The Project: More Happy Podcast

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.

The Future of Time: A Conversation with Time Creation Coach Jen Roberts

Join Coach Jess in this episode as she sits down with Jen Roberts, a Time Creation Coach, to dive into the fascinating world of time management and productivity. Jen Roberts, known for helping entrepreneurs work fewer hours without sacrificing income, shares her unique insights on the history of associating productivity with worthiness, the impact of cell phones on our time and the myth of laziness. Discover how effective we truly are with our current work habits and explore exciting topics like teleportation, all while tying these concepts directly to human flourishing. Episode Highlights: 👉 Understand why we associate productivity with worthiness and how to shift this mindset. 👉 Learn how cell phones are designed to steal our time and what we can do about it. 👉 Discover the myth of laziness and how it impacts our view on productivity. Tune in now and be inspired to take control of your time, creating more of it for the things that bring you joy and make you feel alive. If you resonate with Jen's approach to time management and want to learn more about the amazing work she is doing, visit timehonoredcoach.com. For anyone with a future vision they would like to share on the podcast, head over to projectmorehappy.com to connect. Please subscribe to this channel and share this episode with your network to help us build a community of optimists, changemakers and visionaries ready to design a future of flourishing for us all.

05-28
36:58

The Future of Workplaces: A Conversation with Etiquette Expert Julie Jones

Join Coach Jess in this episode as she sits down with Julie Jones, owner of Today's Professionals Consulting and Development, to delve into the future of workplaces. Julie, an esteemed etiquette expert and public speaker, shares her vision for flourishing workplaces where employees thrive and leadership meets the needs of their teams with empathy and understanding. Discover how tailored spaces and mindful leadership can transform the work environment into a hub of happiness and success. Tune in now and be inspired to design a future of work where everyone can flourish. Learn more about Julie Jones and her work with Today's Professionals at https://www.todaysprofessionals.com Episode Highlights: Explore Julie Jones's insights into executive leadership and interpersonal skills training. Learn about the Process Communication Model and its role in effective workplace communication. Discover how cultivating self-awareness can lead to harmonious workplaces and empowered teams. Be inspired to envision and co-create a future of flourishing workplaces where employees are empowered to be their best selves. If you resonate with Julie's vision for the future of workplaces and have your own ideas to share, we'd love to hear from you! Visit projectmorehappy.com to join the conversation. Please subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with your network to help us build a community of optimists, changemakers and visionaries ready to design a future of flourishing for us all.

05-14
36:45

Episode 3: Happiness and the Holidays

In this episode, we explore how to practice The Eight Pillars of Happiness into our holiday rituals. Challenge traditions, declutter expectations and design celebrations that are intentional and authentic and truly resonate with you. For additional resources and support or to learn more about The Eight Pillars of Happiness visit ⁠projectmorehappy.com Journaling prompts for designing for connection during the holidays: What gift might you give that tells the receiver, "I see you, I hear you, I love you?" How might you create experiences that connect people with shared values and meaning? When budgeting your time, energy and money for the holidays, how might you root your investments in the outcomes you desire?

12-05
40:29

Welcome to the Project: More Happy Podcast

Welcome to the Project: More Happy podcast. I'm Jessica Lyonford, certified life coach and happiness guide. This is a no BS podcast full of real talk backed by real science and full of real, meaningful ways to practice happiness in your life. Which is awesome because we all could use a little more happy. This podcast promises to be the science of happiness, mixed with a little dash of humor and a whole lotta heart.

10-12
02:00

Happiness Workout for May 19, 2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Curiosity, Confidence and Purpose with:  1 Rose, Bud, Thorn 3 Celebrations 1 Intention Thank you for choosing to prioritize and practice happiness for yourself and your world. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com Now go forth and be happy. 

