Happiness through Hardship Caryn Sullivan
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Filled with heartfelt stories designed to light you up, Happiness Through Hardship - The Podcast provides you with inspirational stories of hope intended to bring happiness to your day while guiding you through life’s hardships. Thought-leaders, authors, health and wellness experts will share their personal stories and suggestions with each Tuesday release. Hosted by Caryn Sullivan, founder of Pretty Wellness, two-time breast cancer survivor thriving with stage IV disease and author of the book "Happiness through Hardship."
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118. Katey McElroy: International Move Shapes Personal Growth and Perspectives
Where is the last place you traveled? Did you gain career advancement, personal growth, and/or cultural immersion? Today’s guest on “Happiness Through Hardship” - The Podcast experienced all of the above as she went through the process of moving from her home in Ireland to the United States. Marketing and digital platform genius, Katey McElroy, shares her story, triumphs, and tribulations in New York, navigating family life and the workforce in a place 3,000+ miles from home. Whether you’re thinking about this kind of adventure, or want to know how to handle your child who dreams to live far from home, today’s episode will teach you the ins and outs of hope and determination with obstacles especially a big move overseas.
SHOW NOTES
5:35 – Katey’s Journey
12:32 – Working Overseas
16:28 – Cultural Differences
19:55 – Career & Life Preparation
21:46 – Working With A Visa
26:05 – Navigating Job Searches
30:31 – Support Systems Cruciality
35:49 – Kids Moving Overseas
36:24 – Motivations For Choosing To Move
40:28 – Combating Loneliness
43:48 – The Grateful Game
EPISODE 87. Jennifer Niessen and Becky Tyler - Navigating Change and Culture with an International Move: https://on.soundcloud.com/TNSmXjMkrXEruxkR6
CONNECT with us
Website: www.CarynSullivan.com/podcast
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/prettywellness
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
To Buy the Book: “Happiness through Hardship” - The Book:
https://a.co/d/igHJmCZ
To Donate a Book to a Cancer Center:
www.CarynSullivan.com/book
To Donate to Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Research:
The Cancer Couch Foundation is a privately funded, non-profit (501c3) organization that has funded $5 million dollars in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research since our founding in 2016! 100% of donations and event proceeds are matched and go to fund MBC research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center!
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117. Colleen O'Neill Mulvihill: Wellness Wanderlust: Healthy Travel & Adventures
Ready to rejuvenate without breaking the bank? Join us on this episode of “Happiness Through Hardship” - The Podcast as we dive into the world of wellness travel with seasoned explorer and advocate for mindful living, Colleen O’Neill Mulvihill. As a firefighter turned holistic health expert, she shares her wealth of knowledge on how to harness the healing powers of travel. From rejuvenating staycations to immersive nature escapes, Colleen offers invaluable tips and strategies for listeners seeking to recharge, refresh, and rediscover well-being through travel.
TIME CODES
1:50 – Colleen’s Journey
5:50 – A Wake-Up Call: Rheumatoid Arthritis
10:15 – Wellness Traveling
13:06 – Niche Retreats
16:08 – Customizing Wellness Trips
19:30 – Family Connection Vacations
23:02 – Traveling On A Budget
26:18 – Healing In Nature
27:13 – Simple Wellness Breaks
30:27 – Healthy Vacation Choices
34:03 – The Grateful Game
SHOW NOTES
Top 5 Cutting-Edge Wellness Retreats For 2024
https://holistichealthtraveler.com/home%2Fblog/f/top-5-cutting-edge-wellness-retreat-trends-for-2024
New Mexico EquiYoga Wellness Trip:
https://www.tripaneer.com/enchantment-equitreks/5-days-equi-yoga-and-horse-riding-holiday-in-santa-fe-area-usa?aid=8721
Nepal Cycling Trip:
https://www.tripaneer.com/thrill-nepal/5-days-epic-bike-tour-in-nepal?aid=8721
Hawaii 5-Day Grief Support Retreat With Yoga Therapy:
https://www.tripaneer.com/thriving-lotus-llc/5-day-rebirth-grief-support-retreat-with-yoga-therapy-for-healing-grieving-hearts-in-maui-hawaii?aid=8721
Retreats With Samantha Harris
https://samantha-harris.com/your-healthiest-healthy-retreats/
Vermont Essex Resort & Spa
https://www.essexresort.com/
Find Camping Near You
https://www.hipcamp.com/en-US/camping-near-me
4-Day Family Ranch Getaway in Montana
https://www.tripaneer.com/dream-haven-guest-ranch/4-day-family-ranch-getaway-in-marion-montana?aid=8721
3-Day Family Nature Wellness Retreat in Tennessee
https://www.tripaneer.com/seven-springs-retreats/3-day-family-nature-wellness-retreat-in-maryville-tennessee?aid=8721
Overnight Cabin Stay and Horseback Riding in the Grand Canyon (Ages 9+)
https://www.tripaneer.com/grand-canyon-western-ranch/overnight-cabin-stay-with-sunset-horseback-ride-in-grand-canyon-arizona?aid=8721
CONNECT with Colleen
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/holistichealthtraveler
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holistichealthtraveler
Website: https://holistichealthtraveler.com/
CONNECT with us
Website: www.CarynSullivan.com/podcast
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/prettywellness
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
To Buy the Book: “Happiness through Hardship” - The Book:
https://a.co/d/igHJmCZ
To Donate a Book to a Cancer Center:
www.CarynSullivan.com/book
To Donate to Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Research:
The Cancer Couch Foundation is a privately funded, non-profit (501c3) organization that has funded $5 million dollars in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research since our founding in 2016! 100% of donations and event proceeds are matched and go to fund MBC research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center!
