Chasing Happiness with Ryan DeMent

I was a breath away from breaking—until I realized the storm was building something in me. If you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or like God is silent… this episode is a reminder that storms don’t stop you. They shape your strength, your mindset, and your faith.

In this raw, faith-filled episode, Ryan opens up about a storm he’s walking through right now—one that nearly crushed a major real estate deal and rattled his peace to the core. But what came next wasn’t collapse… it was clarity.

You’ll hear:
✅ A real-life story of heartbreak just days before closing
✅ How faith reshaped Ryan’s mindset mid-storm
✅ The truth about anxiety, control, and letting go
✅ How silence, scripture, and habits built his daily peace
✅ A challenge that will change how you start your mornings

This isn’t just about real estate. It’s about real-life transformation through faith, mindset, and surrender. If you’re in a storm—or just came through one—this episode is for you.

💥 Challenge:
Spend 5–10 minutes tomorrow morning in silence—no phone, no noise. Ask: What is this storm trying to build in me? Then DM Ryan and share your answer.

🙏 You’re not alone. God’s with you in the chaos. And your storm isn’t here to break you—it’s here to rebuild you stronger.

👇 Listen now and drop a comment:
What is your storm teaching you right now?

A real estate deal collapsed. So did I—until faith and mindset changed how I saw the storm. 🎧

Have you ever been this close to your breakthrough—only to watch it all fall apart?

In this vulnerable episode of Chasing Happiness, Ryan shares what really happened when a major real estate deal collapsed just three days before closing. The money was gone. The timeline was shattered. And the fear? It was loud.

But instead of letting the storm win, Ryan found something deeper—faith, resilience, and a new way to lead through pain.

You’ll hear:

• The mindset shift that helped him stop spiraling and start healing

• Why delays aren't denials—they're redirection

• How to set a “pity party timer” (and actually move forward)

• The role silence, scripture, and prayer played in rewriting his storm

If you’re tired, stuck, or doubting your path, this one’s for you. It’s not just about business—it’s about surrender, spiritual growth, and trusting the process when everything falls apart.

🧠 Faith. 💥 Mindset. 🔥 Real talk.

🎧 Listen now and ask yourself:
Am I trying to control the outcome—or am I learning to grow through the storm?

When fear hits, it doesn’t tap you on the shoulder — it hits like a punch to the throat. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Ryan shares a real story from his own life: a storm that hit just days before closing on a property deal — costing him time, money, and peace of mind.

But what started as panic turned into a moment of divine redirection.

Through prayer, reflection, and a whole lot of walking, Ryan started having an honest conversation with God. What did this setback mean? Why now? And how do you move forward when fear tries to freeze you?

If you've ever felt like you're drowning in a situation you can’t fix — this episode is for you. You'll hear real lessons on:

• How faith shows up when fear takes over

• Why some delays are divine protection

• What it looks like to rebuild trust after failure

🎧 Listen now, reflect deeply, and then ask yourself: Where is fear trying to stop me… and how can faith help me move anyway?

👉 Share this with someone stuck in a storm, and tag your response with #ChasingHappinessFaith

Struggling to stay consistent when everything feels overwhelming?

In this raw and empowering episode of the Chasing Happiness Freedom Podcast, Ryan DeMent opens up about the internal battles every entrepreneur faces—especially when it feels easier to give up than to keep going.

You’ll uncover 5 practical ways to rewire your mindset so you can show up even on the hardest days. From faith-based routines to powerful morning habits, Ryan shares the exact tools that keep him grounded, focused, and moving forward through anxiety, business setbacks, and personal doubt.

This episode is for anyone who's:

• Wrestling with fear, burnout, or overthinking

• Struggling to take action because of what might go wrong

• Tired of starting over and ready to stay the course

• Searching for a simple structure to create consistency

• Looking for inspiration rooted in real-life experience—not fluff

You’ll learn how persistence builds consistency, how to fight back against mental resistance, and how showing up for yourself daily can radically transform your life and business.

