In this episode of One Happy Thing, Kerry, Maddie, and Jennifer explore the unexpected joys that can come from life’s misadventures. Whether it’s a sideways boat trip to Capri or some other plan that went off the rails, sometimes the best memories come from moments we didn’t plan.

Jennifer’s story of an unexpected adventure during her vacation in Greece will have you laughing—and thinking about how you can turn your own “uh-oh” moments into “aha!” ones. Because sometimes, the best adventures start when nothing goes as planned.

We'd love to hear about a misadventure you've had that turned into a fantastic memory. Drop us a comment, or email us at onehappythingpodcast@gmail.com

In this heartfelt episode of One Happy Thing, Maddie, Jennifer, and Kerry tackle the complicated question of how to choose joy in a world filled with suffering.

Maddie kicks off the conversation by asking the tough questions: Can we give ourselves permission to feel joy when so many are struggling? Jennifer reflects on the guilt that often accompanies happiness during hard times and how it can feel selfish to laugh or find light moments in a heavy world. Kerry shares a deeply personal story about being in the middle of her own grief and how friends who embraced joy helped her find her way back to it. Her story reminds us of the healing power of joy and the importance of offering ourselves—and others—permission to embrace it, even in difficult circumstances.

Join us for an inspiring conversation about letting go of guilt, living with empathy, and choosing joy as an act of resilience.

In episode five of One Happy Thing, Jennifer, Kerry, and Maddie explore the concept of glimmers.

What the heck is a glimmer, you ask? Maddie explains glimmers as those unexpected, uplifting sparks in the day that remind us of all that is good, bright, and beautiful in the world.

Tune in to learn how to recognize and savor glimmers in your own life, even during challenging times.

Join us as we uncover how noticing the small, beautiful things can transform your outlook and bring more happiness into your world.