Hack Your Happiness

Small Bits of Happiness

Hosted by Mercedes and Anastasia Korngut, co-founders of Small Bits of Happiness. The duo interviews celebrities, Olympians and more iconic individuals. Together, they share what brings them happiness + life hacks. Hack Your Happiness is about making happiness—and life in general—practical, personal, and achievable, through simple hacks built from small habits and shifts. Don't miss an episode! Follow on Instagram for updates + daily happiness: https://www.instagram.com/small.bits.of.happiness/ Join our Happiness Family: https://smallbitsofhappiness.com/newsletter-sign-up/

  1. What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Body! Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple

    18 jun

    What Every Woman Needs to Know About Her Body! Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple

    In this episode, you will learn the truth about women's health + hormones, along with the misinformation that keeps so many women confused, overwhelmed, and constantly questioning their bodies. Today, Mercedes and Anastasia sit down with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, researcher, science communicator, women's health expert, and one of the leading voices cutting through the noise in the health and fitness industry. If you've ever wondered whether you need to cycle sync your workouts, avoid certain foods, balance your hormones, buy expensive supplements, or follow the latest wellness trend, this conversation is for you. Dr. Lauren shares what the science actually says - and what the wellness industry often gets wrong. Inside this episode, you'll learn: - What you should (and shouldn't) do differently during your menstrual cycle - The truth about cycle syncing - What hormones actually do in your body (and how to feel your best!) - The biggest fitness myths people still believe today - The health hacks that matter far more than supplements, gadgets, and wellness trends - Hacks to build strength, confidence, and long-term health without obsessing over perfection - What parents need to know about helping their children develop a healthy relationship with food, exercise, and body image This conversation is both empowering and reassuring. Dr. Lauren reminds us that health doesn't require extreme diets, complicated rules, expensive supplements, or constantly trying to "fix" ourselves. The biggest changes often come from the simplest habits done consistently over time. And stick around until the end for Dr. Lauren's powerful advice for parents striving to help their children build a positive relationship to their bodies and to food - and for the lesson she wishes someone had told her when she was young. Whether you're a teenager, parent, athlete, or simply someone trying to navigate the endless stream of health advice online, this episode will help you feel more confident, more informed, and much more at peace with your body. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Be Canada Crewneck ⁠⁠Follow Dr. Lauren on Instagram⁠⁠ Explore Dr. Lauren's website Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with Dr. Sarah McKay. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠⁠⁠ (00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You(02:16) A Confused Girl and Woman - The Misinformation Dr. Lauren Faced(03:58) The Impacts of Misinformation(07:23) How Can I Avoid Health 'Fads'?(08:15) Social Media: Empowering or Confusing?(09:54) Are Anti-Inflammatory Foods Real!?(12:38) Fitness Advice That You SHOULD NOT Follow(14:44) The Gym Floor vs A Lab(16:55) How Differently Should Men vs Women Train?(20:20) Be Canada22:07) I Only Have 20 Minutes...What Do I Do?(24:34) The Impact of Hormones on Happiness(27:26) Stop Blaming Your Hormones For This!(29:45) Top Nutrition Fears(32:44) Women vs Men: Intermittent Fasting(35:24) Should I Cycle-Sync?(38:49) Your Emotions Throughout Your Cycle - How To Tell Which Phase You're In!(42:07) Live Well and Feel Well: Make These Lifestyle Changes (45:31) Thank You(45:58) Social Support's Impact on Health(50:01) Dr. Lauren's Overarching Goal(52:21) Hacks For Building a Positive Body Image(55:31) Rapid Fire(57:58) Find Dr. Lauren Here(58:20) Brain Health Hacks, Building Habits, and Environmental Influences on Mood

    59 min.
  2. Best Money Advice You'll Ever Hear! Build Wealth, Stop Feeling Behind, Enjoy Your Life! Chloe Elise

    11 jun

    Best Money Advice You'll Ever Hear! Build Wealth, Stop Feeling Behind, Enjoy Your Life! Chloe Elise

