Michelle Waitzman is an author, writer and communications trainer. She lives in Toronto, Canada with her husband and two rescue dogs.

In this episode:

• Michelle shares how dogs can teach us to be happier by staying present and appreciating the simple things in life.
• Michelle explains why dogs are so much better at handling stress by focusing on the moment and letting go of negativity quickly.
• She talks about how we can learn to deal with stress by setting boundaries and having honest, non-blaming conversations with those around us.
• She shares how we often snap at the wrong thing, and why it's important to take a step back and figure out the real issue.
• Michelle encourages us to get outside for a walk, just like dogs do, to refresh our minds and boost happiness.
• Michelle explains how her book, Be As Happy As Your Dog, offers 16 easy ways to improve your happiness without adding more stress.
• Michelle reminds us to focus on appreciating the good things in our life, just like our dogs do every day.
• She talks about her monthly newsletter that provides happiness tips and interesting tidbits about dog behavior – sign up here

Contacting Michelle:

https://beashappyasyourdog.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beashappyasyourdog/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BeAsHappyAsYourDog/

Blogpost: https://therelaxationlounge.info/do-dogs-hold-the-secret-to-happiness-with-michelle-waitzman

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