The Happiness Journey with Dr Dan

08/09/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 29 Ep 4: Special Guest, high stake performance expert ,Brian Hite

Brian Hite, PhD is a veteran Hollywood stunt performer with more than 130 film and TV credits and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work on 24. He recently doubled Nick Offerman in the feature film Sovereign and is currently doubling Chris O’Donnell on 9-1-1: Nashville.

He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, spent over a decade training U.S. Army soldiers in resilience and performance, and now helps leaders eliminate pressure, dismantle stress, and sustain drive under fire. His FACTs™ framework—Focus, Arousal, Confidence, Tenacity—helps people perform at their best when it matters most.

Link to episode can be found here: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/X8tEIxhtHVb

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Brian Hite, PhD is a veteran Hollywood stunt performer with more than 130 film and TV credits and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work on 24. He recentlydoubled Nick Offerman in the feature film Sovereign and is currently doubling Chris O’Donnell on 9-1-1: Nashville.He holds a Ph.D. in Organiz...

07/28/2025

MOTIVATION MONDAY: THE LOGICAL DAY OF THE WEEK

Monday is basically a math problem no one asked for.
You add way too much coffee, subtract all your sleep, multiply your stress, and divide whatever happiness you had left from the weekend.
It’s the equation of chaos, solved only by caffeine and willpower.
But hey—just because it’s complicated doesn’t mean it’s impossible.
Even messy math has solutions.
So take a deep breath, sharpen your mental pencil, and show Monday who’s boss.
Every great week starts with solving for "why am I doing this again?"
You’ve got the brain, the grit, and the coffee—go make it count.
Happy Monday—your formula for greatness starts now!

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07/27/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 29 Ep 3: Special Guest, human behavioral expert and mental health specialist, Kareen Aristide

Kareen Aristide is a Human Behaviour Expert and Mental Health Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential—personally, professionally, and spiritually. With nearly 25 years of experience as a speaker, trainer, coach, consultant, and pastor, she brings a unique blend of lived experience, academic knowledge, and spiritual depth to her work. Kareen holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience and Mental Health, as well as a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Cognitive Science from Carleton University. Her research focused on the impact of anxiety and depression on working memory and decision-making.

She is the author of Dare to Rise and the upcoming Supercharge Your Wellbeing, which offers evidence-based strategies for mental wellness rooted in personality styles. Kareen is a Certified DISC Human Behaviour Master Trainer and a Certified Speaker with Expert Speaker. In 2019, she was recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch by CIBWE. She is also the founder of She Did It! Collectives, a movement designed to empower women to rise into purpose, legacy, and impact.

Kareen has been married for 26 years and is the proud mother of five young adults, some of whom have already followed in her entrepreneurial footsteps.

Link to episode can be found here: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/X7uqWd0PlVb

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Kareen Aristide is a Human Behaviour Expert and Mental Health Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential—personally, professionally, and spiritually. With nearly 25 years of experience as a speaker, trainer, coach, consultant, and pastor,she brings a unique blend of ...

07/25/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 29 Ep 2: Special Guest and self help psychic Tabitha Stitt

Tabitha Stitt, known as The Self-Help Psychic, is a world-renowned psychic reader, trance speaker and teacher who’s been featured alongside the one-and-only Mel Robbins in GOSS Magazine. She’s performed at Arthur Findlay, the world’s foremost college for advancement of spiritualism and psychic sciences and has helped thousands of women transform their lives, from stay-at-home moms to CEOs.

As a licensed educator, Tabitha’s psychic readings and clairvoyant messages are blended with personal development methods, guiding her clients and students on a profound journey of discovering their soul’s purpose, passions and fullest potential. She hosts her very own podcast, The Self-Help Psychic Podcast, channeling healing messages for the collective and creates online courses and memberships for empowerment and self-actualization. Tabitha’s readings are accurate, healing and life-altering, and simply cannot be denied.

Link to episode can be found here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-29-Ep-2-Special-Guest-and-self-help-psychic-Tabitha-Stitt-e3619qm/a-ac2ocs7

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Tabitha Stitt, known as The Self-Help Psychic, is a world-renowned psychic reader, trance speaker and teacher who’s been featured alongside the one-and-only MelRobbins in GOSS Magazine. She’s performed at Arthur Findlay, the world’s foremost college for advancement of spiritualism and psychic ...