    In this episode, you’ll learn how to build a healthier relationship with money. Not just how to save it. Not just how to invest it. But how to stop letting money control your confidence, your happiness, and your sense of self-worth. Maybe you constantly feel behind financially. Maybe you feel guilty every time you spend money on yourself. Maybe you're working hard, earning money, and still feeling stressed about your future. Or maybe you've spent years believing that your value is tied to your paycheck, your success, or what's sitting in your bank account. This episode will completely change the way you think about money! Today, Mercedes and Anastasia sit down with financial educator, entrepreneur, and founder of Deeper Than Money, Chloe Elise. After discovering she had over $36,000 of debt while still in college, Chloe went on a mission to learn everything she could about personal finance. She paid off that debt in just 18 months and has built a multi-million dollar financial literacy company that helps thousands of people take control of their finances and their future. But what makes Chloe different is that she believes money isn't just about numbers. It's about confidence, boundaries, people-pleasing, and identity. And ultimately, it's about creating a life you actually enjoy living. In this conversation, you'll learn: - Why your self-worth has nothing to do with your bank account - The dangerous money beliefs that keep people stuck for years - Why spending less is not always the answer - How to stop feeling guilty every time you spend money - The simple mindset hacks that can transform your relationship with money - Beginner negotiation tips that can help you earn more throughout your life - The first financial step everyone should take, no matter their age As Chloe says in this episode, money should be an amplifier, not your identity. This conversation will help you stop seeing money as a source of stress and start using it as a tool for freedom, confidence, and happiness. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Follow Chloe on Instagram⁠ Check out Deeper Than Money Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with Million Dollar Listing Star, Kirsten Jordan. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠⁠ (00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You (02:34) Chloe Wants You To Understand THIS (04:46) From Debt to Millionaire (08:34) Chloe's BIGGEST Money Mindset Shift (12:24) A Standout Low Moment (17:42) Why Do People Spend Money to Prove Status? (21:20) How Should I Think About Money? (25:58) There's A Moment That Everyone Hits... (27:18) Money & Self-Sabotage (32:58) Hacks For Getting Ahead With Money (37:01) Paying Off $36K in Debt (44:52) Healthy vs Unhealthy Money Mindsets (49:04) Are You Thinking Differently? (49:44) Hacks For Beginner Negotiation! (54:42) Social Media Money Lessons (1:02:25) Rapid Fire (1:08:09) Find Chloe Here (1:09:30) Get Ahead in Finances, Build a Personal Brand, and Feel Confident!

    1 u 10 m
  3. I Spent 340 Days in Space! Here's What I Learned About Life: Astronaut Scott Kelly

    4 jun

    I Spent 340 Days in Space! Here's What I Learned About Life: Astronaut Scott Kelly

    Today, you’re going to learn what it really takes to become the person you want to be. In this episode, we sit down with astronaut, engineer, author, and former commander of the International Space Station, Scott Kelly. But this conversation isn’t really about space. It’s about resilience. It’s about overcoming the identities that hold you back. And it’s about learning how to stay calm, focused, and hopeful when life gets hard. Because Scott Kelly wasn’t always the person you see today. He struggled in school. He doubted himself. He felt stuck. Then one book changed the trajectory of his life and set him on a path that would eventually take him 250 miles above Earth and keep him in space for 340 days. In this conversation, Scott shares what it’s really like to live and work in one of the most extreme environments imaginable, what happens to your mind and body when you’re isolated from everyone you love, and the lessons he learned that all of us can apply right here on Earth. You’ll learn: - How to stop defining yourself by who you’ve been in the past - Why perseverance matters more than talent - Hacks to stay calm and focused during stressful situations - The powerful mindset astronauts use when things go wrong - What spending nearly a year in space taught Scott about happiness, purpose, and resilience - The surprising physical effects of living in space for months at a time If you’ve ever doubted yourself, felt stuck, struggled with failure, or wondered whether you’re capable of more than you think, this episode will change the way you see yourself. Because as Scott’s story proves, the person you become is not determined by where you start. It’s determined by what you choose to do next. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook⁠⁠⁠ Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Pickles on Instagram Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with astronaut Ellen Ochoa. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠⁠ (00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You (02:34) From Struggling Student to Astronaut (05:58) Stop Locking Yourself Into Identities (08:33) Scott On Going to Space 4 Times (11:02) The GREATEST Space Challenge That Scott Faced (13:58) Hacks For Managing Stress and Pressure (17:48) Failure Is An Option (19:57) Guess What... (21:01) Inside Scott's Mindset (27:24) The Space Symptoms Nobody Talks About (33:58) Confinement vs Commitment (35:51) What It's Really Like to Go to Space (41:04) Living In Your Workplace - How Scott Found Downtime + Breaks (43:56) Storytime: Scott's Gorilla Prank (47:17) Who Are You Sending This To? (47:58) Try This Astronaut Practice In Your Life (51:03) A Lesson From Scott's Books (53:06) Scott's View On AI (56:13) Rapid Fire (1:02:18) Find Scott Here (1:03:12) Space Experiences, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, and Building Resilience

