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Pain is a catalyst for growth. It allows you to ascend to apart of yourself that you might not know is possible. Today I am sharing the difference between pain and suffering and why you need to change your relationship with pain. I discuss increasing your capacity for feeling pain while decreasing your capacity for suffering. We spend so much unnecessary effort trying to avoid pain by whatever means necessary but I am going to share why you need to reframe your feelings toward pain as it is oftentimes your biggest opportunity for success. Inside this episode: The inability to handle your own pain The differences between pain and suffering Increasing your capacity to feel pain while decreasing your capacity to suffer Creating a new meaning around how you approach anxiety How pain is your deepest opportunity for growth Being kind to yourself when you need it most Links: 2020 Vision Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

Love. It's a simple, yet complex thing in our lives. Today I was joined by guest, Neale Donald Walsch to chat about just that. Neale is a modern-day spiritual messenger and author. We dive into expressing your divinity, what it means to transmogrify and how modern-day religion has made people scared to express their true identity. Neale share's his experience of being homeless, having conversations with God and how this led him to publish a book about his experience. We also dive into the importance of answering the call to love and stepping into a true awareness of who you are. About Neale Donald Walsch: Neale Donald Walsch is a modern-day spiritual messenger whose words continue to touch the world in profound ways. With an early interest in religion and a deeply felt connection to spirituality, Neale spent the majority of his life thriving professionally, yet searching for spiritual meaning before experiencing his now famous conversation with God. The Conversations with God series of books that emerged from those encounters have been translated into 37 languages, touching millions and inspiring important changes in their day-to-day lives. Inside this episode, Neale shares: Recognizing that survival isn't your basic instinct; it's your need to express divinity Treating every moment as if best version of you is being called upon The problem with "us vs. them" mentality How you can evolve yourself while assisting in the evolution of your species How religion has made people scared to embrace their true identity Demonstrating your true divinity The five natural emotions: love, grief, fear, envy and anger Neale's conversation with God and his book publishing process You can find more about Neale at: Website | Facebook | Link Links: Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1 Conversations With God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 2 Conversations With God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 3 More books from Neale Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

I wanted to bring you all something a little different for today's solo jam. I decided to share a little snippet into a Hungry for Happiness Certification Program lecture where I talked about leveling up to be the best you, getting unstuck from what's holding you back and how to manifest literally ANYTHING you desire. I shared why you should be operating from your "why" and why you shouldn't avoid triggers. I dive into some of the best tips for making that transition from corporate to entrepreneurship including why you should embody the person you want to be now and the importance of visualizing rather than focusing on the reality of what is happening currently in your life. Inside this episode: A snippet into a Hungry for Happiness Certification Program lecture Asking yourself where you're running away when you should be leaning in Establishing an element of excellence in everything you do Transitioning from corporate to entrepreneurship Why support is necessary for success Embodying who you want to be in the future NOW Staying in the art of visualization rather than the reality of what is How Samantha manifested her current business success Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

With the constant hustle and bustle of life, it's hard to remember sometimes just how important it is to stop and rest. Today's guest, Rosie Acosta, a yoga and meditation teacher shares why we need sleep for our mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. She shares about the practice of Yoga Nidra and what this type of yoga could do for you. We discuss everything from how you can create change through the use of deep breaths and how our minds are constantly focusing on "what's better." About Rosie Acosta: Rosie Acosta is a Yoga & Meditation Teacher and a Teacher Trainer. Certified Nutritionist + Life Coach and Founder of Radically Loved Yoga Health and Wellness. Rosie Acosta has used her expertise as a Yoga + Meditation teacher to work with NFL Champions, NBA All-Stars, Olympic Athletes, as well as students in her community and as a volunteer with At Risk Youth and Afghanistan Veterans. Inside this episode, Rosie shares: How being outside makes Rosie feel most alive Integrating yoga and movement into her life and how this has transformed her How our sleep has an impact on our life, emotions and health What Yoga Nidra is and how it can impact you Creating change in your life through a state of deep breaths How our mind constantly wants to progress and think about "what's better" You can find more about Rosie at: Website | Facebook | Instagram Links: Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Busy Moms Stress Less, Accomplish More: Meditation for Extraordinary Performance Yoga Nidra Certification Program Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

Today I am joined by Stefanie Gass, a podcaster who helps to empower, educate and transform mompreneurs. We dive into the "lack mindset" that many fall victim to and how this keeps us from choosing fulfillment. She shares why you should own and express yourself fully and why you need to get yourself in alignment with the end goal. About Stefanie Gass: Stefanie Gass is the host and creator of The Mompreneur Mastermind Show Podcast and Podcast Pro University. Fueled by iced coffee, oversized lounge clothes, mom buns, and snuggles from her littles… she is a wife and mama on a mission. Stefʼs call is empowering women through faith-based business and balance mentorship, to step into their potential, and claim the success and happiness they deserve. Inside this episode, Stefanie shares: The "lack mindset" and the beliefs that we have that keep us from choosing fulfillment Getting yourself in alignment with the end goal Excuses that people make to stop themselves from doing what they want How much of a disservice not expressing yourself is Changing the narrative around being a mom Creating the boundaries you need and eliminating guilt You can find more about Stefanie at: Website | Instagram | Podcast Links: Pays to be Brave Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

