Happy Place

Is your nervous system exhausted today? Perhaps you’ve been holding everything together, holding everything inside for a little bit too long? Find somewhere quiet and comfortable, and join Jodie Cariss for a little decompression session.Jodie’s a psychotherapist and the founder of Self Space, a mental health service offering straightforward access to flexible therapy. She’ll guide you through some breathwork, body release, and visualisations that’ll allow you to let go of the mental and physical tension you’re holding. Find out more about Self Space.

Smoking and going to that cool gig... think you left caving to peer pressure behind at high school? Scientist and social entrepreneur Todd Rose says we’re still desperately doing our best to fit in, whether we realise it or not!In this chat with Fearne, Todd explains that it feels important to hold the ‘correct’ opinions in the eyes of our social group. Why? As humans we’re wired to want to belong to a community, so often misrepresent our values for fear of upsetting others.The word ‘authenticity’ is thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? Todd explains how to make sure your public self aligns with your public self so you’re not living in a state of confusion and anxiety.Plus, why not speaking your mind has very real implications on your physical health, and how self-silencing is affecting everything from your friendships to how you vote.Todd’s book, Collective Illusions, is out now.If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like:Dr Julie SmithPatric GagneBreak free from people pleasing

Welcome to The Happy Place Guide To Holidays! In this chat – brought to you by British Airways Holidays – Fearne gets into what she and Team Happy Place absolutely love about a holiday, and which bits can be a bit rubbish. (No one wants to pack to go home when the swimsuits are still wet...)How do you take your holidays more seriously? Join the chat on Instagram @happyplaceofficial and @britishairwaysholidays.In this chat, Fearne explores:-How a spa holiday induced a 10/10 sleep-Soaking up the history of places like Rome-Why you’re a more relaxed (more fun??) version of yourself on holiday-Chatting with strangers in cool little shops-The brilliant trinkets you come home with (personalised wax seal, anyone?)-Why nothing will beat the first Negroni abroad-Having uninterrupted reading time -Why the first 24 hours on holiday can make her a little bit anxious-The perils of being a last-minute packerBritish Airways Holidays are ATOL protected, offer a 24hr holiday helpline, and allow you to book with a low deposit. All holidays include a generous baggage allowance per person. Go to Ba.com/holidays to find out more.

Just man up. This is essentially what Adam Kay was told when a traumatic day at work left him with PTSD.In this chat with Fearne, former doctor Adam explains why he made the decision to leave the medical profession, and puts a spotlight on the poor mental health of our NHS workers. Adam talks about how, in his case, the job left him feeling paranoid and overcautious, and how he turned to diary writing to process his emotions.They chat about how we can all chip away at any mental health stigma in both the workplace and at home with loved ones, and offer advice for how to put together your own mental health toolkits for crises of varying severity.A Particularly Nasty Case by Adam Kay is out in paperback 2nd July (published by Orion).CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank conversation about suicide.If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like:Nicole LaPeraSam ClaflinJamie Laing

Yrsa really doesn’t intend to kill anyone... but the Cambridge professor sitting opposite her has manipulated her friend and stolen her research. So, when she flicks a bee into his drink, she just thinks he’ll get a nasty little sting... but now he’s dead. And it’s a sweet, sweet feeling for Yrsa: finally having some control...Honey, written by Imani Thompson, was our Happy Place Book Club read for June. In this chat with Fearne, Imani explains how getting fired from a job was the catalyst she needed to start writing, and just how surreal it feels to have a debut novel published in her 20s.They also explore the big themes in the novel, including race, intersectional feminism, female anger, and revenge.In July, we’ll be reading Queenie Is Working On It, by Candice Carty-Williams.Thank you to The Borough Press for use of the Honey audiobook, narrated by Chloe Sommer.If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like:Book Club Meets: Caro Claire BurkeBook Club Meets: Josie Lloyd and Emlyn ReesBook Club Meets: Emma Gannon

Did you listen when your gut told you to turn down that job... and did you seize a better opportunity after?What about when you were tired but something told you to go to the party anyway? Did you meet your partner there?Entrepreneur and author Poppy Jamie says there’s no such thing as a coincidence.In this chat with Fearne, Poppy explains why our collective exhaustion comes down to trusting logic and data over our gut instinct and inner wisdom. They talk about why it’s the inexplicable moments in life that expand our understanding of what’s possible.Poppy has been diagnosed with near-infertility and couldn't see how motherhood was possible; she explains how a true belief in magic, intuition, and the wise women around her have helped her cope.Plus, Poppy has an incredible announcement that was prophesised many years ago...Poppy’s book, The Book of Magical Living, published by New River, is out now.CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank conversation about pregnancy loss and abortion.If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like:Sonia ChoquetteEstelle BinghamRhonda Byrne

What’s been going on for you this week? What are you happy about, and what’s making you not so happy? Fearne’s here with more chat about what’s putting her, Team Happy Place team, and you lot in a good mood, and what’s feeling a bit heavier.This is our space to explore what’s been on our minds. Want to join the chat? Send us a voicenote, DM, or comment on Instagram @happyplaceofficial!In this chat, Fearne explores:-The joyful chaos of the girls’ WhatsApp group -Taking time to chill before a big life change-Why it feels so good putting the washing out in the garden-The time she unfortunately became a bit of a kn*b after red wine-Tiredness messing with your day-Worrying about things you can’t control-How to speak more kindly to your body-The rage she feels at the Instagram algorithm Happy Place episodes mentioned in this chat:Take That

Are you coming to one of the Happy Place Festivals this year? We hope so! Have you been before and wondered how it all comes together? Maybe you’re unsure about coming and want to know what the vibe’s like...Fearne’s joined by Team Happy Place’s Nicky Darling – she heads up all the live events – to get the behind the scenes goss on what it takes to make sure you have a gorgeous time at the festivals. They chat about –-Why it takes a whole year to plan the festivals-Making sure there’s something for everyone, including yoga, breathwork, arts and crafts, shopping, book signings, live poetry, and DJs-How your feedback changes future festivals-Learning the hard way that more toilets and food trucks are needed-The new area for 2026: The Happy Hub, where there’ll be hula-hooping, line dancing, and a silent disco-Who’ll be doing brilliant talks on stage this year-What happens when the weather doesn’t play ball-Fearne’s mum living for the festivals’ logistical dramas-Encouraging more men to come along – there’s loads for you too guys!-The naughtiest things people have been found doing at the festivals-The joy of surprising someone with the title of Happy Place Hero In 2026 the Happy Place Festival will be at Old Deer Park in London on the 11th and 12th of July, and Tatton Park in Cheshire on the 5th and 6th of September.Get your tickets now!