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by Jess Knapp
Welcome to Happiness with Jess, your go-to space for transforming your health and happiness from the inside out. Jess is a holistic life coach, here to help you uncover the tools you need to break through what's holding you back. In each episode, she’ll dive into topics around physical and mental health, leaving you with actionable steps to help you heal, grow, and thrive. So, if you’re ready to build healthier habits, transform your mindset, and discover tools to live your best life, you’re in the right place.
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- 1 weeks ago33 min
91. Celebrate With Me! What 5 Years of Health & Happiness Coaching Has Taught Me
Five years ago, Jess took a leap and started her coaching practice with a simple mission: to help people build healthier, happier lives. Looking back, she never imagined how much the journey would transform her too.In this special five-year anniversary episode, Jess reflects on the biggest lessons she's learned—not just as a coach, but as a person. She shares how her understanding of health has evolved beyond habits, why confidence has come to mean something entirely different, how learning to be authentically seen has changed her life, what entrepreneurship has taught her about trusting the timing, and why success today looks far different than it did when she first began.More than a celebration of a business milestone, this episode is a reflection on growth, purpose, and the power of inner transformation. If you've ever felt like you're still becoming the person you're meant to be, this conversation will remind you that the most meaningful change often happens from the inside out.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
- 3 weeks ago42 min
90. Separating Your Self-Worth from Your Weight with Anne Poirier
Struggling with body image, negative self-talk, or feeling like your worth is tied to your weight? In this episode, Jess sits down with nationally recognized body image expert, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author Anne Poirier to explore what it really takes to heal your relationship with your body.After overcoming years of body shame and disordered eating, Anne has become a leading voice in the body neutrality movement, helping people find freedom from dieting, food guilt, and the constant pressure to change their bodies.Together, Jess and Anne discuss the connection between the inner critic, body image, and eating behaviors, why body neutrality can be a more sustainable goal than body positivity, and how to begin separating your self-worth from the number on the scale. In this episode, you'll learn:-What the "body bully" is and how it fuels negative self-talk-How your inner critic influences eating habits and body image-The difference between body positivity and body neutrality-Practical ways to detach your self-worth from your weight-Anne's perspective on GLP-1 medications and body image-Why self-acceptance and personal growth can exist at the same timeIf you're working to improve your body image, heal your relationship with food, overcome your inner critic, or practice intuitive eating, this conversation will leave you with practical tools and a renewed sense of compassion for yourself.Connect with Anne Poirier👉https://www.instagram.com/annepoirier11author/ 👉 https://linktr.ee/annepoirier11 Body Confidence E-Book 👉https://shapingperspectives.com/confidence/ The Body Neutrality Playbook👉https://www.amazon.com/Body-Neutrality-Playbook-Activities-self-acceptance-ebook/dp/B0CZLGKKWR/ref=sr_1_1? 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
- Jun 21, 202641 min
89. Healing My Father Wound: My Story Growing Up Without a Dad
In this deeply personal Father's Day episode, Jess shares her experience of growing up without her father present and reflects on the ways that absence shaped her identity, relationships, and sense of self.She opens up about the wounds that developed in the absence of a consistent father figure—including abandonment, low self-worth, people-pleasing, hyper-independence, and looking outside herself for validation, love, and belonging.Jess also shares her healing journey and the tools that have helped her reconnect with herself over the years, including traditional talk therapy, somatic therapy, mindset and subconscious work through To Be Magnetic (TBM), grief work, humor, supportive relationships, and learning to meet the needs she once hoped others would fulfill.This conversation is an honest reflection on what it means to grieve what you didn't receive, make sense of the patterns that emerged as a result, and slowly build a more compassionate relationship with yourself.Whether you grew up without a father, experienced childhood abandonment, or recognize yourself in the patterns of seeking approval, fearing rejection, or struggling to feel fully chosen, this episode is a reminder that our wounds may influence us—but they don't have to define us. Healing is possible, and you're not alone in the process.And or more on self-love, health, fitness, and healing, follow Jess on Instagram:👉 @happ.i.ness.jessLearn about Jess’s coaching here👉https://www.happinesscoaching.online/happinessprogram
- Jun 17, 202637 min
88. How Mind Training Helps You Escape Hustle Culture and Burnout with Aaron Hendon
In this episode, Aaron Hendon joins the podcast to discuss mindfulness, meditation, burnout, nervous system regulation, and breaking free from hustle culture.Aaron is a mindfulness teacher, transformational leader, successful real estate professional, host of the Mindful CEO podcast, certified meditation instructor, and author of the upcoming book, How to Live a Grateful Life in a Fucked Up World. With over 30 years of experience in leadership and personal transformation, he helps people create lasting change through mindfulness, self-awareness, and intentional living.In this episode, Jess and Aaron discuss:Why meditation is actually training for the brain Burnout, stress, and the impact of hustle culture Nervous system regulation and reducing anxiety How to become more focused, grounded, and present The connection between mindfulness, leadership, and success Why slowing down can actually help you make better decisions and more money Gratitude and living intentionally in a chaotic world If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out, or stuck in constant “go mode,” this conversation offers a grounded and practical perspective on creating more peace, clarity, and sustainable success.Connect with Aaron:👉Aaronhendon.com 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
