Better Than Happy

Ep 100. 100 Things to Love About You

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that when you take some time to retrain your brain to think loving, kind, compassionate thoughts about yourself, you end up thinking abou...

Ep 99. Individual Worth with Kim Giles

09 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking with fellow LDS Life Coach Kim Giles of Clarity Point Coaching. Kim's teachings were one of the first I discovered when I began my o...

Ep 98. When You Feel Like A Failure

02 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I want to reframe the way you think about failure. I want to clear up the misunderstanding most people have about what it is, what causes it and...

Bonus Episode. Why Emotions Matter

31 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I've got a bonus episode for you today and it's going to teach you 3 reasons why emotions matter. Listen up and then make sure you sign up for my mont...

Ep 97. When Someone Is Mad At You

26 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Let's face it. Most of us are approval addicts. When other people adore us we give ourselves permission to believe we are worthy of adoration. This is...

Ep 96. 5 Secrets to a Happy Marriage

19 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Your marriage is the most prevalent relationship in your life. When you are happy in it, your life feels happy. When it's difficult, your life feels d...

Ep 95. Avoiding the Mom Traps with Molly Claire

12 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'd like to introduce you to a fellow coach and dear friend of mine Molly Claire. She's a phenomenal coach and she has some great insight to off...

Ep 94. Teachings of Byron Katie

05 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited to teach you a little bit about Byron Katie and what she calls "The Work." These four questions followed by turnarounds give you a new ...

Ep 93. Questions and Answers

28 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I've pulled some of the questions sent in by listeners and I'm answering them for you on today's episode. These questions were selected because of the...

Ep 92. Jody Coaches Danielle on Maintaining Her Routine

21 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing another real coaching call with a real client. Danielle is having trouble maintaining the schedule she outlined for herself and to m...

Ep 91. Difficult People

14 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you've been listening to the podcast you know logically that other people do not have the control over our emotions that we tend to believe they do...

Ep 90. Jody Coaches Kassie on Body Image and Weight Tools

07 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm coaching another member of the Be Bold Community. This time Kassie talks to us about the roller coaster many of us know well when it comes t...

Ep 89. What's Fueling Your Action?

31 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking to you about the action that you take in your life. When there is a problem to solve or a goal you want to reach, I'm all for taking...

Ep 88. Automated Blessings From God

24 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We're told that when we do what we're commanded, we are blessed. Today I'm sharing with you how the way the human brain functions and what we know abo...

Bonus Episode: Why You Shouldn't Listen to Me

22 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I have 3 reasons why you shouldn't listen to me and I'm sharing them with you today. I'm also answering the most common questions I've been getting ab...

Ep 87. New Listener? Start Here: 5 Lies About How the World Works

17 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you're new to the podcast this is a great first episode to introduce you to this work. These are the 5 lies about how the world works that most peo...

Ep 86. Jody Coaches April Who Wants to Be the Favorite

10 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited for you to listen to this coaching session. I believe listening to coaching will help you take what you're learning here on this podcas...

Ep 85. Self Actualization

03 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm going to begin by sharing a bit about my journey to becoming a Life Coach. Then we're going to learn about self-actualization. This term, co...

Ep 84. The Law of Chastity Shame Free, with Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

24 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm delighted to welcome back Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife. We're talking about how to teach our kids about their sexuality and the law of chasti...

Ep 83. Love and Hate

17 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Love and hate are powerful emotions. Many of us don't experience them at their extremes very often. But they have relatives known as like and dislike ...

Ep 82. Brooke Castillo on Connection in Your Marriage

10 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Today I am so thrilled to have Brooke Castillo join me on the podcast to talk about connection in your marriage. Brooke teaches us more about connecti...

Ep 81. It's Not About You

03 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Your brain thinks that the things that happen in your life should be filtered through the lense, "How does this affect me?" This self interested posit...

Ep 78. How to Get Started on Your Goals

30 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have a goal? I'm not talking about the to do list or the things you wish were habits but aren't yet. I mean a big, scary goal or a dream. If yo...

Ep 80. Jody Coaches Amanda on Fostering Confidence

27 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Confidence requires ongoing work. It's not a checkbox that we're done with. Today I'm coaching a member from the Be Bold Community on how to quiet the...

Ep 79. Victim Mentality

20 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

All of us have moments when we feel like a victim. A part of us finds some relief or validation in identifying this way. But for some people, victim m...

