Happiness Created

Cecelia Mandryk

Have you ever felt like, on the outside, your life looks great? Maybe even enviable. But on the inside, there is a seed of discontentment starting to grow? Or that the old ways of finding joy, copying, and self-soothing don’t seem to work anymore. Maybe you feel like despite knowing how to find the answers in your job or in your family, you can’t seem to riddle the mystery that is your own satisfaction? That’s where Cecelia Mandryk comes in. She is a life coach that has worked with dozens of high-achieving individuals who feel in control of every aspect of their lives except their own happiness. In this show, she comes her experience in coaching, somatic therapies, western counseling, and Ayurveda to bring self-proclaimed overachievers the actionable steps and mindset shift they need to build more contentment, confidence, and joy in their everyday lives. In these weekly bite-sized lessons, we will discuss topics including what is happiness and how we create it for ourselves, how to foster more contentment in your relationships, and the challenge of positive thinking. If you want to create more happiness in your life, relationships, or even just your Mondays, subscribe to Happiness Created now on your favorite podcast platform to be the first to know when new episodes are available.

  1. 02/07/2023

    Your Relationship with You

    When you’re able to accept and love yourself for who you are in the present moment, feelings like happiness, joy, and contentment come a lot easier. There’s also less resistance around building habits that support your goals and working through mindset challenges. If that’s the case, then why are we so quick to neglect our relationship with ourselves? In this episode, I unpack what it means to have a relationship with yourself and share some strategies to foster a more loving connection.  I recap why using willpower to fix a problem never works, and explain how to instead work with your brain to make sustainable changes. I highlight some examples of why the all-or-nothing approach can hold you back from making progress and practicing integrity with yourself. Plus, I talk about ways to uncover the stories that you believe about yourself and work on rewiring any negative internal dialogue.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: Why I believe the relationship you have with yourself is the most important one in your life The benefits of having a more loving, supportive relationship with yourself Training your brain to look for positive attributes instead of negative ones The importance of keeping promises to yourself and allowing space for flexibilityTips for creating a belief plan and commitment to ‘future you’  Resources Mentioned:  Join me on February 12th at 10:30am EST for a webinar about how to create the love that you want Special Offer:  Download my free guide to help change that habit that you just can't seem to quit  Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com  Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    17 min
  2. 01/31/2023

    It's not the Circumstance's Fault

    When you’re feeling any sort of emotion, how often do you attribute that feeling to something outside of yourself? Most of us do this often and aren’t even aware of it.  It can feel disempowering when your emotional state is dependent on external circumstances or people’s behaviors that are completely outside of your control. But, when you start to bring awareness and acceptance to your thoughts and intentionally shift the narrative, your lived experience can completely change.  This process isn’t meant to promote toxic positivity or bypass yourself. Rather, I invite you to practice choosing different truths that already exist within you. When you do this, you can focus your energy on the areas that you can actually control, like your thoughts and beliefs.  My challenge for you this week is to try this technique the next time you're blaming something outside of yourself for how you're feeling. I share some techniques in the episode to recognize patterns and create intentional solutions. I’d love to hear from you if you try it out ー DM me on Instagram and let me know!   Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: Examples of how common it is to look outside of yourself to create your feelings Why trying to exert more control over a situation doesn’t typically work Liberating yourself from the stories that keep you stuck My four-step process for emotional empowerment A simple way to test whether a situation or your thoughts are creating how you feel  Resources Mentioned:  Join me on February 12th at 10:30am EST for a webinar about how to create the love that you want Special Offer:  Download my free guide to help change that habit that you just can't seem to quit  Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    15 min
  3. 01/24/2023

    Working with Self-Sabotage

    Self-sabotage is when people do or don't do things that block their success and prevent them from accomplishing their goals. It's not about circumstances, but rather the active choices we make to resist growth. In today’s episode, I break down why we self-sabotage, the four most common ways that this cycle occurs, and solutions to break out of the pattern.  In short, your primitive brain wants you to maintain the status quo, even if your prefrontal cortex is committed to success. It might look like procrastinating, quitting, not setting goals, or distracting yourself with other activities. But, you can start to work with your brain to shift into a mindset that actually favors growth over complacency.  The first step is to actively decide to not self-sabotage. I share some exercises and practices to support that decision, like creating more safety in your nervous system and re-establishing your identity. If you're currently in a self-sabotage cycle or have a history of it, tune into this episode and let me know what resonates with you.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: What self-sabotage is and some common examples of what it looks like Choosing short-term discomfort for long-term pleasureWhy doubt generally feels better than growth when we’re in this place of self-sabotage How to manage expectations and create acceptance before you've achieved your goals Questions to ask yourself to get really curious about your relationship with self-sabotage Special Offer:  Download my free guide to help change that habit that you just can't seem to quit  Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    21 min
  4. 01/17/2023

    Connecting with Your Future Self

    When you talk to your future self, that version of you knows your past, present, and future. They have the wisdom to get you where you want to go and can reveal your ‘why’ and ‘how’ in ways that no one else can.  In this episode, I dive into what I mean when I talk about ‘future self' and share questions to guide conversations with that person. I also explain how connecting to future you is a great tool for creating happiness and joy in your life.  Our brains are wired to choose known discomfort rather than make a risky move into new territory. We might not be content with our job, lifestyle, or habits, but at least we know what they are. When we tap into that dreamy future self, answers about what goals to set and how to achieve them start to unfold.  Listen in to learn how the happiness you're looking for can be found from talking to your future self.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: Why you shouldn’t judge your potential based on past performances The limitations of seeking strategies from people who have what you want Tips for talking to your future self Working through the overwhelm of having your entire plan mapped out Recognizing when you choose to be complacent instead of getting out of your comfort zone Special Offer:  Download my free guide to help change that habit that you just can't seem to quit  Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    13 min
  5. 01/10/2023

    Why Can’t I...

