
Vibrant Happy Women
The Vibrant Happy Women Podcast is for women who want to expand their capacity for joy. If you crave a more authentic, heart-centered, and balanced life, you’ll love learning with Happiness Expert Dr. Jen Riday as she interviews vibrant women and shares proven tools that will help you “get your SPARKLE back” in all areas of your life. You’ll be inspired by discussions of authenticity, healthy boundaries, emotional healing, time management, confidence, adventure, spirituality, conscious parenting, marriage, friendship, identity, self love, and more! And if you enjoy this podcast, you’d love Vibrant Soul, the place to heal, transform and expand your soul with likeminded friends. Join us at JenRiday.com/vibrantsoul.
Latest episodes

Jan 25, 2018 • 11min
Happy Bit: Freaking Have Fun Already!
All work and no play make Jane a dull girl. But how do we justify more time for play when we're nearly drowning in an endless stream of tasks and to-do's? How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Your Challenge: Schedule intense, focused work time for no longer than 4-6 hours/day. Schedule time to play every single day. Celebrate your play and notice the benefits it has on productivity, focus, creativity and attention. Links from this Episode: jenriday.com/95 (interview with Ellen Petry Leanse) How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. Comments: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com

Jan 22, 2018 • 45min
97: How Choosing Empowering Words Can Improve Your Health and Happiness with Mary Shores
How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Do you ever wonder why change and growth seem so hard and slow? In this episode, you'll discover how to reprogram your brain through conscious communication. It's important to choose powerful words and thoughts because it will completely change your reality in all areas, from health, to relationships, to confidence in your career and much more What You'll Learn in this Episode: How to loosen the grip of the tragic stories of your life Viewing your relationships through the "cleanse or clog" lenses Why it's critical to drop unrealistic expectations of ourselves, especially in the role of mother Links From This Episode: FREE WORKSHOP with Dr. Jen: "How to Get Organized and Simplify Your Life in Only 30 Days (http://jenriday.com/workshop) www.maryshores.com Follow Mary on Instagram Follow Jen Riday on Instagram Jen on Facebook Mary on Facebook Captivate by Vanessa Van Edward Conscious Communications MaryShores.com/companion (free 35-page companion guide to Mary's book) Vibrant Happy 5 (get five self-love tips every week!) Have questions you'd like Jen to answer on the show? Email her at support@jenriday.com How to Leave a Review ...and never miss an episode again by signing up for the Vibrant Happy 5 (includes free guided meditation from Jen), which is a weekly digest of quick n' easy bullet points listing everything Jen created the previous week (including Vibrant Happy Women episodes and Happy Bits), plus other self-love-related goodies you'd enjoy. Make your inbox more positive and inspiring by signing up here. How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Comments: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com.

Jan 18, 2018 • 7min
Happy Bit: Are You An Empowered Woman? (Really?)
What does it mean to be an empowered woman? And what does empowerment have to do with happiness? In this Happy Bit, I share my thoughts on what true empowerment looks like for me and I give you a jumping off point to analyze your own level of empowerment in terms of boundaries, fulfillment, purpose and happiness.

Jan 15, 2018 • 30min
96: The 6 Things That Matter Most in a Child's Life with Kristen Ivy
How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public We want our kids to grow up well-adjusted and capable of functioning in society. But we also them to have happy memories of being loved and cherished. In this episode, Kristen Ivy shares 6 things that matter most in a child’s life: love, words, stories, fun, work and tribes. Are you meeting your kids’ needs in each of these areas? What You'll Learn in this Episode: How to build love, words, stories, fun, work, and tribe-building into your children's lives. How to care for your child holistically, treating them as a whole person. How to let go of mommy guilt. How to make sure your child feels significant and adored. Links From This Episode: Phase Guides for Parents Pack, 18-Volumes KristenIvy.com Follow Kristen on Instagram Follow Jen Riday on Instagram Follow Kristen on Twitter Jen on Facebook Harry Potter Books Vibrant Happy 5 (get five self-love tips every Thursday!) Have questions you'd like Jen to answer on the show? Email us at support@jenriday.com How to Leave a Review ...and never miss an episode again by signing up for the Vibrant Happy 5 (includes a free guided meditation from Jen), which is a weekly digest of quick n' easy bullet points listing everything Jen created the previous week (including Vibrant Happy Women episodes and Happy Bits), plus other happiness-related goodies you'd enjoy. Make your inbox more positive and inspiring by signing up here. How to Leave a Review: Watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review at jenriday.com/review How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Leave a Comment: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about an episode, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com

Jan 11, 2018 • 6min
Happy Bit: Be a Light and SHINE in 2018
Learn why Vibrant Happy Women is way more than a podcast (it's a movement!) and how you can tap into your own gifts to make a bigger difference in the world. How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Comments: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com

