BACON BITS with Master Happiness

Have you ever thought about what life would be like without friends? It's a difficult thought to fathom, and the reality is, it would not be a happy one. Friendships enrich our lives, and true friendships are a vital component of happiness. Friendships can keep us healthy, help us grow, and provide a sense of belonging. Tonight, we will explore what friendship means, what life would be like wi...

Are you feeling unmotivated and uninspired lately? Do you find yourself endlessly scrolling through social media, comparing yourself to others and feeling like you’re not enough? Perhaps it’s time for a change! Inspiration is key to unlocking joy and finding true happiness. Many people, however, lack inspiration in their lives and struggle to see a way out. In this episode of Bacon Bits with Maste...

How often do we stifle our own happiness due to guilt and resentment? These are two of the most common emotions that can keep us from reaching for the joys in life. Guilt keeps us focused on what "should be" instead of celebrating what is, while resentment leaves us blaming ourselves or others for how things have turned out. Allowing these two states of mind to cloud our judgement only s...

Do you find yourself overcome with envy every time your neighbor gets a shiny new car? Does it make your heart ache when a friend talks about their latest promotion? Learning to conquer jealousy is easier said than done, but doing so can be incredibly beneficial for both our mental and emotional wellbeing. It can even lead to true happiness if we give ourselves the chance to address our feelings o...

Have you ever wondered why we are all striving for perfection in many aspects of our lives? We want a life where everything goes according to plan—but is this what we should really be aiming for? After all, perfect doesn't actually exist. Sure, we can get much closer to the image of ‘perfection’ we've created in our heads, but ultimately it always remains just out of reach. Today, we'r...

Adaptability is your Happiness Superpower! At its core, adaptability is about figuring out how to make the best of a situation, even when circumstances change unexpectedly. It can help you navigate any challenge that comes your way. When you're adaptable, you're not tied to a specific outcome, and that means you're less likely to be disappointed or frustrated when things don't go y...

Imagine lifting weights, running on a treadmill, or riding a bike. Your heart starts pounding, your breath quickens, and you start to sweat. Now, imagine being called into HR, waiting for a call from the doctor, or about to propose to that someone special. Your heart starts pounding, your breath quickens, and you start to sweat. Why do we strive for one type of stress and strain to avoid another?...

I’m not TOTALLY against Bucket Lists, but… Stop putting things in your "Bucket List" that you have no intention of doing. Instead create a "Gallon of Goals" to pour into your "Plan Pail" and stop dreaming about what you could do and start scheming about what you WILL DO! The fastest route to Regret-Town is found in the phrase, "maybe one day I'll..." The...

Do you ever feel like everyone is watching and judging you? If so, don't worry - we've all had moments when we felt embarrassed or anxious in front of others. We judge ourselves so harshly that these situations can become overwhelming and hard to overcome. But there's good news - it doesn't have to be this way! With the right mindset and a few easy steps, we can learn how to push p...

At home, in the office, or any situation you find yourself in, life can be overwhelming. It’s filled with so much hate, hurt, and hardship. Because of that, so many are looking for help, healing, and to be heard. None of us can be an endless supply of support, but when we are needed, we must take a close look at what we can offer. • SYMPATHY is when you SHARE the feelings of another person; we see...

If you were to describe the epitome of happiness; the poster child of cheerfulness, it would have to be Dolly Parton. A person that faced and overcame seemingly unbeatable obstacles; a unique being whose apparent focus is to bring hope and happiness to the world…who else could it be? Others may chase after fame and horde and hide their fortune, but Dolly gives and gives in so many ways to so many...

Resistance is that hidden force that holds us back from realizing our dreams and pursuing our passion. It could be the fear of failure, self-doubt, procrastination, or the seeking of society’s approval. Don't allow anything to stop you from being the happiest version of yourself! Don't let these fears stop you from doing what brings you the most inner peace. To determine the best course for yourse...