👊 If you’ve ever whispered, “I can’t do this anymore,”—this episode will remind you that you absolutely can.

✅ Listen now, and tag someone who needs this message.
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🙌 Your next breakthrough starts with one step—press play.

Are you chasing success or peace?

In this Chasing Happiness Freedom Podcast episode, Ryan DeMent opens up about a battle many entrepreneurs face but rarely talk about—the quiet trap of comparison and consumerism. From chasing the latest gadgets to envying others’ debt-free lives, Ryan shares how these pressures nearly robbed him of the one thing that truly matters: peace of mind.

If you’ve ever felt anxious chasing the next big thing or wondered why “more” still feels empty, this is the episode for you.

🔑 In this episode, you’ll discover:

• 3 powerful mindset shifts that help break the cycle of comparison and bring clarity.

• Living well below your means might be the most fulfilling path to freedom.

• How gratitude for the simple things (like waking up today) can shift your outlook.

• An honest conversation about purpose, faith, and redefining what success looks like.

💡 Ryan pulls from his journey—from a high-pressure corporate job to the rollercoaster of entrepreneurship—to deliver an honest look at how chasing things almost cost him everything. Instead of more money, he started chasing meaning. And it changed everything.

Whether you're deep in the hustle or learning to let go of the need to impress, this episode reminds you that fulfillment comes from living your truth, not someone else’s highlight reel.

🎯 Your next steps:
Start today by writing down 3 things you're thankful for. Gratitude is the gateway to growth.

👉 Listen, reflect, and reclaim your vision of success—one day, one truth at a time.

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💬 Leave a comment or message Ryan directly—he wants to hear your story.
📲 Don’t forget to subscribe, follow, and join us each week as we chase purpose, not pressure.

Ever feel like life is throwing punches faster than you can block them?

In this week’s episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain on a real and raw season of life—one filled with financial strain, emotional stress, and the heavy pressure of trying to hold it all together. If you're facing your own storm right now, this is your reminder that you're not alone—and there is peace in the chaos.

Inside this episode, you’ll discover three daily anchor points that have helped me stay grounded when everything around me feels shaky:

✅ How to stay present when your mind keeps jumping ahead to what could go wrong
✅ Why focusing on what you can control changes everything—even when the pressure is high
✅ The mindset shift that’s helping me face tough decisions with faith instead of fear

Whether you’re an entrepreneur battling burnout, a parent juggling bills, or just someone trying to get through the day—this episode offers real strategies and relatable stories to help you find clarity and courage through the storm.

I’m not sharing from a mountaintop—I’m sharing from the middle of the mess, and that’s exactly why this episode will hit home.

🔑 Key themes: overcoming challenges, faith in business, emotional resilience, staying present, and mindset under pressure.

In this heartfelt and raw episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, we explore how to reclaim your peace and happiness even when life feels like it’s falling apart. From facing personal threats to battling business obstacles, I share how I found clarity and calm through the hidden power of rest, faith, and a shift in mindset.

If you’ve ever struggled with anxiety, burnout, or the weight of constantly worrying about the future, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how faith can become your anchor, how rest is the most underrated tool for productivity, and how practicing gratitude can completely transform your perspective—even on the toughest days.

• How to break free from anxiety and stay present in the moment.

• Why faith and a positive mindset are the ultimate tools for overcoming life’s storms.

• The real power of rest and why “hustle culture” leads to burnout, not success.

• How practicing gratitude helps you shift from scarcity thinking to abundant living.

It’s time to stop letting tomorrow’s worries steal today’s joy. Start living fully present, rebuild your mental strength, and rediscover happiness—even amid life’s most brutal battles.

👉 If this episode resonates with you, hit that subscribe button and share it with someone fighting their storm. Comment below or leave a review—I’d love to hear how you apply these lessons in your life. Remember, happiness isn’t found on the other side of success—it’s found in how you show up today.

Stay safe, stay healthy, and I’ll see you on the other side!

What if your biggest failure was actually your greatest breakthrough in disguise?

