The Happiness Challenge

In Episode #233 of The Happiness Challenge , join Klaudia to discover how to speak up when it counts—using science-backed insights and practical tools that help you move from holding back to saying what you actually mean with clarity and calm. Whether you stay quiet in meetings, lose your words when the stakes feel high, get interrupted and don’t reclaim your point, or soften your message to avoid...

Join Klaudia Mitura to explore what it really means to embrace your own voice and how simple voice practices can help regulate your nervous system, calm stress, and lift your mood in minutes. Whether you notice your throat tighten under pressure, your voice rush when you’re overwhelmed, or you struggle to sound like yourself in important moments, this episode is packed with practical, science-back...

Your voice doesn’t always feel steady, and in high-stakes moments, it can feel like it has a mind of its own. In this episode, Klaudia Mitura sits down with Judith Quin , voice coach and vocal confidence specialist, to explore what it really means to liberate your voice and speak with presence, not perfection. This is a conversation about taking up space without getting louder, understanding what...

In Episode #230 of The Happiness Challenge , join Klaudia to discover how to make overthinking more constructive; using three research-backed insights that help you shift from mental spirals to clearer, calmer thinking. Whether you tend to get stuck in “why is this happening?” loops, find yourself brooding over the past, or worry as a way to avoid uncomfortable feelings, this episode will help you...

In Episode #229 of The Happiness Challenge , join Klaudia to discover three simple, science-backed ways to slow down an overthinking mind—right in the moment. Whether your thoughts spiral at night, you replay conversations on repeat, or you get stuck in “what if?” mode even on good days, this episode is packed with practical tools you can use immediately (and that Klaudia uses herself). Learn how...

Life doesn’t always feel calm — and for overthinkers, it can feel like your mind is running a marathon you never signed up for. In this episode, Klaudia sits down with Dr. Claire Hayes , clinical psychologist and author (including How to Cope ), to talk honestly about overthinking, emotional resilience, and why “thinking positive” isn’t always the most helpful approach. This is a conversation abou...

Discover how celebrating even the smallest, messiest wins can transform your happiness and motivation in this month’s Happiness Challenge! Join Klaudia as she wraps up the series with a deep dive into the science behind why our brains often overlook progress—and how learning to notice your wins is one of the most important happiness skills you can build. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backe...

Join Klaudia to discover how celebrating small wins can boost your happiness and motivation in this month’s Happiness Challenge! Whether you’re struggling to see your growth or just need a reminder to pause and appreciate tiny victories, this episode is packed with practical tips and uplifting motivation. Learn five simple ways to celebrate your wins, shift your mindset from FOMO to JOMO, and crea...

Life doesn’t always make sense and that’s exactly what makes it beautiful. In this episode, Klaudia sits down with Gavin Oattes, bestselling author of Confidently Lost, speaker, and stand-up comedian, to talk honestly about feeling lost, overwhelmed, and perfectly imperfect. This is a conversation about breaking free from the pressure to “have it all figured out,” ideas on how to deal with societa...

To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, The Happiness Challenge podcast is dedicating March to the World Happiness Report. In this episode, Klaudia explores the World Happiness Report 2026, released on 20th March, and its timely theme: happiness and social media. Discover what the latest research suggests about why heavy social media use can be linked to lower wellbeing (especially for yo...

To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, The Happiness Challenge podcast is dedicating March to the World Happiness Report. In this episode, Klaudia explores the 2025 report’s key findings on connection and kindness. Discover why everyday kindness is more common than we think, how sharing meals boosts happiness and simple ways to feel more connected. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑B...

To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, The Happiness Challenge podcast is dedicating all March episodes to exploring the World Happiness Report - a renowned publication on global wellbeing released especially for this occasion. In this episode, Klaudia dives into the 2024 report’s surprising findings on age and happiness. Tune in to discover: How does our happiness change as we age, and...

