The Habit Lab

Jenna Zint
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Welcome to The Habit Lab, the podcast hosted by habit coach and teacher, Jenna Zint. This podcast explores the  mysteries of human behavior, sharing actionable insights and practical tips to help you understand your habits better and make positive changes in your life. Jenna combines her faith in Jesus with her deep understanding of the sustainable, life-changing power of offensively small habits.If you want more, check out Jenna's 10-week Habit Lab Mastery Course at TheHabitLab.orgIf you've enjoyed our podcasts, would you consider financially supporting the show?We set-up a secure way for you to do that. This helps the Zints to continue to be able to prioritize making content for you! We appreciate it so much!http://patreon.com/TheHabitLab

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Episode 89: Holy Spirit = the cheat sheet to habits that self help doesn't have

    There’s a way of building habits that feels heavy… and there’s a way that feels like partnership. In this episode, I’m sharing what it looks like to build habits with the Holy Spirit—where you don’t have to strive, guess, or overhaul your entire life overnight. Instead, you can:  Ask for wisdom  Start small  Stay consistent  And trust God to multiply what you bring Because the truth is, your effort was never meant to be enough on its own. If you’re craving sustainable change, deeper formation, and a way forward that actually feels aligned with your faith, this conversation will meet you right where you are. The Kids Jesus Habits Podcast Episode Jenna mentions. Bible Bags: Jenna's kids love --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    23 min

  2. 6 APR

    Episode 88: How-to Start a Discipleship Group for kids

    Your kid has friends. They might even go to youth group. But there’s still this quiet question: Who is actually helping shape their character? Because middle school gets loud. And while church and youth group matter… they can’t carry the full weight of discipleship, life skills, and identity. And if you’re honest— trying to do all of that by yourself as a parent feels… like a lot. 👉 CLICK here for the checklist to start a discipleship group In this episode, Jenna Zint sits down with her friend Brandi Haskins to talk about a different approach: What if you didn’t do this alone? What if you built a small village of trusted moms who are intentionally shaping their girls together? We talk about what that actually looks like in real life— not overwhelming, not hyper-spiritual, not another thing to do perfectly… Just a simple, consistent space where girls: – build real relationships with safe adults – learn how to walk with God in everyday life – grow in confidence, character, and connection This isn’t about raising perfect kids. It’s about creating an environment where they’re known, guided, and grounded—especially in the years where it matters most. If you’ve been wishing for more support, more intentionality, or just a plan that feels doable… this conversation will give you a place to start.   Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    50 min

  3. 25 MAR

    Friendship Files #7- Staying at the Table When You’re Hurt

    In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most common sources of pain in friendship: disappointment & misunderstandings. Not blatant betrayal. Not obvious sin. But the everyday moments where expectations don’t match reality… and something in you feels hurt, unseen, or misunderstood. Most relational tension isn’t as dramatic as we make it. It’s often disappointment + misunderstanding working together. So what do you do when someone doesn’t show up the way you hoped? When you feel the gap between what you expected and what actually happened? In this episode, we’re unpacking how to: • recognize disappointment before it turns into offense • separate what actually happened from the story you’re telling • stay emotionally steady when you feel misunderstood • have honest conversations without over-explaining • hold both disappointment and compassion at the same time Because maturity in friendship isn’t avoiding disappointment— it’s learning how to metabolize it and stay connected anyway. If you’ve ever felt hurt in a relationship but didn’t want to walk away, this episode will give you language, perspective, and practical steps to grow your capacity. Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    1hr 1min

  4. 5 MAR

    Friendship Files #6: Boundaries That Protect Connection

    Most people picture boundaries like walls—something harsh that shuts people out. But what if boundaries are actually edits that protect generosity so love can last? In this episode, Jenna reframes boundaries through the lens of habit coaching: just like we edit habits to make them sustainable, we sometimes need to edit our generosity and relational rhythms so they don’t collapse under resentment. When generosity stretches beyond our honest capacity, bitterness often begins to grow quietly in the background. Healthy boundaries aren’t meant to punish people—they’re meant to protect connection. You’ll hear about: • Why resentment often reveals a crossed value or an unspoken limit • Why boundaries are better understood as edits to your “yes” • Signs you may need a boundary adjustment in a relationship • How to offer the yes you actually have instead of shutting people down Healthy boundaries don’t shrink your world—they help keep generosity joyful and relationships sustainable. Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    42 min

  5. 5 FEB

    Friendship Files #5- Diversify your friend group

    Ever notice how easy it is to curate a friend group that looks and thinks just like you? We’re flipping that script.  I share how a single question about my guest list sparked a full rethink of community, why Jesus’ meals are the model for modern friendship, and how widening the table reshaped my heart more than any book, retreat, or productivity hack ever could. We unpack the shift from distant charity to real proximity—the kind that invites the widow, the single parent, the awkward talker, and the person with fewer resources into our actual routines.  I talk candidly about the social cost of diversity, the temptation to protect “the vibe,” and the moment I realized people aren’t projects; they’re image-bearers worthy of attention, not just an invite.  Expect practical language for humility, how to treat triggers as teachers, and simple ways to calm your nervous system so you can stay present without fixing, rescuing, or controlling. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect life-stage match before investing in friendship, it might be idealism keeping you lonely.  Boundaries still matter, but love asks for a bigger table—one that looks less curated and more like the kingdom.  You’ll leave with grounded questions to audit your circle, steps to invite difference into your week, and fresh courage to trade comfort for connection.  Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    55 min

