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

Treena Innes, Fun Expert
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You feeling your life has lost its spark, excitement & energy? Are you worried that you can't remember the last time you actually had fun, or a good belly laugh? And maybe lost your way on how to have fun anymore? Good news. Fun, laughter and play are all re-trainable. Every 2 weeks this podcast is your guide to easy, practical learnings on how to put that fun spice back in your life. Tune in to learn how to build daily fun habits in your life to boost energy, ease stress, and live more vibrantly. Backed by science, packed with stories—you’ll walk away finding your fun again.

  1. 5d ago

    3 Ways Women over 40 can find their Fun Experiences

    Are you stuck in the same old, same old—work, responsibilities, errands, dinner, Netflix, phone, bed…repeat? Maybe you know you need something different, but you're too busy, too tired—or you don't even know what would be fun anymore. This episode of The Finding Fun Experiment is your nudge to get out of autopilot and intentionally put something into your life that makes you feel curious, excited, energized and ALIVE. Because a Fun Experience doesn't have to be a big vacation or extravagant adventure. It can simply be something you choose because YOU want to experience it. 🔥 1. Why Fun Experiences are good for your well-being.Discover the science behind enjoyable experiences—and why making room for enjoyment isn't frivolous. Research has linked enjoyable leisure activities with greater life satisfaction, positive emotions and engagement in life, as well as indicators of physical well-being. 🔥 2. How to actually FIND Fun Experiences.Don't know what you'd do even if you had the time? I'll give you 3 practical ways to find new experiences—from borrowing ideas from your friends to searching what's happening around you and discovering groups filled with women looking for new experiences too. 🔥 3. How to find YOUR kind of fun.Your Fun Experience doesn't need to look like anyone else's. I'll show you how to follow that little “fire in your belly” feeling—the curiosity, anticipation, excitement or even nervousness that tells you: Ooooooh…this could be FUN. This week, choose ONE Fun Experience. It has to pass three tests: You WANT to do it.You don't HAVE to do it.It gives you a little fire in your belly. 🔥 Book it. Put it on your calendar. Don't overthink it. Then notice: How did you feel before? During? After? Because maybe you don't need to wait for life to become less busy. ***Want more ideas for bringing fun, laughter, joy and vibrancy into your life? Visit Mind Doodles and sign up for Treena’s monthly newsletter for more fun-filled inspiration. ⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠ *** 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

  2. Aug 27

    Women in the Sandwich Generation Need Fun, Not Another To-Do List

    Are you feeling squished in the middle of your life? Maybe you’re raising children, supporting aging parents, managing a career, keeping a household running, maintaining relationships—and somehow trying to look after yourself somewhere in the middle of it all. Welcome to the Sandwich Generation. But what if the answer isn’t another productivity hack, better time-management system or longer to-do list? What if you need more fun, joy, spontaneity and time for yourself? In this episode of The Finding Fun Experiment, Treena Innes talks with Kim O’Hara, founder of Delicious Life, about why women so often put their own joy last—and how small acts of self-kindness, fun and “deliciousness” can help you reconnect with yourself. Why women in the Sandwich Generation can feel trapped between everyone else’s needs Why your own joy and fun so often end up at the bottom of the list How being “in charge” can become part of your identity Kim describes a delicious life as making space for the things you know you want to do but continually put on the back burner. It might not be a major trip or dramatic life change. It could be riding your bike, reading a book, planting flowers, going to the beach, meeting a friend, singing in the car—or simply doing something because it sounds fun. The point is to stop waiting for the “right” time. What if you gave yourself permission to enjoy your life while you are still in the middle of it? Kim shares three practical starting points: 1. Take a breath. Stop. Inhale. Exhale. Give yourself a moment to reset. 2. Look up at the sky. Step outside your immediate responsibilities and get some perspective. Ask yourself: Does this really need to happen right now? 3. Reconsider your relationship with time. Look at your calendar and notice what is filling every available space. What could you delete, postpone, delegate or simply stop doing? Sometimes you simply need permission to make yourself part of your own life again. What have you been putting on the back burner? What would feel delicious to you right now? Where could you create a little more space in your calendar? And perhaps the biggest question: If not now, when? If you’re a woman in the Sandwich Generation, constantly taking care of everyone else and wondering where you went, this episode is your reminder that your joy matters too. You don’t have to escape your responsibilities to have more fun. You can find little pockets of joy, play, pleasure and spontaneity right in the middle of your real life. Because sometimes the way through the sandwich is to add a little more fun. And maybe a little more deliciousness too. Want more ideas for bringing fun, laughter, joy and vibrancy into your life? Visit Mind Doodles and sign up for Treena’s monthly newsletter for more fun-filled inspiration. www.minddoodles.ca *** Thank you to our special guest. Kim O'Hara wants you to live a Delicious Life™. Her book Live Your Delicious Life: A Joyful Guide to Random Acts of Self-Kindness is for the woman doing everything for everyone else all the time without a second for herself (release date 2027). Her podcast This Delicious Life™ is for women seeking tips to have more agency over their time and joy. https://liveyourdeliciouslife.com/ *** 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

