Realistic Happiness is a podcast designed to explore a practical, grounded approach to achieving and maintaining happiness in everyday life, particularly in the workplace and through personal connections. Hosted by Daisy Ilaria, an award-winning career educator, podcast host, and certified coach, the show focuses on helping listeners find true satisfaction and fulfilment in their professional and personal lives.

Realistic Happiness
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Realistic Happiness is a podcast designed to explore a practical, grounded approach to achieving and maintaining happiness in everyday life, particularly in the workplace and through personal connections. Hosted by Daisy Ilaria, an award-winning career educator, podcast host, and certified coach, the show focuses on helping listeners find true satisfaction and fulfilment in their professional and personal lives.
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May 28, 2025
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May 16, 2025
How to Set Boundaries at Work (That People ACTUALLY Respect) | Vanessa Monsequeira,
<p>In this episode of Realistic Happiness, we’re joined by Vanessa Monsequeira, VP of People at Gorilla, Leadership and Career Coach, and builder of Employee Experience as a Product, on a mission to make work suck less.We explore what it really takes to feel seen, safe, and fulfilled at work, and why outdated leadership models are no longer sustainable in today’s fast-paced, high-pressure environments.We discuss:- Feeling Invisible at Work: Why psychological safety is the foundation for authenticity and how past workplace trauma can silence your voice, even in supportive environments- The Dark Side of Leadership: From micromanagement to insecurity and favoritism, Vanessa reveals the emotional blind spots that leaders often carry and how they impact team trust and performance- The Achiever’s Paradox and Burnout: Why high performers struggle to say no, and how constantly proving your worth can lead to exhaustion.- Redefining Boundaries and Recognition: How to assert your limits without damaging your career and why recognition is essential to meaningful work, not just a nice-to-haveIf you’re navigating a career shift, feeling overwhelmed in your role, or questioning your sense of purpose at work, this episode offers real-world advice and deep insight into how workplaces and individuals can evolve for the better.<strong>Connect with Vanessa:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessamonsequeira/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">LinkedIn</a></p><p><strong>Connect with your Realistic Happiness community:</strong></p><p><strong></strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/realistichappiness" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/realistichappinesspodcast/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><strong>Connect with your host, Daisy:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisy-ilaria/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/daisy.ilaria" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@daisy.ilaria" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Threads</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DaisyIlaria" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p><p><strong>Connect with our producer, Jamie:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-everett1/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamie.everett1/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p>

May 9, 2025
Don't Let STRESS Rule Your LIFE - Iryna Ivanova
<p>In this episode of Realistic Happiness, we’re joined by Iryna, founder of HERO Alliance and a seasoned trainer specialising in stress management, resilience, and positive psychology. With over eight years of experience creating evidence-based workplace well-being programs, Iryna is passionate about helping individuals and teams cultivate emotional balance and sustainable success.We discuss:- The Overload of Modern Stress: Explore why stress feels more intense today than ever before, from constant digital stimulation to societal pressures, and how to manage information overload.- Strategic Slowness vs. Hustle Culture: Learn why doing less can actually lead to more fulfilment and how to prioritise quality over quantity in daily routines.- Emotional Detox and Recognising Burnout: Discover how to identify when you’re tipping from good stress to bad stress, and the importance of tuning into your body’s signals to prevent burnout.- The Myth of Quick Fixes: Uncover why common stress hacks like cold showers and breath-work can only do so much, and why consistency and small, meaningful actions make a lasting impact.- Parenting and Stress Management: Iryna shares her experience as a mom of two, highlighting how parental stress differs and how to maintain self-compassion while juggling responsibilities.- The Power of Small Daily Highlights: Find out how creating small moments of joy each day can serve as a powerful antidote to stress and feelings of emptiness.If you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands, struggling to find balance between work and personal life, or seeking practical ways to handle stress without burning out, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you slow down, reconnect, and regain control.<strong>Connect with Iryna:</strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/iryna-ivanova-1abb7117/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://hero-alliance.irynabusinessyoga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a></p><p><strong>Connect with your Realistic Happiness community:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/realistichappiness">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/realistichappinesspodcast/">Instagram</a></p><p><strong>Connect with your host, Daisy:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisy-ilaria/">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/daisy.ilaria">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://www.threads.net/@daisy.ilaria">Threads</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@DaisyIlaria">YouTube</a></p><p><strong>Connect with our producer, Jamie:</strong></p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-everett1/">LinkedIn</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamie.everett1/">Instagram</a></p>
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