Hi Friends!!! Just a short episode encouraging you to celebrate your accomplishments from 2021. It's so easy to move to the next goal without taking a brief moment to process all of your successes and growth. I take some time to celebrate my accomplishments and discuss my upcoming goals. That being said, as we close out 2021, it's time to think about who you want to be in 2022?! If you could pick ONE thing that would have the most impact on your life, what would it be?! Be sure to follow the hos...
Dec 27, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Doing what's best for you is easier said than done, we know. Jason Z. shares his story of learning who he is, what he wanted most from this life, and how he went out there and made it happen. Jason left the safety of his corporate job to help his wife sell women's clothing. Now, Jason is chasing his dream of selling real estate (selling 14 million in 6 months) in sunny Naples, FL. If you ever just wanted something more for your life, this episode is for you! Be sure to follow the host Marissa on...
Nov 29, 2021•56 min•Season 3Ep. 22
YOU GUYS! We are LESS than 50 days from the new year. What better time to sit down with my friend, and personal health coach, Tanner Scott, to talk all things health and wellness. I started working with Tanner at the beginning of October and have since: lost 12 lbs, lowered my blood pressure, and have an unreasonable amount of energy. Who knew?! I didn't, BUT Tanner did. Cheers to growth friends. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly...
Nov 15, 2021•58 min•Season 3Ep. 21
That one time that I, Marissa Baker, got to sit down with pro-soccer player Enoch Showunmi. Enoch's story of rejection, reflection, and finally, success is one that will inspire many! Yes, he was a pro-soccer player, but the lessons he teaches on overcoming adversity/negative thinking can be applied to any goal or dream you've been pursuing. He drops so many nuggets of wisdom during this 1hr episode, that you may even be tempted to listen again. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/Ti...
Nov 01, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 3Ep. 20
"Hi, I'm Abbie-Jean, and I'm an alcoholic!" I am so excited to have been able to sit down with THE Abbie-Jean and hear about her relationship with alcohol and her sobriety journey. She wants people to know that it's okay to get sober young. It's okay to talk openly about your addiction. SO, if you're sober, sober-curious, or just want to laugh & be inspired at the same time, this episode is for you! Follow us on Tik Tok & Insta T: Abbie__Jean & SunHappens I: Aesbjerg & SunHappens...
Oct 18, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Today, we were very lucky to sit down with my friend, Courtney Garbow. This episode is like a conversation with an old friend, that just happened to be recorded. Join us for lots of laughs, (sorry in advance LOL) and conversation about love, loss, identifying self-destructive patterns, healing, and even finding love again. When it comes to love, there is always hope. WE hope you enjoy 1 of many conversations with Courtney. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker ,...
Oct 04, 2021•52 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Long story short, my best friend is blind - but her vision is clearer than ever. I am so honored to have Katelyn Wackerman on the podcast to tell her story of brokenness and healing after she went legally blind 3 years ago. I might be biased, but to me she is strong, powerful and nothing short of amazing. You do not want to miss this! Follow us on TikTok! @katelynwackerman @SunHappens Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure ...
Sep 22, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Yes, you heard that right. Anything worth doing is worth doing poorly. It made me cringe at first, too. Until I realized that this idea that I needed to be really good at something before I could show up was no longer serving me. Showing up is half the battle. If 20% effort is all you can give today, then give that... but keep showing up. I am proud of you and I hope this encourages you the way it encouraged me. Cheers. Instagram: Sunhappenspodcast Tiktok: Sunhappens Be sure to follow the host M...
Sep 03, 2021•14 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Have you ever had a panic attack and someone tried to comfort you by giving you rational advice? Did it work? It did not work for me... because, well... that would be too logical. Sometimes, things happens that send you spiraling. I can't speak for everyone. I can only tell you what did and/or did not help me and maybe you can relate too. Stay well, friends! Instagram: Sunhappenspodcast TikTok: Sunhappens Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOffici...
