Fearless Happyness Podcast
The Fearless Happyness Podcast showcases phenomenal individuals, from across the United States and from all walks of life, who overcame serious traumas, addictions, life obstacles and challenges to living the life of their dreams. Listen in as each week, Max and his guests sit down to share their experiences and spread strength, hope and faith to help others also become fearless in their pursuit of happiness!!
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Abuse, Addiction, and Loss: Why Pain Doesn’t Define You with Blanca Rodriguez | E196
06/02/2025
Abuse, Addiction, and Loss: Why Pain Doesn’t Define You with Blanca Rodriguez | E196
What happens when you stop running from your past and start healing it? In this powerful episode, Blanca Rodriguez shares her journey from childhood trauma and silence to purpose, healing, and fearless transformation. From the loss of her father and surviving abuse to becoming a massage therapist, holistic life coach, and bestselling author, Blanca opens up about what it really takes to break generational cycles and rebuild from the inside out. Her message is one of strength, responsibility, and radical self-love. If you're ready to reclaim your power, this one is for you. Blanca has dedicated her career to helping individuals understand the long-term effects of untreated childhood trauma and how music, laughter, and dance can provide a creative outlet for healing and transformation. Blanca’s contribution to the personal growth world has helped individuals improve their quality of life by helping them understand that life does not get better by chance; it gets better by change. Connect with Blanca: https://www.woundedhealer.us/ https://www.instagram.com/woundedhealer.blancae https://www.facebook.com/r.blancae/ Grab a copy of her books: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=impact+leadership+blanca+rodriguez Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (1:20) Who is Blanca Rodriguez (6:04) “I was nine when it all began” (11:27) The turning point: motherhood (17:48) Breaking generational cycles (20:40) Going back to school at 38 (21:55) How “The Secret” sparked healing (23:42) Tools that helped her transform (26:45) Healing the inner child (32:39) Parenting then vs. now (36:42) Daily tools to break the cycle (39:03) Why Blanca became a life coach (41:45) Her bestselling book ‘Impact Leadership’ (47:57) What fearless means to her (49:19) Her version of happiness (52:42) One final life-changing piece of advice (53:54) Outro
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Anxiety, Burnout, and Reinvention: A Powerful Career Pivot with Allison Guilbault | E195
05/28/2025
Anxiety, Burnout, and Reinvention: A Powerful Career Pivot with Allison Guilbault | E195
What would you do if you hit a wall in your career and realized you were living a life that didn’t feel like yours? In this episode, Max sits down with Allison, a former private investigator turned therapist and coach, who shares how she rebuilt her life from burnout to purpose. From her early battles with anxiety and panic attacks in high school to working with men in solitary confinement at Rikers Island, Allison opens up about her path to healing and helping others. She discusses what real self-care entails, why pivoting isn’t a failure, and how to safeguard your peace when helping others navigate their darkest moments. Whether you're feeling stuck or just need a reminder that it’s okay to start over, this one’s for you. Connect with Allison: Web: IG: @anotefromyourtherapist LinkedIn: Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (1:29) Allison’s intro and career journey from PI to therapist (3:13) The high school panic attack that started it all (5:48) Burnout, breakdown, and the bold mid-life pivot (10:21) Managing trauma work and burnout with real self-care (15:17) Choosing sobriety and building a new social life (20:39) Parenthood, private practice, and life pivots (32:52) Creative passions, writing a book, and podcasting (35:41) What “fearless” and “happiness” really mean to Allison (41:57) One powerful piece of advice: give yourself a break (43:02) Outro
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From Trauma to Purpose and a Life of Impact with Alan Lazaros | E194
05/20/2025
From Trauma to Purpose and a Life of Impact with Alan Lazaros | E194
What if your biggest setback was your greatest setup for success? In this episode, Max talks with Alan Lazaros, speaker, coach, and founder of Next Level University. Alan opens up about losing his father at a young age, facing major family changes, and the car accident at 26 that forced him to rethink everything. He shares how self-belief helped him rise through tough times and how he now helps others do the same. From childhood trauma to personal growth and real success, this conversation is honest, inspiring, and full of practical takeaways. If you’ve ever felt lost or stuck, you’ll find a lot of hope here. How to connect with Alan? 📧 [email protected] Instagram: instagram.com/alazaros88 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alan.lazaros LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/ Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (1:50) Alan’s backstory: childhood loss and shifting family dynamics (9:47) Trauma response and academic overachievement (13:35) Climbing the corporate ladder and financial independence (15:36) The car accident that changed everything (17:49) The four stages of fulfillment and success (23:12) The role of self-belief in surviving hardship (29:07) External success vs. internal emptiness (36:45) What "fearless" means to Alan (38:51) Defining happiness and purpose (42:05) Alan’s one piece of advice for becoming a better person (43:08) Outro
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How Nutrition, Faith & Grit Helped Reclaim Her Life with Laurie Hammer | E193
05/12/2025
How Nutrition, Faith & Grit Helped Reclaim Her Life with Laurie Hammer | E193
