The Happy Healing Shop Podcast

If you’ve ever watched the news or scrolled headlines about the Middle East and thought, “What’s it really like?” — this episode is for you.  After years of curiosity (and plenty of hesitation), I finally decided to go see it for myself. The result? A trip that completely changed how I see this part of the world.  In today’s episode, I’m sharing 11 lessons the media doesn’t tell you about the Midd...

Today, I’m diving into Part 2 of the 22 lessons I learned from my recent trip to South America. If you caught Part 1, you know this journey was full of aha moments and practical takeaways that I’m so excited to share with you. Whether you’re a traveler, a dreamer, or just someone looking to create a little more alignment and freedom in your life, there’s something here for you: • [01:25] How I fou...

Hey there, friend! In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes of my recent trip to South America—a journey that shifted how I see freedom, manifestation, and living a more intentional life. This wasn’t just another vacation; it was a life-changing adventure that taught me lessons I totally did not see coming. Today, I’m sharing Part 1 of the 22 lessons I learned while traveling. These aren’...

It’s been a while, hasn’t it? After months of traveling and soaking up new cultures, experiences, and adventures, I’m back behind the mic—and let me tell you, it feels so good to be here with you again. But let’s be real, coming home after a long trip abroad isn’t always easy. I’ve come home with the post travel blues. If you’ve ever returned from a transformative experience—whether it’s travel, a...

Can intuition be developed? Buckle up because today’s episode is packed with inspiration, personal growth, and a little bit of magic. I’m excited to welcome back my psychic teacher and mentor, Carolyn Costello! She’s not only the intuitive powerhouse who gave me my first past life reading (check out our YouTube channel under the “ Trang Tries It” series for that!) but also the person who taught me...

With elections behind us, so many of us are feeling a range of emotions — disappointment, disillusionment, and maybe even disbelief about how things turned out. But here’s the thing: this moment is far from the end, and I want to share with you two powerful insights I had the morning after the news.   I’ll let you in on why this election wasn’t the last or only chance for change and why it’s actua...

Today, I have a special guest who will inspire and move you with her cancer story. Meet Nicole Ludwick, a fierce warrior who faced a diagnosis of bone cancer in her late 20s—a moment that flipped her world upside down. After navigating the challenges of treatment and emerging cancer-free, the unimaginable happened: her cancer returned. In this emotional episode, Nicole opens up about her journey....

In this episode, I’m getting real and personal as I dive into my recent trip to visit my dad. If you've been following me for a while, you probably know that my family and I don’t have the closest relationship. I’ve always been the black sheep, and our family dynamics have been, well, complicated. However, he surprised me this time. Here's what I cover in today's episode: - Surprising...

In today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on something that’s been on my heart for the past couple of months —a concept we all face at some point in our lives: growth and evolution. Evolving as a human comes with pain and grief. After a recent therapy session, I had a huge *aha moment* that I think you’ll relate to, especially if you’re navigating big life transitions in your late 20s, 30s,...

I’m currently recovering from COVID, so I’ve had a bit more time to slow down and reflect. And honestly, I’ve gathered some really powerful insights during this time that I just *had* to share with you today including the power of pause, how change takes time, and choosing a fulfilled but hard life: [1:40]: The Power of Pause and Space: see how the experts from serving courses at fine dining resta...

I’m dating myself and celebrating. Yup, that’s right. Welcome to a short and sweet episode that’s all about embracing that celebration energy in your life. Today, we're diving into why it’s so important to celebrate your achievements, no matter how big or small, and how this practice can invite more joy and abundance into your world. In this episode, I touch on: • The Inspiration Behind Celebr...

I share a period of joy, happiness, and reinvigoration that recently swept into my life. I realized it had been quite a long time to be honest since I felt this way, mainly because life events can sometimes bog us down, right? The interesting thing is that through this came 15 life lessons that dance taught me. . In this episode, I talk about: • How it changed my perspective the moment it “clicked...

