Live.life.better.

What does it mean to be happy? That's the golden question but is it really 'happiness', or instead 'purpose', that we're actually all searching for? Discussing the topic, Dominic Frisby is joined by authors representing happiness from positions of mind, stomach and wallet – The Mindfulness Project's Alexa Frey (I Am Here Now), chef and author Melissa Hemsley (Good + Simple) and finance guru Damien Fahy (The 30 Day Money Plan). Plus we hear from positive psychology expert Emily Esfahani Smith (The Power of Meaning), who shares her theory on the 'four pillars of meaning’.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our first episode of Live.Life.Better. we've a range of tips, hints and practical advice for getting fitter, healthier and generally feeling good for 2017. We'll hear from author of 'Running Like A Girl and ‘Leap In’ Alexandra Heminsley on what made her first don a swimming cap and why there’s more to exercise than just strength and aesthetics. 'Leaner, Fitter, Stronger’ co-author James Exton from LDN Muscle also joins the conversation on how to get the most from your exercise routines, plus we've advice from Dalton Wong, superstar personal trainer on how 15 minutes a day spent on something that makes you feel good can result in a world of difference.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ahead of episode one, launching on 27 January 2017, Dominic Frisby introduces Live.Life.Better. – the all-new podcast from Virgin Books in association with Penguin Living.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.