🧠 Human brains are wired to focus on the negative. Wouldn’t it be great if we could change our brains to have more happiness?

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📌 Key Topics Covered:

🧠 The Science of Positive Psychology: rewire our brains to focus on gratitude and resilience, even during difficult times.

📲 The Power of Short Bursts: can have a profound impact on mental well-being.

🌅 Morning Rituals for Mental Health: The importance of starting each day with a calming routine.

In this episode, hosts Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton explore the science behind rewiring our brains for positivity with Mark S. Fussell, founder of the nonprofit Take 2 Minutes. With over 25 years of IT experience, Mark has developed a suite of tools that leverage positive psychology to improve mental wellness. He shares his journey from sending daily positive messages to his son to creating a platform that offers gratitude journaling, meditation, and grounding exercises. This episode uncovers practical strategies to manage anxiety, build resilience, and develop daily habits for a happier, more balanced life.

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They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

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Feeling election anxiety?

You’re not alone.

In this episode, we dive into why this election feels especially intense and how to keep calm as we approach November 5. From navigating the 24/7 news cycle to managing political conversations, we discuss strategies to keep your mind steady during this high-stakes time. Whether you’re a news junkie or trying to avoid the media altogether, we offer tips for staying informed without feeling overwhelmed.

📌 Key Topics Covered:

• 🧠 Understanding Election Anxiety: Why this election feels different and the psychological impact of constant news updates.
• 📰 Setting Boundaries with News Consumption: Practical ways to stay updated without becoming consumed by the latest headlines.
• 💬 Managing Conversations with Family and Friends: Tips for handling political discussions respectfully while protecting your peace.
• 🌱 Building Resilience and Moving Forward: How to cultivate a calm mindset now, on Election Day, and as the results unfold.

✨ Takeaway:
You don’t have to be consumed by election anxiety. With these simple, actionable steps, you can stay grounded and prepared, no matter what happens on November 5. Tune in for insights that will help you navigate the coming weeks with a clear head and a sense of control.

🧑‍💼 Special Guest:
Today, we’re joined by Anthony Gostick, co-author of Anxiety at Work and contributing author for Anxiety at Work projects. Anthony has written for publications like Forbes, NBC Better, and CNBC, sharing insights on managing workplace anxiety. With a background in biotechnology, he graduated with honors and worked in an NIH-funded genetics lab during his college career. Currently, Anthony is helping create training content that empowers leaders worldwide to build resilience within their teams. His unique perspective on managing stress is vital for navigating high-stakes times like election season.

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Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

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Key Takeaways 🎯

• Acknowledge the humanity in others
• Understand your impact on others
• Redemption is possible

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

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For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
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Our guest today says many of us blind ourselves to our true motivations!

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Key Takeaways 🎯

• Acknowledge the humanity in others
• Understand your impact on others
• Redemption is possible

With us is Desmond Lomax, co-author of the bestselling book “Leadership and Self Deception.” Desmond is a clinical mental health therapist who worked 20 years in the field of law enforcement and corrections. He is a senior consultant at the Arbinger Institute and adjunct professor at the University of Utah.

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For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

🧑‍🏫 Studies confirm that career development is the single most powerful tool managers have for driving retention, engagement, and results!

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Key Takeaways 🎯

• Intentionality is Crucial for Career Conversations
• Psychological Safety is Foundational
• Hybrid and Remote Work Require Extra Effort

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

🧑‍🏫 Studies confirm that career development is the single most powerful tool managers have for driving retention, engagement, and results!

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Key Takeaways 🎯

• Intentionality is Crucial for Career Conversations
• Psychological Safety is Foundational
• Hybrid and Remote Work Require Extra Effort

With us are our friends Beverly Kaye and Julie Winkle Giulioni (jū – lē – ō – nē) who are internationally recognized experts on career issues. They are out with a new edition of their classic book: Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go: Career Conversations Organizations Need and Employees Still Want.

Speaking about prioritizing self-care, let's talk about Magic Mind. It's the world's first mental performance shot, a little bottle full of nutrients that's all natural and wonderful. https://magicmind.com/gostickandelton and receive a 20% discount with GOSTICKANDELTON20

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For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

🔍What are the world’s best people leaders doing to help their workers with rising stress and anxiety levels?

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Key Takeaways 🎯
💡 Psychological Safety is Key: Leaders must create an environment where employees feel safe to share their mental health struggles

🗣️ Talk About It: Open communication about mental health should be encouraged at all levels

🏃‍♂️ Set Boundaries & Prioritize Self-Care: Self-care is crucial for preventing burnout and maintaining mental health.

We encourage you to listen to the full episode and as always, we hope the time you spend with us will help remove the stigma of anxiety and mental health in the workplace and your personal life.

Support the show

For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...

🔍What are the world’s best people leaders doing to help their workers with rising stress and anxiety levels?

👂Listen in and remember to like, comment, subscribe, & share 🧡

Key Takeaways 🎯
💡 Psychological Safety is Key: Leaders must create an environment where employees feel safe to share their mental health struggles

🗣️ Talk About It: Open communication about mental health should be encouraged at all levels

🏃‍♂️ Set Boundaries & Prioritize Self-Care: Self-care is crucial for preventing burnout and maintaining mental health.

Speaking about prioritizing self-care, let's talk about Magic Mind. It's the world's first mental performance shot, a little bottle full of nutrients that's all natural and wonderful. https://magicmind.com/gostickandelton and receive a 20% discount with GOSTICKANDELTON20

We welcome our friend Chris Rainey who is husband to an amazing wife, father to a beautiful girl, a sports addict, podcast host and Co-Founder of HR Leaders, a cross-industry learning community, powered by the world’s most influential HR practitioners.

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For a weekly dose of gratitude from Chester Elton, text GRATITUDE to 908-460-2820.

Until next week, we hope you find peace & calm in a world that often is a sea of anxiety.

If you love this podcast, please share it and leave a 5-star rating! If you feel inspired, we invite you to come on over to The Culture Works where we share resources and tools for you to build a high-performing culture where you work.

Your hosts, Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton have spent over two decades helping clients around the world engage their employees on strategy, vision and values. They provide real solutions for leaders looking to manage change, drive innovation and build high performance cultures and teams.

They are authors of award-winning Wall Street Journal & New York Times bestsellers All In, The Carrot Principle, Leading with Gratitude, & Anxiety at Work. Their books have been translated into 30 languages and have sold more than 1.5 million copies.

Visit The Culture Works for a free Chapter 1 download of Anxiety at Work.
Learn more about their Executive Coaching at The Cultur...