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116. Dr. Pooja Mahtani: Unlocking Optimal Health with Functional Medicine
Explore the depths of cellular health with us on this episode of "Happiness Through Hardship" - The Podcast! Our guest, Dr. Pooja Mahtani, a registered pharmacist, medical science liaison and integrative/functional nutritionist, shares invaluable insights. Whether you're combating chronic illness, navigating a diagnosis, or simply aiming for a healthier lifestyle, Dr. Mahtani offers practical tips garnered from her own health journey. Tune in to discover guidance on daily nutrition, essential vitamins, and supplements, and gain a fresh perspective on nurturing your body from within.
TIME CODES
2:22 – Functional Medicine
3:36 – Pooja’s Journey
5:28 – Nutritional Health
8:30 – Body Responses To Foods
11:58 – Foundational Changes (Blood Sugar Stability)
16:04 – Maintaining A Balanced Diet
18:17 – Balancing Nutrients
21:17 – Healthier Eating (Bagel Example)
24:14 – Navigating Supplements
28:15 – Magnesium & Vitamin D
30:06 – BodyBio
31:32 – Cellular Care
34:36 – Body Health: Tips & Tricks
37:17 – The Grateful Game
Phosphatidylcholine (PC) Supplement
https://bodybio.com/products/bodybio-pc-phosphatidylcholine
CONNECT with Pooja
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/poojamahtaniwellness/
Website: https://bodybio.com/
CONNECT with us
Website: www.CarynSullivan.com/podcast
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/prettywellness
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
To Buy the Book: “Happiness through Hardship” - The Book:
https://a.co/d/igHJmCZ
To Donate a Book to a Cancer Center:
www.CarynSullivan.com/book
To Donate to Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Research:
The Cancer Couch Foundation is a privately funded, non-profit (501c3) organization that has funded $5 million dollars in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research since our founding in 2016! 100% of donations and event proceeds are matched and go to fund MBC research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center!
www.thecancercouch.com/donations.html -
115. Dr. Sarah Silverman: Practical Techniques for Quality Sleep
Sleep issues? Toss and turn no more! Snuggle in tonight with this episode of “Happiness Through Hardship” - The Podcast with guest Dr. Sarah “Sleep” Silverman. Learn more about why you might not be sleeping well, what healthy sleep and bedtime habits look like, and what it means to truly be a “night owl” or “early bird.” As a holistic sleep specialist and insomnia expert, Dr. Sarah knows the key to revitalizing snooze. Between better sleep hygiene, embracing your nightly wakes, and exploring cognitive behavioral therapy for Insomnia, there are a ton of different ways to reclaim your nights and conquer the next day, rejuvenated and rested.
TIME CODES
3:34 – Healthy Sleep: 3x3 Rule
6:36 – Teenagers & Delayed Sleep Onset
11:40 – Tips For Better Sleep
14:26 – Night Owls vs Sleep Inertia
15:28 – Better Sleep Benefits
20:05 – Combating Sleep Issues
24:31 – Non-Medicinal Approaches
25:54 – Sleep Hygiene Behaviors
27:54 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia
33:50 – Dealing With Sleep Interruptions
35:56 – Tweaking Your Sleep Habits
42:34 – The Grateful Game
SHOW NOTES
True Dark Blue Light Glasses
https://amzn.to/48DydM5
Holistic Sleep Academy
https://www.drsarahsleep.com/online-sleep-courses
The Society Of Behavioral Sleep Medicine
https://www.behavioralsleep.org/
Behavioral Sleep Medicine Specialists
https://www.behavioralsleep.org/index.php/united-states-sbsm-members
Accredited Sleep Centers
https://sleepeducation.org/sleep-center/
American Academy Of Sleep Medicine
https://sleepeducation.org/
CONNECT with Sarah
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drsarahsleep
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahsleep/
Book a Free Phone Consultation - Website: https://www.drsarahsleep.com/
CONNECT with us
Website: www.CarynSullivan.com/podcast
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/prettywellness
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
To Buy the Book: “Happiness through Hardship” - The Book:
https://a.co/d/igHJmCZ
To Donate a Book to a Cancer Center:
www.CarynSullivan.com/book
To Donate to Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Research:
The Cancer Couch Foundation is a privately funded, non-profit (501c3) organization that has funded $5 million dollars in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research since our founding in 2016! 100% of donations and event proceeds are matched and go to fund MBC research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center!
