Happiness Journey with Dr Dan

Jan Dalton is the co-founder of eBars and a key force behind its operations, culture, and product integrity. Aformer corporate interior designer and single mother, she brings resilience, precision, and a deep commitment to creating products that genuinely serve and nourishpeople. David Dalton is a lifelong entrepreneur and co-founder ofeBars, where he's spent over a decade developing Wholeceuticals, wholefoodsupplements designed to support the body using real, organic ingredients rather than synthetic compounds. His work is focused on restoring a more natural approach to health and performance.#drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Paul Davis is the founder and lead consultant at Davis Business Consultants with a focus on helping entrepreneurs build a better business, a better life and a better world. With over 23 years of experience in business growth, mindset transformation, human behaviour, purpose, personal development, and successcoaching, Paul has helped countless entrepreneurs and business owners achieve outstanding results.  He is also a three-time best-selling author, an award-winning business growth consultant and professional speaker, the creator of The Genius Code™- a blueprint for personal mastery and is dedicated to helping individuals discover their innate genius, and make a profound impact with their business.#drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

As a thriving adult of childhood abuse, Ana is makingefforts to educate people about her healing journey and spread a message of hope to people she encounters who also went through similar experiences. She documents her journey to healing in this book.Ana helps adults find their own path to positive change in their lives through her coaching business, www.FindCourageToChange.com.Ana is also a founder of Christian Professionals of Atlanta (www.cpofatl.com), a networking organization focused on bringing Atlanta's leaders together to achieve a positive impact on homeless women. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Dani Forrest is an author, mentor and educator. She received a B.A. from Wellesley College in English literature, a J.D. from LoyolaLaw School, a teaching credential from CaliforniaState University, Northridge and is a certified Pilates and yoga instructor. She has worked with individuals and families affected by alcoholism and addiction as well as others seeking the emotional sobriety and empowerment necessary for navigating an increasingly imbalanced world. Her current focus is on systems, power and consequences, with aparticular eye to the lived experiences of Generations Jones and X.Gregory Copploe is a multi-talented artist, author, and entrepreneur dedicated to sparking creativity and authenticity in others. A four-time American Art Awardwinner and accomplished gallery artist, his work is celebrated for its evocative depictions of nature—particularly his signature clouds and seascapes—as well as his cinematic cityscapes.His creative journey is anchored by a distinguished 25-year career in Hollywood, where he served as the Director of Special Events at Sony Pictures. These deeproots in the entertainment industry, combined with a BA in Theatre from UCLA, provided the foundation for his unique ability to blend high-level productionwith intimate artistic expression.Gregory is the CEO and Founder of Stir Up The Paint, a premier paint-and-sip and team-building company. Through this venture, he makes art accessible andmeaningful, helping individuals and organizations unlock their potential through experiential learning.Beyond the canvas, Gregory is a published author of transformative works, including The Art of Being Whole and I Am Pink. He is currently working on his third book for all ages, Joy of the Journey. His writing and speaking engagements emphasize mindfulness, resilience, and the courage to live a life aligned with one's inner voice, inspiring others to move through the "labyrinth" of life with passion and joy. 

Holly Porter, Hon. Ph.D. is a spiritual entrepreneur,author of Near Death SHIFT, and survivor of a profound near-death experience during a 70-day COVID hospitalization. Her journey through realms oflight and angelic guidance inspires others to embrace purpose, healing, and transformation. Connect with Hollyat https://linktr.ee/hollyporter. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan, #ddanmotivation,#inspiringinterviews,

