We've had multiple conversations on this Podcast about our concerns regarding social media. I have unique story as I met my wife through twitter in 2009, in this episode I bring her on as a guest to have a dialogue about the challenges of being a couple that met online and how social media has recently affected our mental health. We also have a honest conversation about difficult times we overcame, with the hope of inviting other couples to explore all possible options to resolve conflicts involving their online presence. Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

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The Challenges of a Relationship and Social Media

Are you the same person you were in January 2020? What have we learned about ourselves as we connect more with our emotions and put new self-help tools into practice? On this episode I share key things I've learned this year, with the hope of motivating others to dedicate spaces for self-reflection so we can admire who we've become and how we continue becoming stronger people every day. Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

What We've Learned About Ourselves in 2020

Loneliness, negative experiences, lack of hope and other factors may lead to someone thinking about suicide. We understand many people can feel uncomfortable speaking about the topic as we've been taught to not speak about it. In this episode Juan and Ana have a lengthy conversation about the contributing factors that could lead to suicidal thoughts, and share strategies to support someone during this process. Note: This episode features examples of situations involving suicide. If you do not feel emotionally comfortable about the topic we suggest you listen to our initial episodes of this season instead. We completely understand. Need support? Contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

A Conversation about Suicide

Inner Peace is something that I aspire to achieve daily as it helps me think clearly and prevents negative situations from deeply affecting me. In this episode I share what is inner peace and react to a few articles that have helped me rediscover myself and maybe the can help you too! Articles referenced in the episode: 1) How to find Inner Peace in 4 Simple Steps (HackSpirit.com) 2) How to Bring Inner Peace Into Your Life (PositivityBlog.com)   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Finding Inner Peace

Inpatient Treatment can be beneficial for those experiencing mental health challenges that could put them at risk, but we understand the fears, concerns and stigma associated with it.    In this episode Juan and Ana share experiences about the topic, including engaging with families, possible emotional pressure and long-term results regarding inpatient treatment.   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com 

Inpatient Treatment: Sharing Experiences, Benefits, Challenges and Supporting Families

Let's celebrate Recovery Month by sharing what recovery means to us! In this episode I speak about what it means to me, and the concern I have about how social media has begun to disconnect us in ways that can jeopardize our recovery and wellness if we're not careful.  Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

What Recovery Means to Me

Connecting with a therapist creates an opportunity to open up about our thoughts, fears and concerns. It can be an intimidating process, especially if you haven’t gone through the experience before. In this episode we share our stories of engaging and connecting with therapists. Ana Conde speaks of her experiences providing therapy with families. We also share strategies and ideas that could possibly help you in this healing journey!   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Connecting with Your Therapist

In a time where we can easily feel overwhelmed, remembering positive experiences from our past helps us relax, smile and remind ourselves of those special moments that reduced our anxiety. In this episode, Juan shares why something as simple as a donut helps him reconnect with memorable moments from his past. He also talks about other activities that help him practice mindfulness.   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Remembering Positive Experiences

Negative events from our past can be difficult to overcome as just thinking about them can remind us of the fears we once had. In this episode Ana and Juan have a conversation about what it’s like to heal from traumatic experiences, the challenges and positive results that can come from this process.   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Healing from Trauma

The pandemic has provoked a change in our culture, lifestyle and how we work. This has led to the use of apps such as Zoom, Microsoft Teams and others to connect, work, collaborate, hangout, celebrate birthdays and even weddings! This can lead to digital fatigue which can make things VERY challenging and exhausting. In this episode I share how digital fatigue has affected my lifestyle and what I’ve been doing to overcome it!   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Digital Fatigue

How do you feel when you share your fears and feelings with someone else and they minimize or invalidate how you are feeling? Our culture and stigma related to mental health can make it very challenging to be open about our feelings. In this episode I’m joined by Ana Conde who shares her experiences and we talk about how minimizing and invalidation has affected our lives.   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter   Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Minimizing Our Emotions

Being held accountable involves having a honest conversation with ourselves and recognizing our mistakes, and that maybe we haven’t been practicing self care as much as we should have. Holding ourselves accountable gives us the opportunity to learn from our past in preparation for a better future. This is the first episode of the second season of Happy to Fail!   Want to connect?  Facebook Twitter   Send an e-mail! juan@happytofail.com

Holding Ourselves Accountable (Season 2 Premiere)

Are you #WorkingFromHome but are struggling to adjust with the changes? I share 8 tips and habits that I've put into practice. They've helped me, so maybe they can help you too! -- Let's Connect -- Twitter Facebook Instagram juan@happytofail.com  

8 Tips for Working from Home

Most of the evidence points to social distancing as one of the best ways we can prevent the spread of the virus, but that may not be so easy for some communities. What can we do during these difficult times? In this episode I share what I'll be doing during these times in the event were we cannot leave our homes for an extended period of time. -- Let's Connect -- Twitter Facebook Instagram juan@happytofail.com  

Social Distancing - What Can We Do During These Events??

Long-term goals and aspirations are great, but what about the road that will take us to the things we want? We can easily fall into a trap of obsessing over the destination and forget about the journey which is just as important. In this episode I share how taking my time has lead to wonderful results in my life, and how having this mindset could be a great tool for you. -- Let's Connect -- Twitter Facebook Instagram juan@happytofail.com

Take Your Time

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