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. 28: I Dream, Therefore I Am: Losing Your Dreams Means Losing Yourself

October 15, 2025 • 39 mins
Are you ready to unlock the secrets of your subconscious? Join me as we explore the profound science of dreaming and its vital role in mental health and creativity. We dive into the surprising power of REM sleep, revealing how it functions as "overnight therapy"—processing stressful emotions without the painful stress hormones—and why interrupting this crucial phase causes pessimistic thoughts and severe brain fog. From boosting ...
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Ep. 27: The Story in Our Ears - When You Left

October 8, 2025 • 43 mins
Have you ever felt the immense pressure of a life you were supposed to live? We’re handed a blueprint for happiness from a young age—the perfect career, the fairy-tale romance, the flawless family. But what if that very blueprint is the source of our deepest discontent? In this episode of Make Me Smile, I invite you on a personal journey to unravel this paradox. We'll explore the delicate space between the life we expect and ...
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Ep. 26: Great Expectations - Cherries & Cream

October 1, 2025 • 39 mins
Have you ever wondered about the one human need so powerful, it’s considered more fundamental than even food or safety? It all started for me with a single, heartfelt question from my daughter that sent me on a profound journey to understand our deepest-seated desire: the search for who we are. In this episode of Make Me Smile, we unravel the powerful mystery behind our quest for a sense of belonging. From the stories woven into...
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Ep. 25: Who Am I? Could You Lend Me a Smile - Spoken Word

September 24, 2025 • 41 mins
Have you ever wondered about the one human need so powerful, it’s considered more fundamental than even food or safety? It all started for me with a single, heartfelt question from my daughter that sent me on a profound journey to understand our deepest-seated desire: the search for who we are. In this episode of Make Me Smile, we unravel the powerful mystery behind our quest for a sense of belonging. From the stories woven int...
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Ep. 24: Unfailing Love - Love Them Away Part 1

September 17, 2025 • 43 mins
Have you ever felt you had to hide parts of yourself in a relationship, afraid that your true self wasn't quite worthy of love? We often talk about "unconditional love," but what if that concept is flawed? There's a different, deeper connection we're all searching for—a love that doesn't fail, built on a foundation of profound trust and complete emotional safety. This exploration started with a challenge from a music producer t...
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Ep. 23: You Are a Creator. Make Me Smile - Part 2

September 10, 2025 • 46 mins
Have you ever considered the magic held within the word "Creator"? We often picture gods or great artists, but what if I told you that this incredible, world-altering power is something you possess right now? It's a forgotten gift, a feeling of deep pride and accomplishment we've known since childhood, capable of making something wonderful out of absolutely nothing. In this episode, we journey beyond creating things you can touch...
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Ep. 22: Let's Dance! Let the Music Fill You - Part 2

September 3, 2025 • 45 mins
Have you ever felt a rhythm so deep it seems to move you from the inside out? It's a feeling we're all born with, a universal language of joy that needs no translation. In this episode, we'll rediscover the profound, almost magical, power of dance—not just as steps or routines, but as a key to unlocking pure, uninhibited happiness and forging deep human connections. We'll explore the fascinating science that explains why our brai...
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Ep. 21: Living Without Fear. I'm Not Afraid to Dream Again - Part 1

August 27, 2025 • 56 mins
What if the one thing holding you back from true love, from success, from the simple joy of being silly, isn't a real monster but a ghost from your past? Fear can be a powerful, paralyzing force, one that I've known intimately since I was just a little girl. It can dictate our choices, keep us in a constant state of fight-or-flight, and stop us from living the life we truly desire. In this episode, let's come together to gently p...
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Ep. 20: Make Me Laugh - Make Me Smile Part 1

August 20, 2025 • 50 mins
What do a determined toddler, a guilty-looking dog, and a self-guided robot vacuum have in common? They are the stars of one of the most hilariously epic disasters a family can face—a story that had me considering throwing a $500 appliance right in the trash. In this episode of Make Me Smile, we dive headfirst into a "poop-ocalypse" of legendary proportions to get to the heart of something truly transformative: the power of laughte...
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Ep. 19: Play with Me - Let the Music Fill You Part 1

August 13, 2025 • 49 mins
Hello, and welcome back to Make Me Smile. Have you ever considered the profound science behind a simple game of Peek-a-boo? It feels so perfect and natural, but what if that interaction holds the key to our child's development and our own happiness? In this episode, we explore the forgotten art and biological necessity of play. We'll uncover why play is essential not just for children but for adults, how it shapes our brains, boo...
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Ep. 18: Hope. A Promise to Our Future - Give Me a Reason Part 1

August 6, 2025 • 49 mins
What if the one thing that keeps us going through even the darkest times is something we can give to ourselves and others in an instant? In this episode of Make Me Smile, we dive deep into the incredible, almost magical, power of hope. I’ll share a remarkable and frankly shocking true story from a 1950s research lab that reveals the secret to enduring the impossible, and a personal moment with a tiny, injured bird that taught me ...
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Ep. 17: Daydreaming - A Gift I Didn't Imagine. If Love Were Just a Game Part 2

July 30, 2025 • 45 mins
What if I told you that the moments you spend lost in thought—the ones you were told to snap out of as a child—are actually a hidden superpower? We all possess this incredible tool, a secret world inside our minds that can unlock our deepest creativity, solve our toughest problems, and even help us heal. In this episode, I share my own journey with this forgotten gift, from a lonely child's escape to a songwriter's inspiration, and...
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Ep. 16: "Four" - I Think I Lost a Day Part 1

July 23, 2025 • 47 mins
Have you ever heard of a horse who could count? It all started with this very real story, one that seems simple on the surface but reveals a profound and beautiful truth about what makes us human. This week, we explore the incredible, almost invisible, chasm that separates us from the animal world. What if our most unique abilities—our capacity to dream generations into the future, our complex moral compass, and even our abstract r...
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Ep. 15: I know you think you heard what you think I said but I'm not sure that you realize that what you heard is not what I meant - Tell Me What You See

July 16, 2025 • 50 mins
Have you ever felt completely misunderstood, as if your words were being translated into a foreign language? From hilarious autocorrect fails to heart-wrenching family divides, it seems we're in the midst of a global communication breakdown. Wars have nearly started, billion-dollar spacecraft have been lost, and countless relationships have crumbled, all from simple misunderstandings. We're the most connected generation in history,...
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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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