The Simple Habits That Make Your Family HAPPIER! Co-founder of The Elf on the Shelf, Christa Pitts

<p>Today&#39;s episode is about something every single one of us is searching for:</p><p>What&#39;s the secret to creating a life filled with moments you&#39;ll never forget?</p><p>Our guest is Christa Pitts, co-founder and co-CEO of The Lumistella Company, home of The Elf on the Shelf. What began as a simple family tradition around an elf named Fisbee has become one of the most beloved holiday traditions in the world, bringing joy to millions of families.</p><p>But this conversation isn&#39;t really about Christmas.</p><p>It&#39;s about happiness.</p><p>After spending more than 20 years watching families create magical memories, Christa has learned something that might surprise you:</p><p>The moments that shape us the most are usually the simplest.</p><p>Today, you&#39;re going to learn:</p><p>- Why the happiest childhood memories rarely come from expensive gifts</p><p>- The surprisingly simple habit that helps families feel more connected every day</p><p>- What one of the greatest (and free) gifts you can give someone you love is</p><p>- What Christa learned from receiving rejection after rejection, and how she kept believing when nobody else did</p><p>- The mindset every everyone needs when the future feels uncertain</p><p>- The four values that have helped Christa build a thriving company </p><p>- How to create traditions your family will remember for decades</p><p>Whether you&#39;re a parent, an entrepreneur, or simply someone trying to create a happier, more meaningful life, this conversation will remind you that joy isn&#39;t found in perfection.</p><p>It&#39;s found in presence.</p><p>And sometimes, the smallest moments become the biggest memories.</p><p><br></p><p><a href="https://smallbitsofhappiness.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Explore our website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://smallbitsofhappiness.com/product/be-canada-crewneck/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shop Be Canada Crewneck⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://christapitts.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Explore Christa&#39;s website</a></p><p><a href="https://lumistella.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Visit The Lumistella Company&#39;s website</a></p><p><br></p><p>Ready to Hack Your Happiness some more? Listen to our interview with Sarah Kauss. We know you&#39;ll love it: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/71gpTbTFBi0QIi9UrXet7u?si=m5Aup8GdRfq6-ZugCTY7Qw" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠listen + watch now!⁠</a></p><p><br></p><p>(00:00) Why This Conversation Matters For You</p><p>(02:14) Building The Essence of Christmas</p><p>(04:04) What Can Anyone Learn From The Elf on the Shelf?</p><p>(05:25) The Ritual of The Elf on the Shelf</p><p>(09:16) Do THIS Tonight, For a Small Bit of Happiness</p><p>(12:27) A Memory That Christa Will Never Forget</p><p>(14:41) What Comes To Mind?</p><p>(16:27) Hacks For Creating Special Family Memories</p><p>(19:19) Here&#39;s What Christa Keeps Coming Back To...</p><p>(21:24) The FUNNIEST Elf Stories!</p><p>(23:03) Hidden Costs of Creating Magic For Millions</p><p>(24:40) Creating Products For Other Seasons</p><p>(26:42) What Is It Like To Work With Your Twin Sister?</p><p>(31:40) Hacks For Fostering a Strong Sibling Bond</p><p>(34:02) Success and Happiness</p><p>(39:34) Stop For a Second</p><p>(40:29) The Reality of Starting a Business + Believing in Yourself</p><p>(45:10) What Did You Learn On QVC?</p><p>(47:14) Understanding FIRE</p><p>(49:32) If You Take Away ONE Learning, Let It Be THIS</p><p>(51:07) Rapid Fire</p><p>(53:08) Find Christa Here</p><p>(54:06) Building A Massive Brand, Becoming Bold, and Following Your Dreams</p>