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Inspiration and ideas for applying the science of wellbeing to your everyday life. Host and Miranda Anderson casually and conversationally shares examples and lessons from her own life as well as some of the latest research from the world of positive psychology. In addition, she lets you in on humorous and engaging stories about living with her husband, three kids, two dogs, two cats, and five chickens in Richmond, Virginia.

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Inspiration and ideas for applying the science of wellbeing to your everyday life. Host and Miranda Anderson casually and conversationally shares examples and lessons from her own life as well as some of the latest research from the world of positive psychology. In addition, she lets you in on humorous and engaging stories about living with her husband, three kids, two dogs, two cats, and five chickens in Richmond, Virginia.

    #295: Anti Racism in Daily Life with Jasmine Bradshaw

    #295: Anti Racism in Daily Life with Jasmine Bradshaw

    It's been a full 4 years since the social reckoning of the summer of 2020, with a clear focus on anti racism and inclusion at the forefront of our lives. What has changed for the better? What has gone backwards? In this Pass the Mic (back in time) episode, I interview Anti Racist Educator Jasmine Bradshaw in the summer of 2020 and learn some tips for incorporating diversity and anti racism into my daily life.
    Listen to Jasmine on the First Name Basis podcast
    Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast
    Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast
    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
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    • 1 hr 32 min
    #294: Being a Self-Assured Mom with Rachel Nielson

    #294: Being a Self-Assured Mom with Rachel Nielson

    How can you both be a mom and be a whole person? How can you ensure your decisions for your family align well with your personal values? In today episode, Motherhood Education Expert Rachel Nielson, host of 3 in 30 Takeaways for Moms podcast tells us about what it means to be a Self-Assured Mom and how we can start working toward it.
    Find Rachel at 3in30podcast.com and listen weekly to her show 3 in 30 podcast!
    Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast
    Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast
    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
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    • 37 min
    #293: Travel Near and Far with Preethi Harbuck

    #293: Travel Near and Far with Preethi Harbuck

    Preethi Harbuck is a travel expert in the truest sense of the word. She has been to over 90 countries, all 50 United States, all 63 National Parks, and many with her SIX children in tow! We recorded this episode about travel back in 2020 when travel was not advisable-- but the principles stand today. Tune in as I pass the mic to Preethi for some travel tips!
    Follow Preethi on Instagram at @localpassportfamily and visit her website at localpassportfamily.com
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    Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast
    Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast
    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
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    • 1 hr 8 min
    #292: Building a Dream with Lydia Ojuka

    #292: Building a Dream with Lydia Ojuka

    I've wanted to design and operate a short-term rental for years...so of course I watch with my jaw on the floor as my long-time friend Lydia Ojuka builds her short-term rental empire. In this pass-the-mic episode, hear all about the process to choosing, designing, and strategizing short-term rental real estate as a career.
    Follow Lydia on Instagram at @lydiakia
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    Book the Oak Grove Cabin HERE
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    Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast
    Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast
    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
    Pick up a copy of MY BOOK
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    • 44 min
    #291: Positive Parenting with Ralphie Jacobs

    #291: Positive Parenting with Ralphie Jacobs

    Back in 2019 I sat down with positive parenting expert and educator Ralphie Jacobs to record and produce her (now bestselling) audio courses. At the end of a couple days of recording I pressed record to ask her a few candid questions about parenting on purpose, and this is what she said!
    Follow Ralphie for parenting tips and ideas at @simplyonpurpose
    Buy the audio courses here
    Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast
    Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast
    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
    Pick up a copy of MY BOOK
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    • 42 min
    #290: Sticky Habits for Women with Monica Packer

    #290: Sticky Habits for Women with Monica Packer

    This week I Pass the Mic to Monica Packer, host of About Progress podcast and creator of the Sticky Habits Intensive for women. Listen in as Monica shares why habits must be built differently if you're a woman, and some tips for getting started.
    Episode Sponsor: Green Chef!! Try GreenChef for 50% off plus 20% off your next month with code PRACTICALLY50
    Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast
    Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda and the show at @practically.happy.podcast
    Get one-on-one coaching with Miranda RIGHT HERE
    Pick up a copy of MY BOOK
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    • 38 min

Customer Reviews

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852 Ratings

852 Ratings

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One of my favorites

I’ve been listening to this podcast for years and I always enjoy Miranda’s perspective. I think she strikes the right balance between aspiration and practicality. And of course I love her adventurous outlook!

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One of my favorites

One of my favorite podcasts to listen to! Such practical advice that has helped me so much in my life. I appreciate your perspective and little tidbits you share on here.

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A friend in my ear

Miranda is a friend in my life, she just doesn’t know it! I appreciate hearing her wisdom, and it feels like having a conversation with a friend.

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