Garrett Wood is a clinical hypnotherapist and executive well-being coach specializing in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills and subconscious belief change. Since 2007, he has worked with high-achieving professionals, leaders, and entrepreneurs to help them regulatestress, shift limiting beliefs, and recover from burnout. His approach integrates DBT emotional regulation skills with hypnotherapy to help clients access deeper cognitive and physiological change than traditional talk-basedapproaches alone.Through more than 20,000 coaching and hypnotherapy sessions with clients across the United Statesand internationally, Garrett helps high performers develop practical tools for emotional regulation, resilience, and sustainable success. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Linda Feig Knipe retired in 2017 from a career as a highschool counselor. She has three Feig sons, two Knipe bonus sons, and ten grandchildren. She comes from a large, close-knit family.Married to her sweetheart, Bob, until his recent passing, she carries on his legacy of supporting community betterment projects and volunteerism. Knipe is an active Rotarian and church member among other pursuits, and is blessed with many friendships. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from State University of New York at Potsdam and a Master's Degree and Certificate of Advanced Studies in Counselor Education from SUNY University at Buffalo.She has a published essay in the 2022 women's anthology, Depression Lied to Me, published by Stephan Neff, M.D. She is a first time author of Braving Therapy, Rape,Buried Trauma and the Triumphant Journey Over PTSD.  Knipe's goal in life has always been to raise people up. Herprofessional background was in social work and as a chapter executive with the American Red Cross until she pursued her Counselor Education masters degree.During her graduate studies she developed PTSD from rapes experienced years before and found herself on a journey of self-discovery and healing, which aredetailed in her book.  While Braving Therapy is part memoir, it is divided up and written as lessons learned and a companion to those who are on their own journey of healing.Knipe is a Western New Yorker; much of her writing is done between visits with her grandchildren and family at her cottage on the shores of LakeOntario.She loves exploring the globe and meeting interesting friends. This is her first book. For more information, go to lfeigknipe.com #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Tsvety Roo is a global speaker, podcaster, designer, and photographer who traded a17+ year high-earning creative career for a one-way ticket to explore the world.Over the past three years, she's lived & visited 43 countries, embracing a minimalist, nomadic lifestyle in pursuit of deeper creativity, connection, andpersonal transformation.Her talks and storytelling focus on mindset shifts, overcoming fear, redefining success, and transforming loneliness into empowering solitude. Tsvety's missionis to inspire others to step outside the boxes society places us in and start living more boldly, curiously, and intentionally. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Lauren Fonvielle is an accredited Emotional FreedomTechniques (EFT) Master Trainer, specializing in helping clients overcome stress, anxiety, trauma, and negative thought patterns. With extensive trainingthrough EFT International, Lauren empowers individuals to use EFT for emotional and physical healing. She also integrates yoga, meditation, and sound healinginto her practice, offering a holistic approach to wellness. Lauren is committed to creating a supportive space for personal growth, helping clientsachieve emotional resilience and inner peace. Website: https://www.mindshiftwithlauren.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MindshiftWithLaurenLink to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Sharon van Sprang is the founder of NewLeadersMovement and the author of Beyond the Ceiling: Breaking the Glass Ceiling Without Breaking Yourself. She helps managers, entrepreneurs, and leaders break free from fear-based patterns and step into confident, regulated leadership. Sharon's work is rootedin her own journey of overcoming self-doubt, stage fear, and imposter syndrome.Through deep inner work, she created the ResetCode System, a practical method for interrupting survival patterns and restoring clarity and control. Central to her approach is the “Give Me 90 Seconds”principle, a powerful tool for nervous system regulation and intentional response. Sharon believesgrowth comes through change, and change comes through courageous effort. Her work supports leaders at every stage, from overwhelm to empowereddecision-making. Learn more through her webinars and masterclasses at newleadersmovement.com or follow her on Instagram @sharonempowersgreatness. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,   

Naomi Morad is a trauma-informed psychosomaticpractitioner who helps people heal trauma at the root - especially when it shows up as anxiety, depression, attachment patterns, or feeling stuck. Herwork is grounded in a simple truth: many “symptoms” are signals that the nervous system is still carrying old experiences.Using Brainspotting, Parts Work, and Inner ChildHealing, Naomi supports clients in gently accessing what's beneath the surface, identifying the protective patterns formed in survival mode, and creating theconditions for real regulation and change. As the nervous system settles, people often experience more clarity, steadiness, and a deeper sense of connection to themselves.Naomi has a gift for making deep healing feelaccessible, human, and safe - and for helping people come back home to who they truly are. Link to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Jason is a men's embodiment coach, group facilitator,certified No More Mr. Nice Guy coach, and evolutionary guide. He helps men drop in and wake up to deeper clarity in their life's purpose and relationships. He believes every man should be in a men's group for the growth and support opportunities they provide.https://evolutionary.menLink to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Jen Hardy is a transformational speaker, coach and trainer who helps high-stress professionals move from burnout to clarity and recapture their joy. As COO of The Academy of MotivAction®, she's led over 1,500 hours of live workshops, retreats and keynotes focused on emotional resilience, communication, and self-leadership. Her work centers on restoring human connection in high-pressure environments, because success means nothing if we lose ourselves in the process. Linkto episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Happiness journey with Dr Dan podcast: Season 32  Ep 7: Special Guest, expert in the Laws ofAttraction and the existence of Divine intelligence, Dr Hank SeitzDr. Hank is a mental scientist and has discovered how Lifeplays and how You can have Life play the way You want it!He is also an ordained minister that has helped him understand how the Divineplays in this co-creative dance of Life!Dr. Hank has channeled the perfect system to help all of Us think better, feelbetter, and create the Life of Our dreams!This $1,000 system is free to You by simply emailing Dr. Hank atDrHankSeitz.com Dr. Hank is a top selling and award winning author of 24 books including “TheHappiest Man In The World!”, “Easy Money, Easy Life!”, and “Your Royal Path ToRiches!” 

