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Hello happiness seekers! I’m Klaudia Mitura, and I’m on a mission to explore the best happiness habits that science has to offer. Like so many others, the pandemic cut me off from family and work — so I decided to use my training as a psychologist to discover what science can tell us about the art of happiness. What I found set me on a path to joy — and now I’m sharing my journey with you. Each month I publish linked episodes where I speak to a leading expert, put their tips to the test, and share my findings (and feelings). From mindfulness to exercise and random acts of kindness, I’ll be shining a light on the simple happiness habits that can bring more joy to our lives. So join me as I embark on this challenge — and together we can become more successful, resilient, and happy. Klaudia is a work psychologist, Chief Happiness Officer, and the Learning and Development Manager at the Science Museum Group in the UK. In September 2025 she published The Alphabet of Happiness — available to order now: https://mybook.to/AlphabetofHappiness Check out Klaudia’s website for more information and downloadable resources: https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/

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#227 The Science of Celebrating Progress (Why Your Brain Ignores Your Wins And How to Fix It)

2026/04/21

Discover how celebrating even the smallest, messiest wins can transform your happiness and motivation in this month’s Happiness Challenge! Join Klaudia as she wraps up the series with a deep dive into the science behind why our brains often overlook progress—and how learning to notice your wins is one of the most important happiness skills you can build. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: How to build wellbeing habits that stick webinar https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more. https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#226 The Small Wins: 5 Powerful Ideas to Celebrate Your Progress (Even When It Feels Messy)

2026/04/09

Join Klaudia to discover how celebrating small wins can boost your happiness and motivation in this month’s Happiness Challenge! Whether you’re struggling to see your growth or just need a reminder to pause and appreciate tiny victories, this episode is packed with practical tips and uplifting motivation. Learn five simple ways to celebrate your wins, shift your mindset from FOMO to JOMO, and create joyful habits that make every step forward count. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: How to build wellbeing habits that stick webinar https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more. https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#225 Confidently Lost: When Life Goes off Script with Gavin Oattes

2026/04/07

Life doesn’t always make sense and that’s exactly what makes it beautiful. In this episode, Klaudia sits down with Gavin Oattes, bestselling author of Confidently Lost, speaker, and stand-up comedian, to talk honestly about feeling lost, overwhelmed, and perfectly imperfect. This is a conversation about breaking free from the pressure to “have it all figured out,” ideas on how to deal with societal expectations, and why it’s okay not always to get it right. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: How to build wellbeing habits that stick webinar https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more. https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#224 Scrolling vs. Connection: The Surprising Truth About Screen Time from the World Happiness Report 2026

2026/03/20

To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, The Happiness Challenge podcast is dedicating March to the World Happiness Report. In this episode, Klaudia explores the World Happiness Report 2026, released on 20th March, and its timely theme: happiness and social media. Discover what the latest research suggests about why heavy social media use can be linked to lower wellbeing (especially for young people), why passive scrolling fuels social comparison, and how to reshape your relationship with social media so it supports real connection rather than drains it. Plus, Klaudia shares a simple “Social Media Swap” experiment you can try this week to boost belonging and wellbeing. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: How to build wellbeing habits that stick webinar https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more. https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#223 Connection Counts: How Kindness and Sharing Meals Can Transform Your Wellbeing Lessons from the World Happiness Report 2025

2026/03/10

To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, The Happiness Challenge podcast is dedicating March to the World Happiness Report. In this episode, Klaudia explores the 2025 report’s key findings on connection and kindness. Discover why everyday kindness is more common than we think, how sharing meals boosts happiness and simple ways to feel more connected. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: How to build wellbeing habits that stick webinar https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more. https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#222 The Age Curve: How Happiness Changes Over a Lifetime: Data from the World Happiness Report 2024

2026/03/03

To celebrate the International Day of Happiness, The Happiness Challenge podcast is dedicating all March episodes to exploring the World Happiness Report - a renowned publication on global wellbeing released especially for this occasion. In this episode, Klaudia dives into the 2024 report’s surprising findings on age and happiness. Tune in to discover: How does our happiness change as we age, and what does the latest science say about it? Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: How to build wellbeing habits that stick webinar https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more. https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#221 Write It Out: What Science Says About Journaling for Improved Wellbeing

2026/02/19

This month on The Happiness Challenge, Klaudia wraps up our journaling series with a deep dive into the science behind the habit. In Part 3, Klaudia shares her personal approach to journaling and encourages you to give it a try - whether you’re a seasoned writer or just curious. While journaling might sound like a soft, fluffy habit, it’s actually been studied for decades. In this episode, Klaudia explores what the research really says about journaling’s impact on stress and wellbeing, breaking down key findings and practical takeaways. Tune in now! Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#220 How to Find Your Journaling Style?