What if the food you eat could change your mind—and your life? In this episode, Max sits down with Laurie Hammer, a nutritional therapist who turned her 12-year battle with bulimia into a mission to help others heal. Laurie shares how discovering amino acid therapy and learning she had celiac disease changed everything—restoring her health, lifting her depression, and giving her life new purpose. They talk about the real connection between food, brain chemistry, and emotional health. From protein and gut health to faith, gratitude, and stepping out of your comfort zone, Laurie brings raw honesty and real tools for anyone looking to feel better from the inside out. Connect with Laurie: Web: LinkedIn: Facebook: Episode highlight: (0:00) Intro (2:21) Laurie’s struggle with bulimia and discovering functional medicine (6:33) Identifying food allergies and how they affect the brain (12:07) The importance of increasing protein intake (17:10) Risks of BCAAs and selecting the right amino acids (25:22) Laurie’s biggest lesson: trusting God through hard times (30:12) What happiness and joy mean to Laurie, and how she defines being fearless (34:03) How to connect with Lori and her upcoming Calm Mom Academy (34:58) Final advice: gratitude, brain health, and self-care (37:35) Outro
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Analytics, Impact, and a Second Chance at Life with Kathleen Davis | E192
05/05/2025
Analytics, Impact, and a Second Chance at Life with Kathleen Davis | E192
What happens when a head injury almost ends your life, but you wake up more alive than ever? In this powerful episode, Max sits down with Kathleen Davis, CEO of SMRI and founder of SurveyEdge, to explore her inspiring journey from trailblazing NFL analytics to surviving a traumatic brain injury. Kathleen shares the challenges of thriving in male-dominated spaces, building data platforms that actually engage people, and finding joy through gratitude and service. Her story is proof that resilience, relationships, and a fearless heart can transform any setback into strength. Whether you're an entrepreneur, sports fan, or someone looking for renewed purpose, this conversation is a reminder to lead with love, live with curiosity, and serve with joy. Learn more about Kathleen: 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: go-smri.com 🌐 Website: survey-edge.com Episode highlights: (0:00) Intro (1:25) Who is Kathleen, and what is her work in data analytics (5:47) How she collects high-quality on-site data (6:59) Creation of SurveyEdge and its growth post-COVID (10:43) What SMRI stands for and what it actually does (16:39) The economic impact of big events like the Super Bowl (23:50) Kathleen’s background, education, and early career (29:06) Surviving a traumatic head injury and finding a new purpose (32:21) What “fearless” means to her (34:49) Defining happiness and giving back (37:19) Her best life advice: Focus outward and add value to others (40:21) Outro
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The Way We Are Being Chosen To Be Utilized In This World with Brandon Bell | E191
04/28/2025
The Way We Are Being Chosen To Be Utilized In This World with Brandon Bell | E191
Brandon Bell is a mentor, visionary artist, and entrepreneur passionate about empowering individuals and communities through creativity and personal growth. As CEO and co-founder of We Are Limitless Studios (WALS), he transforms public spaces with large-scale murals that foster connection and inspire dialogue. Building on the success of WALS, Brandon launched Let's Make Murals, a mentorship program designed to help artists transition from studio work to public art, while mastering business and community engagement. His work celebrates storytelling, diversity, and collaboration, earning him recognition for blending art with community development. Through his book, Positive Mental Artists, Brandon shares tools to help creatives align their mindset with their artistic success. He mentors middle school, high school, college students, and artists worldwide — often hiring them to assist or lead projects — providing hands-on experience and growth opportunities. By integrating his creative ventures, Brandon continues to inspire artists to build resilience, embrace a growth mindset, and create lasting impact through art and action.
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'Never, Ever, Ever, Let Anyone Write The Ending To Your Story' with Dr. Jan Mielke Schwartz | E190
04/22/2025
'Never, Ever, Ever, Let Anyone Write The Ending To Your Story' with Dr. Jan Mielke Schwartz | E190
The Fearless Happyness Podcast welcomes the extraordinary Dr. Jan Mielke Schwartz, an acclaimed author and speaker lauded by LA Weekly as "one of the most theoretically minded, hopeful, and erudite professionals in the fields of Criminology, Forensic Behavioral Science, Intelligence, and Homeland Security" (September 28, 2022). Described by the University of Pittsburgh as "one of those who show high promise of significant contribution to society and progress," Dr. Schwartz brings a unique blend of profound insight, warmth, and unwavering optimism to our conversation. Beyond her impactful work in complex global fields, Dr. Schwartz is the international bestselling author of "Last Summer with Oscar: An Adventurous True Story of Love and Courage" and its companion "Last Summer with Oscar Workbook." She is currently completing her highly anticipated non-fiction book, "Authentic Intelligence: How to Use Your Mental, Emotional & Spiritual Gifts to Create the Life - and World - You Want." With a deep commitment to fostering growth and healing at all levels – from individuals to nations – Dr. Schwartz joins us to share her wisdom on navigating the delicate balance between hope and reality, and how to tap into our innate potential for a more fulfilling life. A true believer in the power of humanity, Dr. Jan Mielke Schwartz is a guest you won't want to miss who shares her life of Fearless Happyness.
