Core Happiness

About Core Happiness

The Core Happiness™ podcast is geared towards inspiring listeners to become more mindful, gain clarity, and learn science based tips that will empower them to live their best lives while achieving personal and professional goals. Hosted by Master Certified Mindset & Positive Psychology Coach, Kacee Banks, each episode is crafted to send the message to listeners that they are not alone by sharing resources, tools, stories and experiences to encourage personal awareness and growth. Core Happiness™ is a place for learning, experiencing, inspiration, motivation, and awareness reminders. Free of judgment and negativity. The belief behind Core Happiness™ is that we can live a life full of happiness, love, peace and abundance if we nourish ourselves with those things. Once you begin to become self-aware and use the aid of others to nourish your soul with positivity, love, hope and inspiration you will find your inner self growing more empowered, confident, motivated, and gaining inner and strength, all of which is then reflects externally to the world, your world. This podcast is to serve as inspiration and motivation to create a happy life by creating happiness within. Additional resources and support can be found at www.corehappiness.com. _______ Disclaimer: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please reach out immediately to the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. These services are free and confidential.

Publisher

Core Happiness, LLC

Category

education · health & fitness · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Jan 2023

Latest episode

22 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

74 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   22 Jan 2026

   From Toxic Patterns to True Self-Worth with Kamini Wood

   Are you tired of people-pleasing, over-functioning, or living for everyone’s expectations but your own? In today’s Core Happiness Podcast episode, I’m joined by human potential coach and bestselling author Kamini Wood for a deeply grounding conversation about healing codependency, breaking toxic patterns, rebuilding self-trust, and learning how to become your own self-leader. We explore how high achievers slip into burnout and perfectionism, why boundaries trigger guilt, how mindfulness supports emotional regulation, and how to shift from “doing” to “being” so you can live in alignment with your core values. Whether you're recovering from toxic relationships, navigating shame, or learning to trust your voice again, this episode will help you reconnect with yourself and create a life that feels like you. ✨ Listen in to learn: • Subtle signs of codependency that often go unnoticed • How to step into emotional independence without guilt • What self-leadership really looks like in daily life • Why shame and “I should be further along” keep us stuck • Practical mindfulness tools for anxiety and self-regulation • How to rebuild self-trust one small step at a time 🔗 Connect with Kamini Wood: Website: kaminiwood.com Podcast: RiseUp – Live Joy Your Way - https://open.spotify.com/show/0yqzkRBN4H9zHRCMTVNnj0 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Setting Boundaries 00:27 Welcome to the Core Happiness Podcast 01:12 Comedy Wood's Journey and Insights 03:49 The High Achiever's Dilemma 10:40 Understanding Codependency in Relationships 15:23 Emotional Independence and Self-Leadership 22:56 Navigating Discomfort in Setting Boundaries 23:29 Rebuilding Self-Trust and Self-Leadership 26:49 The Role of Core Values in Self-Leadership 30:24 Mindfulness and Emotional Regulation 32:57 Addressing Anxiety and Self-Compassion 36:23 Dealing with Shame and Guilt 42:05 Small Changes for Big Impact in Healing 43:53 Final Thoughts and Resources 🙏 If this episode supported you, subscribe for more clarity-centered conversations. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (FREE): - Core Happiness Website: www.corehappiness.com - Core Happiness Meditations & Affirmations on Youtube FOLLOW US: - Instagram: @CoreHappiness and @TheClarityConsultant - Youtube: @CoreHappiness

2. 

   1 Jan 2026

   Why 91% of Resolutions Fail | And How to Create a Life That Actually Aligns With You

