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Discover Joy, Balance & a Sharper Mind

  • October 2025
  • BY YVETTE BERNOSKY, B.MS., DIRECTOR OF FITNESS & WELLNESS, THE CLUB AT GRANDÉZZA

Over the past three years, I’ve been carefully shaping Harmonize with Happiness, a program built on research, reflection and real-world practice.

What started as a simple presentation has evolved into a dynamic, multi-part experience. With each passing year, I’ve deepened my study of the science of happiness, refined the visuals to spark curiosity and woven in interactive elements that invite you not just to learn the material, but to live it. My hope is that Harmonize with Happiness goes beyond a moment of inspiration, becoming a set of tools and perspectives you carry with you – helping to cultivate more joy, resilience and balance in everyday life.

HERE’S WHAT PAST PARTICIPANTS ARE SAYING …

• “The Harmonize with Happiness course was so informative and fun! I loved the interactive presentation and meeting such a wonderful group of women. It was a joy to connect, reflect and learn together.”

• “It was thoughtfully designed, and I especially loved the interactive exercises. The room had such a welcoming and positive energy. There was no pressure to participate, but the activities were so inviting and meaningful. I can’t wait for the next part in this four-part series!”

• “The Harmonize with Happiness workshop was an absolute delight. It was well-organized, filled with rich information and offered real-life applications that stayed with me long after.”

• “From breathing exercises and journaling to group discussion and emotional reflection, the experience felt expansive and grounding.”

• “In a world filled with growing negativity and anxiety that can so easily rob us of peace and joy, Harmonize with Happiness offers a much-needed return to the fundamentals of well-being. The program helped me reconnect with the attitudes and habits that support a healthier, more intentional life. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to re-center and refocus on what truly matters.”

BUILDING YOUR MEMORY PALACE

Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have an exceptional memory while others struggle to recall even simple details? Often, it’s not about having a “better” brain but about using effective techniques. People with strong memories frequently develop strategies that make information stick.

It’s perfectly natural to forget things, especially when a memory lacks emotional significance, vivid imagery or repetition. That’s where the Memory Palace technique comes in. To build one, choose a familiar location, like your home, and imagine walking through it. As you “tour” the space in your mind, place memorable, exaggerated images of the items you want to recall at specific spots along your path. The more dramatic and unusual the image, the better it will stick.

This week, I guided several groups and clients through the process. To their surprise, many were able to remember ten random items, both forward and backward, after just a short time practicing. While the method may not work for everyone, it can be a powerful tool in school, work, or daily life whenever accurate recall is needed. Other helpful techniques include spatial recognition and chunking, which also make information easier to organize and retrieve. With a little creativity and practice, anyone can train their mind to remember more than they ever thought possible.