Are you tired of running a race you never signed up for?

In this episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness, host Marty Jalove sits down with wealth management expert Derek Hartmann to tackle the age-old trap of "Keeping Up with the Joneses." But let’s be real—the Joneses aren’t just next door anymore. They are in your pocket, on your feed, and living rent-free in your head.

Marty and Derek dive deep into why comparison is the thief of joy and how it bleeds into our bank accounts, our careers, and our peace of mind. From the financial quicksand of performative spending to the "imposter trap" at work, they unpack the high cost of chasing someone else’s definition of success.

But we aren't just serving up problems; we're bringing home the BACON. Marty breaks down his transformative 5-step framework to help you stop comparing and start living authentically:

• Baseline: Define what you actually want.
• Audit: Clean up your mental and digital inputs.
• Celebrate: Learn to find genuine joy in others' success.
• Own: Embrace your unique lane and journey.
• Nurture: Use gratitude as a shield against envy.

Tune in for a candid conversation filled with personal stories, financial wisdom, and the motivation you need to step off the treadmill of comparison. It’s time to find your own flavor of happiness.

Ready to sizzle with purpose? Hit play and let's get cooking!

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What can a Roman Emperor teach us about modern leadership? More than you might think.

In this kickoff episode of our 2026 "Legendary Leaders" series, Marty "Master Happiness" Jalove and his son, Nate, dive deep into the mind of the Philosopher King himself: Marcus Aurelius. Whether you're a seasoned executive or a young leader just starting your climb, the ancient wisdom of Stoicism holds the key to mastering your mindset in the boardroom.

Join this dynamic father-son duo as they bring home the BACON, applying our signature framework of Balance, Accountability, Compassion, Optimism, and Nurturing to the challenges of today's workplace.

Are you reacting to the storm, or finding stillness within it? Are you building a legacy, or just chasing a title?

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why "The Inner Citadel" is crucial for managing stress.
• How to "get curious before you get furious" with your team.
• The art of Amor Fati (loving your fate) and turning obstacles into opportunities.
• Why true leaders plant trees under whose shade they never expect to sit.

Tune in for the laughs, stay for the lessons, and discover how to lead with logic and love.

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Struggling with the emotional rollercoaster of the New Year? Learn how to find your balance between hope and anxiety in this episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness. Subscribe for more tips on living a happier life!

One minute you're filled with hope, the next you’re overwhelmed by pressure and the "post-holiday slump." What if you could navigate these feelings and turn them into fuel for an amazing year? Join host Marty Jalove and co-host Tiffany as they explore the complex emotions of a fresh start, from the excitement of new goals to the quiet moments of reflection. Discover how to look back with gratitude and forward with a solid plan.

In this episode, Marty introduces his signature BACON acronym, a memorable 5-step plan to help you build emotional resilience and actively create joy:

• B - Breathe and Be Present
• A - Acknowledge the Negative
• C - Choose Your Focus
• O - Operate with One Action
• N - Nurture the Positive

Stop letting the New Year happen to you and start making it work for you. Tune in for heartfelt stories, a lot of laughs, and the practical tools you need to make 2026 your best year yet.

Chapters:
0:00 - Welcome Back! The New Year Emotional Rollercoaster
5:25 - Celebrating the Past Year vs. The Coming Year
11:55 - The Twist on Gratitude: Finding Lessons in Negative Events
19:00 - The Happiness Worksheet: How to Find More Joy
28:50 - Looking at Your Past and Future Self
36:20 - Hope, Anticipation, Anxiety, and Pressure
46:30 - The BACON Plan for Emotional Balance
56:25 - Inspirational Quotes for a New Year

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