Struggling with the emotional rollercoaster of the New Year? Learn how to find your balance between hope and anxiety in this episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness. Subscribe for more tips on living a happier life!

One minute you're filled with hope, the next you’re overwhelmed by pressure and the "post-holiday slump." What if you could navigate these feelings and turn them into fuel for an amazing year? Join host Marty Jalove and co-host Tiffany as they explore the complex emotions of a fresh start, from the excitement of new goals to the quiet moments of reflection. Discover how to look back with gratitude and forward with a solid plan.

In this episode, Marty introduces his signature BACON acronym, a memorable 5-step plan to help you build emotional resilience and actively create joy:

• B - Breathe and Be Present
• A - Acknowledge the Negative
• C - Choose Your Focus
• O - Operate with One Action
• N - Nurture the Positive

Stop letting the New Year happen to you and start making it work for you. Tune in for heartfelt stories, a lot of laughs, and the practical tools you need to make 2026 your best year yet.

Chapters:
0:00 - Welcome Back! The New Year Emotional Rollercoaster
5:25 - Celebrating the Past Year vs. The Coming Year
11:55 - The Twist on Gratitude: Finding Lessons in Negative Events
19:00 - The Happiness Worksheet: How to Find More Joy
28:50 - Looking at Your Past and Future Self
36:20 - Hope, Anticipation, Anxiety, and Pressure
46:30 - The BACON Plan for Emotional Balance
56:25 - Inspirational Quotes for a New Year

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Ever feel like you're the "curious doofus" in the room, afraid to raise your hand even when you're completely lost? You're not alone. In this laugh-out-loud and deeply insightful episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness, host Marty Jalove and special guest Tiffany tackle the quest for self-confidence head-on.

Discover why your brain is hardwired for self-doubt (thanks, saber-tooth tigers!) and how you can start rewiring it for success and happiness. Marty and Tiffany share personal stories and science-backed strategies, breaking down a simple, memorable 5-step action plan to help you believe in yourself. Get ready to bring home the BACON!

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How to turn self-doubt into a quest for clarity.
• The power of body language and how a "Wonder Woman" pose can change your mindset.
• A simple recipe for building competence and finding your unique superpower.
• Why stepping outside your comfort zone (and celebrating with ice cream) is essential for personal growth.

If you're ready to stop playing small and start living a more confident, joyful life, you can't miss this episode. Listen now and start your quest for self-confidence!

self-confidence, personal growth, happiness, motivation, mindset, self-help, believe in yourself, positive thinking, life coaching

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What can a 19th-century showman teach us about modern sales and marketing? In this lively episode of Bacon Bits with Master Happiness, host Marty Jalove is joined by his sons, Luke and Nate, for a fun-filled and insightful discussion about the legendary P.T. Barnum.

Listen in as they explore Barnum's genius through the BACON acronym: Be Bold, Attract with Authority, Create Curiosity, Offer Value, and Narrate to Emotions. From the Fiji Mermaid to the art of the "humbug," this episode is packed with fascinating stories, father-son banter, and powerful lessons you can apply to your own business and career. Was Barnum a con man or the ultimate marketer? Tune in to find out!

#SalesTips #MarketingLessons #PTBarnum #BaconBits #Entrepreneurship #SalesLegends #BusinessStorytelling #FamilyPodcast

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