Daily Happy

I am so honored to welcome the amazing Liz Woods—RyeMarkable Mom, wife, mother, blogger, social media maven, teacher, and true community advocate—to the Daily Happy Podcast. Liz brings such incredible joie de vivre and kindness to everything she does. In our conversation, we explored:  ✨ How she started her career and what inspired RyeMarkable Moms  ✨ Her vision for the future of her business  ...

I want to talk about something that feels more important than ever: the power of faith and belief in our lives. In a world that often feels noisy and uncertain, faith gives us grounding. Paired with hope, it becomes a light that never fades. Emily Dickinson captured it beautifully:   “Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul and sings the tune without the words and never stops at a...

I had the pleasure of attending the Forbes' Women's Power Summit virtually. Wow-what an inspiring line-up. From Melinda French Gates with Moira Forbes on women’s health, to Hoda Kotb sharing her new book Journey to Joy and her company Joy101, every session was a reminder that real power is using your platform to lift others. My biggest takeaway: joy, health, and progress happen when we s...

Hey hey Rockstars! Today’s Daily Happy is brought to you by Audrey Hepburn and one of my all-time favorite movies— My Fair Lady .  You know the line: “The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain.” Or was it “on the plane” ?  Either way, it’s a perfect reminder that mispronunciations and mix-ups aren’t mistakes—they’re part of the fun. Just like Eliza Doolittle, we’re all a work in progress. Growth...

Hey hey, rockstars! Welcome back to a Daily Happy moment—your bite-sized joy boost, mood espresso shot, and official permission slip to tackle life like a pro (without needing goat yoga or a week in Bali… unless that’s your thing). Through my career in brand marketing, politics, product and technology innovation, and now podcasting, I’ve relied on three words of wisdom that never fail me: Listen c...

Hey hey, rockstars! Welcome back to The Daily Happy —your bite-sized joy boost, mood espresso shot, and official reminder that happiness doesn’t have to wait for vacations or mountaintop moments. Today’s boost? Praise. Giving and receiving praises gives me genuine joy and I hope it gives you happiness. Praise is one of the simplest gifts we can give—and one of the most powerful. It builds confiden...

“You got me to hold my hand… You got me  to understand…” 🎶 (Let’s be honest, my kids are not wrong when they say I never get the lyrics quite right.) So here on The Daily Happy , we’re throwing it back to one of my all-time favorite feel-good songs: “I Got You Babe” by Sonny & Cher. But this time, it’s not just a retro jam—it’s a giant thank-you note to our incredible tribe. You know who you...

This episode of The Daily Happy is powered by wanderlust, imagination, and one seriously underrated film: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. Why does it make me so happy? Because it reminds me that we all have a little hero inside us—even if our biggest adventure today is surviving a group text with 37 unread messages and absolutely zero context. Ben Stiller plays Walter, a mild-mannered dreamer who...

Today’s happiness spark? The Book of Joy—yep, that 2016 gem where the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu spill ancient wisdom and dad jokes over tea. These two global icons basically turn joy into a masterclass in resilience, laughter, and deep friendship. And it’s not just feel-good fluff—science shows that practicing gratitude and compassion lowers stress and boosts happiness. So yes, kindness really i...

Need a new way to connect with coworkers, friends, or your family group chat that thinks karaoke is a personality trait? Try Singing Scrabble. Yes, seriously. Inspired by Jay Shetty’s focus on connection in a chaotic world, Singing Scrabble combines your favorite word game with a musical twist: when you play a word, you have to sing a song that uses it. Bonus points for creativity— and for staying...

Stuck in endless Zoom meetings that feel longer than a Eurovision finale? Need a break from the serious stuff? Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga is your new secret weapon for workplace sanity. Watching Will Ferrell rock sequins and sing “Volcano Man” is scientifically proven to reduce stress* (*okay, maybe not officially, but it feels like it). Plus, it’s the perfect reminder that so...

Welcome to Daily Happy your bite-sized joy boost, mood espresso shot, and permission slip to smile at strangers without needing a reason. Today’s happiness boost? Nature. As it Turns out, your next breakthrough might be waiting... under a tree. Research shows just 2 hours a week in nature can boost happiness, lower anxiety, and even improve your immune system. A 2019 study with over 20,000 people...

