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10/19/2026

🍂 Is anyone else at that point in October where the year feels both impossibly long and alarmingly short?

There are holiday plans to make, deadlines to hit, and somehow it gets dark before you've finished your to-do list.

So here's your reminder today: You don't have to have everything figured out to enjoy the season you're in.

Pause. Take a deep breath. Notice the changing leaves. Call someone you love. Let one good moment be enough.

💙 What's one thing bringing you joy this week?

10/16/2026

10/15/2026

🐙 Did you know octopuses have zero bones?

Or that the average American eats about 81 bananas a year? 🍌

Some of the most fascinating things about our world can be discovered through simple numbers. This week's Shelf-Care For Kids story highlights a delightful children's book that turns counting into an adventure filled with surprising facts, big questions, and moments of wonder for curious kids (and adults, too).

Check out the book that's helping families see the world differently. 💙

https://livehappy.com/shelf-care-for-kids-2/shelf-care-for-kids-discovering-a-world-of-wonder-one-number-at-a-time

How many bananas have you eaten in the last year? According to Octopuses Have Zero Bones: A Counting Book About ...

10/13/2026

We often think shame is something we should just "get over."

But shame isn't just a feeling. It can quietly shape how we see ourselves, show up in relationships, and make decisions without us even realizing it.

This week on the Live Happy Now podcast, Dr. Frank Spinelli shares his own journey through trauma, recovery, and rediscovery, while unpacking why shame has such a powerful hold on us and what we can do to break free.

If you've ever felt stuck in old stories, self-doubt, or patterns you can't quite explain, this conversation offers both insight and practical tools for moving forward with greater authenticity and self-compassion.

🎧 Listen now: https://livehappy.com/season-12/turning-shame-into-strength-with-dr-frank-spinelli

10/12/2026

World Mental Health Day may have been over the weekend, but mental health isn't a one-day event.

It's how we talk to ourselves on a Monday. It's whether we take a break when we need one. It's checking in on a friend. It's choosing progress over perfection.

As we start a new week, remember: small actions matter. A deep breath, a walk outside, a conversation, a moment of gratitude. They may seem small, but they add up.

What's one thing you'll do for your mental well-being this week? 💙

10/10/2026

For World Mental Health Day, we're turning the microphone over to you. 🎙️

This year's theme is "Lived experiences heard: Real voices, real change."

So tell us:

What's one piece of mental health advice you learned through your own experience that you wish everyone knew?

Let's create a space where real stories, honest conversations, and shared wisdom can help more people thrive.

💙 Share your answer below.

10/08/2026

Not every mental health boost has to be life-changing.

Sometimes it's:

☀️ Opening the blinds.
📱 Texting a friend.
🚶 Taking a quick walk.
😂 Laughing at something ridiculous online.

What's one small thing that helps you feel a little more like yourself when life gets heavy?

Drop it below. Your answer might be exactly what someone else needs today. ❤️

10/07/2026

A lot of parents are asking the same question right now:

How do I talk to my teenager about the pressures they're facing?

For parents of boys, those conversations can be especially important. Social media, loneliness, appearance standards, and messages about masculinity all shape how young men see themselves and interact with the world.

This thoughtful read offers three practical ways to strengthen your connection and keep those conversations going.

Read the story: https://livehappy.com/family/the-pressures-teen-boys-face-and-three-ways-parents-can-help

Live Happy is a magazine, website, podcast and resource about a timeless quest: living a happy life.

10/06/2026

🎃 Raise your hand if you've already decorated for Halloween.

Good news: science is on your side.

Researchers have found that Halloween traditions can boost happiness, create a sense of belonging, and help us navigate seasonal change with a little more joy and a lot more connection.

Live Happy's Paula Felps and Michelle Jones explore why pumpkins, porch lights, costumes, and playful rituals are surprisingly powerful tools for well-being in this week's podcast.

👻 Listen now and tell us: what's your favorite Halloween tradition? 🧡🎧

https://livehappy.com/season-12/the-psychology-behind-halloween-joy-with-michelle-jones/