2026/02/05

This month on The Happiness Challenge, Klaudia is diving into the power of journaling! In Part 2 of our series, today’s episode is all about practical tools: Klaudia explores a variety of journaling styles, helps you discover which one fits you best, and shares a set of prompts you can use, even if you’re staring at a blank page. Whether you’re a seasoned journaler or just getting started, you’ll leave with inspiration and actionable tips to boost your happiness and self-reflection. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#219 Write Your Way to Happiness: Practical Journaling Habits with Madeline McQueen

2026/02/03

Discover how journaling can transform your happiness and self-development in this month’s Happiness Challenge! Join Klaudia and the inspiring Madeline McQueen - executive coach, speaker, and passionate advocate for personal growth - as they explore the science and strategies behind making journaling a joyful, consistent habit. Whether you’re new to journaling or looking to deepen your practice, this episode is packed with practical tips and uplifting motivation. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#218 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest BONUS – 6 Tiny Habits to Improve Your Wellbeing in 2026

2026/01/19

Surprise bonus episode for the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest. Not sure what to try next? Klaudia shares 6 science-backed tiny habits to boost your wellbeing in 2026. Press play, pick one, and run your next tiny experiment. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#217 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest Day 10 – Lock It In & Level Up Your Lifestyle

2026/01/16

Welcome to Day 10 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest—today we turn this from a quest into your lifestyle. In this final episode, Klaudia helps you carry your tiny habit forward in a sustainable way—because 10 days is a powerful start, and the real magic happens when you keep returning to it. Press play to lock in what you’ve built and set your next 30-day habit plan. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#216 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest Day 9 – Show Yourself Some Compassion

2026/01/15

Welcome to Day 9 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest, where we’re building one tiny wellbeing habit that actually sticks. Today’s episode is for the imperfect days. Because one of the biggest reasons people quit isn’t lack of information—it’s what happens after they miss a day: guilt, shame, and the feeling of “I’ve failed.” Klaudia shares a science-backed alternative: self-compassion—the skill that helps you reset and return, instead of giving up. Press play to learn how to respond when you miss your habit. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#215 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest Day 8 – Celebrate the Benefits

2026/01/14

Welcome to Day 8 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest; where we’re building one tiny wellbeing habit that actually sticks, using science-backed strategies. Today, Klaudia invites you to do something more motivating: notice the benefits. Because habits stick when they don’t just feel virtuous, they feel worth it. Press play to celebrate what’s already changing and make space to feel your progress, not just track it. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#214 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest Day 7 – Add a Social Boost

2026/01/13

Welcome to Day 7 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest: you’ve made it through a full week. Yay! Today’s episode taps into something we’re wired for: connection. Klaudia shares how social support and accountability can make your tiny habit far easier to stick with. Press play to add a simple layer of accountability and bring someone into your habit journey. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

#213 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest Day 6 – Remember the Why

2026/01/12

Welcome to Day 6 of the 10-Day Wellbeing Habit Quest: you’ve been practising your tiny habit for almost a week. Today’s episode goes deeper than behaviour. Klaudia explores identity-based habits (inspired by Atomic Habits): the shift from “I’m trying to do this” to “this is who I am.” Press play to choose a simple identity statement to strengthen your habit from the inside out. Get involved: ⬇️ Download: 26 Science‑Backed Micro‑Habits You Can Try Next (Sleep, Movement, Mindfulness, Connection, Purpose — all under 60 seconds) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 📘 Get the E‑book on habit formation: Build One Life‑Changing Habit in 10 Days (10 minutes/day + printable tools + reflection prompts) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/store 🎟️ Join live: Happiness Habits Action Plan Workshop (structure + accountability) https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/webinars 📨 Subscribe to Klaudia's Substack newsletter for further insights and updates: https://thehappinesschallenge.substack.com/ 📚 Grab a copy of The Alphabet of Happiness from Amazon, Guardian Bookshops, Blackwells, Waterstones, and more.https://thehappinesschallenge.co.uk/book

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3.7 out of 5

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★☆☆☆☆

Littleone* 2025/08/11

You could have slowed down …

You shoulda slowed down .. that’s the decent thing to do ..

★★★★★

Liz McCreary 2020/07/27

You’ll feel happier just listening!

& Happiness makes me so happy. :) Listening to Kitty and Klaudia feels like sitting around with good friends grappling with the questions I’m often to...

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