The Body-Mind Shortcut to Happiness: Janice Kaplan on Gratitude, Stress & Joy

Episode 65 • 18th September 2025 • Core Happiness • Core Happiness, LLC

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Can your body lead the way to happiness—even before your mind catches up?

In this inspiring conversation, bestselling author, journalist, and former Parade editor-in-chief Janice Kaplan joins us to explore the real science behind happiness, gratitude, and the body-mind connection.

We revisit the powerful lessons from her global bestseller The Gratitude Diaries, where a year of intentional appreciation reshaped her marriage, mindset, and meaning. Then, Janice takes us inside her newest book What Your Body Knows About Happiness—where posture, soft chairs, gentle movement, and even the warmth of your coffee mug prove that your body is already wired for joy.

You’ll learn:

- How gratitude changes the brain and relationships

- Why emotions begin in the body, not just the mind

- Myths about venting, exercise, and “blowing off steam”

- The surprising science of happiness, posture & space

- 4 easy ways to reset your mood through body cues

- How to feel better—without trying so hard

Whether you're navigating stress, craving fulfillment, or simply ready to feel good again, this conversation offers soul-deep insights backed by science.

CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction: The Power of Choice

00:23 Meet Janice Kaplan: A Journey in Journalism and Gratitude

02:55 The Gratitude Diaries: A Year of Living Gratefully

04:56 The Science of Gratitude and Happiness

09:51 Exploring Body-Mind Connections

11:51 Debunking Myths: Stress, Movement, and Mood

17:39 The Calming Power of Nature

21:50 Surprising Insights: Warm Coffee and Heavy Clipboards

31:08 Optimism and Success: Lessons from the Famous

33:26 Practical Tips for Happiness and Gratitude

36:31 Rapid Fire Questions and Final Thoughts