Michelle Gielan on Spreading Joy: How Positive Thinking Can Change Lives
Those small changes not only influence the mindset of others, but also in our research, we find that they significantly influence business and educational outcomes as well.
Ever thought about how your mood can affect those around you? In this engaging episode of 'Recovery Unscripted', Lee Pepper, CMO of Foundations Recovery Network, sits down with Michelle Gielan, a former CBS news anchor and the best-selling author of 'Broadcasting Happiness'. Broadcasting live from the Recovery Results conference in Dallas, Michelle dives into the fascinating world of positive psychology. She shares how our daily 'broadcasts'—the moods and attitudes we project—can significantly influence the people we interact with.
From parenting to leadership, Michelle highlights how even small shifts in our mindset can lead to big changes in how we handle stress, adapt to change, and face challenges. She also introduces the concept of stress-enhanced training and offers practical tips for boosting work optimism, support provision, and positive engagement scores using her success scale. As an accomplished storyteller, Michelle also gives us a peek into her writing process and hints at future projects.
Whether you're looking to improve your own outlook or inspire those around you, this episode is packed with actionable insights and uplifting stories that can help you spread a little more joy in your everyday life.