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'Are you caught in the Good Daughter Trap?' with Katherine Fabrizio | E189
04/07/2025
'Are you caught in the Good Daughter Trap?' with Katherine Fabrizio | E189
Katherine Fabrizio is a psychotherapist and author specializing in the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, particularly when those dynamics are impacted by personality disorders like narcissism and borderline personality disorder. Drawing on her clinical experience and insights from her book, "The Good Daughter Syndrome," Katherine helps listeners understand the patterns of the "Good Daughter Syndrome" – a role often adopted by daughters of difficult, narcissistic, or emotionally immature mothers as a survival mechanism. Her work offers crucial guidance on recognizing and breaking free from these ingrained patterns, empowering individuals to prioritize their own emotional well-being. Katherine provides practical and actionable steps for setting healthy boundaries, navigating challenging family dynamics, and ultimately reclaiming personal power and autonomy. Tune in to Episode 189 of The Fearless Happyness Podcast, available at fearlesshappyness.life and hear about Katherine's life of Fearless Happyness!
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'At the End Of The Day, There's No Failures Man' with Derick Sebastian | E188
04/01/2025
'At the End Of The Day, There's No Failures Man' with Derick Sebastian | E188
'At the End Of The Day, There's No Failures Man' with Derick Sebastian Derick Sebastian is a Maui-born ukulele virtuoso whose music resonates with the spirit of Aloha. His journey is a testament to the power of passion and perseverance. From humble beginnings, he's risen to international acclaim, sharing his captivating melodies with audiences worldwide. Derick's story is one of overcoming adversity and finding joy through music. He has performed at various venues, and with many artists. Beyond his musical talent, Derick is a cultural practitioner who embodies the essence of the Aloha spirit. He shares his knowledge through ukulele lessons and brings a unique touch to events, including weddings, where he acts as both musician and officiant. His recent endeavors include composing and producing music for film, television, and advertisements, showcasing his versatility as an artist. In his upcoming memoir, "Daydreaming with Purpose," Derick shares his personal journey and offers self-leadership strategies to help others transform their passions into professions. His story is one of resilience, faith, and the pursuit of happiness, making him an inspiring guest who lives a life of Fearless Happyness Sources and related content
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 187 with Laura Berman Fortgang
03/24/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 187 with Laura Berman Fortgang
Laura Berman Fortgang is a true pioneer in the personal coaching field, a legacy built on decades of empowering individuals to live authentically and with Fearless Happyness. As a trailblazer in the industry, she's guided countless people through life's pivotal transitions, helping them discover their true purpose and create deeply fulfilling lives. Author of the groundbreaking "Living Your Best Life" and the essential guide "Now What?," Laura provides practical tools and profound insights for navigating uncertainty and unlocking inner strength. Beyond her bestselling books, Laura is a sought-after TEDx speaker, captivating audiences with her wisdom and compassionate approach. Her expertise lies in helping people overcome obstacles, transform fear into freedom, and cultivate genuine, lasting joy. On "The Fearless Happyness Podcast with Max Nijst," Laura shares her invaluable perspective on self-discovery, offering actionable advice for anyone seeking a more courageous and joyful existence. Join Max and Laura as they delve into the heart of authentic living, exploring the courage required to embrace true happiness and create a life aligned with your deepest values, as Laura is a shining example on how to live a life of Fearless Happyness!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 186 with Kevin Palmieri
03/18/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 186 with Kevin Palmieri
Kevin Palmieri, the founder and CEO of Next Level University, is a leading authority on personal development, and creating a life of extraordinary fulfillment. He's not just a motivational speaker; he's a transformational coach and a true believer in the power of human potential. Through Next Level University, Kevin has built a massive online community dedicated to helping individuals break through limitations, conquer their fears, and achieve levels of success they never thought possible. As a seasoned podcaster himself, with nearly 3,000 episodes recorded, Kevin brings a wealth of experience and insight to the conversation. Kevin's journey is a testament to his own principles. He's faced and overcome significant challenges, using those experiences to fuel his passion for empowering others. He understands that true happiness isn't a destination, but a byproduct of consistent personal growth and a fearless commitment to living authentically. On The Fearless Happyness Podcast, Kevin shares his unique insights on cultivating a mindset of resilience, mastering your emotions, and building a life aligned with your deepest values. He dives into practical strategies for overcoming limiting beliefs, unlocking your inner confidence, and creating lasting happiness. Crucially, Kevin breaks down the vital distinction between fleeting happiness and enduring fulfillment, explaining how chasing temporary highs leads to a cycle of dissatisfaction, while focusing on fulfillment creates a foundation for long-term joy and purpose. He also passionately emphasizes the importance of loving what you do, stating that no amount of money could replace the fulfillment he finds in his work. He believes that if your work aligns with your purpose and brings you joy, regardless of the type of work it is, there's no reason to pursue anything else. Prepare to be inspired and equipped with actionable tools to live in Fearless Happyness!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 185 with Caitlin Morrison
03/04/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 185 with Caitlin Morrison
