My guest today is licensed therapist, Erica Zisman, who is also the creator behind @therapywitherica. Erica and I sat down to talk about anxiety, with a focus on the uptick of anxiety specifically in children and young adults. We discussed: defining anxiety and how it can manifest the recent increase in anxiety and possible reasons behind its risehow anxiety presents differently in children versus adults common mistakes that parents make with anxious childrenhow parents can support their children and teens struggling with anxiety differences between internal and external perfectionism and what it means to be "high functioning"nervous system regulation, breathwork, and daily practices we can apply to reduce worryingErica kept it real and jargon-free, and I appreciated her practical and thoughtful approach to anxiety and emotional health.  If you are seeking more information and parenting support, reach out to Erica on IG: @therapywitherica**SPECIAL PROMO: check out Erica's incredible, self-guided course: Anxious Kids 101Erica is offering a 20% off promo code to Reasons to Be Happy listeners! Code: HAPPY20Find me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

This episode is for anyone who wants to attract more financial abundance into their lives. I sat down with Kat Cozadd, a money and manifestation coach, who talks us through all the ways we attract or potentially repel money.  (hint: it's usually never about the money itself) Kat shares common limiting beliefs around money and ways to dig into our money mindset. In our conversation, she provides manifestation tips and tricks that will add value to your life and your bank accounts. Learn more about Kat by following her on socials:IG: @katcozaddcoachingTikTok: @katcozaddmanifestsFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

Welcome back to season two of the podcast! It's been a while (5 months!) since my last episode, and I start this one by sharing why I needed a break from recording. This episode is the perfect kickstart to the new season as I sit down with certified life coach, Kerry Rasenberger, to discuss the ins and outs of self-love.  On top of being full of wisdom, Kerry has a huge following on social media as she posts powerful, mic-drop posts every day. Kerry drops a ton of knowledge on how to find happiness through self-love. She breaks down the differences between self-worth, self-love, self-esteem, and self-compassion.  She talks about cutting toxic people out of your life, setting healthy boundaries, quieting the inner critic, and talking to yourself like you talk to your best friend. If you want to get better at asserting yourself to lead a more peaceful, fulfilling life, definitely tune in to this episode.  Follow Kerry on Instagram: @kerrylifecoachKerry's website: https://www.kerryrasenberger.com/Find me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

This episode was so much fun to record as I caught up with my former coworker, turned friend, Jaime Combatti. Jaime and I taught Kindergarten together for several years and the bond between co-teachers is like no other. In addition to being a Director of a preschool, Jaime is a mindset coach and hosts the Pineapple Table Podcast. Jaime and I sat down to talk about burnout, with a special focus on teacher burnout since the two of us have experience being classroom teachers and know how fulfilling yet exhausting the profession can be. We chatted about ways to identify burnout within ourselves, strategies to prevent and manage it, and why burnout is a real issue with some concerning consequences. Find Jaime on Instagram: @lotusmindsetListen to the Pineapple Table Podcast on Apple and Spotify (@thepineappletable)Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

You might remember today's guest as the author of the viral 2022 Psychology Today article, “What’s Behind the Rise of Lonely, Single Men." Written by Dr. Greg Matos, the article received a lot of attention, especially from some angry men. So, who is Dr. Greg? He is a board-certified couple and family psychologist based in California. Dr. Greg has an interesting background as he was trained as a military psychologist in the US Navy. In 2021, he founded A Better Love Project, an educational charity that shares relationship science and practical dating and relationship tips. In our conversation, we got into a lot of juicy topics like why many women today are choosing to be single or if they are dating, how they’ve raised their standards, and are much more selective in who they date. We also talked about the increase in situationships, and why some guys are more interested in casual flings vs. long-term, committed relationships. What I found interesting was that some guys prefer casual hookups yet there's a loneliness epidemic, in which a lot of men struggle with feelings of isolation. It would seem to me that hookup culture doesn’t necessarily promote real connection or mitigate feelings of loneliness. Even though it's contradictory, it's what a lot of people are experiencing today. This episode packs a lot of food for thought. Enjoy!Xo Paula Links and Resources: What's Behind the Rise of Lonely, Single Men:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-state-our-unions/202208/whats-behind-the-rise-lonely-single-menA Better Love Project Website:  https://www.abetterloveproject.org/Follow Dr. Greg on TikTok and Instagram: @abetterloveprojectFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

This episode is packed to the brim with valuable info about gut health. I chatted with registered dietitian, Jillian Smith, who is also the lead dietitian for Gut Personal and the Gut Fix, where she helps women restore optimal health through personalized coaching and lab testing.As a functional dietitian specializing in gut health, Jillian empowers women to stop guessing and get to the root of their gut symptoms. Jillian struggled with her own gut issues, so she has the ability to truly understand what her clients are going through and how to heal from stomach troubles for good. Jillian dropped SO much knowledge on all things related to gut health, including why women struggle with tummy troubles more than men, how to resolve bloating, the link between gut health and the mind, certain foods to incorporate into your diet, and what supplements to have. Side note: I started taking Gut Personal's Miracle Worker magnesium supplement, and I’ve been LOVING its benefits. I recently learned how important magnesium is for our health because of its connection to digestion and mood, and how many of us are likely deficient in the mineral.  An extra perk with the Miracle Worker is the powder can be mixed into water and it has a yummy, subtle strawberry flavor so it'll get you drinking more water too! I highly recommend trying out the Miracle Worker by clicking on the link below: https://collabs.shop/nee4wn**Use my code HAPPY10 for a discount on your order. Learn more about Gut Personal and Jillian by connecting with them on Instagram:@gut.personal@jilliansmith.rdXo Paula Find me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

