A Toolkit for a Better Life

Today I talk with Mason de Chochor about "Efficiency". How do we define efficiency, how to become more efficient, how do we measure it, how efficiency has changed through history, and what are the downsides of being efficient. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

Today Christine Petersen talks with Sarah Hughes about what it means to be human : hope, despair, joy, sorrow - all the emotions we have and how to live with them as best we can. Sarah's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesarahhughes Sarah's Youtube Channel: https://youtube.com/@sarahhughesboostbusinessgrowth To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this episode, Christine Petersen speaks with nutritionist Kim Arrey about ADHD and the effects diet can have. What can we do to improve the condition, and what are the tricks and tips for living and eating well. To contact Kim: https://kimarreynutrition.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kimarreynutrition To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

Today Christine Petersen speaks with Sarah Auerbach about "Positive Leadership". What is it, what are the advantages, how can it help leaders and organisations grow and motivate their staff, and what are the various models used with this approach. Resources: Sarah'sLlinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-auerbach-5b822130/ The papilio PROUD model: https://www.papilio.ch/en/services/assessment-development/development/#accordion-1426 Book by Kim Cameron: Positive Leadership – Strategies for extraordinary performance San Francisco: Berret-Koehler Publishers https://positiveorgs.bus.umich.edu/people/kim-s-cameron/ Book by Ruth Seliger: Positive Leadership https://www.trainconsulting.eu/en/inspiration-learning/positive-leadership-the-management-revolution/ Book by Markus Ebner: Science behind Positive Leadership https://www.perma-lead.com/en/positive-leadership To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this episode, Christine Petersen talks with Mason de Chochor about Meditation, what is it, what are the different types of meditation, and what are the benefits. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this episode Christine Petersen tells the story of Ernest Shackleton, his epic journey across the Antarctic, and what lessons in Leadership we can learn from him. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this episode, Christine Petersen speaks with Kim Arrey about the links between the diet we choose and our mental health. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/ For more information about Kim Arrey: https://kimarreynutrition.com/ https://www.facebook.com/kimarreynutrition Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this episode I speak with Sarah Auerbach, an organizational psychologist working in the human resources field. We talk about Positive Psychology. What is it, what elements does it include, and how can we use it to improve our lives. Resources: Sarah's linkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-auerbach-5b822130/ Sarah's employer: papilio ltd. - https://www.papilio.ch/en/papilio/ Dr. Martin E.P. Seligman, Founder of Positive Psychology: https://ppc.sas.upenn.edu/   Favourite reading: “Flourish” by Martin Seligman The Strengths test: https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/testcenter - select "VIA Survey of Character Strengths" The german website from University of Zurich: https://www.charakterstaerken.org/ The fuck up nights Community https://community.fuckupnights.com/landing?space_id=5744563 To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this first episode for 2024, I talk with Mason de Chochor about Willpower. An apt topic to start the New Year, when we tend to decide on our New Year resolutions! To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this episode I speak with Julia Weingarten about Glows and Glimmers - small moments of happiness - as well as the Polyvagal Theory and how we can tune in to our realms of happiness. I hope you enjoy! Links: Julia Weingarten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliaweingarten/ Deb Dana "Anchored: How to befriend your nervous system using polyvagal theory". Nov 21 Stephen Porges, Polyvagal theory, 1994 Dan Siegel, Intraconnected : MWe (Me + We) as the Integration of Self, Identity, and Belonging SSP (Safe and Sound Protocol) - Music Auditory Intervention https://integratedlistening.com/products/ssp-safe-sound-protocol/ To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

This week, I speak with Mason de Chochor about Charisma. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this week's podcast, I speak with Isabella Puddu and Francesca Betteni about Caregiving. At some point in our lives, we will either be caregivers or caretakers. This topic is not often spoken about - and spoken about enough. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

In this week's episode, I talk with Mason de Chochor about an unusual topic: Target Shooting. We talk about my personal experience with learning to shoot at paper targets and how it has helped me become calmer and more focused. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

This week, I speak with Mason de Chochor about Compassion. To contact us: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/

Today I speak with about Isabella Puddu and Francesca Betteni about the importance of Self Care when dealing with illnesses or crises. Isabella’s Profile - linkedin.com/in/isabella-puddu-8b649a7 Email - isabella@pudducoaching.com Francesca’s Profile linkedin.com/in/francesca-betteni Website - pratica-mente.ch Email - francesca@pratica-mente.ch To contact me: toolkitbetterlife@gmail.com - https://www.atoolkitforabetterlife.com/   Disclaimer: This podcast represents the views of Christine Petersen and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only.  © Christine Petersen, VIRAK sagl - https://www.virak.com/ - https://www.linkedin.com/in/christinebpetersen/