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  • If I want to change the world

    If I want to change the world
    2026/06/08
    Hey y'all! Sometimes we get so caught up lookin’ at the rest of the world, thinking about what everyone else needs to fix or how everything else ought to change. But real transformation always starts in our own hearts! This week, I’m comin’ to you with a special little pop-up episode to talk all about personal responsibility spiritually, physically, and financially. Today, I'm openin' my heart wide to share why takin' care of our minds, bodies, and sweet spirits is a holy responsibility we owe to ourselves and to the precious ones we love. Finally, let's stop lettin' our lack of responsibility become someone else's heavy burden, and instead start radiating the light, we want to see in the world!

    Episode Highlights:
    [01:30] Adopting a “start with me” mindset
    [02:15] Aging with intention and purpose
    [03:57] Responsibility without carrying the burden
    [05:57] Owning my mistakes and learning from them
    [06:59] The importance of continuing to show up
    [09:01] Faith, growth, and self-awareness
    [09:42] Gratitude, generosity, and paying it forward
    [10:57] Closing affirmation and encouragement
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    12 分
  • Why the Only Person You Can Save Is Yourself

    Why the Only Person You Can Save Is Yourself
    2026/06/01
    Y'all, we recorded this one in May for Mental Health Awareness Month, but this conversation is so good it will carry you well into June and honestly, straight through the rest of the year. I sat down with one of my most favorite precious humans on this planet, my sweet friend Brandy Haiman, a licensed therapist and social worker with nearly 30 years of experience. She is everything: compassionate, kind, empathetic, a free thinker, and a true champion of the underdog.

    Brandy opens up about the deeply personal experiences that led her to the therapy profession and y'all, it is a good one. We talk about what therapy has looked like over nearly three decades, why our kids are struggling more than ever with loneliness, and why going to therapy before you hit rock bottom is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. We also get into the Gottman Method, brand-new brain treatments like neurofeedback and Spravato, and why working on your own sweet self is the single most powerful thing you can do!! Even if nobody around you is ready to do the same.We laugh, we get real, and we cover just about everything!!! So friends if you are dealing with something heavy or just want to love the people in your life a little deeper, this episode is for you.

    About Brandy Haiman:
    Brandy Haiman is a licensed therapist and social worker with nearly 30 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's hardest moments. Known for her warmth, non-judgment, and deep compassion, Brandy has built a practice where people feel truly understood. She is trained in the Gottman Method for couples therapy and specializes in anxiety, depression, people-pleasing, and relationship dynamics. Reach out to Brandy here: https://brandyhaiman.com
    Episode Highlights:
    [01:40] Why Brandy Became a Therapist
    [06:00] What Has Changed in Therapy Over 30 Years
    [08:30] The Shift: People Going to Therapy Before the Crisis Hits
    [11:20] People-Pleasing, Codependency & Growing Up in an Alcoholic Home
    [16:20] The Gottman Method
    [22:00] What to Do When Your Partner Refuses to Go to Therapy
    [28:30] What NOT to Say When Someone You Love Is in Recovery
    [32:00] The Biggest Misconception About Depression
    [42:00] A Nation That Needs Each Other
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    41 分
  • My Favorite Day

    My Favorite Day
    2026/05/25
    Sometimes, we get so scattered by the craziness of life, the never-ending projects, and the habit of saying "yes" to everyone we miss the beautiful masterpiece God has already put right in front of us!!! This week, I’m coming to you with a pop-up episode recorded on May 15th my wedding anniversary to my beloved late husband, Hugh F. Smith. Today, I open my heart to share the story of how Hugh walked into my life after a deeply painful first marriage that left me feeling broke, rejected, and unworthy. Hugh taught me what it means to be truly respected, celebrated, and loved just for being me!!!Today is all about honoring his memory, celebrating the incredible blessings in our family, and learning to slow down long enough to see the how God is working on in our lives.

