web02.fireside.fm Sat, 02 May 2026 01:45:25 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Hardworking Happy Hour - Episodes Tagged with “Anxiety” https://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/tags/anxiety Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Each week Sean and Catherine will break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career. en-us episodic Sean and Catherine break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career. Hardworking Happy Hour Each week Sean and Catherine will break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career. no Hardworking Happy Hour hardworkinghappyhour@gmail.com Episode 165: We all have mental health, lets talk about it! http://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/ep165 d5e59eb7-792d-49d8-8e44-96c4e7b6aaab Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Hardworking Happy Hour full 1 Hardworking Happy Hour In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the significance of Men's Mental Health Month, particularly in the context of the construction industry, which often carries a stigma around mental health discussions. They explore the challenges men face regarding mental health, the importance of seeking help, and the role of community support. Sean shares his personal journey of recognizing and managing his mental health issues, emphasizing the need for open conversations and support systems for men. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine delve into the complexities of anxiety, panic attacks, and the importance of discussing mental health openly. They share personal experiences, coping strategies, and the significance of therapy in understanding and managing anxiety. The discussion emphasizes the need for awareness and support in navigating mental health challenges, particularly among men, and encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and seek help when needed. 1:01:58 no In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the significance of Men's Mental Health Month, particularly in the context of the construction industry, which often carries a stigma around mental health discussions. They explore the challenges men face regarding mental health, the importance of seeking help, and the role of community support. Sean shares his personal journey of recognizing and managing his mental health issues, emphasizing the need for open conversations and support systems for men. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine delve into the complexities of anxiety, panic attacks, and the importance of discussing mental health openly. They share personal experiences, coping strategies, and the significance of therapy in understanding and managing anxiety. The discussion emphasizes the need for awareness and support in navigating mental health challenges, particularly among men, and encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and seek help when needed. Keywords men's mental health, mental health month, construction industry, anxiety, coping mechanisms, men's health awareness, mental health stigma, emotional well-being, mental health support, men's health challenges, anxiety, mental health, panic attacks, therapy, coping mechanisms, sharing experiences, male depression, mind-body connection, self-awareness, emotional health In this conversation, Sean and Catherine discuss the significance of Men's Mental Health Month, particularly in the context of the construction industry, which often carries a stigma around mental health discussions. They explore the challenges men face regarding mental health, the importance of seeking help, and the role of community support. Sean shares his personal journey of recognizing and managing his mental health issues, emphasizing the need for open conversations and support systems for men. In this conversation, Sean and Catherine delve into the complexities of anxiety, panic attacks, and the importance of discussing mental health openly. They share personal experiences, coping strategies, and the significance of therapy in understanding and managing anxiety. The discussion emphasizes the need for awareness and support in navigating mental health challenges, particularly among men, and encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and seek help when needed.

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]]> Episode 158: Adam Santo of Lilly LLC! http://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/ep158 3c9aafdf-7c30-46c2-b27a-b739442f3123 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Hardworking Happy Hour full 1 Hardworking Happy Hour In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life. 1:07:28 no ** Editors note: We apologize for the audio quality of this episode, we know it is not up to par. But this conversation was just too good to not post! We will have to have Adam on again to make up for it! In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life. hardscaping, client relationships, craftsmanship, design philosophy, communication, solo operator, construction challenges, landscaping, business growth, pool construction, classic cars, mindfulness, work-life balance, anxiety, modern technology, hobbies, passion, mental health, stress management ** Editors note: We apologize for the audio quality of this episode, we know it is not up to par. But this conversation was just too good to not post! We will have to have Adam on again to make up for it!

In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life.

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In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life.

]]> Episode 5: Mental Health http://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/ep5 0ca83985-16ab-4236-b2b1-899ba90c450b Mon, 10 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0500 Hardworking Happy Hour full 1 Hardworking Happy Hour In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine break down the stigma around mental health. Whether your mental health is something you struggle with or if you are just trying to be the best version of yourself, there is always room for improvement! 41:33 no In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine break down the stigma around mental health. Not everyone has mental illness, but everyone has mental health, and its important we all take the time to take care of it to be the best versions of ourselves! We discuss the struggles we have faced, as well as ways to overcome them. Mental health is a big topic these days, and we think its important to start the conversation! If you or someone you know is struggling, there are many resources to find help! The following are just a few: NAMI: nami.org SAMHSA: samhsa.gov NMHI: nmhi.org entrepreneurship, business, creativity, innovation, trades, tradesperson, tradeswoman, tradesman, carpentry, construction, leadership, goal setting, mental health, mental illness, anxiety, In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine break down the stigma around mental health. Not everyone has mental illness, but everyone has mental health, and its important we all take the time to take care of it to be the best versions of ourselves! We discuss the struggles we have faced, as well as ways to overcome them. Mental health is a big topic these days, and we think its important to start the conversation!

If you or someone you know is struggling, there are many resources to find help! The following are just a few:

  1. NAMI: nami.org
  2. SAMHSA: samhsa.gov
  3. NMHI: nmhi.org
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If you or someone you know is struggling, there are many resources to find help! The following are just a few:

  1. NAMI: nami.org
  2. SAMHSA: samhsa.gov
  3. NMHI: nmhi.org
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