The Jen Fulwiler Show

Jen, Joe, and Shady choose their words for the new year, and tell you how to do the same! Joe doesn't understand the concept at all and his word is a disaster. Shady also shares some bittersweet news. — Get your word of the year here ! Tag Jen if you share it on social media! — Get bonus content and full video episodes on Patreon here . — Watch video clips of this podcast on Instagram at @clips.je...

Jen shares her secret for overcoming social awkwardness. She points out that being socially awkward and being iconic are two sides of the same coin. Jen also gives details about the small practice that has relieved her anxiety in a huge way. This episode is sponsored by My Life In a Book ! Have your loved one's story made into a book, one email at a time. Use code JEN22 at checkout for $10 off you...

You'll be happier when you throw away your bucket list, and Jen explains why. She also rails against the idea that you shouldn't bring kids to events / places that aren't perfectly G-rated, and explains how her "change it or choose it" mantra has helped her let go of anxiety. This episode is sponsored by My Life In a Book ! Have your loved one's story made into a book, one email at a time. Use cod...

If you've been feeling unattractive, this episode is for you! Jen explains how you can feel pretty without losing weight or changing anything about your appearance. She also rails against Balenciaga and makes the case for why it's not elitist to want household help. This episode is sponsored by My Life In a Book ! Have your loved one's story made into a book, one email at a time. Use code JEN22 at...

Jen makes your Christmas shopping easier by listing her favorite things! She also has a LOT of questions about Christmas caroling. This episode is sponsored by My Life In a Book.  Have your loved one's story made into a book, one email at a time. Use code JEN22 at checkout for $10 off your purchase . Here are links to Jen's other favorite things: Awesome bedside light with USB plugs Sonos speakers...

Want to have an unforgettable holiday season? Invite a few people to your home. It's easier than it sounds, even for introverts. Jen also talks about how to balance community building with avoiding annoying people, and why Quentin Tarantino probably hates her now. -- Bonus content and full video episodes on Patreon for $5/mo here . -- Watch video clips of this podcast on Instagram at @clips.jen --...

If you want your friends and family to cheer you on, start by bringing them in to what you're doing. Share the details of your struggles, even the hard parts. Jen also reveals how sick she was during some of her shows, and her secrets for getting through it. — Bonus content and full video episodes on Patreon for $5/mo here . — Tour tickets here . — Watch video clips of this podcast on Instagram at...

Are you pretending to be someone you're not? You'll find out with The Chug Test. Jen shares the advice from an Irishman to "only be friends with folks you'd chug a beer with." She explains how this made her realize that she never clicked with an old group of friends, and how it can change your life to put your own social circles to this test. Jen also says that it's time to reclaim our fun and fab...

The "good ol' days" of your life are right now. So how can you actually feel that? Jen has new answers to that question. She also talks about her latest Botox disaster, and her experience with a color consultant who's trying to help her find the right clothing colors for her. No episode next week due to Jen's travel schedule. We'll be back Nov 9! — Bonus content and full video episodes on Patreon...

If you are scattered and inconsistent, or are trying to balance busy family life with personal goals, most habit advice won't work for you. Jen rejects the popular Atomic Habits theory and advocates for Iconic Habits, which work much better in a village setting. She rails against the advice that makes it sound like consistency in your daily routine is everything. She also talks about: -- why every...

If you feel too old or too young, this episode is for you. Jen has a fresh new perspective on age, and she shares why she will never use the term "middle age." She also talks about how happy she is that one of her kids tried something and failed.   Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon for $5/mo here . Come see Jen on tour! Next she's coming to Indianapolis, Huntsville, Houston, Aus...

Following your dreams is messy. Sometimes you'll get in over your head. That is totally normal and nothing to feel guilty about. Jen talks about this, as well as her anniversary (and weird wedding), and a healing moment with one of her kids. Get bonus content and full video of this podcast for $5/mo on Patreon here . Come see Jen on tour! She's coming to AL, AZ, FL, CA, IL, IN, TX, WA and WI. Get...