A Sister's Love Caitlin Morrison is the Executive Director of The Matthew Perry Foundation of Canada, which is dedicated to supporting individuals struggling with substance abuse disorders. As the sister of the late actor Matthew Perry, she is deeply committed to honoring his legacy by providing crucial support for those on their path to recovery. Driven by a desire to turn her grief into positive action, Caitlin is spearheading efforts to address the critical need for post-treatment support. She understands that while initial treatment is often available, the period following it is particularly vulnerable. The foundation focuses on providing resources such as: Housing support Access to mental health care Career training Peer support Caitlin's leadership is marked by her passion and dedication to raising awareness about addiction as a disease and fostering understanding and support for those affected. She has expressed the importance of removing the stigma associated with addiction and ensuring that people who are struggling know that they are not alone. She is working to create a lasting impact, ensuring that her brother's desire to help others continues through the foundation's work. Listen in as Caitlin and I sit down to discuss how she is helping others affected by addiction by helping break the stigma surrounding addiction and how, through her work, she is healing and creating her path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 184 with Keeper Catran-Whitney
02/22/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 184 with Keeper Catran-Whitney
Help Me Work Through a Brother’s Trauma with Keeper Catran-Whitney Author, speaker, and activist, Keeper Catran-Whitney, is dedicated to raising awareness about the often-overlooked trauma experienced by brothers of sexual abuse survivors. Advocating for the inclusion of brothers' voices in the child sexual abuse survivor space, Keeper’s work is deeply rooted in his personal experience of grappling with the trauma of learning that his four sisters were sexually abused by their stepfather, with their mother's knowledge. He also suffered sexual abuse as a young child. He emphasizes the silence and lack of support systems for brothers who experience this secondary trauma. He is the author of "HELPLESSNESS: The Mental Health Challenges Brothers Experience Once We Learn Our Sisters Have Been Sexually Abused By Our Parents” and is working on a three book series. Join me as Keeper Catran-Whitney and I dig into his work and hear how Keeper was able to get accept his trauma and live a life of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 183 with Dr. Tara Perry
02/15/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 183 with Dr. Tara Perry
Using The Power of The Subconscious Mind to Heal Your Deepest Trauma with Dr. Tara Perry Imagine transforming your life in ways you never thought possible. For over 25 years, Dr. Tara Perry has been that transformation catalyst for first responders, celebrities, entrepreneurs, teachers, doctors, Olympians, moms, dads, teens, and even children. Dr. Perry began her journey in private practice in Santa Monica, California, back in 1997. Her work, seen on Lifetime Television, FOX Sports West, and featured in Esquire Magazine, LA Times Magazine, and the Wall Street Journal, has touched lives and changed them fundamentally. She was trained personally by the world-renowned Marisa Peer, Dr. Tara, who is a certified Rapid Transformational Therapy Therapist. But her expertise doesn't stop there; she's a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, has been a professor at UCLA’s Arthur Ashe Center, and taught at Emperor’s College, California's top acupuncture school. With over 800 hours of specialized training in Orthopedics, Allergy Elimination, Nutrition, Meditation, and more, Dr. Perry has collaborated with global leaders in health and personal development like Dr. Joe Dispenza, Tony Robbins, and Master Choa Kok Sui. Join me as Dr. Tara Perry shares how she can help you achieve emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual wellness faster and deeper than you ever imagined. Get ready to unlock your potential with insights from Dr. Tara Perry, who clearly lives a life of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 182 with Dr, Kyle Elliot
02/07/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 182 with Dr, Kyle Elliot
Building Innovated Ways to a Successful Life with Dr. Kyle Elliott As a tech career and interview coach, Dr. Kyle Elliott helps Silicon Valley’s top talent get unstuck, own their fabulousness, and achieve what they never imagined was possible, just like he has. Once a teen suffering from horrible migraines, it wouldn’t be until his sophomore year of college before Kyle would be finally given a medical diagnosis that would forever change his life. Diagnosed with different mental health conditions, Kyle quickly realized the limited resources that were in the world to help people who were struggling. Searching for ways to regulate his system, Kyle would go on to find solutions through medication, therapy, spiritual direction, coaches, mentors, and a tight-knit community. Eventually, Kyle started to discover things that brought joy to his life again while discovering the value of Persistent Self Care. It would also be during this time that finding a way to make money on FIVERR would lead Kyle to a career that he grew to LOVE and ways to help others do the same. Now, the mental health advocate and founder behind CaffeinatedKyle.com has one simple goal – to help people find jobs they LOVE while discovering those things that fuel them internally and help them become unstuck, own their fabulousness, and achieve what they never imagined was possible. Listen in as Kyle and I discuss how he discovered the life of his dreams while overcoming traumas and challenges, how he is helping others do the same, and what led him to find a life of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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How to Empower your LIFEstyle with Rhonda Farrah, MA, DRWA
02/01/2025
How to Empower your LIFEstyle with Rhonda Farrah, MA, DRWA
