487: The Secret to Creating Vibrant Well-Being (Part 2)

If this conversation is speaking to something in you, April inside the School of Self-Image is devoted to The Vibrant Well-Being Framework – and there's no better time to step inside. https://schoolofselfimage.com/go What if the reason you don't feel as vibrant as you'd like isn't your schedule, your body, or your circumstances – but something far more subtle? In the second part of our conversation, Laura Hinton and I explore one of the biggest hidden drains on your energy, and what you can do instead. From shifting how you reflect on your day to retraining your brain to look for awe to rediscovering joy through simple pleasures – this episode invites you into a completely different way of living. Here's what we cover: • Why complaining often hides in "just telling the story" and how it quietly shapes your daily experience • The simple shift from reporting problems to sharing wins and how it retrains your brain over time • How awareness of your emotional state reveals when you've slipped into complaint mode • The "and" technique that redirects complaints into solutions, acceptance, or empowered action • Why journaling evolves from processing problems to training your mind to notice awe and amazement • The overlooked key to vibrant well-being: choosing joy, play, and hobbies that make you feel fully alive Did you enjoy this episode? Subscribe to the podcast and leave a 5-star review! You can also listen to this show on YouTube and on all your favorite podcast platforms. How to Connect with Tonya Leigh Website: https://schoolofselfimage.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyaleigh Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TonyaLeighOfficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyaleighofficial/ Pinterest: https://ph.pinterest.com/tonyaofficial/ Twitter: https://x.com/tonyaleigh YouTube: https://schoolofselfimage.com/yt-tl