Everyone is talking about living a "soft life" as a rejection of hustle culture. Jen shares her own experiences living a soft life. She also discusses the powerful speech by Italy's new Prime Minister that makes the point that anti-family culture erodes our identities. Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon for $5/mo here . Come see Jen on tour! She's coming to AL, FL, IL, IN, TX, WA...

If you have a busy life, don't waste energy on routines that might be helpful for other people but not for you. Jen reflects on this principle, as well as on her top parenting lessons now that her oldest child is 18. She also talks about how to know when your anxiety is about something deeper than what it seems. —> Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon here . —> Come see Jen on tour...

We need to get rid of the "stay-at-home" and "working" mom labels once and for all. Jen talks about this, as well as how to respond when you're stressed by a kid's behavior. Come see Jen on her standup comedy tour! She's coming to AL, AZ, FL, CA, IL, IN, TX, WA and WI. Get your tickets here . Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon here . Watch video clips on Instagram at @clips.jen *...

Some men say women are less valuable because of their weight, dating history, age, appearance, or other factors. Jen shares her insights into what's wrong with these guys. She also reveals her secrets for creating a home where moms can do stuff they love and also have a great family. Come see Jen on tour! She's coming to AL, AZ, FL, CA, IL, IN, PA, TX, WA, WI. Get your tickets here . Get bonus con...

The big secret to getting un-stuck in any area of life is surprisingly simple, and Jen shares it in this episode. She also passionately makes the case that stay-at-home moms need household help. Come see Jen on tour! Tickets at https://jenniferfulwiler.com/tour/ Join Jen's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen   Watch video clips of this podcast on Instagram at @clips.jen * Jen forgot to cr...

If life has thrown you a curve ball, this episode is for you. Jen talks about ways to feel hopeful again after you've lost something or someone you cared about, as well as an update on Shady after her panic attack in the last episode. The first cities on Jen's standup comedy tour are Chicago, Philly, Phoenix, LA, and Seattle! Get your tickets and see the full schedule at: https://jenniferfulwiler....

Producer Shady has a panic attack on this episode! It gets so bad that she has to leave the studio (it starts around 50:00). Before that, Jen talks about the new "life dashboard" app she's obsessed with, and what to do if you realize you made a big decision for the wrong reasons. Get full video and bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen Get your tour tickets at: https://jennif...

Influencers will tell you to hustle harder or slow down, but you need to find the tempo of life that works for *you*. Jen talks about how this concept changed her life. She also shares which celebrity was rude to her, and spends some time trashing Malcolm Gladwell. Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen Get tour tickets at: https://jenniferfulwiler....

If you are stuck in anxiety, depression, or creative blocks, this is the episode for you! Jen had a life-changing experience with overcoming blocks of all types, and she shares all the details (including her experience with anti-depressants). She also trolls some haters. Support the podcast and get bonus content on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen Get tour tickets at: https://jenniferful...

Count on the unexpected when it comes to family fun - like how Jen was given a counterfeit $100 bill and it turned into an amusing drama for the whole family. She also shares the ridiculous way she avoided an argument with a kid, and an update on the friends who made the special beer that Joe spilled (from ep. 102). Bonus content on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen Comedy tour tickets! h...

We almost didn't publish this one because Shady nearly passed out in the middle! But we pulled it together so you can hear Jen talk about having core values as a family, and a botox update. Jen's standup comedy tour tickets: https://jenniferfulwiler.com/tour/ Support the podcast and get bonus content: https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen Video clips on Instagram at @clips.jen

If you're struggling with faith, Jen thinks it's fine to be "religious but not spiritual" (instead of "spiritual but not religious"). She explains how she, as a former lifelong atheist, handles spiritual dry spells. Jen also talks about why she spontaneously jumped in a river with her clothes on, and how it would change your life to do the same. Get tickets to Jen's tour: https://jenniferfulwiler....

Are you stressed about making summer fun? Or is that just Jen? She talks about how she's learned to do family fun, and why she doesn't freak out about her kids getting older. Jen's Patreon just relaunched! Get bonus content at https://www.patreon.com/thisisjen Tickets to Jen's comedy tour at JFComedyTour.com Watch clips of this podcast on Instagram at @clips.jen