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Relocate to Happiness

Relocate to Happiness

di Luca Firanescu Shaked

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Your Chatbot Is Not Your Therapist: A Coder on AI, Loneliness, and Real Happiness

What happens to human happiness when machines get smarter than us? This week on Relocate to Happiness, we sit down with Sean Caetano Martin, an AI expert and coder, for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what AI is doing to our minds, our work, and our sense of meaning. AI is no longer a distant future, it's writing our emails, scheduling our days, and increasingly, listening to our problems. But is it actually making us happier? In this episode, Sean takes us inside the mind of someone who builds this technology for a living. We talk about loneliness in the age of chatbots, what only humans can do, how to set healthy boundaries with our tools, and what happiness even means to a person who spends their days writing code. It's not a hype episode. It's not a doom episode. It's a real conversation about being human in a world that's changing fast. In this episode, we cover: - Why an AI expert chose this field - The surprising emotional side of coding - Whether AI is genuinely improving our daily lives or just speeding them up - The honest truth about AI chatbots replacing therapists and friends - How to protect your mental health in a world of constant tech - What only humans can do, and why that matters more than ever About the guest: Sean Caetano Martin is a remote AI product and full-stack systems engineer with 15+ years of experience building products from startup MVPs to enterprise-scale platforms. Most recently at rumi.ai, he helped build AI meeting intelligence features, including automated meeting bots, transcription, summarization, semantic search, and agentic UI workflows. He also works on open-source AI-agent tools like mini-coder, and others. His strength is turning ambiguous product problems into reliable, scalable systems that ship. You can find him: https://x.com/xonecas https://sacenox.github.io/ Connect with us: - Follow Relocate to Happiness on Spotify/RSS/Apple Podcast - Instagram: @relocatetohappiness - Got a topic you want us to cover? Reach out at hello@relocatetohappiness.com If this episode made you think, share it with one person you've been talking to about #ai lately.

The Motherhood Myths Nobody Talks About

Today, we’re talking about motherhood and the myths that quietly shape how women feel about themselves every single day. Because somewhere along the way, we were sold this impossible idea that a good mother is endlessly patient, deeply fulfilled, naturally selfless, emotionally available 24/7, organized, grateful, calm… and somehow still successful, attractive, and happy. And if you’re struggling? You think you’re the problem. But what if the problem isn’t you? What if the problem is the story? The truth is, motherhood can be beautiful and brutal. Joyful and lonely. Meaningful and overwhelming — sometimes all before 9 a.m. And yet so many women feel ashamed to say that out loud. In this episode, we’re unpacking the myths about mothers, about children, about happiness, sacrifice, guilt, identity, and what it really means to be a ‘good mom.’ Because I think a lot of women aren’t failing motherhood. I think they’re drowning under expectations no human being was ever supposed to carry alone. So if you’ve ever felt guilty… exhausted…resentful… lost…or like you love your children deeply but miss yourself too… We will be discussing: What are the biggest myths about motherhood that make women feel inadequate or unhappy? Why do so many mothers feel like they’re failing, even when they’re doing so much right? What does “good enough parenting” really mean, and why is that idea so important?

Stop Fixing People — Start Seeing Them: The Hidden Path to Happiness

My guest today, Alenka Zakojč experiences herself in a way that is entirely her own, which has always set her apart. She has a strong connection with her body and follows intuition more than ideas. She works with people through direct presence and awareness of the nervous system, focusing on recognizing the potential that is already here rather than “working on” the self. In sessions, she meets a person in the present moment and shows how their system is functioning right now, which often brings clear recognition and naturally softens established patterns. Through the experience of the meeting, it becomes evident that there is no real separation between us; participants often describe it as similar to a psychedelic state, where identity softens or dissolves, but it happens through pure presence with open eyes. She sees life as a simple, dynamic process and works in a direct, light, and often playful way, inviting people to recognize that nothing is missing, only to notice the potential that is already here.