    1 u 4 m
  4. Stop Feeling Mentally Cluttered & Overwhelmed! Organization Expert Shira Gill

    28 mei

    Stop Feeling Mentally Cluttered & Overwhelmed! Organization Expert Shira Gill

    If your room is messy, your schedule feels overwhelming, your mind won’t slow down, and you constantly feel behind in life, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, Mercedes and Anastasia sit down with world-renowned organizing expert and bestselling author Shira Gill. And Shira is about to completely reframe what clutter actually is. Because according to Shira, clutter isn’t just about messy rooms or overflowing closets. It’s emotional.It’s mental.It’s stress that quietly follows you every single day. By the end of this episode, you’ll understand how your environment affects your mood, energy, confidence, and overall happiness far more than you realize. And even better, you'll know exactly how to optimize your space for more clarity, peace, and happiness. You’ll also learn: - Why we keep buying things we don’t need - How to stop feeling guilty saying “no” (+ scripts to use when saying "no") - How to create more calm in your space without becoming an extreme minimalist - Simple systems and routines that instantly make life feel lighter - How to efficiently organize your space TODAY Shira also shares her powerful story of growing up between two homes after her parents’ divorce, how organizing became a coping mechanism during difficult seasons of life, and how that eventually turned into a global career helping thousands of people simplify their homes, minds, and lives. Whether you feel buried under clutter, stuck in comparison, overwhelmed by your schedule, or simply exhausted from trying to do it all, this episode will leave you with practical tools and a completely new perspective on what it really means to feel enough. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook⁠⁠ ⁠Visit Shira's website⁠ Sign Up For Shira's Newsletter Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with home organizing expert, Michelle Ogundehin. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠⁠ (00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You (02:21) "The Worst Thing That Turned Into The Best Thing" (04:46) How Organization Impacts Happiness (06:16) Three Organizational Practices To Use TODAY! (09:41) Most Frequent 'Clutter' Items (12:18) Let's Talk About Emotional Clutter (15:00) Storytime: Personal Life and Clutter (19:11) A Quick Way To Transform Your Life (20:14) Editing Your Life Without OVER-Editing (23:12) How is Organization a Wellness Tool? (25:32) How Can I Stop Buying Things That I Don't Need? (29:52) Hacks To Stop Saying "Yes" To Everything (31:03) Shira's Must-Know Scripts For Saying "No" (33:43) Define Your Enough (36:39) Quick Pause! (37:03) What Is 'Enough'? (38:45) Should I Care About Routines? (40:30) Staples For Your Daily Routine + A Peek Into Shira's Routine (43:51) Complaining: Good or Bad? (46:32) Shira's Challenge For You (48:04) Rapid Fire! (51:12) Find Shira Here (52:12) How To Make Your Home Happy

    53 min.
  5. Navy SEAL: The SECRET to Staying Calm When Everything Feels Out of Control! Rich Diviney

    21 mei

    Navy SEAL: The SECRET to Staying Calm When Everything Feels Out of Control! Rich Diviney

