Rachel Franco Certified Life Coach Certified Positive Psychology Life Coach

11/08/2021

This is really fascinating...

When we experience sudden, high stress, we activate our fight or flight response, getting the body ready to either flee the scene or fight. In our everyday experience of stress, there is no place to run or hide, and the stressful situation is not one that can easily be fought off. Most of us are not...

12/02/2020

This will be fun to try in December. A great way to end 2020 and ring in the new year!!

05/25/2020

https://www.forbes.com/sites/womensmedia/2020/05/08/how-to-rapidly-increase-your-happiness-level-today/

Have you recently been thinking, “When things get better then I’ll get happier?” I bet there’s a good chance you’ve been thinking that, under the current situation. And I don’t blame you, but I have good news for you because up to 40% of your happiness level is under your control.

05/04/2020

During this quarantine, if you are in need of a SHIFT in life, take this opportunity to do this awesome exercise. Looking to improve your business, start a new career/business, start a new habit or hobby...everyone can better themselves from this exercise. Have fun with it and think outside of the box...even if it seems ridiculous.

👇👇Click below to watch the video👇👇 Hello Creative Geniuses, Without a doubt this is the weirdest time, isn’t it? It’s shifted the world and placed us into a state of isolation, hoarding, fear and intense cleaning regimens. This past Sunday I watched Brene Brown on 60 minutes and I wa...

04/27/2020

Mark your calendars for Monday, May 4 from 12-1pm.

This could be really helpful for so many of us to prioritize positivity at this time. Barbara Fredrickson, a leading scholar in the field of positive psychology and the originator of the broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions. In this session, we’ll explore prioritizing positivity at a time when the heaviness of the COVID-19 trauma impacts all.

Positivity and Tragedy: Holding the WholeJoin Megan McDonough as she interviews Barbara Fredrickson, a leading scholar in the field of positive psychology and the originator of the broaden-and-build theory of positive emotions. In this session, we’ll explore prioritizing positivity at a time when ...

04/26/2020

We need to connect on many different levels to move ourselves mentally and physically forward. Let's emerge from this quarantine better than we were before!

Simple tools and techniques from Acceptance & Commitment Therap

04/18/2020

With the gyms being closed now, this is a good time to get out and walk. So many positive benefits for your mental and physical health. You can say hi to your neighbors and feel socially connected.

The benefits of walking extend to many aspects of health and fitness. Incorporating walking into one's daily routine is an excellent starting point.

04/16/2020

When you change your mind about stress, you will change your body's response to stress. Try it!

Stress. It makes your heart pound, your breathing quicken and your forehead sweat. But while stress has been made into a public health enemy, new research su...

03/30/2020

Meditation practice is so beneficial especially these days. Research shows that meditation helps boost your immunity, lowers anxiety and depression. Whether for 1 minute or up to 20 minutes a day, you will see the benefits. Here is a great introduction video on Meditations.

http://www.happier.tv/playlist/505/introduction-to-meditation/

1 Minute Meditation here: http://www.happier.tv/playlist/happier-self-meditations/1-minute-looking-forward-meditation/

Meditation is an ancient practice, with origins primarily in the East. Only recently, as a result of an abundance of research, is this practice finding its way into homes, organizations and schools around the world. The benefits of meditation span from physical health to mental health, from a strong...

03/12/2020

In the face of Coronavirus, "It’s wise...to address all impacts a public health hazard may cause, including stress" and fear associated with this pandemic. This is a great article to remind us how we can do this. Stay safe!

Take a deep breath. It’s easy to feel consumed by a rapidly developing situation like the COVID-19 pandemic, says behavioral scientist Kristen Lee. Measures to stay healthy are important, and so are measures to stay calm.

03/03/2020

Gratitude is the easiest way to stop negative thinking or a negative spiral. Our goal is to retrain our brains to think more positivity and make yourself happier. Mindfulness is a practice. Positive thinking is a practice. It takes daily work to increase your happiness and ultimately thrive!

It can be easy to get swept away in the fast lane and forget to stop and show your appreciation for what you do have. A life well lived is one of gratitude and thankfulness. To help you on your gratitude journey, here are 8 ways to have more gratitude in your daily life.