
The Business Of Happiness
When you feel good, you do good. In business and in life, we can do better and have a greater impact on the lives of others when we align our intentions and our actions with inner fulfillment. The Business of Happiness Podcast ignites the conversation of redefining our modern definition of success and how to find happiness in our work and, ultimately, in our lives. I am Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy, and in the first 2 decades of my career, I reveled in culturally recognizable success and drowned myself in personal turmoil and depression. Since then, I have embarked on a quest for greater purpose and joy in business and in life. Welcome to the conversation as each week we discuss together, and with successful business owners and leaders, how to strive for happiness. Together we will adventure to discover the secrets to finding true purpose and impact and to redefine our understanding of success. This is The Business of Happiness.
The Business Of Happiness
#354 - The Truth About Willpower – How to Use It to Your Advantage
In today’s episode of The Business of Happiness podcast, Dr. Tarryn McCarthy uncovers the science behind decision fatigue and why putting yourself first isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. Learn how your daily energy levels impact your choices, why self-care should come before serving others, and simple strategies to refuel throughout the day. If you’re a high-achieving woman in dentistry feeling stretched too thin, this episode will help you break free from guilt and exhaustion.
Show notes:
(3:58) The cycle of decision fatigue
(5:51) The emotional toll of self-criticism
(7:13) The science behind energy depletion
(10:14) Why big decisions should happen early
(12:27) Self-compassion over self-blame
(15:02) The power of rest & recharge
(17:27) Taking intentional breaks to refuel
(18:47) Introducing the Empower Her retreat
(20:37) The science of putting yourself first
(22:21) Outro
Learn more about:
Empower HER Retreat for Women Dentists - Happening this April 10 -13, 2025
http://empowerherretreat.org
Get in touch with Dr. MacCarthy:
Email: tarryn@drtarrynmaccarthy.com
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Unlock your inner peace and reclaim joy in your profession with the Nervous System Regulation For Dentists Course: https://www.thebizofhappiness.com/calm
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