Jan 8, 2018 • 55min
95: How to Build a Happier Brain by Mastering Your Use of Technology with Ellen Petry Leanse
How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Ever feel like your brain is rotting away as you spend too much time on your smartphone? Worried your kids will have no social skills because their main form of socializing is texting and group chats? Learn how to "hack back" and start to build a happier brain through connection with other humans and nature, which strengthen the longer-lasting, blissful serotonin cycle in the brain (as opposed to the quick-fix dopamine cycle). This new brain info will leave you pondering your tech use for days. What You'll Learn in this Episode: Why it's critical that we "hack back" against designers who are creating online interactions in a way that cause addiction and distraction. How to teach our teens and kids to put the smartphone down and connect with other humans and nature. Why we should never start our day with technology And much more. Links From This Episode: www.ellenleanse.com Follow Jen Riday on Instagram Jen on Facebook "Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance" "Sapiens" Vibrant Happy 5 (get five self-love tips every week!) Have questions you'd like Jen to answer on the show? Email her at support@jenriday.com How to Leave a Review ...and never miss an episode again by signing up for the Vibrant Happy 5 (includes free guided meditation from Jen), which is a weekly digest of quick n' easy bullet points listing everything Jen created the previous week (including Vibrant Happy Women episodes and Happy Bits), plus other self-love-related goodies you'd enjoy. Make your inbox more positive and inspiring by signing up here. How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Comments: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com

Jan 4, 2018 • 11min
Happy Bit: Creating My 2018 Goals
Do you often wonder how some people seem to achieve their goals, while others don't? Want to avoid the 3-week New Year's resolution failure point? In this happy bit, I share my 4-step process for setting goals that have motivation and energy behind them so you can keep moving forward all year long. How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Comments: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com

Jan 1, 2018 • 57min
94: Manifesting an Abundant & Amazing Life in 2018 (with Jaya Rose)
How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Have you ever given up on your New Year's resolutions before you're even 3 weeks into the year? In this episode, Jaya Rose shares 4 steps to help you manifest the abundance and success you desire. It all starts with BEING before DOING. What You'll Learn in this Episode: Determining what you require in 2018 to be your best self and to show up as the most vibrant, happy woman you can be. Why saying no is the fastest way to clear space for a yes. How showing up for ourselves becomes one of the best ways to serve others. The best answer for “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The 4 steps to miraculous manifesting. Links From This Episode: Jaya's Magnetic Manifesting Workshop www.Jayarosecoaching.com Lit Up Yoni Meditation by Jaya Rose Chat Jaya on Typeform Follow Jen Riday on Instagram Follow Jaya on Facebook Jen on Facebook The Mists of Avalon Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert Awaken the Giant Within by Tony Robbins The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks Vibrant Happy 5 (get five self-love tips every Thursday!) Have questions you'd like Jen to answer on the show? Email her at support@jenriday.com How to Leave a Review ...and never miss an episode again by signing up for the Vibrant Happy 5 (includes free guided meditation from Jen), which is a weekly digest of quick n' easy bullet points listing everything Jen created the previous week (including Vibrant Happy Women episodes and Happy Bits), plus other self-love-related goodies you'd enjoy. Make your inbox more positive and inspiring by signing up here. Jaya's "Bomb Cilantro Tahini Sauce" 1 c. tahini or roasted sunflower seeds 1 c. water 1 c. fresh cilantro Juice of 3 lemons or 1/4 c apple cider vinegar 2 cloves garlic or tsp garlic powder 2 tsp. salt or 1/4 cup amino acids 1 Tbsp. honey or coconut sugar 1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes 1 tsp. cumin Blend in food processor or blender until creamy. It will thicken in the refrigerator; add water as needed. How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Comments & Questions for the Show: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com

Dec 21, 2017 • 1min
Happy Bit: Holiday Connection and Love
The holidays can be draining as we focus on getting everything done, including gifts, decorations, food... But where in the busy-ness do we actually spend time enjoying time with our loved ones? In this Happy Bit I give you permission to let go and spend more time connecting.

Dec 18, 2017 • 53min
93: Creating Healthy Boundaries and Happy Relationships (Laura Froyen)
How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Do you find yourself feeling resentful, frustrated or upset with the people in your life? In this episode, Dr. Laura Froyen shares how you can strengthen your boundaries in order to preserve your energy, improve relationships, and rediscover authentic connection with your kids, spouse, and other loved ones. What You'll Learn in this Episode: The difference between internal and external boundaries. Recognizing the relationship between fear and the need to control and How to let go of control. How to have the conversation with your spouse and doing more around the house. How to do a “soft startup” in a conversation to prevent or stop an argument with a spouse. The importance of teaching kids - especially girls - strong boundaries. Links From This Episode: Heal Your Heart: A 2018 Journey of Self Love www.laurafroyen.com www.facebook.com/laurafroyen Follow Laura on Facebook Follow Jen Riday on Instagram Jen on Facebook Dragon Riders of Pern Parent Effectiveness Training Vibrant Happy 5 (get five self-love tips every Thursday!) Have questions you'd like Jen to answer on the show? Email her at support@jenriday.com How to Leave a Review ZOLA: To sign up with Zola and receive a $50 credit towards your registry, go to ZOLA.com/happywomen. ...and never miss an episode again by signing up for the Vibrant Happy 5 (includes free guided meditation from Jen), which is a weekly digest of quick n' easy bullet points listing everything Jen created the previous week (including Vibrant Happy Women episodes and Happy Bits), plus other self-love-related goodies you'd enjoy. Make your inbox more positive and inspiring by signing up here. How to Leave a Review: Click here to watch a quick video to learn how to leave a review. How to Subscribe to Vibrant Happy Women: Apple Podcasts · Android · Overcast · Castbox · Radio Public Comments: If you’d like to make a comment or leave feedback about the podcast, leave us a phone message at 1-608-352-6586 or email us at support@jenriday.com