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My Happy Ass Life

Join Karen Key-Smith to grow mind, body and spirit so that we can in turn go out and make the world a brighter and sweeter place. Every episode, Karen aka Happy Ass shares original positive affirmations, stories, and tips to help you live a happier life. Be sweet and remember to follow the podcast to hear new episodes every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. Follow Karen"s Blog at MyHappyAssLife.com

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8:56

Nourish Your Inner Fire

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/15

Today, we're discussing the importance of balance and self-care in our daily lives. We reflect on how often we neglect ourselves in the hustle and bustle of life, drawing inspiration from biblical verses and personal stories. This episode reminds you to love yourself first to love others better. Let's get started and make the world a brighter, sweeter place. Episode Highlights 00:15 The Importance of Self-Care00:26 Struggles with Balance01:11 Biblical Insights on Balance02:12 Personal Journey and

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10:19

God And My Calendar

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/11

Hi, Happy Asses! Today, we're diving into the concept of giving God control over our calendars and finding balance in our daily lives. I'm broadcasting from beautiful Colorado, where the altitude is high and the lessons on balance are even higher. Join me as we explore how to manage our busy schedules, find rest, and prioritize our well-being through practical tips and personal stories.Episode Highlights:[00:45] Reflections from Colorado[01:30] The Body Keeps the Score[02:00] Workaholism and

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9:16

Balance In Every Step

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/10

Hi, Happy Asses! Today, we're diving deep into the theme of balance and how to find it in every step we take. I’m coming to you from beautiful Fort Collins, Colorado, where I’m attending a ninja leadership conference. This episode is all about recognizing the importance of balance in our lives, sharing personal stories, and offering practical tips to help you navigate life's demands while staying centered and at peace. Whether you're dealing with workaholic tendencies, trying to juggle multiple

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10:49

Mastering Life's Balancing Act

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/08

Hi, Happy Asses! Today, I'm sharing some personal reflections about wanting to have everything together before everything is together. Let's dive into life's messy, unbalanced, and wonderfully chaotic parts and how we can embrace them with love and acceptance.Episode Highlights [00:45] Embarrassing Moments and Perfectionism[01:30] The Struggle of Wanting It All Together[03:00] Personal Stories of Chaos and Acceptance[04:00] Lessons from Rick Warren: Insights on Balance[05:00] Fighting Against Old

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9:30

I want to have it together before it's all together!

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/04

Hi, Happy Asses! Today, I'm sharing some personal reflections about wanting to have everything together before everything is together. Let's dive into life's messy, unbalanced, and wonderfully chaotic parts and how we can embrace them with love and acceptance.00:45 - Embarrassing Moments and Perfectionism01:30 - The Struggle of Wanting It All Together03:00 - Personal Stories of Chaos and Acceptance04:00 - Lessons from Pastor Furtick: You're Not Stuck Unless You Quit05:00 - Fighting Against Old

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6:44

Stickability vs. Quitability

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/03

Hi, Happy Asses! Today, we're talking about stickability versus quitability. I'll share the importance of persistence through the story of Darby from "Think and Grow Rich" and discuss how we can turn temporary defeat into lasting success.00:45 - Quittability vs. Stickability01:30 - The Story of Darby and Three Feet from Gold03:00 - Learning from Temporary Defeat04:00 - The Importance of Expert Advice05:00 - Affirmation: Stickability06:00 - Conclusion and EncouragementKey Topics in Today's

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9:54

Start With Pre-Forgiveness

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/07/01

Hey Happy Asses, it's Karen! Today we're talking about forgiveness and a cool concept called 'pre-forgiveness'—deciding beforehand to forgive those who might hurt us. Inspired by Lisa Turkos's story, we'll explore how forgiveness frees us and keeps our hearts light and joyful. Remember, forgiveness doesn't mean you have to reconcile; it's for your peace. Let's add pre-forgiveness to our daily routines, so we can keep living a life full of love, and joy!00:45 - The Concept of Pre-Forgiveness02:00 -

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8:54

Perspective & Privilege

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/27

Today, I want to talk about the privilege of growing older and how a shift in perspective can turn challenges into blessings.00:45 - The Myth of Getting Old01:30 - Challenging Negative Beliefs About Aging05:00 - Privilege of Aging and Shifting Perspectives10:00 - First World Problems and Finding Gratitude13:00 - Affirmation: It's My Privilege14:00 - Conclusion and Call to ActionKey Topics in Today's Episode:The Myth of Getting Old:Discussing how societal beliefs about aging can limit us and why it's

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11:09

Don't Lose your Neutral

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/26

Today, I'm thrilled to share a life lesson inspired by a recent electrical issue at home, reminding us of the importance of maintaining our 'neutral' and the power of rest.00:00 - Morning Motivation and Routine00:47 - Life Lessons from a Poltergeist House01:52 - The Story of Losing Neutral in Electricity05:12 - The Importance of Rest and Neutral in Life05:58 - Affirmation: Don't Lose Your Neutral06:35 - Reflections and GratefulnessKey Topics in Today's Episode: Losing Neutral in Electricity:An