  6. 16 JAN

    Friendship Files #4- Different Flavors of Friendship

    Friendship Files #4 — Different Flavors of Friendship Why do some friendships feel easy… and others feel confusing or painful—even when there’s real care? In this episode, we unpack the idea that friendship isn’t one-size-fits-all. People connect in different “flavors”—and when we turn our personal preference into the standard, difference starts to feel like rejection. We talk about common contrasts like: Frequent texter vs. periodic connectorFast-paced life vs. slow-paced lifeOne-on-one vs. group connectionTalker vs. doerSpontaneous vs. plannedYou’ll learn how pain quietly turns into story, and story turns into judgment—and how to separate personality from personal so you don’t turn difference into a verdict. This episode will help you: Name your own flavor of friendshipUnderstand others without moralizing styleAdjust expectations without shrinking your needsReceive love in more than one formDifferent doesn’t mean distant. Different doesn’t mean careless. Sometimes it just means… they’re a different flavor than you. Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    59 min

  7. 13/11/2025

    Friendship Files #3-Lose Your Rejection Button

    What if you could lose your rejection button? That little trigger that lights up when someone’s cold, distracted, or you don't get invited. Here’s the truth:  you don’t have to mirror their mood.   You can stay kind, grounded, and unshaken —  because who you are isn’t up for negotiation. When your identity is built on Jesus — not on people’s reactions —  you stop waiting to feel seen before showing up with love. 🎙️ Friendship Files: “Lose Your Rejection Button” → How to stay steady when others are off. → How to lead with mercy instead of offense. → How to show up full instead of waiting to be filled. Because rejection can’t hit a button that no longer exists. Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    53 min

  8. 22/10/2025

    Friendship Files #2: The Lie of Overwhelm

    Overwhelm loves to sound wise. It tells us to cut back, protect our energy, and press pause on “nonessentials.” But when friendship gets labeled as optional, we lose the very support that carries us through demanding seasons. In this second installment of the Friendship Files, Jenna Zint digs into the quiet lie that says, “I have nothing to give,” and shows how that belief isolates us right when we most need people, perspective, and prayer. We explore how growth—new jobs, new babies, new ministries—creates a learning curve that feels like chronic strain. Instead of defaulting to all-or-nothing, Jenna offers a practical reframe: match your friendship habits to your real capacity. Maybe the weekly dinner becomes a monthly park hour. Maybe the two-hour coffee turns into a five-minute voice memo. Those “offensively small” habits keep love flowing and keep you tethered to community. Along the way, we unpack scarcity thinking, how absolutes reveal fear running the show, and why staying near others right-sizes our stress. Friendship isn’t a bonus for calm seasons; it’s essential nourishment for turbulent ones. Jenna also names a common trap: stale survival patterns that linger after the crisis has passed. If your season has shifted, your habits may need to shift too. Try a 10 percent edit to reflect regained margin. And for those wrestling with the tension between loving your family and loving your neighbor, Jenna points to a better economy: those who refresh others are refreshed. Even two coins count. Small, steady investments in connection will not bankrupt you; they’ll replenish you with strength, joy, and perspective. If you’re tired of shrinking your world to “what’s manageable,” this conversation is your gentle nudge to re-open the door, even just a crack. Press play, then try one tiny reach-out today. If this helped, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a quick review to tell us your 10 percent tweak. Our Pre-Marriage E-course is like coaching from your couch.  What’s inside? ✅ 6 bite-sized video sessions (30 min each) ✅ 50-page workbook to guide real conversations ✅ Topics on communication, conflict, intimacy, money & more Don’t just plan your wedding—prepare for your marriage! ➡️ Buy the course  [click here] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

    27 min
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Welcome to The Habit Lab, the podcast hosted by habit coach and teacher, Jenna Zint. This podcast explores the  mysteries of human behavior, sharing actionable insights and practical tips to help you understand your habits better and make positive changes in your life. Jenna combines her faith in Jesus with her deep understanding of the sustainable, life-changing power of offensively small habits.If you want more, check out Jenna's 10-week Habit Lab Mastery Course at TheHabitLab.orgIf you've enjoyed our podcasts, would you consider financially supporting the show?We set-up a secure way for you to do that. This helps the Zints to continue to be able to prioritize making content for you! We appreciate it so much!http://patreon.com/TheHabitLab

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  • Creator
    Jenna Zint
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    88
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Habit Lab
  • Show Website
    The Habit Lab

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