This month on The Happiness Challenge, Klaudia wraps up our journaling series with a deep dive into the science behind the habit. In Part 3, Klaudia shares her personal approach to journaling and encourages you to give it a try - whether you’re a seasoned writer or just curious. While journaling might sound like a soft, fluffy habit, it’s actually been studied for decades. In this episode, Klaudia...

This month on The Happiness Challenge, Klaudia is diving into the power of journaling! In Part 2 of our series, today’s episode is all about practical tools: Klaudia explores a variety of journaling styles, helps you discover which one fits you best, and shares a set of prompts you can use, even if you’re staring at a blank page. Whether you’re a seasoned journaler or just getting started, you’ll...

Discover how journaling can transform your happiness and self-development in this month’s Happiness Challenge! Join Klaudia and the inspiring Madeline McQueen - executive coach, speaker, and passionate advocate for personal growth - as they explore the science and strategies behind making journaling a joyful, consistent habit. Whether you’re new to journaling or looking to deepen your practice, th...

Surprise bonus episode for the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest . Not sure what to try next? Klaudia shares 6 science-backed tiny habits to boost your wellbeing in 2026. Press play, pick one, and run your next tiny experiment. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallen...

Welcome to Day 10 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest —today we turn this from a quest into your lifestyle. In this final episode, Klaudia helps you carry your tiny habit forward in a sustainable way—because 10 days is a powerful start, and the real magic happens when you keep returning to it. Press play to lock in what you’ve built and set your next 30-day habit plan. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 2...

Welcome to Day 9 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest, where we’re building one tiny wellbeing habit that actually sticks. Today’s episode is for the imperfect days. Because one of the biggest reasons people quit isn’t lack of information—it’s what happens after they miss a day: guilt, shame, and the feeling of “I’ve failed.” Klaudia shares a science-backed alternative: self-compassion —the skill t...

Welcome to Day 8 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest; where we’re building one tiny wellbeing habit that actually sticks, using science-backed strategies. Today, Klaudia invites you to do something more motivating: notice the benefits . Because habits stick when they don’t just feel virtuous, they feel worth it . Press play to celebrate what’s already changing and make space to feel your progress,...

Welcome to Day 7 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest: you’ve made it through a full week. Yay! Today’s episode taps into something we’re wired for: connection . Klaudia shares how social support and accountability can make your tiny habit far easier to stick with. Press play to add a simple layer of accountability and bring someone into your habit journey. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Bac...

Welcome to Day 6 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest: you’ve been practising your tiny habit for almost a week. Today’s episode goes deeper than behaviour. Klaudia explores identity-based habits (inspired by Atomic Habits ): the shift from “I’m trying to do this” to “this is who I am.” Press play to choose a simple identity statement to strengthen your habit from the inside out. Get involved: ⬇️ D...

Welcome to Day 5 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest: you’re halfway through. Massive congrats for showing up. Today’s episode is about planning for messy real life . Because habits don’t fail because there’s something wrong with you—they fail when obstacles show up and we haven’t planned for them. Press play to build your backup plan so your habit survives tired, busy, chaotic days. Get involved:...

Welcome to Day 4 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest where we’re building one tiny wellbeing habit that actually sticks, using science-backed strategies. In today’s episode, Klaudia adds a crucial missing piece: a tiny reward . Because your brain repeats what feels good now , not what’s only “good for you” later. Y Press play to choose a reward that genuinely feels good and make today’s habit feel...

Welcome to Day 3 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest . Today’s episode is all about using cues, not motivation because motivation comes and goes, but the right cue can make your habit feel automatic. Klaudia breaks down the simple habit loop (cue–routine–reward) and shows you how to “lock in” a reliable trigger. Hit play to set your cue and make “habit time” happen on autopilot. Get involved: ⬇️ D...

Welcome to Day 2 of the science-based 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest . Yesterday, you chose your tiny wellbeing habit. Today, Klaudia helps you get prepared and make it easy because willpower is unreliable, but a supportive environment makes habits happen. Press play to prep your space and make your habit the easiest option. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next...