Polly Campbell, Simply Said

If you want to succeed in today’s changing business climate and create the life you desire, you’ll need to understand the psychology of success. Join author and entrepreneur Polly Campbell as she offers science-based success strategies and practical ideas you can adopt today, to build a better business and create a life you want to live.

Self-Improvement
Mental Health
Entrepreneurship
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Ep. 89 Easing the Pressure
S2 Interview with Dr. Carrie Hastings
28 min
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Ep. 87 Don't Be Bored!
Boredom can trigger depressed moods and bad habits, but how can we keep things interesting even when we are stuck in the mundane of a daily routine? We'll cover some practical, boredom-busting strategies in this episode. And, we'll also explain how...
23 min
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Ep. 86 Make Your Own Happiness
One way to experience more happiness is to believe you can be happier. In this episode, we talk about the research and the strategies that can help us feel happier no matter what's going on the world. 
27 min
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Ep. 85 This Can Change the World
Choose compassion. Not only will you help others who are struggling, but the choice will boost your mood, improve your heart health, and leave you feeling better no matter what's going on in the world. Here's how to do it. 
26 min
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Ep. 84 Working Better from the Home Office
S2 Interview with author Laura Vanderkam
22 min
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Ep. 83 How to Cut the Cravings
I've added some pandemic pounds this year by loading up on comfort food, but I've cut my craving for ice cream and other high-carb snacks and I'm feeling better. In today's show, we cover some science-backed strategies that might help you do it too. 
21 min
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Ep. 82 How to Be a Better Leader at Home and Work
The most effective leaders are consensus-builders, not bullies. In this episode, we talk about how we can all be more effective leaders at home and at work, inspiring and motivating our kids and our teams to collaborate and succeed no matter the task.
24 min
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Ep. 81 Creating a Good Life with the Rules of I...
Will you accept the offer? Or reject it? How we answer that question determines what we will draw into our lives next, says Gary Hirsch, visual artist and creative consultant who draws from his improv background to find creative solutions for business...
28 min
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Ep. 80 Imposter Syndrome
Feeling like a fraud? Filled with self-doubt? Psychologists estimate about 70 percent of us experience Imposter Syndrome. What does that mean and how can we deal with it before it sabotages our success?  We'll cover it all in this episode of...
20 min
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Ep. 79 Dealing with the Downside
Life has plenty of challenges -- we've experienced many this year alone. Last week was a super difficult one for me. But, it's how we deal with the downside that makes a difference. How we manage the sadness and stress and upset can add meaning and...
30 min
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Ep. 78 S2 How to Help Our Kids (and ourselves) ...
School psychologist Trish Thompson joins the S2 Interview
32 min
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Ep. 77 Stop Procrastinating Now
I put off cleaning the shelf long enough. But, not anymore. I pushed through the procrastination and got 'er done today. Do you have something you've been putting off? Here's why procrastination ups our stress and anxiety and how we can counteract it...
25 min
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Ep. 76 It's OK to Enjoy Life -- Especially Now
Research shows that an important part of living a healthy, happy life full of well-being is to take time to relax and enjoy the little things. Here's how to do it. 
24 min
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Ep. 75 Meditation Three Ways
Meditation can help us calm our thoughts, ease stress, improve immune function and just feel better -- but I think we often make it too hard. Here are three ways to start your own 5-minute practice and why I think it's worth doing. Truly, if this Type...
31 min
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Ep. 74 Better Nonverbal Communication
Eye-contact is key -- especially now
22 min
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Ep. 73 The Best Way to Learn Online
Strategies to Make It Easier
27 min
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Ep. 72 Unleashing Our Inner Strength with Sue P...
Author of Strength: Meditation for Wisdom, Balance, and Power, joins us for the S2 interview to talk about how we can use our core qualities to integrate our hearts with our heads and cultivate inner strength. 
25 min
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Ep. 71 Rolling with the Emotional Ups...and Downs
Learning to notice and experience our emotions -- even the uncomfortable ones -- are key to living a less stressful, more rewarding life. In this episode, we cover 15 easy-peasy ways to do it. 
26 min
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Ep. 70 Reaching Acceptance
Acceptance is not resignation or giving in, it's a way of seeing the reality of the moment so you can be calm, relaxed, responsive. It feels a whole lot better than pushing back against life all the time, and you'll make better decisions that will...
24 min
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Ep. 69 How to Have a Better Day
Choosing certain actions and behaviors can impact our feelings. Hobbies that interest you, social connection (even via Zoom), exercise, and other positive activities can lead to positive feelings and elevate your days, no matter what you are...
29 min
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Ep. 69 Dealing with Emotional Triggers
Emotional triggers can cause us to eat, drink, or unconsciously dip into other bad behaviors that can have a destructive impact on our lives. But, with a little awareness and understanding, we can identify our triggers and find other ways to stay...
27 min
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Ep. 67 Take a Break
Why you must take your vacation -- especially now
20 min
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Ep. 66 Holistic Health Habits to Ease Stress Now
Self-care strategies to support ourselves and others
27 min
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Ep. 65 Findng Your Ikigai with Tim Tamashiro
Practicing this philosophy can lead us to purpose, meaning, happiness
24 min
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Ep. 64 Motivation or Not
What to do when you don't want to do anything
24 min