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Real Women. Real Journeys.
Her Story. Her Strength.
Hear the stories and journeys of the women whose lives have been touched by Happiness Habits. These real experiences share the impact of our programs, the strength of our community, and the powerful changes that happen when women are supported, believed in, and empowered.
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Donna
HH: What first inspired you to join a Happiness Habits program, and what was life like for you at that time?
Donna: My husband was dying of cancer, and I needed to learn how to look after myself. I was in survival mode
HH: What has been the biggest shift or growth you’ve experienced since starting your journey with us?
Donna: I have learnt who I am as a person and am not afraid to make choices in my life's journey now.
HH: What’s something you’re proud of achieving—big or small—that you may not have thought possible before?
Donna: I have created boundaries and am able to say No now, without feeling guilty.
HH: What does life look like for you today, and what are your hopes or goals for the future?
Donna: I have a wonderful job and am a team leader in my company. I am looking forward to following my dreams and aspirations. I am not scared anymore to do things in my life.
HH: What message would you love to share with other women who might be where you once were?
Donna: Help yourself become a better person and get to know yourself more.
Tash
I was going through one of the hardest chapters of my life and realised I needed support to take care of myself. I was exhausted, overwhelmed, and simply trying to survive each day.
I’ve discovered who I truly am and finally feel confident making decisions for my own life. I no longer second-guess myself or stay stuck in fear.
I’ve learned how to set healthy boundaries and say no without guilt. That alone has been life-changing.
I now have a job I love and I’m proud of. I’m excited about the future and finally feel brave enough to chase my dreams.
You deserve to invest in yourself. Growth starts when you choose you.
Tash is still very much involved in Happiness Habits and became the Vice President of our committee in 2024. This is what she has to say 3 years on:
Happiness Habits has been transformative in my life. Through their programs and the genuine support they’ve offered, I've grown in ways I never imagined. They’ve helped me find my voice, navigate personal growth, and truly embrace a more empowered version of myself. I’m so grateful for everything they’ve done, and I can honestly say they’ve made a lasting impact on my journey
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Daisy - "I really enjoyed learning new ways to support my mental health and wellbeing. I particularly enjoyed the way the facilitators made the environment so welcoming, free of judgement and fun!"
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Rhonda's Story
"I really like Leonie’s style as a facilitator, I was never bored when she was at the front, due to her preparation, pacing, changing things up, and gentle way of speaking. It’s the support, listening, positivity and connection that is the biggest draw of Happiness Habits workshops"
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Annonymous -
I attended Happiness Habits Women Empowering Women at Wyong TAFE 2019.
I’ve always considered myself a bit of a misfit, never really fitting any group as my authentic self. I don’t think I have ever entered a room full of unknown women before and felt so immediately welcomed, accepted and at ease. I certainly had never felt so eager to participate in group activities and discussions before. WEW made it not only easy to do those things but also enjoyable. WEW made me feel like I could put my whole self into the room and be welcomed being simply me.
The feeling of unconditional support and acceptance surprised, comforted me and lifted me. The diversity in the room was obvious by appearance but what was not as obvious was the common experiences and adversities we had shared and overcome as women that forever connected us regardless of age, ability, culture, appearance, life script, ethnicity or beliefs.
Over the weeks of the course as we discovered more about each other it became apparent I was surrounded by phenomenal women with extraordinary minds and talents beyond measure and hearts that just keep giving.
I had embarked on a lot of self-development work in the past and was proud of my progress yet still felt an uncomfortable lack of direction in life. I was lacking self-reliance financially and autonomy. I was starting to see more obstacles in life than opportunities and it was weighing heavy on my heart and mind.
On my first day at WEW I wasn’t sure why I was there or what I was looking for I just remember seeing resilience and self-esteem building on the flyer and felt like they were areas I wanted further growth in and the course was accessible so there was nothing to lose and anything to gain. By the end of that first day, I knew I would love the course and the people in it.
The course content provoked a lot of conversation and room for sharing and gaining insight into other perspectives on subjects close to people’s heart. I could hear the passion in the voices and see the light in the eyes of the women when they spoke about topics that touched their lives. I could see they each had a purpose and goals and the strengths and integrity to achieve them, and by the end of the course, I could see I did too.