    Episode Highlights:
    [00:41] Anniversary reflections
    [01:39] Beach walk and hospital memories
    [03:17] Realizing you may already be where you hoped to be
    [05:09] Lessons from a first marriage
    [07:39] Meeting Hugh Smith
    [08:54] Love, healing, and growing together
    [12:12] The wedding and the life we built
    [16:15] Courage and stepping into the next chapter
    [19:53] Closing gratitude

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    21 分
  • Healing Through Service & Community With Ronnie Grissett

    Healing Through Service & Community With Ronnie Grissett
    2026/05/18
    When service becomes the foundation of your life, the structure you build is unshakable. This week, I’m sitting down with Ronnie Grissett, owner of Team Patriot Home Stewardship Services and a medically retired Army veteran. Ronnie joins me for a conversation that spans from construction mission fields in Honduras and Uganda to the importance of proactive home maintenance right here in Bay County.

    Ronnie shares his incredible journey of recovery following a traumatic brain injury in 2020, exploring how that experience deepened his appreciation for health and his commitment to helping others. He also gives us an insightful look into his new his innovative "Home Stewardship" program. I’ve dubbed Ronnie as my "rent-a-husband" service and during our conversation we discuss why taking care of your physical home is just as vital as maintaining your mental health.

    Episode Highlights:
    [00:30] Introducing Ronnie Grissett: Guest and New Sponsor
    [01:00] The Joys (and Chaos) of Being a Sports Dad
    [03:00] Mission Work: From Honduras to Uganda
    [05:30] Overcoming a Traumatic Brain Injury
    [07:00] Finding Perspective After Hurricane Michael and Injury
    [08:30] The Science of Service: Why Helping Others Helps You
    [11:00] What is Team Patriot Home Stewardship Services?
    [13:00] Proactive Maintenance vs. Home Warranties
    [16:30] Why Ronnie Hires Partners with a Servant’s Heart
    [20:00] The #1 Insurance Claim: Leaking Refrigerator Lines
    [22:00] Life in South Fort and the Anti-HOA Lifestyle
    [24:30] Mental Health Rituals: Reading, Prayer, and Connection
    [29:00] The Shared Love for Pepsi Cherry

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    30 分
  • Why Gen Z is Leading the Way in Mental Health

    Why Gen Z is Leading the Way in Mental Health
    2026/05/11
    It’s mental health awareness month and today I’m reflecting on how much has changed... I can remember when I was younger, if you needed to go to therapy, it was almost a secret. We were surrounded by shame, feeling like we were defective if we couldn’t handle it all on our own. But now, things have shifted, and we are finally dropping that stigma thanks to the brave young people in our lives who have embraced it.Today I’m joined by my precious grandchild, JJ, who is truly wise beyond their years, to talk about their mental health journey. JJ shares their experience growing up in the wake of family addiction and loss, and how they are choosing to break the cycle. This episode is for anyone who needs a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay, and that there is so much power in simply being honest about our struggles.

    Episode Highlights



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    Episode Highlights:
    [01:12] Mental Health Month and Gen Z openness
    [03:43] Losing Mom and finding strength
    [07:16] Therapy tools for anxiety and ADHD
    [08:44] Wellness habits through art, music, and theater
    [10:20] Why we chose homeschooling
    [13:20] Sponsor shoutouts and field trip plans
    [15:11] Why therapy matters
    [15:45] Gender differences and emotions
    [20:27] Breaking unhealthy family cycles
    [23:00] Helping friends navigate hard seasons
    [24:45] Self-improvement and health goals
    [25:56] Independence, growth, and hope


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    28 分
  • Season Recap: The Courage to Change