At first glance, Stacie might look like any otheraccomplished woman well over 60. But behind those glasses and soft smile is a powerhouse who's acquired a $50 million software company with no cash upfront,implemented the first desktop computers to a massive U.S. government agency and, became a sought-after federal procurement expert with no formal training,owned a construction company, worked in hospitality, and raised a herd of llamas for 12 years in rural America.Stacie is the queen of reinvention. After her 28-year marriage ended, she embarked on a spiritual journey that led to the creation of Modern Consciousness® and her Amazon bestselling book, Treasure Map toJoy™.With a practical, down-to-earth approach, Stacie guides people through structured self-discovery to chart their own path to joy. She doesn't tell people what to do—she helps them find the answers within through deep questions wrapped in compassion and curiosity. Her superpower? Creating order from chaosand helping people truly understand themselves.If Stacie had one piece of advice, it would be this: calm your emotional triggers. It's life-changing.  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Dr. Foojan Zeine is an international speaker, author, andpsychotherapist with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She holds a graduate certificate in Human Behavior from HarvardExtension School and specializes in intimate relationships and addictive behaviors. Withextensive experience treating depression, anxiety, trauma, and domestic violence, Dr. Zeine is recognized as a leading expert in online therapy and haspublished widely in the fields of psychology and human behavior. She is the originator of Awareness Integration Theory (AIT)—a multi-modality psychologicaland educational approach designed to reduce depression and anxiety while enhancing self-esteem and self-confidence. Dr. Zeine is the founder of the International AwarenessIntegration Institute, which provides virtual psychotherapy, multimodality services, training, and certification for psychotherapists, coaches, andeducators in AIT. She is also the co-founder of the Foojan App, a global platform offering AI-based mental wellness tools to the public, featuring an AI-trained chatbot named MIRA. She serves as a lecturer/professor at California StateUniversity, Long Beach, and Université Paris Cité, and is the author or co-author of seven books and 25 peer-reviewed journal articles.Dr. Zeine also hosts the podcast “Inner Voice – A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan” and is a frequent keynote speaker at major universities, including Harvard, MIT, UCLA, USC, and UCSB.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Jenna Udenberg is a lifelong resident from theNorthshore of Minnesota and is a former music educator of 19 years. She has used a manual wheelchair since the age of 8 due to Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Jenna is a 2017 Blandin Foundation Community Leader, a 2020 BushFellow, and a 2025 Shannon Leadership Institute Fellow. Writing for the Lake County Press in her column, Local View from 4 foot 2, inspires vulnerability and the sharing of lived experiences from the seated perspective. Within My Spokes: A Tapestry of Pain, Growth& Freedom is Jenna's published memoir which you can find on the A&BWU website, on Amazon or wherever you find your books. In her free time, you can find Jenna outdoors on paved trails or fishing with friends, playing board and card games, as well as coaching the Robo Dweebs, a LEGO robotics team. Jenna is the founder of the non-profit, Above & Beyond With U, which works toincrease accessibility and inclusion in Minnesotaand beyond.  Link to episodecan be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Patrick is an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner who has transitioned to personal coaching. He has8 years of experience working in substance abuse treatment. Patrick has been sober and in recovery since the age of 19. After nearly 20 years of sobriety,years of therapy, reading self-help books, and going on spiritual retreats, he still felt like the young, wounded child of his youth; consumed with self-hate,pessimism, insecurities, anger issues, and constantly worrying about everything. While attending a live event that he discovered through a podcast,he admitted to a room full of people that he didn't love himself and he couldn't understand why. Patrick was introduced to new material that has completely shifted his life over the past 3 years. Helearned what was at the root of his self-destructive actions along with uncovering the exact nature of his misguided beliefs. Patrick's mission is toprovide men with a new structured process and a safe place where they can be vulnerable.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness, 

