Welcome to our pursuit of that elusive and emotional state called Happiness. Here we look at the many facets of happiness and what truly contributes to bringing this about. So join us as we familiarize ourselves with personal stories that illustrate this elusive yet fundamental human experience. Whether you're seeking practical tips, insightful discussions or simply a measure of positivity, this podcast is a guide to understanding and cultivating happiness in your life.
I am Jackie Denise, let's get started!
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The Hidden Saboteur: Why High-Performing Leaders Stay Trapped in Urgency
Why do top-performing leaders—CEOs, founders, and billionaires—achieve immense success only to feel burnt out, disconnected, or stuck at revenue ceilings? In this episode, host Jackie Denise sits down with Annie Yatch, founder of Revolution XL. Drawing on her unique background in counter-terrorism, Annie shares how she applies threat-detection techniques to business leadership, helping leaders spot the invisible internal patterns and subconscious "lies" holding them back.
They dive deep into how childhood trauma drives business strategy, why urgent decision-making is a sign of a hijacked nervous system, and what it really takes to transition from survival mode into true alignment and fulfillment.
Key Takeaways
• External vs. Internal Threats: Most leaders focus on market conditions and strategy, but the biggest obstacles are internal subconscious blind spots formed early in life.
• The 11 Million vs. 40 Gap: Your subconscious processes 11 million data points per second while your conscious mind processes just 40. If an old subconscious story isn't addressed, it will run your business on autopilot.
• Urgency is a Hijacked Nervous System: Decisions made out of panic, extreme urgency, or mental spinning are coming from past patterns and stress rather than clarity and neutral ground.
• Why Leaders Self-Sabotage: Success is often built on trauma patterns (e.g., trying to prove worth to a parent). Once a goal is met, the underlying subconscious conflict leads to burnout, dissatisfaction, or financial ceilings.
• Spotting the Lie in Suffering: When you feel stuck or miserable in life or business, ask yourself: "What is the lie I'm telling myself that's keeping me in this suffering, and what do I want to be true instead?"
26 May 2026
Pursuing Your Spark in Midlife with Heike Yates
In this episode, host Jackie sits down with Heike Yates, author of Pursue Your Spark and host of the Pursue Your Spark podcast. Heike shares her inspiring journey from being a lonely, obese teenager in Germany to becoming an ultra-marathoner, triathlete, and midlife coach.
They dive deep into what it truly means to reinvent yourself every decade, how to navigate the complex role of long-distance caregiving, and why listening to your body—even when it tells you to slow down—is the ultimate superpower. If you are ready to stop letting fear hold you back and start enjoying the pursuit of an aligned, vibrant life, this episode is for you!
What You Will Learn:
• The Evolution of Midlife: Why midlife isn't just about menopause, but a massive 40-year window (ages 40 to 80) ripe for new careers, adventures, and self-discovery.
• Reinventing Yourself Every 10 Years: How to handle the "antsy" feeling that comes with hitting new decade milestones and turning it into a catalyst for growth.
• Listening to Your Body's Boundaries: Learning when to shift gears—like transitioning from grueling 50-mile ultra-marathons to triathlons—to honor normal aging without losing your passion.
• The Reality of Long-Distance Caregiving: Navigating the emotional guilt-trips and setting healthy boundaries as a caregiver from afar.
• Reframing Your Inner Critic: Why you shouldn't blindly "do it anyway" when you're afraid, and how to gently reframe your fears into positive self-talk.
• Enjoying the Pursuit Over the Destination: Embracing the freedom to course-correct your life journey without guilt or shame.
Connect with Yakes:
Website: https://heikeyates.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pursueyourspark
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heike-yates/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQIeOesGLGAOD5RhI2KYjcA
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Disclaimer:
The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice. Always consult with a licensed doctor, therapist, or qualified professional for any concerns or questions you may have. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guests and do not constitute professional advice. By listening, you agree that the host and podcast assume no liability for actions taken based on the content of this show.
12 May 2026
The Myth of Aging: Why Pain Isn't a Life Sentence
In this episode, pain consultant and movement expert Eileen Kopsaftis shares why we’ve been conditioned to accept physical decline as a normal part of getting older—and why that narrative is wrong.
What you will learn:
The Difference Between Managing and Resolving Pain: Why conventional treatments often fail and how learning to "fix yourself" provides lifelong freedom.
The "Cadaver" Problem in Modern Fitness: Why isolating body parts in the gym often leads to injury and how to move naturally to prevent tendonitis.
The Early Warning Signs of Decline: Why "plopping" into a chair is the first signal of lost power and how avoiding stairs accelerates aging.
Evidence that Age is Just a Number: Inspiring stories of people in their 80s and 90s regaining independence, building bone density, and even climbing 14 flights of stairs daily.
The Power of Whole-Body Mechanics: How fixing your feet and ankles can resolve chronic issues in your neck and knees.
#PainFreeAging #movementismedicine #healthyaging #chronicpainrelief #wellnessmindset
Connect with Eileen
Website: https://havelifelongwellbeing.com/
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Disclaimer:
The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice. Always consult with a licensed doctor, therapist, or qualified professional for any concerns or questions you may have. The views and opinions expressed are those of the host and guests and do not constitute professional advice. By listening, you agree that the host and podcast assume no liability for actions taken based on the content of this show.
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