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E189 Do Dogs Hold the Secret to Happiness with Michelle Waitzman

Denise Eckert

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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