Gretchen Schoser is the owner of Schoser Talent andWellness Solutions, where she helps small and midsize businesses build healthier, more human workplaces. With over 45 years of combined business experience, she blends talent strategy, employee wellness, and practical change management. Gretchen specializes in recruiting, onboarding, and workplace mental health, especially for organizations navigating growth or burnout. Sheis also the award-winning co-host and business manager of the mental health podcast Sh!t That Goes On In Our Heads. Through raw conversations and a lot oflaughter, she works to normalize mental health struggles and reduce stigma. Gretchen is a suicide attempt survivor who openly sharesher lived experience to help others feel less alone. Her work is rooted in compassion, honesty, and the belief that systems and people deserve equal care.She brings both strategic insight and deep empathy into every room she enters.Gretchen is passionate about creating workplaces where people can thrive, not just survive. At her core, she's a connector, advocate, and champion for real conversations that lead to real change.Link to episodecan be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Elsie Gilmore is a writer, activist, and creative entrepreneur who explores joy, community, and resilience in the face of capitalism. She is the author of Howto Find Joy in a Capitalist Hellscape and creates satirical, thought-provoking projects that challenge billionaire culture while celebrating human connection.Through her books, art, and community-based initiatives, Elsie blends humor with sharp critique, helping readers imagine alternatives to systems that no longer serve us. Elsie holds a master's degree in environmental law and policy from Vermont LawSchool. She began herwriting journey as an early blogger whose voice was both persistent and passionate. She currently publishes a weekly Substack publication, Sunday Mornings in Bed. With a career spanning twenty years as a web developer and the founder of Women With Moxie, a women's networking company, Elsie has worn many hats. From Vermont farm girl to multi-business owner and now a published author, she continues to pursue her passions.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Dr. Jeanne Retief is a former international human rights expert turned skincare founder. After beingdiagnosed with Panic Disorder in 2015, she left a high-pressure legal career to prioritize her health and healing. In this episode, Jeanne shares what it reallyfeels like to live with anxiety, how it shows up daily, and the practical tools that help her manage it. Her journey is a powerful example of finding peace,purpose, and softness—even in the midst of panic.  Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Tina is passionate about being a Ghost Helper: teaching the living how to help the dead. She wants to empower us all to help all ghosts: this is the compassion we will want for ourselves, by using The Crossing OverPrayer™ on GhostHelpers.com and in “The Crossing Over Prayer Book©.” When a psychic only connects to a dead person, the ghost does not receive the criticalassistance they desperately need. Tina has studied metaphysics all her life, gaining insight into the mystical world of magic and spirituality. The authorof nine books on metaphysics, her writing comes from an intense desire to know and understand the hard science behind the unseen world of action and reactioncombined with a sincere desire to share this understanding with other knowledgeseekers. Her lifelong studies into the deeper meaning of events and actionswere further enhanced by the experiences of a dynamic 20-year career in the Navy, working for the U.S. Submarine Force, retiring at the Commander level.  Link to episodecan be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Rogers Follansbee, PhD, graduated from the Universidad de Navarra (Pamplona, Spain) with a master's degree in philosophy. In 1971, he acquired a master's degree inclinical psychology from the Universidad de Madrid. From 1969 to 1974, during his post-graduate studies at the Universidad de Navarra, he instructed undergraduates in “The History of Psychology” and “Psycho Diagnostics.” He also held graduate seminars where his emerging theory was introduced. In 1974 Rogers successfullydefended his dissertation, “La Teoría de la Relacionabilidad,” and graduated Summa Cum Laude.In the 1970s, he married, and in 1980, moved with his family to the United States, where he continued to develop his Theory of Relationability (now StructuredPsychology). Dr. Follansbee and his wife Carmen split their time between homes in northern Spain and southern California. Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Cheryl Murphy is an internationally recognized EvidentialMedium, Psychic, and Spiritual Teacher known for her compassionate accuracy and healing energy. With over 20 years in metaphysics, she connects the physicaland spiritual realms to share messages of love, hope, and validation. An ordained minister and certified hypnotherapist, Cheryl also works as a medicalintuitive and animal communicator. Through readings, mentorship, and teaching, she helps others find peace, clarity, and connection with Spirit. Her missionis to awaken intuition and remind people that love never dies. She founded The Healing Prayer Circle and co-authored The Last Breath: True Stories ofMediumship, the Afterlife & Messages from Heaven. Cheryl's work continues to inspire spiritual growth and transformation worldwide.Link to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Anne Butler Montgomery has worked as a televisionsportscaster, newspaper and magazine writer, teacher, author, and amateur sports official. She worked for five TV stations, including ESPN in Bristol, Connecticut,where she anchored the Emmy and ACE award-winning SportsCenter. Her novels include Your Forgotten Sons, The Castle, A Light in the Desert, Wild Horses on the Salt, The Scent of Rain, and Wolf Catcher.Montgomery taught journalism and communication skills in a Title I high school for 20 years and was an amateur sports official for four decades, a time during which she called baseball, ice hockey, soccer, and basketball games and served as a high school football referee and crew chief. Montgomery is a foster mom to four sons and a daughter. When she can, she indulges in her passions:rock collecting, scuba diving, and playing her guitar. She splits her time between Phoenix, Arizonaand St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands.Link to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy, #drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,   

