We've had a few episodes about skin care and taking care of the outside.  Let's go beyond skin-deep and talk to Julie, a massage therapist at Vasu Tribe in Hartford, Connecticut. Vasu Tribe clearly prescribes to the mind-body connection as a yoga and healing arts center.  Julie talks about finding her own happiness through her career, among other things.

When we come up to some of the biggest milestones of our lives, we like to put our best face forward. Yen and Transcendent make-up make a business of helping women match their inner joy with their outer radiance, even in the face of harsh camera light. Tune in to hear Yen's experience with starting a business, supporting brides, and staying present with her family on this week's episode.

Nothing releases endorphins quite like shaking your booty, especially with friends!  This cardio dance is popping up in gyms all over the country at a rising rate, and for good reason! It's an interactive fitness class with a high calorie burning rate.  Our interview today is with Cara, a Zumba instructor in Connecticut.  Tune in to hear how teaching Zumba has impacted Cara, and some amazing changes she's seen in her class attendees!

Kelsey sells Rodan & Fields, a skin care line that caters to the individual nuances that skin can have.  After finding relief in the product herself, she began selling these products to share the relief and satisfaction she had after trying the line!

What better way to increase your endorphins than combining yoga with baby animals? What if the proceeds benefited rescue farm animals? Hear about Nadeau Farms, a farm full of animals in need of love in Hamden, CT.  The farm takes in farm animals in need from all over the state.  Classes help to pay for the feed and care of these animals, and take place on weekends starting April 14.  Leah Hilton tells us the story of the farm and how downward dog was brought to the farm.

Last month was all about the traditional helper jobs.  This month, we'll be focusing on professions and services that help with external care, which in turn can impact how our mind feels.  Nutrition, fitness, and care for our skin and bodies is directly correlated to how our brain functions.  Our next segment is about just that!  This week I'll talk about why this matters to me, and my top 5 self-care practices in this area.

What is  a school psychologist? Is it different than a counselor? How does it differ from a private psychologist?  Tune into episode 7, where I sit in on a panel with two members from my graduate school cohort.  Our three different positions mean three very different populations and services to help our students and parents find happiness! Hear us discuss school psychology, happiness, babies, and adulthood milestones.

Social workers have a diverse skill set, with the goal to help others find strategies and services to find more happiness out of life.  Alisa provides that and more to veterans in Denver, Colorado.  In this episode, learn what it's like to work with those who have served our country after they return home.  Alisa shares self care strategies to stay smiling after an intense day of work with some of this selfless population.

In this week's interview, get a glimpse into the work of a clinician whose clients are in the midst of major life changes.  My good friend Emma is a licensed clinician at a program for children in crisis, removed from their homes by the Department of Children and Family's.  As you can imagine, emotions run high in this kind of setting.  How does Emma take care of herself while taking care of the emotional needs of these children?

When you think therapist, what do you think of? A long couch, where you talk about your feelings? Circles of people holding cups of tea? Today's guest Katie Loux is a certified Art Therapist who brings her love of creative expression to adults with disabilities. Listen in to hear how she works with her clients, as well as what techniques she uses to keep herself happy! One of my favorites is her altered book.  Here all about it on today's episode!