Empowering Families

Are you happy? I remember a time in my life when I was much younger and had just come out of the hospital, facing the reality of living with a chronic disease. I was really sad then, thinking about what my future would look like. It was during that difficult time that I made a commitment to myself: every single day, I would check in and ask, “Are you happy, Katherine?” If the answer was no, I promised myself that I would fix it.

Years later, when I was married to my first husband, I forgot about that commitment. One day, at a reunion, I suddenly asked myself again, “Are you happy?” The realization hit me that I wasn’t. I wasn’t happy in my marriage, in my job, or even in the place I was living. There were so many aspects of my life that needed change. And so, I set about fixing those things, one step at a time. It wasn’t easy, but it was necessary.

So now, I ask you: Are you happy? If your answer is no—as it is for so many of us—what is it that’s making you unhappy? While happiness resides within us, the situations we find ourselves in can greatly affect our well-being. Whether it’s a bad marriage, a tough job, health issues, or challenges with a family member, it’s important to address what’s making you unhappy.

If your unhappiness stems from your relationship or marriage, I invite you to listen to my podcast, Divorce Dialogues. Over the years, I’ve interviewed hundreds of experts on mental health, careers, and various topics related to divorce. You might find that one of these conversations offers the insight or support you need.

The link to the podcast is in the comments below. Thank you for listening.