Peter Andersen has been passionate about writing since childhood, building a career as a journalist, teacher, editor, manager, freelancer, and technical writer. He spent over 30 years creating technical documentation for Microsoft and other software firms. Now, he writes Damn Good Things and conducts life story interviews at a local retirement community.The idea for Damn Good Things was inspired by a diary entry about a rollercoaster ride with his father that ended with the words, “What a damn good thing for me and my dad to do!” That moment sparked his exploration ofexperiences that make us feel fully alive. Through his writing, Peter highlights the beauty in life's simple, vivid moments — from a loyal old dog's excitement at dinner to a childhood memory that still warms the heart.Link to episode can be found here:   #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Cyndee is a poet, writer, and former special educationteacher with over 25 years of experience. Her life journey has included many roles—mother, counselor, widow, and survivor. Battling multiple illnesses suchas lupus, chronic kidney disease, and anemia, she spent over 11 years in a wheelchair and faced near-death experiences multiple times. Unable to takemedication due to severe allergies, her recovery is seen as nothing short of miraculous. Despite her struggles, she has helped countless othersthrough their own challenges. Considered a living inspiration and medical enigma, Cyndee believes life is both miracle and magic—filled with beauty,light, and meaning. She reminds us never to let life's hardships define who we are, because there's only one YOU.Link to the episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Esther is a health industry veteran with 20 years ofexperience, passionately helping people stop starting over so they can build the consistency and confidence to create the kind of life they want — startingwith their health. She is a health & lifestyle coach and the host of a podcast, and author of a best-selling book, both called To Your Health.In her 20s, despite being a personal trainer and nutrition coach, she wrestled with an all-or-nothing approach—swinging between strict diets, overexercising,and overeating, pouring energy into her health without seeing the results she felt she deserved. That struggle taught her the value of consistency andbalance, a middle ground she now lives daily, juggling a business, family, and health goals while prioritizing mental, physical, and emotional well-being overthe scale.Through her work, Esther shares practical tools and new ways of thinking to help audiences focus on what matters, lean on those who can help, and take compassionate ownership of the process. Her audiences leave empowered and motivated to build sustainable habits that enhance every part of life.Link to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Lisa Sugarman is an author and three-time survivor of suicide loss. A passionate mental health advocate, sheserves as a crisis counselor with The Trevor Project and a storyteller with NAMI, using her lived experience to help others heal through connection. She's the founder of The HelpHUB™, a free online resource hub for mentalhealth support, treatment options, and crisis services.Lisa is the author of Surviving: Finding Hope After Suicide Loss (2026) and several other books on parentingand resilience, and cohosts The Survivors Podcast, which shares real stories of hope and recovery. She facilitates Safe Place, a support group for suicide loss survivors, and serves on the board of Samaritans Southcoast in Boston.Her writing has been featured in major outlets including Healthline, TODAY Parents, Thrive Global, The Washington Post, and Psychology Today. A former syndicated columnist, Lisa continues to speak and write widely on suicide, grief, and mental health.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Robert Wolf M.D., grew up as the only child of Ervin and Judit Wolf. Their stories of their escape from communist Hungary, and his father's tragic history of escaping the Nazis twice but having his own parents deported to Auschwitz, inspired Robert to document his parents' talesand share those stories with Jewish groups and others throughout the United States. In "Not a Real Enemy," Robert shares his family saga-and the forgotten history of the nearly half million Hungarian Jews who were deported and killed during the Holocaust-through an epic and inspiring tale of daring escapes, terrifying oppression, tragedy, and triumph. Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Gina Economopoulos was born in Syosset, NY,to a strong Italian and Greek-loving family. She graduated from Eastern CT State University and bartended before embarking on a 12-year convent journeyafter her mother's passing. Settled on the Jersey Shore,Gina now works as an End-of-Life Doula, extending her compassionate heart to those in their final chapter. She found solace in sobriety as a proud Alcoholics Anonymous member, and her story of resilience through tragedy andfaith inspires others to face life's challenges. Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,   

Matt Gerlach is a transformational coach who helps high-achieving entrepreneurs and executives overcome burnout and create lives that feel as good as they look.After building multiple 7-figure businesses and generating over $100M in career sales, he hit a breaking point—burned out, anxious, and disconnected. A healthcrisis and years of inner work, including therapy, trauma resolution, and spiritual study, revealed the perfectionism and pressure fueling his exhaustion.Today, Matt combines over a decade of healing and entrepreneurial experience in his bespoke coaching practice. He works one-on-one with leaders to release stress, reconnect with themselves, and redefine success on their own terms. His mission is to help clients build businesses and lives that are not only prosperous butalso sustainable and deeply fulfilling.Matt lives in Los Angeles with his husband, David, and their French bulldog, Bruno.Linkto episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

W. Terry Whalin understands both sides of the editorial desk--as an editor and a writer. He worked as a magazine editor, and his magazine work has appeared in more than 50 publications.A former literary agent, Terry is an Acquisitions Editor at Morgan James Publishing.He has written more than 60 nonfiction books for traditional publishers.Several of his books have sold over 100,000 copies. To help writers catch the attention of editors and agents, Terry wrote his bestselling Book Proposals That $ell, 21Secrets To Speed Your Success. His website is at:www.terrywhalin.com.Connect with Terry on Twitter and LinkedIn. He lives in Orange County, California. Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

