Choose Happy with Marie | Live a Happy Life | Overcome Self-Doubt | Affirmations

140 | How I Overcame Self-Doubt and Found My Happy

Do you ever feel stuck, unsure, or weighed down by self-doubt? Wondering if it’s too late to feel confident, joyful, or truly happy in your life?
In this episode, I share a moment when self-doubt crept in and how I responded. I talk about the small, intentional steps I took—pausing before saying yes, speaking kindly to myself, and using affirmations—to start reclaiming my confidence and moving toward my own happy life.
You’ll also get a brief reflection and affirmation to try today, helping you take a gentle, meaningful step toward shifting your mindset and feeling more in control of your joy.
If you’ve ever felt stuck or disconnected from what makes you happy, this episode is your reminder: your happy life is built one small choice at a time.
Cheers,
Marie
 
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139 | 3 Daily Habits to Break Free from Negative Thinking

Ever feel like one small thought quietly steals your confidence before your day even begins? You hesitate to start a task, replay a conversation, or avoid opening your planner because you’re worried you won’t follow through.
In this episode of Choose Happy with Marie, I share three simple daily habits that help interrupt self-doubt, calm your mind, and rebuild confidence — without pressure, perfection, or overthinking.
These practical, easy-to-return-to habits give you real ways to trust yourself, take small steps forward, and reclaim your happiness in everyday life.
Plus, I’ll let you know how to get this week’s supporting affirmation and reflection prompt delivered straight to your inbox.
Cheers,
Marie
 
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138 | How Negative Thinking Quietly Steals Your Happiness

Do you ever hesitate to start a new planner, project, or goal because you’re afraid you won’t follow through? That little voice of self-doubt quietly steals your confidence—and your happiness—every day.
In this episode, I’ll show you how to spot those negative thoughts before they take over, and how awareness plus one small action can shift your mindset in minutes. You’ll hear a relatable scenario many of us face, a practical mini-practice you can do today, and a vision of what’s possible when you stop questioning yourself and just start.
Plus, I’ll share how my weekly Choose Happy emails can support you with affirmations, journal prompts, and quick exercises to build confidence and joy—one small step at a time.
Cheers,
Marie
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137 | Winter Happy Habits: Daily Affirmations to Stay Grounded When Motivation Is Low

Winter can make motivation feel harder — and negative thinking louder. If you’ve been feeling low-energy, stuck in your head, or quietly doubting yourself, this episode is for you.
In this episode, you’ll discover four simple winter happy habits designed to help you break free from negative thinking without pushing yourself or trying to “fix” your mindset. These gentle affirmations and grounding practices are meant for real life — especially on days when five minutes feels like a stretch.
You’ll learn how small, supportive actions can calm your inner critic, restore steadiness, and help you feel grounded again, even during the quietest seasons.
Simple ways to come back to yourself — one kind moment at a time.
Cheers,
Marie
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136 | From My Journal: What Self-Worth Really Looks Like on an Ordinary Day

Some mornings, self-worth doesn’t feel like confidence. It’s quiet, ordinary, human. In this episode, I share a moment straight from my journal — the kind of morning where I asked myself, Am I doing enough? Am I showing up the right way? Should I be further along by now?
This episode is intimate and unpolished, showing what self-worth looks like on an ordinary day and why it doesn’t require perfection or clarity.
Curious about my journaling practice? I shared more about my Morning Pages approach in a previous episode — a simple way to reconnect with your self-worth, even on busy days.
94 | Add this Habit to your Morning Routine to help you Live a Happy Day: use the Morning Pages Technique to clear your mind of Negative Thoughts
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Cheers,
Marie
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135 | Heartfelt Steps to Happy: Why Self-Worth Comes First

Have you been giving, caring, and showing up for everyone else… while quietly wondering if you’re enough?
In this episode, I share a heartfelt story of prioritizing others — being a good mother, wife, and teammate — while struggling with self-doubt. I explore why self-worth must come first before happiness, achievements, or anyone else’s approval, and why so many women feel stuck in today’s “do it all” culture.
You’ll learn:
Why self-worth is the foundation for lasting happiness
How societal pressures keep women stuck in self-doubt
Practical ways to reconnect with yourself, even on busy days
A simple 5-minute practice to start seeing yourself as enough
Plus, I close with an inspiring quote from Brené Brown to leave you grounded and empowered.
Want extra support?Sign up for my free email list to receive additional journal prompts, 5-minute mindset exercises, and gentle reflections to help you choose happy — one small step at a time: choosehappywithmarie.com
Cheers,
Marie
 
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134 | Happy Mornings: February Affirmations to Start Your Day Feeling Worthy

February is the month of love — and it begins with the most important person: you!  In this episode, I share three simple, heart-centered morning affirmations to help you feel worthy, confident, and free from self-doubt. These affirmations are designed to gently shift your mindset, anchor your self-worth, and give you a practical, intentional way to start each day with more clarity, calm, and confidence.
Learn how one small, intentional practice each morning can ripple through your day and remind you that you are enough — no matter what challenges arise or what anyone else thinks. This episode is perfect for anyone who struggles with comparison, self-doubt, or feeling like they’re not doing enough.
"You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection." — Buddha
Cheers,
Marie
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133 | From Stuck to Strong: Mindset Shifts to Achieve Your Goals

Feeling stuck, uncertain, or held back by self-doubt? In this episode, I’m sharing how small mindset shifts can help you show up, take action, and finally achieve your goals without pressure or guilt. I’ll walk you through a relatable, real-life example from my CrossFit journey—from hesitating to step into the gym to building strength, confidence, and momentum through mindset-based goal-setting.
You’ll learn how to:
Align your mindset first so goals feel achievable
Use goals as guideposts, not rigid rules
Break goals into small, actionable steps
Celebrate progress along the way
Plus, if you want to dive deeper into overcoming negative thoughts that hold you back, check out my earlier episodes:
15 | Do Something New This Year: My CrossFit Story and Positive Self-Talk
55 | Are Limiting Beliefs Holding You Back? Sharing How a Year doing CrossFit Changed My Life
Take control of your goals and start living your happy, confident life today!
Cheers,
Marie
 
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132 | 5 Steps to Tap Into Your Intuition and Stop Doubting Yourself [Affirmation]

Do you keep second-guessing yourself? In this episode, I share 5 simple steps to tap into your intuition so you can stop doubting yourself and start trusting your inner guidance.
You’ll learn how to:• Notice intuitive nudges instead of overthinking• Strengthen your self-worth by trusting your own decisions• Use easy daily practices—like journaling and body cues—to get clarity• Make choices with confidence and alignment• Take small actions that build real self-trust
I’m also sharing how I personally use intuition to choose podcast topics each week—through my morning pages and the guidance I receive from my community.
If you’re ready to feel more confident, clear, and grounded, these 5 steps will help you reconnect with yourself and move through 2026 with ease.
Press play and start trusting yourself today.
Cheers,
Marie
 
Episode mentioned:
94 | Add this Habit to your Morning Routine to help you Live a Happy Day: use the Morning Pages Technique to Clear Your Mind of Negative Thoughts
 
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131 | Stop the Spiral: How to Catch Negative Thinking Before It Sets the Tone for Your Year [Affirmation]

Feeling behind or overwhelmed just days into the new year? In this week’s episode of The Choose Happy with Marie Show, I share a simple 3-step Choose Happy tool to help stop negative thinking before it spirals out of control. Learn how to reset your mindset, boost your confidence, and start 2026 feeling calm, grounded, and in control. Perfect for women ready to break free from self-doubt and make this their most empowered year yet.
Cheers,
Marie
 
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