*50th EPISODE!!*My conversation with Nora flew by as we got into so many different topics. Nora is a tarot reader and astrologer who is studying Vedic astrology in India. It was fascinating to learn about natal charts, how much weight to put on zodiac compatibility, and the differences between Western astrology and Vedic astrology. We also got into other topics like dating pet peeves, marriage, and egg freezing, plus how life in India compares to the US (we definitely covered a lot of ground!).  Nora is authentic and down-to-earth, and I appreciated listening to her explain astrology in a digestible way. Be sure to give Nora a follow (@norzyboo) for all the astrology, spirituality, and India content. Enjoy!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

In this episode, I sit down with Kaitlin Stephens, a clinical counselor and coach based in Canada, who works with clients all over the world. Kaitlin focuses on relational health, to self and to others. She supports people undergoing life transitions and guides them through blind spots and traumas. Kaitlin’s intention is to help her clients fall in love with their life and SELF again, strengthen their connections, uncover their truth, and encourage them to be their fully expressed, authentic selves. We had a beautiful conversation about so many different things such as the beauty of breakups, how to regulate our nervous system, attracting people that are good for our nervous system, expressing needs, and how to recognize when our inner child or the more underdeveloped part of ourselves is hijacking our perspective. We discussed self-trust and how she’s seeing a lot more people have awakenings since the pandemic, and what that can lead to. It’s a value-packed episode, and I know it left a lot for me to think about and I imagine it will for you, too.Be sure to check out Kaitlin (@kaitlincounselling) for more of her sage insights. Enjoy! Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

I thoroughly enjoyed my conversation with Katie, and I guarantee you will, too. Katie Bryne is a UK-based coach who works with women over the age of 35 to attract healthy, lasting love into their lives. Katie opened up about her self-growth journey and meeting her husband at the age of 39. At the age of 44 now, Katie and her husband have built a beautiful family with 3 children. It was so refreshing to hear her story. Katie spoke about the self-love and inner joy she cultivated along the way, and how important mindset is when dating. Katie talked about her pregnancies and motherhood in her early 40s. Her realness and positivity radiated through our chat. It was wonderful learning more about the work she does to coach women 35+ and how she helps them develop productive approaches to dating. Be sure to follow Katie on IG (@katiebyrne_) and TikTok (@katie_byrne_coaching) to learn more about her and her work. Enjoy!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

Today I talk about my personal development hangover. As much as I strive towards growth, I've become bored with the self-improvement content. I'm feeling indifferent toward the never-ending messages on striving toward self-growth. Instead, I want to focus on being accepting and grateful for the person I am today. In this solo, I offer a few tips I've tried to adopt to take a step back from the self-improvement world.  To be fair, I know I'll probably get back into it soon enough, but for now, I want to just be. Enjoy!Xo Paula Find me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

In this solo episode, I share 3 ways to raise your vibration. I talk about what a ~vibe~ is and why having a high vibration is beneficial. These 3 strategies have made a beneficial impact on my mood, energy, and outlook, and they can be implemented immediately. If you have other tips for maintaining a high frequency, let me know by sending me a DM. I'd love to hear what works for you!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

I am joined by a return guest, and now friend, Yusur (@yogawithyusur), a certified yoga instructor based in Dubai and London. Yusur has a beautiful outlook on life and brings a genuine and gentle energy to those around her.  Today’s topic was centered around the concept of busyness: what it means and how it’s subjective and individualized person-to-person.  We discussed how busy lifestyles affect us differently, either bringing out the best or worst in us, and how essential self-care is to our busy lifestyles. Lastly, Yusur shared some tips about how people around the world slow down and incorporate mindfulness and peace into their daily lives.  As always with Yusur, our conversation flowed, and we touched on a bunch of other areas as well. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed chatting with Yusur.Xo PaulaReferences:"6 Things People Do Around the World to Slow Down"Find me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

Today I'm talking about being a girl’s girl. I discuss what it means to be a girl's girl and the benefits of being one.  I also share 3 ways to be a confident woman who supports other women. Also, if you’re a man listening, this might not be something you’re all that interested in. However, I do think there's relevancy to be found, like when I chat about avoiding the comparison trap and the value of same-gender friendships. Enjoy! Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

This episode was inspired by a recent conversation between my sister and me where we were discussing the difference between being vulnerable and oversharing. In today's episode, I break down the differences between the two, and how to decide when to openly share with people. The takeaway is that not everyone needs to know everything about us. In some cases, it's best to be careful with getting vulnerable because of the company we're in.  Not everyone in our life is going to be receptive to our vulnerability. It's entirely possible to be an authentic person while still maintaining a sense of privacy.If you relate to this topic, please feel free to message me on Instagram. I'd love to hear your thoughts!Have a lovely week!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