In 1970, while playing football at Cornell University,Ken Kunken sustained a spinal cord injury that left him a quadriplegic. Despite this, he became the first quadriplegic to graduate from Cornell, later earningadvanced degrees from Cornell, Columbia, and a law degree from Hofstra University. Ken began his career at Abilities Inc., counseling and advocatingfor individuals with disabilities, before serving over 40 years as an Assistant District Attorney in NassauCounty, where he rose to Deputy Bureau Chief. He received numerous honors, including the Long IslandRehabilitation Association's “Rehabilitant of the Year,” the Thomas E. Ryan Jr. Award, the George M. Estabrook Distinguished Service Award, and induction intothe Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame. His legacy is honored through awards in his name, including the Kenneth J. Kunken Award established in 2023 by the NassauCounty DA's Office. In 2023, he published his memoir, I Dream of Things That Never Were: The Ken Kunken Story. Beyond his professional impact, Ken is a devoted husband to Anna and father of triplet sons, Joey, Jimmy, and Timmy.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Hands of Gold showcases Roni Robbins' nearly 40 yearsas a published writer, including roles as a staff reporter and freelancer for major outlets. She currently reports for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Medscape/WebMD, where she was also an editor. Her work has appeared in The Huffington Post, Forbes, New York Daily News, Adweek, WebMD, and Healthline, among others. Robbins has interviewed notable figures from CEOs and politiciansto Wolf Blitzer, Andy Gibb, Hank Aaron, and Usher. Hands of Gold won the 2023 International Book Awardfor multicultural fiction and the 2023 Global Book Awards gold medal for biographical-survival. It was also a finalist in the 2024 American Legacy Awards and the 2022 American Fiction Awards, earning a 5-star Readers' ChoiceAward in 2023. The novel reached the quarterfinals in the Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award contest. Beyond fiction, Robbins has earned three Simon RockowerAwards for Jewish journalism and additional honors from ASBPE, The State Bar of Georgia, and multiple press associations.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

ANTHONY J. MOHR served for twenty-six years as a judge on the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.He also sat as a judge pro tem on the California Court of Appeal. In January 2021, he became a fellow at the Advanced Leadership Initiative at Harvard Universityand is now a senior editor of the Harvard ALI Social Impact Review. His stories and essays have received five Pushcart Prize nominations. He has worked on the staffs of Evening Street Review, Fifth Wednesday Journal, Hippocampus Magazine, and Under the Sun.#drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

JOHN DAVID GRAHAM is the founder of Good Samaritan Home, a housing / mentoring program that over the past 24 years has helped 2,500 men and women restarttheir lives after prison. Prior to that he spent thirty years going down various career detours, developing what he calls the “calloused hands and tender heart” needed to help people through a crisis. John Graham's recent novel, RUNNING AS FAST AS I CAN, that tells the “second chance journey” of Daniel Robinson, has garnered 41 awards for literary and inspirationalfiction.He gives all the credit for the success of Good Samaritan Home, and the completion of his novel, to Kathy, his wife of forty-eight years. “She has given me thestrength to go on whenever the going seemed impossible. She has been, and always will be, my best friend.”  https://goodsamaritanhome.org/ #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Susan Hensley is a transformational coach, speaker, andauthor dedicated to helping people navigate life's transitions with joy, creativity, and resilience. With decades of experience as a corporate executiveand leadership coach, Susan has a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities that come with major life changes.Drawing on her extensive background in HR, coaching, and journalism, Susan's mission is to empower people to unlock their inner wisdom, creativity, and sense of play during times of uncertainty and change. Throughworkshops, speaking engagements, and one-on-one coaching, she guides clients to rediscover their authentic selves and infuse their lives with more color,meaning, and joy.#drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Dr. Dean Sunseri, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, is the author of A Roadmap to the Soul,a powerful guide to inner transformation. With a Doctorate in Practical Ministry, a Master's in Theology, and a Master's in Mental Health Counseling, Dr. Sunseri brings a wealth of expertise to his work with individuals andcouples. For over 30 years, he has passionately helped clients achieve lasting personal growth that positively impacts their relationships, communities, andbeyond. His profound insights and practical tools make him an ideal guest for any podcast focused on mental health, spiritual growth, or transformationalchange.  You can find their book, A Roadmap to the Soul, and Coaching Program, Transform U at www.IHaveAVoice.comLink to episode can be found here:  #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,   

