In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, we’re diving deep into something most people never think about — joy as a discipline, not a feeling. If happiness is a moment, joy is a muscle. And just like any muscle, it grows through intentional practice. In this solo episode, Holly unpacks The Seven Disciplines of Joy — a blend of philosophy, neuroscience, faith, storytelling, and practical, everyday habits that shape a life that feels grounded, peaceful, and unshakeable. You’ll lea...
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In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, we’re diving deep into something most people never think about — joy as a discipline, not a feeling. If happiness is a moment, joy is a muscle. And just like any muscle, it grows through intentional practice. In this solo episode, Holly unpacks The Seven Disciplines of Joy — a blend of philosophy, neuroscience, faith, storytelling, and practical, everyday habits that shape a life that feels grounded, peaceful, and unshakeable. You’ll lea...
In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, we’re diving deep into something most people never think about — joy as a discipline, not a feeling. If happiness is a moment, joy is a muscle. And just like any muscle, it grows through intentional practice. In this solo episode, Holly unpacks The Seven Disciplines of Joy — a blend of philosophy, neuroscience, faith, storytelling, and practical, everyday habits that shape a life that feels grounded, peaceful, and unshakeable. You’ll lea...
Most people think success is about doing more. Working harder. Moving faster. Pushing to the end of the year before finally taking a breath. But true success — healthy success — is about rhythm, not rush. In this episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, Holly explores The Art of Healthy Ambition — how to dream big, build sustainably, and stay grounded in peace, purpose, and faith. She opens with the timeless Bamboo Parable — the story of how growth often happens underground, unseen, and i...
✨ October is Mental Health Awareness Month in Australia ✨ In this powerful episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I open up about my own battle with depression, anxiety, and unhappiness — and why I wrote my book 30 Days to Happiness as a simple daily guide to help others rebuild their lives one step at a time. To mark this month, I’m giving away 50 signed copies of my book. All you need to do is cover shipping and use the code Freehappiness at checkout. 👉 Grab your copy here: www.30...
Welcome back to the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast! Today, I’m joined by the incredible Christine Blosdale — #1 bestselling author of The Social Media and Branding Survival Guide: Digital Marketing So Irresistible, Even Your Ex Will Want to Follow You. Christine is a 25-year media veteran who has worked with giants like America Online and Microsoft, and she’s the founder of Expert Authority Coach, where she helps entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and business owners step into the spotlight an...
In this episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I dive into the first seven habits from my book, 30 Days to Happiness. These are simple but powerful daily practices that can literally rewire your brain for more joy, peace, and energy — and they’re backed by neuroscience, philosophy, and faith. Together we explore: ✨ Why scheduling time for yourself is a non-negotiable ✨ How starting your day right shifts your entire mood and productivity ✨ The brain science behind affirmations (and how...
In this episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I sit down with Jimmy Burroughes — former British Army officer, leadership expert, and bestselling author of Beat Burnout – Ignite Performance. Jimmy and I dive deep into his five high-performance differentiators and his powerful framework for building trust — both in military teams and in workplaces. We explore the impact of low-trust environments on the brain (his memorable “wizard vs. lizard” analogy), and how leaders can shift from bein...
In this episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I sit down with John K. Coyle — Olympic silver medalist, bestselling author, and international keynote speaker known for his groundbreaking work on time expansion and designing meaningful moments. John and I explore: ✨ Why natural talent alone isn’t enough without passion, purpose, and persistence ✨ How “flow states” can increase memory storage by 4–5x and expand your experience of time ✨ The five drivers of creating lasting memories: risk,...
We love control. We love our plans, our routines, and the feeling that we’ve got everything handled. But here’s the hard truth: control is an illusion. In this episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I unpack why clinging so tightly to outcomes often robs us of joy — and why letting go may be the key to more peace, purpose, and presence in your life. Together we’ll explore: ✨ What philosophy teaches us about control (and why the Stoics had it right) ✨ How neuroscience proves that “holdin...
In this heartfelt episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I sit down with Bronte from Journey of an Honest Mum to talk about the raw reality of life, motherhood, and finding peace when everything feels chaotic. We explore how happiness is not the ultimate goal — instead, it’s about cultivating daily peace, joy, and gratitude in the middle of instability. Bronte shares her journey of separation, raising four young children (including twins), and navigating life without needing control, ce...
You’ve built the business. You’ve ticked the boxes. You’ve done everything they said you should do. So why does it still feel like something’s missing? In this powerful episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I break down 7 lies we’ve been told about happiness and success — and share the truth I’ve learned through my own story of loss, achievement, burnout, and rebuilding. We’ll dive into: ✨ Why “I’ll be happy when…” is the fastest way to stay unfulfilled ✨ The myth of hustle culture and...
