Welcome to “The Happiness Contribution™ Show
Hosted by Rosaria Cirillo (Certified Happiness Trainer, CX Pro & Laughter Yoga Teacher) in this show we talk with incredible people about the various roles Happiness plays in our lives, sharing knowledge and practices about what contributes to our happiness and how we can contribute to others’ happiness as individuals and as business leaders.
We share content in three main formats:
- Trailblazers or Insight Interviews: 25 to 35 minutes interview with conscious and inspired leaders that are setting the example with their work and leadership or that can share insights about the science of happiness and special ways we can cultivate happiness
- Shots or Practices: 3 to 6 minutes short recording in which we share one insight or one practice that contribute to our happiness
- Insights: 20 to 30 minutes recording in which we share in-depth content about what contributes to our happiness and how businesses can do their part in contributing to the happiness of their employees, customers, or society.
Take time for nurturing your inspiration & happiness awareness with Rosaria & her guests.
Tune in on your favorite podcast app to listen to episodes & on YouTube to watch the webcast version.
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Music Credit: Yellow by Emiliano Toso (Translational Music 432hz) www.emilianotoso.com
What, why and how of Yoga Nidra
IIn this post, also available as episodes 24 (Insight) and 25 (Guided Practice) of the Happiness Contribution™ Show, I share with you
• My journey to discover Yoga Nidra
• What is Yoga Nidra
• Why is so beneficial, referencing a shortened abstract from the article “The Origin and Clinical Relevance of Yoga Nidra” published in 2022 on PubmedCentral, and key insights from the book Yoga Nidra by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• a poem about YN written by Swami Satyananda Saraswati
• the link to a guided recorded practice
What is Yoga and what are the 16 types of Yoga connected to 7 chakras
In June 2023, I gave myself the best gifts of all: a full month for myself, my self-care, and my self-growth, going for a full month to Nepal, joining three different courses (Yoga, Reiki, and Singing Bowls) and enjoying this wonderful country and all the care I received at the Himalayan Yoga Academy.
As part of the Yoga Teacher training and the requirements to obtain the certification, in addition to practicing daily at least 90 minutes of Hatha Yoga and 90 minutes of Ashtanga Yoga, I was required to complete three written assignments, three practical assignments, a written exam and to prepare a 20-minute presentation deepening research and understanding on a topic of choice. Since I’m really fascinated by overviews and a deep understanding of concepts and connections among them, I choose to look at the different types of yoga (did you know there are 16 main ones?) in relation to the 7 different chakras.
In this post, I share with you my findings about what is Yoga really and the 16 types of yoga connected to the 7 chakras.
Read more in the post…
15 takeaways from my Yoga Teacher training & journey in Nepal
In this post, also available as episode #21 of the Happiness Contribution Show, I share with you why I went to Nepal for a Yoga Teacher Training as a much-needed learning and recharging journey; 3 types of recovery recommended by Tal Ben-Shahar to handle any type or amount of stress; what did I do in Nepal for a whole month; what is actually Yoga; 15 takeaways from my learning journey and the Yoga Teacher training; and the three gifts technique that allows us to turn any challenge into an opportunity, from Shirzad Chamine Positive Intelligence Coaching program I followed in April & May.
Three types of Happiness & why Happiness Contribution is a better goal than happiness
In this post, also available as episode #8 of the Happiness Contribution Show, I share with you my definition of Happiness, the 3 types of happiness (spoiler: Hedonic, Eudemonic, Mature) and related aspects, the sun and sunflower metaphors, why Happiness Contribution is a better goal than happiness and became a podcast show, and about International Day of Happiness and the yearly World Happiness Report. One of my favorite parts of this post is the intuition, that I had during our autumn break, applying the metaphor of the sun to the three types of happiness. Read more in the post.
The power of Laughter & World Laughter Day
In this post, also available as episode #4 of the Happiness Contribution Show, I share with you about the power of Smile and Laughter, the amazing health benefits of Laughter Yoga (aka unconditional laughter), World Laughter Day, and how Laughter can help us towards peace!
15 tips to cultivate Happiness and blossom like a sunflower
In this post, referenced in episode #2 of the Happiness Contribution Show, I share with you 15 tips, based on the Science of Happiness and the insights gained during the research done while writing Yellow Factor, to cultivate happiness, fill up your “happiness tank” and blossom like a sunflower.
Nurture your well-being and flourish
The last 3 years have been tough! Working from home has taken a massive toll on all of us with reduced physical and social activities, increased stress, loneliness, and burnout. Chances are, you often ask yourself “how do I take care of my well-being with the limited time and resources I have? And where do I even start?”. Would you like to know how you can thrive and blossom in life and in business? Check out our Open Programs to nurture your well-being and increase your customer & employee experience knowledge.