Happiness in Progress

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

If you want to go from surviving to thriving, this episode is for you! We're going to talk about how to gain clarity on who you want to be, what you want to do and where you belong. Today's guest is Steve Magness. Steve is the author of the new book, Win the Inside Game. In this book and conversation, Steve draws from his experience as an Olympic coach, a consultant and leading expert on performance. We talk about his experience as a whistleblower and how he was able to come out of that chaos. His blueprint for success doesn't only rely on your career and success. Instead, it relies on fulfillment. We're also going to talk about: - What survival mode feels like - Easy steps to get out of survial mode - How to stop predicting doom Let's get to it! Links: Get Steve's book Chat with me on Instagram Watch on Youtube

What happens when your identity is built on your voice—and then you lose it? In this powerful episode, we're joined by Greta Morgan, a celebrated songwriter, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist known for performing with Springtime Carnivore, Gold Motel, and The Hush Sound, and performing with artists like Vampire Weekend and Jenny Lewis. She is the author of the new book, The Lost Voice. Greta opens up about the disorienting experience of losing her identity as a singer due to long Covid, and how that loss became an unexpected invitation to redefine who she is. We talk about: What it felt like to lose her voice. How she navigated suicidal thoughts. How she was able to move forward after the devastating diagnosis. The healing work that helped her become whole again and redefine her identity. This conversation is a moving exploration of redefining identity, creativity as a path to healing, and finding meaning in life after everything changes. Greta shares what she's gained—spiritually, emotionally, and creatively—through surrendering the career that once defined her. CONNECT WITH GRETA: Buy The Lost Voice or buy it for your Kindle Instagram CONNECT WITH DANIELLE Buy the HIP Habits Workbook Facebook Instagram Website

"Although we may not remember what happned, the nervous system remembers how it felt." - Britt Piper Brittany Piper is an internationally renowned speaker, author, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, author of Body-First Healing: A Revolutionary Guide to Nervous System Recovery and expert in sexual violence prevention and trauma-informed care. Over the past 13 years, she has delivered more than 400 programs across three continents. Her work has been recognized by the U.S. Army, the Department of Justice, the Laura Bush Institute for Women's Health, Cosmopolitan, Elite Daily, and others. As a rape survivor and leading advocate on sexual violence prevention, Brittany speaks to tens of thousands each year. She is also a forensic neurobiology expert, conducting trauma-informed trainings with the U.S. Army and Sex Crimes Detectives. Creator of @healwithbritt and founder of the internationally acclaimed Body-First Healing Program, Brittany continues to inspire and lead in the field of trauma recovery. In this conversation we talk about the basics; what is somatic experiencing and what is trauma. We also talk about: - How to learn to live with trauma. - How our nervous sytems become unregulated and what to do moving forward. - An easy practice to begin healing. CONNECT WITH BRITT: Buy Body-First Healing Instagram CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: Buy the HIP Habits Workbook Facebook Instagram Website

Mory is a sought-after Intuitive Life & Leadership coach and the Founder of Eight22 Group, a consultancy that helps organizations elevate their consciousness. After a notable career as a crisis manager for Fortune 500 companies, Mory realized many leaders fail because they are disconnected from their intuition and purpose. As an Intuitive Coach, Mory guides C-suite leaders, performers and other public personalities, to reconnect with their inner wisdom to successfully navigate change, challenges and growth. Her work is essential today to help move our society away from divisiveness and toward empathy, empowerment and unity. Her first book is Higher Self: Reclaiming the Power of your Intuition. In Mory's second visit on the Happiness in Progress podcast, we talk about how to reconnect with your higher self. Plus: How to differentiate between anxiety and your intuition. How to recognize our higher self. What happens when we cling to control and how to loosen the grip. And so much more! Show resources: Mory's meditations Happiness in Progress #164 Finding Your Passion and Purpose feat. Mory Fontanez Connect with Mory: Website Instagram Connect with Danielle: Buy the HIP Habits Workbook​ Facebook Instagram​ Website

In this episode, Danielle sits down with Stephanie Barron Hall - an Enneagram expert and author of the new book, Enneagram in Real Life. Danielle and Stephanie talk about how the powerful tool of the Enneagram has the potential to transform our relationships and communication. In this episode, you'll learn: What the Enneagram is. A breakdown of all nine Enneagram types, focusing on their motivations, fears, and growth areas. Stephanie describes these by motivations, rather than behaviors. How understanding your own and others' Enneagram types can improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen connections. Why curiosity is key to preventing miscommunication and fostering better relationships. Real-life applications of the Enneagram, from professional settings to personal relationships. Stephanie shares her insights from interviewing individuals across different Enneagram types and provides practical tips for leveraging this tool for self-discovery and meaningful connection. Connect with Stephanie Get Enneagram in Real Life Instagram Find your type tool Connect with Danielle Buy the HIP Habits Workbook​ Facebook Instagram​ Website

This week on Happiness in Progress, I had the privilege of sitting down with Jordan Pickell to dive into a topic that resonates deeply during the holiday season—boundaries. Jordan is a trauma and relationship therapist. She helps people use self-exploration and boundaries to disrupt generaitonal patterns. She also hosts a holiday boundaries workshop, which you can access here. Here's what we talked about: Why family gatherings can feel so triggering: From reverting to old roles to managing relational power dynamics. Preparation before stepping into challenging environments: Tools for grounding yourself, setting intentions, and pre-emptively managing boundaries. Effective communication strategies: From handling uncomfortable questions to addressing triggering behaviors with grace and assertiveness. Redefining traditions: Breaking free from guilt-driven participation and creating new rituals that resonate with you and your family. The importance of self-worth and boundaries: Why prioritizing your needs is not only okay but necessary for your well-being. Handling the aftermath of setting boundaries: Managing others' emotions without taking responsibility for their feelings. Finding humor and compassion: Viewing family dynamics through a lens of grace and lightheartedness. Jordan also shared about her Holiday Boundaries Workshop, a valuable resource for anyone wanting to feel more empowered this season. This conversation is filled with practical tools, empathetic insights, and relatable anecdotes that will leave you feeling both seen and equipped for the holidays. To hear all the gems Jordan shared, be sure to tune in to the full episode of Happiness in Progress. Mentioned in this episode Holiday Boundaries Workshop Connect with Jordan Instagram Connect with Danielle Buy the HIP Habits Workbook​ Facebook Instagram Twitter​ Website

This week on the Happiness in Progress podcast, Danielle Craig sits down with Brooke DeBoer—author of Living the Free Life and life coach—to discuss her transformative journey of healing from bullying and traumatic relationships. Brooke opens up about the challenges she faced and the steps she took to reconnect with her inner voice and find freedom. In This Episode, Brooke Shares: How bullying shaped her self-image and relationships. The impact of traumatic relationships on her sense of self-worth. Her process of healing through boundaries, reflection, and reconnecting with her inner voice. Practical steps to define core values and create a life of freedom. "Freedom is being the person I was created to be, not the person everyone else tried to define me as," Brooke says. Listen to the full conversation for actionable insights on healing from past pain and creating an authentic, joyful life. Show notes HIP Episode #109 Brooke DeBoer Connect with Brooke Buy Living the Free Life Instagram Connect with Danielle Buy the HIP Habits Workbook​ Facebook Instagram Twitter​ Website