Are you feeling frustrated with life? Do the decisions of others and the things you can't control cause you despair? We’ve all been there. Everyone gets at least a little frustrated now and again, but how do you stop it from getting out of control? If frustration is left unaddressed, it can evolve into feelings of helplessness, annoyance, anger, or even rage. Frustration comes from many places. Ha...

Sometimes, life feels overwhelming, and it can be a struggle to just get through the day. Have you ever wished for an extra boost of strength, confidence, and courage to help face whatever trials come your way? If so, learning how to cultivate resilience is the answer. Resilience is an inner strength that helps us cope with difficult situations and gives us the stability to move forward with our l...

People judge us a lot less than we believe. We are constantly looking for approval and acceptance from others. Instead, we need to learn and practice being proud of our gifts, talents, and abilities and not hesitate to share them with others. Building self-confidence helps us lessen and eliminate self-doubt and negative thoughts about ourselves. We will have less fears and anxiety. Greater self-co...

Life can often seem tedious and uneventful, and it’s easy to get caught up in the same old routine day after day. But boredom is beneficial; or at least, it can be. Boredom usually refers to trying and failing to find stimulation. But sometimes it can lead to just giving up.  If we view this “failing to find stimulation” as a learning experience we can use boredom to become more productive, c...

The ability and desire to cultivate an open mind leads to progress, growth, and discovery and is essential for success in life. It can be hard to take a step away from the familiar, especially when you are comfortable with your own way of doing things. People are naturally resistant to change and it's understandable that they are afraid to open their minds to new ideas. However, embracing the unfa...

Whether you’re walking under a black cat, eating a bowl of 4-leaf clovers, or breaking mirrors with horseshoes, most of us believe that at least some of our destiny is ruled by luck. 80% of Americans play the Lottery hoping Lady Luck will shine upon them. We sometimes justify it with, “Well, someone’s got to win.” And we’re all hoping that that someone is us.  We choose those numbers with an...

A wish list, a bucket list, and brainstorming ideas for the future are nothing more than dreams until you establish the deadline. Then they become goals. Start with the “Big Hairy Audacious Goals.” The “Dream Big” goals; the unimaginable, unattainable, ridiculously incredible, “Not-Gonna-Happen” Goals. Then ask yourself, “Why Not?” Analyze and adjust them based on your true desires. Don’t let fear...

Think back at all that you have learned from the people in your past. Look at the position you are in because of the many that you have met. Where would you be if it wasn’t for those that have crossed your path? We evolve as individuals and a society because all those who have come before us. It is our inevitable responsibility to sculpt the future with our words and actions. Leave the world bette...

Hope is the guiding light through our toughest times. Hope gives us a reason to stay on track, to keep fighting, to chase our goals and dreams. Hope can be fruitless but then turns into lessons that better define our hope in the future.  Hope starts our engine and is the fuel that drives us towards winning. But we must be honest with ourselves about abilities and desires. We must identify wha...

This time of year is filled with hopes and dreams, but it can also be filled with great disappointment. Disappointment is when expectation and reality meet in an unfavorable way. It starts by hoping, dreaming, and then believing that you deserve something. You start to contemplate receiving what you desire and are slapped in the face with the reality of not getting what you want. The resulting sur...

As we get closer to the end of the year, we start thinking about the things that we are grateful for and people less fortunate than us. We all know of people in need, and we all have something to give; money, possessions, time, or talent to name a few. When we concentrate on those that have more than us, we tend to feel cheated. And we may let desire turn to greed, then to anger. Charity is a Win-...

A Jack of all Trades and a Master of None is often better than a Master of One! The meaning of this phrase switches back and forth between compliment and diss. And “diss” is what we want to get to the bottom of. The original phrase “a Jack of all trades” was used to describe Willian Shakespeare, actor turned playwright. But this same phrase could have as easily been coined for the likes of Aristot...

We really went of the rails in this episode! Lol! Did we show our true Identity??? Tune in! Your Identity is how you are seen by others and how you want to be seen. There are some parts of your Identity that you can change, some you can hide (ask Spiderman), and others that will always remain part of you, exposed to the world. Your Identity includes your Race, Ethnicity, Geography, Sexuality, Gend...