Diane S Speier, PhD, practices psychotherapy and hypnotherapy, specializing in perinatal psychotherapy, Somatic Attachment Therapy and Somatic Stress Release. She is also an energy medicine practitioner, helping people balance and harmonize their energies in ways that empower them to heal and take charge of theirhealth.  Before immigrating to the UK, Diane was the founder/director of The Family Tree Centre for Parents in New York, offering classes, groups, and workshops for prospective and new parents for 20 years. Dianeis the author of the book Life After Birth: A Parent's Holistic Guide for Thriving in the Fourth Trimester (PraeclarusPress, 2019) drawing on her 45+ years of experience to help parents make a smooth transition from pregnancy to parenthood. Digital Doula®2.0, its companion app, is designed to complement and supplement the book with additional material and resources not included in the book, and brings the links in the book to life. It is availablein the App Store and Google Play. Diane has created an online course called 8 Keys forThriving in the Fourth Trimester: Unlocking the Potential for the Postpartum Period, an exciting 8-module preparation for life after birth covering the full range of experiences new parents encounter. Diane is an international speaker at conferences on a range of subjects related to childbirth, the postnatal period, perinatal mental health, and parenting.Link to full episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Adriene Caldwell is the author of Unbroken: Life Outside the Lines. While her childhood and early adult life might have been tumultuous, Adriene is now happily married to a wonderful man and living a life she couldonly dream of when she was young.   Adriene's daughter,currently at university, was, is, and will always be a handful and Adriene wouldn't have it any other way. She is blessed to now live a rather bland life filled with family and friends and is a firm believer in the idea that ‘boringis underrated.'Link to full episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,   

Ray Martin, aka The Daily Explorer, is an entrepreneur and award-winning business leader. As a coach, mentor, facilitator, speaker, writer, and mindfulness teacher, heis a torchbearer for greater human consciousness. He courageously explores both his external and internal world daily in pursuit of greater insight and wisdomabout life, for himself and others. He created the Calling All Angels Foundation and runs marathons to raise money for causes he believes in, which have included an orphanage in Nepal and an elephant sanctuary in Thailand.Whatever he does, his mission is to bring more joy and happiness into the world.For more information, please click on his link www.lifewithoutatie.com  and access his book and other valuable information.  Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Brian Hite, PhD is a veteran Hollywood stunt performer with more than 130 film and TV credits and a Screen Actors Guild Award for his work on 24. He recentlydoubled Nick Offerman in the feature film Sovereign and is currently doubling Chris O'Donnell on 9-1-1: Nashville.He holds a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology, spent over a decade training U.S. Army soldiers in resilience andperformance, and now helps leaders eliminate pressure, dismantle stress, and sustain drive under fire. His FACTs™ framework—Focus, Arousal, Confidence,Tenacity—helps people perform at their best when it matters most.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Kareen Aristide is a Human Behaviour Expert and Mental Health Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential—personally, professionally, and spiritually. With nearly 25 years of experience as a speaker, trainer, coach, consultant, and pastor,she brings a unique blend of lived experience, academic knowledge, and spiritual depth to her work. Kareen holds a Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience and Mental Health, as well as a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Cognitive Science from CarletonUniversity. Her research focused on the impact of anxiety and depression on working memory anddecision-making. She is the author of Dare to Rise and the upcoming Supercharge Your Wellbeing, which offers evidence-based strategies for mental wellness rooted in personality styles. Kareen is a Certified DISC Human Behaviour Master Trainer and a Certified Speaker with Expert Speaker. In 2019, she was recognized as one of Canada's Top100 Black Women to Watch by CIBWE. She is also the founder of She Did It!Collectives, a movement designed to empower women to rise into purpose, legacy, and impact. Kareen has been married for 26 years and is the proud mother of five young adults, some of whom have alreadyfollowed in her entrepreneurial footsteps.  Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Tabitha Stitt, known as The Self-Help Psychic, is a world-renowned psychic reader, trance speaker and teacher who's been featured alongside the one-and-only MelRobbins in GOSS Magazine. She's performed at Arthur Findlay, the world's foremost college for advancement of spiritualism and psychic sciences and hashelped thousands of women transform their lives, from stay-at-home moms to CEOs.  As a licensed educator, Tabitha's psychic readings and clairvoyant messages are blended with personal development methods, guiding her clients and students on a profound journey of discovering their soul's purpose, passions and fullest potential. She hosts her very own podcast, The Self-Help Psychic Podcast,channeling healing messages for the collective and creates online courses and memberships for empowerment and self-actualization. Tabitha's readings are accurate, healing and life-altering, and simply cannot be denied.  Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Robert J Hunt is "The Accountability Dude" and the co-author of the book "Nobody Cares...until you do." He is a business owner in the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area since 2008. Robert is an Executive Coach who runs CEO Groups in DFW since 2013 and he brings that experience and wisdom to help people reach their goals. Robert has been married 27 years to his beautiful wife Kathy, and has two adult children also living in Texas.He is passionate about his faith, his purpose, his family and his quest to help people be their best.Link to episode can be found here: #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Kim strives to help people embrace who they are byletting go of the beliefs and patterns that have been holding them back so they can leave a legacy they can feel proud of, one that's lighter, freer, and morealigned than what was handed down to them. As a certified life coach, Reiki Master, IET (Integrative Energy Therapy) and EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)practitioner, sound healer, and podcaster, she approaches healing and personal growth in a way that feels relatable and knows it's not about perfection ormassive leaps overnight. Instead it's about the small, intentional shifts that add up to something bigger over time. She's shared this message with a variety of audiencesthrough speaking engagements at community organizations like the Boys' and Girls' Club, schools like Purdue University, women's groups like Polka Dot Powerhouse and Moms Who Dare, and events like the This Is It Live 2023 Conference. She also loves mentoring new coaches as they begin working with their own clients,helping them find their unique voice and approach.#drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Erica, known as The Voice of Resillience, is a powerhouse entrepreneur, speaker, author, and o-owner of Code 1 BBQ in Wilmington, MA—a Texas-inspired barbecuerestaurant and catering company she runs alongside her husband. But her journey didn't begin with success. She grew up poor, homeless, and surrounded byinstability, trauma, and adversity that could have broken her spirit. Instead, she turned her pain into purpose. Erica spent years battling imposter syndrome and self-doubt, questioning whether she was ever meant for more. Through grit, hard work, and relentless determination, sherewrote her story, one bold and scary decision at a time. She poured herself into personal growth, leadership, and learning how to build something that mattered, both in her life and in her community. Today, she's not only the boss behind one of the most talked-about BBQ joints north of Boston, butalso a sought-after motivational speaker and the voice behind the movement that's helping others break generational cycles. Erica knows firsthand what ittakes to rise from nothing and build a life of abundance. And she doesn't hold back when it comes to telling the truth about the work it requires. Her upcoming book, Stop Asking Why Me and Start Asking Why Not Me, dives deep into the inner gameof overcoming fear, shame, and limitations to step into your power. With her no-nonsense approach and unapologetic fire, Erica teaches others how to reclaimtheir voice, build with what they have, and stop waiting for permission to rise. Whether she's commanding a kitchen, a stage, or a room full of change-makers, Erica shows up with authenticity, heart, and a whole lot of hustle. She's living proof thatwhere you come from doesn't determine where you get to go. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Dr. David Yates graduated from ClevelandChiropractic College in Los Angeles in April of 2007 and immediately went to work educating and treating patientsas a preceptor with his mentor Dr. Drew Hall. He has been licensed in five different states and currently works at one of the most prestigious integrated health clinics in California, Envista Medical Neck and Back Centerin Bakersfield.Due to his knowledge of and passion for God, health, andrelationships; he is in the process of developing a consulting business in which he can help more people. Dr. Yates can be contacted on Telegram @godhealthandrelationships or via email: drdave@godhealthandrelationships.com.#drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,  

