Happily Divorced Episode 13: When Joy Feels Like a Betrayal: Breaking the Guilt of Being Happy

In this raw, vulnerable episode, Karishma shares a deep truth she uncovered while walking Clearwater Beach with her children — the guilt she felt around being happy.She opens up about navigating a blended family, the hidden chains of codependency, and the painful realization that her own peace had become dependent on others’ emotional states.If you've ever struggled with feeling bad for feeling good… if you’ve ever dimmed your light so someone else wouldn’t feel uncomfortable… or if you've noticed that your happiness depends on how your partner or children behave — this episode is a must-listen.Karishma invites you to return the keys of your joy, your peace, and your power back to the only place they ever belonged: within you.In this episode, you’ll discover:How codependency shows up in subtle, hidden waysWhy guilt is the silent barrier to joy, love, and abundanceThe real cost of placing your happiness in someone else's handsA powerful reframe to begin choosing joy — unapologetically🔑 “Selfish isn't bad. It's the gateway to your freedom.”Tune in to reflect, release, and remember that you are deserving — of love, joy, peace, and all of it.