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Here’s The Daily Happy —your emotional multivitamin and the reason you're smiling like you know a secret. Today’s joy tip? Singing. Even if your voice is more “shower soloist” than stage star, science says it’s basically therapy with better acoustics. Singing boosts endorphins, reduces stress, and can literally sync your heartbeat with others. Translation: karaoke night is now self-care. Plus...

Today’s topic? Decluttering, not just your junk drawer, but your mind, your space, and your stress. Inspired by Marie Kondo’s approach, letting go isn’t about perfection—it’s about permission. Permission to release what no longer serves you and create room for what actually brings you joy. Science backs it up: clutter increases cortisol, kills focus, and fuels overwhelm. Clearing even one corner o...

Hey, Hey Rockstars. Here is your favorite the Daily Happy Podcast. Your emotional multivitamin and secret smile starter. Today’s vibe? Joie de vivre—that spicy little French phrase for the joy of living . It’s not just happiness—it’s dancing in traffic, laughing at dumb jokes, and savoring your morning coffee like it’s a Michelin-starred moment. ✨ Your Daily Happy Challenge: Find one tiny thing t...

This episode is extra special because our guest is none other than Michael Wendroff—marketing maestro, former colleague (yes, we survived the high-stakes world of hair care branding together), and now, published author! Michael’s new book, What Goes Around , is a sharp, witty, and thought-provoking read about the ripple effects of our choices in business and life. Think karma—only smarter and with...

Lately, I’ve been reading “I Am Maria” by Maria Shriver—a raw, wise, and unexpectedly funny poetry collection that proves resilience doesn’t always come dressed in perfect grammar or polished productivity hacks. It shows up in short, soulful stanzas about heartbreak, divorce, grief... and the equally terrifying journey of figuring out who you are after all the titles and expectations fall away. Tu...

Welcome to Daily Happy—your joy-packed pit stop in the emotional demolition derby we call life. Let’s talk meditation . Yes, that ancient practice now endorsed by monks, neuroscientists, and your coworker who drinks mushroom coffee and has a Himalayan salt lamp. Here’s why it matters: Rewires your brain for happiness Boosts serotonin + dopamine Lowers cortisol (that’s science for “chill out”) Help...

Let’s talk about the surprising power of Forrest Gump —yes, the 1994 classic with the running, the shrimp, and the box of chocolates. In a world obsessed with productivity hacks and perfectly curated careers, Forrest Gump is a masterclass in something we rarely talk about: relentless optimism, authenticity, and the occasional spontaneous cross-country jog. He’s not networking on LinkedIn. He’s not...

This happiness boost is something critical to us all: Belonging. Belonging: It's Not Just for Dogs and Cornhole Teams Even the most independent go-getters need connection. Belonging isn’t a “nice to have”—it’s hardwired into us, right after food, water, and let’s be honest, strong Wi-Fi. Whether it’s family, friends, your trivia crew, or your golden retriever—having people (or pets) who &quot...

Need a mental reset that doesn’t involve a flight to Bali or juggling five wellness apps? Try a dose of comedy. On today’s episode of The Daily Happy , I shared one of my favorite happiness boosts: Brooklyn Nine-Nine. Yes, it’s a workplace comedy set in a police precinct—but at its core, it’s about teamwork, belonging, and showing up as your authentic (and occasionally very weird) self. From Amy S...

Hey there, rockstars! Quick Joy Boost from The Daily Happy. Our son is graduating—yes, we’re officially proud and slightly emotional parents. And speaking of graduations, Kermit the Frog gave a killer speech at the University of Maryland with this gem:  "Life is better when we leap together." That’s some solid advice—from a puppet. And author Brad Meltzer? He told grads to chew gum and b...

Hey you. Yeah, you—scrolling like your thumb’s training for the Olympics. Let me hit you with a wild idea:  Turn. It. Off. I know, I know. “But what if I miss something?”  Trust me—if Beyoncé texts you, she’ll try again. Science says a digital detox lowers stress and anxiety.  Translation: your phone is low-key frying your brain like leftover pizza. Try turning it off for a whole day.  Or just sta...

Ever feel like life is a bit... wobbly? Like you’re one IKEA screw away from losing it?  Good news: You don’t need a wrench—you need a well-stocked emotional toolbox. On the latest episode of The Daily Happy, we unpack research from Professor Ariana Orvell at Bryn Mawr College (via the journal Emotion) and explore how people managed anxiety during peak-pandemic chaos. Turns out, most of us are low...