The Happier You: Empowering Your Journey to a Joyful and Fulfilling Life

 In this episode, I’m reminiscing about summer reading programs from my childhood. Whether you're traveling, relaxing by the lake, or diving into a good book, summer can be a time for fun and personal growth. Join me as I share  some fantastic book recommendations to inspire your summer reading list.

Book Recommendations:

• Take the Stairs by Rory Vaden:
• The Happiness Equation by Neil Pasricha:
• Happiness for Beginners by Katherine Center:
• Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown:

Resources:

• Neil Pasricha's blog: 1000 Awesome Things
•  If you want even more reading ideas, you can check out my Summer Reading List from 2021

What's next:

• Share your summer reading lists and experiences with me!
• Start your own summer reading challenge and reward yourself.
• Come on over to The Happier You Facebook Group and join the conversation about your favourite books and summer reads.

Make time for the things you love this summer and capture those moments in your gratitude journal. Enjoy your reading adventures and choose happiness every day. Have a wonderful summer and go get your happy on!

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

In this episode I discuss the power of "Easy Wins" – small, manageable version of your habits that can transform your day and enhance your happiness. Drawing inspiration from Brené  Brown and James Clear, I talk about actionable steps to help you stay on track and cultivate positive habits, even on the busiest days.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding Easy Wins: Learn why small victories matter and how they build momentum.
• Insights from Experts: Discover how Brene Brown and James Clear's teachings can support your habit-building journey.
• Real-Life Examples: I share my experiences with the Happiness Planner and easy wins from the Discover and Thrive journaling group.
• Actionable Steps: Identify a neglected positive habit, define an easy win, and commit to it for 7 days.

Challenge for the Week:

1. Identify a positive habit you've stopped doing.
2. Define your "easy win" – a small, achievable step for this habit.
3. Commit to your easy win for the next 7 days.

Quotes to Remember:

• "Habits are the compound interest of self-improvement." – James Clear
• "When we know better, we do better." – Maya Angelou

Resources:

• The Happier You Happiness Planner: Track your gratitude and small wins daily.
• 14-Day Gratitude Challenge: Sign up at thehappieryou.net for a free tracking sheet.

Join the Conversation: I love hearing from you! Share your easy wins on social media or on our website.

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Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

Join me this week for an enlightening conversation with one of my favorite people in the world, Doris Belland. Doris is not only a close friend but also a renowned women's money coach, bringing a wealth of wisdom and experience to our discussion.

In this episode, we delve deep into the transformative power of identifying and living by your core values. I've been reflecting a lot on my own happiness journey and realized that the pivotal moment was when I truly understood my values. This clarity has been a game changer, guiding every decision-making process and helping me live a more authentic life.

We often think we know our values until we actually sit down to clarify and prioritize them. Doris and I discuss the importance of this introspective process and the profound impact it can have on our lives. We also explore the role of journaling in this journey, as a tool for both self-discovery and maintaining an authentic lifestyle.

This is such an inspiring conversation with Doris Belland, filled with practical insights and heartfelt advice. Whether you're looking to find clarity in your values, enhance your decision-making, or simply live a more authentic life, this episode is packed with valuable takeaways.

Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

Resources from today's episode:
Free Downloadable Cheat Sheet from Doris: The #1 Mistake Women Make in Managing Their Money (and What to Do Instead)

Doris' Website: Yourfinanciallaunchpad.com

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Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

 In today's episode we have Lori Mitchell back on the podcast to talk about how her journaling practice has supported her over the past year.  Lori was on the podcast almost a year ago when she agreed to let us join her on her journey of creating a journaling practice.  Today we check in with her so she can share her thoughts on journaling.
Loir is a fun guest because she is open, honest and shares some great takeaways for anyone wanting to try this amazing self-supporting practice.  Check out the link below to her interview from last year.

Resources:
Lori's interview from last year -  How To Find Your Journaling Inspiration - Interview With Lori Mitchell

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

In this episode I am talking about how focusing on the good multiplies blessings!  Have you really thought about what you are focusing on?

When we don't think about it, we end up focusing on what we don't want to expand.  The way other people annoy us.  How our kids didn't put away their things.  How our carpooling partner is always late!  How it feels like you are the only one who empties the dishwasher!

What we focus on expands. 

So when we focus on things that drive us crazy...well... you get the picture.

In today's episode I give you some ideas of things you can focus on so that they can expand in your life. 

