Jessica Lyonford

The Project: More Happy Podcast

Business EN ↓ 154 episodes

Hosted by best-selling author and leadership coach Jessica Lyonford, this podcast is for leaders who give a damn. We’re talking purpose, power and psychological safety—real conversations with human-first leaders designing a future fueled by joy, not burnout. Rooted in the science-backed Eight Pillars of Happiness, these episodes are packed with bold ideas, big energy and actionable insight to help you lead with more impact, intention, and yes—more happy.

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Jessica Lyonford

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Business

Podcast website

projectmorehappy.com

Latest episode

Sep 16, 2025

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Episodes

Happiness Workout for February 16, 2023 16.02.2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Optimism, Authenticity and Curiosity with: 1 Good Day Claim 2 Damn Right Statements 3 Alternate Yous There is no on definition of happiness. That’s what makes practicing it so fun. It’s a discovery of who we are at our core because that’s where happiness lives. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate the...

Happiness Workout for February 15, 2023 15.02.2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Confidence, Gratitude and Feeling with: 3 Wins 2 Gifts 1 Feeling Statement Lean into those positive emotions. Truly feel them and sit with them and ENJOY them. You created those wins. You get to experience those wonderful gifts. That’s your happiness. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into you...

Happiness Workout for February 14, 2023 14.02.2023

It's Valentine's Day and we are practice the happiness pillars of Authenticity and Compassion with: 1 T.A.C.O.S. 3 Compassionate Inquiries Love is all around but always begins with loving ourselves. Always. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for February 13, 2023 13.02.2023

We are kicking off this Valentine’s Week practicing the happiness pillars of Authenticity, Purpose and Compassion with: 3 Authentic Affirmations 3 Weekly Intentions 1 LovingKindness Meditation I hope your week is filled with the people and things and activities you love. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehapp...

Happiness Workout for February 10, 2023 10.02.2023

We are ending our week with three exercises in reflection, rooted in happiness pillars of Confidence, Curiosity and Authenticity: 3 Wins 2 Takeaways 1 Authenticity Audit Keep celebrating those wins. And keep showing up for yourself. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for February 9, 2023 09.02.2023

Today we are practicing the pillars of Feeling, Gratitude and Authenticity with: 1 Feeling Check In 2 Gifts 3 Truths You are enough. Just as you are right here, right now. You are enough. And so am I. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for February 8, 2023 08.02.2023

Today we practice the pillars of Authenticity and Purpose with: 1 Joy Space 1 Definition of Success 3 Daily Intentions You are responsible for your joy and your success. It’s a choice to focus on happiness. I’m glad you are choosing to do so with me. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for February 7, 2023 07.02.2023

Today’s happiness workout is rooted in the pillars of Authenticity, Gratitude and Curiosity. It looks like this: 1 T.A.C.O.S. 3 Gratitudes 1 What If Question Share your stories. Be grateful for the good in your life. And continue to spend time in wonder and possibility. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy...

Happiness Workout for February 6, 2023 06.02.2023

We are kicking off our week with a workout rooted in Optimism, Purpose and Authenticity with:  1 Good Week Claim 2 Weekly Intentions 3 Authentic Affirmations Go out and have that good week you claimed for yourself. You deserve it. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for February 3, 2023 03.02.2023

We are ending our week with a happiness workout focused on the pillars of Feeling and Confidence. Our workout looks like this: 2 Box Breathing 3 Wins 2 Things to Let Go Ground yourself in the good. Celebrate your wins. Let go of the things that didn’t go your way. You’re doing a great job showing up for yourself, and that’s enough. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and...

Happiness Workout for February 2, 2023 02.02.2023

Today we focus on the happiness pillars of Feeling, Curiosity and Purpose with: 1 Feeling Statement 1 Experiment 3 Intentions Go out and experiment with your life. Get curious. Try new approaches. If they work, awesome. If they don’t work, then you learned something new about yourself and that’s awesome too. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them...

Happiness Workout for February 1, 2023 01.02.2023

This morning we focus on the happiness pillars of Confidence, Curiosity and Authenticity with a workout that includes: 3 Me, Too Statements 2 Gardens 1 Authenticity Audit I am proud of you. And I know how amazingly capable you are. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 31, 2023 31.01.2023

This morning we focus on Gratitude and Curiosity. Our workout looks like this: 1 Game of Gratitude Ping Pong 2 Takeaways Be grateful. See the goodness. Lean into it and take it with you as you journey through this season of life. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 30, 2023 30.01.2023

Your happiness workout to start the week: 1 Feeling Statement 3 Intentions 1 Trust Meditation Trust in your wholeness and in the wholeness of those around you. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 27, 2023 27.01.2023

We end our week together practicing the happiness pillars of Confidence, Purpose and Compassion. Our workout looks like this: 3 Wins 2 Weekend Intentions 1 Permission Slip If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 26, 2023 26.01.2023

Today we focus on the happiness pillars of Curiosity, Authenticity and Gratitude and our workout looks like this: 2 Lessons Learned 2 Authentic Affirmations 2 Gratitudes You are amazing. You are capable. You are growing every day. Be proud of yourself. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 25, 2023 25.01.2023

Today we are leaning into possibility. We are inviting wonder be a part of our story by focusing on the happiness pillars of curiosity, feeling and purpose with: 1 What If Statement 1 Dream 1 Feeling Word 1 Intention If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 24, 2023 24.01.2023

Your happiness workout for this T.A.C.O.S. Tuesday looks like this: 1 T.A.C.O.S. 3 Gratitudes 1 Feeling Statement Keep sharing TACOS. Keep being grateful for goodness. And keep listening and caring for yourself. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 23, 2023 23.01.2023

Today's happiness workout is all about the joy, joy, joy, joy down in your heart and it looks like this:  1 Joy Space 1 Good Week Claim 3 Intentions Be intentional about creating those joy-filled spaces for yourself this week. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 20, 2023 20.01.2023

Your happiness workout for today: 3 Authentic Affirmations 3 Wins 1 Weekend Intention Surround yourself in love. Celebrate your wins and be intentional about your happiness. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 19, 2023 19.01.2023

Your happiness workout for today: 1 Dream 3 Baby Steps 1 Trust Meditation Trust in your wholeness. Trust that you are capable and can make the best decisions for yourself. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 18, 2023 18.01.2023

Your happiness workout for today is all about defining, claiming and celebrating your success. It looks like this: 3 Statements of Success 3 Awards 1 Good Day Claim If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 17, 2023 17.01.2023

During our 5ish minutes this morning, we focus on the happiness pillars of Purpose, Authenticity and Compassion. Our workout looks like this: 3 Weekly Intentions 1 Authenticity Audit 3 Mirrors of Compassion If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 16, 2023 16.01.2023

“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” ~ MLK Jr.  Your happiness workout for today: 1 LovingKindness Meditation The 3 S’s of Love Exercise 1 What If Statement Be the light. Be the love. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

Happiness Workout for January 13, 2023 13.01.2023

Your happiness workout for today: 1 Feeling Statement 2 Gifts 3 Gratitudes I hope you have a wonderful weekend and look forward to working out with you again next week. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

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