Ep 041: How to Create Safety in Your Life and Body

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Is it too late to be happy?

We all long for a life filled with joy, peace, and fulfillment. Deep down, we believe happiness should be an enduring part of our lives, no matter the challenges we face. Yet, as the years pass, we may wonder if life’s disappointments and missed chances mean we’ve run out of time to find happiness.

The truth is, it’s never too late to be happy.

The key lies in shifting how we view our lives and ourselves. It’s about embracing where you are right now and making a conscious decision to nurture joy, even in the smallest moments. Sometimes, that means letting go of the past and forgiving yourself for mistakes.

Happiness doesn’t require a perfect life or freedom from pain. It’s about finding moments of gratitude amid the chaos, embracing who you are today, and allowing yourself to grow in new directions. Happiness is still possible—right here, right now. All it takes is believing you deserve it and giving yourself permission to try.

I will share how embracing self-appreciation and gratitude can transform your journey to happiness. I’ll discuss how finding joy in the little moments and accepting where you are in life can shift your mindset. If you’re ready to embrace happiness, I’ve got some tips to help you get started. Tune in to learn how small shifts in perspective can create big changes and how to be kind to yourself along the way.

"We can pretend to be happy, but we can't truly be happy because we have rooted our happiness in conditions outside of our control."– Jennifer Arnise

Topics Covered:

(00:00:00) Episode Snippet

(00:02:22) Is it too late to be happy?

(00:05:30) Achieving happiness

(00:07:15) True happiness starts within

(00:09:00) Do I have a piss poor appreciation practice?

(00:10:00) “Maybe I can be happy” affirmation

(00:12:44) Reparenting: Let yourself be seen

(00:15:52) The lies of shame

(00:17:52) External approval won’t fulfill you

(00:19:40) How self-appreciation changes everything

(00:21:34) True value of happiness

Key Takeaways:

"We can pretend to be happy, but we can't truly be happy because we have rooted our happiness in conditions outside of our control."– Jennifer Arnise

"When you think you have nothing, appreciate the things you do have."– Jennifer Arnise

DISCLAIMER: I am not a licensed psychologist, medical doctor, or health care professional and my services do not replace the care of psychologists, doctors or other healthcare professionals. All opinions expressed here are my own. If you feel you are in any danger of harming yourself please call 911. I am not providing health care, medical or nutritional therapy services, or attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any physical, mental or emotional issue, disease or condition. All opinions are my own and based on my personal lived experience.

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