The Health, Healing, and Happiness Podcast

Fixing treats us like a problem to be solved. How can we stop trying to repair ourselves and let healing truly begin. Healing is a process and allows for growth.  Join Steph, AJD, and Jenn in a discussion on healing and how to approach improvement in your journey. 

What if the biggest thing holding us back is a sentence we keep repeating in our own minds? In this roundtable episode of  The Health, Healing & Happiness Podcast , we explore the powerful difference between a growth mindset and a fixed mindset through the lens of the book Bubblegum Brain by Julia Cook. Using the playful metaphor of "bubblegum brain vs brick brain," the conversation looks at how t...

What happens when a wellness podcast throws out the outline and just gets curious? In this episode of Health, Healing & Happiness, there's no framework, no expert deep dive, and no tidy takeaway. Instead, we ask each other a stack of random, slightly unhinged questions and let the conversation unfold. Topics include:  • How many fries is too many fries  • Are you feral before breakfast  • Would yo...

Technology has made our lives incredibly frictionless, but it's also made us unable to endure basic hurdles. In this episode, we dive into the philosophy of Friction Maxxing. We discuss how constantly avoiding discomfort leads to anxiety, and how choosing the harder way—the non-optimized way—can actually lead to a more fulfilling life. We'll share examples of how to put down the smartphone, embrac...

Discover practical, sustainable ways to move your body and transform your wellness journey in this eye-opening episode of Health, Healing, and Happiness. Learn how to break free from all-or-nothing fitness thinking and create movement habits that actually stick. We dive into the powerful connection between physical activity and mental health, exploring how regular movement helped one of us was abl...

Laziness often carries a negative connotation and can bring shame to our thoughts, especially when we genuinely need time to disconnect and regulate our body and mind. In today's episode, Jenn delves into the concept of laziness and its connection to productivity and recovery. Regular check-ins can help us reframe our approach to scheduled laziness for recovery and manage life's challenges. Burnou...

What if happiness isn't something you chase, fix, or force—but a relationship you build? In this episode of Health, Healing & Happiness , we explore a radically kinder perspective on happiness, one that moves beyond toxic positivity and constant pressure to "feel good." Together, we unpack why chasing happiness often backfires, how social expectations shape our emotional lives, and what it means t...

What does it really mean to "go natural" in a world full of greenwashing, marketing buzzwords, and unrealistic expectations? In this episode of Health, Healing & Happiness , we sit down for an honest, grounded conversation about switching to natural products in a way that is  intentional, sustainable, and realistic . This is not about fear, extremes, or throwing everything out overnight. It is abo...

Mindfulness, Sleep, and Slowing Down in a Busy World In this episode of  Health, Healing & Happiness , we explore what mindfulness actually looks like in real life, beyond meditation apps and perfectionist routines. Together, we unpack how mindfulness supports emotional regulation, stress management, and better sleep, and why noticing more often matters more than doing more. The conversation cover...

In this episode, the hosts of  Health, Healing & Happiness  explore intention as a grounding practice for the new year. Instead of focusing on rigid goals or resolutions, they discuss intention as a way to align everyday choices around time, energy, communication, and connection. The conversation covers how unspoken intentions create confusion, how assuming good intent can calm the nervous system,...

What if this year isn't about reinventing yourself… but returning to what matters? Today on Health, Healing, and Happiness, we're choosing intentions over resolutions—and focusing on the process, not perfection. We talk about celebrating the journey, building self-trust through tiny changes , and creating a New Year approach that feels supportive instead of punishing.

What if healing isn't about fixing yourself at all? In this episode of  Health, Healing & Happiness , we explore one of the most deeply ingrained beliefs in modern wellness culture: the idea that something is wrong with you and needs to be repaired. Together, we unpack how social media, marketing, and self-improvement culture quietly reinforce a sense of not-enoughness, even when we're doing "all...

For a quick reset during your day. Whether the holidays are busy or you just need a moment to breathe, tune in with Steph during this quick 60-second breathing exercise. 

The holidays can magnify pressure, expectations, grief, and anxiety. In this episode, the hosts of  Health, Healing & Happiness share honest reflections on how they navigate holiday stress, family dynamics, and emotional wellbeing. Instead of fixing or forcing the season, they explore how to meet it with compassion, boundaries, and realism. This conversation centers on nervous system awareness, me...

In this episode of Health, Healing and Happiness , AJD sits down with Brett, Jenn, and Stephanie to talk about the pull of quick fixes and what it really takes to build sustainable health. From fad diets and restrictive coaching programs to "biohacks," comparison traps, and social media pressure, they unpack why quick fixes are so tempting and why they rarely stick. Brett shares his shift from cha...

Wellness For Busy Parents (Without Losing Yourself) In this episode of Health, Healing and Happiness , the team dives into what wellness looks like for real parents with real lives, not empty calendars. AJD, Brett, Jenn, and Stephanie open up about their very different parenting setups, from single parenting and adoption to blended families, older kids, and teens, and how each of them tries to mak...

In this episode of  Health, Healing and Happiness , Brett leads a grounded conversation with AJD, Jenn, and Stephanie about morning rituals that do not require a 5 a.m. alarm, a color coded checklist, or a different personality. Together they unpack the difference between a routine and a ritual, why intention matters more than perfection, and how small, meaningful practices in the morning can shif...

From Doom Scrolling to Bloom Scrolling: Reclaim Your Scroll In this episode of Health, Healing and Happiness , Jenn, Stephanie, and Brett dive into a habit most of us know too well: doom scrolling. They unpack how late night scrolling and constant news cycles impact your nervous system, mental health, and overall sense of safety, then introduce a more mindful alternative they call "bloom scrolling...

Health, Healing and HappinessⓇ Health, Healing and HappinessⓇ is a grounded, real life wellness podcast about living well in the life you actually have, not the one you think you are supposed to have. Host Jen and the team from Jade Bloom sit down with real humans, real stories, and practical tools that support your physical health, emotional healing, and everyday happiness.   Each episode blends...