Practical Positivity

Episode 254: Why you should choose a word for the year (and how to do it!)

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

One of my favourite new year traditions is to choose a word to guide me through the year. In this week's episode I'm sharing why you should choose a w...

Episode 253: My manifesto for 2024

01 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Happy new year everyone! 2024 is officially here, and today I'm sharing my manifesto for the brand new year ahead. I hope it resonates! Join The Choos...

Episode 252: The lessons I learned in 2023 that I'll be taking into 2024 with me

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're approaching the very last days of 2023 and I've been feeling reflective, so in today's episode, I'm sharing the lessons I've learned this year t...

Episode 251: Some things to do this week to set you up for a great 2024

11 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the last podcast episode of the year, and I'm sharing some practical things you can do this week to set you up for a great 2024. Enrol in Journa...

Episode 250: How to avoid comparison this Christmas

04 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Christmas can be a tricky time of year and can lead many of us into a place of comparison. Today, I'm sharing some tips to help you avoid comparison a...

Episode 249: Some questions to help you prepare for a joyful December

27 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

December is finally on the horizon and today I'm sharing some questions you can use to help you make this month as joyful as possible.  Get your tick...

Episode 248: The power of gratitude

20 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm talking about how gratitude can help you to feel anchored during a busy festive period, and sharing some practical exercises to help you...

Episode 247: 5 questions to help you end the year with intention

13 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There are 7 weeks of 2023 left, and in today's episode, I'm sharing 5 questions to help you get intentional with them! Join The Choose Joy Club CONTAC...

Episode 246: A big old celebration Q&A

06 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm celebrating two big milestones - 1 year since my book was published and 4 years since I left my corporate career! In this episode I'm an...

Episode 245: How to prioritise joy when the people around you aren't

30 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm answering one of my most asked questions - how do you keep prioritising joy when the people around you aren't? Join The Choose Joy Club ...

Episode 244: Life is not a competition

23 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is inspired by a recent Instagram post that seemed to resonate - all about why we need to stop treating life as a competition.  F...

Episode 243: 6 things to do this week to make the rest of the year more joyful

16 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing some practical things you can do this week to help make the rest of the year feel more joyful. Order Sprinkles of J...

Episode 242: Letting go

09 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm taking a note from nature and talking about how letting go can create more space for abundance and joy.  Order Sprinkles o...

Episode 241: The power of unrealistic dreams

02 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm talking about the importance of being unrealistic with our dreams, and how it opens us up to new possibilities and avenues ...

Episode 240: Putting your joy first

25 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I'm sharing a little insight into my own experience with joy recently, and how I'm learning to put it back at the top of my pri...

Episode 239: Welcoming in the new season

18 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks the official start of the autumn season here in the northern hemisphere, and I'm sharing some tips on how you can welcome it in.  Sea...

Episode 238: 6 quick ways to find more joy today

11 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm sharing 6 quick and easy actions you can take to find a little bit more joy - I hope it inspires you! Sprinkles of Joy - preorder now CO...

Episode 237: An exercise to help you reset and refocus

04 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first full week of September, and to celebrate, I'm sharing an exercise that will help you to reset and refocus for the rest of 2023. Find ou...

Episode 236: It's not too late

28 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm sharing a bit of a pep talk and a reminder that it's not too late. If you're ready to seize the rest of 2023, this one's for y...

Episode 235: Back to Basics - Soul

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from our summer break, and this week, we're going back to basics and resetting ahead of September. Today, we're focusing on the stuff that ...

Episode 234: Back to Basics - Relationships

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from our summer break, and this week, we're going back to basics and resetting ahead of September. Today, we're checking in with our relati...

Episode 233: Back to Basics - Health

23 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from our summer break, and this week, we're going back to basics and resetting ahead of September. Today, we're checking in with our mental...

Episode 232: Back to Basics - Work

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from our summer break, and this week, we're going back to basics and resetting ahead of September. Today, we're going to be exploring how w...

Episode 231: Back to Basics - Foundations

21 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We're back from our summer break, and this week, we're going back to basics and resetting ahead of September. Today, we're starting with our foundatio...

Episode 230: Signing off for summer

26 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The podcast is going on a little summer break, but before we go, here are some reminders for you!   Enrol in Seasons of Joy - Summer Edition Get a ti...