The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast has officially ranked in the Top 10 Podcasts in Australia, landing at an incredible #2. In the top 10% worldwide, this movement is helping high achievers everywhere find true happiness, clarity, and purpose. Are you constantly racing against the clock, feeling burned out, or like you’re “doing everything right” but still not feeling fulfilled? In this episode of 30 Days to Happiness, I sit down with Michelle Niemeyer, a former high-powered lawyer turned certif...
Episode 100! Are you feeling lost, directionless, or like you're doing a lot but none of it truly lights you up? In this soul-deep episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I guide you through a powerful and practical step-by-step process to help you discover your purpose — not just in theory, but in a way that connects your gifts, your pain, your story, and your future. Inside, I’ll walk you through: ✨ The exact questions I use to help my clients uncover their purpose ✨ How to align your ...
This is one of the most powerful episodes I’ve ever recorded. In it, I go deeper into the real formula for happiness — not the surface-level “feel good” kind of happiness, but the kind that leads to true joy, peace, and purpose. I share my own journey of growing up as a high performer with entrepreneurial parents, attaching my identity and happiness to achievement, and how losing my horses as a young adult — and more recently, losing my daughter — stripped away my sense of control and purpose...
If you're a business owner, leader, or manager who feels like you're constantly organising everything for everyone — but never have time to actually build the vision you're here for — this episode is for you. Too many high performers are operating in daily survival mode: Back-to-back meetings with no clear outcomeEndless decision-making bottlenecksDelegation that still leads back to your inboxAnd zero white space to actually think, lead, or growIn this episode, I share my 5-step L.E.A.D.S. Fr...
Are you stuck in indecision — waiting for the perfect sign, the perfect plan, or the perfect time? In this episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I’m diving deep into one of the biggest things keeping people stuck: not making decisions. Because here’s the truth: Not deciding is deciding. And it’s costing you your confidence, clarity, and calling. You’ll also learn: ✅ Why indecision kills momentum and drains your energy ✅ The neuroscience of how overthinking sabotages purpose ✅ My 5D ...
Are you waking up tired, constantly anxious, and just trying to make it through the day? You might be in survival mode—and you're not alone. In this powerful episode, Holly opens up about what survival mode really looks like for entrepreneurs and high performers. From overwhelm and grief to online pressure and emotional burnout, she shares the hard truth: you can’t build your dream life when your nervous system is in overdrive. You’ll learn: The sneaky signs you’re stuck in survival modeWhy h...
✨ In this raw and powerful episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I dive into a truth many people don’t want to hear: Your small faith is the reason you’re not seeing big results. If you’ve been holding back… second-guessing yourself… waiting for “clarity” before you take that next step — this episode is your wake-up call. I share the three stories that shook me: Peter walking on water… until fear made him sinkSara Blakely, who had no proof her crazy idea would work — but bet on herself...
🕊️ In this deeply personal episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I open up about the loss of our daughter at 20 weeks — a moment that changed me forever. But this episode isn’t just about grief. It’s about growth. It’s about how, in the middle of heartbreak, we can still choose meaning. How we can rise — not in spite of what happened, but because of it. I share how I found light in the darkness through something called Post-Traumatic Growth — a powerful concept in positive psychology t...
Hey team, I’m back with another episode of the 30 Days to Happiness podcast! 💛 This week, I’m sharing insights straight from the high-performance habits of my million-dollar clients—and how you can apply these strategies to your own life. In this power-packed episode, I’ll walk you through: ✨ The truth about procrastination—why it’s not laziness but fear (and how to conquer it) ✨ The habit loop—and how to design habits that are so easy, you can’t fail ✨ Planning your dream day—why your week s...
After taking two months off following the heartbreaking loss of our daughter at 20 weeks, I’m returning to the 30 Days to Happiness podcast with a renewed heart, deeper faith, and a powerful message to share. This is the most honest episode I’ve ever recorded. In this raw and real conversation, I walk you through my personal healing journey, how grief has shifted my perspective, and why so many of us continue to delay the life we truly want. You’ll learn: ✨ How to identify and remove the “BUT...
In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, we’re diving deep into something most people never think about — joy as a discipline, not a feeling. If happiness is a moment, joy is a muscle. And just like any muscle, it grows through intentional practice. In this solo episode, Holly unpacks The Seven Disciplines of Joy — a blend of philosophy, neuroscience, faith, storytelling, and practical, everyday habits that shape a life that feels grounded, peaceful, and unshakeable. You’ll lea...
