The Catching Sunshine Podcast with Carolyn Cooper

Looking for your next great read? In this episode, I’m sharing 10 books that have stayed with me—books I’ve highlighted, gifted, packed in my carry-on, and even talked about over dinner.

These aren’t …

What do the most common end-of-life regrets have to teach us about living more fully right now? This episode blends reflection, insight, and encouragement as we explore five universal regrets — and t…

What if the thing stealing your focus isn’t actually that big — just sneaky? In this episode, we look at how tiny distractions (even the ones that seem productive) can quietly derail your day. With h…

You’ve heard of Paul Revere—but have you heard of the other ride that helped shape the Revolutionary War?

In this episode, we revisit a powerful yet often forgotten story of Sybil Ludington—a teenager…

In this episode, I’m sharing something I’ve felt called to speak about for a while. After hearing a story that touched on energy healing—and reading through the comment section—I realized just how ma…

You know that feeling when you've tried everything and the problem is still there? What if the issue isn't how hard you're trying - but what problem you're actually trying to solve?

Whether it's workp…

What if the secret to shifting your day wasn’t about doing more—but noticing what’s already there?

In this episode of Catching Sunshine, I’m guiding you through a practical, heart-centered approach to…

Ever wonder why you react one way and your best friend reacts completely differently? The Enneagram might have the answer. In this lighthearted, beginner-friendly episode, I’ll walk you through the 9…

Ever wonder how discipline and freedom can possibly go together? In this episode, we’re flipping the script on what discipline really means—and how it can actually create more space, choice, and ease…

Feeling opinion fatigue?

In this episode, we explore how to break free from opinion overload through intentional engagement. Discover the liberating truth that you don’t need to form opinions on every…

Curious what energy healing can actually help with? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing 10 real-life ways it’s helped me — from building confidence and improving relationships t…

Beyond fight, flight, and freeze lies a fourth survival response that might be quietly running your life: fawn. In this episode, discover how people-pleasing is actually a nervous system response and…

Ready for practical ways to bring micro-adventures into your life?

In this follow-up (part two) to last week’s episode, you’ll get specific ideas you can try this week — creative ways to interrupt you…

Discover the power of micro-adventures – small, intentional moments that lead to significant personal growth. In part one of this special series, learn the science behind why stepping slightly out of…

Think you missed your chance? Think again.

In this episode, we’re jumping into stories & science about late bloomers and big dreamers, and busting the myth that success has an age limit. From famous l…

Ever felt like affirmations just aren’t doing enough for you? Maybe they feel fake, or too far from your current reality. In this episode, I’m walking you through how to craft affirmations that actua…

In this episode of Catching Sunshine, we explore how the words you speak—both to others and to yourself—literally rewire your brain and shape your reality. Carolyn shares real-life stories, research,…

Ever find yourself overreacting to something small, like slow Wi-Fi or a missing sock? It might not just be about the sock. The HALT method—which stands for Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired—is a simple b…

Lucky breaks aren’t just about chance—they’re about preparation, awareness, and action. In this episode, we explore how people who seem lucky actually create their own opportunities by staying open, …

In this episode of Catching Sunshine, we explore the courageous act of letting go of dreams that no longer align with who we are. While persistence is valuable, holding onto outdated dreams out of ha…