414. The Truth About Living in LA, Our Craziest Celebrity Interactions & Maria’s Untold Industry Stories + A Proven Technique To Release Anger

Brain expert Dr. Amen has studied the brain probably more than anyone else having built the world’s largest database of brain scans related to behavior, totaling more than 200,000 scans on patients from 155 countries. Today he joins us to talk all about how to get happier!!! He teaches us proven, easy techniques to reduce anxiety and the best part, they are natural AND free! Plus Dr. Amen reveals the 5 different brain types and the 7 neuroscience secrets of feeling good based on your type. We also go over the increase in ADD/ ADHD and the connection between concussion and anxiety. We go over a lot today but don’t feel overwhelmed as Dr. Amen breaks it down simply for all of us to understand and gives us the simple steps to increase our happiness!!  RESOURCES:  IG: @doc_amen Website: www.brainmd.com  Book: “You, Happier” Link to book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Happier-Neuroscience-Secrets-Feeling/dp/1496454529  App: Hapi Brain

27 Apr 202250min

Brain expert Dr. Amen has studied the brain probably more than anyone else having built the world’s largest database of brain scans related to behavior, totaling more than 200,000 scans on patients from 155 countries. Today he joins us to talk all about how to get happier!!! He teaches us proven, easy techniques to reduce anxiety and the best part, they are natural AND free! Plus Dr. Amen shares the science behind what creates happiness in the brain and how slight adjustments to our daily actions can greatly increase it, reducing the need for medication. We go over a lot today but don’t feel overwhelmed as Dr. Amen breaks it down simply for all of us to understand and gives us the simple steps to increase our happiness!!  And if that isn’t enticing enough, Dr. Amen’s story about his pet raccoon as a teen is pretty epic - you don’t want to miss it ;)  RESOURCES:  IG: @doc_amen Website: www.brainmd.com  Book: “You, Happier” Link to book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Happier-Neuroscience-Secrets-Feeling/dp/1496454529  App: Hapi Brain

26 Apr 202249min

As we’ve learned, our thoughts really can control our reality and can shift it for the better or worse. Over the last few weeks, Maria has been doing Joe Dispenza’s meditation “The Formula,” learning how to direct her thoughts away from the sufferings of the past and into the possibility of the future. And today she shares what she has learned so we can do the same! We go over the key to visualization so that we can think our dreams into reality, why protecting your energy is more than just staying away from negative people, how to make space for your goals … and so much more!  Maria is continually updating this page to find the best of the best so you don’t have to do the work! And as a reminder, even if you don't see something you like here but having something in mind you do want to buy at Macy's, please support us and use the link. Every purchase through this link helps us keep the show going :) www.macys.com/bettertogether  Also, be sure to check out www.mariamenounos.com for the “cliff notes” of all our episodes where we compile the life-changing lessons into one blog called "life-hacks." Plus, we share Maria's favorite new products & her must-haves!

25 Apr 202243min

Hey Regular Guys and Gals, happy Regular Guy Friday. The power of 'Intentional Purchasing'. Scheduling may be your way to success and fulfillment. Be honest, but be mindful of who deserves your truth. Accountability coaches or accountability friends. Dream analysis. Task journals. Grace Slick 'focused' on Somebody to Love at Woodstock while Thelma Houston played 'Don't Leave Me This Way' in Provincetown. Bye Betches.

22 Apr 20221h 6min

Are you aware of your impact on the environment? Because today we learned how much our small daily habits are actually really harmful to the environment and learned some statistics that were shocking to say the least. BUT we also learned a lot of easy, simple changes we can make that will greatly reduce our carbon footprint. In our Earth Day special, Maria is joined by two incredible pioneers in the sustainability space: co-founder & co-CEO of List Perfectly Clara Albornoz and founder & CEO of Bite Lindsay McCormick.  Clara reveals the fashion industry’s detrimental impact on the planet and how you can make a difference AND make money by selling your trash (yes, you read that right).  Lindsay talks the beauty industry and how its use of plastic not only affects mother earth but also our health, sharing that microplastics were found in the human bloodstream… We are so grateful to have learned these amazing and surprisingly simple tips from two inspiring women - we hope you learned as much as us! Show the earth some love by sharing this with a friend so that we can all do our parts in keeping our gorgeous planet clean and healthy! RESOURCES IG: @bite Website: www.bitetoothpastebits.com  IG: @listperfectly  Website: www.listperfectly.com

21 Apr 20221h 7min

In part 2 of our interview with Somatic Experiencing Therapist, with whom Maria works with weekly, Brian Mahan walks us through creating boundaries and a healthy relationship with anger. We talk: why inhibited anger makes it difficult to create boundaries. How to set and sustain boundaries. Tips to handle breached boundaries in the workplace and in life. Why anger will set your free. And an easy, free tool to release anger.  We hope you enjoy! RESOURCES: Website: https://briandmahan.com/  Link book: https://www.amazon.com/Cried-All-Happy-Hour-Transformation-ebook/dp/B09TY3S6TP

20 Apr 202249min

Somatic Experiencing Therapist, with whom Maria works with weekly, Brian Mahan comes on to talk about overcoming shame and healing trauma. But don’t fret, while it may seem heavy, Brian breaks it down super simply for us. We talk: Healthy vs. toxic shame. Trauma is a physiological wounding experience. Shame leads to loss of authenticity. First steps to healing childhood wounds. Why millennials and Gen-Z struggle with perfectionism and self-sabotage. And MUCH more! We hope you enjoy!  RESOURCES: Website: https://briandmahan.com/  Link book: https://www.amazon.com/Cried-All-Happy-Hour-Transformation-ebook/dp/B09TY3S6TP

19 Apr 20221h 13min

Today the Better Together gals talk everything from Easter to astrology. Maria discusses the new way we should view spring. The shocking medical discoveries she learned from her chiropractor. Kelsey shares Easter statics. We talk about where we should visit based on our star signs. And lastly, we should expect astrologically in the coming month. We hope you enjoy and had a great Easter and Passover, if you celebrate!

18 Apr 202247min