    Season Recap: The Courage to Change
    2026/05/06
    What if the secret to a truly happy life... is being sweet enough to release what isn't working? Y’all, this episode is a big one. It’s the end of our seventh season, and while this season was long my heart is just full! I have something else I’d like to share with you…We are closing the chapter on My Happy Ass Life and adopting a new name and it’s Be Sweet, Y’all.I’ll be honest with you I ran into some friction with the old name. Between social media algorithms blocking the word "a$$" and some folks being too shy to even say it, I realized the name was creating a wall where I wanted to build a bridge. I’ll always be a happy ass at heart, but we’ve evolved and I’m grateful!!!!Today I’m looking back at the incredible people who who joined us for this season Starting with my daughter Britt’s wisdom on mental health to the hilarious and energy of Lacey Counts, we’re recapping the lessons I never want to forget!!! Thank you so much to everyone for supporting me, loving me and sharing your time with me!!! Be sweet ya’ll! Episode Highlights[01:00] Why we are becoming Be Sweet, Y'all.[04:45] Britt Matthews: Internal dialogues, soundtracks, and finding our similarities.[07:15] Lacey Maxwell & Christy Claunch: Embracing uniqueness and laughing at our "quirky" sides.[09:02] Daniel Pratt: The balance between artistry and entrepreneurship.[10:18] Jade Patronis: The simple, powerful gift of being delighted to see someone.[11:35] Mayor Alan Branch: Leadership driven by a deep love for community.[12:44] Dan Hines: The courage to reinvent yourself (and walking on fire!).[15:20] Becca Harden: Using brilliance to make everyone else feel worthy.[16:55] Candy Gardner Woods: Rising above a tumultuous upbringing to find your voice.[18:25] Maurice Hunter: The self-love project and writing notes to the future.[19:42] Earl Mooring: Learning to work within your "areas of giftedness."[21:18] Angela from Habitat for Humanity[23:05] A Personal Testimony: How books saved a lonely 10-year-old girl in an alcoholic home.[28:15] A Special Thank You: Remembering the legacy of Hugh Smith.Special Thanks to Our SponsorsBuffalo Rock Pepsi: buffalorock.comHoliday Beach Mechanical: holidaybeachmechanical.comElysian Med Spa: https://elysianpcb.comBay Tax Solutions: https://www.bay.taxMinutes & Miles: minutesandmiles.comGypsy Willow: https://gypsywillowretail.comFerrucci Ristorante:https://ferruccipc.com/Amor Boutique: https://amorboutiquepc.comLending Hand Mortgage (Kevin Kennerson):https://lhmtg.com/Shore House Furniture: shorehousefurniture.comHue Salon: https://www.huesalonandboutique.com/#!/HomeCan’t Hide Pretty: www.canthidepretty.comAmerican Home Shield: https://www.ahs.com/Follow along as we transition to our new home! You can find us on social media @BeSweetYall (formerly @MyHappyAssLife). Don’t forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube so you’re ready for the new season!🎙 Presented by ADF MediaBe sweet, y’all! 💕
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    31 分
  • Taking The Long Way Around

    Taking The Long Way Around
    2026/04/27
    I just have to tell you how much I adore Sue Monk Kidd’s book, When the Heart Waits! I've read it four times (and counting!) because it holds the secret to one of the hardest lessons I've ever had to learn: how to simply slow down. Today I share how I’m actively working to build quiet space and find "white space" in my life. I also introduce the Magic Wand Theory. This concept challenges us to drop our logical thoughts, tap into our spirit, and dream about what is truly possible for our business and life, encouraging us to rest in possibility to listen to God’s beautiful, still, quiet voice.

    Episode Highlights:
    [00:31] Choosing to slow down and create space
    [02:48] Butterflies, books, and quiet reflection
    [03:16] The tadpole story and taking the long way
    [06:12] Life’s harder lessons and perspective shifts
    [08:20] Hugh, Al-Anon, and releasing over-responsibility
    [10:21] The power of waiting and stillness
    [11:39] The “magic wand” exercise: thinking in possibility
    [14:59] Sponsors and gratitude
    [16:07] Rebrand update and naming challenges
    [16:47] Closing affirmation


    Links & Resources:
    When the Heart Waits by Sue Monk Kidd:
    https://www.amazon.com/When-Heart-Waits-Spiritual-Direction/dp/0061144894

