The Pursuit of Happiness

Clinical Therapist Holly Essler goes into details about what Mental Health is, how many of us are dealing with these issues and how we can begin to cope with them. We take a close look into defining depression and how to recognize the signs if you or someone you know is dealing with it. We also discuss anxiety, imposter syndrome and what to do if you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts. We discuss how we all need to lift the stigma when it comes to talking about mental health and getting help. This is such a powerful episode. Holly gives such great advice on how to handle all of these situations, as millions of people are constantly struggling with this on a daily basis. This is an episode I highly recommend you listen from start to finish.

In this episode, I get to talk to Dr. Brian Hare, PhD, a neuroscientist who wrote the book on dogs, literally. He's a NY Times Best Seller for his book "The Genius of Dogs." We deep dive into the history of dogs, where they come from, how they've evolved, why we love them so much, how they communicate and so much more! Who doesn't love dogs? Now you get to learn more about them!

In this episode, Cora Boyd goes into how she became a matchmaker, turned dating and relationship coach for both men and women. We have a lot of fun talking about dating in the modern world with the apps and online, how dating is different depending on where you live, dating in the days of covid, approaching someone at the gym and who pays on the first date! Cora is a ton of fun while also proving why coaching can be super important and she's top notch.

Norwegian Tonje Blomseth is a force of nature and her story is proof. Only in her mid 20's, she's accomplished so much. She became the youngest to walk the entire length of Norway at the age of 17 with her dog, Maddox. After realizing adventure and expeditions were her calling, she convinced a TV studio to put her life on the big screen. Since then she's done more expeditions all over, including Canada and now Alaska where she resides with her sled team of 9 malamutes. At such an early age, she's created her own path to happiness and nothing will get in her way.

In this episode, Certified Yoga Instructor CiCi Smith and myself get into the details of yoga. CiCi shares her story on her yoga took her from a really dark place and gave her purpose. We then discuss what yoga really is, the many types of yoga and the mindset to have before stepping on a mat. She really helps break it down, explains how to set expectations and mentally prepare before stepping onto the mat. We cap it off with how to select a class and style that's right for you.

Brian Ondrako is host of the Just Get Started podcast, having interviewed well over 100 successful people and entrepreneurs. Not only do we talk about the lessons he's learned from them, and what they have in common, but how he overcame fear and confidence issues to start reaching for his goals.   This is a super relatable interview for anyone who's having issues just get started on their dreams, is running into roadblocks and having confidence issues.

Adam and Kathryn, otherwise known as AdveturesofAplusK, tell their story on chasing their dreams to travel the world. We go into the backstory of moving out of their apartment and into their van full time, how they became a major social media presence and the sacrifices it all took. For you travel junkies, we also touch on some of their favorite locations they've been to, what's next on their bucket list and some great tips and tricks for your next trip. They are truly an inspiring couple that are chasing their dream of happiness.

In this episode, I talk about what intermittent fasting is, what it isn't, some of the benefits and how it's affected me over the last few years. It's definitely been a game changer!

In this episode, Nabeel Jaitapker and I talk about the pros and cons of dating today, the dating apps and what it's like to be dating as a single parent.

Based on my experience on different dating apps and sites, I bring to light some things women may or may not be thinking about when setting up their online profile. Let's set yourself up to succeed!