#57 How Do I... Light Someone Up?

Episode 57 of the Be the Sun, Not the Salt podcast, hosted by Connie Fontaine and Harry Cohen, PhD, titled "#57 How Do I... Light Someone Up?" was published on July 31, 2025 and runs 7 minutes.

July 31, 2025 ·7m · Be the Sun, Not the Salt

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Summary

Ever wonder how to really light someone up—not just with a passing compliment, but in a way that sticks? In this “How Do I…” episode of Be the Sun, Not the Salt, Dr. Harry Cohen and Connie Fontaine roll up their sleeves to share practical ways to intentionally uplift the people around you. Here’s what you’ll hear: The magic of specifics: Why “great job” isn’t enough, and how pointing out exactly what impressed you makes praise more meaningful—and memorable.Keeping it real (and brief): How aut...

Episode Description

Ever wonder how to really light someone up—not just with a passing compliment, but in a way that sticks? In this “How Do I…” episode of Be the Sun, Not the Salt, Dr. Harry Cohen and Connie Fontaine roll up their sleeves to share practical ways to intentionally uplift the people around you.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

The magic of specifics: Why “great job” isn’t enough, and how pointing out exactly what impressed you makes praise more meaningful—and memorable.
Keeping it real (and brief): How authentic, concise acknowledgments land better than over-the-top accolades or generic kudos.
Praise that pays it forward: Candid stories about how a single, heartfelt comment can ripple out, inspiring more kindness and connection.
Avoiding the “ick” factor: Tips on making sure your recognition feels genuine (not like you’re sucking up or handing out empty flattery).
Everyday opportunities: From work meetings to a busy coffee shop, how small, one-on-one moments can have an outsized impact—and why you should give credit even when “everyone already knows.”
The power of being deliberate: Why looking people in the eye, using their name, and focusing fully on them turns ordinary encounters into something special—and how to let the moment be about them, not you.
Simple takeaways: If you’re already doing this, do it a little more. If you’re not, all it takes is a genuine moment and a specific observation to start.

Harry and Connie share their own “just did it” moments and invite listeners to try it out in your own lives—and then let us know how it went! Whether you want to make your workplace brighter, boost a friend’s day, or simply spread more good, this episode is your nudge to start now.

(Second in the “How Do I…” series—perfect for anyone ready to practice the art of lifting others up with intention, authenticity, and a little bit of heliotropic magic.)

To explore the book, or for more episodes, information, tips and tools to live a more heliotropic life, visit us at bethesunnotthesalt.com and find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.

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