Happiness in Progress

Danielle Craig
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An Emmy-award winning journalist hosts Happiness in Progress. You'll hear from some incredibly inspiring people and get motivation each episode to better your life and find your own happiness.

  1. 4D AGO

    #251 What Financial Freedom Really Means (and How to Get It) ft. Phil Weiss

    Most people think financial freedom means having more money, but that belief is exactly what keeps them stuck and unhappy. In this episode of Happiness in Progress, I sit down with financial expert Phil Weiss to redefine what financial freedom actually is, how to prepare for retirement without fear, how to use tools like an HSA correctly, and the mindset shifts that separate stressed earners from people who feel truly secure. In this episode, we cover: What financial freedom really means How to save for retirement without overwhelm How to use an HSA as a long-term wealth tool and other tangible tools The mindset shifts that create lasting financial freedom Phil Weiss is the founder of Apprise Wealth Management. Phil has accumulated more than 25 years of experience in personal finance and investment management. He holds esteemed credentials as a CFA, CPA, and RLP®. Phil has established himself as a recognized authority in his field, frequently serving as a media spokesperson, market commentator, and podcast guest.  Podcast resources: The Art of Spending Money - https://amzn.to/3L2Y0aX The Psychology of Money - https://amzn.to/3YcmOQL Connect with Danielle Connect with Phil  Get Phil's ebook  If you liked this, check this episode out: The Money Mindset You Need ft. Latasha Kinnard Getting Out of Debt Together ft. Jason and Ashleigh Mayfield

    35 min

  2. 11/26/2025

    #250 The Power of Intentional Gratitude + Try This Practice

    A gratitude practice is often just listing things you're thankful for, but this guided practice goes deeper. I read about creating a gratitude grid in Carol Look's recent book. And I wanted to share it with you. Learn how this practice helps you pause, get present, and be intentional about your gratitude. In this episode, you'll learn: - What intentional gratitude really is - How it can create real emotional change - How to use the grid practice in your own life This episode is perfect for: - Anyone wanting a quick emotional reset - Moms who feel overwhelmed or overstimulated - People working on mindset, healing, self-awareness, or emotional wellness - Anyone trying to start a daily gratitude practice - Listeners who want to feel better today Let's connect on Instagram Read Carol Looks' book If you like this episode, check out these on gratitude: Should I always be grateful Gratitude through infertility

    14 min

  3. 11/20/2025

    How to Figure Out what YOU WANT and Actually Trust Your Own Voice ft. Jessica Frew

    On this episode of Happiness in Progress, I'm joined by author and bold decision coach Jessica Frew. This is a powerful conversation about trusting yourself, breaking out of the boxes you were given, and finally stopping the cycle of "should-ing" on yourself. Jessica shares why so many women feel like they need a permission slip to be themselves and how to start trusting your self. In this episode we talk about: - Why so many women feel like they need a permission slip to be themselves  - How to eliminate judgment so you can actually hear your own voice and trust your intuition again. - How to shift from proving yourself to being yourself Let's connect on Instagram  Get Jessica's book for free Connect with Jessica on Instagram More about Jessica: Jessica is the author of Shove Your Shoulds, a speaker and bold decision coach. She helps ambitious women unlearn the conditioning they were raised with so they can make bold, imperfect decisions without guilt, fear, or second-guessing. As a speaker, author, and coach, she blends personal experience (including navigating divorce, a mixed-orientation marriage, and blending families) with a proven decision-making framework to guide women back to trusting their intuition. Whether on stage, in coaching, or through her book, her mission is to help women stop living by everyone else's rules and start living boldly, unapologetically, and in full alignment with who they were created to be.

    34 min

  4. 11/18/2025

    Don't Wait for January 1st! Make This Shift to Accomplish Your Goals

    Are you waiting for January 1 to finally start your goals? Research shows that most New Year's resolutions fail by January 19, but there's a better way! In this episode, I'm breaking down the power of the "winter arc." Why starting your goals RIGHT NOW will give you the momentum you need to succeed in 2026. You'll learn: - Why January 1st goals work against you  - Why most resolutions fail and how to structure goals that won't fail  - How to use the winter arc to get ahead on your goals - Simple, actionable steps you can take today Stop waiting and and make this mindset shift to finally accomplish your goals. Timestamps: 0:00 Why New Year's resolutions fail 8:46 What is the "winter arc" 10:41 The secret sauce to making goals that stick Let's chat on Instagram Don't forget to subscribe!  More episodes about goal setting: Growth during uncertainty Try tapping to unlock your goals Goals, grace and growth

