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The "Happiness Mindset" show shares proven ways to create a consistent happy mindset that can lead to emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.
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23 APR 2025 · In this episode you hear a special announcement by host Stephen Carter explaining why he's been absenct for a while, what the future holds for the show, and when it will return to it's regular release schedule.
Listen to previous episodes of this and other shows at https://StressReliefRadio.com.
Host Stephen Carter; Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com | Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com
Recording Info:
Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Audacity, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone Earthworks Ethos.
21 MAR 2025 · In this episode, you discover eight research-validated happiness habits for greater emotional wellbeing.
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Resources:
The foundation for this episode is in part inspired by the article, "“Things that happy people do that unhappy people don’t”, by Isabelia Chase, published in "GlobalEnglishEditing". Link: https://geediting.com/gb-things-that-happy-people-do-that-unhappy-people-dont/
To get your copy of the "Emotional Release Method Guide", create an email with the subject line reading "Emotional Release Method", leave the body of the email blank, and send the email to CarterMethod@gmail.com.
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Host information:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Hush, Levelator, and Adyllic. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Neat Bumblebee 2.
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Key words:
joy, emotional_wellbeing, happy,
5 MAR 2025 · In this episode you discover the Happiness Calendar created by "The Greater Good Magazine". You'll learn how to use this marvelous resource to engage in suggested tiny daily actions that build your sense of happiness and wellbeing day by day.
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Here is the link for the March calendar discussed in this episode:
https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/your_happiness_calendar_for_march_2025
Note: You can sign up on this page for their newsletter which guarantees you'll receive the Happiness Calendar each month.
In addition, you can download each monthly calendar in PDF format or you can request the calendar integrate with Google Calendar, iCal, or get an ICS link, again right on this page.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional processing with Amadeus Pro, Hush, Levelator, and Audyllic. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: ProAir C-414.
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Key words:
joy, joyful_living, calm, relaxed,
6 FEB 2025 · The "Forbes.com" site published an article entitled, "4 Ways To ‘Declutter’ Your Life For Mental Peace—By A Psychologist". In this episode you'll discover those four key areas, why it's important to declutter, how to do that, and the benefits you'll experience.
Article resource:
"4 Ways To ‘Declutter’ Your Life For Mental Peace—By A Psychologist". Published in Forbes.com. Article link: https://www.forbes.com/sites/traversmark/2025/01/23/4-ways-to-declutter-your-life-for-mental-peace-by-a-psychologist/
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Other edits with Hush and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Audio-Technica ATR2100X.
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Key words:
happiness, emotional_wellbeing,
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22 JAN 2025 · In 2023 Arnold Schwarzenegger released his book, "Be Useful - Seven Tools For Life".
In this episode you discover Schwarzenegger's wise four-word simple formula and how you can apply his four word guide to enhance your happiness and wellbeing.
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Resource:
JESSICA STILLMAN, "Arnold Schwarzenegger Says a Happy Life Boils Down to These 4 Words. Psychology Agrees With Him". Inc.com. Link: https://www.inc.com/jessica-stillman/arnold-schwarzenegger-says-a-happy-life-boils-down-to-these-4-words-psychology-agrees-with-him/91107058
"Be Useful" by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Amazon link to the paperback edition: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Useful-Schwarzenegger-Arno/dp/0593656717/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 (note: this is NOT an affiliate link).
Jon Gruda Ph.D., "Purpose in Action: Lessons from a Hollywood Icon". "Psychology Today". Link: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ie/blog/of-leaders-and-traits/202306/purpose-in-action-lessons-from-a-hollywood-icon
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Hindenburg Pro. Edits with Twisted Wave, Audacity (noise reduction), Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.
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Key words:
finding_purpose, finding_meaning, meaning_in_life,
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17 JAN 2025 · The art of creating a fulfilling life often begins with a crucial step: letting go. Whether it's physical possessions, unhealthy relationships, or self-limiting behaviors, identifying and releasing what no longer serves us creates space for growth and new possibilities. Let's explore how to navigate this transformative process.
In this episode you discover how to let go of what no longer serves you and identify and achieve your true desires for a happier more fufilling life.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com - Website: https://StressReleaseRadio.com.
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Technical information:
Recorded with Backpack Studio. Edits with Twisted Wave, Hush, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Audio Technica ATR2100X.
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Key words:
happiness, joy, life_satisfaction, letting_go,
5 JAN 2025 · In this episode you discover 3 research based ways to enhance your happiness and wellbeing. You learn how to easily incorporate these 3 happiness habits into your daily life.
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Resources for expanded insights into these 3 habits:
Dr. Robert Emmons' research at UC Davis on gratitude and happiness. https://emmons.faculty.ucdavis.edu
Hill PL, Allemand M, Roberts BW. Examining the Pathways between Gratitude and Self-Rated Physical Health across Adulthood. Pers Individ Dif. 2013 Jan;54(1):92-96. doi: 10.1016/j.paid.2012.08.011. PMID: 23139438; PMCID: PMC3489271.
