practical insights and actionable steps that we can take to help us in our efforts? Yes.How?Listen to today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection Podcast to get practical answers to these questions as well as to hear some powerful stories of forgiveness in action.Take a listen! You'll...2020-04-0214 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionSelf-ForgivenessWhy does it seem to be so easy to forgive others as opposed to forgiving ourselves? Are there steps we can learn and implement to help us forgive past mistakes, extending kindness and self-compassion to ourselves?Tune into today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection with Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver and Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor to get helpful insights and practical tips and solutions to lifting those mental weights we've carried with us, sometimes for many years.Take a listen. You'll be glad you did. If it resonates with you...2020-04-0112 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionDetermination - Committed, Persistent, ConsistentJust as it takes courage to move from the victim, bystander or critic modes to the navigator mode, it takes determination to stay in that mode once you get there.Listen to today's episode of The Kindness & Happiness Connection podcast on "Determination" to get practical, actionable tips on how to get in and stay in the Navigator mode!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/support2020-03-3107 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionCourageCourage. What does that mean to you? How can it help you today and in the future to deal with challenges? What do you do when you're forced out of your comfort zone and placed in a situation you didn't choose? How do you react? Do you become --the victim: Why me? --the critic: Nothing is working like I think it should --the bystander: I'll leave it to others to fix this situation --or the navigator: work to minimize the challenge for yourself and for oth...2020-03-3010 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionGratitudeWhen we face challenges, it is easy to get caught up in complaining about the situations we face. The question we have to ask is, how will complaining help? Will it change anything? We all know the answer to that question.So what can we do to move from complaining to having an attitude of gratitude?Listen to todays Kindness & Happiness Connection episode for some practical, actionable information, insights, and tips and tips from Dr. Elia Gourgouris - The Happiness Doctor, and Randy McNeely - The Kindness Giver, that are applicable now.Take...2020-03-2711 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionHopeAre you seeking for hope in the current crisis?Would you like some straightforward insights and actionable tips that can help you discover how to find that hope and maintain it?In today's episode, Dr. Gourgouris, "The Happiness Doctor" and Randy McNeely, "The Kindness Giver" share actionable insights to help you in your efforts to maintain a positive attitude throughout the current crisis and beyond. Take a listen. You'll be glad you did!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/k...2020-03-2410 minThe Kindness & Happiness ConnectionWhy the Kindness & Happiness Connection - An IntroductionThe Kindness & Connection Podcast - What is it?Who are Dr. Elia Gourgouris "The Happiness Doctor" and Randy McNeely "The Kindness Giver." What are two simple things that people can remember to help them right now? Take a listen to find out. You'll be glad you did!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kindness-happiness/support2020-03-2311 min
PROFITABLE HAPPINESS®079: The 7 Paths To Lasting Happiness With Dr. Elia GourgourisIf you ask most people what they want most from life, research and common observation both show that they want to be "happy". However, the thorny question that almost always comes up is "how"? While the topic of happiness is not new, and has been researched and written about for thousands of years, the approach to implementing lasting happiness is still elusive to many.In this episode, we meet Dr. Elia Gourgouris, Executive Coach and #1 Best-selling Author of 7 Paths to Lasting Happiness. We learn from Dr. Elia that "happiness takes work", and he has spent the last 25...2019-10-1731 minGutsy Health | Nutrition and MedicineDeveloping Happiness with Dr. Elia Gourgouris | Mental HealthTristin and Juanique are joined by Dr. Elia Gourgouris, the president of the happiness center, an organization dedicated to creating personal success and happiness. With his Positive Psychology background, he has helped thousands of people both in their careers and in their relationships to achieve success and better life/work balance. He is also the author of the Amazon best-selling book, Seven Paths to Lasting Happiness. Listen to this episode and find out about core-happiness and how you might be able to achieve it. The Happiness Center: https://www.thehappinesscenter.com/www.mygutsyhealth.comhttps...2019-09-1258 min