How does happiness show up in your body? How can people tell that you are happy? When I thought about this and observed my behavior (or lack of happiness behavior) I decided to make some changes. I realized that in the past, most happy-making events were a surprise. So, I responded with shock and disbelief. But to the happiness bringer, I must have appeared stoic. If a gift was involved, I’d squirrel it away because it was a precious treasure. But the gift bringer must have t

If you could have it anyway you want for yourself how would that be? When I first heard that sentence I had no idea and I was also pretty sure it wasn’t possible anyway. Life was mostly work and obligations, oh and I wasn’t very happy either. Is that you too? The Happiness Handbook is a witty romp along the path to your own clarity. And when you are all done, it’s a tangible thing that you can hand your sweetie and say “Honey, this is the ultimate guide to the care and feedin

When we last left our story, I was packing up my home, renting it out and hitting the road. Holding fear, excitement, happiness, sorrow, love and the dog all with equal closeness. I'm writing you now from atop a high rise condo on the Las Vegas Strip. My work has brought me here and after weathering my first summer in the desert, I've come to embrace this surprising change! Even my yellow lab is loving strutting the strip each day. The key to this transition for me was this

As I sit at my little bistro table on my patio is sunny, warm California I’m contemplating how to hang on to a bit of happiness in the face of life change stress. I’m about to get up and continue the task of “what goes to Good Will and what moves with me”, sorting a life of accumulated stuff. Some with emotional connections to the event or the giver – somethings are more easy to let go. What of my past life comes with me as I start into this adventure into the unknown? I re

Oooh ahhh….today was my very first radio interview (since I was 16 years old and won a speaking competition). I practiced quite a bit…I slept not the night before (being a night owl…it actually was easier to just stay up all night for an East Coast show) But truth be told…I was wired! Not scared…excited. This is the beginning of the PR push for the holidays so radio and TV appearances are being booked as I sleep! It’s weird putting myself out there. Telling my stories. Le

Had lunch with the new chapter of eWomen Network in Portland Oregon today. What a great group! If you’re an entrepreneur chica in Portland, be sure to check it out. I joined eWomen in SF when I was coming out of my post divorce cocoon. I hadn’t socialized in awhile and I’d lost my mojo. eWomen gave me a safe place to practice my business pitch, get clear about what I needed for my business and…the courage to ask for what I needed. Plus I met many great friends that I still

These are just a few of my summer favorites: The sun on my face Baseball games Swimming Grilling out Margaritas (with the embasis on “s”) Hiking Outdoor live music How about you? Jenn #Happiness

Today I’m writing from beautiful downtown San Francisco where we have the privilege of doing a book singing/signing at the new Calvin Klein Performance. They’ve got great workout clothes – chic and comfy! (Why yes, I am wearing one of the outfits I bought here!) The 2nd floor is a yoga studio with fantastic acoustics. I’ve brought my guitarist along and when I’m not signing, we’re singing and enjoying the great day here. Thanks CKP for hosting us! Jenn #Happiness

Tonight I had my first official book signing in SF at Dana Leslie’s Synergy Mind Body Wellness Studio. It was fun to meet new people and hear their stories. BTW, Dana gives the best massages in SF! Be sure to check her out next time you’re stressed out. You’ll be rocking your happy dance for sure! Thanks Dana! Jenn #Happiness

It’s day 2 of the Book Expo in NYC. There’s soooo many people here and many have been stopping by the booth. This is where book sellers, press, librarians and voracious book readers come to check out the new releases. Today I had a book signing at the big tables (with the well know authors), I was shocked to see a line in front of me….I figured, being a first time author, I’d just have a few. I ran out of books in 20 minutes! I can’t describe how amazing this experience has