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How To Be Happy

BU Happiness College
Happiness
Burnout
Mental Health
Workplace Happiness
BU Happiness College
Workplace Culture
Gratitude
Leadership
Employee Engagement
Well-Being
Self-Care
Emotional Intelligence
Mindfulness
Workplace Well-Being
Self-Improvement
Personal Development
Positive Psychology
Values
Personal Growth
Difficult Conversations

There's no goal more universally desired than living a happy life. But these days, happiness can seem pretty hard to reach. That's why this podcast exists. To serve as a compass in your pursuit of happiness. Built on over 10 years of studying the science of happiness and 7+ years of coaching people across 5 countries, join your host & Happiness Researcher - Declan Edwards as he brings you: - evide... more

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Have you ever ticked every single box of success—earned the degrees, smashed your goals, and worked yourself to the bone—only to realise you’ve completely forgotten how to relax?

It is incredibly easy to fall into a cycle of perfectionism, chronic ... more

We spend a massive chunk of our waking hours at our jobs, yet millions of people drag themselves through the week feeling completely unseen, disconnected, and burnt out. As organizations, we pour millions of dollars into flashy HR software, task-trac... more

How many times over the last few weeks have you looked out the window at a grey, freezing morning and felt your mood instantly take a nosedive? As human beings, we have a bad habit of becoming "weather hostages"—holding our happiness ransom until the... more

If you opened up Google right now and typed in “how to be happy,” you would be hit with over eight billion different results. That is roughly one opinion for every single person alive on the planet today. In a world flooded with that much noise, it i... more

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Annelise McCarthy
Public speaking coach and advocate for women's empowerment
BU Happiness College
Episode: How Annelise McCarthy Became Her Happiest Self
Matt Phelan
Co-founder of The Happiness Index
The Happiness Index
Episode: What 250 Million Data Points Reveal About Happiness at Work - Interview with Matt Phelan; co-founder of The Happiness Index
Declan Edwards
Author of the book How To Be Happy, interviewee in the hot seat
Author, How To Be Happy
Episode: Special Episode: Inside How to Be Happy (Ami Rankin Interviews Declan Edwards About His New Book)
Rod Cooper
Co-founder of The Movement Collective, movement advocate
The Movement Collective
Episode: Movement is Life: How Rod & Jeni Cooper Blend Psychological & Personal Growth with Physical Fitness
Jeni Cooper
Co-founder of The Movement Collective, movement advocate
The Movement Collective
Episode: Movement is Life: How Rod & Jeni Cooper Blend Psychological & Personal Growth with Physical Fitness
Ami Rankin
Head of personal happiness coaching at BU Happiness College
BU Happiness College
Episode: The $10 Trillion Wake-Up Call: Lessons from the 2026 Gallup State of the Global Workplace Report
Paul Watkins
The rogue scholar, scientist, athlete, TEDx speaker, author
Various (scientist, athlete, entrepreneur)
Episode: Paul Watkins: The Link Between Happiness and Hard Things
Andy Danesi
Former CVS Health director who left his corporate career to travel the US in an RV with his family
Self/Family on the road
Episode: How Andy Danesi Re-Prioritised His Life for Happiness
Filipa Bellette
Founder of Ending Body Burnout; author of Ending Body Burnouts
Ending Body Burnout
Episode: Ending Body Burnout with Filipa Bellette

Hosts

Declan Edwards
Host and Happiness Researcher
Ami Rankin
Head of Personal Happiness Coaching

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
  • So practical and engaging

    Podcast Addict
    5
    KimmiW
    6 months ago
  • Making Mindset Easy!

    I absolutely love this show! Declan has such a great ability to support you through any mindset challenges with this show! It is a great podcast for anyone looking to up level their life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    123pod123
    Australia5 years ago
  • So fun and engaging!

    I just listened to the episode with Annelise McCarthy and I have to say the conversation was so inspirational and the conversation just flowed so easily. Declan is a master facilitator and this was a pleasure to listen to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Durries
    Australia5 years ago
  • Lifechanging

    Declan has an extraordinary ability to make the most overwhelming topic, seem broken down into steps so that you believe that you can achieve his words of wisdom. He has shown proactivity in design concepts, and in his most recent season he has been creative and divided the season into three alternating series episodes.

    I highly recommend getting in touch with his amazing BU Coaching program, it has changed my life genuinely. 11/10 if I could rate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whenidance29
    Australia6 years ago
  • Life changing information wrapped up in a bundle of joy

    Declan always manages to put a smile on my face and leaves me with renewed enthusiasm and excitement for life and the ways in which I can support myself to get the most out of it. He not only has some great info and tips, he delivers them with such enthusiasm, I can’t help but get on board. Thanks Declan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimmy2605
    Australia7 years ago

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What 250 Million Data Points Reveal About Happiness at Work - Interview with Matt Phelan; co-founder of The Happiness Index
Q: What are the practical takeaways for organizations to maximize happiness with limited resources?
Focus on universal drivers like relationships, recognition, and belonging, tailor approaches to individual preferences, communicate the why behind policies, and use iterative, data-informed experiments rather than relying solely on expensive tech solutions.
What 250 Million Data Points Reveal About Happiness at Work - Interview with Matt Phelan; co-founder of The Happiness Index
Q: What changed this year that allowed you to publish the Global Workplace Happiness Report now, after years of work?
A combination of moving from a perfection mindset to releasing the flywheel-driven workflow, validating ideas through discussion and iteration, and recognizing that the conversation itself drives value even when every data point isn't perfected yet.
How To Be Happy 2025 Wrapped
Q: What are your top five tools for developing happiness, and why?
They include the Feelings Wheel for emotional labeling, vocal journaling via Otter for externalizing thoughts, daily movement with flexible goals, structured routines with top three non-negotiables, and I-statements for healthier communication in relationships; they also value a clear plan, supportive community, and access to coaching or therapy.
How To Be Happy 2025 Wrapped
Q: What tangible steps or practices have you adopted in the last three months to prioritize self-care and well-being?
Ami describes accountability via group challenges, routine like regular Pilates, mindful transitions between work and home, and rituals such as short daily walks to re-anchor presence with family; Declan emphasizes journaling, moving the body, and checking in with himself and his 'three things' framework to sustain energy and mood.
How Andy Danesi Re-Prioritised His Life for Happiness
Q: What were the poke, push, and punch moments that led to this transition and how did life test your resolve?
The poke came from long hours at work and the realization that time with family was slipping away; the push involved the opportunity to travel during COVID and work remotely, and the punch was the temporary layoff that forced the final decision to move to full-time RV life, tested by adjusting to a new routine and financial realities.

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A practical, evidence-based deep-dive into happiness, mindset, and personal growth. Episodes blend host-led frameworks with expert guests—from happiness coaches to parenting and mental health authorities—covering topics like autonomy at work, habit formation, burnout, emotional regulation, and meaningful social connection. There's a strong emphasis on actionable steps, coaching tools, and programs offered by the host's organization, making it useful for listeners seeking structured growth paths or leaders aiming to cultivate happier, more engaged teams. A notable pattern is the recurring mix of solo teaching, interviews with practitioners, and listener Q&A that translates research into everyday practices.

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2. Matt Phelan
3. Declan Edwards
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5. Jeni Cooper
6. Ami Rankin
7. Paul Watkins
8. Andy Danesi

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