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6:56

Lessons from Everyday Champions

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/24

Today, I'm excited to share a bit about my morning, some inspiring stories, and a reminder of how important it is to follow our passions and stay enthusiastic.00:00 Morning Motivation and Routine00:47 Embracing Possibility Over Familiarity01:52 The Story of Barnes and Edison05:12 Harnessing the Power of Energy and Focus05:58 Affirmation: Leave the Familiar06:35 Monday Motivation and ConclusionKey Topics in Today's Episode:Embracing Possibility Over Familiarity:Most people cling to the familiar

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9:44

Visualizing Happiness

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/20

Thank you for waking up with a happy ass! We come together to grow our minds, bodies, and spirits so we can turn around and make the world a brighter and sweeter place to live for ourselves and for others. Today, I have a lot on my heart and mind to share with you, from miraculous ring lights to the power of visualization and positive affirmations. Let's dive into how we can see and create a beautiful future for ourselves.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Importance of Visualization:Karen discusses the

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8:50

Embracing Life With Joy

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/19

Thank you for waking up with a happy ass! We come together to grow our minds, bodies, and spirits so we can turn around and make the world a brighter and sweeter place to live for ourselves and for others. Today, I’m excited to share a bit about my morning, some inspiring stories, and a reminder of how important it is to follow our passions and stay enthusiastic.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:The Joy of Enthusiasm:Karen talks about the importance of finding things that bring you joy and how

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10:57

Internal Fitness

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/17

Happy Asses, I’m so thrilled you’re joining me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, we're diving into the importance of practicing what we preach, sharing some fun golf stories, and discussing how to maintain our spiritual center. Let's explore how our daily actions can align with our words and how we can grow mind, body, and spirit to make the world a brighter place.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:The Importance of Practicing, Not Just Talking: Karen shares a powerful question from the book Savor by Shauna

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7:16

Rise Above Dizziness

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/13

Welcome to My Happy Ass Life!Good morning, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, we’re diving into overcoming dizziness and embracing love and kindness daily. Let's explore how we can maintain a positive spirit despite physical challenges and spread love to everyone.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Overcoming Dizziness: Karen shares her recent struggles with dizzy spells and the steps she's taking to manage them.Practicing Kindness: The importance of

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9:09

Transform with Forgiveness

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/12

Welcome to My Happy Ass Life!Good morning, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, we’re diving into the practice of forgiveness and how it can transform your life. Let's explore how incorporating forgiveness into your daily rituals can bring more peace and joy into your day!Key Topics in Today’s Episode:The Practice of Forgiveness: How to make forgiveness a daily habit.Morning Rituals: Effective journaling tips inspired by Robin Sharma.Gratitude and

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9:12

Embracing Spontaneous Moments

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/10

Welcome to My Happy Ass Life!Good morning, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, I’m coming to you from the gym's parking lot, ready to talk about the importance of moving your body and how it can energize your life. Let’s explore how daily movement can bring more yay into your day!Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Energize Your Yay: Finding ways to bring more joy and energy into your life.The Power of Movement: Moving your body daily is essential for

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7:30

Energize Your Yay: The Power of Movement

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/06

Welcome to My Happy Ass Life! Good morning, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, I’m coming to you from the parking lot of the gym, ready to talk about the importance of moving your body and how it can energize your life. Let’s explore how daily movement can bring more yay into your day!Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Energize Your Yay: Finding ways to bring more joy and energy into your life.The Power of Movement: Why moving your body daily is

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7:38

Conquering Unrealistic Expectations with Gratitude

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/05

Welcome to My Happy Ass Life! Hi, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, we’re exploring the balance between ambition and reality, and how gratitude can fuel positive change. Join me as I share my journey of managing unrealistic expectations and learning the power of patience and grace.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Balancing Ambition and Reality: Understanding the importance of setting realistic goals.The Power of Gratitude: How gratitude can

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9:29

Redefining Self-Worth Beyond Productivity

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/06/03

Welcome to My Happy Ass Life! Hi, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, we’re diving into the power of conscious growth and how embracing change can lead to a happier, healthier life. Join me as we explore how our choices shape our lives and debunk the myth that people cannot change.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Embracing Change: Understanding that change is possible and essential for personal growth.Conscious Living: How being aware of our actions

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6:03

The Power of Pink Finding Peace in Color

My Happy Ass Life ·

2024/05/29

Hi, Happy Asses! It’s Karen, and I’m so glad you’re here with me on My Happy Ass Life. Today, we're diving into the healing power of nature, simple brain health tips, and the importance of grounding practices for mental clarity and stress reduction.Key Topics in Today’s Episode:Healing Power of Nature: The benefits of spending time outdoors, including faster healing and reduced need for pain medication, based on hospital studies.Embracing the Rain: How rain symbolizes cleansing and renewal, and the

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