In this episode, I am joined by Geneen Roth. Geneen has had such a profound impact on my own life through her books. Her book Women Food and God was life-changing for me and it had a huge effect over me being able to overcome emotional eating and my battles with food and body. She shares why you should focus on what's not wrong, rather than what is and why you should turn toward yourself when something difficult happens. We discuss stopping shame and guilt in its tracks and the pressure that we see from the body positive movement. About Geneen Roth: For over thirty years, Geneen has worked with hundreds of thousands of people, helping them transform difficult relationships with food and so much more. She is the author of ten books, including the NYT bestsellers Women Food and God, Lost and Found, When Food Is Love and her newest, This Messy Magnificent Life. Geneen has appeared on: Super Soul Sunday, The Oprah Show, 20/20, The View, The Today Show, and Good Morning America. Inside this episode, Geneen shares: Why people struggle to look deeper than their relationship with food Why you should stop focusing on what's wrong and instead focus on what's not wrong Turning toward yourself not away from yourself when something difficult happens Stopping shame and guilt in their tracks Why you should avoid leading with your wounds The pressure that comes from the body positive movement How to stop hiding and live your life fully You can find more about Geneen at: Website | Facebook | Instagram Links: Certification Program Women Food and God: An Unexpected Path to Almost Everything This Messy Magnificent Life: A Field Guide Retreats Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

We're doing things a little bit differently today… In this episode, I am joined by Angie Lee who flips the script of the podcast and interviews me. We chat about managing your anxiety as an entrepreneur and how to change your relationship with anxiety. We dove into some of the best hacks you can use to help manage your anxiety. Finally, I share a breathwork exercise that you can use to help manage your anxiety and regulate your nervous system. About Angie Lee: Angie Lee is a wellness influencer, serial entrepreneur, 7 figure digital & physical product creator, top 100 ranked podcaster, speaker, and 7-figure marketing guru. Inside this episode, Samantha shares: What our anxiety is trying to teach us Shifting from constant state of worry into wonder Daily hacks to help release anxiety Release suppressed emotions through the most powerful tool we have, our breath Developing and strengthening pathways to help our body heal You can find more about Angie at: Website | Instagram | Facebook Links: Soul CBD Pays to Be Brave Certification Program Facilitator Training Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

Today I brought on one of my dearest friends, Mark Groves to hear all that he has to say about relationships and human connection. This episode is long overdue and I can't wait for you to hear everything that he shared. Mark definitely knows his stuff when it comes to relationships and is a beacon of light and guidance when it comes to navigating the ups and downs of relationships. He explained how your partner can have an effect on your nervous system and how to decipher your vulnerability cycles as a couple. He also dropped some truth bombs on choosing to be with someone based on who they currently are, rather than their potential. About Mark Groves: Mark Groves is a Human Connection Specialist – an emotional translator, writer, speaker and coach. My clients range from businesses and leaders, to couples and individuals. I help each person understand their emotional matrix by mastering themselves through their words. I take what you think you want, find out what you really want, and give you the tools to achieve your goals. Inside this episode, Mark shares: Feeling safe and chosen by your partner and how this affects your nervous system Why you should avoid falling in love with someone's potential Choosing to be with someone based on who they currently are Being true to yourself while in relationships Finding your vulnerability cycles as a couple Why we form relationship patterns to prevent ourselves from getting hurt How our attachment styles come to fruition in relationships and friendships You can find more about Mark at: Website | Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!

I'm bringing it back to where we started. When I first started my podcast I had so many episodes around the issues that many people face with food and body and I wanted to circle back to some that had been on my mind recently. Today I am talking about emotional eating and the three things that it's teaching you. I share why your relationship to food is a blessing and being compassionate toward yourself when healing your relationship with food. This episode will help you to discover how to feel both pain and joy at the same time and effectively move through what you're feeling. Inside this episode: My journey of starting Hungry for Happiness Why so many people use food as a drug Why your relationship with food is a blessing The top three things that your emotional eating is teaching you How to feel the pain and experience joy at the same time Getting clear on what you actually need when you turn to food Discovering how to move through things effectively and what needs to be healed inside of you Check out our Hungry for Happiness community for more details, programs, and tips on how to thrive as a wellness coach! Website | Samantha's Instagram | HFH Instagram | Facebook | Book | Certification Program The Hungry for Happiness podcast combines personal development, deep conversations, and comedy to shake up the way you connect with yourself and the world. Be sure to subscribe on iTunes so you don't miss an episode!