Finding Fun Experiment. Cracking the Code to Health and Wellness.

w/ host Treena Innes
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Have you been trying to find or have more fun and laughter in your life? But don't know how, or where to find it? If you are feeling stuck in the “meh” and craving more vibrancy, passion and spark in your life this podcast is your guide to easy, practical tips and learnings on how to put that spice and purpose back in your life. Tune in to hear how people around the world use daily fun habits to boost energy, ease stress, and live more vibrantly. Backed by science, packed with stories—you’ll walk away learning how to bring your sparkle back and your Fun Health back on track.

  1. 5D AGO

    019: Fun or Not Fun? Why YOU Love Dressing Up for Halloween — or you Don’t

    Ever wonder why some adults can’t wait to dress up for Halloween while others avoid the costume party altogether? In this episode of The Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, Treena digs into what costumes reveal about our personalities, our “fun wiring,” and even our health. We explore the science, psychology, and play behind Halloween—because whether you’re team witch hat or team no thanks, there’s a reason behind your reaction. ✨ The Science of Play: Learn how your Play Personality (based on Dr. Stuart Brown’s National Institute for Play research) determines whether costumes feel exciting or exhausting. 🧠 The Psychology of Fun: Discover why some people thrive on self-expression while others feel awkward or self-conscious—and how stress and burnout can drain our capacity for play. 🌈 The Fun Health Reframe: See how honouring your own style of fun—whether that’s full-on costumes, cozy pumpkin soup, or skipping it all—can boost mood, resilience, and energy. 💡 Fun Fact:Only about 1 in 3 adults plan to dress up this year—and of those, only 1 in 3 say they actually enjoy picking a costume.The top three adult choices? Witch, Vampire, and Cat. Treena also shares her own take on the “Fun or Not Fun” debate—and a costume theme that might surprise you. Because fun isn’t frivolous—it’s fuel for your health, vitality, and joy. 💌 Join the Global FUN Movement:Get stories, tools, and tips to live lively by joining the email list www.minddoodles.ca 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark 👉 Follow on Apple & Spotify for more weekly tools to help you crack the code to health, wellness, and FUN.

    11 min

  2. OCT 23

    018: Finding YOUR Fun Fix Session: Ask me Anything (well, almost). "I feel guilty, when I am not productive""

    Do you ever feel guilty for not being productive? Like if you’re not doing, you’re somehow failing? In this week’s Ask Me Anything: Finding Your Fun Fix session, Treena sits down with Shelly — a mom of two newly launched college kids — who’s stepping into the world of empty nesting and trying to rediscover her kind of fun… guilt-free. Together, they talk about the invisible weight that many women carry in this stage of life — the constant doing, caregiving, and achieving — and how that can push fun to the very bottom of the to-do list. ✨ How to prioritize fun (and let go of the guilt that comes with it) 📋 How “tick-boxers” can turn their productivity habits into tools for fun 💡 Why fun isn’t frivolous — it’s fundamental to mental and physical wellness Shelly shares how she’s learning to replace her daily checklist with moments of joy — from starting a Fun Board to launching a 30-day photo project that helps her see beauty in her new phase of life. Treena reminds us that if fun came in a pill, we’d all take it daily. It boosts our mood, strengthens resilience, balances hormones, and even helps us sleep and digest better. Fun doesn’t erase your responsibilities — it helps you carry them better. When you make fun a daily habit and a true priority, you don’t just lift yourself up — you lift the world around you. Thank you to the lovely Shelly Niehaus for sharing her quest for finding FUN in in her life and host of Midlife Made Simple: Faith and Purpose for Christian Women. This is a podcast for women 40+ navigating midlife transitions—from empty nest and caring for aging parents to menopause, reinvention, and beyond. Host Shelly Niehaus offers faith-based encouragement, practical tools, and soulful strategies to help you rediscover your identity, simplify life, and find purpose in this season. If this speaks to you, have a listen! https://open.spotify.com/show/1se1r8xUZofKtPjx128HNw?si=c587d525a31242e1 *** ✉️ Get more stories, tips + tools on building fun habits right to your inbox → ⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠ 🚀 Ready for a deeper dive? Join my Fun Formula Program (14-day kickstart or 90-day coaching) → email me at ⁠treena@minddoodles.ca⁠ 🌍 Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that fun is a must-have, not a nice-to-have 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark 👉 Follow on Apple & Spotify for more weekly tools to help you crack the code to health, wellness, and FUN.

    21 min

  3. OCT 16

    017: Do you know what you like to do for FUN? But still not having it? Listen to this.

