Choosing Happy

Ever feel like a productivity failure because you can't get through your daily to-do list? You're not broken - you're just human. In this episode, Heather breaks down the science behind why we're terrible at estimating time and shares practical strategies to stop the self-sabotage cycle. What You'll Learn Why we overestimate what we can do in a day but underestimate what we can achieve in a year T...

Alright, folks! Buckle up because today, we’re diving into the wild world of the invisible stories that run our lives, and trust me, they can get a little wacky! I’m talking about those assumptions we cling to like a child to a teddy bear, thinking they’re keeping us safe when really, they’re just holding us back. Remember that time I dressed like I was about to conquer Mount Everest, only to step...

Right, grab your brew because I'm about to ruin Monday motivation for you forever. Today we're tackling three uncomfortable truths about why all that "Monday motivation" content is actually keeping you more stuck than a pair of skinny jeans after Christmas dinner. And honestly? You'll thank me for it. I'm sharing my own Monday morning disaster - where I spent more time consuming motivation than ac...

Your Fear Is Fake - Here's What's Really Stopping You Let’s dive into the good stuff right off the bat: this week, we're tackling the sneaky shame monster lurking in the corners of our minds and how it's been running the show more than we'd like to admit. I’m Heather Masters, and trust me, if you’ve ever felt like you’re not good enough or you’ve sabotaged your own success, you’re not alone—this i...

Intro: Ever felt like throwing in the towel on something you love? Well, this week, I’m sharing my own wild ride of contemplating quitting the podcast! Spoiler alert: it’s not just me feeling like I’m whistling into the void—many of us are grappling with the shifts happening around us, and it’s time to explore the big ol' “why.” But hold onto your hats, because we’re diving deeper than just the “w...

Intro Welcome to this weeks episode! Let's dive into the good stuff, shall we? This week, we're all about the magic of community and how it supercharges our happiness! Yup, you heard it right—building those connections isn’t just nice; it’s essential for our mental and physical well-being. Heather Masters is here to sprinkle some wisdom on why reaching out to others can transform our lives from lo...

Intro This week I go free flow on a topic that I believe is important right now - recognising and knowing that you matter, your contribution matters, your work matters, your life matters... Feeling a bit lost or like your life doesn’t matter? Well, buckle up, because we’re diving deep into the big questions today! I’m Heather Masters, and in this episode, we’re tackling the essentials of life: Did...

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of relationships, because today, we’re uncovering the truth that relationships are everything! I’m your host, Heather Masters, and we’re chatting about how our connections – not just with people but with ourselves, nature, money, and even the wild ride of change – shape our happiness and the way our lives unfold. (please excuse my dog joining in with this...

Welcome to this weeks Choosing Happy Podcast Get ready to dive into a wisdom packed episode as Heather Masters chats with the fabulous Michelle J. Raymond! This episode kicks off with Michelle’s journey from corporate life to becoming a two-time bestselling author and a LinkedIn guru. She shares her no-nonsense approach to B2B marketing and how to sustainably grow a business, all while keeping it...

Ready to spark some serious joy in your brain? Today, we’re diving into the exhilarating world of lifelong learning! I’m Heather Masters, and let me tell you, I’m a bit of a learning junkie—like, if learning were a sport, I’d be getting gold medals! We’re chatting about how discovering new things can turn that frown upside down and crank up your happiness meter. We’ll explore how to pick topics th...

Welcome and Intro Choosing to be obsessed with your life and happiness is the star of today’s show, and trust me, it’s a game-changer! We’re diving deep into what it means to embrace a healthy obsession that fuels your potential and lights up your soul, inspired by Grant Cardone’s electrifying book, *Be Obsessed or Be Average*. Heather challenges you to kick mediocrity to the curb and get fired up...

Final Day! Ready to shake things up and break those pesky patterns? Well, we're wrapping up our week of transformation on the Choosing Happy Podcast with some serious action-taking vibes! Today, we’re diving into how to keep that momentum rolling and celebrate all the awesome changes you’ve made. Whether you’ve knocked down those stubborn barriers or just loosened them up a bit, this episode is al...

Today, we’re diving deep into the magic of hypnotic visualisation to help you kick those pesky old patterns to the curb! 🎉 I'm Heather Masters, and as we wrap up day six of Breaking the Pattern during this fabulous International Coaching Week, we’re all about stepping into that shiny new version of ourselves—free from the baggage of the past. 🌊 But hold up! Before we jump into this hypnotic jour...