Helen holds a dual master's degree in art history and theology from St. Edward's University. She is also certified in sound bowl therapy, Reiki, hypnosis, and past life regressions. Beyond her role as a death doula, Helen serves as an intuitive guide, delivering messages from Spirit.Helen Gretchen Jones is a compassionate death doula, intuitive, and channeler who writes about shared death experiences and spiritual consciousness. Her work focuses on fostering connections with oneself and others, trusting personal experiences, and teachings from her Spirit guides, the A-Team. With a dual master's in art history and theology, Helen is certified in sound bowl therapy, Reiki, hypnosis, and past life regressions.

Mark Steven Porro, a New Jersey native (Exit 163), earned an Industrial Design degree from The Ohio State University. After years of agency work, his love ofacting led him to Hollywood, where he appeared in dozens of television, film, and stage productions. Markalso spent his twenty-eight years in Tinseltown, entrepreneuring. He started five non-profit companies. But hold the applause, none were intended to be. Henow lives in the South of France. But hold your pity. He of sound mind and body chose to suffer in the heart of wine country where the locals insist his French isn't so bad—at least that's what he thinks they're saying. Mark is an award-winning designer, writer, director, and now a best-selling, award-winning author. He has written lots of jokes, several screenplays, and one award-winning short film. A Cup of Tea on the Commode—a sad, sweet, and funny debut memoir—chronicles his multitasking adventures of filling his mother's last years with love, laughter, and joy. Though not always successful, he camepretty damn close. #drdanamzallag, #drdanpodcast, #Happinessjourneywithdrdan,#ddanmotivation, #inspiringinterviews, #drdancbt, #drdantherapy,#drdancoaching, #drdanhappiness,