Make Me Smile with Miist

Make Me Smile with Miist

The Make Me Smile by Miist podcast is your weekly dose of inspiration, designed to spark joy and connection in an increasingly challenging world. Join me, Miist, as we dive into the themes of my songs, exploring simple, yet powerful 15 second actions you can take to combat loneliness and make a real difference. Each episode features stories from everyday heroes, insights from experts, and practical steps to bring more kindness into your life. Tune in to Make Me Smile by Miist and discover how small acts can create a ripple effect of positivity. We'll explore everything from the science of smiling to the power of love and selflessness, all while supporting the Worldwide Smile Initiative. Get ready to be inspired, uplifted, and empowered to make the world a brighter place, one smile at a time. #15second

Episodes

Ep. 14: Living in Awe - It Was You Part 2

July 9, 2025 • 48 mins
What if the secret to feeling less stressed, more connected, and even more generous wasn't about adding something new to your life, but about rediscovering a forgotten emotion? Join me as we explore the surprising science behind "awe," from the specific brain network it quiets to the eight universal triggers that can spark this powerful feeling in our daily lives. Together, let's learn how to intentionally cultivate these moments o...
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Ep. 13: Touch Me. Move Your Body Slowly Part 2

July 2, 2025 • 48 mins
What if the most powerful medicine for loneliness and anxiety was literally at our fingertips, a forgotten language we're designed to speak? Join me as I explore the surprising science of touch starvation, from the specific nerves that crave a gentle caress to the shocking experiments that revealed how vital physical connection is for our survival. Together, we'll rediscover the simple, profound power of human touch and learn how...
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Ep. 12: Humor, The Funny Subject - If Love Were Just a Game Part 1

June 25, 2025 • 46 mins
Have you ever wondered why we laugh at something as absurd as a freezing cow in a refrigerator or a turkey vulture on a plane? In this episode, we explore the surprising science behind laughter, including the 17 different types of humor and what they reveal about our relationships. Discover why making someone laugh is a sign of intelligence, and how you can harness the power of humor in just 15 seconds a day to completely reset you...
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Ep. 11: Why Do We Love? - The Bruises Won't Ever Understand Part 1

June 18, 2025 • 57 mins
Have you ever stopped to ask the simple yet profound question: why do we love? In this deeply personal episode of Make Me Smile, I, your host Miist, explore this very question as we seek to understand one of humanity's most powerful forces. We'll journey beyond the simple 'I love you' to discover the eight ancient Greek words for love—from romantic Eros to the universal love of Agape—and discuss why knowing the difference is so imp...
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Ep. 10: Being Curious. Falling Out of Us. Part 1

June 11, 2025 • 45 mins
Have you ever felt a special relationship slowly drifting apart, not from a big fight, but from the quiet routine of everyday life? I went on a journey to find the key to rekindling that connection, exploring popular advice like "Active Listening" and "Validation." While helpful, I discovered the true secret to a bond that lasts is something much simpler and more powerful: being genuinely curious. Join me as we explore how this one...
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Ep. 9: The Lemon Tree - Personification and the Need for Connection - It was You Part 1

June 4, 2025 • 47 mins
Welcome to "Make Me Smile"! I'm your host, Mist, and this week we're exploring the beautiful, innate human need for connection and why we often personify everything from our quirky lemon trees (you'll hear that story!) to our Roombas. It's all about our deep desire to connect, and we'll uncover how these bonds—with nature, animals, and especially each other—are the true sources of lasting happiness and well-being, far surpassing th...
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Ep. 8: Remember Me Again - Why We Want to Be Remembered - Part 1

May 28, 2025 • 45 mins
Struggling with lingering feelings from a past relationship or the desire to be remembered? In this deeply personal episode of "Make Me Smile," host Miist shares the vulnerable story behind her song "Remember Me Again," exploring how a decade-old breakup unexpectedly surfaced and impacted her present life. Discover how holding onto resentment can subtly poison current happiness and learn why truly letting go is crucial for your own...
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Ep. 7: The Failed Promise of Social Media - Could You Lend Me A Smile Part 3

May 21, 2025 • 45 mins
Does scrolling social media promise connection but often leave you feeling more disconnected? Dive into this "Make Me Smile" episode exploring the addictive, dopamine-driven nature of social media versus the deep fulfillment of real connection with nature, others, and yourself. Host Miist unpacks why our brains crave connection like hunger and introduces a powerful tool: the simple 15-second pause before opening apps to practice ge...
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Ep. 6: Change Your World in 15 Seconds - Move Your Body Slowly Part 1

May 14, 2025 • 41 mins
Hello, lovely listeners! Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the craziness of our world, or the constant pull of social media? I know I do. That's why on this episode of the Make Me Smile podcast, we're taking a break to explore how we can find joy and spark positive change with simple, powerful 15-second actions. I'll share my personal journey and introduce you to the Kindness Cube – a tangible way to practice gratitude, share a smi...
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Ep. 5: Letting Go (of resentment) - Give Her My Love Part I

May 7, 2025 • 42 mins
Still haunted by resentment from a past relationship? Discover the surprising path to healing as host Miist unpacks the deeply personal story behind her song, "Give Her My Love." Learn how decade-old hurt from a breakup unexpectedly impacted her present marriage, leading to the profound realization that holding onto resentment is like "drinking poison and hoping the other person dies." This episode explores why forgiveness is ultim...
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Ep. 4: Imagine Who You Want To Be - She Part II

April 30, 2025 • 42 mins
Can imagination be a powerful tool for healing childhood trauma and reframing a difficult past? In this deeply personal episode of "Make Me Smile," host Miist reveals the surprising truth behind her song "She" it was written not for her actual mother, but for the supportive figure she imagined needing after facing abandonment and abuse. Explore the transformative power of choosing gratitude over resentment, touching on concepts lik...
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Ep. 3: Why Gratitude? - She Part I

April 23, 2025 • 35 mins
Host and singer-songwriter Miist shares her deeply personal journey of healing childhood trauma related to parental abandonment and resentment, initially channeled through songwriting, including her featured original song "She." The focus shifts to the transformative power of gratitude as a tool for mental wellness and positive psychology. Miist explains how cultivating gratitude helped her reframe painful memories, overcome a vict...
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Ep. 2: Could You Lend Me a Smile Part II

April 16, 2025 • 34 mins
This week, we confront the pervasive feeling of loneliness and isolation affecting so many, even in our hyper-connected world – a stark reality highlighted by the US Surgeon General's findings and the story behind my song, "Could You Lend Me a Smile." But there's immense hope! We explore how simple, powerful actions, taking just 15 seconds or less, can forge human connection and combat this epidemic. Building on last week's challen...
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Ep. 1: Could You Lend Me a Smile Part I

April 16, 2025 • 33 mins
Join me, Miist, on this heartfelt episode of Make Me Smile, where we rediscover the simple yet profound power of a smile. Inspired by a touching story of loneliness from Japan and my personal journey into songwriting, we explore how one genuine smile can transform not only your day but ripple positively through your community and beyond. Hear uplifting interactions from my conversations with people about their experiences giving an...
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Welcome to Make Me Smile with Miist

April 11, 2025 • 5 mins
Hello there, I'm Mist, and welcome to Make Me Smile. Have you ever felt, like I did walking through the park recently, that we've become a bit disconnected, maybe forgetting the simple, powerful gift of a smile? It seems loneliness and feeling adrift have become widespread, but I truly believe we hold the power to change that and rediscover what it means to be human. This podcast is our shared journey to combat loneliness and foste...
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