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Be Kind. Be Positive. Be Yourself.

Be Kind. Be Positive. Be Yourself.

By Matthew Handel

Three simple phrases. One main idea. I just want to connect with people using the ideas of a positive mindset, kind lifestyle, and the challenge of being yourself. If you decide to listen and become part of the “Be Kind. Be Positive. Be Yourself” community, then I am forever grateful from the bottom of my heart.

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Quick Chats: Positivity Always Wins

Be Kind. Be Positive. Be Yourself. Jan 20, 2020

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What Are Your Words?

What Are Your Words?

Hello my friends 👋🏻 It feels good to release a new episode to you. And, even though I said episode 166 and meant 167 (I was a little rusty 😀), I’m really excited for this one to be out. I hope you enjoy 💜
Jun 25, 202314:16
Protect Your Energy

Protect Your Energy

Protecting your energy can look differently for each of us. It’s so crucial to our regulation and self love. I hope you enjoy episode 166 :)
May 07, 202319:11
Your Story Matters

Your Story Matters

This idea was sparked by a lesson I taught my 5th grade class recently. There’s something in it we can all take from. I hope you enjoy :) With love, Matthew
Apr 30, 202313:09
My Manila Folder

My Manila Folder

We all have our own versions of a manila folder. Those things (sometimes actual items) that we get away from because life is crazy. The manila folder brings us back. It fills our cup. Take a listen to episode 164 and let me know what your “manila folder” is! With love, Matthew
Apr 02, 202308:57
You Are Not A Burden

You Are Not A Burden

Reaching out for help is something that makes you incredibly strong. It does not, and never will, make you a burden. This thought was brought to light after I experienced these feelings recently. I hope episode 163 reminds you that you deserve to be heard. With love, Matthew
Mar 19, 202309:26
Showing Love to the Present

Showing Love to the Present

When I get stressed I tend to wish my present away. I look ahead. Ahead to the “next thing”. Then, when I try to look back on my past memories they aren’t as clear as I wish they were. Let’s talk about what we can do to help this. With love, Matthew
Mar 05, 202308:33
Everyone Is Carrying Something, Be Kind

Everyone Is Carrying Something, Be Kind

We all have things we "carry" around with us. In our minds and hearts. Sometimes in life, we carry multiple things. We meet people and often have no idea what they are going through. That's where kindness can come into play. Kindness is free and I've never regretted being kind. Episode 161 dives deeper into into the idea of helping people along their "stepping stones".


with love,


Matthew

Feb 26, 202307:39
Having Grace and Setting Boundaries
Feb 05, 202309:14
Not Being Grateful for Pain and Suffering

Not Being Grateful for Pain and Suffering

I recently listened to an episode of the On Purpose podcast hosted by Jay Shetty. Jay was talking with Trevor Noah and they discussed the idea of not being grateful for the pain and suffering we go through. Instead, they say to be grateful for the qualities that help us push through those experiences. This was something that instantly clicked in my brain and I wanted to share my thoughts about it with y'all.

Let me know what you think! 


with love,


Matthew

Jan 29, 202313:09
Why Active Listening Matters

Why Active Listening Matters

Episode 159 is about active listening. We hear all the time that listening to others is important. Why? What’s the difference between listening and active listening? Let’s talk about it :) With love, Matthew
Jan 22, 202305:21
Applying Pressure On Yourself

Applying Pressure On Yourself

Making decisions in your life is already hard enough. When you add pressure and guilt into the mix then it can feel completely overwhelming. For episode 158, I wanted to talk through a recent decision I made and how I prioritized removing any guilt or pressure on myself to make the "right" decision.

As always,


with love,


Matthew

Jan 15, 202309:59
Being Intentional About Pausing

Being Intentional About Pausing

I recently discovered that there is still so much power when I pause and take time to reflect. Of course, a new year is seen as a great time to do this, but I'm advocating for more pauses, not just for myself, but for you too my friend. It feels so good to release an episode again and I appreciate your patience and grace with me. I love y'all! 


With love,


Matthew

Jan 08, 202311:10
The Power of Being Vulnerable

The Power of Being Vulnerable

It feels like a lot of my life recently has been led by being vulnerable. It got me thinking. How has being vulnerable positively impacted my life, relationships, and my ability to show up as my authentic self? Being vulnerable is something I've leaned into the past couple of years and I'm continuing to practice it every day. For myself and the people I love. I hope you enjoy episode 156.


with love,


Matthew

Nov 02, 202213:27
Growing Sideways (Thank you, Noah Kahan)

Growing Sideways (Thank you, Noah Kahan)

Episode 155 happened because I felt recharged. My cup felt like it was refilled. Do you know what I mean? It felt so good to sit down and record another episode. I had some things I needed to let out and I hope you find value in them. I cannot wait until we do this again. 


with love,


Matthew

Oct 23, 202217:20
Your 80th Birthday

Your 80th Birthday

It can be a crazy thing to try to think about -- your 80th birthday. Why would we even think about that? Take a listen to episode 154 and see what you think about this idea. I hope you enjoy it!


with love,


Matthew

Aug 07, 202210:20
Talking Self-Compassion with Magnus
Jul 10, 202238:52
Your Timeline

Your Timeline

Do we even have timelines in our lives? Throughout episode 152 I think I came to a conclusion on this question. Let's talk about it.


with love,


Matthew

Jul 03, 202211:16
June Is A Beautiful Month
Jun 12, 202214:16
Show Up For Yourself

Show Up For Yourself

When we change who we are we lose that authenticity that is awesome about each of us. In episode 150 let's talk about how we can continue to show up for ourselves. 


