Happiness with Jess

In this kickoff episode of 2026, Jess opens up about her personal goals, intentions, and the theme guiding her into the year ahead—more community, deeper connection, and less time on social media. She shares why she’s craving this shift, how she plans to create it, and what it’s already changing in her life and business.

She also walks listeners through practical coaching tools to help set goals that feel realistic, motivating, and sustainable—especially for anyone who starts January strong, only to feel their motivation fade by February.

In this episode, Jess shares:

• How social media burnout can signal a desire for presence and meaningful connection
• The shift from outcome-based goals to behavior-based goals (and why this changes everything)
• Why winter is biologically a difficult time to take big action—and how to set goals that honor the season
  

Whether your goals are related to health, wellness, business, or personal growth, this episode will help you rethink goal-setting and create a foundation that actually supports follow-through.

 Learn about Jess’s coaching here

👉https://www.happinesscoaching.online/happinessprogram 

And or more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:
👉 @happ.i.ness.jess

In this reflective year-end episode, Jess looks back on 2025 and shares the experiences, challenges, and lessons that shaped her most. From caregiving and grief in her personal life to travel, entrepreneurship, and finding a sense of home, this episode captures both the highs and the lows.

Jess explores the core themes of timing, self-worth, presence, and connection, and reflects on what it means to trust the process when things don’t unfold as planned.

In this episode, Jess reflects on:

• Navigating grief and deepening her relationship
  
• Travel, adventure, and creating a sense of home
  
• Resistance to social media and redefining success as an entrepreneur
  
• Trusting divine timing and releasing attachment to outcomes
  
• Separating self-worth from achievement and being “chosen”
  

If you’re feeling reflective as the year comes to a close, Jess also created a set of reflection questions to help you thoughtfully look back on your own year.

This episode marks the final episode of 2025, offering an invitation to pause, reflect, and step into what’s next with clarity.

 Learn about Jess’s coaching here

👉https://www.happinesscoaching.online/happinessprogram 

And or more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:
👉 @happ.i.ness.jess

Winter is here — the days are shorter, the temps are dropping, and the holidays are officially in full swing. And while this season is supposed to be the “happiest time of the year,” for many of us… it’s not that simple.

In this episode, we’re talking about romanticizing winter, especially if this time of year brings up stress, loneliness, family tension, financial pressure, or grief. Jess shares her personal experience with seasonal sadness, shifting family dynamics, and why this season often feels heavier than it looks on Instagram.

You’ll learn:
✨ Why winter makes you tired (yes, there’s real biology behind it!)
✨ Why rest is the most underrated health practice this time of year
✨ Ideas for new traditions, cozy rituals, and meaningful moments
✨ What to do if the holidays bring up grief, sadness, or complicated emotions

If you’re feeling tired, unmotivated, overwhelmed by the holidays, or just craving a softer winter — this episode will help you feel seen, grounded, and supported.

If you’re finding the habit‑building process tougher than you expected, coaching support is here to help you create the systems, accountability, and mindset that turn new paths into effortless highways.

 Learn about Jess’s coaching here

👉https://www.happinesscoaching.online/happinessprogram 

And or more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:
👉 @happ.i.ness.jess

Ever wonder why building a new habit feels so damn hard — even when you’re motivated and ready? In this episode of Happiness with Jess, we dive into the neuroscience of habit formation and explain exactly what’s going on inside your brain when you’re trying to change. You’ll learn how repetition builds the “habit superhighway,” why stress and old routines keep pulling you off course, and what you can do to make sticking with new behaviors easier and more consistent.

What you’ll get inside:

• A clear visual of how your brain “carves a path” from unfamiliar effort to automatic habit
  
• Insight into why repetition matters more than perfection — and how to use it in your day‑to‑day
  
• Key strategies to make repetition manageable, even when life gets messy
  
• Common mindset traps that sabotage habit change — and better alternatives
  

Whether you’re working on morning routines, better nutrition, regular movement, or simply showing up for yourself more often — this episode gives you the biology behind the struggle and practical tools to move forward with less frustration and more self‑compassion.

If you’re finding the habit‑building process tougher than you expected, coaching support is here to help you create the systems, accountability, and mindset that turn new paths into effortless highways.

 Learn about Jess’s coaching here

👉https://www.happinesscoaching.online/happinessprogram 

And or more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:
👉 @happ.i.ness.jess

In this powerful episode of Happiness with Jess, dives deep into the trade-offs behind achieving your “goal body.” While social media constantly sells us lean, flawless physiques as the pinnacle of health and success, Jess asks the important question: What does it really take to get there — and is it worth the cost?

From breaking down healthy vs. extreme body fat percentages to exploring the physical, emotional, and social sacrifices required to go from healthy to lean — and beyond — Jess provides an honest, compassionate look at what it means to pursue body transformation in real life.