Episode 229: 5 ways to welcome in summer

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summer officially starts here in the northern hemisphere this week, and so today I'm sharing some ways to help you welcome the new season in.    Enr...

Episode 228: A manifesto for summer 2023

12 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is here and today I'm sharing my manifesto for the season ahead - I hope you enjoy it!   Enrol in Seasons of Joy - Summer Edition Get a ticket...

Episode 227: The power of enough

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm talking about a topic that's been rolling around my mind recently - the idea of embracing enough.   Coaching - The Joyful Everyday   ...

Episode 226: Let's talk about self-care

29 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm talking about the importance of prioritising the things that matter to you, and how I'm doing just that in this season of life.   Coach...

Episode 225: Giving yourself permission to change

22 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode, I'm sharing four questions that can help you stop resisting change and start showing up for the life you want.    Enrol in F...

Episode 224: 5 things you need to make a successful career change

15 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Exciting news - Find Your Thing is now open for enrolment! In today's episode I'm sharing 5 things you need to make a successful career change and sho...

Episode 223: Some things I've learned since changing my career

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'll be opening my signature career change programme, Find Your Thing, next week and in celebration I'm sharing some things I've learned since changin...

Episode 222: A joyful ritual to help you welcome in the new month

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's a brand new month ahead, and I'm sharing some questions and exercises to help you make it a super joyful one!   Join The Choose Joy Club   C...

Episode 221: 5 things I wish I'd known about joy 5 years ago

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing some insights from my own joy journey, including the 5 things I wish I'd know about joy 5 years ago.    Join The Choose Joy Club  ...

Episode 220: Let's have a big catch up!

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

I'm back from maternity leave and I'm sharing some of the tools that have helped me during this period of transition.    Enrol in my FREE workshop -...

Episode 219: Letting go of the shoulds

20 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is our final episode before taking a little break, and it's a juicy one! Listen to understand more about the power of your language, and why you ...

Episode 218: 5 ways to welcome in spring

13 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Spring is almost here, and today I'm sharing some tips on how to welcome the season and embrace all the joy it has to bring.    Enrol in Seasons of ...

Episode 217: Starting over in the spring

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first Monday of March and spring is in the air, so in today's episode I'm sharing some tips to help you harness the new season and use it to ...

Episode 216: How to reset your work-life balance

27 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Finding balance is something I get asked about a lot, so today's episode I'm sharing some tips to help you reset your work-life balance.    Join The...

Episode 215: Finding joy during a difficult period

20 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing one of my most requested episodes - I'm sharing some tips on how to find joy during a difficult period. I hope that it's useful, wha...

Episode 214: How to practice self-love

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's Valentine's Day this week, but instead of talking about romantic love, I'm sharing some tips on how you can practice more self-love.    Join Th...

Episode 213: How to embrace the end of winter

06 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

February can often be a difficult month - one that we can be tempted to wish away. So today, I wanted to share some tips to help you embrace the end o...

Episode 212: How to make your new habits stick

30 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the end of January, you might be finding that your motivation is slipping and you're struggling to make your new habits stick. If so, t...

Episode 211: How to find more time for joy in 2023

23 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to joy, one of the things that often stands in our way is a lack of time, so in this episode, I'm sharing some tips to help you find mor...

Episode 210: How I'm feeling as I head off on maternity leave

16 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This is my last "recorded in real time" episode for a little while as I'm not heading off on a short maternity leave! In this episode I'm sharing how ...

Episode 209: How to make January joyful

09 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first full working week of the year, and some of you might be able to feel the January blues setting in. This episode is an antidote to that ...

Episode 208: How to create a vision board for 2023

02 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Creating a vision board for the year ahead is one of my favourite new year rituals, and today I'm sharing some tips to help you create one of your own...

Episode 207: A manifesto for 2023

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy new year! I'm sharing my manifesto for 2023 with you all - I hope you enjoy it.    CONTACT SOPHIE:   Buy My Book - Choose Joy: Relieve Burnou...

Episode 206: Some things I've learned in 2022

19 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for our last episode of 2022, and I'm sharing some of the lessons I've learned this year. I hope you enjoy it, and have a wonderful Christma...

Episode 205: Some things to do this week to set you up for a great 2023

12 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the end of the year, I wanted to share a couple of things you can do this week to set you up for a great 2023!   2022 in Review: Get y...

