Happiness Happens Simona Costantini

In this episode of 'Happiness Happens', I’m joined by Michelle Demaree, a luxury concierge jewelry expert that navigated founding her own business (after premier training at Harry Winston and Tiffany) as a divorcee and single mom. 
Although leaving her marriage with her young daughter meant Michelle had to start back at square one, her enduring belief in true love, partnership, and her commitment to creating a stable home for her little girl never wavered. 
Together, we get into empowering discussions on self-love, finding happiness, and overcoming tough periods in life, such as divorce, starting up new businesses, and more. 
Michelle shares her personal transformation from experiencing a challenging marriage and career struggles to discovering true happiness and love, emphasizing the importance of self-connection, gratitude, meditation, and proactive mindset shifts. Through her story, Michelle showcases how embracing self-worth and gratitude can lead to profound happiness and fulfilling relationships. 
The episode also touches on the importance of having a vision for one's life, utilizing meditation and gratitude practices to foster positive changes, and the transformative power of asking oneself what can be learned from difficult situations. Michelle's journey illuminates the pathway to achieving greater depths of happiness and love by focusing on self-improvement and the cultivation of a positive, loving relationship with oneself.
We’ll touch on:
00:00 Intro
01:43 What does happiness mean to Michelle
06:33 The Journey from Darkness to Light
08:23 The Power of Self-Worth and Love
12:10 Navigating New Relationships and Self-Discovery
16:16 The Essence of Conscious Partnership
17:11 Embracing Change and Overcoming Fear
20:26 Finding Balance in Work and Life
21:58 The Essence of Hard Work and Authenticity
22:34 Celebrating Love Stories Through Jewelry
23:20 The Power of Love and Partnership
24:13 Navigating Single Parenthood and Dating
24:28 Building Healthy Relationships
25:41 Overcoming Age and Self-Doubt in Love
29:19 Manifesting Your Dream Life
32:44 How to create more happiness in your day, every day, starting today

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In this week’s episode of "Happiness Happens," we take a deep dive into a topic that’s pretty heavy but oh-so-important – beating addiction. Our guest, Derek Videll, really opened up about his battle with something many of us wouldn’t even pause to think could be addictive: marijuana.
Derek got real with us about how easy it is to brush off marijuana addiction because it's legal in a lot of places. But through his story, he peeled back the layers on how something seemingly harmless took a massive toll on his life, turning everyday activities into a haze.
Chatting with Derek, it was crystal clear that realizing the need for change was non-negotiable. For him, it was all about the relationships in his life and craving a happier existence that led him to say, “Enough is enough.” His story is a powerful nudge for anyone feeling stuck in a cycle that no longer serves them.
Derek didn’t just leave us with his story; he gave some solid advice for anyone looking to kick a bad habit to the curb. Top of his list? Swapping out those nasty habits for good ones, like hitting the gym or whatever gets your heart pumping. It’s all about those baby steps toward a brighter, addiction-free life.
We’ll touch on:
00:00 Intro
02:46 What does happiness mean to Derek
03:58 Do you feel like there can be a false sense of happiness in the instant gratification of hitting certain goals as an entrepreneur
04:36 Continuing to build and grow
08:19 Derek's story of addiction
12:48 Catalyst moment where he changed his life
17:50 Addiction vs. just a way of life
20:59 Advice for a listener currently in this spot
29:02 How he managed his business at the same time
33:03 How to create more happiness in your day, every day, starting today



Resources:
Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources 
Apply to be a podcast guest: https://forms.gle/
Happiness Guide: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/happinesshub 

Connect with Derek
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https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0gk8Jjvjf-HXFnAfCimsnQ
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dvidell/
https://socialbamboo.com/
 
