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  • 12. Breaking the Mold: Empowerment One Choice at a Time ft. Erin Fader

    Step into Erin's world of elegance and empowerment. ✨

    In today's episode, we're joined by renowned jewelry designer Erin Fader. Her journey isn't only about creating beautiful pieces. It's about breaking the mold. You'll hear her experience of placing her child for adoption and how it and the transformative power of choice have influenced her entrepreneurial journey.

    Jewelry is more than just an accessory; it's an armor that connects, protects, and empowers. Join us in this inspiring conversation about personal growth, responsibility, and honing in on your values.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Erin's origin story
    • Creating affordable, luxury jewelry
    • An unplanned pregnancy and giving her child up for adoption
    • How her pregnancy led to a life-changing journey
    • The power of help
    • Her morning ritual and how it has evolved
    • Prioritizing yourself first

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    Guest info:

    You can follow Erin's adventures at Paris Fashion Week on her personal Instagram @Erin_Fader, Erin Fader Jewelry Design on Instagram @ErinFaderJewelry, AND get 20% off your everyday armor with the code: HUSTLE20 at erinfaderjewelry.com.

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @hustleforhappinesspod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    39 min
  • 11. Unfiltered Progress: Navigating Change for Empowerment

    What comes to mind when you hear "living a life of intention"?

    Today, we explore just that. In this candid and unfiltered episode, Courtney shares her personal growth journey fueled by intentionality. From meditation to combatting sugar consumption and building new habits for a confident and empowered lifestyle. Tune in to discover how facing challenges yields growth across the realms of mind, body, and self-discovery.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Childhood traumas returning in adult life
    • Intentionality is life-changing
    • Her fertility journey
    • Benefits of the 75 HARD Challenge
    • Listening to what your soul needs
    • Developing an intentional approach to nutrition
    • Practicing self-acceptance

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    Resources:

    • Get started on theΒ 75 HARD Challenge

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services atΒ heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram:Β @HeyCourtneyBrookeΒ &Β @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok:Β @HeyCourtneyBrookeΒ &Β @HustleForHappinessPod

    YouTube:Β @HeyCourtneyBrooke

    36 min
  • 10. Brandon Whimpey: Unmasking the Snake Oil of Balance

    Today, Courtney is joined by Brandon Whimpey, a transformation specialist and father. He shares his perspective on finding harmony in life and raising kids. Brandon opens up about his personal journey, including a family health scare that made him reassess his priorities.

    The concept of complete balance is sold to us as an achievable thing. In this episode, Courtney and Brandon debunk this notion of a one-size-fits-all approach and explore the understanding of our own intentions. This episode is packed with wisdom, self-reflection, and actionable advice for anyone seeking a more fulfilled existence.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • How limiting beliefs shaped his childhood and how it has shifted
    • Passing on perspective to children
    • Being sold the myth of the work-life balance. Find harmony instead.
    • Letting go and embracing the present
    • Working with your partner through hardships
    • Being self-aware and voicing your needs
    • Take control of your happiness and fight for it
    • Formula for success: actions + managing emotions
    • Focus on one thing you can control

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    Guest info:

    To keep updated on Brandon's journey, you can follow him on Instagram @BWhimpey.

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @hustleforhappinesspod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    52 min
  • 09. (Advice Column) Embrace the Talk: Fueling Love & Growth through Effective Communication

    We're back with another Advice Column episode, and this one is timely for anyone experiencing some summertime sadness.

    On today's Advice Column episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of growth, nonverbal cues, vulnerability, and healing after heartbreak. Courtney spills her unique insights while sharing the importance of self-care, understanding emotions, and embracing discomfort to prioritize your own needs.Β 

    Do you have a question you'd like some advice or coaching on? Email or DM CourtneyΒ onΒ theΒ HustleΒ forΒ HappinessΒ podcast or her personal page for a chance to have your question on our next Advice Column episode!