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    Let’s Stay Connected!Follow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode. Get Karen’s Love Notes at www.myhappyasslife.com Presented by ADF Media Be sweet, y’all!
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    18 分
  • How Faith Guided Her Next Step featuring Jade Patronis

    How Faith Guided Her Next Step featuring Jade Patronis
    2026/04/22
    What if the secret to a happy life isn't just about the highlight reel, but about the depth you build during the "late bloomer" seasons?This week, I am bringing you a very special Happy Ass Encore episode because y'all loved her so much the first time, and she is just too precious not to share again. I’m sitting down with one of my happiest, most energetic friends, the "Lipstick Diva" herself, Jade PatronisJade opens up about her journey of reinvention at age 40 moving from being a stay-at-home mom to launching a lipstick line. We swap stories about our shared "prissy girl" love for looking adorable (even just for ourselves!), the legacy of the women who came before us, and why we are both choosing to kick aging’s butt every single day.From her days traveling the world with the USO to the spiritual discipline of waking up with a "thank you" on her lips, Jade reminds us that while beauty might only last three days, the way you treat people lasts a lifetime. This episode is a soulful reminder that God has already paid it all...all we have to do is show up and be exactly who He created us to be.Episode Highlights[1:00] Energy Matching: Karen and Jade discuss being kindred, high-energy spirits.[1:30] Adjective Affirmations: The power of the words we use to describe those we love.[3:00] Reclaiming Identity: Jade’s journey from "Mommy full-time" to reinventing herself at 40.[4:00] The Niche: How selling "Steak, Lobster, and Lipstick" led to a nationwide business.[5:00] Prissy and Proud: Why looking cute is a service to yourself and your legacy.[6:00] The Season of Waiting: Trusting God’s timing when big doors start to open.[8:00] Opposites Attract: How Karen and Jade’s husbands handle their "crazy" energy.[11:00] Live and Let Live: Learning the Serenity Prayer through an alcoholic upbringing.[12:30] Depth in the Dark: A moving story about nurse Karen and a family tragedy.[13:30] Beauty "Tune-ups": Honesty about Botox, filler, and aging gracefully.[15:30] Captain Anderson’s: The 60-year legacy of a local landmark and its loyal staff.[22:00] The Pageant Sport: How beauty pageants paid for college and built inner depth.[27:30] Small Town Roots: Discovering a shared history in Enterprise and Slocum.[32:30] The Goodness of God: A miraculous story of recovery and the power of prayer.[36:00] The Stop Sign Habit: Using daily cues for positive affirmations.[38:00] Protecting Your Peace: Setting boundaries and avoiding the "lure of everything".[42:30] Empty Cups: Admitting the struggle of being a people-pleaser in a busy world.[48:30] Best for the Rest: A shoutout to the best King Cake and local artSpecial Thanks to Our SponsorsBuffalo Rock Pepsi https://www.buffalorock.comHoliday Beach Mechanical https://holidaybeachmechanical.comBay Tax Solution https://bay.taxElysian Med Spa https://elysianmedspa.comHue Salon and Boutique https://www.huesalonandboutique.comShore House Furniture https://shorehousefurniture.comAbout Jade Patronis: Jade is the founder of Lipstick Diva, a beauty brand rooted in color, confidence, and American-made quality. Raised in her mother’s beauty shop and seasoned by a career in pharmaceutical sales, Jade found her niche by combining her love for aesthetics with a sharp business mind. A Troy University graduate and a former USO performer, she views life as a "sport" where authenticity and heart are the real trophies. Jade is a devoted wife, mother, and Jesus-follower who believes in the power of prayer and the importance of never growing up.Let’s Stay Connected!Follow along @MyHappyAssLife on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and YouTube so you never miss an episode.Get Karen’s Love Notes at www.myhappyasslife.comPresented by ADF MediaBe sweet, y’all!
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    50 分