# Decide Happy with Susan Hall

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Podcast: [The Midsters](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-midsters-6504514)
Published: 2026-01-27T21:50:53+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of The Midsters Podcast , we’re joined by Susan Hall, founder of Decide Happy, who shares how happiness isn’t a personality trait — it’s a daily practice built through small, intentional choices. After experiencing a year that completely transformed her life, including a rare cancer diagnosis and a series of unimaginable challenges, Susan discovered that while we can’t control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond. Together, we explore the difference between happiness and joy, why gratitude is a powerful mindset tool, and how naming and feeling our emotions actually builds resilience rather than weakness. Susan breaks down simple, practical strategies for shifting perspective, building emotional strength, and creating a life filled with connection, calm, contribution, and growth — even during the hardest seasons. This episode is a powerful reminder that happiness isn’t about perfect circumstances. It’s about learning to meet life with courage, intention, and compassion. Check out Susan Hall's book here: https://www.decidehappy.com/book

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