Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Happy Bit: How to Be Authentic (And Help Other Women Do the Same)
31 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Did you ever stop to consider that authentic living requires listening to your intuition? Learn the ...
77: How to Blossom Even When Life Is Hard (Niyc Pidgeon)
28 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Several years ago Niyc Pidgeon found herself drowning in negativity and fear after being raped. Wit...
Happy Bit: What To Do When You Wake Up On the Wrong Side of the Bed
24 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever woken up exhausted, grumpy or unready to face the day? In this Happy Bit I give you 3 ...
76: Living Fully Alive (Mary Hyatt)
21 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Mary Hyatt was drowning in unhappiness after marrying very young and having no idea who she was; aft...
Happy Bit: A Parenting Mantra to Create Happier Kids (and a Happier Mama)
17 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Happy Bit: A Parenting Mantra to Create Happier Kids (and a Happier Mama) Parents and kids seem to d...
75: Small & Steady Steps Are Where the Magic Happens (Anne Bogel)
14 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Rather than always seeking the "grand gesture" or the next "big thing," Anne Bogel, blogger at Moder...
Happy Bit: Vision Journaling
10 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Journaling can be a powerful way to see the big picture of your life, to notice the trajectory you'r...
74: Health and Fat Loss for Women (Beth Westie)
07 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Women's and men's bodies are not the same. We try to assume men and women can lose fat int he same ...
Happy Bit: Be the Starter
03 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how mow my friend Chris "infected" everyone with the happiness bug at a recent BBQ and how you ...
73: On Wholeness, Alignment and Sisterhood (Nisha Moodley)
31 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Nisha Moodley shares how happy living and making a contribution to society are tied to understandin...
Happy Bit: How to Wake Up and SHINE
27 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You are powerful beyond measure, and it's time to wake up and act accordingly- to play big and to SH...
72: How to Flip Your Lifestyle So You Can Work Less and Live More (Joceyln Sams)
24 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wished you could work less so you could live more? After an incident with her son's childcare ...
Happy Bit: Creating a Word Board
21 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard of a Vision Board before, but have you ever created a word board? In this epis...
71: How to Live Simply and Put People Before Stuff (Tsh Oxenreider)
18 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you had less stuff? Wanting more time for what's important? In this episode Tsh Oxenreider...
Happy Bit: Focusing on What You Want (Instead of What You Don't Want)
13 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to do the "I Don't Want ______" exercise to help you create a crystal clear vision of what...
70: Broken Home Doesn't Mean Broken Person: Being a Self-Made Woman (Salena Knight)
10 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Growing up with dysfunction and a broken home, Salena Knight set out completely on her own at age 1...
Happy Bit: Follow What Feels Good to You
06 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you striving to accomplish, achieve and accumulate? That path might not give you the happiness y...
69: How to Be a Boss Mom (Dana Malstaff)
03 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
After trying the stay-at-home mom thing for a while, Dana realized she literally NEEDED to be an ent...
Happy Bit: Why You MUST Share Your Gifts If You Want to Be Happy
29 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Feeling BLAH? Tired? Discouraged? Afraid? Then you're out of alignment, probably because you're not ...
68: Keeping It Real on Your Spiritual Path (Danielle LaPorte)
26 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Best-selling author Danielle LaPorte shares why it's critical to exercise self compassion, self love...
Happy Bit: What Do You Want to Be Remembered For?
22 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine today is the last day of your life. You are standing on a mountain, looking bath at the wind...
67: Building Self Trust and Self Compassion During Your Journey (Kate O'Brien)
19 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kate O'Brien and her husband Henare both grew up in toxic environments, leaving Kate saying, "I'll ...
Happy Bit: Tired of Housework? Try This...
15 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of doing everything around the house? Wish your kids and spouse would do their fair share? Gra...
66: Friendship Matters: Life Lessons from a 40-year Friendship
12 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In a society dominated by social media, many women long for deeper friendships. In this episode bes...
Happy Bit: 3 Easy Tips to Help Improve a Challenging Relationship
08 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you have a relationship that seems more challenging than the others? Maybe it's with a parent or ...
