✨ Introducing the 100-Day What If Project ✨What if you dared to see life differently? What if your challenges became opportunities, your stress became calm, and your doubts became possibilities?Starting 01/07/25, I’m launching a 100-day journey of reflection, inspiration, and connection. Each day, I’ll share a thought-provoking "What If" question designed to help you flip the script, spark joy, and reimagine what’s possible in your life.📖 How It Works:Every day, I’ll post a new "What If" prom...
Transform your daily life with the power of positive habits. In this episode, we talk about the science of habit formation and share practical strategies to build and maintain positive daily habits. We'll talk about the habit loop and the brain science behind forming habits. Whether you're aiming to boost productivity, enhance well-being, or simply add more joy to your everyday routines, this episode provides the tools you need to create lasting change. FB & IG: joyfulrisi...
Party Like It's Your 80th: Discovering Your Core ValuesEver wondered what your 80th birthday party would say about you? In this episode, we dive into the 80th Birthday Party Exercise—a unique method to uncover your deepest values and align your actions with what truly matters. Join Carrie as she explores other practical exercises as well, like the Values Clarification Exercise and the Life Map Exercise, designed to help you reflect on your past, envision your ideal future, and prioritiz...
In this episode, we explore the transformative power of yoga for both body and mind. Learn how yoga supports mental resilience, calms the nervous system, and helps release built-up stress—without needing to be ultra-flexible or spend hours on the mat. I’ll share my personal journey with yoga, unpack the research on its physiological benefits, and bust common myths that might be holding you back. Plus, discover one simple pose you can try today to start reaping yoga’s rewards—right where...
What if you could literally change your brain with just a few minutes of mindfulness each day? In this episode of Wait, Am I Saving the World?, we explore the science behind mindfulness and how it strengthens the brain’s resilience to stress. Learn how mindfulness calms the fight-or-flight response, grows your gray matter, and helps you stay present—even in the toughest moments.Plus, discover practical, beginner-friendly mindfulness techniques you can start using today to reset, recharge, and...
In this episode of Wait, Am I Saving the World?, we look into the PERMA framework from positive psychology—a practical, research-backed approach to finding balance and well-being in the face of stress. Join Carrie as she breaks down the five pillars of PERMA: Positive Emotions, Engagement, Relationships, Meaning, and Accomplishment.You’ll learn actionable strategies to reconnect with your “why,” celebrate small wins, and create moments of joy even on the toughest days. Because saving the worl...
Hi Friends and welcome to "Wait, Am I Saving the World?"-a podcast for the helpers, healers, and change-makers who are out there doing the work that changes lives. If you've ever felt the weight of the world, wondered if you're making a difference, or just need a reminder that YOU matter too, this space is for you. Each week we'll explore tools to help you stress less, live more, find joy, and thrive in your meaningful work.FB & IG: joyfulrisingcommunityWebsite: www.joyfulrising.net