Ep 77. How to Have a Difficult Conversation

06 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

If you describe yourself as someone who avoids conflict and is uncomfortable having a difficult conversation then I have good news for you. You just h...

Ep 76. Vulnerability

31 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

To be vulnerable means to expose your weaknesses in such a way that you risk being harmed. No wonder we don't like it. We didn't get this far as a spe...

Ep 75. Changing Your Results and an Announcement

23 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I'm so excited about this episode. I have some great content for you dealing with why it's so difficult to change the results in our lives. If you fin...

Ep 74. Perfect Timing

16 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like there isn't enough time? Like you're too busy? Like you missed a deadline? Time is like money in that it's easy to develop a scarcity m...

Ep 73. What Other People Think

09 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you have that voice in your head that cares about what other people think? Ever wish you didn't? Well, the truth is it's human nature and not carin...

Ep 72. Jody Coaches A Mom Who Is Ready to Find Herself

02 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You guys. Are you ready for this? Today I'm coaching a real live client. A fantastic, amazing woman who wants to find herself. She struggles with feel...

Ep 71. Clean Parenting Part 3: Leadership

26 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is the final episode in the clean parenting series and it's packed with goodness. As a parent, you are a leader and good leadership skills can he...

Ep 70. Election Results and Q/A

18 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm taking a break from the Clean Parenting Series (which will be back next week) in order to talk about the 2016 Presidential Election results....

Ep 69. Clean Parenting Part 2: When Your Child Feels Bad

11 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our children are here on earth to experience an entire range of emotions and as parents it can be heartbreaking to watch. But for your child (and for ...

Ep 68. Clean Parenting Part 1: Coach Yourself

04 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You've heard of clean eating and how good it is for your body. Getting rid of toxins and chemicals and all the things that are not natural or good for...

Ep 67. Creating a Home You Love with Jessica Bennett of Alice Lane Home

28 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Gretchen Rubin says "outer order contributes to inner calm," and if you find that keeping your house clean and orderly is a challenge, today's episode...

Ep 66. Politics and Energy

21 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our energy is like time or money in that it is in limited supply at any given time and it's something I want you to consider using wisely and investin...

Ep 65. Turning Points

14 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We all have interactions and events in our lives that help mold and shape us in profound ways. Sometimes they affect us in positive, empowering ways a...

Ep 64. Strengths and Weaknesses

07 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes we're grateful that other people are good at things we're not good at. Other times we wonder why everyone isn't like us and at times we even...

Ep 63. How to Say No

30 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes it's hard to say no but failing to do so can lead to a life that is less than authentic. In fact it's living in dishonesty or at the least w...

Ep 62. Interview with LDS Sex Therapist Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife

23 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

If you haven't heard Dr. Finlayson-Fife's message before you are in for a real treat. On today's episode I interview her and she talks to us about our...

Ep 61. Creation and Consumption

17 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Do you consume more than you create? We consume thing like food, clothing, housewares, electronics, information, entertainment, social media and much ...

Ep 60. Up Level Your Marriage

09 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm providing you with an introduction to the 4 main concepts I'll be teaching in greater detail in the Up Level Your Marriage Coac...

Ep 59. What Does Perseverance Mean: Failing Up

02 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Failure. Most of us are afraid of it. Most of us have spent much of our lives avoiding or even running from it. Today we'll explore and de-bunk the ma...

Ep 58. I Want to Know Why

27 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week in Take Tuesday I sent out a message asking, "why?" I wanted to know why you're thinking of your life as overwhelming and unfair and hard. W...

Ep 57. Should Kids Have Homework?

19 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Homework. Kids hate it. Teachers probably hate it. Most parents I know hate it. But whether or not we agree, it looks like most schools are going to k...

Ep 56. When Your Faith is Wavering

12 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

When Your Faith is Wavering To have faith is to choose to think thoughts that will never be proven in this lifetime. We think about faith in a religio...

Ep 55. When Your Husband Leaves the LDS Church

05 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We all grow up hoping for happily ever after but knowing that life is full of challenges and unexpected turns. When your husband decides he no longer ...

Ep 54. Questions and Answers

29 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I asked if you had any questions I could answer and you showed up in full force. One of many reasons I love you. Today I'm answering questions about ...

Ep 53. Finding Yourself: Discovering What Defines You

22 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

What does it mean to "find yourself" and is that a worthy endeavor or just an excuse people use for otherwise unusual behavior? This episode is all ab...

