What if the reason you’re not happier… is because you’re chasing happiness like it’s the starting line — not the result?

In this episode, I sit down with Lloyd (author + high performer) for a conversation that goes way deeper than the usual “do this habit, feel better” advice.

We talk about the uncomfortable truth that some people unconsciously pay to stay the victim, because it becomes an identity… and identities can be addictive.

Then we flip the whole happiness conversation on its head:

Happiness is a lagging indicator — like money.

Which means if you keep obsessing over the outcome (“Where’s the happiness?”), you’ll miss the inputs that actually create it.

Inside this episode we cover:

• Why accountability = freedom (and why most people avoid it)
• The concept of happiness as an output, not an input
• The quote: “Your soul needs time to catch up to your body” (and why it hits so hard)
• The book that changed everything: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry
• Contentment, ambition, and why “success” without peace is a trap
• Lloyd’s definition of happiness: no commute, meaningful work, and a life built for joy

If you’ve been doing “all the right things” but still feel restless, rushed, or like happiness keeps moving… this one will land.

🎙️ Listen now — and if this episode helps, share it with someone who’s been living life on fast-forward.

And make sure to follow Lloyd Ross and get a copy of his new book! 

Become Time Rich https://www.amazon.com.au/Become-Time-Rich-Getting-Wealthy/dp/1394337515

Follow Lloyd Here - https://www.instagram.com/lloydjamesross?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

This isn’t a “sit back and listen” episode.

This is a hands-on, action-packed planning workshop designed to help you map out your most successful, productive, and intentional 2026 — starting with Q1.

Grab your workbook, get your pen and paper ready, and give yourself the space to actually think (not just react to life).

Inside this workshop, I take you through the exact process I’ve refined since 2019 — the same framework I use with my clients and at retreats — to help you turn big dreams into a real plan you can execute.

In this episode, we’ll work through:

• Why I don’t do fluffy webinars — and why this workshop gives you the what + the how
• The “overwhelmed business owner circle” (and how to get out of survival mode)
• A rapid-fire 2025 reflection so you don’t drag the same patterns into 2026
• Rating your life + business (so you know what actually needs attention)
• A short vision exercise to create clarity for your “best year” direction
• Your Misogi: one bold, scary moment that upgrades the other 364 days
• One winning habit per quarter (so you don’t overload yourself and quit)
• Your North Star (purpose/values) so your plan doesn’t fall apart mid-year
• Turning goals into KPIs, priorities, and action steps (the cake analogy you’ll never forget)
• Building your Q1 plan so you can have the strongest first quarter you’ve ever had

This is the kind of episode you’ll pause, rewind, and come back to.
Because the goal isn’t motivation — it’s transformation through execution.

🎧 Pro tip: Pause as you go, (if you can) write your answers, and treat this like your personal strategy session.

Let’s build a 2026 that actually feels good to live — and performs like crazy.

P.S. If you would like some help implementing and building your best year yet. Send me a DM on instagram or LinkedIn with the word 'GAME PLAN' to see how we can help. 

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

What if happiness isn’t something you chase…

but something you build?

In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, and new dad Morgan T. Nelson for one of the most honest, refreshing conversations we’ve had on the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast.

We talk about the kind of happiness that lasts — the kind that doesn’t come from “success” or hustle, but from alignment, values, boundaries, and knowing which season of life you’re in.

Inside the episode, Morgan shares:

✨ The real difference between discipline and burnout (and why most people get this wrong)

✨ How becoming a dad sharpened his purpose instead of slowing him down

✨ Why high achievers feel empty, even when life looks good on paper

✨ The “white space” rule that transforms overwhelm into clarity

✨ How to decide what truly matters in each season of your life

✨ The one mindset shift that makes success feel GOOD, not heavy

✨ Why you shouldn’t aim for balance — and what to aim for instead

✨ How fatherhood, faith, and boundaries created his happiest season yet

This is a conversation about identity, success, and what freedom really feels like.

If you’ve been questioning your direction, craving more peace, or wanting a life that feels as good as it looks… this episode is for you.

