Do you compare yourself to others ?
Comparing ourselves to others, its something we all do, but is it a good idea ?
Nov 19, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 46
Happy Habit Podcast
A motivational exploration of all things health, science and wellbeing with presenter and biochemistry graduate Mathieu Norry. We look at psychology, philosophy, neuroscience and human biology amongst other subjects. New episodes are published every Monday and Thursday.
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Hangovers, what exactly are they and how to prevent them.
With Christmas only a few weeks away its inevitable people will have a drink or three to toast the end of a year to forget. With drink comes the hangover but what exactly is a hangover and how can we avoid them ?
Nov 16, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 45
What effect does bingeing on news media have on your health ?
We are bombarded with a 24 news cycle nowadays but what effects can this have on you mentally and physically ?
Nov 12, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Seasonal affective disorder and the benefits of light therapy
Well we're entering the winter months which is a time when people can experience lower mood levels on the for of S.A.D. in this episode of the Happy habit Podcast I explore how light in the forms of sunlight and artificial light affect the brain our and our bodies and how using light therapy can help boost mood and energy levels in the winter months.
Nov 09, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Why is yawning so contagious?
Yawning its one of those involuntary bodily functions that occurs when we are drowsy. Yawns are also extremely contagious, but why and why do we yawn at all ?
Nov 05, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 42
How to maximise your potential and break through your limits
Pushing your boundaries, maximising your potential and reaching your goals are what many people strive for. In this episode we look at Jim Kwik's new book Limitless which explores how we can expand our brains' capabilities, enhance our learning capacity and break through our preconceived limits.
Nov 02, 2020•15 min•Season 1Ep. 41
How to deal with toxic people
We all encounter toxic people in our lives and they can have a detrimental effect on us but this doesn't have to be the case, In this episode of the Happy habit podcast we find out how best to deal with toxic people.
Oct 29, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Enzymes can actually eat plastic ?
Plastics are a growing problem, not simply from an environmental standpoint but microplastics are making their way into our bodies via the food chain. Newly discovered naturally occurring enzymes have been found to eat plastic which gives us hope that we might have a way to tackle a growing global plastic mountain.
Oct 26, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 39
The obstacle becomes the way
In this episode I delve into Ryan Holiday's great book , The Obstacle is the way, which illustrates how by changing our perception of life's difficulties we can overcome those obstacles to grow and have a much more fulfilling life than we would have had if we had encountered no impediments in the first place.
Oct 22, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 38
Did you know Your dog can smell viruses ?
Following on the back of recent reports about dogs being used to smell Covid 19 in airports, we look at the amazing ability of dogs to smell the faintest of scents and how they could be vastly superior than any man made technology when it comes to coronavirus detection.
Oct 19, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 37
15 Life Lessons
Listeners seem to really like the Life Lesson episodes so i thought i would put together some more life lessons that you might find useful.
Oct 15, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 36
Did you know the microbes in your gut affect your mood
In this episode we're looking at the mind gut connection and the possibility that manipulating the microbes in your gut through diet etc can enhance your mood just as much as traditional pharmaceuticals.
Oct 12, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Talking mental health, well-being and yoga for children
This episode I'm talking with Eimear Walsh a school teacher who is also a mental health and well-being coach and a yoga instructor for children who incorporates mindfulness training into her yoga sessions.
Oct 08, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 34
The healing powers of massage
This episode we are taking a look at the scientifically proven healing powers of massage. Hi there Mathieu Norry here the host of the Happy Habit Podcast where we explore the world of health, science and wellbeing. If you are new, consider subscribing and spread the Happy Habit word.
Oct 05, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 33
Amazing facts about the human body
Mathieu Norry here the host of The Happy Habit Podcast, bringing you two new episodes on science , health and wellbeing every single week. Please subscribe an check out all the previous episodes. This episode we look at our amazing human body.
Oct 01, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Why we need to learn to forgive
Hello there, Mathieu norry here the host of The Happy Habit Podcast where we like to explore the scientific, health and wellbeing world around us. Consider subscribing with new episodes coming every Monday and Thursday. Today we talk about the immense power of forgiveness.
