Mory is a sought-after Intuitive Life & Leadership coach and the Founder of Eight22 Group, a consultancy that helps organizations elevate their consciousness. After a notable career as a crisis manager for Fortune 500 companies, Mory realized many leaders fail because they are disconnected from their intuition and purpose.

As an Intuitive Coach, Mory guides C-suite leaders, performers and other public personalities, to reconnect with their inner wisdom to successfully navigate change, challenges and growth. Her work is essential today to help move our society away from divisiveness and toward empathy, empowerment and unity.

Her first book is Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of your Intuition.

In Mory's second visit on the Happiness in Progress podcast, we talk about how to reconnect with your higher self. 

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• How to differentiate between anxiety and your intuition.
• How to recognize our higher self.
• What happens when we cling to control and how to loosen the grip. 
• And so much more!

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In this episode, we dive deep into the powerful connection between our emotions and the stories we tell ourselves.

When intense emotions arise—whether it's fear, self-doubt, or shame—they often come with narratives that shape how we see ourselves and our world. But here's where the power comes in - realizing those stories aren't true.

In this episode, Danielle Craig shares two powerful shifts you can take when you begin to tell yourself a negative story. She talks us through how to stay present and stick to the facts.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of self-criticism or overwhelmed by the weight of your own thoughts, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how to take control of your inner dialogue and create a story that supports the life you truly want.

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In this episode, Danielle sits down with Stephanie Barron Hall - an Enneagram expert and author of the new book, Enneagram in Real Life.

Danielle and Stephanie talk about how the powerful tool of the Enneagram has the potential to transform our relationships and communication.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the Enneagram is.
• A breakdown of all nine Enneagram types, focusing on their motivations, fears, and growth areas. Stephanie describes these by motivations, rather than behaviors.
• How understanding your own and others’ Enneagram types can improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen connections.
• Why curiosity is key to preventing miscommunication and fostering better relationships.
• Real-life applications of the Enneagram, from professional settings to personal relationships.

Stephanie shares her insights from interviewing individuals across different Enneagram types and provides practical tips for leveraging this tool for self-discovery and meaningful connection.

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Jennifer Jiménez is Founder of the Health & Well-Being Division at Brave Thinking Institute, as well as a highly sought-after speaker, consultant, trainer and coach.

Through her transformational retreats, workshops and cutting-edge Vibrant Healthy Woman Program, Jennifer has coached thousands worldwide to become more confident, healthy, joyful, abundant and full of life, so that they feel fully empowered to make the difference they are here to make in the world.

She's also the creator of the highly acclaimed transformative movement modality TranscenDance™️, helping people of all ages and backgrounds world-wide, move stuck energy, dance their dreams into reality, and truly thrive with joy and vitality in their body temple!

In this conversation, you'll hear about: 

• The power of vision over resolution

• How to craft a vision for your life

• Overcoming burnout and misalignment

• And how to keep a corner of your mind open for the possibility of your dreams coming true!

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This week on Happiness in Progress, I had the privilege of sitting down with Jordan Pickell to dive into a topic that resonates deeply during the holiday season—boundaries. Jordan is a trauma and relationship therapist. She helps people use self-exploration and boundaries to disrupt generaitonal patterns. She also hosts a holiday boundaries workshop, which you can access here.

• Why family gatherings can feel so triggering: From reverting to old roles to managing relational power dynamics.
• Preparation before stepping into challenging environments: Tools for grounding yourself, setting intentions, and pre-emptively managing boundaries.
• Effective communication strategies: From handling uncomfortable questions to addressing triggering behaviors with grace and assertiveness.
• Redefining traditions: Breaking free from guilt-driven participation and creating new rituals that resonate with you and your family.
• The importance of self-worth and boundaries: Why prioritizing your needs is not only okay but necessary for your well-being.
• Handling the aftermath of setting boundaries: Managing others’ emotions without taking responsibility for their feelings.
• Finding humor and compassion: Viewing family dynamics through a lens of grace and lightheartedness.

Jordan also shared about her Holiday Boundaries Workshop, a valuable resource for anyone wanting to feel more empowered this season.

This conversation is filled with practical tools, empathetic insights, and relatable anecdotes that will leave you feeling both seen and equipped for the holidays. To hear all the gems Jordan shared, be sure to tune in to the full episode of Happiness in Progress.

