In this episode of Happiness Happens, I pop in after a brief hiatus to share a few personal updates and big changes. I open up about her journey of living alone for the first time, creating a dog sitting business, and Airbnb-ing my house, which has finally taken a toll on my creativity.

I share with you the direction of my content and a mini rebrand of the podcast set for the fall. Please stay connected with us on here (don't unsubscribe!!), via Instagram and through our free guide called the Happiness Hub. I promise to return with even more meaningful conversations and helpful notes about impactful life transitions.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

01:20 Life Changes and Challenges

02:01 Creative Struggles and Hiatus

02:48 Rebranding and Future Plans

03:28 Stay Connected and Conclusion

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In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Alysson Bourque, a former teacher and lawyer turned full-time author. We get into Alysson’s children's book series, The Alycat Series, specifically focusing on the latest release, 'Alycat and the Sunday Scaries.'

This series aims to help children navigate life's challenges, with actionable tips that are also beneficial for adults. She shares her personal journey of transitioning from law to writing, overcoming numerous rejections, and the importance of finding small, attainable goals to foster happiness. Our discussion also highlights the significance of gratitude, flexibility, and the creation of personal happiness, even in less-than-ideal circumstances. Alysson offers advice for combating the Sunday Scaries and emphasizes the value of bravery in the face of fear.

We’ll touch on:

• 00:00 Intro

• 02:11 What does happiness mean to you

• 03:21 Alycat and the Sunday Scaries

• 04:22 Why we get the Sunday Scaries

• 05:48 Her routine change to help her fear

• 09:31 Why was it important to write this for kids

• 10:27 Where she drew inspiration from

• 12:19 How have these books influenced her children

• 14:06 A lesson in standing out and being different, and receiving rejection while continuing on

• 17:19 Pivots in life and stepping into the next thing

• 18:32 Sneak Peek into next book

• 20:01 How to create a little more happiness in your day, every day, starting today

Resources:

• Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources

• Happiness Guide: https://www.simonacostantini.com/happiness-guide

Connect with Alysson

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/expoundpublicity

• https://expoundpublicity.com/

Connect with Simona

• www.instagram.com/simona__costantini

• www.instagram.com/volt.productions

• www.instagram.com/happinesshappenspodcast

• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXtOxOAuXxW7c5cYKdAEfWg

How do we age differently? In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Yvonne Marchese, podcaster and creator of Late Bloomer Living, to discuss the different perspectives on aging.

Together, we challenge societal norms that emphasize the need to stay perpetually young and reflect on Yvonne's personal journey through her 30s and 40s, including career changes, motherhood, and self-discovery.

Yvonne shares insights on finding happiness through curiosity, embracing playfulness, and letting go of ageist mindsets. They also touch upon the impact of social media on beauty standards and the importance of maintaining a hopeful outlook towards the future. Our episode concludes with practical advice for integrating more joy and personal fulfillment into daily life.

We’ll touch on:

• 00:00 Intro

• 01:50 Diving Into the Conversation: Yvonne's Journey

• 03:03 The Shift in Perspective: Aging and Identity

• 04:52 Exploring Happiness and Curiosity

• 08:50 Finding Joy in the Mundane and Making Time for Play

• 09:35 Late Bloomer Living: The Podcast and Its Mission

• 09:44 Confronting Societal Views on Aging

• 12:07 Personal Reflections on Aging and Beauty Standards

• 13:59 Embracing Change and Overcoming Ageism

• 19:41 Advice for Living a Joyful, Ageless Life

• 26:19 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Yvonne

Resources:

• Podcast Resources: https://www.simonacostantini.com/resources

• Happiness Guide: https://www.simonacostantini.com/happiness-guide

Connect with Yvonne

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/latebloomerliving

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latebloomerliving/

• https://www.latebloomerliving.com/

Connect with Simona

• www.instagram.com/simona__costantini

• www.instagram.com/volt.productions

• www.instagram.com/happinesshappenspodcast

• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXtOxOAuXxW7c5cYKdAEfWg...