The No Bullsh*t Guide to a Happier Life

Welcome to episode 45 of The No Bullshit Guide to a Happier Life podcast! Season three is promising to be a journey of self-discovery, so hold on tight and let’s get stuck in!

Taking time to stop and…

Welcome to episode 44 and the final episode of series 2. Today I reflect on the themes and topics of the past two series – the ground we have covered so far and the key lessons we have learned along …

Welcome to episode 43. Today I am talking about the wonderful Scandinavian concept of Hygge. For the winter months (with the welcome addition of cosy blankets, socks and candles) we often embrace Hyg…

Welcome to episode 42. The benefits of adopting a plant-based diet are promoted all around us these days, so how can we incorporate these changes into our toolkit for a happier life and what differen…

Welcome to episode 41. Today I am talking all about social connection and why it takes up such an important space in our happier life toolkit. Do we take it for granted? If you were to suddenly loose…

Welcome to episode 40. What is gratitude practice and how can it contribute to a happier life? My opinions on gratitude have changed over the years, so I’m especially excited to share my perspective …

Welcome to episode 39. Are you ready to go a bit deeper? This week I’m exploring three specific activities that can help you to dive deep below the surface of your busy mind, to help quieten the raci…

Welcome to episode 38. Today I’m talking about how pleasure, both sexual and non-sexual, fits into your toolkit for a happier life - and there’s a lot to dismantle, especially when it comes to sex. I…

Welcome to episode 37. Are you getting out into nature enough? We can often overlook the importance of spending time outdoors, but by taking the time to spend ‘quality’ time in nature we give ourselv…

Welcome to episode 36. What feelings arise for you around the subject of cooking? I’ve found it to be one of those very polarising topics, and I am at the uncomfortable end of the spectrum for sure! …

Welcome to episode 35. In today’s episode I’m talking about yoga. I have never committed to a weekly class, BUT it is an activity that I partake in frequently on my own terms and at my own pace, and …

Welcome to episode 34. In today’s episode I’m exploring the ideas and beliefs around creativity. What does creativity mean to you? For many people, taking part in a creative activity gives us an oppo…

Welcome to episode 33. We could all do with a few extra hours each day, so what happens when you claim that time intentionally and make a commitment to starting your day at 5am? For this episode I sp…

Welcome to episode 32. It’s easy to lose sight of how important our own well-being is, especially with life as hectic as it is, so in this episode I’m rounding up a quick reminder of why these tools …

Welcome to episode 31. What is stillness and how can it benefit us in our busy lives? I spent a week practicing short sessions of complete stillness for this episode - a few minutes each morning or e…

Welcome to episode 30. Today we are talking about one of my all-time favourite things – massage! Known for its many stress-relieving benefits, massage is a firm favourite in my toolkit. In today’s ep…

Welcome to episode 29. Do you ever shy away from an activity or situation because of a specific fear or discomfort? What if facing this fear could bring benefits to your health and well-being in new …

Welcome to episode 28. Today I’m delving into the practice of journaling. If you’re looking for an easily accessible, highly effective and budget-friendly tool for your happiness toolkit, journaling …

Welcome to episode 27. For me, getting into weight training has had a huge impact on my physical strength but most importantly, it’s massively strengthened my mental health too. Join me for this epis…

Welcome to episode 26. Today I am exploring the benefits of Laughter Yoga!

Tuning in to the many benefits on offer, I gave Laughter Yoga a go under the expert instruction of Sara Kay, yoga teacher at…