👇 LISTEN ON SPOTIFY / APPLE

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👇 FOLLOW MORGAN

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgantnelson?igsh=MWpyM3hybXIxN2t2ZA==

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/morgantnelson?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=dcecbf1f-ee1c-437a-88e1-edf3486d4250

Dream Out Loud: https://dreamoutloudmethod.com (if needed)

👇 FOLLOW HOLLY

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly_smith00?igsh=bHlnbjlmeGRrNjVw&utm_source=qr

Website: https://linktr.ee/HollySmith_Coach?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8d92bb1c-4b3f-4b0e-8a59-232838ee8f47

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollysmithcoach/

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I’m joined by breathwork facilitator, mentor, and nervous system expert Chris Payten — and this conversation is truly life-changing.

We dive into the science behind your breath — the part nobody talks about — including how CO2, oxygen regulation, nasal breathing, and even short breath holds can instantly shift your emotional state, boost mental clarity, and calm your nervous system.

Chris shares openly about his own healing journey: breathwork sessions that released trauma, resurfaced subconscious memories, and helped him rebuild from depression, grief, and identity loss. His story shows how healing doesn’t always require words — sometimes it just requires breath.

We explore:

🫁 The real science of breathwork

Why most people are overbreathing, how CO2 affects anxiety, and how slowing your breath can bring your brain back online.

❤️ Trauma stored in the body

How emotional layers release through breathwork, why memories resurface, and how forgiveness becomes possible.

🚀 Building a mission-driven business

Chris’ strategy for certifying 1,000 breathwork facilitators, impacting 5 million lives by 2030, and scaling a company through values-driven leadership.

👨‍👧‍👦 His philosophy on happiness

Why alignment matters more than balance, how to live in your truth, and why satisfaction comes from purpose, not perfection.

🧠 Decision-making and values

How to say yes and no with intention, and how to lead a business without losing yourself.

This episode blends neuroscience, personal healing, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and breathwork wisdom — and it will completely change how you think about your mind, your body, and your happiness.

If you’ve ever felt anxious, exhausted, emotionally stuck, or disconnected from yourself… this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now and learn how one breath can shift your entire life.

And make sure to follow Chris on Instagram here and join the movement - https://www.instagram.com/chrispayten_?igsh=MXRvcXgyaXF5M2l6Ng==

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

In today’s episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, we’re diving deep into something most people never think about — joy as a discipline, not a feeling.

If happiness is a moment, joy is a muscle.
And just like any muscle, it grows through intentional practice.

In this solo episode, Holly unpacks The Seven Disciplines of Joy — a blend of philosophy, neuroscience, faith, storytelling, and practical, everyday habits that shape a life that feels grounded, peaceful, and unshakeable.

You’ll learn:

✨ Why joy begins with presence (and how to reclaim your mind from time-traveling thoughts)
✨ How gratitude rewires your brain and changes what you notice
✨ The surprising power of simplicity in a noisy world
✨ The difference between surrender and giving up — and how Proverbs 16:9 changes everything
✨ Why connection is a neurological need, not a luxury
✨ How your perspective becomes your reality
✨ How to hold contentment and ambition at the same time without burnout or pressure

This episode is, raw, deeply practical, and full of wisdom you can apply the moment you finish listening.

If you’ve ever wondered why happiness feels fleeting but joy feels grounding — this episode will give you the blueprint.

🎧 Listen now and start building joy from the inside out.

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

Most people think success is about doing more.

Working harder. Moving faster. Pushing to the end of the year before finally taking a breath.

But true success — healthy success — is about rhythm, not rush.

In this episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, Holly explores The Art of Healthy Ambition — how to dream big, build sustainably, and stay grounded in peace, purpose, and faith.

She opens with the timeless Bamboo Parable — the story of how growth often happens underground, unseen, and in silence — before it suddenly shoots upward in divine timing.

From there, Holly dives into:

🌿 The neuroscience behind success and satisfaction
🧠 Why your brain is wired to chase more — and how to rewire it for peace
💛 The difference between being content and being satisfied
📖 Proverbs 16:3 and 16:9 — planning your path while trusting God to direct your steps
✨ How to finish the year strong, without striving or exhaustion

This is a conversation about learning to succeed well — not just on paper, but in your spirit, your relationships, and your purpose.

Success is empty without peace — and happiness is built one day, one habit, one decision at a time. 💛

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

✨ October is Mental Health Awareness Month in Australia ✨

In this powerful episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I open up about my own battle with depression, anxiety, and unhappiness — and why I wrote my book 30 Days to Happiness as a simple daily guide to help others rebuild their lives one step at a time.