Welcome back! I recorded a solo on the 20 dating truths I've learned over the years. These are truths I wish I'd known earlier so hopefully, they help others who are in the dating trenches.If you have any more dating tidbits and lessons, please let me know by messaging me on Instagram (@reasonstobehappythepodacst). If you enjoyed this type of content, please add a positive review to Apple Podcasts or a rating on Spotify. This feedback helps me know what you'd like to hear more of. Thanks for tuning in this week, and I hope you keep finding your reasons to be happy.Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

I am joined today by content creator, mindset coach, and law of attraction advocate, Lesh Zareba. Lesh and I sat down to talk about self-worth, finding purpose, and dating from the male perspective. He shared his wisdom about breaking through negativity, the hard periods of time he dealt with, and the lessons learned. I enjoyed the topics he spoke about, especially coming from a man’s point of view. It showed me that regardless of gender, a lot of us are going through similar challenges and experiences and that much of our suffering can be remedied by knowing ourselves, following whatever brings us joy and setting boundaries. One takeaway I appreciated was Lesh's reminder of the importance of being accountable to ourselves.  In our conversation, Lesh explained how people expect a lot from those they date, but do we cultivate those same qualities in ourselves first? We also discussed a recent trend on TikTok about finding and dating "high value" people and what that means to Lesh, compared to what content creators promote. Our conversation left me with some points to reflect on. Be sure to check out Lesh's feel-good content on Instagram and TikTok: @leshzareba Thanks for listening and have a fantastic week!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

*Vulnerable episode alert* I want to chat about a topic I've been thinking about recently, and that is the current disconnect between women and men. We can find it in social media, pop culture, major news networks, and even our political and economic infrastructure. From what I can see, women and men seem to be having more difficulty understanding each other's perspectives. (Of course, this doesn't apply to everyone, I'm speaking generally)I feel both genders could benefit from more empathy, listening, and getting curious about each other's points of view right now. :)Listen and let me know if this resonates. Feel free to DM me at @reasonstobehappythepodcast. I'd love to hear other people's thoughts on this subject. Have a great week!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

My guest, Aisling Grantham, is such a gem. As a certified meditation teacher with the most calming energy, she was able to de-mystify mindfulness and explain this concept in a digestible way.After chatting with Aisling, I felt more relaxed, clear-headed, and knowledgeable about how to integrate mindful moments into my day-to-day. Our conversation touched on many topics including the beginner's guide to meditating, the 4 types of responses people have to stress and fear, and the effects of including mindful moments into your workday. Aisling's specialty is practicing mindfulness at our jobs. She explained many of the benefits of incorporating mindfulness at work, including improving performance, relationships with colleagues, and overall mood. Aisling also helped me realize that mindfulness doesn't have to be a lengthy or glamorous activity. Overall, it was such an enlightening chat, and I am excited for others to learn more about this topic in a down-to-earth and understandable way. If you enjoy this episode or any others, please do me a favor and write a positive review. It’s a small request with a huge impact and I’d really appreciate it!Also, be sure to let me know what you took from the episode and how your mindfulness and meditation practice is going. I’d love to connect over this subject so DM me on Instagram (@reasonstobehappythepodcast). Lastly, learn more about Aisling (@mellow_mindfulness on IG) and visit her website:  www.mellowmindfulness.co.uk/Have a peaceful week!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

My guest, Leeza, and I are talking about manifesting, vision boards, and calling in healthy love in the new year. Leeza is the host and founder of the Rant & Release circles in our city of Boston, which is an opportunity for women to gather, talk, and bond. In the post-COVID world where a lot of people are working from home and feeling isolated, these circles couldn’t come at a better time; as we know, connections are a huge part of living satisfying, happy lives. In our conversation, Leeza and I chat about her personal take on manifesting, how to make a vision board, and Leeza's podcast, Leeza Rants. Leeza recommended an IG account (@tobemagnetic) that focuses on neural manifestation, which I thought was intriguing. Another topic that comes up is the dating scene in Boston. Instead of commiserating with me (hehe), Leeza shares an optimistic outlook on attracting love and developing a healthy partnership, which I truly needed to hear. Be sure to follow Leeza on Instagram (@leezarants). Enjoy! Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast

Have you ever wondered what angel numbers mean? Then this episode is for you. My guest, Novalee Wilder, is a professional numerologist and published author. Novalee has studied numerology for years after developing a deep interest in it. She has a wealth of knowledge about all things related to numerology, including its history, meaning, and how to use numbers to guide us. She also teaches numerology at the Numerology School, which she founded, and she offers 1:1 sessions and trainings. Essentially, she’s a guru in numerology, and I was thrilled to have her come on and teach us more about it.It’s a fascinating topic and be sure to listen until the end because Novalee shares what the numbers are telling us to expect in 2023. Happy New Year!Xo PaulaFind me on Instagram: @reasonstobehappythepodcast