    22 min

  5. 11/06/2025

    Power Struggles with Your Kids? Try This Parenting Approach Instead feat. Dr. Erika Bocknek

    Power struggles with our kids are absolutely exhausting. In this episode, Danielle Craig talks with Dr. Erika Bocknek to explore how to stop trying to control your child's behavior and start building a reciprocal relationship that lasts a lifetime. Dr. Bocknek, shares how shifting from behavior control to connection-based parenting helps your child build trust, confidence, and independence. You'll learn how to guide your child's growth without power struggles, raise them to internalize your family's values, and enjoy more peace and joy at home. In this episode, we cover: Why it's so important to focus on relationship building How to reshape power struggles into moments of connection Why making your family values are clear matters How connection builds confidence, emotional intelligence, and independence Connect with Dr. Bocknek  Connect with Danielle  Meet Dr. Bocknek - Dr. Erika Bocknek is a professor, family therapist, and mom of three with advanced training in child development, couples and family therapy, and infant mental health. She hosts the Raising Souls podcast.

    36 min

  6. 10/30/2025

    #246 Can You Love Your Body and Want to Change It? Weight Loss, Ozempic and Body Positivity ft. Andy Neal

    What if you love your body, but still want to change it? That's the question I'm taking to today's guest. You're going to hear from outdoor creator, filmmaker and mental health advocate Andy Neal. In this conversation, Andy opens up about his weight loss journey while being a voice in the body positivity space. In this powerful conversation with Danielle Craig, Andy shares what it's really like to talk about weight loss online, why people think it's their business to comment on your body, and how to stay true to yourself when everyone has an opinion. You'll hear: - Why talking about weight feels so complicated - How choosing to let go of people pleasing can make a huge difference - How movement and nature can support mental health (it wouldn't be an episode with Andy without this!) - Why changing your body doesn't mean you don't love it Want more? Check out the last episode about the three stories we need to lose around weight loss. About Andy Neal: Andy Neal is a filmmaker, outdoor creator, and mental health advocate based in Ashland, Oregon. He's best known for creating the viral trend "Going for a stupid hike for my stupid mental health" and has collaborated with REI, Columbia Sportswear, and National Geographic. Through humor, honesty, and stunning visuals, Andy helps people connect to themselves and the outdoors in deeper, more compassionate ways. Connect with Andy Connect with Danielle

    39 min

  7. 10/28/2025

    The Real Weight You Need to Lose (It's Not on the Scale)

    The problem isn't your weight. It's the stories you're writing about it. In this episode of Happiness in Progress, Danielle Craig dives into the emotional and mental "weight" that keeps us stuck in shame, comparison, and judgement. You'll learn how to rewrite three of the biggest body stories holding you back: "I should look like XYZ." "Weight loss is the most important thing that can happen to me." "My weight means something about me." If you've ever felt like you're at war with your reflection or chasing worth through the scale - this episode will help you lose the weight around weight and finally start living freely in your body. AND coming Thursday: Don't miss my next conversation with influencer Andy Neal, who's sharing his experience starting GLP-1s while being in the body positivity space — and how he's balancing health, identity, and authenticity. Hang out with me on Instagram

    25 min

  8. 09/30/2025

    Uncover the Hidden Fear Controlling Your Life feat. Rhonda Britten

    Do you ever wonder why you procrastinate, self-sabotage, or feel stuck no matter what you try? The truth is, it's not you - it's fear. In this powerful interview, regular guest of The Oprah Winfrey Show and best-selling author, Rhonda Britten, reveals the Wheel of Fear that secretly controls your life. You'll learn how to identify your core fear in real time, break free from shame and self-judgement, and finally step into fearless living. If you've been searching for how to overcome fear, stop self sabotage, and live with freedom - THIS is the episode you need.  Mentioned in the show: Wheel of Freedom freebie Fearless Living Let's hang out on Instagram

    34 min
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An Emmy-award winning journalist hosts Happiness in Progress. You'll hear from some incredibly inspiring people and get motivation each episode to better your life and find your own happiness.

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  • Creator
    Danielle Craig
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    278
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2022
  • Show Website
    Happiness in Progress

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