Sep 28, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 31
Reduce sugar to look younger
Mathieu Norry your Happy Habit Podcast host here with another health and wellbeing episode this time looking at the effects of sugar on ageing internally on the body and externally on the skin.
Sep 24, 2020•18 min•Season 1Ep. 30
Who moved my cheese ? Embracing change.
Thank you for tuning into this episode of the Happy Habit Podcast with listeners now in 21 countries. Its great to see so many people curious about health , science and wellbeing. I publish a couple of new episodes every week, normally on a Monday and a Thursday, feel free to subscribe for new episodes and check out previous episodes and spread the Happy Habit word. In this episode I dip into one of the best books I have ever read, 'Who moved my cheese' by Spencer Johnson. It's a simple lesson a...
Sep 21, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 29
What's the deal with Superfoods
Superfoods are all the rage these days, but are they all they are marketed to be ? It appears not. Hi there Mathieu Norry here with another edition of the Happy Habit Podcast, please consider subscribing if you enjoy learning about science, health and wellbeing and check out previous episodes with new episodes coming every week !
Sep 17, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Scientists say this one thing could increase lifespan by 50%
Mathieu Norry here the host of the Happy Habit Podcast, we like to satisfy our curiosity about the world around us. This episode we're looking into a naturally occuring AKG, a chemical than might increase lifespan by 50%
Sep 13, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 27
The power of a smile
Mathieu Norry here the host of the Happy Habit Podcast, we like to explore health, science and wellbeing, please consider subscribing. This episode I look at the power of a smile on your mood.
Sep 10, 2020•7 min•Season 1Ep. 26
The woman and the cakes
Mathieu Norry the host of the Happy Habit Podcast, an exploration of all things health, science and wellbeing. In this episode we look at a lesson on judging.
Sep 07, 2020•6 min•Season 1Ep. 25
10 life lessons from Confucius
We all like life lessons. Here are ten quick and easy life lessons from one of the greatest minds in history. Hey there Mathieu Norry here with another edition of The Happy Habit Podcast where we explore health, science and wellbeing. Please subscribe and spread the word, new episodes several times every week.
Sep 03, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 24
6 steps to greater empathy in your life
Mathieu Norry here, your Happy happy Podcast host. Once more we are exploring the world of health , science and wellbeing as we examine empathy and some steps we can take to enhance empathy in our lives.
Aug 31, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 23
A stress solution?
Hey there Mathieu Norry here with another episode of the Happy habit Podcast. Thank you for tuning in. So I started practising Tai Chi during the lockdown and found it to be great for relieving stress. Here I detail why and the benefits to the body and mind of even 5 minutes of Tai Chi per day.
Aug 27, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 22
5 ways to boost your immune system
The Happy habit Podcast is all about wellbeing, health and some science thrown in. This episode I give you 5 easy ways to boost your immune system as we enter into the autumn and winter months.
Aug 24, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 21
12 Benefits of Gratitude
Hi Mathieu Norry here , with episode number 20 0f the Happy Habit podcast where we explore all manner of health, science and wellbeing topics. This time we are looking at the benefits of gratitude.
Aug 20, 2020•10 min•Season 1Ep. 20
Why detoxing products are nonsense
Mathieu Norry here with episode 19 of the Happy Habit Podcast, this time we are looking at the notion of detox products and compare them to the body's natural detoxing organs.
Aug 17, 2020•11 min•Season 1Ep. 19
What are those floating bodies in your eyes ?
Mathieu Norry here with episode 18 of the Happy Habit Podcast. We like to be curious about all manner of health , science and wellbeing subjects. This episode we look at eye floaters, those weird floating blurry bodies you can see in your vision from time to time. What are they and how can eating pineapple help ?
Aug 13, 2020•8 min•Season 1Ep. 18
Reducing smartphone use helps you sleep ?
Its Mathieu Norry here with episode 17 of the Happy Habit podcast. In this episode we examine the downsides to using a smartphone on our health and wellbeing while providing some solutions to reducing smartphone usage.
Aug 10, 2020•14 min•Season 1Ep. 17
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