How to Empower your LIFEstyle with Rhonda Farrah, MA, DRWA An author, speaker, and LIFEstyle Empowerment Alchemist Coach, Rhonda Farah, MA, DRWA, assists individuals in Empowering themselves, as well as those that surround them, thus actualizing their health and wellness goals and objectives on both personal and professional levels, as she has done. Born and raised in Connecticut, Rhonda grew up in what they call an extended family home., where she lived with not only her parents, sister and brothers, but also her grandparents, aunts, uncles and some cousins. Surrounded by lots of love and lots of discipline. Rhonda was also surrounded primarily by women. She credits that tradition as invaluable in providing the spirit of nurturance of self and others to which she especially subscribes. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology/Psychology, a Master’s Degree & Teaching Credential, and a Certification/Member with the International Coaching Federation, Rhonda’s Life Credentials have helped her grow the most. Once incarcerated in a Women’s Federal Imprisonment Camp, followed by several divorces to becoming a thriving Breast Cancer Survivor, Rhonda has learned that laughing and crying are both signs of growth. “I don’t bounce back; I bounce forward and move forward in bigger and brighter directions,” says Rhonda. Now the founder of Help Me Rhonda Now International, Rhonda shares her passion for Life by helping clients overcome health and wellness obstacles and challenges so that they may achieve the energy, passion, and purpose that is inherently theirs. Listen in as Rhonda and I sit down to discuss how she discovered the blessings and gifts in every challenge and hardship that she went through, her passion for helping others do the same, and how, through healing and wellness, she created her own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 180 with M. Curtis McCoy
01/23/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 180 with M. Curtis McCoy
Developing Success, Motivation, and Inspiration with M. Curtis McCoy A Personal Brand Development Coach, Motivational Speaker, and Best-Selling Author, M. Curtis McCoy helps business professionals reach their full potential by mentoring them to become and develop into successful entrepreneurs, as he has learned. Growing up being brutalized by his father with emotional abuse, Curtis decided at an early age that he was not going to let the traumas he was going through be his identity. At just 13 years old, Curtis set out to learn as much as he could to be a better person, no matter what. Setting a plan, Curtis would spend the rest of his childhood and early college years studying and working hard, eventually leading him to a successful career spanning multiple ventures – from owning a cosmetic medical laser clinic to running a telecommunications company. Through it all, Curtis learned the real key to enduring success isn’t just about building businesses but about building your name. Now, through News Wire Magazine, his published writings, and platforms like Amazon Fire TV, Curtis continues to help inspire leaders by providing them with powerful exposure and credibility to achieve lasting impact and recognition in their fields. Listen in as Curtis and I sit down to discuss how perseverance and consistency helped him develop an identity he was proud of, how he mentors others to do the same, and how it led him to a path of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 179 with Courtney Shulnick
01/17/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 179 with Courtney Shulnick
Learning to Be Mindful in Life with Courtney Schulnick As a Lawyer and Certified Mindfulness Educator, Courtney Schulnick is passionate about helping fellow attorneys and business professionals find ways to manage stress and anxiety better, as she has learned. For the better part of two decades now, Courtney has worked as an attorney defending individuals and businesses in casualty matters in both local, state, and federal courts. As a litigator in a high-pressure environment, Country knows firsthand what chronic stress can do to one’s focus, performance, relationships, and overall health. With a hugely rewarding career and a family she adored, Courtney once found herself close to a virtual breakdown due to the pressure of trying to balance it all. Juggling too much and suffering some personal losses, Courtney found herself unable to enjoy what really mattered in life and knew something had to change. To better manage her anxiety and the stressors, Courtney enrolled herself in the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program offered at the Myrna Brind Center for Mindfulness at Jefferson in Philadelphia, PA. It would be there that Courtney noticed the ways in which the practice of mindfulness increasingly enriched her life on both a professional and personal level. The desire to deepen her own practice and share the gift of mindfulness with others encouraged Courtney to complete the extensive MBSR teacher training at Jefferson. Now, as an educator herself, Courtney helps others overcome their anxiety and stress by teaching mindfulness so that they, too, can live more fully in the present moment and achieve greater balance, vitality, and health. Her greatest teachers of all time … Her husband and three young boys. Listen in as Courtney, and I discuss how finding it hard to balance a healthy life helped her discover just how to do that, her mission to help others do the same before they become burned out, and how being mindful has led her to a path of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 178 with Mike Murphy
01/08/2025
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 178 with Mike Murphy
How to Live Your Life on Purpose with Mike Murphy Once a restless youth facing multiple arrests, Mike left home at the age of 14 with four dollars in his pocket and quickly turned into a habitual runaway, juvenile delinquent and getting kicked out of pretty much every school he attended. Then, at 23, after an argument, Mike decided to leave his wife and baby behind to go partying for a week, only to come home and discover he was all out of chances. Turning to addiction to cope, it would take another two years before Mike would find his way into therapy and finally see the light. For the next 30 years, Mike would unlock his personal Creation of Frequency to manifest the life he always wanted and transform it into tangible success. Now the founder and creator of Mountains of Hope – a premier wellness destination in Colombia dedicated to fostering profound healing and sustainable health, Mike is passionate about others living their most fulfilled lives, too. Listen in as Mike and I sit down to discuss how an 8th-grade dropout and juvenile delinquent went on to become a self-made millionaire with a passion for helping people to heal and become their best selves and how the path he lived eventually got him to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 177 with Gina Casazza
12/19/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 177 with Gina Casazza