Aug 16, 2021•29 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Last week, I went to Utah where the focus was on nature, hiking, and spending time time with my best friend. Of course, we decided to do the hardest hike the first day. We hiked a PEAK at almost 8,000 elevation, 8.88 miles, 4 hours and 44 minutes. It was hard but we learned a whole lot along the way. The journey to the peak, was eerily similar to this journey that is life. Here is my take away from this trip and how I am using hiking as a metaphor for personal growth. Cheers to growth, friends. ...
Aug 02, 2021•32 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Let's face it, most of us have a voice inside of our head, and sometimes that voice isn't always very nice. I don't know it all, but I do know that I have spent a lot of time inside my own head, listening to a voice that would tear me to shreds, if I let it. BUT, what if you could change your thoughts and live with a much nicer voice inside your mind? would you do it? I am working through that now. cheers, friends! Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHap...
Jul 19, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Ouch. I got my first bad review. It hurt a little, but then I remembered that I wouldn't be human if I didn't fail from time to time. No, I haven't always lived into the best version of myself, and that's okay. Healing and growth is a journey but there's one thing that will remain consistent. I do NOT have it all together, but I will continue to stay positive and learn each day and I think that's pretty great. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensO...
Jul 05, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Today, we dive into all or nothing, black and white thinking and why it doesn't always serve us and our relationships with other humans. Humans are not good OR bad, they are both good AND bad. When we can realize that about ourselves (and others), it gives us the ability to practice sustained compassion... and maybe... love others (and ourselves) just a little bit better. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never mis...
Jul 05, 2021•27 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Just a cute little 10 minute reminder that you deserve the love you keep trying to give everyone else. Also, the love you deserve, can be found inside of you. Stop looking externally for something you can give yourself. Even better? The better you love your self, the better you will care for others. I'd call this a win, win, win. Cheers to growth friends. love you BIG. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss w...
Jun 27, 2021•10 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Deconstruction. The art of questioning absolutely everything.... because you SHOULD. Sometimes, it's worth it to burn everything to the ground and rebuild on sturdier ground. Tell me, have you ever questioned the thoughts/beliefs that you've just taken at face value your whole life? It's okay to have questions. It's okay to challenge every single thought that you have. I don't have all the answers yet, either - but bet your bottom dollar that I will never stop asking questions. cheers to growth,...
Jun 21, 2021•30 min•Season 3Ep. 9
If there were one phrase to describe me, that'd be it. It's fine. I'm fine. Everything is fine. Until I realized, everything was absolutely NOT fine. That lie helped me survive childhood. it helped me get through painful things, but it's no longer serving me as an adult. I am willing to bet there are parts of you that helped you survive at one time, but are now negatively impacting you and your relationships. Sun Happens, yes, but ya know what? Sh*t happens, too... and that's okay. Be sure to fo...
Jun 14, 2021•22 min•Season 3Ep. 8
No BUT really, it's not you... it IS ME. In today's episode, we discuss how so many of our issues could be resolved if we'd just take a good hard long look in the mirror. Not in a harsh judgmental way though. More like a "hey, I love you and I forgive you for not knowing what you know now... but now that we know better, we gotta do better," kinda way. Remember, Sun Happens. When you can't find it, create it. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOff...
May 19, 2021•24 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Things are rough right now, fam, but I showed up with a little help from my friends. Tears were shed LOL but follow along as I go through 10 things I would do/focus on if I had just one year to heal. I encourage yours you listen, to think about how you heal if you only had one year...and trust me, we all have healing to do. Cheers to growth, friends. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by...
May 03, 2021•29 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Stillness, though hard to come by in today's world, is a calm, quiet, motionless state. Today, we discuss stillness, what it means, why it matters, and some tips on how to achieve stillness in your life. Stillness is about making the moment as basic and simple as possible, giving us the time and space to actually hear our own thoughts. Stillness is the sanctuary to which you can retreat at any time, even when surrounded by chaos. Isn't that peaceful? Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagr...