Ep 52. Core Fears: Unworthiness and Missing Out

15 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Everything you feel that is keeping you stuck is based on one of the two core fears I'm going to teach you about today. All bad behavior from yourself...

Ep 51. How to Stop Yelling at Your Kids

08 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You don't want to yell at your kids because you don't like being "that mom" and you also don't believe it's good for them in the long run. But sometim...

Ep 50. How to Make Friends

01 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This episode comes in response to questions from listeners about how to connect more deeply with other and how to feel comfortable when you're new and...

Ep 49. Sensations and Emotions

25 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I'm sharing some insight about stress, hunger, and fatigue. Ever wonder if some of it is just in your mind? Or all of it? What is the difference? When...

Ep 48. Wanting Without Needing

17 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

As human beings we all have needs and we all have wants. There is nothing selfish or wrong with any of it. But many of us feel our wants and needs jus...

Ep 47. Meet Bold New Mom Lindsay Peterson

10 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm introducing you to Lindsay Peterson, one of my beloved clients. Lindsay shares her insight with you and the changes she's experienced as she...

Ep 46. Zero Mommy Guilt

04 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We talk about "mommy guilt" like it's just something that comes with the role of being a mom. But it's not. It's not necessary and it's not helpful. I...

Ep 45. Life Is a Mastermind, Not a Test

27 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We're here to be tested. Or are we? Didn't we all fail the test right away? There is no passing of the test. That's why I like to think about it diffe...

Bonus Episode: Girls Camp Message

24 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is not a typical podcast episode. It's a talk I recorded especially for the young women of the Saint George 5th ward who will be listening to thi...

Ep 44. How to Make Your Husband Happy

20 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

"I just want my husband to be happy." This sounds good and innocent and selfless. And sometimes it is. But many times it causes more problems for us (...

Ep 43. Take Tuesday

13 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Every Tuesday I send out short bits of mom gold to your inbox if you're subscribed to my email list. Today I'm sharing some of the more popular messag...

Ep 42. Is Decision Making Adding to Your Level of Exhaustion?

07 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hey there stay at home mom and others. Are you exhausted? Is there one big reason why or is it a bunch of little things that are hard to identify and ...

Ep 41. Layering Emotions

29 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Emotions can be like a pebble dropped in the water and there is a ripple effect. Sometimes in life we need to feel sad or disappointed or bad in some ...

Ep 40. Questions and Answers

22 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm answering questions sent in by 4 of my listeners. They are questions I picked because I know they will benefit all of you. First I'll addres...

Ep 39. Parenting with Thought Work

16 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I never give parenting advice. Usually. Ok sometimes I do. Today I am. Kids are very open to this work because they aren't so hard wired. They are sti...

Ep 38. Don't Fall for Worry

09 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Worry much? Wanna know why? Worry is one emotion that is never helpful and never necessary. Many people tell me they don't want to worry but they feel...

Ep 37. Thoughts You Can Try On

02 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Once you discover the thoughts that are keeping you stuck, you're going to want to swap them out for more empowering ones. Today I'm sharing 27 empowe...

Ep 36. Difficult People

25 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode address an issue that was sent in by a listener who was treated really unkindly by someone else. It's an example I know you'll be able...

Ep 35. Breaking the Habit of People Pleasing

18 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Even understanding that we can't please everyone all of the time doesn't stop most of us from trying to. Being liked and approved of feels good. What ...

Ep 34. Godly Sorrow

11 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Nobody on planet Earth is exempt from needing the Atonement. But sometimes the way we think about Repentence and Godly Sorrow makes us feel like there...

Ep 33. The Science of Your Mind and Personality

05 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You guys. I'm talking Science today. I know… that's not like me right? If you like Science then you're welcome but even if you don't, check this one...

Ep 32. Intention and Surrender

27 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Joe Dispenza talks about finding the space between intention and surrender. It's not an exact science, but once you start to recognize which one comes...

Ep 31. Finding Inspiration and Meaning In The Journey

20 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy the journey. We hear it. We say it. What does it mean exactly? What is the journey supposed to look like? And if it's not enjoyable does that me...

Ep 30. Conquering Indecision

12 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking about conquering indecision. Fearing there is a wrong choice keeps us from taking much of the action we want to take in our lives an...