In this powerful episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I open up about a week that felt like everything was falling apart—until it didn’t. From construction delays and contractor issues to financial stress and sleepless nights, I walk you through a storm that almost broke me... but instead revealed blessings I never expected.

Whether you're a real estate investor, entrepreneur, or just navigating life’s unpredictable twists, this episode will give you a raw, relatable perspective on how to find purpose through the problems. You’ll hear how I reframed setbacks into strategy, and why sometimes a delay isn’t a “no”—it’s divine redirection.

• 3 hidden blessings that often emerge from personal or business “failures”

• How to shift from asking why this happened to what can I learn and who can help?

• The power of documenting your lessons and using them to improve future results

• Why slowing down and trusting God's timing can reveal better opportunities

• Faith-based strategies for managing anxiety and staying grounded during high-pressure situations

Life storms happen—what matters is how you respond. When you stop labeling challenges as failures and start seeing them as feedback, you grow stronger, wiser, and more equipped to lead.

If you're tired of setbacks knocking you down, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone—and that there’s growth waiting on the other side.

🛠 Let’s grow through what we go through—together.
👉 Subscribe, share with a friend, and drop a comment letting me know: What hidden blessing have you found in your latest storm?

Stay faithful. Stay focused. And as always—I'll see you on the other side.

When life hits you with a storm—whether it's financial stress, business setbacks, relationship struggles, or just that overwhelming sense of “I can’t keep doing this”—what do you do?

Do you shut down? Do you push harder? Or do you pause and reflect?

In this week’s episode of the Chasing Happiness Podcast, we’re getting raw, real, and reflective about what it means to reset your life in the middle of chaos. I walk you through 4 powerful self-reflection practices that helped me rebuild faith, find focus, and make stronger, wiser decisions—without burning out or losing myself in the process.

You’ll learn how to:

• Stop chasing the next best thing and reclaim your peace of mind

• Listen more and speak less, especially in high-stakes moments

• Ask the right questions to uncover what your storm is really trying to teach you

• Slow down decision-making so you can respond with clarity, not emotion

This episode isn’t about wishful thinking. It’s about actionable shifts in mindset that can help you face your storm with grace, faith, and strategy.

Because here’s the truth: storms don’t last forever, but what you learn from them can change everything.

Whether you’re building a business, navigating financial pressure, or simply trying to show up as a better version of yourself—this conversation is for you. If you’ve ever felt like no one else understands what you’re going through, I want you to know... I’ve been there too.

👉 Hit play and reset your mindset.
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💬 Share this episode with a friend who needs to hear it.
🗣️ Drop a comment and let me know: what storm are YOU working through right now?

Let’s rebuild your peace—and your purpose—together.

Are you questioning your path as an entrepreneur—wondering if you're doing enough, doing it right, or if it’s even going to work?

This week on the Chasing Happiness Podcast, I open up about something we all wrestle with but rarely admit out loud—doubt.

Whether you're in a storm of delays, facing back-to-back setbacks, or just lying awake at night second-guessing your next move, this episode is for you. I’m not talking theory. I’m sharing the real-time, raw moments from my life—how doubt creeps in when progress stalls, and how it tries to shake your faith in business, relationships, and yourself.

But here’s the thing: doubt doesn’t mean you’re weak—it means you’re human.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

✅ The 3 critical questions I ask myself when doubt hits hard
✅ Why hope isn’t enough—and what it truly means to lead with faith
✅ How to shift your mindset from anxiety to action
✅ The real reason you can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel—and why that’s okay
✅ A simple habit I use each night to clear my head and reset my focus

Whether running a business, leading a team, or just trying to keep your world together, you'll walk away with a framework to refocus, re-energize, and reclaim your faith-driven leadership—even in the middle of chaos.

🔁 It’s time to trade your doubts for direction.

🔥 Ready to level up your faith and your mindset?
Hit that Subscribe button, comment with your favorite takeaway, and share this episode with someone who needs a little light in their storm.

Let’s grow, lead, and keep the faith—together.