    Women in the Sandwich Generation Need Fun, Not Another To-Do List

  3. Aug 13

    Why Letting Yourself Be Celebrated Could Help You Feel More Alive

    Do you ever wonder, “How do I have more fun in my life?” or “How can I laugh more and feel more like myself again?” The answer might begin somewhere unexpected: Let yourself be celebrated. ❤️ If you’re the person who plans everyone else’s birthdays, organizes the gatherings, cheers everyone else on—and then says “Oh no, don’t make a fuss over me” when it’s your turn—you are not alone. In this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, Treena Innes explores why so many women have a hard time being the centre of attention, receiving appreciation or allowing the people they love to celebrate them. And more importantly—what might we be missing when we continually say no? What if being celebrated isn’t about ego at all? What if it’s actually part of our Fun Health? ✨ Why being celebrated can create powerful feelings of connection, belonging and appreciation ✨ Why some women find it much easier to give than receive ✨ How decades of being the responsible one, the helper, the nurturer and the organizer can make receiving attention feel uncomfortable ✨ How constantly saying “Don’t make a fuss over me” may mean missing opportunities to feel seen, valued and connected The big idea? Being celebrated may be one more way to bring more fun, laughter, connection and aliveness into your life. When we make fun, laughter and play a must-have instead of a nice-to-have, life can feel brighter, lighter and healthier. Take one step toward allowing yourself to be celebrated this week. Let someone make a fuss over you. Celebrate a milestone you normally would have brushed aside. Plan your own birthday gathering. Or gather your favourite people together simply because you are alive and your life matters. Then notice how you feel afterward. A day later. A month later. Maybe even years later. You might discover that celebration isn't something you need to avoid—it might be one of the experiences that helps you reconnect with joy, laughter, belonging and the sparkly version of YOU. how to have more fun in my life • how to laugh more • how to enjoy life again • how to feel more alive • how to bring joy back into your life • fun and wellness • benefits of laughter and play • women and fun • finding yourself again • social connection and wellness • how to be happier in midlife …this episode is for you. *** Want more ideas for bringing fun, laughter, joy and vibrancy into your life? Visit Mind Doodles and sign up for Treena’s monthly newsletter for more fun-filled inspiration. ⁠www.minddoodles.ca 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

  4. Jul 31

    How to Have More Fun? Unblock Your “Fun Chakra.”

    Have you ever wondered why having fun feels effortless during some seasons of life—and nearly impossible during others? Maybe you feel tired, stressed or disconnected. Perhaps you have slipped into survival mode and no longer feel like the vibrant, playful version of yourself you remember. But what if your struggle to experience joy has less to do with your schedule—and more to do with your energy? In this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, Treena Innes sits down with Amy Lipton, Reiki Master, teacher, sound bath practitioner and spiritual mentor, to explore the surprising connection between your chakras and your ability to experience pleasure, creativity, playfulness and aliveness. Amy introduces us to the sacral chakra, often associated with creativity, pleasure, passion and joy—otherwise known in this conversation as your “fun zone.” Even when the chakra world feels a little “woo-woo,” the practices in this episode are simple: listen to your body, move your energy, spend time in nature and notice what makes you feel alive. Why adults become professional fun postponers How responsibility and conditioning can disconnect women from play The connection between the sacral chakra, creativity, pleasure and joy Amy Lipton is a Reiki Master, teacher, sound bath practitioner and spiritual mentor who loves helping people explore the lighter, more playful side of spiritual wellness. Connect with Amy: Website: https://seasidereikiroom.ca/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seaside_reiki_room/ Ready to learn how to have more fun and bring more laughter, play and joy into your life? Visit www.minddoodles.ca to explore Treena’s programs, workshops, speaking and practical Fun Health tools by signing up to her monthly news. Subscribe to the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast so you never miss an episode designed to help you live brighter, feel lighter and become healthier—one fun experiment at a time. *** 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

