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The Happier You: Empowering Your Journey to a Joyful and Fulfilling Life

Welcome to 'The Happier You,' where happiness isn't a destination—it's a journey. Hosted by Bona Normandeau, this podcast is your personal guide to discovering genuine joy and fulfillment. Each episode is a testament to embracing authenticity and prioritizing your own happiness above all else. Join Bona as she shares inspirational insights and practical wisdom to help you break free from societal expectations and chart your own course towards happiness.  Through uplifting conversations and practical guidance, Bona inspires you to break free from the chains of expectation and chart your own course towards fulfillment. This isn't just a podcast—it's your roadmap to unlocking the boundless happiness you deserve. Tune in, lean into the journey, and let's write your story of happiness together."  Need answers? Here are some questions we'll explore: How can I cultivate lasting joy and gratitude in my life? What steps can I take to prioritize my own well-being, resilience, and self-care? How do I navigate challenges and setbacks on my journey to authentic happiness, growth, and positivity? How do I foster mindfulness and inner peace amidst life's chaos? How can I find inspiration and authenticity in every aspect of my life? Tune in to 'The Happier You' and let's embark on this exhilarating adventure towards a brighter, more fulfilling and ultimately "happier" existence.

Motivation Education Mental Health Self-Improvement How To Health & Fitness
Update frequency
every 13 days
Average duration
14 minutes
Episodes
130
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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The Easy Plus One Method: A Nutrition Coach's Simple Approach to Lasting Health EP#129

The Easy Plus One Method: A Nutrition Coach's Simple Approach to Lasting Health EP#129

The Easy Plus One Method: A Nutrition Coach's Simple Approach to Lasting Health

Guest: Staci Lynch, Certified Functional Nutrition Coach


Episode Summary

Have you ever experienced "food fear"? That anxie…

00:30:14  |   Thu 10 Jul 2025
Understanding Metabolic Health with RN Sharleen Lucas EP#128

Understanding Metabolic Health with RN Sharleen Lucas EP#128

You know that feeling when you're "doing everything right" but still feel exhausted by 3 PM? Or when your doctor says your labs look "normal" but you definitely don't feel normal?

This week, I'm chatt…

00:33:38  |   Wed 11 Jun 2025
Thriving Through the Empty Nest Transition with Coach Diana McIntosh EP#127

Thriving Through the Empty Nest Transition with Coach Diana McIntosh EP#127

In today's episode I'm talking to empty nest coach Diana McIntosh about navigating the emotional and identity shifts that come with children leaving home. Diana shares her personal journey as a singl…

00:23:07  |   Wed 28 May 2025
Happiness by Design: Chris Ayotte on Building a Life Around What Matters Most EP#126

Happiness by Design: Chris Ayotte on Building a Life Around What Matters Most EP#126

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Chris Ayotte, former Army officer and host of The Northern Sentinels podcast, to explore what it means to live a life shaped by intentionality, priorities, …

00:28:29  |   Wed 07 May 2025
The Power of Creative Expression: Healing & Transformation with Sam Horton EP#125

The Power of Creative Expression: Healing & Transformation with Sam Horton EP#125

The Power of Creative Expression: Healing & Transformation with Sam Horton

Have you ever felt stuck in your emotions or struggled to find a way to express yourself? In this episode of The Happier You,…

00:24:45  |   Mon 24 Feb 2025
Breaking the February Funk: How to Find Joy in the Toughest Month EP#124

Breaking the February Funk: How to Find Joy in the Toughest Month EP#124

Does February ever feel like the longest, toughest month? You’re not alone! From the post-holiday slump to the pressure of Valentine’s Day, February can be a hard month to get through. But what if yo…

00:07:51  |   Wed 05 Feb 2025
Mastering Transitions: Strategies to Thrive During Life’s Big Changes  EP#123

Mastering Transitions: Strategies to Thrive During Life’s Big Changes EP#123

 In this episode of The Happier You podcast, I sit down with transition coach Jodi Webster to discuss navigating life’s major changes. Whether a transition is planned or unexpected, it can be difficu…

00:32:11  |   Thu 23 Jan 2025
2025 Planning Made Easy: Celebrate Wins, Set Goals, and Love Your Life EP#122

2025 Planning Made Easy: Celebrate Wins, Set Goals, and Love Your Life EP#122

Do you want to make 2025 the year you truly love? In this episode, I simplify the process of goal-setting and annual planning with a fun and practical approach designed to work for you. Whether 2024 …

00:09:30  |   Fri 10 Jan 2025
Happiness Isn’t Always Easy: A Real Talk About Struggles, Joy, and Resilience EP#121

Happiness Isn’t Always Easy: A Real Talk About Struggles, Joy, and Resilience EP#121