    Do you know what lights you up—what brings you joy and gives you energy—but still find yourself not laughing or having fun every day? Or not as much as you want? Or as much as you should? You’re not alone. We all feel better when fun is part of our daily lives. Life feels clearer. Brighter. More vibrant and full. ✨ If you’re ready to learn how to make fun a habit and build more energy, passion, and vibrancy into your everyday life, then this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast is for you. How to reflect on your Living Lively Vision and align it with what actually energizes you The role of “anti-fun” (yes, it’s real!) and how to avoid the activities that drain you Simple reflection practices to help you do more of what sparks joy and less of what makes you feel “meh” This is Session 5 in my 10-part Finding Fun Formula Program, designed to help you go from blah + meh to woo-hoo! Hit Episode #3, #6, #7, and #16 to follow the step-by-step program. Fun isn’t frivolous—it’s fuel. Science shows fun improves mental health, lowers stress, boosts creativity, and enhances performance. When you consistently align your life with your Fun Personality, you don’t just feel better—you become more vibrant, energized, and connected. ✉️ Get weekly tips + tools on building fun habits → www.minddoodles.ca 🚀 Ready for a deeper dive? Join my Fun Formula Program (14-day kickstart or 90-day coaching) → email me at treena@minddoodles.ca 🌍 Share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that fun is a must-have, not a nice-to-have 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark 👉 Follow on Apple & Spotify for more weekly tools to help you crack the code to health, wellness, and FUN. Because when you make fun a daily habit, the world doesn’t just look brighter—you feel brighter.

    11 min

  4. OCT 9

    016: You missing your FUN personality? And want to know how to get it back?

    How many times have you ended your day thinking it was missing excitement, sparkle, or pizzazz? Maybe you were too tired… maybe it was the same old routine… but deep down you wished it felt different. What if the answer was as simple as understanding what actually amps you up—your Fun Personality? In this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, I, Treena Innes—Your Life Fun Expert—walk you through the 4 unique Fun Personality Types and show you how knowing your type can transform your daily energy, passion, and vibrancy. If you need to, head back to episode #3, #6 and #7 to follow the step-by-step program. This is Session 4 in my 10-part Finding Fun Formula Program, designed to help you shift from blah + meh to woo-hoo! ✨ In this episode, you’ll discover: The 4 Fun Personality Types: The Enthusiast, The Pathfinder, The Free Spirit, and The Socializer Take the Fun Calculator Here: https://michaelrucker.com/having-fun/fun-type-calculator/ How each type experiences joy, laughter, and play differently Reflection prompts to help you realign your daily life with your Fun Personality 💛 Keep the fun going: Sign up at www.minddoodles.ca for weekly tips, tools, and inspiration on making fun a daily habit Ready for your own finding fun in your life journey? I offer a 14-day kickstart and a 90-day program—email me at treena@minddoodles.ca to learn more Share this episode with someone who could use a reminder that fun is fuel for life! 🎵 Music credit: Special thanks to Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark for their lively, joy-filled tunes. 👉 Follow the podcast on Apple and Spotify so you don’t miss future episodes. Together, let’s crack the code to health, wellness, and FUN—because the world is brighter, lighter, and healthier when we all make fun a priority. Thank you to Dr. Mike Rucker, author of The Fun Habit who teaches us the science why fun habits are good for us. https://michaelrucker.com/

    14 min

  5. OCT 2

    015: Finding YOUR Fun Fix Session. Ask me Anything! (well, almost). "How do I get my fun to flow effortlessly?"

    In this special Ask Me Anything edition of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, I sit down with Tara—a mom of two teenagers, at a career crossroads, and ready to reignite her spark. Like so many of us, Tara found herself needing more fun, laughter, and play woven into her daily life. Together, we dive into her personal Finding Your Fun Fix Session, where I guide her through tools from my Living Lively Framework—including the power of saying “Why Not?” to the fun that lights her up, and “Why” to the things that drain her energy. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: How to uncover your authentic vision for fun and make it effortless Practical strategies to break down roadblocks and laugh more every day How one woman’s journey can inspire YOU to start your own fun reset If Tara’s story resonates with you, imagine what your own Fun Formula Program could unlock. You don’t have to figure it out alone—sometimes you just need a little spark, a little guidance, and a whole lot of laughter. 👉 Inquiry about your own 14-day or 90-day Fun Formula Program here: https://minddoodles.ca/fun-formula/ Heartfelt thank you for Tara for sharing her FUN journey with you and being part of the global Fun Movement. 💛Share with someone who could use this living lively inspiration today. FOLLOW and keep downloading for more FUN inspiration in your life. For a deeper dive on finding more FUN in your life or organization, sign up for my emails that will give you tools, tips and tricks on finding fun right to your inbox: ⁠⁠⁠CLICK here for more ideas to find fun in your life. ⁠⁠⁠ 🎉 Thank YOU for being part of the FUN Movement, inspiring a world to make fun a must-have, not a nice-to-have. Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert Teaching people and organizations how to make fun a habit in their lives or workplaces to improve their wellness, performance and vibrancy. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed the music on this episode from Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark check more of their ⁠⁠⁠lively tunes here⁠⁠⁠. 🎵

    30 min

  6. SEP 26

    014: Women over 50! You need to know this. Why Fun Rules Change at this Age.