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Dreams have long been a source of mystery and fascination for many of us. Have you ever found yourself curious about the meanings hidden within your dreams? If so, you're not alone. Exploring the world of dreams and unraveling their significance can be a transformative journey towards personal growth and enlightenment.
In this episode of the Happiness Happens podcast, we get into the realm of dream analysis with special guest Megan Mary, a dream worker who specializes in decoding women's dreams to facilitate personal growth and spiritual awakening. Megan, the founder of Women's Dream Analysis, shared her insights on the importance of understanding and interpreting our dreams in promoting overall well-being.
Megan Mary's journey into dream analysis began with her own experiences of recurring nightmares and inspiring flying dreams during her childhood. She highlighted the role of dreams as powerful messages from our subconscious, offering guidance, wisdom, and insights into our deepest desires and fears.
Through her Dream Mirror Method, Megan emphasized the uniqueness of each dream and encouraged listeners to decode the specific symbols and scenarios present in their dreams. By translating dream language into conscious awareness, individuals can uncover the metaphors and messages hidden within their dreams, leading to self-discovery and personal transformation.
Megan emphasized the importance of validating one's dream experiences and embracing the power of dream work as a tool for self-empowerment and spiritual growth. By honoring and exploring our dreams, we can tap into a wellspring of inner wisdom and guidance that can enhance our overall well-being.
In a world filled with external distractions and noise, the realm of dreams offers a sanctuary for inner exploration and introspection. By embracing the messages hidden within our dreams and engaging in dream work practices, we can embark on a transformative journey towards self-discovery, empowerment, and spiritual growth.
So, next time you find yourself drifting off to sleep, remember that within the realm of dreams lies magical insights waiting to be discovered. Happy dreaming!
We’ll touch on:
00:00 Intro
01:47 What does Happiness mean to Megan
03:48 Dream study group and foundation series
05:44 How Megan became interested in learning about dreams and what they are communicating to us
08:22 Where to begin understanding your dreams and turn it into guidance
13:50 How would she guide someone to start to remember their dreams
15:46 What does it mean if someone says they never remember their dreams or they don't dream?
17:41 The transformations she has seen with clients to tap into their dreams
20:27 One of her favorite dreams to have
23:36 How to create more happiness in your day, every day, starting today


Resources:
Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources 
Apply to be a podcast guest: https://forms.gle/
Happiness Guide: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/happinesshub 

Connect with Megan
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganmaryi/
https://www.tiktok.com/@womensdreamanalysis
https://meganmary.com/
 
Connect with Simona
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www.instagram.com/happinesshappenspodcast 
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https://www.facebook.com/happinesshappenspodcast/ 
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Welcome back to "Happiness Happens," a podcast dedicated to exploring all things related to happiness and providing practical tips for leading a more joyful and fulfilling life. In this solo episode, I get into the powerful topic of changing our thought patterns to cultivate a more positive mindset.
 
We cover 7 strategies for changing negative thought patterns to cultivate a more positive, optimistic mindset. I share practical tips for becoming more aware of one's thoughts, reframing negative perspectives, practicing gratitude, cultivating self-compassion, using positive affirmations, limiting exposure to negativity, and actively countering negative thoughts. Simona emphasizes the importance of persistence in reprogramming the brain for optimism to enhance happiness, resilience, and life satisfaction. 
 
We’ll touch on:
00:00 Intro
00:53 Conscious vs. unconscious thinking
01:45 Strategy 1 - Noticing your thoughts
02:20 Strategy 2 - Reframe
03:06 Strategy 3 - Practicing Gratitude
04:24 Strategy 4 - Cultivating self compassion
05:21 Strategy 5 - Positive Affirmations
06:16 Strategy 6 - Limit your negativity exposure
07:41 Strategy 7 - Countering your negative thoughts


Resources:
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Apply to be a podcast guest: https://forms.gle/
Happiness Guide: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/happinesshub 
 
