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The Art of Finding Yourself & The Power In The Pause

The Happy Life Agenda

Release Date: 05/20/2025

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You’re capable of so much more than survival mode. Imagine what could shift if you gave yourself permission to grow with grace instead of pressure. In this episode, I talk to Austin Attaway, Ph.D., CEO of Life Source Affordable Counseling and a professor who talks about how to expand your capacity in a world that constantly demands more of you. From redefining your boundaries to building the right support systems, Dr. Attaway offers tools to help you lead better, live fuller, and take care of yourself without losing momentum. You’ll learn the four types of capacity that influence...

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Will AI replace women entrepreneurs or finally give them the freedom they’ve been working for? In this episode of The Happy Life Agenda, Dani Cee sits down with Letitia Harris, CEO of Bold Muse Agency, to explore how women can use AI to build sustainable businesses without burnout. After seasons of hustle, loss, and starting over, Letitia discovered a mission worth fighting for: empowering women to break cycles of poverty and create freedom through AI-powered strategies. You’ll hear how AI helped her rediscover joy, the simple tools women entrepreneurs can use to launch with confidence,...

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Did you know your health and happiness are directly tied to your relationship? In this episode of Happy Life Agenda, Dani Cee sits down with fitness coaches and life partners Chan and Kerry Hamilton-Gannaway to reveal how movement, mindset, and even hormone shifts can transform not only your wellness but also your love life. With over 60 years of combined experience in wellness, Chan and Kerry share their journey of navigating midlife together, offering insights into staying strong and balanced while managing emotional and physical changes. They open up about how their commitment to health...

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Most entrepreneurs don’t start businesses because they love spreadsheets. They start because they believe in something bigger. But purpose isn’t enough if the paperwork isn’t right. In this episode of The Happy Life Agenda, Dani Cee talks with Atty. Brian Boyer, a business and tax lawyer on a mission to help women founders build legally sound, financially smart companies from the ground up. Whether you’re scaling fast or just getting started, Brian breaks down the business basics most people skip and how avoiding them could cost you. Because protecting your dream is part of building...

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Caring for your kids and your aging parents at the same time? You’re not alone and you don’t have to burn out in the process.   In this episode of Happy Life Agenda, Dani Cee sits down with wellness coach, menopause specialist, and 35-year fitness veteran Kerry Hamilton-Gannaway to talk about what she calls the “bookend bomb” season of life.    Kerry opens up about supporting her father through Parkinson’s and dementia while running a business, raising kids, and learning to protect her own peace. Together, they share the mindset shifts, daily habits, and community...

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I’ve tried everything. Supplements, hormone therapy, tinctures, even prescription medicines. And still, sleep felt just out of reach. In this episode, I sit down with Emily Green, a licensed professional counselor who specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia. We talk about why so many women feel like they’re failing at sleep, how hustle culture makes it worse, and what your brain and body actually need to slow down and reset. Whether you're going through postpartum, menopause, high stress, or just stuck in habits that aren't helping you sleep better, Emily shares simple...

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I didn’t realize how much life could change just by learning to be open. In this episode of Happy Life Agenda, I share the messy and honest parts of that process, how letting go of control, listening instead of defending myself, and spending time in stillness shifted my relationships and my peace of mind. We talk about what it really means to be open. Not just to new ideas and feedback but to letting people live their own lives without me trying to fix or shape them. It hasn’t been easy. It’s one of the hardest skills I’ve ever had to learn but it’s also been the most freeing. If...

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It’s not too late to choose differently. Whether you're in your 40s or simply tired of living a life that no longer fits, this episode with Dani Cee is your permission to pivot. She shares what it really takes to walk away from the dream job, trust the quiet pull toward purpose, and embrace change….even when it makes no sense on paper. This is a raw, honest conversation about letting go, evolving in public, and choosing authenticity over comfort. If you’ve ever felt that quiet inkling that something in your life needs to shift, this is your sign. Watch this episode of the Happy Life...

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You deserve to feel powerful, vibrant, and fully alive in your own skin, no matter your age. In this episode, I connect with Kerry Hamilton-Gannaway, co-owner of Mayweather Boxing + Fitness, who pulls back the curtain on the myths that have held women back for decades, exposing why the old rules of fitness and nutrition don’t serve you and how you can reclaim your vitality.  We explore the life-changing impact of strength training, the truth about hormones and aging, the power of protein, and why movement should spark joy, not guilt. If you’re ready to stop shrinking yourself and...

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Now, she helps other high-achieving women do the same by teaching them to pause, get honest, and lead from their inner wisdom.

Tune in to the Happy Life Agenda to hear how the power of the pause can lead you back to your truest self.

 

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Wendy Paige Sterling is an intuitive business coach and 7-figure CEO who empowers high-achieving women to reconnect with their inner wisdom and lead with unapologetic self-trust. A two-time international best-selling author, advanced ThetaHealer, and host of The Power in the Pause podcast, she helps leaders slow down, reflect, and realign with purpose. Wendy’s own healing journey through divorce and personal loss fuels her bold, heart-centered approach to transformation. Known as the loving “kick in the ass” her clients need, she brings clarity, confidence, and energetic alignment to every space she enters. With Wendy, the pause becomes a powerful gateway to authenticity and impact.

 

Connect with Wendy Paige Sterling:

Website: https://wendypaigesterling.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-paige-sterling/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendypaigesterling/?hl=en
Podcasts: https://thepowerinthepausepodcast.com/

Books: https://www.amazon.com/Unapologetic-Woman-Leading-Power-Confidence/dp/0997212403

 

Dani Cee is a seasoned Chief Marketing Officer with nearly 20 years of experience in wellness, fitness, and healthcare. She excels at crafting compelling stories and digital strategies for healthcare practitioners who are revolutionizing the industry. Dani specializes in content strategy, campaign management, and leadership development, helping organizations expand their reach and transform lives in the pursuit of better health. Her collaborative approach ensures alignment across teams, from physicians to sales, driving impactful results. Passionate about integrative medicine, Dani is dedicated to empowering individuals and organizations to discover their purpose and achieve their mission. 

 

Connect with Dani Cee:

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