65: Balancing Motherhood with Your Need to Grow, Learn & Create (Tammy Cannon)
05 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Tammy Cannon shares her experiences of being a busy, overwhelmed mom of 3 kids unde...
Happy Bit: A Few of My Favorite Things
02 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
A listener recently asked, "Jen, what is your favorite quote, piece of advice, book, healthy meal an...
64: From $26 to Seven Figures Through Education and Mindset (Kirsten Tyrell)
29 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kirsten Tyrrel and her husband shifted from unemployed to making a 7-figure income in a matter of a...
Happy Bit: How to Ditch Overwhelm and Find Alignment with Yoga
25 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes when we're feeling overwhelmed and burnt out, we crave nothing more than a weekend getaway...
63: You Are Not Your Beliefs (Elizabeth Rider)
22 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We all have numerous things we believe, but do we ever stop to think about where those beliefs came ...
Happy Bit: Never Give Up! How to Stay Open to New Possibilities
18 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I share the story of my 3-year-old daughter Cora's self destructive behavior (hair, stitches, scabs)...
62: Taking Time to Rest and Pour Into Yourself So You Can Pour Into Others (Crystal Paine)
15 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Despite having a successful blog and business, Crystal Paine found herself feeling burnt out and not...
Happy Bit: How to Figure Out What You're Passionate About
11 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking for the "next step" in life? Wondering what your "big girl job" is going to be after...
61: Approaching Challenges from a Perspective of Love, Positivity and Intuition (Kate Northrup)
08 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When challenges come, we often launch into a state of stress and feelings of inadequacy. In this e...
Happy Bit: Become Confident and Unstoppable by Relying on Your Intuition
04 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Some of the world's most successful women, including Judy Faulkner, ranked No. 3 on Forbes' "America...
60: How to Improve Sleep, Reduce Stress and Transform Your Health Through Ayurveda (Ananta Ripa Ajmera)
01 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We can transform our health when we follow the holistic approach of Aryurveda, the world's oldest h...
Happy Bit: How Women Are Like the Sun
27 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
You might know your happiness is important, yet you feel guilty taking time for yourself. In this Ha...
59: Finding Freedom When You Feel Trapped By Life (Beth Kempton)
24 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel trapped by your busy life? Desperate for a little more freedom? Beth Kempton felt t...
Happy Bit: Why Setting Intentions May Be Even More Important Than Setting Goals
20 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
The sense of achievement and accomplishment that come with setting goals can be amazing... BUT it ca...
58: Replacing Perfectionism and "Not Good Enough" with Authentic Self Love (Emma Bell)
17 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
After a fantastic career as a high-level lawyer, a marriage that looked great from the outside and a...
Happy Bit: The Magic of Minimalism
13 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Got Overwhelm? In this episode Jen challenges you to become more of a minimalist and to begin the pr...
57: How to Build Friendships that Last (Lisa-Jo Baker)
10 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wish you had more friends who really had your back? In my interview with Lisa-Jo Baker you'll l...
Happy Bit: How to Let Go of Your Emotional Baggage
06 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Want to increase self love, self worth and happiness? Then you've got to let go of that emotional ba...
56: The Art of Loving Yourself, Loving Others and Making the World a Kinder Place (Orly Wahba)
03 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Orly Wahba found herself feeling shy, lonely and ignored in high school, until one day she looked in...
Happy Bit: How Those "Life Sucks" Moments are Actually a Signal (and a Gift)
30 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes our lives just don't feel "right." We just feel blah, or angry, or depressed... just plain...
55: The Art of Forgiveness and Choosing Happiness (Megan Tenney)
27 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Tenney shares her experience with forgiveness, choosing to be happy, and taking quality time ...
Happy Bit: How to Build Happiness Through Building Healthy Boundaries
23 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Boundaries are all about where you end and the other person begins. Learn how to strengthen your bou...
54: How Self Care Helped Me Face My Struggles with Strength (Jen Riday, part 2)
20 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of a 2-part series, I share a painful event from my past involving a miscarriage and the m...