Knowing You Are Capable, Worthy, and Destined for Greatness with Gina Gasazza A children’s author, motivational speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of the nonprofit EmpowerLIt – Literacy & Beyond, Gina Casazza empowers people to master their mindset and achieve breakthroughs in every aspect of life as she has. Raised with the tools to get through anything in life, Gina was taught resilience from an earlier age and to always keep her word when it came to anything she committed herself to. Knowing she would have to figure things out on her own, Gina became very determined at a young age to achieve her goals no matter what it took. Not very verbal as a teen, one would never think Gina would end up on stage someday. But in her 20s, that is exactly where she ended up, cracking jokes to a live audience as a comedian. Even after a disheartening night with fellow hacklers where most would give up, Gina persevered to go on and eventually ended up in Hollywood on sets like Dancing with the Stars and being a production assistant to some pretty big Hollywood A-Listers, finding that no matter what anyone said or what tried to stop her, she belonged right where she was at. Now the host of her own podcast show, Mindset Lesson from the Field, Gina is on a mission to empower others to master their mindset and achieve breakthroughs in every aspect of their life, as she has done. Listen in as Gina and I sit down to discuss the lessons that taught her determination and perseverance, how she is using them to teach others the same thing, and how it has all led her to a life of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 176 with Jonathan Labman
12/11/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 176 with Jonathan Labman
Discovering the Blueprint for Inner Peace with Jonathan Labman One of the leading spiritual awakening experts in the world, Jonathan Labman, has helped thousands of people overcome the constant hustle, anxiety, and exhaustion of “success” to live a life of purpose, peace, and fulfillment like he has learned to do. Growing up being traumatized at home and bullied at school, Jon lived in uncomprehending misery for years. Seeking guidance and acceptance, Jon wound up with only deeper trauma, anxiety, and self-doubt as he went in and out of extreme religious cults. Bound and determined to feel better, Jonathan would experience numerous ‘false starts’ before finding a ‘true start’. Then, at the age of 30, Jonathan set out on an active spiritual path, which took him into different religions and mystical awakening traditions and eventually led him to discover what brought him joy and purpose – working with others and learning about their life stories. Returning to school to earn a Master’s in Counseling Psychology, and earning two trauma treatment certifications from the world-famous specialists Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and Dr. Bruce Perry, Jon would begin teaching meditation and spiritual awakening. Now the author of “An Ordinary Being” and “Simply Awake,” Jon continues to help people move away from a tortured existence and towards a life of peace and contentment, focusing on the CORE of who they really are. Listen in as Jon and I sit down to discuss how he turned a life of deep trauma and misery into a life of pure joy and awakening, his mission to help others do the same, and how he eventually found his own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 175 with Abbey Havermann
12/04/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 175 with Abbey Havermann
Shifting Your Focus from Surviving to Thriving with Abby Havermann A psychotherapist turned coach, dynamic speaker, skilled trainer, and illuminator, Abby Havermann teaches people how to rewire habitual patterns and behavior to thrive instead of survive, as she has done. Once upon a time, Abby led what most would easily describe as an enviable life – a respected couple’s therapist, married with an adorable child, and a white picket fence to go along with it all. However, behind closed doors, it was a different story. Until one night, Abby was given a mortifying walk-up call that would change it all for her. After spending a long, dark night in an overcrowded jail cell for bogus charges, Abby finally woke up to realize all the ways she was betraying herself and shifted her focus from what she was doing to who she was becoming. A lifelong learner, Abby started to dig deep into the human potential movement, trained with world-renowned thought leaders and eventually illuminated everything that was self-sabotage and betrayal and started to thrive! Now, Abby is teaching others to do the same for themselves. She teaches mission-driven, insight-oriented people how to rewire their thoughts, adapt, and transcend prior limitations to reach great heights. Listen in as Abby and I sit down to discuss the moment she realized her own choices were what was holding her back, what she did to change that, her mission to helps others do the same in order to thrive and how it all has helped her find her own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 174 with Terry Tucker
11/27/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 174 with Terry Tucker
Principles to Leading an Extraordinary Life with Terry Tucker A business owner, retired SWAT Hostage Negotiator, author, sought-after motivational speaker, and cancer warrior for the last 12 years, Terry Tucker has truly seen it all. A champion and advocate for living life with purpose, Terry does so by helping others beat unimaginable odds to live an uncommon and extraordinary life, just like he has. Born and raised on the south side of Chicago, Terry, the oldest of three boys, went to college on a basketball scholarship despite having three major knee surgeries in high school. It was there that Terry first discovered that we are not all born with the same gifts and talents. Wanting to quit and out of his league, Terry was on the verge of giving up on it all when one day he received a 7-page letter from his dad that would turn it all around and put him back in the game! Now the founder of Motivational Check, Terry is on a mission to consistently enrich and improve the lives of everyone he meets through inspiring, diverse, and uplifting content. He accomplishes his mission and passion for helping others get back in the game by being a guest at world-class speaking engagements, podcast, radio, television interviews, books and coaching. Listen in as Terry and I discuss how he turned life’s major setbacks into major breakthroughs, how he is helping others do the same by obtaining sustainable excellence and how it has all led him to living a life of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 173 with Heather Deba