  5. Jul 16

    Why We Stop Playing and Having Fun With Friends—and How to Start Again

    🎧 This listen if for you, if you want to have more fun with your friends. How many times have you said: “We really need to get together.” “Let’s plan something soon.” “I miss you—it has been way too long.” And then…nothing happens. Weeks become months. Months become years. One day, you are scrolling through old photos and remembering the dance parties, camping trips, beach bonfires, coffee dates, yoga classes, farmers’ markets, ballgames and belly laughs you used to share with your friends. You miss those moments—and you miss how they made you feel. Life gets busy. Calendars fill with work, errands, appointments and responsibilities. Time with friends can start to feel like a luxury instead of an essential part of our health and happiness. But growing older is not what steals our fun. It is allowing friendship, laughter and play to continuously fall to the bottom of the list that can make us feel old, disconnected and depleted. In this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, Treena shares why spending time having fun with friends is one of the healthiest habits we can build—and three simple ways to make friendship fun a regular part of life again. Why friendship and fun deserve a protected place on your calendar Why we protect appointments like haircuts but easily cancel time with friends Three practical strategies to stop saying, “We need to get together,” and actually make it happen

    Why We Stop Playing and Having Fun With Friends—and How to Start Again

  6. Jul 2

    Prescribing Fun: The Secret Hormone Boost for Wellness and Joy for Women over 40.

    Are Hormones Really Stealing and Blocking Your Fun?Have you hit your 40s and 50s and heard yourself say: "I don't feel like myself anymore.""I've lost my spark.""Nothing sounds fun anymore." But is that just life? Or could hormones be playing a bigger role than we realize? Today we're exploring the connection between hormones, joy, energy, and fun with one of my favourite all time humans, Dr. U. I want you to know how prescribing fun might help you sprinkle a little zest back in your life. ❤️ In this episode, Dr. Ursula Luitingh and Treena Innes explore the powerful connection between hormones, fun, and overall well-being in women. Discover how simple, intentional activities can boost hormones naturally, help maintain energy, confidence, and joy, especially during midlife transitions. The impact of hormonal fluctuations on women’s mood, energy, and funPractical ways to incorporate fun and connection into daily life to support hormonal healthThe significance of estrogen, dopamine, and stress hormones in feeling alive and resilientThe importance of making fun a non-negotiable in your wellness routineDr. U shares her personal insights into natural ways to boost dopamine through simple activitiesStrategies for women to normalize menopause and hormonal changes, boosting self-confidence and resilienceHow doctors can prescribe activities like nature walks, creative projects, and social connection as part of health care Join the Mind Doodles community for monthly tools, stories, and science-backed strategies to help you create a brighter, lighter, and healthier life through fun, laughter, and play. *** Want more ideas, tools and tips on how to have more fun in your life? Join my email list! and get monthly tools, stories, and psychology-backed ways to spark joy and live lively: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

    Prescribing Fun: The Secret Hormone Boost for Wellness and Joy for Women over 40.

