Better Than Happy

Disclaimer: this episode touches on mental health, addiction, and suicide.   What if the most meaningful chapter of your life hasn't even begun yet? Many women think their most important work is behind them once their children are grown. However, my guest this week believes this mindset is not only limiting but potentially harmful to our relationships, our families, and our communities.     In thi...

Have you ever noticed how some emotional pain seems to help you grow, while other types just keep you stuck in a cycle of suffering?   I've been fascinated by this distinction for years, and after mentioning it briefly at a recent speaking engagement, I realized I needed to dedicate an entire episode to exploring this powerful concept.   Join me this week to learn how to recognize the difference b...

Are you constantly searching for the perfect strategy to grow your coaching business? The ideal funnel, the most engaging content, the most profitable niche?   I've got news for you – those tactics are only 20% of what creates success. The other 80%? It's all about your mindset.   In this episode, I break down exactly why your mindset is 80% of your success while strategy is only 20%. This isn't j...

Have you ever caught yourself thinking something negative and then immediately defending it with "but it's true"?    Join me this week as I explore why "true" thoughts can still be optional, and how focusing on certain thoughts—even if they might be accurate—could be holding you back. I'll show you how our brains naturally seek evidence for what we already believe, and how this creates a self-fulf...

Have you caught yourself saying any of these lately?   "I should eat better," "I should work harder," "I should be more organized."   That one word - "should" - might be the very thing keeping you stuck.   In this week's episode, I'm exposing the sneaky way this common word is actually working against you, even though it feels like motivation.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more informatio...

Have you ever felt that surge of fear right before taking a big leap in your life? That moment when you're about to launch a course, get married, or make a major life change—and suddenly your brain floods with doubt, worry, and resistance?   In this coaching session, I work with a dietitian who is days away from launching her course but finds herself paralyzed by fear. We explore how to have a rat...

Have you ever found yourself stuck in decision paralysis?   You know what you want, but your brain keeps showing you all the ways it could go wrong. You try to think positive, but the "what-ifs" keep creeping in.   In this week's episode, I share a powerful coaching session that will help you make decisions with confidence and question your brain's default to fixate on the negative.   Get full sho...

Ever notice how the moments you most need to keep your cool are exactly when your body decides to betray you?   Whether it's before a big presentation, during an important conversation, or in any high-stakes situation - this physical response can feel completely overwhelming.   But here's what most people get wrong: trying to fight it only makes it worse.   In this week's episode, you'll learn how...

Have you ever had that gut-wrenching moment when you discover your teenager has been hiding something from you?   That moment when your stomach drops and your mind starts racing with questions like, what else don't I know? Where did I go wrong? How can I trust them again?   This week's episode tackles this exact situation through a real coaching session with a mom who just discovered her son's sec...

Have you ever noticed how impossible it feels to "fix" your relationship with food?   Unlike other challenging relationships in our lives, we can't just cut food out completely. We need it. We want it. And honestly? We should be able to enjoy it.   But here's what most people get wrong: They try to make food the enemy.   In this week's episode, I'm sharing a completely different approach to food t...

Have you ever caught yourself saying "I just wish…"?   Here's the truth: while wishing feels natural, it might actually be holding you back from creating the life you want.   In this week's episode of Better Than Happy, I'm diving into the concept of "wasted wishes" - those thoughts and desires that drain our energy without moving us forward. By the end of this episode, you'll have a new perspecti...

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything "right" but still not getting the results you want?   In this episode, I share three powerful perspectives to help you reframe the situation and get unstuck. You'll learn why "it's not working" is just a thought, how the process is always working either for you or on you, and that you always have the choice to walk away - and that's okay!   Get full...

Are you your own worst enemy when it comes to achieving your goals?   Self-accountability is a skill that can transform your life - if you know how to do it right. In this encore episode, I dive into the six key things that prevent us from effectively holding ourselves accountable and share practical strategies to overcome each one.   Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: htt...

Do you ever feel like you're just going along with what everyone else thinks?     In this week's episode, I want to teach you how to intentionally choose what's true for YOU, even if it goes against the grain.   I dive into controversial topics like social media, video games, and MLMs to demonstrate how I decide what to believe about them. The process involves staying open, considering that you co...

Is your marriage everything you hoped it would be? If you're like most couples, the answer is probably no. But that doesn't mean your relationship is doomed.   In this episode, I sit down with marriage coach Natalie Clay to tackle your toughest questions about making marriage work. We discuss how to navigate different spiritual beliefs, emotional abuse, and the age-old question: should I stay or s...

Do you ever avoid trying new things because you're afraid of not being good at them? Maybe you've convinced yourself you're too old, or it's too late to pick up a new skill?     In this episode, I share why challenging yourself to embrace a beginner's mindset is the key to living your most extraordinary life. You'll also learn my favorite strategies for managing your mind and taking care of yourse...

Do you ever feel like being "nice" is holding you back? Like you're constantly trying to please others at the expense of your own wants and desires?   In this episode, I dive into why being the "nice girl" can actually be a problem - it's dishonest, keeps you playing small, builds resentment, and minimizes your impact. But don't worry, I also share practical tips for how to stop this pattern.   Ge...

Do you beat yourself up when you make a mistake? What if, instead of shame and self-punishment, you saw it as an opportunity for growth and connection?   In this episode, I share a recent mistake we made in my business and how we're using it to strengthen our relationship with our clients.   Mistakes are inevitable. But it's what we do after we make them that defines who we are. Tune in to learn h...

Do you ever feel like life is just happening to you? Like you're at the mercy of your circumstances?   I have a powerful truth to share with you today: your thoughts are creating your reality. Every single day, the sentences running through your mind are shaping how you feel, how you show up, and ultimately, the life you live.   In this episode, I unpack why your thinking matters so much more than...

What would your life look like if you were radically confident?   In this episode, I explore 10 key elements that make up radical confidence, from your relationship with yourself to owning your strengths and embracing your weaknesses. Radical confidence is the small hinge that swings the big doors in our lives, and I show you how to start cultivating this powerful mindset today.     Get full show...

Do you ever feel at war with yourself, trying to make the "right" choices to set up your future self for success? What if the key to better decisions was actually being kinder to your past self - even when they didn't do what you wish they would have?   In this episode, I explore the fascinating concept of our past, present, and future selves. I explain how separating these versions of yourself an...

Are you saying yes too quickly without considering what you really want?   In this episode, I explore the concept of a "powerful yes" and how it can change your life. A powerful yes requires slowing down, asking questions, and respecting your own time and talents as much as the other person's. By learning to give a more thoughtful, considerate yes, you open the door to deeper relationships and mor...

Is the sunk cost fallacy preventing you from getting the most out of your life?     This phenomenon causes us to stick with strategies we've invested in, from financial choices and our relationships to how we spend our time and energy… even when abandoning them would be more beneficial. The good news? By developing awareness of how it's manifesting in your life, you gain the power to make wiser de...

Are you living as a sovereign being, fully aligned with God? Or are you deferring your wants and needs, not investing in what lights up your soul?   In this episode, I have a powerful discussion about female sovereignty with LDS member, prolific author, and advocate for women's equality and empowerment, McArthur Krishna. We explore what female sovereignty means and dig into practical ways to exerc...

Do you have someone in your life who shows you what's truly possible?   This week, I share how my mentor, coach, and friend Brooke Castillo has been a powerful example of generosity, integrity, confidence, and love. Through Brooke's example, I've learned to embrace my strengths, show up with integrity, and extend love and respect to everyone I cross paths with. And as she comes to the end of an er...