11/21/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 173 with Heather Deba
Transform Your Health and Life with Heather Deba A health and nutrition coach, Heather Deba helps women restore their max metabolism and regain their confidence by rediscovering a healthier and more authentic version of themselves, just like she did. Born and raised in China, Heather came to the United States on her own when she was just 16 years old. Leaving her parents and everything she knew behind, Heather arrived in a whole new country, discovering a whole new lifestyle that she had never experienced before, including American cuisine. Not putting much thought into the pizza, ice cream and other foods she was eating, Heather would soon discover that within eight months of arriving in the US, she was 45 pounds heavier, all because of the food she was eating. Having youth and a vibrant body on her side, she was able to quickly lose weight. However, before she knew it, years had gone by and Heather was in her mid 30’s, eating very little to maintain and still overweight and unhappy. Feeling miserable, Heather would soon realize that she was not only depriving herself of food but also the moments that really mattered in life. And that is when she said NO MORE! Now the force and inspiration behind HD Body Academy, Heather spends her days empowering other women to take back their lives by helping them create a more simplified approach to lose weight and keep it off permanently, while reaching their full potential. Listen in as Heather and I sit down to discuss how she turned her own struggles with weight and nutrition into an empowering journey that has her on a mission to helping others do the same and how it has all led her to finding her own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 172 ith Jacob Stahler
11/14/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 172 ith Jacob Stahler
Approaching Life with the Right Mindset with Jacob Stahler A wealth of knowledge to anyone who knows him; through the years, you can say that Jacob Stahler has been a valuable asset in helping others figure things out to succeed in life. A child of divorce at the age of 3, Jacob discovered at a young age that he would have to figure things out on his own if he wanted to learn about life. Growing up, Jacob always knew that he was kind of a loner but grew to discover that he not only didn’t know much about himself but that of others as well. Struggling to develop any kind of valuable relationship with others, Jacob knew that in order to succeed at anything in life, he must first discover who he was. And that is just what he did. Jacob would learn to succeed in business; one must succeed at life first by focusing on organizing, scaling, and investing in what matters most… YOURSELF! Instead of chasing after status and popularity, Jacob began chasing after his dreams and staying focused on the road instead of what was behind him. Now, the owner and president of Bodyshop Wellness is helping others do the same. Listen in as Jacob and I sit down to discuss how having to figure things out on his own at a young age turned into a journey of self-discovery and love, his mission to help others do the same, and how it has all led him to creating his own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 171 with Tiffany Owen
11/06/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 171 with Tiffany Owen
From Wounded to Warrior with Tiffany Owen As a certified health and wellness coach, Tiffany Owen is passionate about helping clients participate in their own rescue by radically transforming themselves into the person that God intended them to be, just like she has done. Raised in a home with two very busy entrepreneur parents, you can say that Tiffany raised herself. She is not a bad parent; she is just extremely busy. Tiffany was about 8-9 when her parents divorced, and her mom married someone else. Leaving behind her family and community in Texas to move with her Mom to Kentucky, Tiffany often felt alone but tried to adjust the best that she could. Then, one night, as she awoke from a deep sleep late at night, Tiffany discovered she was all alone. With her parents no wear in sight and not home, Tiffany felt devastated and totally abandoned. Meaning no harm, thinking that she would stay asleep while they went out, Tiffany was forever changed and left with severe abandonment issues and seeking self-worth in external circumstances. Afraid that someone was always going to leave her, Tiffany often times comforted the pain she felt that night with alcohol, drugs, sex, and bad relationships. By the time she was 29, Tiffany had already been married four times and had two children from two different dads. Coating her pain with alcohol and drugs, Tiffany so desperately wanted the people that she loved to stop being mean and hurting her. More afraid of living than dying and left with no fight in her, Tiffany finally hit rock bottom one day when she was given an ultimatum from her husband. Knowing that she didn’t want to lose anymore, Tiffany found a little fight left in her to finally seek treatment and heal all that was sabotaging her life. She shares her journey in her first book, “Wounded to Warrior: How to Participate in Your Own Rescue,” where she doesn’t hold back in telling her story and sharing the tools that helped her overcome PTSD, Addiction, Mental Health Struggles, and living in a victim mindset! Now the keynote speaker and founder of TO Fitness, Tiffany is on a mission to empower others to be radically transformed into the person they were created to be by becoming the dominant force in their own life. Listen in as Tiffany and I discuss how she transformed her life from victim to warrior, how she is helping others do the same, and what has helped her discover her own path to Fearless Happyness!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 170 with Jeff Giagnocavo
10/23/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 170 with Jeff Giagnocavo