Episode 204: How I plan my intentions, goals and time

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm answering a question I get asked a lot: how do I plan my intentions, goals and time? I hope it's useful!    Find out more abo...

Episode 203: Finding joy during a busy period

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're about to enter the busiest period of the year, so today I'm sharing some tips to help you find joy amongst the chaos.    Shop our pre-archive ...

Episode 202: Some things to do before the year is up

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are just shy of 6 weeks left of 2022, so today I'm sharing some things to do before the year is up!   Get your ticket: Preparing for a Joyful ...

Episode 201: Three lessons I've learned in three years of running my business

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks three years since I left my day job and started running my business full time, so today I thought I'd share three things I've learnt i...

Episode 200: How I'm feeling during book launch week

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

My debut book, Choose Joy, is published this week! And in today's episode I'm taking you behind the scenes of how I'm feeling, as well as sharing a re...

Episode 199: Feeling the fear and doing it anyway

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As this week marks Halloween, I thought I'd follow the theme and talk about how we can push through the fear and do the things that scare us! I'm shar...

Episode 198: 10 ways to add more joy to your everyday

24 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I talk a lot about the importance of finding joy in your everyday, so today I'm sharing some practical ways you can do just that!   Pre-Order My Book...

Episode 197: 5 ways you might be getting in the way of your own joy

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing some ways you might be getting in the way of your own joy, as well as some practical tips to help you break the cycle.    Pre-Orde...

Episode 196: Managing your wellbeing this winter

10 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Winter can be tough on our wellbeing, so today I'm sharing some tips and ideas for things you can do now to plan for a joyful and healthy winter seaso...

Episode 195: Embracing the season you're in

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

At this time of year we can often switch into waiting mode - waiting for Christmas, waiting for New Year, waiting for spring. Today, I'm talking about...

Episode 194: Finding joy when you're surrounded by negativity

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is perhaps our most requested episode yet! I'm talking about how to find joy and stay positive when you're surrounded by negativity - I hope it's...

Episode 193: Some ways to welcome in the new season

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks the start of a brand new season, and today I'm sharing some ideas to help you welcome it in.    Join Last 100 Days: Sign up here   ...

Episode 192: How do you want to feel by the end of the year?

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There are just over 100 days until we reach the end of the year - how do you want to feel by then?   Join Last 100 Days: Sign up here   Pre-Order My...

Episode 191: How to stay motivated

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the questions I get asked the most is how do you stay motivated, and so today, I'm sharing the answer!   CONTACT SOPHIE:   Pre-Order My Book ...

Episode 190: Free ways to prioritise joy

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

There's no escaping the cost of living crisis at the moment, so today I'm sharing some ideas to help you prioritise joy for free.   CONTACT SOPHIE:  ...

Episode 189: I've written a book!

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Exciting news - I've written a book! My debut book, Choose Joy, will be published this November, and in this episode I'm telling you all about it, and...

Episode 188: How to harness the September energy

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

today's episode I'm sharing some tips on how to harness the energy of this month.   Reflect & Reset Workshop - Get your ticket    CONTACT SOPHIE:  ...

Episode 187: Let's catch up!

05 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's our first episode back after the summer break, and I'm catching you up on what's been going on, and what to expect in the next few months.    R...

Episode 186: Every good thing starts with discomfort

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's our last episode before the podcast takes a little summer break, and today I'm talking about the importance of stretching through the discomfort ...

Episode 185: Some things to do to improve your mindset

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I've found myself in a bit of a funk recently, so in today's episode I'm sharing some things that have been helping me to get my mindset back in a goo...

Episode 184: The power of play

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm talking about the importance of play as an adult and sharing some ideas about how to invite more play into your life. Enjoy!  ...

Episode 183: Some questions to help you conduct a mid-year check in

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've officially reached the mid-point of the year, so today I'm sharing 8 questions to help you check in and reflect on the first 6 months, and think...

Episode 182: Being intentional in your pursuit of joy

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm talking about the importance of being intentional in pursuit of joy and sharing some tips to help you do just that!    Try your free trial...

Episode 181: 5 ways to celebrate the summer solstice

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks the summer solstice here in the northern hemisphere, so in today's episode I'm sharing 5 ways to celebrate this special time!   CONTA...

Episode 180: Other people's lives aren't always what they seem

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm talking about why other people's lives aren't always what they seem, and why we need to stop comparing ourselves to the projec...

Episode 179: Can you learn to be happier?