You’ll learn:

• The differences between healthy, lean, and ultra-lean body fat ranges
  
• What kind of habits, routines, and sacrifices each level requires
  
• How to define success in your health journey on your own terms
  

Whether you're just starting to get healthier or wondering if it's time to push for the next level, this episode will help you make empowered, values-aligned decisions about your body and your goals — without guilt or shame.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Is my dream body really worth it?” — this conversation is for you.

Want to make a change without going to extremes?
 Learn about Jess’s coaching here

👉https://www.happinesscoaching.online/happinessprogram 

And or more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:
👉 @happ.i.ness.jess

In this episode, Jess explores why life’s hardest moments — breakups, burnout, rejection, or feeling completely stuck — might actually be signs you’re on the edge of a powerful breakthrough.

Sharing raw, real-life experiences — including a personal breakdown that sparked deep inner healing and a major career shift — Jess explains how these low points often reveal what’s no longer aligned, and why they’re the catalyst for real transformation.

If you're in a season where everything feels like it’s falling apart, this conversation will help you reframe the struggle, trust the process, and remember: what feels like the end might actually be the beginning of something better.

As Jess says:
“Breakdowns aren’t signs you’re broken — they’re signs you’re being broken open… so you can finally break through.”

For more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:
👉 @happ.i.ness.jess

In this powerful episode, Jess dives into the real foundations of lasting confidence — and why it’s so much more than just good posture or “faking it till you make it.”

Confidence is the key to showing up fully — in your career, your relationships, and your everyday life. But when self-doubt takes over, it shows up everywhere: missed opportunities, people-pleasing habits, and a constant sense of holding yourself back.

In this conversation, Jess shares the three core foundations of deep, lasting confidence — the exact ones that helped her break free from anxiety, self-doubt, and chronic people-pleasing.

Listeners will learn:

• Why self-trust is the starting point for confidence that actually lasts
  
• How owning your authenticity helps you feel more aligned and less approval-seeking
  
• What it really means to take action before you feel ready — and how that builds real belief in yourself
  

Perfect for people-pleasers, overthinkers, or anyone craving more self-trust and personal power, this episode will inspire you to start building confidence from the inside out.

For more content on self-love, health, fitness and more, you can follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/happ.i.ness.jess?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Skipping breakfast might seem like a harmless habit—or even a helpful one if you're doing intermittent fasting or racing through busy mornings. But in this episode, Jess breaks down why consistently skipping your morning meal could actually be working against your energy, mental health, and weight loss goals.

Jess shares what science really says about breakfast and why it plays a much bigger role in your physical and emotional well-being than most people realize. Jess also shares simple, realistic tips for what to eat in the morning to fuel your brain, balance your mood, and keep your energy steady throughout the day. Along with that she will answer questions like  “What if I’m doing intermittent fasting?” or “What if I’m just not hungry in the morning?” 

Whether you’re trying to support your mental health or finally make progress with weight loss, it all starts with what’s on your plate—and this episode will help you rethink how you start your day.

For more content on self-love, health, fitness and more, you can follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/happ.i.ness.jess?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

The phrase “progress over perfection” sounds great in theory—but how do you actually live it, especially when life is busy, goals feel overwhelming, and the all-or-nothing mindset keeps creeping in?

In this episode, Jess breaks down what it really takes to move from knowing the quote to embodying it. She shares three practical mindset shifts she uses with clients to help them build sustainable habits, stay consistent, and ditch perfectionism for good:

1. Let go of big expectation and start small – Why small steps aren't about lowering the bar, but making it reachable.
   
2. Embrace flexibility and adaptability – How adaptability (even doing the bare minimum) helps keep momentum going.
   
3. Practice self-compassion – Because how someone talks to themselves after a setback determines whether they move forward or stay stuck.
   

Perfect for anyone tired of the "all or nothing" cycle and ready to create lasting change—this episode offers a grounded, encouraging approach to personal growth and consistency.

For more content on self-love, health, fitness and more, you can follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/happ.i.ness.jess?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

This week on the podcast, Jess is joined by Kayla Johnson, a women’s health coach who specializes in helping women navigate perimenopause and menopause. She works with women over 35 to address stubborn belly fat, low energy, and hormonal changes — using a powerful combination of GLP-1 medications, hormone support, and personalized lifestyle coaching to help them feel like themselves again.

In this episode, Jess and Kayla dive into:

• Why weight loss after 35 feels so different (and harder)
  
• What’s really happening in your body during perimenopause and menopause
  
• Why a personalized, sustainable approach is key for lasting results
  
• The role of nutrition, strength training, and mindset in long-term fat loss
  
• How GLP-1s, peptides, and hormone support can be used strategically and responsibly
  

⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode is a conversation — not medical advice. It’s not about pushing one solution, but exploring what’s possible. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your health or treatment plan.

If your body’s been changing in ways that don’t make sense… if the scale won’t budge, and your old routines suddenly stop working — this episode will help you feel seen, informed, and supported with options.

How you can connect with Kayla: 

IG: @kaylajohnsonfitness 

www.kaylajohnsonfitness.com

For more content on mindset, health, fitness and more, you can follow Jess on Instagram @happ.i.ness.jess