Happy Bit: How Having a Vivid Vision Increases Positivity in Relationships
16 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this Happy Bit: "It all started with my son plopping a steaming (and HUGE) bowl of yummy goodness...
53: How Self Care Helped Me Face My Struggles with Strength (Jen Riday, part 1)
13 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In part 1 of a 2-part series, I share a past life struggle involving a miscarriage and the marriage...
Happy Bit: Do You Rock Your Morning Routine?
09 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Do you start the day YOUR way?
52: Dig Deep, Listen to Your Gut and Do What You're Supposed to Do With Your Life (Loren Brill)
06 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
At age 22 Loren Brill found out she had Hodgkins Lymphoma. Cured a year later, Loren decided she RE...
Happy Bit: 86,000 seconds
02 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how 20 seconds can completely change the other 86,000 seconds in your day...
51: Choosing to Be Fierce, Tenacious and Unstoppable (Carol Egan)
27 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Carol Egan felt a bit broken when they took her newborn baby away to be placed in foster care many y...
Happy Bit: How Mindful Living Makes You Happier
23 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the connection between the 5 senses, focus, cortisol and happiness. This is science, people. A...
50: Join the Kindness Challenge (Shaunti Feldhahn)
20 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn the 3 things that are required to be a kind person. This eye-opening interview will make all t...
Happy Bit: Take 2 Ibuprofen and Call Me in the Morning
16 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
I share the story of my daughter Cora's hurt foot and what the doctor recommended and how this relat...
49: "I Have Cancer But Cancer Doesn't Have Me" (Sophie Sabbage)
13 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Sophie Sabbage shares her story of receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis, working through the grief ...
Happy Bit: One Tip to Slow Down Time
09 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Ever felt like time is moving too fast? Do this ONE thing to make time slow down. www.jenriday.com
48: Reawakening Sex and Intimacy Through Self Care, Trust & Listening (Kimberly Johnson)
06 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Kimberly Johnson shares her story of suffering a significant birth trauma that took years to heal a...
Happy Bit: 3 Tips to Increase Patience
02 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We all want more of it and none of us has quite enough of it... We're talking about patience. In thi...
47: How to Slow Down and Take Care of Yourself So You Can Be a Happier Mom (Anna Seewald)
30 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Seewald was forced to grow up quickly when a devastating earthquake killed her mother and dest...
Happy Bit: Waking Up on YOUR Terms
26 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to feel proactive instead of reactive and to start your day feeling AH-mazing instead of o...
46: Lace Up Your Warrior Boots and Be Your Authentic Self (Emily Cummins)
23 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Cummins is passionate about partnering with churches and people to reach their full potential ...
Happy Bit: What Are Your Top 4 Priorities?
19 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
When you figure out your top 4 priorities and let go of the rest, everything gets so much more produ...
45: "I Can Choose to Be Happy" (Ruth Soukup)
16 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
After going through years of severe depression Ruth Soukup made her way back to a place of light an...
Happy Bit: Mountain Moments
12 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Learn how to get out of the trees so you can see the forest by taking regular Mountain Moments throu...
44: How to Get On (and Stay On!) the Wheel of Wellness (Cassie Piasecki)
09 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever ended the day by realizing everything you ate that day was all junkfood?! Cassie Pias...
Happy Bit: When the Low Times Are a Good Thing...
05 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Why the low points & hard times are a good thing...
43: "My Fuel Tank Requires People": Filling Up Your Own Heart By Filling Another's (Katie Dilse)
02 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Katie shares her story of overcoming the death of her mother, as well as living in o...
Happy Bit: A Happier Alternative to New Year's Resolutions
29 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Learn why choosing happiness is a better idea than setting yet another New Year's resolution. And ho...
42: Creating an Alcohol-free Life You Love (Kate Bee)
26 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Bee grew up in a home that relied on alcohol as a coping mechanism for stress and a means to c...
Happy Bit: That Which We Focus On Increases
22 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Learn an easy tip to help you make 2017 WAY more successful. And you can do it any time you want... ...