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In this episode, I sat down with Rachel Marie Martin, author of Get Your Spark Back, to explore her personal journey of rediscovering joy and authenticity. Rachel shared powerful insights on overcoming life's unexpected challenges and embracing your unique story. 

Rachel is the writer behind the site FindingJoy.net and author of both Mom Enough and The Brave Art of Motherhood and a founding partner in Audience Industries – a company designed to train and equip entrepreneurs in their ventures. Her articles have been translated into over 25 languages. 

Her content has been featured in The Huffington Post, The Today Show, Star Tribune, Tiny Buddha, iVillage, Stuff New Zealand, John Tesh, PopSugar, Motherly and many more. 

In this episode you'll hear:

• Breaking Free from Linear Thinking: A discussion on how societal expectations often push us toward rigid paths, while reclaiming wonder and intuition can lead to more fulfilling lives.
• Rediscovering Your Identity: Rachel shared how asking simple questions like “Who am I?” and “What do I love to do?” helped her reconnect with activities that brought her joy, like playing the piano.
• Owning Your Spark: Rachel talked about the importance of taking ownership of your journey and story, making it uniquely yours.
• Small Steps, Big Changes: Advice for those starting their "spark journey"—focus on small, daily acts of self-care, like enjoying a good cup of coffee or taking a walk.

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This week on the Happiness in Progress podcast, Danielle Craig sits down with Brooke DeBoer—author of Living the Free Life and life coach—to discuss her transformative journey of healing from bullying and traumatic relationships. Brooke opens up about the challenges she faced and the steps she took to reconnect with her inner voice and find freedom.

• How bullying shaped her self-image and relationships.
• The impact of traumatic relationships on her sense of self-worth.
• Her process of healing through boundaries, reflection, and reconnecting with her inner voice.
• Practical steps to define core values and create a life of freedom. “Freedom is being the person I was created to be, not the person everyone else tried to define me as,” Brooke says.

Listen to the full conversation for actionable insights on healing from past pain and creating an authentic, joyful life.

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In this episode of Happiness in Progress, I’m joined by the incredible Alea Lovely, host of the Spiritual Sh*t podcast and author of The Meaningful Manifestation Method.

Alea is a spiritual teacher and intuitive empath who has helped countless people reconnect with their authentic desires and heal the limiting beliefs holding them back.

Together, we dive into redefining manifestation—not as a tool for acquiring things but as a way to cultivate meaningful, fulfilling lives.

• The root of meaningful manifestation: Understanding how aligning with your true desires transforms your life.
• Unpacking limiting beliefs: Identifying and healing the "rot messages" that hold you back.
• Manifestation vs. acquisition: Why meaningful manifestation goes beyond material goals.
• Rewriting old narratives: Alea’s personal journey of shifting societal and cultural narratives to uncover her authentic self.
• Authentic desires vs. societal expectations: How to discern between what you want and what you’ve been told to want.
• Practical tools for transformation: Simple steps to reconnect with your inner self and manifest meaningfully.

Enjoy this healing conversation with Alea. 

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In this episode, Danielle Craig sits down with manifestation expert Tammy Mastroberte to discuss the power of “higher help” in manifesting your desires and the importance of slowing down to recognize signs that guide you along the way.

Tammy explains how connecting with a higher source—whether it’s the universe, God, or your inner wisdom—can amplify your ability to manifest.

Discover practical tips for asking for guidance, slowing down, and becoming more aware of the signs around you.

Listen to the full episode for insights on how to deepen your manifestation journey with spiritual guidance and presence.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How asking for spiritual guidance can help you feel supported and aligned with your goals.

• Why taking time for mindfulness and presence is essential to notice signs from the universe.

• Actionable tips to enhance your manifestation practice with daily requests for guidance, intentions to receive signs, and creating moments of calm to remain open.

• Stories illustrating how unseen guidance and subtle signs have helped others along their manifestation journey.

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Breaking a habit is hard. If you haven't added a habit yet, go check out adding habits in the last HIP Habit mini-episode.

If you're ready for a challenge, let's dig in. Several authors, including Charles Duhigg and James Clear, teach us about the habit loop. In this episode, learn how the habit loop is impacting your daily choices. Once you understand that, you can engineer how you want your choices to look.

In this bonus episode, learn how to hack your habits by taking control of 

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