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Question #1:Β I recently went through a breakup and find it difficult to move on. How can I heal from heartbreak and embrace a positive mindset to open myself up to new love?Β 
    • Encouraging growth and vulnerability
    • Question #2:Β I want to improve my communication skills in my relationships, but I often struggle with expressing myself clearly. How can I become a better communicator and foster healthier connections?Β 
    • The importance of nonverbal cues in communication
    • Question #3:Β I've been single for a while and feel discouraged about finding a compatible partner. How can I stay positive and maintain hope in my search for love?Β 
    • Tips for embodying a mindset of abundanceΒ 

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services atΒ heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram:Β @HeyCourtneyBrookeΒ &Β @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok:Β @HeyCourtneyBrookeΒ &Β @HustleForHappinessPod

    YouTube:Β @heycourtneybrooke

    47 min
  • 08. Gut Truths: Debunking Myths and Normalizing Digestive Health w/ Julie Belsamo

    The "hot girls with stomach problems" isn't just a TikTok trendβ€”SO many women have digestive issues that we've completely normalized.

    Today, Courtney is joined by dietitian and gut health expert, Julie, who spills the tea on diet TikTok trends and why the mind and gut connection is vital. She drops gems left, right, and center from nervous system regulation to choosing the right supplements that you'll want to keep a pen and paper on your notes app ready to go.

    Julie is a gut health expert and registered dietitian passionate about helping others optimize their health from the inside out. She takes a science-first, root-cause approach, utilizing functional testings & personalized nutrition to facilitate healing, promote longevity and improve overall well-being.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Julie's gut health journey
    • The normalization of stomach issues
    • How alcohol affects the gut
    • The dangers of the supplement industry and how to purchase the right ones
    • Tips for a gut-friendly morning routine
    • Gut-friendly alternatives to artificial sweeteners
    • Inflammageing
    • Leaky gut: what it is and ways to treat it
    • Strategies for reducing stress
    • The truth about processed foods
    • Tackling 10 common gut-health myths:
    • Myth #1: Probiotics and prebiotics are the same
    • Myth #2: All supplements are created equally
    • Myth #3: All bacteria in the gut are harmful
    • Myth #4: A healthy gut is only created by your diet
    • Myth #5: Taking antibiotics destroys your gut microbiome, and you can never recover
    • Myth #6: Gut health has no connection to your mental health
    • Myth #7: If there are no digestive symptoms, then it's not a gut problem
    • Myth #8: A gluten-free diet is beneficial for everyone
    • Myth #9: You can cleanse or detox your gut through specific products or diets
    • Myth #10: Gut health is only related to digestion and has no impact on other bodily symptoms

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    Resources mentioned:

    • Β S Boulardii: a probiotic suggested to take alongside any antibiotics to promote recovery

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    Guest info:

    For more gut-health tips, you can follow Julie on Instagram and TikTok @NutritionByJulie, or visit her website and get 20% all of Julie's packages at nutritionbyjulie.net. (Code HFH20)

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    49 min
  • 07. The Benefits of "Deinfluencing" for Your Mind and Money: a current TikTok trend

    What is deinfluencing?Β 

    If you're not active on TikTok, this term may be new to you. It's a huge trend that has sparked a conversation about overconsumption and encouraging people to consider their purchasing decisions to prevent falling victim to the hype influencers drum up.

    In today's episode, Courtney breaks down this trend and provides strategies on how to approach deinfluencing in a positive way.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • The intentionality behind deinfluencing
    • Deinfluencing strategies:
    • 1. Question your purchases
    • 2. Research before buying
    • 3. Follow diverse voices
    • 4. Hold influencers accountable
    • Benefits of deinfluencing:
    • 1. Improves decision makingΒ 
    • 2. Reduces waste
    • 3. Empowers you to take control over your life
    • The dangers of herd mentality

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services atΒ heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram:Β @HeyCourtneyBrookeΒ &Β @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok:Β @HeyCourtneyBrookeΒ &Β @HustleForHappinessPod

    YouTube:Β @HeyCourtneyBrooke

    32 min
  • 06. 5 Tools - How to Find Yourself Again After Losing Yourself in a Relationship

    Whether you're going through a breakup, needing to set boundaries with a family member, or grieving the loss of a friendship, rediscovering yourself is such an essential and beautiful process.

    To support you in embarking on your journey, today's episode is a bite-sized guidebook filled with tools, ideas, examples, and dos and don'ts on how to find yourself again. Grab a pen and paper before hitting play because you won't want to miss a thing!

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Tool #1: take time to grieve
    • Tool #2: do something creative!
    • Tool #3: practice self-care
    • Tool #4: prioritize your own well-being
    • Tool #5: surround yourself with positive influences
    • Dos and don'ts of finding yourself again

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    Resources:

    Discover the power of journaling as a pathway to finding inner peace, embracing your true self, and navigating through life's challenges. Dive into deep reflective prompts, explore your strengths & weaknesses, and learn to prioritize YOU.