“7 Scientifically Proven Benefits Of Gratitude That Will Motivate You To Give Thanks Year-Round”. Forbes. https://www.forbes.com/sites/amymorin/2014/11/23/7-scientifically-proven-benefits-of-gratitude-that-will-motivate-you-to-give-thanks-year-round/
“Harvard Study of Adult Development”. https://www.adultdevelopmentstudy.orghttps://www.adultdevelopmentstudy.org
“Good genes are nice, but joy is better”. “Harvard Gazette”. Link: https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2017/04/over-nearly-80-years-harvard-study-has-been-showing-how-to-live-a-healthy-and-happy-life/
“Gratitude and Wellbeing”. https://emmons.faculty.ucdavis.edu/gratitude-and-well-being/#:~:text=Summary%20of%20Findings,Emmons%20&%20McCullough%2C%202003).
“Associations between social media use and loneliness in a cross-national population: do motives for social media use matter?”. Pub Med. Link: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9817115/#:~:text=Conclusion%20and%20implications,for%20maintaining%20contact%20with%20others.
“How to make friends? Study reveals how many hours it takes”. KU News. https://news.ku.edu/news/article/2018/03/06/study-reveals-number-hours-it-takes-make-friend#:~:text=In%20a%20new%20report%20published,long%2Dterm%20belongingness%20needs.”
“The Protégé Effect: How You Can Learn by Teaching Others”. https://effectiviology.com/protege-effect-learn-by-teaching/#:~:text=Expecting%20to%20teach%20and%20teaching%20can%20lead,and%20seeking%20out%20key%20pieces%20of%20information.
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Technical information:
Recorded with Ocenaudio. Edits with Twisted Wave, Amadeus Pro, Hush,, and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone CAD E100Sx.
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Key words:
joy, happiness, gratitude, mindful_gratitude, emotional_wellbeing,
6 DEC 2024 · In this episode you discover 3 easy ways to enhance happiness and relieve stress. Each of these simple actions takes less than 10-minutes.
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Resource:
"Do these 3 things to feel happier today—they take less than 10 minutes". "CNBC.com". Link: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/15/3-ways-to-boost-your-happiness-todaythey-take-just-10-minutes.html
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recording and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional processing with Hush and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Note: no EQ. De-sser and Compresser only. Microphone: Earthworks Ethos.
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Key words:
happiness, stress, stress_relief, relaxation_response,
2 AUG 2024 · In this episode you and I consider a powerful quote on happiness by Sharon Draper, the awared winning author and educator. That quote is:
"Perfect happiness is a beautiful sunset, the giggle of a grandchild, the first snowfall. It's the little things that make happy moments, not the grand events. Joy comes in sips, not gulps."
We explore how you can incorporate Sharon's wisdom into you life to enhance happiness and well being."
Here are 7 affirmations you can use to help with that worthy action:
"I choose to be fully present in each moment, appreciating the beauty and joy that surrounds me."
"I recognize and celebrate the small joys in my life, knowing that they contribute to my overall happiness."
"I am grateful for my unique journey, embracing both the challenges and the blessings that shape my life."
"I prioritize and nurture my relationships, finding joy in the love and laughter shared with family and friends."
"I choose to focus on the positive aspects of my life, allowing happiness to flourish within me."
"I give myself permission to experience joy in everyday moments, knowing that I deserve happiness."
"I am open to new experiences and adventures, trusting that they will bring me joy and fulfillment."
You'll discover how to use one or more of these suggested affirmations to enhance you sense of happiness and well being.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmaiil.com
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Technical information:
Recorded and initial edits with Twisted Wave. Additional edits with Hush and Levelator. Final edits and rendering with Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Marantz Professional Microphone.
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Key words:
joy, happiness, Sharon Draper,
5 JUL 2024 · This episode highlights research and a happiness program from the University of Bristol, in the U.K. The research answers the question, "Can you learn to be happy?" The resulting program guides you through the seven happiness habits (see below) that were identified during their research.
This research and program information is highlighted in the article, "Happiness can be learned but it may take practicing 7 habits", published in "Medical News Today", author Robby Berman.
In addition to the seven happiness habits identified in the article, you'll discover seven additional happiness habits and how to incorporate those habits of your choosing into your day-to-day activities to build enhanced happiness and wellbeing.
Here are the seven habits identified in the article:
- Performing acts of kindness;
- Increasing social connections, including initiating conversations with people you don’t know;
- Savoring one’s experiences;
- Deliberately drawing our attention to the positive events and aspects of one’s day;
- Practicing feeling grateful and endeavoring to thank people you have never sufficiently thanked;
- Being physically active; and,
- Exploring mindfulness and other meditation techniques.
Here are seven additional habits to integrate into your Happiness Habit way of being:
- Practice savoring the present moment;
- Take breaks from Technology;
- Engage in enjoyable activities and novel experiences;
- Focus on fufilling relationships;
- Practice gratitude in ways beyond what was shared in the article above;
- Practicing self-compassion; and,
- Clarify and align with your values.
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Host:
Stephen Carter - Website: https://StressReliefRadio.com - Email: CarterMethod@gmail.com
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Technical information:
Recorded with Twisted Wave. Edits with Twisted Wave, Hush, Levelator with final edits and rendering in Hindenburg Pro. Microphone: Eartworks Ethos.
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Key words:
stress, happiness, calm, joy, happiness_habits,
The "Happiness Mindset" show shares proven ways to create a consistent happy mindset that can lead to emotional, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.
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| Author | Stephen Carter |
| Organization | Stephen Carter |
| Categories | Mental Health , Spirituality , Alternative Health |
| Website | www.MindfulWayLiving.com |
| swcarter@aol.com |
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