Ep 29. On Loving and Being Loved

05 Feb 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm talking about love in a way you've never heard before. First we'll explore how to be more lovable and more likable. Then we'll talk abou...

Ep 28. Perfectionism

29 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Perfectionism is not the same as doing your very best. It is not the same as striving for more and better. Instead, it is a means by which we deprive ...

Ep 27. Culture vs. Doctrine

22 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

When your beliefs make you unique and you tend to associate with people who share your values, the culture becomes strong and sometimes we don't pause...

Ep 26. Hard, Harder, Hardest

16 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes I remind myself that nothing is truly "hard" unless I choose to believe that. But other times this causes conflict and chatter in my head th...

Ep 25. Finding Authentic Happiness

08 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

What is happiness and how much happiness should we even expect to experience? On today's episode I talk about what I have learned in this area along w...

Ep 24. Finding Your 2016 Focus

02 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Before you set goals or resolutions, think about what your focus will be for 2016. Having a word or a short phrase can be the simple re-direction that...

Ep 23. Follow Through

26 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder why one day you feel committed to do (or stop doing) something and the next day it's so easy not to follow through? Today's episode sheds ...

Ep 22. How To Have More Energy

19 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

It's holiday season which is beautiful and exciting and fun but often exhausting as well. Especially if you're a mom. On today's episode you'll learn ...

Ep 21. Dealing With Change

11 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today you'll get some insight about why change, whether we invited it or not, causes so much overwhelm and frustration for many of us and what to do a...

Ep 20. What to Say to Your Suffering Friend

05 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

When someone comes to you with bad news, what is the appropriate thing to say? Or when you can see how a friend is keeping herself stuck, how can you ...

Ep 19. The Future

27 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

When you think about the future what do you think about? Or do you find yourself defining who you are and what you're capable of by evidence from your...

Ep 18. The Present

14 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

This week I talk about the present, why it is the only thing that is real, and how to experience it more fully. When we are able to be in the moment, ...

Ep 17. The Past

07 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you've been through something really traumatic or had a blessed life, the things that happened in our past affect us. But only if we choose to...

Ep 16. A Metaphor for Life

30 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is a short but powerful metaphor that might just change how you view that one thing you're afraid to let go of. Check it out. The post...

Ep 15. True Lies I Tell My Kids

24 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

What lies do you tell your kids? I tell a lot to mine. Find out what I mean in today's podcast. The post Ep 15. True Lies I Tell My Kids appeared firs...

Ep 14. How to Deal With Toxic People

16 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

If you liked Episode #5 about dealing with difficult family members, this episode will take you to the next level. We'll talk about when to eliminate ...

Ep 13. What to Do When You Don't Know What to Do

09 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

"I don't know" seems so innocent and feels like a fact when in reality it is only a thought. Everything is figureoutable and there is no wrong choice....

Ep 12. Am I a Good Mom?

03 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

All of us understand that being our kids' mom is the most important job we'll have on this planet. At the same time we know we'll never be perfect, so...

Ep 11. The Simple, Powerful Truth About Marriage

26 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Whether your marriage is one of the best parts of your life right now or one of your biggest challenges, this episode will provide you tools for not j...

Ep 10. Self Care: The Best Gift You Can Give Them

18 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

True self care is much more than a girl's night out or a break from your routine. It's a consistent practice and it is critical to your mental and emo...

Ep 9. How to Stop Worrying

11 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we explore why worry shows up for all of us. While it feels like a protective mechanism, in most instances it is preventing us from ha...

Ep 8. Watch Out for All or Nothing

04 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

All or nothing mentality affects all of us and while it's not always a bad thing, in many instances it keeps us stuck and frustrated. Learn more about...

Ep 7. Service and Boundaries

29 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode you'll learn all about boundaries and how to set them in a way that feels good. When used properly, boundaries create more love and...

Ep 6. What To Do With Negative Emotion

22 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Feeling sad? mad? frustrated? It's ok. Sometimes it's necessary and sometimes it can create the exact life you want. Find out what to do with it when ...

Ep 5. How to Deal With That Difficult Family Member

14 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

You know that one person who you wish would just stop doing what they do or start doing what you think they should be doing? Maybe it's your mother-in...

Ep 4. How to Have the Habits You Wish Came Naturally

07 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

You know those things you do really well at until you fall off the bandwagon and then you're back to where you started? In today's episode I'll teach ...