    Prepare to unlock the key to staying calm under pressure, never spiraling in uncertainty, and building real confidence - even when life feels overwhelming. If you constantly overthink the future…If you feel stuck, anxious, or frozen when life gets uncertain…If you struggle with confidence, fear of failure, or stepping outside your comfort zone…If you feel overwhelmed by big goals and don’t know where to start… This conversation will completely change the way you think about fear, resilience, leadership, and what it actually means to be mentally strong. Joining Mercedes and Anastasia today is Rich Diviney. Rich is a former Navy SEAL commander, bestselling author, and founder of The Attributes, a company designed to help individuals and teams perform at their highest level under pressure. Rich spent more than 20 years as a Navy SEAL, operating in some of the highest-stakes environments imaginable. But what makes his perspective so powerful is this: he says the people who perform best under pressure are not necessarily the most talented or fearless. They’ve simply trained themselves to think differently. In this episode, Rich explains the neuroscience behind stress, fear, uncertainty, confidence, and performance - and shares practical tools you can use to stay grounded and focused when life gets hard. He also brings us into Navy SEAL training, explaining the difference between physical vs mental strength, and how Navy SEALs train their mindsets for extreme missions. Rich shares one of the most powerful concepts Navy SEALs use called “moving horizons” - a simple strategy that helps you stop spiraling and regain control when everything feels overwhelming. Prepare to learn: - How Navy SEALs train their mindsets (a peek into Navy SEAL training!) - The Navy SEAL strategy that helps you stop spiraling under pressure - How to stop procrastinating and finally take the first step toward your goals - Why doing hard things literally changes your brain - How to handle uncertainty without letting it control your life - The hidden habits that build trust + the behaviours that quietly destroy it This is not a conversation about becoming fearless. It’s about becoming the kind of person who can keep moving forward even when life feels uncertain. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook⁠ Visit Rich's website Shop Rich's books Follow Rich on Instagram Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with former Navy SEAL commander, Rorke Denver. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠ (00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You (02:24) Becoming A Navy SEAL (03:33) Inside Navy SEAL Training (how Rich got through!) (05:48) Top Tips For Perseverance (09:06) Rich's High Pressure Moment + Hacks To Staying Calm Under Pressure (19:30) Why Do Some People Handle Pressure Better Than Others? (22:11) Strength vs Mindset Training (26:19) Who Comes to Mind? (26:48) Do This ONE Thing to Become A Better You (30:10) What Role Does Uncertainty Play in Decision-Making? (31:42) The Truth About Procrastination (35:25) Keeping Morale & Hope Through Tough Moments (37:04) Navy SEAL Practices That Rich Still Follows (39:12) Tying Identity to Achievement (42:18) All About The Attributes (44:10) EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT! (45:16) Leadership Is A Behaviour, Not A Position (47:24) The Lesson That Changed How Rich Views People (49:03) Rich's Personal Purpose (50:17) Behaviours That Eat Away At People's Trust (52:12) Common Misconceptions About Navy SEALs! (53:28) Hacks For Resilience (54:39) Rapid Fire! (57:39) Find Rich Here (58:27) Motivation, Discipline, and Staying Calm Under Pressure

    59 min.
  6. Nutrition Lies You’ve Been Told + What’s Actually True! Dr. Jessica Knurick

