Hour of Happy

Today, we’re talking about something that so many high-achievers, helpers, and people-pleasers struggle with: carrying the weight of everyone else’s "urgent" requests. In this episode, we'll unpacking the idea that just because something feels urgent to someone else doesn’t automatically make it your emergency. We will explore how constantly reacting to last-minute requests, other p...

Today, we’re diving into the real driver behind every successful brand: trust! In this episode, I’m breaking down how to shift your content from simply “showing up” to becoming a strategic, trust-building system. One that moves your audience from awareness to purchase… and beyond. We’ll walk through the exact ways to build credibility through your social media and marketing content so you’re not j...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by one of my closest friends, Alex Masten, to talk about something we all know we need, but often struggle to actually do: set boundaries. Together, we unpack why boundaries can feel so uncomfortable (especially for women), what healthy boundaries really look like, and how they can completely transform your relationships, your confidence, and your day-to-day life. We...

If you’re feeling burnt out, stretched thin, or like you’ve been giving everything to everyone except yourself… then this one’s for you! In today’s episode, I’m talking about one of the most important (and often overlooked) power moves you can make: showing up for yourself. Today I’ll share some personal reflections from early in my career, where saying yes to everything slowly led to burnout, and...

What does it really look like to walk away from a stable career and build something completely your own? In today’s episode of Hour of Happy , I'm sitting down with close friend and powerhouse entrepreneur Brittany Magsig, founder of Mountain Mama’s Cabins; an Airbnb empire nestled in the Smoky Mountains that has captured millions of likes and hundreds of thousands of followers on TikTok. Bef...

The holidays are supposed to be joyful… but for many business owners, they’re the most stressful weeks of the entire year! Between customer deadlines, family commitments, and the pressure to “do it all,” it’s easy to end up overwhelmed, reactive, and glued to your laptop or phone when you want to be fully present. In this episode, I share the exact planning strategies I use every year to keep Bell...

In the first episode of Hour of Happy, Devon shares the honest, unfiltered story behind the podcast, and a moment that reshaped her life. From growing up as a disciplined Midwestern gymnast to climbing her way through the PR world, Devon followed the rules, checked the boxes, and pushed herself toward the life she thought she was supposed to build. But after a cross-country move and unexpected lif...