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In this week's episode of Happiness Happens, I’m joined by Krystal Small, a former occupational therapist who transitioned into entrepreneurship to create more personal freedom and fulfillment. 
We get into the importance of prioritizing oneself, especially for women, and the journey of stepping outside of one's comfort zone to discover true happiness. Krystal shares her personal transformation from a career in healthcare to starting her own business in health and wellness, highlighting the pivotal moments that inspired her to seek more from life.
The conversation also covers the Driven Mom Summit, an event Krystal is hosting to empower women to dream bigger and embrace change. The episode aims to inspire listeners to consider what happiness means to them and how they can pursue it by being open to new opportunities and redefining their goals and priorities at any stage of life.
We’ll touch on:
00:00 Intro
02:23 What Happiness Means to Krystal
02:23 Exploring Happiness and Abundance
06:54 Navigating Life's Changes and Finding New Paths
12:56 The Drive Behind Starting a New Venture
17:49 Creating the Driven Mom Summit: Empowering Women
18:25 The Power of Community and Dreaming Big
25:23 Happiness in Action


Resources:
Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources 
Apply to be a podcast guest: https://forms.gle/
Happiness Guide: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/happinesshub 
 
Connect with Krystal 
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https://www.facebook.com/krystal.c.small
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The Driven Mom Summit: https://thedrivenmomsummit.com/
 
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In this episode of Happiness Happens, I sit down with Shanel and Ashley, the duo behind the transformative podcast "Soothing H.E.R." Our conversation sheds light on the internal healing journey necessary for finding joy and resilience in life's most tumultuous time. 
The Power of Resilience
Shanel and Ashley's stories are nothing short of inspiring. We uncover the raw and often painful process of healing from life's inevitable heartbreaks. Ashley shares her harrowing experience of dealing with betrayal just a week before her wedding, finding the courage to call off the marriage despite societal pressures and personal agony. Shanel, on the other hand, speaks about her divorce after a seven-year marriage, describing the isolation and struggle of starting anew in a foreign land. Their stories, though unique, converge on a powerful theme - the incredible strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
The Catalyst for Change
The conversation takes a deeper dive into the catalyst moments that propelled Shanel and Ashley to start their podcast. Ashley's traumatic heartbreak served as a profound wake-up call, pushing her towards intense therapy and self-reflection. Shanel, having gone through a similar journey of a painful divorce, became an unwavering source of support for Ashley, eventually leading them both to create "Soothing H.E.R" as an outlet for their healing and as a platform to support others going through similar challenges.
Life on the Other Side
They emphasize the beauty and liberation found in choosing oneself and walking away from toxic situations. Despite the fear and uncertainty that accompany such decisions, they assure listeners that liberation, strength, and happiness await on the other side. It's a message of hope for anyone feeling trapped or uncertain - that courage and self-love can lead to a richer, more fulfilling life.
The episode closes with a poignant reminder about the importance of giving oneself grace and setting positive intentions for each day. For anyone navigating their own healing journey, their stories serve as a reminder that, despite the pain and challenges, happiness is attainable and often found in the most unexpected places.
 
We’ll touch on:
00:00 Intro
02:07 What does happiness mean to Shanel and Ashley
04:32 Is inner peace always accessible to everyone
07:09 Catalyst moment that made them realize they needed to make their podcast to bring women together
14:55 How to separate the action of the other person in your relationship and your own self worth
19:49 The catch of finding yourself disappearing further into a relationship and feeling muted
23:43 Life on the other side of choosing you
25:48 Advice for women who are hearing from others that they're making the wrong decision even though they know it is the right one for themselves
30:19 How to create more happiness in your day, every day, starting today


Resources:
Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources 
Apply to be a podcast guest: https://forms.gle/
Happiness Guide: https://simonacostantini.ck.page/happinesshub 
 
Connect with Shanel and Ashley
www.instagram.com/soothingh.e.r
www.twitter.com/soothingher 
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0sl1qOgvDZ6W0QiKs1o3Tr?si=4oCe3I6yQqimdnpMlqB3sw 
 
Connect with Simona
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www.instagram.com/happinesshappenspodcast 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXtOxOAuXxW7c5cYKdAEfWg 
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