    Are you thinking you have to re-define what fun looks like after 50? You are not wrong. But maybe it really isn't about re-defining fun, but re-setting your own expectations on fun after 50. This episode explores the evolving nature of fun and life after 50, featuring insights from three vibrant women at different stages of their lives making FUN rules after 50. The conversation delves into personal experiences, challenges, and the importance of self-awareness and communication in maintaining a vibrant life. Your take-aways are learning: 1) How to get hungry for fun 2) Prioritizing fun at this age could be harder 3) Just say "yes" and figure out how to make it happen *** 💛Share with someone who could use this living lively inspiration today. FOLLOW and keep downloading for more tools and tips to finding more fun in your life. For a deeper dive on finding more FUN in your life or organization, sign up for my emails that will give you tools, tips and tricks on finding fun right to your inbox: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK here for more ideas to find fun in your life. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎉 Thank YOU for being part of the FUN Movement, inspiring a world to make fun a must-have, not a nice-to-have. Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert Teaching people and organizations how to make fun a habit in their lives or workplaces to improve their wellness, performance and vibrancy. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed the music on this episode from Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark check more of their ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lively tunes here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. 🎵 Thank you to sponsor Marc Cordon aka wing man who is all things helping change makers make impact in this world www.joyrevolution.com

    43 min

  7. SEP 19

    013: Finding FUN Quickie: Reignite Your Spark: Two Simple Tools to Feel Alive Again

    Ever feel like you’ve lost your spark? And you really want it back! You’re not alone—so many of us get stuck here regularly. But here’s the good news: your spark isn’t gone… it just needs a little fuel. In this episode of The Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, host Treena Innes shares two simple, science-backed tools that can instantly shift your energy and bring back your zest for life. ✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode: How random acts of kindness not only boost your mood but also inspire ripple effects of positivity Why sharing kindness stories multiplies the joy for both giver and receiver The science of music + dopamine and why upbeat tunes can change your state in minutes How to create a “morning playlist ritual” that sets the tone for your entire day 💡 These aren’t lofty ideas. They’re practical tools you can try today to feel more alive, connected, and vibrant. *** 💛Share with someone who could use this living lively inspiration today. FOLLOW and keep downloading for more tools and tips to finding more fun in your life. For a deeper dive on finding more FUN in your life or organization, sign up for my emails that will give you tools, tips and tricks on finding fun right to your inbox: ⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK here for more ideas to find fun in your life. ⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎉 Thank YOU for being part of the FUN Movement, inspiring a world to make fun a must-have, not a nice-to-have. Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert Teaching people and organizations how to make fun a habit in their lives or workplaces to improve their wellness, performance and vibrancy. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed the music on this episode from Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark check more of their ⁠⁠⁠⁠lively tunes here⁠⁠⁠⁠. 🎵

    11 min

  8. SEP 12

    012: Finding FUN Quickie: How a “Life Exit” Break can be just what you need to liven you up.

    “I feel my days are on a rinse and repeat cycle – of the same ole, same ole” “I am no longer feeling excited regularly – and I really miss that feeling” “I am worried that I am in a rut, that I can’t seem to get out of” Is this all sounding familiar?       Or you are fighting hard to not have it be familiar? In this Fun Quickie episode, I’m diving into the power of what I call a “life exit”—stepping away from the motherload of demands to reset your energy, creativity, and zest for life. I’ve just returned from Europe and can feel the difference in every part of me—more clarity, more fire in my belly, more creativity buzzing through my veins. And here’s the thing: these exits don’t have to be epic vacations. They can be small, intentional breaks woven into your week. Science shows that stepping out of routine and detaching from daily stressors can: Boost overall well-being by 20%–40% immediately after the break Increase vitality by 20%–30% after just one play day Improve mood by 65% and energy by 35% Life exits don’t have to be dramatic. Try: Weekly play rituals → Saturday play days, community classes, or even a spontaneous YES day Midweek resets → No-tech Wednesday nights, reading at a café, or unplugging from social media Seasonal getaways → A vacation or mini break to recharge more deeply The key is to break the routine and build in psychological detachment. Detachment – mentally switching off from work and pressures Relaxation – letting your body and mind recharge Mastery – learning or trying something new Control – choosing how you spend your time When you combine these, you create a powerful formula for re-energizing your life. *** 💛Share with someone who could use this living lively inspiration today. FOLLOW and keep downloading for more tools and tips to finding more fun in your life. For a deeper dive on finding more FUN in your life or organization, sign up for my emails that will give you tools, tips and tricks on finding fun right to your inbox: ⁠⁠⁠CLICK here for more ideas to find fun in your life. ⁠⁠⁠ 🎉 Thank YOU for being part of the FUN Movement, inspiring a world to make fun a must-have, not a nice-to-have. Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert Teaching people and organizations how to make fun a habit in their lives or workplaces to improve their wellness, performance and vibrancy. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed the music on this episode from Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark check more of their ⁠⁠⁠lively tunes here⁠⁠⁠. 🎵

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Have you been trying to find or have more fun and laughter in your life? But don't know how, or where to find it? If you are feeling stuck in the “meh” and craving more vibrancy, passion and spark in your life this podcast is your guide to easy, practical tips and learnings on how to put that spice and purpose back in your life. Tune in to hear how people around the world use daily fun habits to boost energy, ease stress, and live more vibrantly. Backed by science, packed with stories—you’ll walk away learning how to bring your sparkle back and your Fun Health back on track.

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