   Feeling the pressure to reinvent yourself this new year? What if the clarity you’re craving isn’t found in becoming a new you… but in returning to the core version of who you’ve always been? In this powerful Season 4 kickoff of the Core Happiness Podcast, Kacee Banks unpacks why so many of us feel stuck, disconnected, or behind and how beginning again doesn’t mean starting over. It means realigning with your values, your truth, your inner compass. Inside this episode: ✨ Why “glow ups” can still leave you empty ✨ How misaligned goals create emotional weight ✨ The science behind identity-based clarity ✨ Why 91% of resolutions fail (it’s not because you’re lazy) ✨ How to reset by reconnecting to your core values ✨ 3 transformational journaling questions to guide your new year If you’ve been chasing goals you “should” want… if you’ve lost track of your intuition… or if you’re craving a reset without losing yourself in the process, this episode will bring you home to YOU. CHAPTERS: 00:00 New Year, Same You: Embracing Your Core Self 00:44 The Illusion of Reinvention 01:37 Chasing Someone Else's Success 03:32 The Power of Core Values 05:05 Setting Goals Aligned with Your Identity 08:36 Practical Steps to Realign Your Life 10:17 Journaling for Inner Clarity 11:48 Final Thoughts and Next Steps 💛 The Core Return Reset is now open. A 5-day clarity experience to help you rebuild self-trust, realign with your core, and begin again from truth and not pressure. 👉 http://thecorereturn.com/ If this resonates, tap LIKE, hit SUBSCRIBE, and share the episode with someone who needs a gentler, truer way to begin again. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES (FREE): - Core Happiness Website: www.corehappiness.com (https://www.corehappiness.com/) - Core Happiness Meditations & Affirmations on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@CoreHappiness) FOLLOW US: - Instagram: @CoreHappiness (https://www.instagram.com/corehappiness/) and @TheClarityConsultant (https://www.instagram.com/theclarityconsultant/) - Youtube: @CoreHappiness (https://www.youtube.com/@CoreHappiness)

3. 

   18 Dec 2025

   Embracing Everyday Bravery with Renee Zukin

   In this episode, we sit down with Renee Zukin, an accomplished author, educator, and mental health advocate, to explore the concept of everyday bravery. Renee, who has over 20 years of experience, discusses her new self-help memoir 'Every Day I'm Brave,' providing insights on how to live courageously despite fear. Through grounding practices, writing, and self-compassion, she highlights the importance of authenticity and community in our journey towards self-discovery and inner trust. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Starting the Day with Courage 00:22 Introducing Renee Zukin: Advocate for Courage and Authenticity 01:10 Defining Inner Work and Collective Change 02:45 The Epiphany of Everyday Bravery 05:09 Redefining Strength and Vulnerability 12:00 The Power of Writing and Storytelling 18:12 Embracing Authenticity and Grounding Techniques 22:31 Showing Up as Your Best Self 23:48 The Power of Self-Compassion 25:20 Overcoming Personal Challenges 27:09 Building Visibility and Community 29:44 Rediscovering Bravery and Courage 32:58 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care 35:24 Productive Procrastination and Fear of Success 39:34 Bravery as a Daily Practice 40:29 Final Thoughts and Takeaways Contact Renee: Social Media Links: https://www.instagram.com/reneezukin/ (https://www.google.com/url?q=https://calendly.com/url?q%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.instagram.com%252Freneezukin%252F%26user_uuid%3D961dd10c-8cfe-4336-8a15-fd0fc190bc7b%26stage%3D0%26hmac%3Dcc1a94de19729528a8b313b876694d9de30c9ce10d351c09c485c637b00dab37&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1765130870461106&usg=AOvVaw3Opt21gqOnnlsr4Obat7DI) https://www.facebook.com/zukin1 (https://www.google.com/url?q=https://calendly.com/url?q%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.facebook.com%252Fzukin1%26user_uuid%3D961dd10c-8cfe-4336-8a15-fd0fc190bc7b%26stage%3D0%26hmac%3Dff83cb0644a38e3f48b8c3d7f440c7d926002ac3ada3b98e2d9e4500618b7a25&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1765130870461106&usg=AOvVaw38YBoj6oomKRGrpixrQ3vK) Website URL: www.everydayimbrave.com (https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.everydayimbrave.com&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1765130870461106&usg=AOvVaw2AerrRkJVuqwAjFcR8k7Gx) Additional Free Resources: www.corehappiness.com https://www.youtube.com/@CoreHappiness

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

300

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

12 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

9 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 55 / 100

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Quality

55

Social presence

0

YouTube

66

Engagement

71

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