07/08/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 28 Ep 10: Special Guest and accountability coach, Robert hunt

Robert J Hunt is "The Accountability Dude" and the co-author of the book "Nobody Cares...until you do." He is a business owner in the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area since 2008. Robert is an Executive Coach who runs CEO Groups in DFW since 2013 and he brings that experience and wisdom to help people reach their goals.

Robert has been married 27 years to his beautiful wife Kathy, and has two adult children also living in Texas. He is passionate about his faith, his purpose, his family and his quest to help people be their best.

Link to episode can be found here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-28-Ep-10-Special-Guest-and-accountability-coach--Robert-hunt-e3594g2

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Robert J Hunt is "The Accountability Dude" and the co-author of the book "Nobody Cares...until you do." He is a business owner in the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area since 2008. Robert is an Executive Coach who runs CEO Groups in DFW since 2013 and he brings that experience and wisdom to help people re...

06/27/2025

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06/24/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 28 Ep 6: Special Guest and intuitive coach, Kim Keana

Kim strives to help people embrace who they are by letting go of the beliefs and patterns that have been holding them back so they can leave a legacy they can feel proud of, one that’s lighter, freer, and more aligned than what was handed down to them. As a certified life coach, Reiki Master, IET (Integrative Energy Therapy) and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) practitioner, sound healer, and podcaster, she approaches healing and personal growth in a way that feels relatable and knows it’s not about perfection or massive leaps overnight. Instead it’s about the small, intentional shifts that add up to something bigger over time.

She's shared this message with a variety of audiences through speaking engagements at community organizations like the Boys’ and Girls’ Club, schools like Purdue University, women’s groups like Polka Dot Powerhouse and Moms Who Dare, and events like the This Is It Live 2023 Conference. She also loves mentoring new coaches as they begin working with their own clients, helping them find their unique voice and approach.

Link to episode can be found here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-28-Ep-6-Special-Guest-and-intuitive-coach--Kim-Keana-e34m5oc

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Kim strives to help people embrace who they are byletting go of the beliefs and patterns that have been holding them back so they can leave a legacy they can feel proud of, one that’s lighter, freer, and morealigned than what was handed down to them. As a certified life coach, Reiki Master, IET (I...

06/24/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 28 Ep 7: Special Guest and Voice of Resilience, Erica Marchant

Erica, known as The Voice of Resillience, is a powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, author, and co-owner of Code 1 BBQ in Wilmington, MA—a Texas-inspired barbecue restaurant and catering company she runs alongside her husband. But her journey didn’t begin with success. She grew up poor, homeless, and surrounded by instability, trauma, and adversity that could have broken her spirit. Instead, she turned her pain into purpose.

Erica spent years battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt, questioning whether she was ever meant for more. Through grit, hard work, and relentless determination, she rewrote her story, one bold and scary decision at a time. She poured herself into personal growth, leadership, and learning how to build something that mattered, both in her life and in her community.

Today, she’s not only the boss behind one of the most talked-about BBQ joints north of Boston, but also a sought-after motivational speaker and the voice behind the movement that’s helping others break generational cycles. Erica knows firsthand what it takes to rise from nothing and build a life of abundance. And she doesn’t hold back when it comes to telling the truth about the work it requires.

Her upcoming book, Stop Asking Why Me and Start Asking Why Not Me, dives deep into the inner game of overcoming fear, shame, and limitations to step into your power. With her no-nonsense approach and unapologetic fire, Erica teaches others how to reclaim their voice, build with what they have, and stop waiting for permission to rise.

Whether she’s commanding a kitchen, a stage, or a room full of change-makers, Erica shows up with authenticity, heart, and a whole lot of hustle. She’s living proof that where you come from doesn't determine where you get to go.

Link to episode can be found here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-28-Ep-7-Special-Guest-and-Voice-of-Resilience--Erica-Marchant-e34lr83
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Erica, known as The Voice of Resillience, is a powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, author, and o-owner of Code 1 BBQ in Wilmington, MA—a Texas-inspired barbecuerestaurant and catering company she runs alongside her husband. But her journey didn’t begin with success. She grew up poor, homeless, and...