To mark this month, I’m giving away 50 signed copies of my book. All you need to do is cover shipping and use the code Freehappiness at checkout.

👉 Grab your copy here: www.30daystohappiness.com.au

In this episode, I also read you the first chapter of my book, where we dive into:

• The power of starting your day with intention
• Why even the smallest daily habit can create lasting change
• How to set yourself up for joy, peace, and purpose in the middle of life’s challenges

📖 Over the next 30 days, I’ll be sharing daily insights from the book — practical steps, reflections, and encouragement to walk this journey with you.

💛 Get one for yourself, gift one to a friend who’s struggling, or use it as your guide to go deeper into personal growth.

Because happiness is possible — one day at a time.

👉 Claim your free signed copy now: www.30daystohappiness.com.au with code Freehappiness before they’re gone.

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

Welcome back to the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast!

Today, I’m joined by the incredible Christine Blosdale — #1 bestselling author of The Social Media and Branding Survival Guide: Digital Marketing So Irresistible, Even Your Ex Will Want to Follow You.

Christine is a 25-year media veteran who has worked with giants like America Online and Microsoft, and she’s the founder of Expert Authority Coach, where she helps entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and business owners step into the spotlight and become the go-to leaders in their industry.

She’s also the winner of the 2025 Women Podcasters Award for Best Broadcaster 🎉 In this conversation, Christine shares:

✨ How to build a personal brand so powerful it opens doors effortlessly

✨ The truth about ditching imposter syndrome and owning your spotlight

✨ Why authenticity is the secret weapon in today’s noisy digital world

✨ How podcasting can be a game-changing tool for growth and visibility

This conversation is packed with practical branding strategies, powerful mindset shifts, and some big laughs too.

👉 Grab Christine’s FREE Social Media and Branding Survival Guide here:

Download Free Guide

👉 Connect with Christine online:

• LinkedIn: Click here
• TikTok: Click here

If you’ve ever wondered how to truly stand out in your space — this episode is your roadmap.

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

In this episode of the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I dive into the first seven habits from my book, 30 Days to Happiness. These are simple but powerful daily practices that can literally rewire your brain for more joy, peace, and energy — and they’re backed by neuroscience, philosophy, and faith.

Together we explore:

✨ Why scheduling time for yourself is a non-negotiable

✨ How starting your day right shifts your entire mood and productivity

✨ The brain science behind affirmations (and how they actually rewire your thoughts)

✨ Why health and movement are the best antidepressants available

✨ The powerful link between nutrition and your mood

✨ How smiling can literally trick your brain into happiness

✨ The surprising connection between posture, confidence, and joy

I’ll share personal stories, practical steps you can implement today, and a few laughs along the way — because happiness doesn’t have to be complicated.

👉 Whether you’re just starting your happiness journey or you’re already thriving but want to go deeper, these first 7 habits will set the foundation for a more joyful, resilient life.

P.S. I am giving away 50 books for the month of October! Go to www.30daystohappiness.com.au and use code 'Freehappiness' to get your sign copy today. 

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.

In this episode of The 30 Days to Happiness Podcast, I sit down with Jimmy Burroughes — former British Army officer, leadership expert, and bestselling author of Beat Burnout – Ignite Performance.

Jimmy and I dive deep into his five high-performance differentiators and his powerful framework for building trust — both in military teams and in workplaces. We explore the impact of low-trust environments on the brain (his memorable “wizard vs. lizard” analogy), and how leaders can shift from being experts to true enablers of their teams.

We also unpack:

✨ The causes and effects of burnout, and how to prevent it before it takes hold

✨ Jimmy’s scuba diving-inspired framework for trust and the seven levers leaders can use to strengthen it

✨ The ABC framework for problem-solving and decision-making in teams

✨ His transition from military to corporate life, and what he learned about energy, leadership, and freedom along the way

✨ The challenges of self-publishing, building a business, and why writing daily can change everything

This conversation is practical, inspiring, and full of frameworks you can immediately apply to your work, leadership, and life. If you’re ready to beat burnout, deepen trust, and lead with energy, this one’s for you.

📖 Grab Jimmy’s book and follow him on linkedin  here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmyburroughes/ 

🌐 Learn more about Jimmy at: https://www.jimmyburroughes.com

Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...

1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE

2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.

3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at [email protected] with 'I'm In' for your next step.