    14 mei

    Nutrition Lies You’ve Been Told + What’s Actually True! Dr. Jessica Knurick

    YOU need to hear this. If you’ve ever felt confused about food, overwhelmed by health advice online, or guilty every time you eat something “unhealthy,” you need to hit play. Because the truth is: nutrition has become way more complicated than it needs to be. And today’s episode is going to change that. In this conversation, Mercedes and Anastasia sit down with Dr. Jessica Knurick - a nutrition scientist, registered dietitian, and one of the most trusted voices online when it comes to cutting through health misinformation. Dr. Knurick specializes in chronic disease prevention and public health, but what makes her work so powerful is this: she doesn’t believe health should be driven by fear. This is not another conversation about “good” foods and “bad” foods. It’s a conversation about balance.About stress.About the systems shaping the way we eat.And about how to actually take care of yourself. In this episode, Dr. Knurick explains why social media has made so many people afraid of food, why “superfoods” are mostly marketing, and why health has a lot more to do with consistency than perfection. You’ll also learn: - What you actually need to be doing for better health - Why nutrition matters even if you’re not an athlete - How to spot misinformation online - The truth about sugar, seed oils, supplements, and ultra-processed foods - Why so many people feel healthier in Europe - How parents can help their kids build a healthy relationship with food But most importantly, this episode will help you stop obsessing over every little thing you eat. Because health doesn’t come from fear.It comes from what you do consistently. And by the end of this conversation, you’ll feel calmer, clearer, and way more confident about what actually matters when it comes to your health. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Shop The 'I Swear It's Easy' Cookbook ⁠Check out Dr. Knurick's Substack ⁠Follow Dr. Knurick on Instagram⁠ Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with gut health scientist, Emily Leeming. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now! (00:00) Why This Episode Matters For You (01:41) From Sports To Nutrition (03:31) Dr. Jessica Knurick's Mission In One Sentence (04:08) Why Does Nutrition Matter For Me? (07:06) Must-Know Fibre Hacks (09:46) How Much Fibre Do I Need? (10:22) The Anatomy of a Healthy Lifestyle (15:05) Food's Role in Happiness (16:56) Do 'Superfoods' Actually Exist? (18:39) Hacks For Eating The Rainbow! (19:35) I Swear It's Easy (20:55) Healthy Eating Without Intense Restriction (25:32) Dr. Knurick Busts Nutrition Myths! (29:45) Before You Believe Social Media, Ask Yourself THIS (31:49) All You Need To Know About Supplements (34:54) You Need To Reevaluate These Systems (they're impacting your health) (40:49) Tips To Avoid Falling Into Toxic Food Systems + Mindsets (44:13) Who Comes To Your Mind? (44:51) Canada vs USA Chronic Disease Gap (49:12) Culture's Impact On Health & Lifestyle Hacks From Other Countries (52:30) Rapid Fire! (57:22) Find Dr. Knurick Here (57:53) Unlock All You Need To Know About Gut Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    59 min.
  7. The Science of Feeling Good: How to Boost Energy, Focus, and Mood with Dr. Andy Galpin

    7 mei

    The Science of Feeling Good: How to Boost Energy, Focus, and Mood with Dr. Andy Galpin

    In today’s episode, you’re going to learn what performance actually means - and why it has nothing to do with being an athlete. Whether you feel overwhelmed trying to stay consistent, stuck in an all-or-nothing mindset, or like you’re doing everything “right” but still not feeling your best, this conversation will show you how to take back control of your energy, your health, and your life. Joining Mercedes and Anastasia today is Andy Galpin: a leading human performance scientist, coach, and Executive Director of the Human Performance Center at Parker University. Dr. Galpin has worked with elite athletes, executives, and high performers across every field! Andy is here to help you redefine performance - not as winning or perfection, but as having the ability to feel how you want to feel, think how you want to think, and show up for the life you want to live. What he shares today will change the way you think about your habits, your body, and what it really means to feel good. In this episode, you’ll learn: - Why “if you have a body, you’re an athlete” and how performance applies to YOUR everyday life- How to identify the one thing holding you back!- The FIRST step towards getting better sleep tonight- A guide to using just 30 minutes a day to improve your health, mood, and energy- What’s actually draining your energy (and what the solution looks like)- Why wearables, routines, and trends can either help you or hold you back If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck, inconsistent, or overwhelmed trying to “optimize” your life, this conversation is for you. You don’t need to be perfect. You don’t need more discipline. You just need to remove what’s holding you back, and start showing up. And today, with Dr. Galpin's help, you’ll learn how to do exactly that. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Shop the Connection Journal Visit Dr. Andy Galpin's website Follow Dr. Galpin on Instagram Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with elite performance coach, Alan Stein Jr. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (00:00) Why This Conversation Matters For You (02:16) Why Human Performance? (05:12) The TRUE Meaning of Performance (08:06) Got 30 Minutes? Here's How To Invest Into Your Health (13:05) Dr. Galpin's Daily Non-Negotiables (17:25) Tips For Being More Resilient (24:48) Your Tool For A Stronger Relationship (25:42) This Wellness Trend is HARMING Your Wellbeing! (30:57) Are Wearables Harmful? (34:55) The Truth About Intermittent Fasting (40:19) Tips For Boosting Sleep Quality (49:08) The Normalization of Poor Sleep (50:43) Ready To Optimize Your Performance & Life? Do THIS! (52:28) Think of Someone In Your Life... (52:53) High Performers Do THIS (and so can you!) (58:59) Rapid Fire! (1:03:03) Find Dr. Andy Galpin Here (1:04:24) Stop Letting Fear, Doubt, and Pressure Control Your Life!

