Tiny Leaps, Big Changes

In this episode we talk about why it’s so hard to ask for help even though it’s something we all need. Sit back and enjoy the show because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why we feel uncomfortable asking for help. - Why being kind will make it easier to ask. - How to deal with your issues and live in reality. NEW SHOW: Follow us on Instagram to watch Tiny Hacks TV @whatisparachute Music: youtube.com/watch?v=Mw3MThAY7jM Resources: How to Ask for Help quickanddirtytips.com/health-fitness/mental-health/how-to-ask-for-help Why Is Asking for Help So Difficult? nytimes.com/2007/07/07/business/07shortcuts.html?_r=0 Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about networking and how to get ahead in life by making better connections. Go ahead and put on your name tag because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why networking is important. - What to do if you aren't the life of the party. - Why value trumps entitlement. Follow is on instagram: instagram.com/whatisparachute Music: youtube.com/watch?v=i7GD9ki710U Resources: The Psychology of Networking: How Some Appear Natural While Others Stutter theundercoverrecruiter.com/psychology-networking-how-some-appear-natural-while-others-stutter/ Networking 101 for Introverts psychologytoday.com/blog/career-transitions/201010/networking-101-introverts Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about why you should focus on the small wins and I apologize for missing yesterday’s show. Stick around because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - The link between dopamine and motivation. - Why focusing on small wins trumps big goals. - How to build momentum and achieve more. Find Us on Instagram: @whatisparachute - Tune in tomorrow February 24th to view an experimental episode of Tiny Leaps Shorts. Music: youtube.com/watch?v=y8P-TT-kjVM Resources: The Science of Motivation: Your Brain on Dopamine Kevan Lee blog.idonethis.com/the-science-of-motivation-your-brain-on-dopamine/ Why our Brains Like Short-Term Goals Monica Mehta entrepreneur.com/article/225356 Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about why you shouldn’t skip breakfast if your goal is to lose weight. This is gonna be a great episode so stick around because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why breakfast is important for weight loss. - Other reasons not to skip breakfast. - What to do if you don't have enough time. Make Your Day Awesome: Sticky Quotes is an awesome company that wants to spread inspiration in the form of pre-printed sticky notes with motivational quotes. Check out this awesome pads by going to mytinyleaps.com/sticky and use the coupon code TINY to save 20% on your entire order. Connect: tinyleaps.co Music: youtube.com/watch?v=obgaJRBQmT0 Get Episode Emails: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Resources: Lose Weight: Eat Breakfast webmd.com/diet/obesity/lose-weight-eat-breakfast 4 Reasons Why You Should Never Skip Breakfast livescience.com/39598-reasons-never-skip-breakfast.html Does eating a healthy breakfast help control weight? mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/weight-loss/e

In this episode we talk about lucid dreaming, what it is, and how you can use it to solve problems even while you sleep. Stay awake just a little longer though because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - What is lucid dreaming? - How to use it to solve your problems. Start Saving More Money: I’ve been using Digit to help me save more money, it transfers small sums from your bank account without you noticing and deposits it into an FDIC insured savings account that you have full access to. Give Digit a shot and earn $5 just for signing up by going to tinysaversclub.com. Connect: tinyleaps.co Music: youtube.com/watch?v=t2hd6eq1H0c Get Episode Emails: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Resources: What Is Lucid Dreaming, and How Does It Work? huffingtonpost.com/van-winkles/what-is-lucid-dreaming-an_b_7663492.html Solving Problems in Your Dreams Kristian Marlow psychologytoday.com/blog/the-superhuman-mind/201508/solving-problems-in-your-dreams How to Use Lucid Dreaming and Dreams for Problem S

In this episode we talk my friend Billy and I get real with you. Stay tuned because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - The two costs of personal development. - What to do when you start to lose friends. - Why it's all okay and you'll be okay. Start Saving More Money: I’ve been using Digit to help me save more money, it transfers small sums from your bank account without you noticing and deposits it into an FDIC insured savings account that you have full access to. Give Digit a shot and earn $5 just for signing up by going to tinysaversclub.com. Connect: tinyleaps.co Music: youtube.com/watch?v=C9mRvvWQAGo Get Episode Emails: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Resources: followbilly.com The Better Business Show itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/better-business-show-daily/id1080155672?mt=2 Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about focus and concentration in the workplace, how you can improve it, and why you shouldn’t feel so bad if you do lose focus. But try to keep your focus going for just a bit longer because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - How losing focus drains your energy. - Why multi-tasking is a terrible idea. - Why losing your focus can be a good thing. Start Saving More Money: I’ve been using Digit to help me save more money, it transfers small sums from your bank account without you noticing and deposits it into an FDIC insured savings account that you have full access to. Give Digit a shot and earn $5 just for signing up by going to tinysaversclub.com. Connect: tinyleaps.co Music: soundcloud.com/disfigureofficial/painted-soul Get Episode Emails: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Resources: blog.sandglaz.com/the-science-behind-concentration/ psychologytoday.com/blog/your-brain-work/200910/easily-distracted-why-its-hard-focus-and-what-do-about-it Click to view: show pag