  7. Jun 18

    Podcasts: The Fun Habit You're Probably Missing

    🎧 Do you wish you had more fun in your life—but feel too busy, tired, or overwhelmed to add one more thing to your schedule? What if one of the easiest ways to add more joy, learning, inspiration, and connection to your day was already sitting in your pocket? In this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, Treena Innes sits down with podcast strategist and podcast discovery expert Arielle Nissenblatt to explore why podcasts may be one of the most overlooked tools for improving your Fun Health. Whether you're already a podcast fan or someone who says, "Podcasts just aren't for me," this conversation may completely change the way you think about audio entertainment and learning. Together, Treena and Arielle unpack how podcasts can transform boring moments into meaningful ones, help you discover new ideas, spark curiosity, build confidence, and even make everyday tasks more enjoyable. 🎙️ Why podcasts can be one of the easiest "fun habits" to add to your life ✨ The surprising reason podcasts create a sense of connection—even with people you've never met 🎧 How to find podcasts you'll actually enjoy listening to Many adults struggle to make time for fun. Between work, family responsibilities, endless to-do lists, and screen fatigue, fun often feels like something we'll get around to "later." But podcasts offer a different approach. They can fit into your existing life—during walks, workouts, commutes, chores, travel, or quiet moments—and turn ordinary time into something more inspiring, entertaining, and meaningful. "Podcasts can turn life's in-between moments into opportunities for learning, laughter, connection, and fun." 🎧 Listen now and discover why podcasts might just become your next favorite fun habit. Explore podcast recommendations and discover your next favorite listen through Arielle's Earbuds Podcast Collective newsletter. https://earbuds.audio/about Join the Mind Doodles community for monthly tools, stories, and science-backed strategies to help you create a brighter, lighter, and healthier life through fun, laughter, and play. *** Want more ideas, tools and tips on how to have more fun in your life? Join my email list! and get monthly tools, stories, and psychology-backed ways to spark joy and live lively: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

    Podcasts: The Fun Habit You're Probably Missing

  8. Jun 4

    How you can plan your travel with more passion, meaning and fun to feel more alive?

    Do you crave more meaningful travel experiences? Have you ever returned from a vacation feeling like you checked all the tourist boxes—but still missed something? What if travel could be more than sightseeing? What if it could help you feel more alive, connected and inspired? In this episode of the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast, host Treena Innes shares her personal Travel Like Treena philosophy and the six travel habits that have transformed the way she explores the world. From backpacking with her teenage son to volunteering in remote villages and discovering hidden gems with local guides, Treena reveals how stepping off the beaten path can become one of the most powerful ways to improve your Fun Health. Whether you're planning your next adventure, dreaming about traveling more intentionally, or simply looking for ways to bring more curiosity and aliveness into your life, this episode will help you rethink what travel can be. ✈️ Why local travel companies often create the most authentic and memorable experiences ❤️ Creative ways to incorporate philanthropy, volunteering, and giving back while traveling 💰 How to travel more affordably through house sitting, work exchanges, and creative accommodation options 🎒 Why Treena swears by a dusty backpack over a rolling suitcase 🗺️ The surprising reason you should spend more time exploring one country instead of rushing through many Travel—especially travel that challenges you to step outside your comfort zone—can reignite curiosity, confidence, wonder, and play. Treena shares how her own adventures across the globe have taught her that the goal isn't simply to visit more places. It's to understand the world more deeply, meet people whose lives are different from your own, and return home with a renewed sense of appreciation for life. "I just want to go where I've not been, so I can have the best understanding of the world before I leave it." Treena, Founder Mind Doodles *** Special Links: I have listed the local companies I have used recently for you to check out at:  https://minddoodles.ca/travel-like-treena/https://www.volunteerhq.org/.   https://www.workaway.info/https://www.homeexchange.com/Follow the Finding Fun Experiment Podcast for more practical tools, inspiring conversations, and fun habits that help you create a brighter, lighter, and healthier life. **** Want more ideas, tools and tips on how to have more fun in your life? Join my email list! and get monthly tools, stories, and psychology-backed ways to spark joy and live lively: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.minddoodles.ca⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🎵 Music by Allstar musicians Per Hoffman and David Hilton Clark Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, helping you have more fun in life or the workplace to benefit your wellness. www.minddoodles.ca treena@minddoodles.ca

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You feeling your life has lost its spark, excitement & energy? Are you worried that you can't remember the last time you actually had fun, or a good belly laugh? And maybe lost your way on how to have fun anymore? Good news. Fun, laughter and play are all re-trainable. Every 2 weeks this podcast is your guide to easy, practical learnings on how to put that fun spice back in your life. Tune in to learn how to build daily fun habits in your life to boost energy, ease stress, and live more vibrantly. Backed by science, packed with stories—you’ll walk away finding your fun again.

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