Meetup is by Zoom in Dec-Jan-Feb

# We gather at 8:00pm by Zoom for 90 min of informal, facilitated discussion based on the assigned podcasts listed below

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NEW YEAR, NEW CHALLENGES
QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT AS YOU LISTEN TO THE 4 SHORT PODCASTS (Total listening time <75 min):
1. How in control are you when faced with an emotional challenge?
2. What tools do you use to effectively manage difficult situations?
3. What strategies mentioned in the podcasts resnate with you as
something that can you learn to improve your emotional agility?
4. Is it really possible to master anything, as suggested by Tony Robbins
or are there some TOUGH GOINGS that seem impossible to master?
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#1
TED
Three secrets from Resilient People (16 min)
Everyone experiences loss, but how do you cope with the tough moments that follow? Resilience researcher Lucy Hone shares three hard-won strategies for developing the capacity to brave adversity, overcome struggle and face whatever may come head-on with fortitude and grace.
Lucy Hone · Resilience expert and researcher builds resilience among individuals, communities and organizations.
https://www.ted.com/talks/lucy_hone_3_secrets_of_resilient_people?

#2
TED
The gift and Power of Emotional Courage (17 min)
Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions, careers, relationships, health and happiness. In this deeply moving, humorous and potentially life-changing talk, she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility.
Susan David · Psychologist, researcher, author from Harvard Medical School Susan David studies emotional agility: the psychology of how we can use emotion to bring forward our best selves in all aspects of how we love, live, parent and lead.
https://www.ted.com/talks/susan_david_the_gift_and_power_of_emotional_courage

#3
The Tony Robbins Podcast
How to have the emotional strength to handle anything | Mastering the gift of emotion (30 min)
At 31, Kris Carr, the best-selling author of Crazy Sexy Cancer, was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. Her battle to survive was not just a physical one – the emotional journey she took was remarkable.
You'll hear from Kris, and you'll also witness a one-on-one session between Tony and a client who must learn how to separate from his stress. Tony helps him tap into the higher part of himself that is more than his emotion, and more than just his thoughts.
Finally, Emilee Garfield of the Cancer Core Recovery Project, shares her own experience, and how she is helping others heal through her "movement as medicine" philosophy.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-have-the-emotional-strength-to-handle-anything/id1098413063?i=1000456279077

#4
Debra Kasowski
Develop Your Emotional Strength (11 min)
In this podcast, Debra Kasowski helps you build emotional resilience and strengthen your emotional core by taking a proactive approach to managing your emotions, focusing on what is in your control, learning from your mistakes, embracing challenges, moving with highs and lows, and setting up for your comebacks.
https://debrakasowski.com/2023/08/20/develop-your-emotional-strength/
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Only sign up if you plan to show up (or risk being tarred and feathered in the town square).
If you can't make it-- please change your RSVP from YES to NO as early as possible so that others who might be waitlisted can still join

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[1]
Ideacast
The kind of humor that helps leaders build trust(30 min)
Leading an organization is a serious job, but Adam Christing argues that humor is a shortcut to building trust at an organization - and without it, you might be missing out on an important leadership tool. Christing is a comedian, speaker and author and he walks through five main kinds of humor that are most effective at work. It's not about knock-knock jokes, he says, but finding a style that's authentic to you. Christing is author of the book The Laughter Factor: The 5 Humor Tactics to Link, Lift, and Lead
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hbr-ideacast/id152022135?i=1000723592576

[2]
Healthy Vitals
Laughter in times of stress (17 min)
What does laughter do to the mind and body? Megan Dean is a Laughter Leader and explains why laughing is beneficial, especially during stressful times. Take a listen and have a chuckle.
Laughter in Times of Stress [Podcast] | Summa Health

[3]
Journey Ahead
Benefits of Humor and Laughter as We Age (37 min)
Research shows that, on average, children laugh 120 times a day while adults only laugh 17. As we brave the more serious sides of aging, it is important to incorporate ways to experience life’s lighter side to keep us balanced and be able to cope. In fact, laughter and a healthy dose of humor have been shown in studies to improve our physical, psychological, and social well-being. Tom Kidd of Balanced Wellness Services, a former health educator with approximately 30 years of teaching experience, sits down with Lisa Wells to discuss the benefits of finding humor and laughter later on in life.
Ep 23: Benefits of Humor and Laughter as We Age - Guest Tom Kidd...

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Only sign up if you plan to show up (or risk being tarred and feathered in the town square).
If you can't make it-- please change your RSVP from YES to NO as early as possible so that others who might be waitlisted can still join

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[1] TED
Why Reading Matters (14 min)
Speaking is already in our genes. But reading is not. Until about 100 years ago most people didn't do it all. When we read fiction especially, we create new pathways in our brain. Reading 30 pages of fiction every night gets the pathways thicker and thicker. Our brain needs a workout just like our body.
https://www.ted.com/talks/rita_carter_why_reading_matters

[2] TED
How Books Can Open Your Mind. (6 min)
What happens when a dream you've held since childhood ... doesn't come true? As Lisa Bu adjusted to a new life in the United States, she turned to books to expand her mind and create a new path for herself. She shares her unique approach to reading in this lovely, personal talk about the magic of books.
https://www.ted.com/dubbing/lisa_bu_how_books_can_open_your_mind?language=en&subtitle=en&audio=en

[3] Monday Mindset
The Importance of Reading for a Restful Life (34 min)
This week, Daisy shares an episode from Kwik Brain about the importance of reading for a restful life. Listening to audio books is one of her favourite things to do, so she was thrilled to find out how great it is for her health and wellbeing!
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-importance-of-reading-for-a-restful-life/id1515803126?i=1000699468971

[4 and 5] Read More, Read Well
Episode 1 Radical Reading. (10min)
Can reading be radical? It can be if you engage with literature, and let it change you.
In today's episode, Janel is joined by Courtney LoCoco, and they discuss how reading and discussing worthy books can be a radical endeavor in a world that is so loud and distracting.
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-reading-episode-1/id1474148409?i=1000647595657
Episode 2. Radical Reading (10 min)
When we read and discuss great books, they change us, and we in turn bring that change out into the world.
Janel and Courtney are back in "Radical Reading: Episode 2" to talk about how radical reading touches you and stays with you throughout your life...even to the point of influencing your vacation destinations! The difficult question is, though, how do we make room for radical reading in our busy lives?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/radical-reading-episode-2/id1474148409?i=1000648417618

For newbies (and we love new people/ new voices):
the street address will be sent to you ~3-7 days before the event (lots of street parking)
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Only sign up if you plan to show up (or risk being tarred and feathered).

• If you can't make it-- please change your RSVP from YES to NO as early as possible so that others can get in
• $2 on-site for refreshments/cover the annual fees for the meetup site.