If focusing on the good multiplies blessings, then don't you think its worth a try?

What do you want more of?

Resources I referenced in this episode:
If you want to know more about Small Wins, here is a previous episode I did: Take Charge of Your Happiness, Why Small Wins Really Matter EP070
The FREE 14 Day Gratitude Challenge I mentioned in the podcast: The Happier You 14 Day Gratitude Challenge

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

Today's episode is about The Power of Choice: Your Authentic Path to Happiness.

Have you ever felt like life's demands left you with little room to choose, or maybe you've found yourself going with the flow, unsure of what you truly want? Well, I'm here to tell you that embracing your power to choose is your authentic path to happiness.

Join me as we dive deep into the transformative power of choice. In this podcast, we'll explore how every decision, whether big or small, shapes our happiness and fulfillment. I know it might sound a bit controversial, but trust me, when you take a closer look, you'll realize that everything in your life is there because of a choice.

Together, we'll uncover three key ways that actively choosing for yourself can lead to a happier and more fulfilling life:

1. Choosing Your Presence: Every day presents an opportunity to decide how we want to show up in our lives. By being present and mindful, we reclaim control over our experiences, ensuring that we align our actions with our values and intentions.
2. Authenticity versus Expectations: Let's talk about the pressure to meet everyone else's expectations and how it often leaves us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from our true selves. By embracing authenticity and prioritizing what truly matters to us, we can break free from the cycle of people-pleasing and live with greater integrity.
3. Taking Ownership: It's time to stop playing the blame game and start taking responsibility for our choices. Whether it's making decisions in the moment or accepting the consequences of our actions, owning our choices empowers us to learn, grow, and create positive change in our lives.

In the podcast I'm sharing some practical tips, and actionable strategies to help you embrace your power to choose and cultivate a life filled with joy and authenticity. From celebrating small victories to learning from setbacks, every step you take towards conscious decision-making brings you closer to your happiest self.

Are you ready to start making positive changes in your life? 

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

In today's episode we are talking with Diane Sorensen.  Diane is a Transformational Coach specializing in parenting and relationships.

Diane helps us figure out why we struggle in some of our relationships.

We learn about the Drama triangle and the 3 roles that we can find ourselves in.  I was fascinated by this talk with Diane because a friend mentioned the rescue triangle to me a while ago and I think it can be a useful tool to understand how we keep getting ourselves into the same frustrating patterns when we are communicating with our loved ones.

Diane doesn't just explain the 3 roles to us.  She gives us suggestions to recognize which roles we might be unknowingly settling into.  Then she suggests a game plan to escape the triangle!

So much goodness in today's episode.

To learn more about the Drama Triangle and Diane's work:

https://www.instagram.com/dianesorensen.bb/

https://www.dianesorensen.net/

The resource we talked about in the podcast that further explains the Drama and Empowerment Triangles:

Shift from Drama to Empowerment with This Transformative Workbook! (dianesorensen.net)

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

In today's episode we are talking about beating chronic pain and living your authentic life with Movement and Yoga Therapist Brittany Wassef.   Brittany shares her personal journey breaking free from chronic pain and how that lead to discovering her authentic life!  
Join us in this episode as Brittany shares ways we can deal with chronic pain and encourages us all to pay attention and notice more of what is going on in our bodies.  She tells us that she is not pain free, but she is free of chronic pain and now knows what her body is communicating to her when pain shows up.

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook

Today's episode is celebrating 100 episodes of The Happier You and honouring the journey that has brought us here. My friend Johanna Wickie takes the interviewer seat and helps me reflect on and celebrate what it took to get to this point.

Grit, curiosity, determination, connection and inspiration.  

It takes a little bit of all of those to hit 100!  We talk about all that and more in today's episode.  Join me in celebrating our 100 episodes!

No matter where you are at on your journey, there is always room for 1 more in The Happier You Community.  I hope you enjoy this episode because I never would have reached it without listeners like you.

Here is the link for the free Workshops I'm running in February:
https://thehappieryou.net/courses/

Wish you journaled more, but struggle to make the time or never know what to write?

Join me on Oct 8th at 8 pm Eastern, for a free guided Journal Club experience.

Come as you are. I’ll provide the prompts and the space to slow down, reflect, reconnect with yourself, and spend an hour with an incredible community of women who are learning to live more intentionally.

✓ No journaling experience required

✓ No pressure to share

✓ Just bring yourself and a notebook