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114. Mordechai Alvow: Beyond the Roots - Organic Hair and Self Care
Bad hair hardship: whether it’s just frizz or fearful toxins - hair issues can make us feel uncomfortable. On this episode of “Happiness Through Hardship” - The Podcast, world-renowned celebrity hairstylist and founder of YAROK hair and body products shares practical tips on how to take better care of your hair and body. We discuss the intersection of self-care, sustainable beauty, and a healthier planet. From learning tonics in his grandmother’s garden to operating his own salon in Manhattan in New York City, Mordechai has come far in founding his organic hair and body care business, YAROK. He's full of positive energy and has plenty of insight on the newest fashion trends and modern importance of individualism, as well.
TIME CODES
3:25 – The Importance Of Haircare
5:57 – Mordechai’s Journey To Organic Products
10:25 – Breaking Hair Care Routines
15:03 – Changing Modern Fashion & Hair
17:00 – Individualism & Changing Trends
19:53 – Going Back To Your Roots
22:39 – Haircare: Tips & Tricks
26:06 – The Grateful Game
SHOW NOTES
Website: https://yarokhair.com/
Feed Your Ends (Caryn’s favorite leave-in conditioner)
https://amzn.to/49NFJ8i
Feed Your Moisture (Caryn’s favorite hair masque)
https://yarokhair.com/products/feed-your-moisture-conditioning-masque
Feed Your Curls
https://yarokhair.com/products/feed-your-curls-defining-creme-styling-whip
Feed Your Roots
https://amzn.to/3ThnS4g
Caryn’s friend’s favorite shower filter
https://amzn.to/3IfkFeV
CONNECT with Mordechai
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YarokHair
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mordechaialvow/?hl=en
CONNECT with us
Website: www.CarynSullivan.com/podcast
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/prettywellness
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
To Buy the Book: “Happiness through Hardship” - The Book:
https://a.co/d/igHJmCZ
To Donate a Book to a Cancer Center:
www.CarynSullivan.com/book
To Donate to Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Research:
The Cancer Couch Foundation is a privately funded, non-profit (501c3) organization that has funded $5 million dollars in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research since our founding in 2016! 100% of donations and event proceeds are matched and go to fund MBC research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center!
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113. Stacey Lender: Guiding Lights: Mentorship for Personal, Professional and Passion Pursuits
Regardless of where we find ourselves in life, the guidance of a mentor is invaluable at every age. In this episode of "Happiness Through Hardship" - The Podcast, we dive into the significance of mentorship, both personally and professionally, with my lifelong mentor and dear friend, Stacey Lender. With her extensive experience as an entertainment marketing executive, author, and mother, Stacey embodies empowerment and wisdom. I'm thrilled to have her join us for a discussion on the impact of meaningful connections and mentorship relationships, regardless of the phase of life we're navigating.
TIME CODES
2:48 - What is a Mentor
5:30 - Stacey’s Career Journey
10:41 - How to Start Networking (at Any Age and Stage) When You Don’t Know Where to Begin
14:38 - Process of Writing her Novel: “City Mouse”
20:28 - Tips if you're looking to make a change - new hobby, new project, new idea, new chapter
27:30 - The benefit of “networking” for personal situations
37:15 - The Grateful Game
SHOW NOTES
“City Mouse”: A Novel by Stacey Lender
https://amzn.to/3OQmSBr
Crazy Sexy Cancer by Kris Carr
https://amzn.to/48t7qlr
Fashion Podcast Episodes With Laura McCarthy Claiborne:
Ep. 16: https://bit.ly/49IlWH1 and Ep. 71: https://bit.ly/3T4Ysqn
CONNECT with Stacey
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StaceyLenderAuthor/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/staceylender/
Website: https://www.staceylender.com/
CONNECT with us
Website: www.CarynSullivan.com/podcast
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/prettywellness
Facebook: www.Facebook.com/PrettyWellness
To Buy the Book: “Happiness through Hardship” - The Book:
https://a.co/d/igHJmCZ
To Donate a Book to a Cancer Center:
www.CarynSullivan.com/book
To Donate to Metastatic Breast Cancer (MBC) Research:
The Cancer Couch Foundation is a privately funded, non-profit (501c3) organization that has funded $5 million dollars in metastatic breast cancer (MBC) research since our founding in 2016! 100% of donations and event proceeds are matched and go to fund MBC research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center!
www.thecancercouch.com/donations.html
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