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm answering a question I get asked a lot: can you learn to be happier? I share some of the things we can learn from positive psy...

Episode 178: A manifesto for summer 2022

30 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hello and welcome back! It's our first episode after our little break, and today I'm sharing a manifesto for 2022, as well as a very exciting project…...

Episode 177: Some things I've learned about joy so far this year

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This is our last episode before the podcast takes a little break, and I'm sharing some things I've learned about joy so far this year.    CONTACT SO...

Episode 176: Should we be planning for joy?

18 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm answering a listener question: should we be planning for joy? I explore my thoughts and offer up some ideas about how you can c...

Episode 175: Some simple things you can do today to prioritise joy

11 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Living a joyful life isn't always about the big changes - sometimes the little things can make all the difference! Today I'm sharing 6 small things yo...

Episode 174: Let's talk about burnout

04 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm delving into what burnout is, and sharing some practical tips to help you tackle it.   Find out more about From Burnout to Bl...

Episode 173: The power of enough

28 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, I'm talking about why we need to decide what "enough" looks like for us.    CONTACT SOPHIE:   Coaching - The Joyful Everyday J...

Episode 172: Welcoming in spring

21 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's officially spring here in the northern hemisphere and in today's episode I'm sharing some questions to help you make this new season an intention...

Episode 171: The role of courage in building a joyful life

14 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Something we don't talk about a lot is the courage it takes to build a joyful life. Today I'm diving into that topic, and sharing some tips that can h...

Episode 170: 5 ways to tackle overwhelm head on

07 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If you're feeling overwhelmed then this episode is for you - I'm sharing 5 things you can do to help tackle overwhelm head on!   CONTACT SOPHIE:   C...

Episode 169: What do you need to live a good life?

28 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode I'm asking you a question: what do you need to live a good life?   If you'd like to find out more about my coaching packages, you ...

Episode 168: My journey with joy

21 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm taking you behind the scenes of my journey with joy, and showing you how I went from feeling pessimistic and cynical, to being The Joyful Co...

Episode 167: What to do when work is stealing your joy

14 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Work takes up such a huge chunk of our time that if you're not enjoying it, that can have a huge impact. Today I'm sharing some tips on what to do whe...

Episode 166: What to do when joy feels far away

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sometimes in life, joy can feel hard to come by. If you're burnt out, exhausted, or feeling a little jaded right now, this episode is for you.    If...

Episode 165: Why do we struggle to prioritise joy?

31 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's episode I talk about the reason we struggle to prioritise joy, and share some thoughts on why we should be doing it more.    If you'd...

Episode 164: The power of reframing

24 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is about the power of reframing. I explain what cognitive reframing is, show you how it can make the difference between a day bein...

Episode 163: The importance of finding joy in your everyday

17 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today's episode is all about the importance of finding joy in your everyday, and was inspired by a thought I had after watching back my 1 Second Every...

Episode 162: Making January joyful

10 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I'll let you in on a little secret: I love January. While that may be a controversial opinion, I'm determined to convert you to loving this month too,...

Episode 161: A manifesto for 2022

03 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Practical Positivity! In our first episode of the year, I'm sharing a manifesto for 2022. Enjoy…   CONTACT SOPHIE:   Coaching - T...

Episode 160: How I'm preparing for the Christmas break (plus signing off for 2021)

13 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's our final episode of the year, and I'm sharing some of the ways I've been preparing for the Christmas break. Thank you all so much for listening ...

Episode 159: Reflecting on 2021

06 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In our penultimate episode of the year, I'm talking about the importance of reflection, and sharing some prompts to help you look back at 2021. I'm al...

Episode 158: Preparing for a joyful festive period

29 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Today I'm sharing some tips on how to plan for a joyful festive period, so that you can bring some intention to your Christmas plans.   The Joyful Ad...

Episode 157: Some things to do before the year is up

22 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With less than 6 weeks left in 2021, I'm sharing some things that you might want to do before the year is up.   The Joyful Advent - sign up here 202...

Episode 156: What do when imposter syndrome strikes

15 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Imposter syndrome - it's something we all experience, but that doesn't make it any less challenging when it strikes. In today's episode I'm sharing my...

Episode 155: The lessons I've learned in my second year of business

08 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks my second anniversary of running my business, so I thought I'd take a look back at the lessons I've learned in the last 12 months.   ...