Parenting while Healing

Some of the hardest parts of parenting are the parts nobody really prepares you for. Not the schedules. Not the lunchboxes. Not the logistics. I’m talking about the inner stuff. The voice in your head that says you’re not doing enough. The pressure to get it right. The comparison. The guilt. The feeling that somehow everyone else got the manual… and you didn’t. Because parenting doesn’t just ask you to raise a child. It asks you to meet yourself. It brings up your fears. Your doubts. Your wounds. Your inner child. And all the parts of you that still wonder, “Am I enough?” And here’s the truth: so many adults are out here trying to raise emotionally healthy children while still learning how to become emotionally healthy themselves. That’s not failure. That’s being human. So today, we’re talking about what it really means to parent from a place of awareness instead of shame. How imposter syndrome shows up in parenting. Why comparison keeps so many of us stuck. How healing our inner world changes the way we show up for our kids. And why connection, compassion, and courage matter so much more than perfection ever will. Because you do not have to be a perfect parent to be a powerful one. And maybe happiness doesn’t come from becoming someone else… maybe it comes from finally meeting yourself with honesty, dignity, and grace. .My guest today is May Kassem, MA is a Psychological Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across diverse cultural and clinical settings worldwide. She earned her Master’s Degree in Counseling from Webster University in Geneva, Switzerland, and has dedicated her career to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with clarity, resilience, and confidence. May’s work is grounded in a human-centered philosophy, integrating Adlerian psychology and mindfulness-based practices. She believes that meaningful change happens within safe, collaborative relationships, and she tailors each therapeutic journey to meet the unique strengths, goals, and needs of every client. Her approach empowers clients not only to overcome difficulties but to build deeper self-awareness, stronger relationships, and lasting emotional well-being. In addition to her clinical work, May is a certified Positive Discipline Educator who facilitates engaging group sessions, workshops, and talks for parents, educators, and schools. Her areas of focus include parenting with connection and structure, Positive Discipline in the classroom, and nurturing joyful, resilient relationships within families. May is also the founder of The Mindful Connection, a mental health platform dedicated to family well-being, education, and mindfulness. Through this initiative, she continues her mission of making practical, research-informed tools accessible to families and communities. Her professional certifications include Mental Health First Aid and Encouragement Consulting, further enriching her integrative and strengths-based approach to care. For the past 7 years, together with her husband and daughter, May co-founded Sacer, a sustainable streetwear fashion brand that advocates for the mental health of marginalized communities. It operates out of Egypt and most recently Portugal, selling all over the world in places like New York, Dubai, Berlin, Switzerland and more.

The IronMind Code to Happiness: Biohacking Without Losing Your Mind

The internet has turned wellbeing into a full-time job. One minute it’s: track your sleep, track your steps, track your glucose, track your HRV. Then it’s: cold plunge, sauna, red light, supplements, breathing protocols, fasting windows, and don’t forget, your mindset has to be perfect too. And the question is… is that wellbeing? Or is that just a new way to be stressed? So today we’re going to talk about biohacking — but we’re going to talk about it like grown-ups. Not like hype. Not like trends. Not like you’re failing if you’re not doing it all. My guest is Roy Eden, and he’s someone who lives in the world of high performance. He has what he calls the Ironmind Code, and whether you’re an athlete or not, this is really about something bigger: how do you build discipline, recovery, and resilience in a way that supports your happiness — not replaces it? In this conversation, we’re going to get into the real stuff: · What biohacking actually means when you’re not trying to win the internet. · The habits that give you the biggest return — sleep, stress, focus, recovery. · And the difference between optimizing because you love your life… versus optimizing because you don’t feel safe unless you’re in control.

What “Healthy Culture” Really Feels Like

In today's episode we will talk about driving digital solutions for organizational health, boosting productivity, sustainability and growth in the digital era. My guest, Liliana Dias is the Managing Partner of Bound – Intelligent Health Capital, Lda., a company specializing in organizational health management. She has over 20 years of experience in promoting psychological health and organizational well-being. Liliana holds dual Master's degrees in Clinical and Health Psychology from the Faculty of Psychology at the University of Lisbon and in Human Resources Management from ISCTE, University Institute of Lisbon. She also possesses an Advanced Speciality in Occupational Health Psychology from the Order of Portuguese Psychologists (OPP). In addition to her role at Bound.Health, Liliana serves as an Invited Assistant Professor in the Department of Human Resources and Organizational Behavior at ISCTE – University Institute of Lisbon. She is the member of the national board of the Order of Portuguese Psychologists. Bound – Intelligent Health Capital, Lda., established on April 10, 2019, is headquartered in Paço de Arcos, Oeiras, Portugal. The company focuses on the assessment and management of health risks within organizational contexts, offering consultancy services, training, and health literacy capacity building. We talked about: What’s one of the most damaging "what-not-to-do" behaviors you’ve witnessed in leadership or team culture? Seeing a company’s culture erode The most common blind spots leaders have when they think they’re building a healthy culture. How avoidance or lack of communication play in a toxic or weak culture. Quick gut checks” someone can use to assess whether their workplace culture is truly healthy? Mistakes and lesson from a life of entrepreneurship. Can we really have it all? Especially as moms, leaders, creatives, and partners.

Stop Sacrificing Yourself: Happiness, Guilt, and the Modern Mother

When did motherhood become something we’re supposed to survive… instead of something we’re allowed to enjoy? Because here’s the truth no one says out loud: you can love your kids and feel overwhelmed. You can be grateful and want more. And happiness? It doesn’t disappear when you become a mother, but it does change, and nobody hands you the manual. Today on Relocate to Happiness, we’re having a real, honest, no-filter conversation about happiness and motherhood, what it looks like, what gets in the way, and how women can stop postponing their joy for ‘someday.’ My guest today is Tania Timkova, a life and leadership coach, happiness trainer and facilitator. Mom of one, lover of life. This episode is for every mother who’s ever asked herself: ‘Is this it?’And for every woman who’s ready to choose happiness, without guilt.

