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Choosing Happy

Heather Masters

Ready to break free from old patterns and choose joy in a noisy, demanding world? You’re in the right place. The Choosing Happy Podcast is where techies, entrepreneurs, transformational practitioners and creative souls come to reclaim happiness, shake up their mindset, and unlock more meaningful wins—no toxic positivity, just real stories, honest wisdom, and practical tools. Hosted by Heather V Masters, certified trainer, coach, NLP master practitioner, and ex-corporate burnout survivor turned

business entrepreneurship

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08:13

Monday Myth Busting – "The Myth of Work-Life Balance"

Choosing Happy ·

2025/09/15

Episode: Monday Myth Busting – "The Myth of Work-Life Balance"In this timely and liberating episode, Heather V Masters tackles one of the most pervasive myths in modern life: the idea that we should achieve perfect work-life balance. With raw honesty and gentle humour, she shares her own "whirling dervish" days of managing multi-million pound projects, pursuing an MBA, and raising a one-year-old—all while training others on the very time management techniques she couldn't make work for herself. This

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05:58

Fail Forward Friday – "The Wrong Answer, Right Solution"

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2025/09/12

Episode: Fail Forward Friday – "The Wrong Answer, Right Solution"Sometimes the best thing that can happen to your plan is for it to fail completely—it might just be making room for something even better. In this delightfully engaging episode, Heather Masters shares the hilarious and inspiring stories of two spectacular "failures" that became household names: WD-40 and Bubble Wrap. With her signature wit and warmth, she explores how persistence, curiosity, and a willingness to reimagine our flops

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08:56

Wednesday Real Stories: "Unimaginable Choices"

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2025/09/10

Episode: Wednesday Real Stories – "Unimaginable Choices"Summary:In one of her most vulnerable episodes yet, Heather V Masters opens her heart about the impossible decisions life sometimes asks us to make. With raw honesty and gentle wisdom, she shares the story of caring for both parents while facing unthinkable choices about end-of-life care—and the guilt that followed. This isn't just about loss; it's about finding courage in our darkest moments and learning to forgive ourselves when there are no

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07:48

“Trust Me, I’m a…” – The Authority Trap

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2025/09/08

This week on this Monday's Choosing Happy Podcast, Heather V Masters busts one of the trickiest myths in personal growth and entrepreneurship: the idea that “experts,” authority figures, or even well-meaning loved ones know what’s best for us. With warmth, vulnerability, and her trademark British wit (yes, there’s a bit about the dog’s pension!), Heather shares how taking someone else’s advice once landed her in court—and why, when things go pear-shaped, it’s always you left picking up the

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07:33

Fail Forward Friday - "When to Push Through vs When...

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2025/09/05

Episode SummaryIn this raw and revealing Fail Forward Friday episode, Heather shares two contrasting stories from her own business journey: why she persisted with her Sunday newsletter after two years of declining engagement, and why she completely pivoted away from YouTube after a controversial interview led to algorithmic exile. Through these parallel experiences, she explores the crucial difference between productive persistence and digital self-harm.The StoriesThe Newsletter Journey: After 88

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11:06

Wednesday Real Stories: The Gift Bus and the Hat That...

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2025/09/03

Episode DescriptionIn this heartfelt episode of the Choosing Happy Podcast, Heather V Masters shares a touching story from her remote village about how slowing down to truly see and connect with others transforms even the most frustrating moments into acts of kindness and community.From an inefficient, twice-weekly community bus ride where strangers become a small travelling family, to a simple act of buying a sun hat for someone in need, Heather uncovers the profound beauty and power of presence,

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05:44

Monday Myth Busting - The Tough Love Trap

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2025/09/01

In this empowering episode of the Choosing Happy Podcast, Heather V Masters busts the damaging myth that being hard on yourself leads to better results. Drawing on the latest psychological research, Heather reveals why harsh self-criticism actually fuels anxiety, depression, burnout, and procrastination — and how self-compassion is the real key to sustainable motivation and success.Join Heather as she shares candid reflections on battling her inner critic and practical tools like the 'Inner Mentor

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07:20

Fail Forward Friday - Life's Greatest Plot Twist

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2025/08/29

What if the worst day of your life turned out to be the best thing to ever happen to you? Today, I’m diving into my own story of getting fired from a job I adored, and how that seemingly devastating moment became the catalyst for my wild adventure into coaching and transformation. Trust me, I didn’t see it coming either! We’re chatting about the three Rs of radical trust: resisting the urge to find immediate meaning, releasing our attachment to how life “should” be, and receiving those unexpected

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06:36

When Fear Almost Stole My Magic

Choosing Happy ·

2025/08/27

Episode 122: Wednesday Real Stories - "When Fear Almost Stole My Magic"Duration: Approximately 6-8 minutesHost: Heather V MastersShow: Choosing Happy PodcastEpisode SummaryIn this deeply moving Wednesday Real Stories episode, Heather shares a powerful late-night tube encounter that transformed her understanding of fear, trust, and human kindness. Through vulnerable storytelling about a moment when choosing openness over fear led to an unforgettable act of spontaneous kindness from strangers, she

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07:29

Monday Myth Busting: The "Do More, Take Massive...