Today, I’m talking about when coincidences keep happening and how the universe has a hand in divine timing in our lives. Whether you call them miracles, blessings, or just plain luck, it can make you think are they really just coincidences? These four personal stories I’m about to share will have you thinking twice about the power of synchronicity. In this podcast’s episode, I share: Story #1: Per...

How many times have you been finding yourself around people who drain you?  Sometimes as we evolve, change, get older (and wiser), we find ourselves in need of reevaluating and reassessing our relationships with people. Today, I’m showing a quick exercise to help you identify which relationships lift you up and who drains you and your energy. This exercise is particularly useful because we often f...

Today we're diving into the fascinating world of Reiki. Whether you're new to energy healing or looking to deepen your practice, this mini-episode is for you. I'll break down what it is, how to use Reiki, and share some inspiring stories of its healing power. In this episode, I talk about: What Reik is, a form of energy healing that is accessible to everyone, and how it’s similar to an...

Today on the podcast, we're diving deep into a topic that many of us grapple with: breaking generational trauma while living through it. I'll be sharing personal insights and exercises that have helped me navigate family dynamics and heal from deep-seated patterns. In this episode, I talk about: Breaking Generational Trauma: This often means being the first in your family to recognize and...

In today's episode, I talk about finding your voice and speaking your truth with some of my own personal stories. It's a process that resonates with all of us in different aspects of life, whether it's finding our voice in business, navigating personal relationships, or simply discovering our authentic selves. In this episode, I talk about: • The Spectrum of Speaking Your Truth: We&#39...

In this special solo episode, I'm diving deep into my reflections after one year of podcasting. It's been an incredible journey filled with vulnerable stories, authentic voices, and unique and powerful insights.  Episode highlights include: The Power of Being Vulnerable In Story Telling can break the silence and pain for many Why there is a value in bringing in everyday voices The importan...

I talk about what made me start my therapy journey (working at Disney) and the tool I learned to train my brain and body to heal from PTSD after leaving a toxic work environment.  I talk about: How after leaving my abusive boss at Disney and moving to a new team, I found myself still encountering triggers from her My therapist introducing me to CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) exercises designed...

In today's episode, I open up about one of the biggest challenges that’s affected me for over three decades: overcoming a scarcity mindset. Growing up in a low-income household, every decision seemed to revolve around money. From skipping AC in the car to saving on gas, to questioning every expense, this mindset was ingrained in me from a young age. I share my journey of how this scarcity mind...

Today, I talk about an unintentional topic that came up that I brought to my therapy session.   In this case, it was the breakup with my former business partner. Even though I was trying to keep it all together, it was a major shake-up in my life, leaving me confused and unsure about the next steps.  I talk about: How a marriage divorce and business breakup can be parallel and similar by evoking t...

In today's episode, I'm diving into a personal experience that recently shook up my life: an unexpected move from my family home. This change stirred up intense feelings of anger and resentment, and I want to share with you how I've been navigating through it in hopes that it can help you. I talk about: The Therapeutic Tool and homework my therapist gave me to work through these heavy...

I dive into Part 2 of my recent depressive dip and the realizations that came out of it. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check out Episode #49.  During this period, I found myself retreating into a cocoon, using the time to reevaluate my life. Like many, I'm naturally impatient, and the lack of getting immediate answers from the universe was frustrating. But during this time of introspection,...

In today's episode, I share my surprising discovery of trying our a Tai Chi and Qigong class, revealing how a simple YouTube video led me to this practice. (Thanks, universe). Discover how my experience with Tai Chi and Qigong differed from your traditional yoga and meditation classes, and how it exceeded my expectations. Despite initial skepticism, I found myself drawn to comparing how the me...

Which of the four hand shapes are you? Are you an air, fire, earth, or water hand?  That’s right! Today, I talk about the intriguing world of palm reading.  As we explore the lines and shapes of our hands, we uncover hidden facets of our personalities and even potential career paths. Whether you have an air, earth, fire, or water hand, each has its own unique characteristics that reveal valuable i...