41: Reclaiming Your Power: Talking About Pain and Grief (Shawna Percy)
19 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Shawna Percy shares 2 stories of pain and grief that initially led her to be silent and holding the...
Happy Bit: Feel It to Heal It
15 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes we just need to forgive and let go...
40: How Deep Listening Can Hep You Find Your Calling (Laura Thompson Brady)
12 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Thompson Brady was happy to be a stay-at-home mom for her 2 kids, but after a time she realiz...
Happy Bit: Light It Up!
08 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever think about all the lights around you? Light through a window, streaming from a bulb, tw...
39: Easy Organizing for Your Lifestyle (Jane Stoller)
05 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Jane Stoller hit a low point in life after a move and changing jobs and relationships. She asked he...
Happy Bit: How Do You Want to Feel for the Holidays?
01 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
How do you want to FEEL? And how can you find more free time for doing the things that generate the ...
38: How to Be More Compassionate With Your Family (Jill Savage)
28 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I chat with Jill Savage and she shares a lifetime of experiences and struggles - i...
Happy Bit: Be Grateful for Yourself
24 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
As we celebrate Thanksgiving in the U.S. today, we think about gratitude. But have you ever listed a...
37: The Lost Art of Showing Love Through Hospitality (Callie Blount)
21 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Callie Blount grew up in a Southern home and was taught that hospitality is a fantastic way to show...
Happy Bit: My Favorite Safe Place
17 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This is the place where I love to do affirmations, meditation, prayer, and general thinking... ww...
36: You Are Already Loved: Claiming Your Seat at the Table (Andrea Wenburg)
14 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Joy Wenburg spent many years early in her marriage believing her worth was a direct reflecti...
Happy Bit: "Plot Twist!"
10 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Ever feel disappointed because your spouse or kids aren't doing what you wanted? Or because your hou...
35: Finding Your Path of Healing and Transformation with Judy Tsuei
07 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Early in life Judy Tsuei tried hard to control everything, a form of self protection, but after dev...
Happy Bit: Do You Know That You ROCK?!?
03 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you sometimes believe you're less than some other women you know? Perhaps you believe you're gene...
34: How to Stop Overspending with Lauren Greutman
31 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
One evening Lauren spent $600 on clothes. When she got home, she left the purchases in the car so he...
Happy Bit: The 1-Hour Recharge Challenge
27 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
You know when you feel overwhelmed by mess, and noise and the general chaos of life? Join me for the...
33: Living Your Purpose with Angela Roberts
24 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Roberts had a dream to become a food blogger, so one day she jumped in and simply did it and ...
Happy Bit: STOP the Downward Spiral
20 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
On this HappyBit I talk about the "death spiral" of negativity, false humility, and celebrating our ...
32: How to Go Forward After the Loss of a Baby with April Boyd
17 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
April Boyd faced the unthinkable when her newborn daughter Nora suddenly stopped breathing at just ...
Happy Bit: "Dude! You're Sending Out Negative Vibes!"
13 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In this HappyBit I discuss how we're 100% responsible for the energy we bring to our relationships. ...
31: Sleeping Made Easy with Susie Parker
10 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Susie Parker had an OK time teaching her first child to sleep, but when baby #2 arrived, she knew he...
Happy Bit: Knowing Your TRUE Self
06 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know yourself? I mean, do you REALLY know yourself? The things that energize you and drain yo...
30: Living a Full and Frugal Life with Amiyrah Martin
04 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Amiyrah Martin shares her story of attempting to leave for work one morning, only to find that her c...
Happy Bit: On Creativity, Fear and Inspiration
29 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Does fear ever prevent you from being creative and getting outside of your comfort zone? Learn how t...
29: Finding Beauty Through the Ashes with American Wife author Taya Kyle
27 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Taya Kyle shares her story of forgiveness and moving forward after her husband Chris Kyle was murde...
Happy Bit: You Have All the Time in the World
22 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like, "Ugh! I'm crazy busy and have no time for anything I really want to do." Lear...
28: Comparison is the Thief of Joy with Melissa Joulwan
19 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Joulwan had perfect health - excellent fitness, high energy, amazing strength - only to h...