How Yoga Rebuilds Your Mind, Body, and Life - A Deep Dive into Spire Yoga

What if I told you there is one thing you could start doing today… One thing that can help you release stress, calm your mind, and get you out of that overwhelmed, burnt-out headspace we all know too well? And what if I told you that same thing could strengthen your body, boost your energy, improve your focus, and genuinely elevate every aspect of your wellbeing? Well, it exists. It’s real. And it has changed millions of lives. It’s called yoga. And today, on Relocate to Happiness, we’re diving into how this simple, accessible practice can quite literally reshape the way you live your life. My guest, Tania Kazi, is a powerful force in the wellbeing world, a yoga teacher whose work is helping people reconnect, rebuild, and rise. She’s also the creator of a transformational program called Spire Yoga, designed to guide you back to your center, your strength, and your peace. We’re talking about the science, the mindset shifts, the small daily practices, and the big life changes that yoga can spark. Tania Kazi has been a student of a Positive Psychology when Dr. Tal Ben Shahar was teaching at Harvard University. She is now studying the science of Happiness Studies with him as a masters student. She started her yoga journey in 2008 with a 200 hour yoga teacher training & followed it up with a 500 hour training. She taught yoga for 14 years in Manhattan and globally. She has led yoga & well being retreats in Thailand, Morocco, Turkey, Spain to name a few. She is also one of the pioneers of Spire Yoga, a system designed to heal the bodies of yoga teachers & students. This program combines a strong foundation in preventing & relieving body pain through muscular balancing, as well as the study of MBI or mind body integration and finally the ancient wisdom of yoga. So if you’ve ever thought, “I don’t have time for yoga… I’m not flexible enough… I wouldn’t know where to start,” today’s episode is going to blow your mind.

Why Finland Keeps Winning at Happiness?

Finland has been named the happiest country in the world for eight years in a row, according to the World Happiness Report, which is published annually by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network. But here’s the interesting part, when we talk about “happiness” in this context, it’s not just about good vibes or smiling selfies. The rankings are based on something much deeper — the science of subjective well-being, pulled from Gallup’s World Poll, which surveys people in over 150 countries. So how does it actually work? Gallup asks people a series of life evaluation questions. One of the most important is called the Cantril Ladder question: “Imagine a ladder with steps numbered from 0 at the bottom to 10 at the top. The top of the ladder represents the best possible life for you, and the bottom represents the worst possible life. On which step of the ladder would you say you personally feel you stand at this time?” Simple, but powerful. Each country's score is then calculated based on how their people, on average, rate their own lives on that ladder. But the rankings go even further by looking at six key factors that explain the variations in happiness between countries: GDP per capita – Economic strength and income. Social support – Having someone to count on in times of trouble. Healthy life expectancy – Are people living longer and healthier? Freedom to make life choices – Feeling free to live life your way. Generosity – Are people willing to help others or donate to causes? Perceptions of corruption – Trust in public institutions. Each of these is used to explain why certain countries consistently perform well. So yes — Finland scores highly on economic stability, healthcare, and social support. But it really shines when it comes to trust, freedom, and a shared sense of fairness. Finns believe that their systems work. They believe in each other. And that belief creates a sense of security that’s hard to measure — but deeply felt. So what do the numbers say? Finland scored 7.7 out of 10 on the latest report. Denmark followed close behind at 7.6, and Iceland at 7.5. 🇺🇸 The United States, for comparison, came in at rank 23 with a score of 6.9. The global average sits around 5.5. And here’s what’s interesting — Finland’s edge isn’t just wealth. It’s trust. A whopping 87% of Finns say they trust their fellow citizens. Compare that to about 40% in the U.S. On top of that, Finland ranks incredibly high in low corruption, freedom to choose one’s path, and accessible, high-quality healthcare and education — both of which are free. In other words, people in Finland may not smile all the time — but they sleep well, trust their neighbors, and know that the system around them works. That’s a very different flavor of happiness — one rooted in security, dignity, and shared responsibility. It’s not about being “happy” every moment — it’s about knowing life is okay, even when it’s not easy. And that’s what keeps Finland on top.

A New Season Starts Here: The Next Chapter of Happiness

This season, we’re diving even deeper into positive psychology, personal growth, and the mindset shifts that help us build happiness from the inside out. And, for the first time, I’ll be bringing you a mix of solo training sessions AND incredible guest experts who will share their insights and tools with us. What can you expect from this season of Relocate to Happiness? Here are some of the highlights: Solo Training Episodes: I’ll be sharing practical tools, research-backed insights, and real-life strategies to help you cultivate happiness no matter where you are on your journey. Think of these as mini coaching sessions! Guest Interviews: We’re bringing in psychologists, mindset coaches, and inspiring individuals who have successfully relocated to happiness—both literally and figuratively. Actionable Takeaways: Every episode will leave you with something practical to apply to your own life, whether it’s a mindset shift, a journaling prompt, or a new daily habit. And if you’re looking for more ways to explore your happiness journey, check out my brand-new website: relocatetohappiness.com! There, you’ll find resources, blog posts, and interactive quizzes to help you dive deeper into self-discovery. Try one of these quizzes: · Are You Stuck in the Rat Race? · Are You a Mom That Wants It All? · Perfectionism Self-Assessment · The Happiness Check-In These quizzes are designed to help you gain clarity and take action toward a more joyful life!

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