with love,


Matthew

Jun 05, 202209:10
Taking Rejection in Stride
May 15, 202213:21
Celebrating Ourselves
Apr 17, 202208:15
Remembering to Pause
Apr 10, 202207:14
In Between the Good and the Bad

In Between the Good and the Bad

Ever heard of life’s chapters? Most likely. What about the times we’re transitioning in life? Sometimes it can be very challenging. Let’s talk about this more inside episode 146. With love, Matthew
Mar 13, 202209:20
Letting Go Many Times
Mar 06, 202210:11
Life Is All About the Questions
Feb 27, 202210:23
Getting It Wrong

Getting It Wrong

Sometimes we get it "wrong". We can't always be perfect and that's okay. Episode 143 is meant to serve as a gentle reminder to let yourself grow when you get it "wrong".


with love,


Matthew

Feb 20, 202208:39
Noting Our Emotions
Feb 13, 202207:56
Power of a Second Chance
Feb 06, 202207:26
Giving Our Heart Grace & Patience
Jan 30, 202208:28
Celebrating Our Progress
Jan 23, 202209:50
Change Reflects Growth

Change Reflects Growth

Change is constant in our life. Sometimes change can feel overwhelming. What happens when we take the role of "student" in the face of changes? I think we should talk about this. I hope you enjoy this one!


with love,


Matthew

Jan 16, 202211:24
Approaching Tough Situations with Honesty & Transparency
Jan 09, 202211:07
Time to Process

Time to Process

Hello, my people. It's been a while, right? 4 months if my calculations are correct. Episode 136 is right from my heart. I've missed this and I hope that this episode gives you more insight into what I've been going through. I love y'all so much.


With love,


Matthew

Jan 02, 202219:31
First Week of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

First Week of National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month

Episode 135 is audio taken from an Instagram live I did back on May 19th of 2020. I wanted to bring this clip to the podcast because when this episode is aired it will almost be the first full week of September, which is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This clip talks about how to discuss mental health with others with topics and questions from the AFSP (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention). I hope you enjoy and remember you deserve to be here.


with love,


Matthew

Sep 05, 202114:38
You Are Not Lost

You Are Not Lost

Sometimes we feel "lost". I recently heard a way to shift the way we think of this feeling. You're not lost. You're still right here. Let's talk about it on episode 134.


with love,


Matthew

Aug 29, 202108:49
Mental Health Chat with My Dad

Mental Health Chat with My Dad

This episode feels both groundbreaking and surreal for my podcast. For episode 133, I sat down with my dad to talk about mental health. What has his mental health journey looked like so far? How do you support someone you care about without judging their decisions? This episode means everything to me. I hope you enjoy it!


with love,


Matthew

Aug 22, 202142:02
Consistency Can Be Frustrating

Consistency Can Be Frustrating

Consistency makes me feel at ease. It slides nicely into my routine. I'm not perfect, though. I make mistakes, I don't always do want I want, and sometimes that bothers me. Let's talk about the frustrations that arise when trying to be more consistent in our lives. 


with love,


Matthew

Aug 15, 202107:07
The Great Freedom of Creativity
Aug 08, 202111:39
Compassion before Comprehension
Aug 01, 202108:16
When Outside Judgement Impacts Decision Making

When Outside Judgement Impacts Decision Making

Sometimes it can feel like other people are writing our story. I'm here to gently remind you that that's simply not true. Let's talk about this idea in episode 129.


with love,


Matthew

Jul 25, 202110:58
Their Thoughts Are Not Who You Are

Their Thoughts Are Not Who You Are

Something that can be really challenging is letting things go. Especially, when other people say or do things that you can't control. Let's talk about this in episode 128!


with love,


Matthew

Jul 18, 202109:22
Fresh Starts

Fresh Starts

Sometimes the idea of a "fresh start" sounds overwhelming. Maybe it sounds incredible. What does it even look like for you? Well, I recently had a fresh start in my life and I wanted to talk about it on episode 127. I hope you enjoy it!


with love,


Matthew

Jul 11, 202105:05
See Y'all In New York

See Y'all In New York

Episode 126 is an episode meant to encourage you. What are we waiting for? Let's go!


with love,


Matthew



Jun 27, 202111:16
Gentle Reminder about Assumptions

Gentle Reminder about Assumptions

Recently, experiences in my life provided another opportunity to think about assumptions. Some are needed while others can be checked. Take a listen to episode 125 and let me know what you think!


with love,


Matthew

Jun 20, 202108:49
Recycling the Boxes

Recycling the Boxes

I'll admit, the title of this episode is confusing at first. But, trust me on this one. Inside of episode 124, it all makes sense. Thank you for continuing to listen. Take care of yourself!


with love,


Matthew

Jun 13, 202107:54
When Strong Emotions Fade Out

When Strong Emotions Fade Out

It's probably much easier to think about times when strong emotions come into your life. Yet, when thinking about when those same emotions go away, it can be harder to recall those times. It was for me. That's why I wanted to talk about this idea in episode 123. I hope you enjoy!


with love,


Matthew

Jun 06, 202108:19
My Therapy Journey (So Far)
May 30, 202110:18
The Power of Expression

The Power of Expression

In episode 121 I'm asking this question, "How do you express yourself?". I also want to know who makes the rules on what "normal" is. Let's talk.


with love,


Matthew

May 23, 202109:38
Diamond Dialogue
May 16, 202112:53
Compromise Does Not Equal Weakness

Compromise Does Not Equal Weakness

For a long time, I felt like compromising anything meant that I was weak. But, lately, my idea of compromising has shifted. I talked about this shift in episode 119. I hope you enjoy this one!


with love,


Matthew

May 09, 202113:11