    Join me on this empowering journey of personal growth and reclaiming your identity. Let your journal become a trust companion on the path to healing & finding peace.

    Download now your FREE 8 Journal Prompts to reflect on past relationships.

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @hustleforhappinesspod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    34 min
  • 05. The Working Parent Myth: Dispelling Misconceptions and Facing Reality ft. Allie Scott

    "Do I have to choose between motherhood and my career?"

    Absolutely not!

    On today's episode, we are joined by mother and hair artist Allie Scott. From the importance of structure in her daily routine to solidifying priorities and leaning into her strengths, Allie's resilience will inspire you to take the first step to truly own your life.

    Allie is a Utah native who has always had a passion for styling. From a young age, she knew she wanted to be a top stylist and has dedicated herself to learning everything she can about the craft. Allie has been trained by celebrity stylists worldwide and specializes in Natural Beaded Rows Extensions. She is so skilled in this method that she is also a trainer in it. Allie is the proud owner of ASH Studio, which she has run for 4 1/2 years. She has built a team of rockstars who she is incredibly proud of.

    Despite suffering from severe narcolepsy, Allie has never let anything get in the way of achieving her dreams and creating an abundant life for her family. Her determination and resilience are truly inspiring.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Growing up in Salt Lake City and her experiences marrying at a younger age
    • Growing up Mormon and leaving the religion
    • How Mormonism has influenced raising her son
    • How she balances family and career
    • Advice she has for other women wanting to balance their family and career
    • Finding your family dynamic and what works best for you
    • Why she never says, "I don't have time"
    • Her method to prioritize: the "hit, hot, and cold" list
    • How she thinks society can better support working mothers
    • Living with narcolepsy and getting diagnosed
    • The validating relief of receiving a diagnosis and how she has turned these challenges into her superpower
    • How asking each other questions is what brings us closer

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    Guest info:

    To keep up to date on all things Allie, you can follow her on Instagram and TikTok @HairArtistAllie.

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @hustleforhappinesspod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    54 min
  • 04. Advice Column: dating, communication & breaking old habits

    Welcome to the first advice column episode!

    In this episode, Courtney gives her advice on questions she has received from listeners and community members. Today we cover dating, communication styles, breaking old habits, and keeping yourself accountable.

    Do you have something you'd like Courtney's advice on? Feel free to send her a DM, email, letter, or drop an anonymous line!

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Dating a bad texter
    • Questions to ask for discovering communication styles
    • Is the "right person, wrong time" real?
    • How to hold yourself accountable

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    Resources mentioned:

    • Rebrand your life and sign up for 1:1 life coaching with Courtney

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @hustleforhappinesspod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    38 min
  • 03. The Dark Side of Self Care

    Self-care on social media is often romanticized as glamorous, but it's not always that.

    Self-care can be painful. It can be uncomfortable and frustrating. When actively working on yourself, it can bring up tricky feelings that feel really vulnerable.

    In today's episode, Courtney touches on peer pressure, the comparison game, embracing change, discovering yourself and the role of family members on this journey of growth. Self-care isn't all rainbows, but it is so important to become the most authentic you can be.

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    In today's episode, we cover the following:

    • Getting back into therapy
    • Tips on prioritizing practicing self-care in a way that's authentic to YOU
    • Embracing your uniqueness
    • Why being vulnerable connects us
    • The role that families have in our personal growth

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    Resources mentioned:

    • Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and LeadΒ by BrenΓ© Brown

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    Let's connect!

    Wanna live a life beyond your own limitations? Work with Courtney! Find out more about her life coaching services at heycourtneybrooke.com/

    Instagram: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @HustleForHappinessPodcast

    TikTok: @HeyCourtneyBrooke & @hustleforhappinesspod

    YouTube: @heycourtneybrooke

    42 min

About Hustle For Happiness

From the publisher's feed

@hustleforhappinesspodcast is your friendly guide on the adventure of life. We're all in pursuit of happiness, but let's be honest, the journey isn't always a breeze. What started as a personal hobby of getting to know individuals and chatting with strangers has evolved into this podcast where we bring you authentic conversations and share our discoveries.