Grow the Good
Grow the Good, formerly The Sonya Looney Show, is your guide to continual personal growth, meaningful connections, and positive impact in the world. Challenge the idea that you are broken or need fixing. Instead, discover how to cultivate the good that already exists within you and amplify the strengths and potential you may not yet realize you have. Grounded in the science of positive psychology and guided by the pillars of purpose, vitality, resilience, hope, and connection, each episode is packed with tools, stories, and evidence-backed insights to help you create a more authentic and flourishing life.
Show episodes
Are you ready to transform the way you think about success and happiness? This isn’t just about personal achievement; it’s about creating a life filled with purpose, vitality, and meaningful connections. Welcome to "Grow the Good," where we explore not just surviving, but truly thriving in every area of life. Formerly
How do your achievements shape your sense of self? In this episode of Grow the Good, I sit down with Ben Walker, an expert in organizational behavior from Victoria University of Wellington, to explore the intricate world of performance-based identities. We discuss how the labels we attach to ourselves shape our sense o
As a world champion mountain biker, mental performance coach, and someone deeply passionate about positive psychology, I’ve always believed in focusing on the good that already exists within us and around us. “Grow the Good” isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement towards living authentically and thriving through the pill
December can be a joyful yet challenging time - full of excitement for the holidays and a new year, but also heavy with grief, difficult family dynamics, and feelings of loneliness. Let"s step away from the chaos and immerse ourselves in the sights, sounds, and sensations of the natural world to find calm amidst the st
In a world where achievements often define us, it"s easy to get caught up in chasing external validation and performance-based identities. But what does it mean to truly escape the comparison trap? As we gear up for a transition to "Grow the Good," I"m excited to share this solo reflection about the power of uniqueness
Have you ever struggled to push through that final mile, nail a big presentation, or remain poised under stress? Today, we’re tackling Functional Mental Toughness with Dr. Brad Cooper, whose approach to mental toughness isn’t just about enduring more; it’s about thriving, preparing, and activating in ways that enhance