In this episode we talk about some the surprising science behind your spending habits. Go ahead and put away that credit card because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why it's not your fault that you spend so much. - How to stop spending so much. Episode Alerts: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Music: Amourouge - Good Love (feat. Aiva) | | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork Resources: iwillteachyoutoberich.com/blog/personal-finance-is-not-about-more-willpower/ cicmoney101.org/Course-Catalog/Psychology-of-Money.aspx moneycrashers.com/psychology-of-money-saving-spending-habits/ Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about the power of routine and why we wouldn’t be able to survive as a species without them. Chill out and turn your speakers up because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - What to do if you get in a rut? - Why routines are so important - How to use routines in your life. Quest (10 points): 1. Write out your morning routine. 2. Post to Twitter or Instagram with #mytinyleaps Episode Alerts: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Music: Nobody Like You | youtube.com/watch?v=AQoGS7rcXwE | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork Resources: sharecare.com/health/mental-fitness-nervous-system/varying-routine-benefits-brain psychologytoday.com/blog/changepower/201009/routines-comforting-or-confining npr.org/sections/13.7/2010/09/22/130051236/the-habitual-brain Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about journaling and the surprising benefits it can have on both your psychological and physical self. Crack open that notebook because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Journaling's effects on your psychology. - Journaling's effects on your physical health. - How to use journaling correctly. Quest: 1. Write 200 words about your day. 2. Post to Twitter or Instagram "I just wrote 200 words and I loved it!" with #mytinyleaps 3. Get 20 points. Music: This Year (Fox Stevenson Remix) | youtube.com/watch?v=htiyRFUjIqE | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork Resources: A new reason for keeping a diary Siri Carpenter apa.org/monitor/sep01/keepdiary.aspx The Health Benefits of Journaling Maud Purcell, LCSW, CEAP psychcentral.com/lib/the-health-benefits-of-journaling/ The Good and the Bad of Journaling Steven Stosny, Ph.D. psychologytoday.com/blog/anger-in-the-age-entitlement/201309/the-good-and-the-bad-journaling Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about the diets and the science behind why they just don’t work. Grab a snack and settle in because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why diets don't work. - How our brains sabotage us. - Why you can't lose weight. Quest: 1. Write down your weight goals. 2. Post "I just set a specific goal and I’m ready to rock" to Twitter and Instagram with #mytinyleaps Music by Shy Kid youtube.com/shykidmusic soundcloud.com/clowndubstep/shy-kid-i-dont-want-to-die-1 Resources: Sandra Aamodt – Why Dieting Doesn’t Usually Work (Ted Talk) ted.com/talks/sandra_aamodt_why_dieting_doesn_t_usually_work nextavenue.org/why-diets-dont-work--and-what-do-instead/ collective-evolution.com/2014/09/23/5-reasons-why-not-to-diet-what-to-do-instead/ npr.org/sections/thesalt/2015/06/01/411217634/in-eating-lab-psychologist-spills-secrets-on-why-diets-fail Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about the surprising effects that physical exercise has on your mind. It might be time to clean the dust off that treadmill because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - How exercise benefits the white matter in your brain. - Why prioritizing exercise is important. Daily Alerts: Text Tiny to 38470 Quest: 1. Choose 1 type of exercise. 2. Post on Twitter or Instagram each day that you complete 10 reps. Resources: Why Is Physical Activity So Good for Your Brain? Christopher Bergland 2014 psychologytoday.com/blog/the-athletes-way/201409/why-is-physical-activity-so-good-your-brain Physical Exercise for Brain Health brainhq.com/brain-resources/everyday-brain-fitness/physical-exercise Music: Tobu - Sapphire | | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about the weekend. More specifically, about how to get the most out of your weekends and leave yourself feeling refreshed for the week ahead. Go ahead and yell TGIF because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why exercise is an important thing to prioritize on the weekends. - How to take control of your weekend. - How to make Sunday great. Text Alerts: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Quest: 1. What is one thing you are grateful for from this week? 2. Post to Twitter or Instagram with #mytinyleaps Connect: tinyleaps.co Resources: oprah.com/spirit/How-to-Make-the-Most-of-Your-Weekend fastcompany.com/3004128/your-weekend-has-60-hours-heres-how-wring-most-out-them huffingtonpost.com/jonathan-alpert/8-powerful-ways-to-maximi_b_5698638.html en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neurobiological_effects_of_physical_exercise Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about saving money and I share three extremely simple approaches to doing that even if you feel like you can’t afford it. Go ahead and put your quarter in the piggy bank because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why we have a hard time saving money. - Why saving should come before expenses. - 3 Ways to save more money. *Note* I said two...I meant three -.