05-19
06:34

Happiness Workout for May 18, 2023

Every action someone takes is either an expression of love or a cry for love. Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Compassion, Gratitude and Authenticity with: 1 Love Story 3 Gratitudes 1 Love Letter If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-18
04:25

Happiness Workout for May 17, 2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Confidence, Authenticity and Compassion with: 3 Wins 3 Damn Right Statements 1 You Too Mindset I celebrate my amazingness. I celebrate your amazingness. I celebrate humanities amazingness.  If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-17
05:20

Happiness Workout for May 16, 2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Authenticity, Purpose and Curiosity with:  1 T.A.C.O.S. 1 Life Design 1 What If Question If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-16
04:37

Happiness Workout for May 15, 2023

We are kicking off the week practicing the happiness pillar of Gratitude with: 10 Questions 1 Thank You Note to the World 1 Gratitude Mantra I am grateful for all that I have, and all that is yet to come.  If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-15
05:36

Happiness Workout for May 12, 2023

Today is a 3-2-1 workout in reflection and celebration as we practice the happiness pillars of Curiosity, Confidence and Authenticity with: 3 What Questions 2 Awards 1 Authentic Affirmation You are an amazing, powerful and capable being. Know that. Trust that. Celebrate that.  If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-12
05:24

Happiness Workout for May 11, 2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Optimism, Purpose and Feeling with: 1 Reframe 3 Gardens 1 Feeling Statement Where your attention goes, your energy flows. Choose to focus on the life you want 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

05-11
06:25

Happiness Workout for May 10, 2023

Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Confidence, Curiosity and Compassion with: 3 Wins 5 Questions 1 Permission Slip I’m proud of you and the work you are doing for your happiness and for the happiness of your world. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-10
05:40

Happiness Workout for May 9, 2023

I am grateful for teachers, for T.A.C.O.S. and for a more compassionate world. Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Authenticity, Gratitude and Compassion with: 1 T.A.C.O.S. 3 Gratitudes 1 LovingKindness Meditation If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-09
06:11

Happiness Workout for May 8, 2023

We are kicking off the week practicing the happiness pillars of Gratitude, Optimism and Authenticity with: 1 Generative Grounding 1 Good Week Claim 1 Power Story Have an amazing Monday and we will see you here again tomorrow. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-08
05:49

Happiness Workout for May 5, 2023

Happy Cinco de Mayo, friends! Today we are practicing the happiness pillars of Curiosity, Confidence and Compassion with: 1 Rose, Bud, Thorn 3 Wins 1 Mirror 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

05-05
05:29

Happiness Workout for May 4, 2023

Our Star Wars themed happiness workout today includes: 1 Calling 3 Authentic Affirmations 1 Happy Space If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com May the 4th be with you, friends. 

05-04
06:37

Happiness Workout for May 3, 2023

Today we are celebrating 5 years of Project More Happy by practicing the happiness pillars of Feeling, Gratitude and Intention with: 1 Feeling Check-In 1 Game of Gratitude Ping-Pong 1 Daily Intention Thank you for choosing to prioritize happiness with me. Thank you for wanting more happiness in the world. Project More Happy couldn’t be what it is without you and your support. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-03
06:49

Happiness Workout for May 2, 2023

Today we are celebrating our 100th happiness workout by practicing the happiness pillars of Confidence, Authenticity and Gratitude with:  1 Victory Party 1 T.A.C.O.S. 3 Gratitudes Thank you all for supporting this podcast and for choosing happiness for yourselves and your world. I’m so grateful for your presence. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-02
06:45

Happiness Workout for May 1, 2023

We are kicking off the week and the month practicing all Eight Pillars of Happiness with eight powerful questions: What can you learn? What can you do? What is it that makes you, well, you? What lights you up? What is it you feel? What good do you see? What can you help heal? And what do you have at the end of the day, for which you are grateful and know you’re okay? If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

05-01
05:05

Happiness Workout for April 28, 2023

It's Friday and we are practicing the happiness pillars of Curiosity, Confidence and Gratitude with: 3 Powerful Questions 3 Wins 1 T.H.A.N.K.S. If you want to learn more about the Eight Pillars of Happiness and how to incorporate them into your life, visit projectmorehappy.com

04-28
04:54

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