In this heartfelt episode of The Happier You podcast, I sit down with Patricia Van Der Laan, my happiness mentor of over four years. Patricia has been a guiding light in my own happiness journey, and…

00:23:16  |   Wed 18 Dec 2024
Gratitude, Spoons, and The Gap: Why Happiness Takes Practice EP#120

Gratitude, Spoons, and The Gap: Why Happiness Takes Practice EP#120

December at The Happier You community is all about gratitude! It’s one of the first happiness tools I implemented, and it’s simple, free, and life-changing. In this episode, I’m sharing a heartfelt s…

00:07:49  |   Thu 05 Dec 2024
December Gratitude Challenge: A Great Way to Unlock Holiday Happiness EP#119

December Gratitude Challenge: A Great Way to Unlock Holiday Happiness EP#119

Episode Description:
The holiday season can be both magical and overwhelming. As we navigate the busy festivities, it’s easy to forget to pause and appreciate the blessings we already have. In this we…

00:10:35  |   Fri 22 Nov 2024
The Best Gift You Can Give Yourself EP#118

The Best Gift You Can Give Yourself EP#118

As the holiday season approaches, we're surrounded by ads telling us that happiness can be wrapped, boxed, and gifted. But is the best gift you can give yourself something you can buy? In today’s epi…

00:12:30  |   Thu 07 Nov 2024
Holiday Happiness: How to Plan Ahead and Find Joy Without the Stress EP#117

Holiday Happiness: How to Plan Ahead and Find Joy Without the Stress EP#117

Episode Summary:

The holidays are just around the corner—are you ready? Whether you’re the type to have your Christmas shopping done in September or you prefer to wing it, this episode is for you! Tod…

00:12:48  |   Wed 23 Oct 2024
Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: How to See Failures as Growth Opportunities EP#116

Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones: How to See Failures as Growth Opportunities EP#116

In today’s episode, I’m diving into how we can turn setbacks into stepping stones. Instead of seeing failure as something that happens to us, what if we could see it as something happening for us—a w…

00:11:37  |   Fri 11 Oct 2024
The Secret to Healthier Relationships: Demystifying Boundaries with Diane Sorensen EP#115

The Secret to Healthier Relationships: Demystifying Boundaries with Diane Sorensen EP#115

Hey, happy people! In today's episode, I’m thrilled to welcome back Diane Sorensen. You might remember Diane from her previous appearance on the podcast, where we dived into the Rescue and Empowermen…

00:26:15  |   Wed 25 Sep 2024
What You Offer to Others, You Give to Yourself: Happiness Tools for Real Life EP#114

What You Offer to Others, You Give to Yourself: Happiness Tools for Real Life EP#114

Episode Title: What You Offer to Others, You Give to Yourself: Happiness Tools for Real Life

Welcome back to season five of The Happier You podcast! In this episode, Bona shares a powerful interview w…

00:15:16  |   Tue 10 Sep 2024
Embrace Your Strengths: Discover & Own Your Unique Abilities EP#113

Embrace Your Strengths: Discover & Own Your Unique Abilities EP#113

Episode Summary: In the final installment of the summer rerun series, I am encouraging you to focus on your strengths and stop being your own worst critic. This episode is all about recognizing the a…

00:09:28  |   Wed 21 Aug 2024
Rediscovering Joy: Why Creativity and Play Matter (Part 2) EP#112

Rediscovering Joy: Why Creativity and Play Matter (Part 2) EP#112

In today's special rerun episode, we delve into the transformative power of play. Following up on our exploration of creativity in the first part of this two-part series, we now turn our focus to how…

00:10:19  |   Wed 07 Aug 2024
Rediscovering Joy: Why Creativity and Play Matter (Part 1-Rerun) EP#111

Rediscovering Joy: Why Creativity and Play Matter (Part 1-Rerun) EP#111

Host: Bona Normandeau
Episode Title: " Rediscovering Joy: Why Creativity and Play Matter (Part 1)"
Podcast Website: The Happier You

Episode Summary:

Welcome to the Happier You Podcast! In this week's ep…

00:12:33  |   Wed 24 Jul 2024
Don’t Wait for a Crisis: Life Lessons from a Plane Crash Survivor (Rerun) EP#110

Don’t Wait for a Crisis: Life Lessons from a Plane Crash Survivor (Rerun) EP#110

Episode Title: Don’t Wait for a Crisis: Life Lessons from a Plane Crash Survivor
Original Air Date: August 9, 2020 (Don't Postpone Your Life)
Hosts: Bona Normandeau & Dany Normandeau

Episode Summary:

In …

00:11:07  |   Thu 11 Jul 2024
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