- Quest: 1. Identify an area where you spend too much. 2. Post "I will save more money" on Twitter or Instagram with #mytinyleaps. Text Alerts: Text "Tiny" to 38470 Resources: The Truth About the Psychology of Saving and Spending Mike Coady 2013 mikecoady.com/truth-about-psychology-of-saving-and-spending/ Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode I talk about personal growth through the process of creation. This is a topic that I’ve adopted as a personal mantra so stick around because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - 3 benefits of taking your ideas and creating something. - How to get more confidence. - Why you should prioritize creation. Quest: 1. What do you want to create? 2. Post to Twitter or Instagram with #mytinyleaps Want Episode Alerts? Text "Tiny" to 38470 Schedule a Chat: tinyleapschat.com Connect: tinyleaps.co Resources: Mindy Kaling Why Not Me amazon.com/gp/product/B00N6PEMZK/ Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode I’ll share 3 simple things you can do to get a better night’s sleep and improve your daily performance. But don’t hit the snooze button just yet because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. Quest: 1. What can you do to optimize your sleep? 2. Tweet or post to Instagram with #mytinyleaps Schedule a Call: tinyleapschat.com Connect: tinyleaps.co Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about time management and the pomodoro technique. This one might be a bit basic for some of you but stick around because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - What is the pomodoro? - Why does it work? - How do you get started? Schedule a Call: tinyleapschat.com Quest (15 Points): 1. Complete 1 pomodoro session 2. Post "I just completed a pomodoro" to Twitter or Instagram with #mytinyleaps Music: soundcloud.com/swagytracks/upper-west-wouldnt-it-be Connect: tinyleaps.co Resources: Productivity 101: A Primer to The Pomodoro Technique Alan Henry 2014 lifehacker.com/productivity-101-a-primer-to-the-pomodoro-technique-1598992730 POMODORO: THE ULTIMATE WORK HABIT Nathaniel Eliason 2013 52weeksofhabits.com/2013/08/20/pomodoro-the-ultimate-work-habit/ Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about music and it’s effects on our productivity. Speaking of music, I hope you enjoy this song because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. Schedule a Chat: tinyleapschat.com In This Episode: - Why music isn't great for all work. - The one type of task music helps with. Quest: 1. Pick a song to play on repeat the next time you work. 2. Post the song on Twitter or Instagram with #mytinyleaps Connect: tinyleaps.co Music: Thomas Vx - Daze | youtube.com/watch?v=3l8BI... | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork Resources: helpscout.net/blog/music-productivity/ liquidplanner.com/blog/does-listening-to-music-at-work-affect-your-productivity/ Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about daydreaming and how it’s actually a sign that you are more capable than the task you are working on. But do me a favor and snap back into reality because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes. In This Episode: - Why we daydream - What it means about you - How to handle it instead of getting frustrated Schedule a Chat With Me: tinyleapschat.com Connect: tinyleaps.co Music: WVLF - The Collapse youtube.com/watch?v=2DpjEmGxBJo Resources: The Benefits of Daydreaming Joseph Stromberg 2012 smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/the-benefits-of-daydreaming-170189213 The Amazing Benefits of Day Dreaming on the Mind Scott Barry Kaufman, Ph.D 2014 alternet.org/personal-health/amazing-benefits-daydreaming-mind Click to view: show page on Awesound

In this episode we talk about indecision, who is affected by it, and what we can all do to improve our ability to make faster decisions. But you don’t have to worry about this decision because you are now listening to Tiny Leaps, Big Changes In This Episode: - The state that makes it hard for us to make decisions. - What we can all do to increase our decision making ability. Daily Quest: 1. Write down something that makes you feel ambivalent. 2. Post on Instagram or Twitter with #mytinyleaps Website: tinyleaps.co Free Audio Book: tinyleapsbook.com Music: Ivan B - Edge Of The World (ft. Niykee Heaton)(Prod. Tido Vegas) | | provided by CopyrightFreeNetwork soundcloud.com/ivanbnw/ivan-b-ft-niykee-heaton-edge-of-the-world-prod-tido-vegas Resources: Why So Many People Can’t Make Decisions Shirley S. Wang wsj.com/articles/SB10001424052748703694204575518200704692936 Dealing with Uncertainty: How to Cope with Ambivalence and Decision-Making Paula Durlofsky mainlinetoday.com/Blogs/Thinking-Forward/July-2013/Dealing