#641: "I'll Be Happy When…" (But Why Am I Still Not Happy?)

#641: "I'll Be Happy When…" (But Why Am I Still Not Happy?)

Author: Trish Blackwell March 4, 2025 Duration: 32:20

We all do it: I'll be happy when I lose the weight. When I hit six figures. When I find the right person. When I get that promotion. But then, the moment arrives… and happiness still feels out of reach. Why? In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're unpacking the hidden confidence-killer of conditional happiness and how to break free from the "next-goal" trap.

 

You'll learn the surprising reason why success doesn't always equal joy, a simple daily shift that rewires your brain for lasting happiness, and how to stop feeling guilty for wanting more. Plus, we'll talk about the "must be nice" mindset and how you can step into abundance—right where you are. If you've ever felt like happiness is just one more achievement away, this episode will change everything.

 

What You'll Learn in Today's Episode:

✅ Why achieving more won't automatically make you happier

✅ How the "next goal" mindset is actually stealing your confidence

✅ A simple 3-minute daily shift to start feeling fulfilled now

✅ The secret to breaking free from the "must be nice" comparison trap

 

Get the transcript and full show notes at www.trishblackwell.com/641

🏛️ GET MENTORED & COACHED BY TRISH in the COLLEGE OF CONFIDENCE  (Risk-Free, Cancel-at-Anytime, Money-Back Guarantee!)

www.collegeofconfidence.com

📌 ANXIETY NEUTRALIZATION TECHNIQUE: www.trishblackwell.com/anxiety

🎉STOP CARING WHAT PEOPLE THINK [THE NEW COURSE!] 
www.trishblackwell.com/stopcaring

🤑 THE FULLY BOOKED LIFE COACH METHOD, 75% Off! Limited Time! www.trishblackwell.com/fullybooked

🧠 THE NARRATIVE INTELLIGENCE BUNDLE  www.trishblackwell.com/nq

🔥COMPARISON DETOX, Newly released!!! On sale now! 
www.trishblackwell.com/comparisondetox 

💊DETOX YOUR SELF-DOUBT, Curently 98% Off, just $27
www.trishblackwell.com/selfdoubtdetox

📂THE 3|3|3 METHOD, FREE DOWNLOAD! www.trishblackwell.com/333method

✅‌ ACCELERATE YOUR CONFIDENCE, RISK-FREE:

Our next-level coaching happens at: http://www.collegeofconfidence.com

❤️ABUNDANT AND ACCELERATED, 3-month 1:1 program with Trish, find out more at www.trishblackwell.com/abundant

📓GET THE "JOURNAL MASTERY BUNDLE"  for just $17 at 

https://trishblackwell.thrivecart.com/journal-bundle-2025/

🎉 7-DAY SELF-TALK / SELF -VALIDATION CHALLENGE, for just $7 at www.trishblackwell.com/validate

 

 

STAY CONNECTED.

👉‌Website:  https://www.trishblackwell.com/

👉Instagram:  http://instagram.com/trish_blackwell

 👉Facebook: www.facebook.com/TrishBlackwellCoaching

 

 

⚡️POWER PHRASE PYRAMID⚡️

🔺TOP LEVEL (Ultimate Breakthrough Thought)

✨ I don't have to wait for happiness—I create it now.

 

🔹MIDDLE LEVEL (Empowering Core Beliefs)

  • My joy is not dependent on achievements.
  • Confidence comes from presence, not pressure.
  • Success without inner peace is not success at all.
  • I allow myself to want more without guilt.
  • I already have everything I need to feel fulfilled today.

 

🔻BOTTOM LEVEL (Daily Affirmations & Mindset Shifts)

  • I am enough right now, as I am.
  • I choose gratitude over dissatisfaction.
  • I celebrate progress, not just results.
  • Happiness is in the present, not the next milestone.
  • I define success on my own terms.

It's a quiet, persistent feeling that you're not quite measuring up, even when everything looks fine on the outside. The Confidence Podcast: Mindset Coaching and Tips to Overcome Self-Limiting Beliefs, Self-Doubt, Perfectionism, Overthinking, Impostor Syndrome and Insecurity speaks directly into that space. Hosted by Trish Blackwell, a seasoned confidence coach, these conversations are for anyone-particularly women-who are tired of their own inner critic holding them back from the purpose they sense is within them. You’ll find practical coaching strategies here, but also a deeper, integrated perspective that weaves together mindset work with spiritual grounding. Episodes tackle the very real cycles of overthinking and self-doubt, offering actionable tips to break free and build a more resilient, authentic sense of self. Trish’s approach is both compassionate and direct, guiding you to move from a place of insecurity to one of courageous action. This isn't about a superficial fix; it's about aligning your inner world with your faith and potential. Tuning into this podcast feels like a coaching session blended with a heartfelt talk, all aimed at helping you silence the noise of not-enoughness and step into the confidence you were meant to live with.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Confidence Podcast: Mindset Coaching and Tips to Overcome Self-Limiting Beliefs, Self-Doubt, Perfectionism, Overthinking, Impostor Syndrome and Insecurity
Podcast Episodes
#680: Micro-Excuses [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:36
Micro excuses are the tiny, sneaky thoughts that quietly interrupt your consistency, sabotage your follow-through, and keep you from becoming the version of yourself you know you can be. They sound harmless — "I'll do it…
#679: Sneaky Negativity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:57
Sneaky negativity is the quietest confidence killer in your mind — and the most dangerous. You might think you're being realistic… responsible… self-aware… or even positive enough. But what if some of your most ordinary,…
#678: Easy Tools for Quick Mindset Shifts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:54
You don't need a full mindset overhaul — you just need the right tools to shift fast. In this episode, you'll learn 9 simple, science-backed ways to reset your thoughts, calm your nerves, and boost your confidence in und…
#677: How to Win When You're Losing or Behind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:08
What separates those who crumble under pressure from those who rise stronger? Confidence — not the loud kind, but the quiet, grounded belief that refuses to give up. In this episode, Trish unpacks how to train your mind…
#676: The Cancers of Confidence: Complaining, Comparing & Criticism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:03
Confidence doesn't crumble overnight — it erodes slowly, through habits that seem harmless. In this episode, we're investigating the three cancers of confidence: complaining, comparing, and criticizing. These habits quie…
#675: Narrative Intelligence (NQ) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:01
If you've ever spiraled in self-doubt, replayed a conversation on loop, or thought "I know better but I can't stop thinking this way," then this episode is your mirror moment. In today's conversation, we're unpacking Nar…
#673: Being New or Bad at Something [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:53
Ever held back because you didn't want to look bad or feel like the beginner in the room? In this episode, I share my own story of jumping into a hockey pick-up game where I was far from the best on the ice—and why that…
#672: Wanting More and Mastering Contentment (At the Same Time) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:28
How do you stay deeply grateful for what you have while also chasing big, impossible goals? In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, Trish explores how to hold both contentment and ambition in balance. You'll learn how…