Happiness. Happy. Words we hear, but many don't actually experience true happiness. I look at Max Lucado's book, How Happiness Happens, and check out five ways towards attaining true happiness. I'll give you a few hints...it doesn't require a new car, super nice clothes or any particular status. Looking to get your happiness stoke on? Check out this week's episode!

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Would you run at your full speed for 26 miles? Nope.
Not only is that impossible, but it's unhealthy. Too often, we try to go full speed through life, holding onto unrealistic expectations for ourselves, refusing to give up control of things that weigh us down and distract us and our journey becomes more burdensome then it was intended. I look at ways to implement a marathon pace throughout life. You deserve to not live life on a sprinter's pace and you can shift gears. Not only will you enjoy the journey more, but your relationships and outlook on life will be strengthened. How awesome is that?

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Political discussions can evoke deep discussion and also be sorely divisive impacting relationships and fragmenting families. We look at realistic options to explore when we have people in our lives that have contrasting political stances and beliefs.

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"Love thy neighbor as thyself." We've all heard both the saying and commandment, but do we live this out? Sarah Regn is from South Jersey, but currently teaching in Taiwan and this is a mindset she pursues on a daily basis.

We look at the quality of life we experience when pursuing a servant's heart, simplifying our lives and busting outside of our comfort zones through travel.

I had the tremendous honor of interviewing Nathan & Tricia Lawrenson.
We discuss the realities of being different-abled & infusing compassion into our daily lives. Tricia shares her story as a two-time lung transplant recipient & the pertinence of deciding to be an organ donor.

As Tricia & her family prepare for a possible third lung transplant, your prayers and financial donations are greatly appreciated. Please visit their Go Fund Me Page: 65Roses4PattySue

Supporting local businesses, efforts and events
allows for a more sustainable community for families and
businesses.
We'll look at five easy and fun ways to increase our
community connection and help out small businesses. It's
a win win for everyone.

If you're interested in purchasing either of my books: Peace,
Love & Goodness: Lessons from the Drug Lady OR A Higher
Level of Goodness: Lessons from the Drug Lady - hop on
Amazon and be sure to order, read & leave that review :)

Patience is a virtue. That's a truth, but possessing
patience is a struggle for many. Looking at what patience is
and ways of infusing it into your life as a way of being healthier,
happier and more well balanced.

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please visit: www.patreon.com/goodnesschick

Gossip has no positives. None. It can be really challenging at times to avoid the pull of knowing the latest word on the street with a friend or family member or keeping up on the dish at work.
Gossip impacts the ability to trust other people, it is often based on convoluted information and hurts more hearts than we can fathom.
Learning how to dodge the gossip bullet and refrain from its lure is the focus of today's episode.
We're rocking out positive talk to squelch the negative.

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Feeling constantly exhausted being pulled in a million directions can become a normal feeling for many of us. Our cup in life becomes dry having a direct impact on every aspect of our lives. It impacts our relationships, mindset, and quality of life.
Learning how to keep our cup filled, making it part of our lifestyle, is life-altering. Check out today's episode
on ways to recharge and get your cup filled.

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Brett Stevens is the author of, Crossover: A Look Inside a Manic Mind,
and shares his journey as someone living with Bipolar I. We chat about living with a mental illness and the realities connected to living with an invisible illness and the relevance of compassion and kindness in a world where everyone is fighting their own battles.

You can purchase Brett's book, Crossover: A Look Inside a Manic Mind on Amazon.