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2025/08/25

Monday Myth Busting - The "Do More, Take Massive Action" LieIn this raw and honest Monday Myth Busting episode, Heather tackles one of the biggest lies in entrepreneurship and personal development: that "massive action" equals success. Through vulnerable storytelling about her own addiction to doing, she reveals why frantic activity often masks deeper identity issues and keeps us stuck in cycles of exhaustion and self-sabotage.Key Topics CoveredThe psychology behind "doing addiction" and why it

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11:45

Fail Forward Friday - When Your Anthem Saves Your Life

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2025/08/22

Episode SummaryIn this deeply personal Friday Fail Forward episode, Heather shares her journey through one of her darkest periods - when suicidal thoughts felt overwhelming and her dog's broken leg pushed her to breaking point. Discover how personal anthems became her lifeline and learn practical ways to use music and movement as tools for mental health recovery.Content Warning: This episode discusses suicidal ideation and mental health struggles. Please listen with care and seek professional

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09:26

From Fear to Freedom: My Journey Through Crisis...

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2025/08/20

"From Fear to Freedom: My Journey Through Decision Making in a Crisis"In today's Wednesday Real Stories episode of the Choosing Happy Podcast, Heather V Masters shares a deeply personal journey through the paralysing uncertainty faced while caring for her parents in crisis. With raw honesty and warmth, Heather explores the grip of decision paralysis and reveals how finding courage in the midst of chaos can create momentum and clarity—even when the path forward seems blocked by fear and doubt.Through

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10:23

Why Trying to Prove Yourself Guarantees Failure — And...

Choosing Happy ·

2025/08/18

In this week’s Myth Busting Monday episode, Heather unpacks the exhausting and toxic myth that we must constantly prove ourselves to be worthy and successful. Through personal stories and hard truths, Heather reveals how the relentless chase to prove yourself fuels anxiety, imposter syndrome, and that nagging ‘not enough’ feeling.Listeners will hear about the self-development hamster wheel—endless courses and gurus promising to fix what isn’t broken—and why these often mask the real issue: lack of

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11:49

Friday Fail Forward - The To-Do List Trap

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2025/08/15

Ever feel like a productivity failure because you can't get through your daily to-do list? You're not broken - you're just human. In this episode, Heather breaks down the science behind why we're terrible at estimating time and shares practical strategies to stop the self-sabotage cycle.What You'll LearnWhy we overestimate what we can do in a day but underestimate what we can achieve in a yearThe "planning fallacy" and how it's sabotaging your productivityHow to audit your persistent tasks:

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11:06

Wednesday Wisdom: Are Your Stories Costing You...

Choosing Happy ·

2025/08/13

Alright, folks! Buckle up because today, we’re diving into the wild world of the invisible stories that run our lives, and trust me, they can get a little wacky! I’m talking about those assumptions we cling to like a child to a teddy bear, thinking they’re keeping us safe when really, they’re just holding us back. Remember that time I dressed like I was about to conquer Mount Everest, only to step outside and melt faster than an ice cream cone on a summer day? Yeah, that’s a perfect metaphor for how

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12:35

Three Uncomfortable Truths About Monday Motivation

Choosing Happy ·

2025/08/11

Right, grab your brew because I'm about to ruin Monday motivation for you forever.Today we're tackling three uncomfortable truths about why all that "Monday motivation" content is actually keeping you more stuck than a pair of skinny jeans after Christmas dinner. And honestly? You'll thank me for it.I'm sharing my own Monday morning disaster - where I spent more time consuming motivation than actually doing anything that mattered. Because here's the thing about running a podcast called "Choosing

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17:15

Your Fear Is Fake - Here's What's Really Stopping You

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2025/07/18

Your Fear Is Fake - Here's What's Really Stopping YouLet’s dive into the good stuff right off the bat: this week, we're tackling the sneaky shame monster lurking in the corners of our minds and how it's been running the show more than we'd like to admit.I’m Heather Masters, and trust me, if you’ve ever felt like you’re not good enough or you’ve sabotaged your own success, you’re not alone—this is the kind of chat we all need! We’re peeling back the layers on why shame is often the real culprit

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25:32

Why 'Why' Is Just a Fancy Excuse to Stay Stuck!

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2025/07/10

Intro:Ever felt like throwing in the towel on something you love? Well, this week, I’m sharing my own wild ride of contemplating quitting the podcast! Spoiler alert: it’s not just me feeling like I’m whistling into the void—many of us are grappling with the shifts happening around us, and it’s time to explore the big ol' “why.” But hold onto your hats, because we’re diving deeper than just the “whys” of our struggles. I’ll chat about how getting stuck in the why can be a fancy form of

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11:48

Let's Get Happy: The Power of Connection to Help You...

Choosing Happy ·

2025/07/03

IntroWelcome to this weeks episode!Let's dive into the good stuff, shall we? This week, we're all about the magic of community and how it supercharges our happiness! Yup, you heard it right—building those connections isn’t just nice; it’s essential for our mental and physical well-being. Heather Masters is here to sprinkle some wisdom on why reaching out to others can transform our lives from lonely to lively! We’ll be chatting about practical tips to forge those bonds—think rituals, shared

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17:42

Do You Live, Love, and Matter? Finding Your Value in...

Choosing Happy ·

2025/06/27

IntroThis week I go free flow on a topic that I believe is important right now - recognising and knowing that you matter, your contribution matters, your work matters, your life matters...Feeling a bit lost or like your life doesn’t matter? Well, buckle up, because we’re diving deep into the big questions today! I’m Heather Masters, and in this episode, we’re tackling the essentials of life: Did you live? Did you love? Did you matter? It’s a stream of consciousness kinda vibe as we explore the chaos

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