- Jun 3, 202659 min
87. Healthier Relationships, Healthier Life with Lee Baucom
Today on the podcast, Jess is joined by Lee Baucom — a marriage therapist, relationship coach, host of the Save The Marriage Podcast, and author with over 30 years of experience helping people build healthier relationships and happier lives.While relationships may not be the first thing that comes to mind in conversations around health and wellness, they play a huge role in our overall well-being. The quality of our relationships can impact stress levels, nervous system regulation, habits, emotional health, and even the way we care for ourselves day to day.In this conversation, Jess and Lee explore the powerful connection between health and relationships, diving into the deeper patterns that shape the way people communicate, connect, and navigate conflict.They talk about:The difference between relationship coaching and marriage therapy — and how each can support couples in different ways depending on the challenges they’re facing Symptoms vs. root causes in marriage, including how recurring conflict is often rooted in deeper disconnection rather than surface-level issues How couples can unconsciously “pause” their relationship over time by prioritizing logistics, stress, work, or parenting while slowly neglecting intentional connection The 3 dimensions of connection, and why emotional connection alone isn’t always enough for relationships to thrive What is and isn’t in your control within relationships, and how focusing on what you can influence can create meaningful shifts in the dynamic The power each person has to influence change in a relationship, even when both partners aren’t approaching growth in the same way How shifting from a “me vs. you” mindset to a “with me” mindset can completely change the way couples approach conflict and communication This episode offers a thoughtful perspective on how healthier relationships can support healthier lives.Connect with Lee:👉 UnpauseYourMarriage.com 👉 SaveTheMarriage.com 👉 Save The Marriage Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-save-the-marriage-podcast/id680884572
- May 20, 202654 min
86. Obesity Medicine Explained: GLP-1s, Bariatric Surgery & More with Dr. Laure
On this episode of the podcast, Jess sits down with Dr. Laure to have an important conversation about weight, health, and the realities of obesity medicine.As an obesity doctor who also overcame binge eating disorder herself, Dr. Laure brings both professional expertise and lived experience to the conversation. Together, they explore the deeper factors that influence weight and why lasting health is about more than just willpower or dieting harder.In this episode, they discuss:• GLP-1 medications and the growing conversation around weight loss drugs• Bariatric surgery and misconceptions surrounding it• Perimenopause and hormone-related weight gain• Society’s role in contributing to obesity• Cravings, hunger, and the science of behavior change• Healing the relationship with food without shame or extremesThis episode offers a compassionate, evidence-based perspective for anyone wanting to better understand their body, eating habits, and long-term health.Connect with Dr. Laure 👉@drlauredemattia 👉https://www.youtube.com/@drlauredemattia 👉Lgdemattia@gmail.com 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.jessConnect with Jess: Jess@happinesscoaching.info
- May 6, 202630 min
85. Why You Don’t Feel Proud of Yourself (And How to Change That)
In this episode of Happiness with Jess, we’re diving into why so many high-achieving, growth-minded people struggle with self-pride—even when they’re making real progress. If your default thoughts sound like “I should be further along,” or “It’s not enough,” —this episode will help you understand why.We’re breaking down how your inner critic, conditioning, and even your brain’s natural negativity bias keep you stuck focusing on what’s missing instead of what’s working. Jess shares how these patterns develop, why pride can feel uncomfortable (or even undeserved), and how to start shifting your mindset so you can finally feel proud of yourself—without needing perfection.You’ll also learn practical, real-life tools to:Stop minimizing your wins and moving the goalpost Break the cycle of comparison and “not enough” thinking Shift from relief (“I didn’t mess up”) to real pride Redefine success beyond weight loss, perfection, or outcomes This episode is a powerful reminder that you don’t need to do more to feel proud—you need to practice acknowledging it more! If you’ve been stuck in cycles of starting over, self-criticism, or feeling like you’re the problem, this conversation will help you start working with yourself instead of against yourself.✨ Want deeper support? Jess shares more about her Inner Critic Rewire 12-week coaching program inside the episode.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.jessConnect with Jess: Jess@happinesscoaching.info
- Apr 15, 202634 min
84. Mental Toughness, Confidence & Mastering Your Inner Critic as a Professional Athlete with Roman Martinez
A Lobo legend—and someone very close to my heart ❤️In this episode, I’m joined by Roman Martinez—professional basketball player, coach, leader, and someone who truly embodies what it means to grow both on and off the court.Roman brings a powerful perspective on mental toughness, confidence, and mastering your inner critic at the highest level.In this conversation, we dive into:How to build confidence (even under pressure) Developing a growth mindset in high-performance environments Finding your “edge” and separating your identity from your performance Using your inner critic as a tool—instead of letting it control you Turning perceived weaknesses into strengths Whether you’re an athlete, chasing big goals, or simply trying to be kinder to yourself and stay consistent, this episode is packed with real-life insights you can actually apply.Connect with Ro here👉 @roshow6 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.jessConnect with Jess: Jess@happinesscoaching.info
About Happiness with Jess
Welcome to Happiness with Jess, your go-to space for transforming your health and happiness from the inside out. Jess is a holistic life coach, here to help you uncover the tools you need to break through what's holding you back. In each episode, she’ll dive into topics around physical and mental health, leaving you with actionable steps to help you heal, grow, and thrive. So, if you’re ready to build healthier habits, transform your mindset, and discover tools to live your best life, you’re in the right place.
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