Dora reflects on the healing power of shared laughter, even in moments of pain. Whether during heartbreak or grief, laughter reminds us that we’re still human and still capable of joy. In this deeply personal episode, she explores how joy doesn’t erase sorrow but helps carry it, and how laughter becomes a form of connection, resilience, and sacred survival.
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Today
How Simple Sounds Help Us Feel Safe, with Jojo ASMR
Rosie sits down with Jojo, one of the most beloved ASMR creators online, to explore how a childhood tingling sensation turned into a decade-long career helping millions relax and fall asleep. Jojo shares the origins of his soothing style, the fear he overcame when posting his fir ... Show More
26m 21s
Yesterday
Find the Space Where Your Creativity Thrives
Kessonga invites us to explore how changing our workspace — even slightly — can open up new inspiration. Whether it’s a library, a sunny bench, or your kitchen table, discovering the places that bring out your creativity can deepen your practice and make it more enjoyable.
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6m 17s
Nov 21
Bring More Joy Into Your Everyday Life
For Jeffrey Marsh, joy isn’t just a feeling — it’s freedom. In this episode, they share how embracing joy as a visibly queer person became an act of defiance and self-celebration. Through breath, play, and compassion, Jeffrey reminds us that joy is not frivolous — it’s what makes ... Show More
7m 1s
Oct 2023
Can You Feel Sad, Stressed And Happy At The Same Time?
Though we may not experience sadness, stress, and happiness simultaneously, we all possess certain aspects of our lives that, upon reflection, can evoke these emotions. However, when we lack effective methods for addressing our feelings of sadness or releasing our stress, these e ... Show More
10m 39s
Oct 2024
Grief, Laughter, and Sisterhood: Losing Our Mom and Holding On to Each Other
The sisters are back and we're talking about loss, dementia, grief, and how we try to choose laughter and therapy over a fist fight when things get really tough. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50m 51s
Aug 28
276. The Healing Power of Grief
As a culture, we don’t know how to grieve. We’re expected to keep it together, stay strong, and move on, even though grief is one of the most universal human experiences. The truth is, when no one models how to grieve, it’s easy to feel lost, broken, or like you’re “doing it wron ... Show More
25m 32s
Mar 2025
Laughter | Gentle Bedtime Reading for Sleep
Unwind with this calm bedtime reading about laughter, created to ease insomnia and bring peace to restless nights. In this soothing episode, Benjamin explores the science, psychology, and cultural role of laughter, from its health benefits to its place in human connection. His st ... Show More
33m 19s
Aug 19
EP 84: Don't Try This Alone
<p>In this week’s episode I’m joined by my girl, Toni Collier, you guys already know and love her!</p><p><br></p><p>Every time Toni’s on the couch with me, there are lots of laughs, but we also dive deep into the kind of real, raw conversations that bring freedom. This time, we’r ... Show More
1h 22m
Oct 2024
Microjoys: Finding Joy When Life’s Not Okay | Cyndie Spiegel
<p>In the face of unimaginable grief and loss, author Cyndie Spiegel discovered the transformative power of "microjoys" - fleeting moments of lightness, delight, and hope that helped sustain her during life's darkest times. </p><br><p>In her book <a href="https://bookshop.org/a/2 ... Show More
1 h
Apr 2025
3567: [Part 1] The Power of Words - 3 Phrases That Will Destroy Your Happiness by Sabrina of Budding Optimist
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Episode 3567:
Sabrina explores how seemingly harmless phrases like “why me” and “if only” subtly erode our happiness by reinforcing ... Show More
8m 52s
Jun 2025
How to Cope with Grief and Loss
Grief is universal—but it rarely feels that way when you’re in it.On this episode, Haesue sits down with writer and podcaster Misty Stinnett to unpack what grief really looks like: messy, unpredictable, and often very lonely. Misty shares the story of losing her father suddenly i ... Show More
44m 34s