    1 u 5 m
  8. How to Turn What Makes You “Different” Into Your Greatest Strength: Grammy-winner Molly Tuttle

    30 apr

    How to Turn What Makes You “Different” Into Your Greatest Strength: Grammy-winner Molly Tuttle

    Today’s episode is a masterclass in turning your biggest insecurities into your greatest power. If you’ve ever felt like your differences make you an outsider… if you’ve hidden parts of yourself to fit in… if perfectionism, comparison, or fear has held you back from going after your goals - this one’s for you. What you’ll learn here will completely shift how you show up for yourself! Today, Mercedes and Anastasia are joined by Grammy-winning musician and powerful storyteller, Molly Tuttle. Molly is not just a master of her craft, she’s an advocate for authenticity, a voice for anyone who’s ever felt different, and an artist who turned her differences into her greatest strengths. From living with alopecia since childhood to performing on stage without a wig, Molly opens up about her journey of self-acceptance. You’ll learn: - How to transform your personal struggles into superpowers - How to find a way to express emotions, even if songwriting isn’t your thing - What embracing your authenticity actually looks and feels like - The truth about staying passionate when your passion becomes your career - What to do when fear or perfectionism blocks your creativity If you’ve ever wondered how to love the parts of yourself that feel “too different,” or how to express what’s really in your heart, this episode shows you how. Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Shop the Be Dreams Crewneck Check out Molly's website Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with award-winning jazz singer, Stacey Kent. We know you'll love it: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (00:00) Why This Conversation Matters For You (02:10) In Love With Music From A Young Age(03:31) Meet Molly's Grandfather (04:35) How Does Molly Write A Song? (06:00) How Can I Better Express My Emotions? (06:50) Living With Alopecia From Age 3 - Molly's Story (08:49) Feeling Confident In Your Own Self Image (11:01) Performing Without A Wig For The FIRST Time! (12:47) Ever Felt Insecure? This Is Molly's Advice (14:16) Molly's Biggest Lesson From Life With Alopecia (16:19) The Story Behind 'Crooked Tree' (17:43) What Does Molly Hope To Share Through Her Music? (18:57) Your Dreams Matter (20:06) A Deeper Look Into Molly's Lyrics (20:38) That's Gonna Leave A Mark (22:16) Practices For Staying Grounded & Joyful (23:54) What Did It Feel Like To Win 2 Grammy Awards? (25:05) Tips For Being A Better Teammate/Collaborator (26:24) Hacks For Communication (27:20) Work Your Passion & Stay In Love With It (28:21) Getting Real About Challenges Within The Music Industry (30:10) Changing Music Styles (31:33) What Does The 'So Long Little Miss Sunshine' Album Cover Mean? (33:00) How Does Molly Keep Growing As An Artist? (34:16) Molly's View On AI In Music (36:13) Want To Become A Musician? Start Here! (37:40) Rapid Fire! (40:51) Find Molly Here (41:20) Hacks To Pursue Your Dreams + Stop Caring What Others Think

    42 min.

Info

Hosted by Mercedes and Anastasia Korngut, co-founders of Small Bits of Happiness. The duo interviews celebrities, Olympians and more iconic individuals. Together, they share what brings them happiness + life hacks. Hack Your Happiness is about making happiness—and life in general—practical, personal, and achievable, through simple hacks built from small habits and shifts. Don't miss an episode! Follow on Instagram for updates + daily happiness: https://www.instagram.com/small.bits.of.happiness/ Join our Happiness Family: https://smallbitsofhappiness.com/newsletter-sign-up/

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