    When we set a goal, we typically use willpower to drive our actions. But, what happens when life gets in the way? I was caught in this loop for so many years where I would feel motivated to exercise every day, eat food that made my body feel good, and avoid drinking alcohol, but then I hit a wall. I didn’t understand why I couldn’t just continue to thrive in all areas of my life.  What I didn’t realize is that willpower is a limited resource. It works against your brain and nervous system, which eventually leads burn out. The solution is to start paying attention to your thoughts and feelings instead of relying on discipline. Once you can identify what’s going on in your mind, you can start to shift your perspective and create sustainable changes.  Your thoughts and feelings drive your action. Once you can really identify and articulate what you’re experiencing, you can unlock all of these different elements of your life that have otherwise felt inaccessible. In this episode, I share different modalities that can be helpful in this process and unpack how this concept works with real-world examples.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: My previous experiences with willpower and motivation Tools to identify and visualize your thoughts and feelings How to make it easier to take the action that you want Getting to a place where you feel happy and satisfied with the choices you make Resources Mentioned:  Feelings Wheel Special Offer:  Download my free guide to help change that habit that you just can't seem to quit Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    22 min
  6. 01/03/2023

    How to Set a Goal

    I have a five-step framework for setting goals that works with your brain and nervous system to create sustainable change. The reason why so many people have trouble meeting their New Year’s resolutions is because they rely on shaming and judging themselves to get there. But, what if you could love yourself and feel happiness along the way?  In order to reach your goals, you have to start digging deeper than the actual accomplishment. You’ll most likely find that you’re chasing a feeling by pursuing a certain milestone. Maybe you want a promotion so that you feel validated in your career, or perhaps you want to lose 10 pounds so that you feel confident in your body.  In this episode, I share how to set goals that align with your values and get in touch with your ‘why.’ I explain the difference between a belief plan and an action plan, and highlight why it’s so important to prepare for obstacles. I also talk about the role of failure when it comes to success, which is something that’s often ignored.  Listen in to hear about my process for setting goals and why it works to support your success.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: What I find lacking in traditional goal-setting practicesGetting clear on how you want to feel once you reach your goal The feedback loop of belief and evidence Creating safety for yourself to make mistakes and fail Why your future outcomes are not dependent on your past performance Special Offer:  Jumpstart your awareness and join me for my free Feel Your Feelings training: ceceliabaummandryk.com/freetraining  Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    20 min
  7. 12/27/2022

    Why Celebrating Is Important

    Do you allow yourself a moment to acknowledge where you are today and how far you’ve come? If you’re anything like I used to be, it might feel awkward, even challenging, to do that. In this episode, I explain why celebration might be hard for you, why it’s important to practice, and the role that it plays in creating happiness.  Typically, your brain’s default setting is to zero in on where you’re failing, but you can change how you experience life by intentionally shifting what you pay attention to. When you celebrate your small wins, you’re more likely to keep moving in that direction and cultivate contentment along the way.  I share a few examples and analogies of how I’ve seen this show up in clients and in my own life. Becoming a celebrator helps you notice progress and growth, which are important factors for staying consistent with your goals and ultimately experiencing happiness. Listen in to learn more about the significance of celebration and how you can incorporate more of it into your life.  Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or on your favorite podcast platform.  Topics Covered: What celebration is (and isn’t) in the context of personal development  Working through imposter syndrome and situations where you discount your accomplishments Why you’re more likely to give up if you don’t celebrate milestones The connection between growth, self-actualization, and happiness How celebration helps you evaluate your plan of action and effectively find areas of improvement  Resources Mentioned:  I’m launching an email series to support anyone who would like guidance with their New Year’s planning. Head over to my website and sign up for my email list to get access to that resource!  Special Offer:  Jumpstart your awareness and join me for my free Feel Your Feelings training: ceceliabaummandryk.com/freetraining  Follow Me: Visit my website: ceceliabaummandryk.com Connect on Instagram: @ceceliabmandryk

    25 min

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Have you ever felt like, on the outside, your life looks great? Maybe even enviable. But on the inside, there is a seed of discontentment starting to grow? Or that the old ways of finding joy, copying, and self-soothing don’t seem to work anymore. Maybe you feel like despite knowing how to find the answers in your job or in your family, you can’t seem to riddle the mystery that is your own satisfaction? That’s where Cecelia Mandryk comes in. She is a life coach that has worked with dozens of high-achieving individuals who feel in control of every aspect of their lives except their own happiness. In this show, she comes her experience in coaching, somatic therapies, western counseling, and Ayurveda to bring self-proclaimed overachievers the actionable steps and mindset shift they need to build more contentment, confidence, and joy in their everyday lives. In these weekly bite-sized lessons, we will discuss topics including what is happiness and how we create it for ourselves, how to foster more contentment in your relationships, and the challenge of positive thinking. If you want to create more happiness in your life, relationships, or even just your Mondays, subscribe to Happiness Created now on your favorite podcast platform to be the first to know when new episodes are available.