Building A Big Ticket Life with Jeff Giagnocavo A serial entrepreneur and lifetime advocate for small businesses from the tender age of 7; Jeff Giagnocavo has consistently recognized the profound impact that local businesses have on both their employees and the communities they serve. From the moment he sold his first business at the ripe age of 16 to buy a car, Jeff embarked on an entrepreneurial journey that would eventually lead him to become one of the most highly sought-after consultants for business owners across the country. Jeff’s entrepreneurial journey continues to thrive through multi-business ventures and several best-selling publications. In his latest book, “The Space for Leadership,” Jeff takes an illuminating journey into the often-overlook realm of a leader’s past and unravels stories of leaders who have faced adversity, trauma, and life-altering challenges, including himself. It was through his own experiences with violent abuse as a child from a family friend that Jeff would discover the courageous strength he had inside of him to survive, move forward, and thrive as the leader he is today. Now, Jeff strives to do the same for others. His ultimate mission is to help all business owners unlock their untapped potential and turn it into a life of genuine joy and rewards of business ownership. Listen in as Jeff, and I discuss how he overcame years of abuse to become one of the most successful business leaders in the county, his mission to help others do the same, and how building a “Big Ticket Life” has led him to his own path of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 169 with Tara Portelli
10/16/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 169 with Tara Portelli
A Journey of Transformational Healing with Tara Portelli As a former Paramedic for 9 years, Tara Portelli knows first-hand what suffering with PTSD, anxiety, and depression can do to one’s life. As the inner healer who wanted to save everyone, Tara often attracted toxic relationships and situations to her life, trying to save others while sacrificing herself. One night, while out on a call, Tara came face-to-face with a life-threatening situation that soon became her breaking point. Completely exhausted mentally and physically and realizing that she had nothing left to give, Tara found what little strength she had left to make a change. Finding the courage to leave her career, marriage, and unhealthy family dynamic, which were holding her back from achieving her Divine calling, Tara set out on a healing journey that started on a beach in Mexico, where she discovered Psilocybin Therapy. It was there that Tara finally discovered self-love and compassion for the first time and gained a deeper understanding of her life's greater purpose. Now the Certified Natural Health Practioner, Author, and Founder of Arcadia Healing Sanctum, a center for wellness and whole-body healing, Tara is on a mission to teach people that we don't have to be the victims to our past traumas, that we can empower ourselves through self-love, compassion and creating new meaning around our trauma stories. Listen in as Tara and I sit down to discuss what the breaking point was that pushed her towards a journey of discovery, compassion, and healing for herself, how she is helping others do the same, and how it has all led her to find her own path to FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 168 with Dawna Campbell
10/10/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 168 with Dawna Campbell
Creating an Abundant and Prosperous Life with Dawna Campbell Widely recognized as The Mind Whisperer, Dawna Campbell enables clients worldwide to manifest a life of happiness, prosperity, and love, just like she has. Once a Financial Advisor and Managing Principal of a National Investment Firm, where she managed over $500 million of other people’s money, Dawna’s health eventually started to break down. After the medical community couldn’t figure out what was happening to her, Dawna would learn through a natural path doctor that she not only wasn’t able to digest food but also what was happening inside and outside of her. Seeking direction to heal completely the natural way, Dawna was led to an Ashram, where she immersed herself in studying physics, brain wave patterns, science, metaphysics, and meditation. Through guidance from renowned esoteric healers across the globe, Dawna would learn various natural medicine techniques for healing with energy, enabling her to share these gifts with others and make a positive impact in the world. Healing and thriving, Dawna would use her expertise in finance, money, and energy healing to write her international best-selling book “Financially Fit: Living the Secrets to an Abundant and Prosperous Life,” and “Cracking the Rich Code” with Tony Robbins, Jim Britt, and Kevin Harrington to help millions redefine financial fitness and unlock their true potential, manifest their dreams, and live their best lives. Today, the CEO and Founder of The Healing Heart, Inc., an international business that provides life-changing services to clients all over the world, Dawna continues to empower heart-centered business owners and entrepreneurs to discover, release, and transform blocked emotions in the subconscious, so that they can create results in a consistent revenue increase of 25% or more. Listen in as Dawna and I sit down to discuss how she turned deep trauma and illness into soul-healing transformation, how she helps others do the same and how it has all led her to living a life of FEARLESS HAPPYENSS!
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The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 167 with Tara May
10/02/2024
The Fearless Happyness Podcast Episode 167 with Tara May
Learning to Be Unapologetically You with Tara May As a visionary, charismatic leader, and an international neurodiversity advocate, Tara May has spent most of her career transforming legacy organizations into thriving, future-focused digital properties. Through her career in media and tech, Tara has masterfully revolutionized companies and has become a go-to expert and strategic consultant for some of the world’s biggest brands that we know today, including Hershey’s, Disney, and Wells Fargo. However, her role as a mom has brought Tara to discover her mission and passion in life. The proud mother of an autistic preteen, Tara is dedicated to championing and helping people worldwide embrace neurodiversity in life and work. As the CEO of Aspiritech, a revolutionary tech company with a mission of meaningful employment for autistic team members, Tara is known for being an empowering leader who fosters high-performing teams through a positive, data-driven work environment that champions embracing neurodiversity, mental health, and, most of all, kindness in the workplace. A strong believer in the ROI of kindness and transparency, Tara knows that explosive business growth is never far behind when her people thrive. Listen in as Tara and I sit down to discuss how a legacy career in tech helped her discover a passion for people, purpose, and the power of neurodiversity that has ultimately led her to a life of FEARLESS HAPPYNESS!!
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