Happiness: Are You Holding Yourself Back? Are you tired of waiting for happiness to find you? It’s time to take action! While ups and downs are part of life, continually seeking happiness can keep you trapped in a cycle of disappointment. Science shows that your happiness is influenced by genes, behaviors, and circumstances, but the good news is—much of it is within *your control*! How you choose to spend your time and the thoughts you nurture profoundly impact your mood and self-esteem. In this transformative class, you’ll learn powerful techniques to shift your mindset from negativity to positivity. From cultivating gratitude to embracing proactive attitudes, discover countless ways to enhance your happiness. Remember, even the happiest people face challenges, but what truly matters is how you respond. Happiness isn’t a distant goal; it’s already within you, just waiting to be uncovered!

Taught by FemCity Founder’s Circle Member, Dr. Melinda Hill.

About Dr. Melinda:

About Dr. Melinda C. Hill, PCC

• I have over 15 years of successful experience working with individuals and groups to strengthen the commitment to personal, professional, organizational, and wellness goals through coaching and behavioral change.

• I am a detail-oriented coaching professional with a passion for growing people and organizations towards positive change through advanced coaching strategies.

• Helping individuals meeting their goals; partnering with people for success is her mission. Leading an ethical, balanced, purposeful life while living your dreams are guiding principles for Melinda; partnering with like-minded organizations and individuals is what brings about success in the coaching relationship.

• I am strongly motivated to be organizationally involved in the coaching industry. I sense and accept a certain degree of self-assumed responsibility for the good, growth, and gain of others and am therefore dedicated to the coaching industry.

• I am supporting and encouraging. I have a unique ability to assist my clients while holding them accountable for their desired outcomes.

• For over two decades, I have worked in individual and group settings supporting clients in defining and meeting personal and career goals. My areas of expertise include: 

• Executive and Professional Coaching

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging 

• Managing Change through Appreciative Inquiry

• Mental Fitness Coaching 

• Behavioral Coaching & Leadership Development

• Career Coaching

• DISC Personality Assessment  

Qualifications

• Ed. D Higher Education Leadership and Organizational Change  

• M.S. Counseling and Human Development

• B.S. Organizational Management and Development

• Graduate Certificate in Executive and Professional Coaching

• Cornell Certification Diversity and Inclusion 

• Certified Brain Health Coach

• Gallup Certified Strengths Coach