It's my 49th birthday today and I was reflecting on the most useful skills I've learned - and still need to learn - in my efforts to live joyfully ..read more

This week, I had to re-learn a lesson about not over-complicating things. If you are stuck and going in circles, this episode might offer a new perspective and some simple options to find a way forward. If you have questions or would like to comment, visit nataliebritt.substack.com - you can subscribe there too and receive episodes and show notes direct to your inbox ..read more

In this episode, I share 8 ways to think like an Optimist ..read more

Why haven't we evolved to be eternally optimistic if optimistic thinking is so much better? The answer, like all things in nature, is that nothing is inherently good or bad, and the trick is to learn balance and have the ability to make best use of these different ways of thinking, depending on the requirements of the situation. This week I explore the benefits of Pessimistic Thinking (and offer a recap of that means for those who missed the last two episodes). If you have a natural tendency towards pessimistic thinking, this episode may help you harness the power that comes with it and build ..read more

Welcome to another episode of the Big Happy Life podcast where Natalie Britt, your hypnotherapist and host, takes you on an insightful journey of understanding and overcoming a "pessimistic explanatory style". Learn from her personal struggle with negative thought patterns and how she unmasked her pessimistic explanatory style, transforming it into a driving force for success. In this episode, Natalie shares her experiences as both a hypnotherapist and mindset coach, illuminating the often overlooked impact pessimism can have, even when encountering good events. She offers crucial insights int ..read more

Rubber cement is a type of adhesive. It's composed of rubber and is known for its ability to form flexible bonds before the bond becomes permanent. If you're feeling stuck in your efforts to achieve your health, wealth or business goals, this episode is for you.  I don't want to give away too much so you'll need to listen to find out more, but during the episode, I invite you to take an assessment before proceeding to listen to the rest of the show. Click here to access the official assessment at "Authentic Happiness" on the University of Pennsylvania website.   ..read more

"Joy is not something you quest for. It is something you allow. It is in your nature." - Tess Vergara My guest today is Tess Vergara, a Soul Powered Executive Coach who addresses the conflicts many executives face between mind and heart, soul and ego so they can be more productive, creative, abundant and successful.  In this episode, Tess helps explore the idea that fulfilment and joy require us to accept all parts of ourselves - including the parts we've been taught were "bad".  If you've every worried about being "selfish" or thought any part of you was "bad" or somehow "not good e ..read more

I'm on a bit of a personal quest right now - exploring what it means to live life as an expression of joy rather than in the pursuit of happiness. In this episode, I talk to the wonderful Tanya Hackney, author of "Leaving the Safe Harbor: The risks and rewards of raising a family on a boat".  This is one of the deepest, most thought provoking conversations I've had on the podcast as Tanya and I explore life, death, God, the universe and, of course, what it means to live life as an expression of joy. Tanya's faith is a huge part of her ability to do this, and she shares that with us, along ..read more

In this episode, I talk about 4 routes to wellness: 1. Neuroscience 2. Nutrition 3. Habits 4. Healing These form the four routes to wellness that I live by - the same four routes I teach. This is the final episode of the series before the podcast takes a break for the summer. Be sure to listen to the end if these 4 routes to wellness resonate with you as there's a fantastic offer available to those of you who want to delve in a bit further. Show notes available at bighappylife.co.uk ..read more

This week I revisit an old episode (25) - originally titled "Happiness and the Brain". Our understanding of both 'happiness' and 'the brain' is expanding all the time and cool new science is constantly emerging on both subjects. I've learned so much in the years since recording the original episode so this week I pull out the old episode, dusted it off and added a bit of polish in the form of new information and current tips and advice that could help you improve mood and reduce symptoms of mental ill health.   Show notes available at bighappylife.co.uk. Resources I mention during the epi ..read more