06/09/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 23 Ep 6: Special Guest and expert in the area of God, health and relationship, Dr David Yates

Dr. David Yates graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles in April of 2007 and immediately went to work educating and treating patients as a preceptor with his mentor Dr. Drew Hall. He has been licensed in five different states and currently works at one of the most prestigious integrated health clinics in California, Envista Medical Neck and Back Center in Bakersfield.

Due to his knowledge of and passion for God, health, and relationships; he is in the process of developing a consulting business in which he can help more people. Dr. Yates can be contacted on Telegram or via email: drdave@godhealthandrelationships.com.

Link to episode can be found here: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-23-Ep-6-Special-Guest-and-expert-in-the-area-of-God--health-and-relationship--Dr-David-Yates-e340g0n

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Dr. David Yates graduated from ClevelandChiropractic College in Los Angeles in April of 2007 and immediately went to work educating and treating patientsas a preceptor with his mentor Dr. Drew Hall. He has been licensed in five different states and currently works at one of the most prestigious inte...

06/09/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 28 Ep 4: Special Guest and active doula helping others transitions to end of life, Helen Gretchen Jones

Helen Gretchen Jones is a compassionate death doula, intuitive, and channeler who writes about shared death experiences and spiritual consciousness. Her work focuses on fostering connections with oneself and others, trusting personal experiences, and teachings from her Spirit guides, the A-Team. With a dual master's in art history and theology, Helen is certified in sound bowl therapy, Reiki, hypnosis, and past life regressions.

She also co-teaches seminars on grounding techniques and interpreting signs from Spirit. When not working, she enjoys time on her family ranch with her husband, Taylor, and their children, Ty and Elle, surrounded by a variety of animals.

Link to episode: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-28-Ep-4-Special-Guest-and-active-doula-helping-others-transitions-to-end-of-life--Helen-Gretchen-Jones-e340f1i

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Helen holds a dual master's degree in art history and theology from St. Edward's University. She is also certified in sound bowl therapy, Reiki, hypnosis, and past life regressions. Beyond her role as a death doula, Helen serves as an intuitive guide, delivering messages from Spirit.Helen Gretchen J...

06/09/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 28 Ep 3: Special Guest and Author of A cup of team on the commode, Mark Steven Porro

Mark Steven Porro, a New Jersey native (Exit 163), earned an Industrial Design degree from The Ohio State University. After years of agency work, his love of acting led him to Hollywood, where he appeared in dozens of television, film, and stage productions. Mark also spent his twenty-eight years in Tinseltown, entrepreneuring. He started five non-profit companies. But hold the applause, none were intended to be. He now lives in the South of France. But hold your pity. He of sound mind and body chose to suffer in the heart of wine country where the locals insist his French isn’t so bad—at least that’s what he thinks they’re saying.

Mark is an award-winning designer, writer, director, and now a best-selling, award-winning author. He has written lots of jokes, several screenplays, and one award-winning short film. A Cup of Tea on the Commode—a sad, sweet, and funny debut memoir—chronicles his multitasking adventures of filling his mother’s last years with love, laughter, and joy. Though not always successful, he came pretty damn close.

Link to episode: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/happinessjourney/episodes/Happiness-journey-with-Dr-Dan-podcast-Season-28-Ep-3-Special-Guest-and-Author-of-A-cup-of-team-on-the-commode--Mark-Steven-Porro-e340c0k

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Mark Steven Porro, a New Jersey native (Exit 163), earned an Industrial Design degree from The Ohio State University. After years of agency work, his love ofacting led him to Hollywood, where he appeared in dozens of television, film, and stage productions. Markalso spent his twenty-eight years in T...

05/26/2025

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 28 Ep 2: Special Guest and survivor of severe burnout due to career growth obsession, Alenka Kyslik

Eldest daughter, overachiever and recovering people pleaser Alenka has gone through a series of health issues and after years of looking for answers found a new version of herself. She saw how finding answers for your health is a challenge for so many, and decided to do something about it.
With over a decade in building software Alenka decided to build an online platform that is using custom matchmaking to connect people to vetted holistic experts based on shared values and current needs. The mission is to give people back control of their health.

Here are my links:
https://www.instagram.com/saha.collective
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sahadotcollective/

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Eldest daughter, overachiever and recovering people pleaser Alenka has gone through a series of health issues and after years of looking for answers found a new version of herself. She saw how finding answers for your health is a challenge for so many, and decided to do something about it. With over...