Mar 29, 2021•27 min•Season 3Ep. 5
What is the ego? is it who you are? Is it the story we made up about who we think that we are? What if, and hear me out on this, we are not what we've been conditioned to believe? I'm not entirely sure. What I am sure of is this .... the month of March is death to ego as we know it, and leaning fully into who we truly are. Whatever that means. Cheers to growth, friends. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss ...
Mar 08, 2021•31 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Agape love. Unconditional love. The highest form of love. The way we aspire to love each other in the Sun Happens Community. You can sit with us. There is no judgment here. Just love, compassion, understanding... and a whole lot of laughter. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to Sun Happens Email list at sunhappens.net . And Remember, Sun Happens. When you can't find it, c...
Mar 01, 2021•21 min•Season 3Ep. 3
If you were to ask the question "What am I known for?"... what response would you get? The reality is, you get to create that truth. What you are known for is what YOU are putting out into the world, so how bout we start putting the things we love into the world? How much better to be known for what we love, rather than what we hate? The world and all it's divisive rhetoric, will try to sway you to hate, but let's not? Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @Su...
Mar 01, 2021•26 min•Season 3Ep. 2
"Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." These are the words I end this episode with. Although, I use it in a way you might not expect. my brain is unique, but you'll understand once you listen. Hate can never inspire true lasting change, only love can do that, especially when it comes to your body and taking care of the temple that your body is. Also, side note, thank you to my wonderful friends who unknowingly encouraged me to start back up. Not tomorrow, not a week from today, but...
Jan 18, 2021•24 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Friends!! Wow, 2020 has been quite the year, hasn't it? Personally, I went skydiving. I attended a Rachel Hollis conference (only to find out her and Dave would end in divorce *TEARS*). Got promoted to manager of an amazing sports complex. The world shut down from COVID. Lost multiple people I loved dearly to cancer. To all of that I say, I love you. I miss you, but this will be the last episode of the year. Take a listen to see where I am at, and how this podcast may look in 2021. Cheers to a b...
Nov 15, 2020•10 min•Season 2Ep. 21
I've never been one to plan all too well, but I do see when there is a common theme showing up in my life. Listen to me ramble on about more grace, more love, and more compassion... because at the end of the day, we're just humans doing the best we can and most times we aren't even close to getting it right. grace for you, too. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to Sun Hap...
Oct 12, 2020•20 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Hi Friends!! today's episode we talk a little bit about why I do this, what we want this podcast community to look like, why it's a safe place for you to come as you are, own your flaws (but not be judged by them), and grow at your own pace.... all while being fully loved along the way. if that sounds good to you, let's be friends? Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to Sun...
Sep 28, 2020•15 min•Season 2Ep. 19
ANTS (automatic negative thoughts) can become a major problem if not taken care of promptly at the time of arrival. Did you guys know that you don't have to believe every stupid thought that pops into your mind? What would happen if we stopped believing the little lies and challenged them instead? Cheers to growth, friends. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to Sun Happens...
Aug 31, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Have you ever felt like a fraud? Like, sooner or later, everyone will find out that you don't deserve your success/accomplishments? If so, you're not alone. 70% of individuals experience this... so why is no one talking about it? You are not an imposter. You are an original. Cheers to growth, friends. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to Sun Happens Email list at sunhappe...
Aug 17, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 17
You ever feel like the world expects you to be happy 100% of the time? Like if you show up less than perfect, they might think differently of you? cuz, same. Today, we dive into just some of the reasons why it's totally okay to not be okay. In the words of Dixie Damelio, "Sometimes, I don't want to be happy, don't hold it against me." Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to ...
Aug 03, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 16
With everything going on in the world, I have found comfort in the idea that we were made for such a time as this. In your life, you can make a difference where God has placed you. Right here. Right now. Follow along as we discuss this idea, and how I navigated what I believe to be my purpose in this chaos. Be sure to follow the host Marissa on Instagram/TikTok @TheMarissaBaker , @SunHappensOfficial Lastly, make sure you never miss what is happening by subscribing to Sun Happens Email list at su...
Jul 20, 2020•19 min•Season 2Ep. 15