Hey there, fabulous friends! Today, we’re diving deep into the magical world of parts integration, a super nifty NLP technique that helps resolve those pesky inner conflicts that keep us stuck in our old patterns. You know, the ones that make us feel like we’re riding a rollercoaster of indecision? Yep, that’s the stuff! So far in our week-long pattern-breaking journey, we’ve identified and interr...

Ready to shake off those pesky patterns and problems? Well, grab your favourite snack and buckle up because today, we're diving deep into the art of breaking free! In this episode of the Choosing Happy Podcast, we’re on our fourth day of the Breaking Patterns series, and trust me, you’re gonna want to stick around for this one. We’re exploring some seriously fun and practical pattern interrupts th...

Ready to break some patterns and shake things up? This episode of the Choosing Happy podcast is all about diving deeper into those pesky beliefs and patterns that trip us up! We're embracing day three of our Breaking Patterns week, and I’m bringing you some super powerful questions that might just turn your world upside down—in a good way, of course! Grab your pen and paper because we’re not just...

Ready to get your groove on with some self-discovery? Today, we're diving deep into those pesky patterns that keep popping up in our lives like unwanted pop-up ads! I’m Heather Masters, and I’m super pumped to celebrate our 300th episode (whoa, can you believe it?) while we tackle the roots of those habits that just won’t quit. Yesterday, we named the pattern we want to break, and now it's time to...

Ready to kick off a week of transformation? Today, we're diving into a super fun and enlightening coaching journey right here on the Choosing Happy Podcast! 🎉 Yep, it's International Coaching Week, and we’re all about helping you break free from those pesky patterns that keep popping up like an unwanted game of whack-a-mole. I’m inviting you to get cosy, close your eyes, and think about that one...

Welcome to this weeks Choosing Happy Podcast all about Identity. Intro Identity is everything, and today we're digging deep into what that really means! I’m Heather Masters, your ever-enthusiastic host, and we’re on a mission to explore how our sense of self shapes our thoughts, actions, and even our destiny. We’ll peel back the layers of identity, from the surface-level labels we wear to the core...

Interview with Shelagh Fairbank - Author/Illustrator - Bobbins Magical Adventures Shelagh Fairbank is back on the Choosing Happy Podcast, and let me tell you, she’s got a delightful new book that’s all about penguins! Yep, you heard that right—penguins! Shelagh’s latest creation, "Bobbin and His Popular Penguin Pals," is set to waddle into the world on April 25, just in time for International Peng...

INTRO: Ready to expand your vessel and tackle life's craziness? Join me, Heather Masters, as we dive into the wild world of managing our mental health and energy! Today, we’re not just talking about surviving; we’re getting into how to thrive amidst all the chaos. Think of your vessel as your inner superhero cape—it's all about increasing your capacity to hold joy, stress, and even a little bit of...

Making Room For Happiness! Today, we’re diving deep into the big ol' topic of making room for happiness—yes, you heard that right! It’s all about why we often resist joy and how we can flip the script to embrace our inner sparkle. I’m inviting you to join me on this wild ride where we chat about treating ourselves like the honoured guests we truly are—because let’s be real, who wouldn't want to ro...

Sales doesn’t have to feel icky or pushy, and trust me, I get it—many of us cringe at the thought of selling our services. In this episode, we’re chatting about how we can embrace soulful sales as transformational practitioners, coaches, and healers without feeling like we’re shoving our offers down anyone’s throat. I’m sharing some lightbulb moments that have totally shifted my perspective on sal...

Intro: Let’s dive into the world of niching, but hold onto your hats because we’re flipping the script! I’m Heather Masters, and today we’re unravelling why you might be feeling all tangled up about finding your niche. By the end of this chat, you’ll have a clearer vision of who you want to work with, what you actually want to do, and how to turn your passion into something that lights you up like...

Celebrating 100 Episodes of Happiness! Welcome to the big 100th episode of the Choosing Happy Podcast! 🎉 Today, we’re not just blowing out candles but lighting up the universe with some serious vibes! I’m Heather Masters, your friendly neighbourhood spiritual/conscious business growth architect, and guess what? We’re diving headfirst into a fabulous shift in how we approach our online spiritual b...