One Happy Thing

By: Jennifer Moorman Maddie Dawson and Kerry Schafer
  • Summary

  • Welcome to ONE HAPPY THING, the podcast where three bestselling novelists flip the myths of misery inside out and upside down and sprinkle a little bit of magic into your everyday life. Each episode, Jennifer Moorman, Maddie Dawson, and Kerry Schafer dive into stories that reveal the hidden joys, the unexpected silver linings , and the little moments that make life truly magical. Whether you’re a writer, reader, or other creative being on a quest to follow your bliss, we invite you to join us in our mission to create a kinder, more creative world for all of us.
    Jennifer Moorman, Maddie Dawson, and Kerry Schafer
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Episodes
  • Ep. 8: the healing power of heart-centered meditation—simple, quick, and calming
    Jan 22 2025

    This episode includes a special heart-opening meditation led by Kerry—a gentle, practical way to invite light, love, and connection into your life—especially during times when you feel heavy, anxious, or overwhelmed.

    Jennifer, Maddie and Kerry reflect on their own personal experiences and the healing power of breathing and leaning into love.

    Listen in to discover how this simple practice can help you find peace and resilience, even during life’s busiest or heaviest moments.

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    17 mins
  • Episode 7: Embracing Stuckness—Maddie Dawson's Secret Remedy for a Creative Block
    Jan 15 2025

    Maddie, Kerry, and Jennifer dive into a challenge every creative person knows all too well—feeling stuck. Whether you’re struggling with writing, art, or any creative project, that frustrating sense of being blocked can make you want to give up. But what if being stuck isn’t the problem we think it is?

    Maddie shares a refreshing perspective on why creative blocks might actually be a good thing and reveals her personal go-to strategy for moving forward when inspiration feels out of reach. Kerry and Jennifer open up about their own experiences with creative frustration and how shifting their mindset has led to unexpected breakthroughs.

    Join us as we explore how embracing the pause can unlock new ideas and how getting stuck might be the first step toward something amazing.

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    18 mins
  • Episode 6: Misadventures & Magic: Turning "Uh-Oh" into "Aha!"
    Jan 1 2025

    In this episode of One Happy Thing, Kerry, Maddie, and Jennifer explore the unexpected joys that can come from life’s misadventures. Whether it’s a sideways boat trip to Capri or some other plan that went off the rails, sometimes the best memories come from moments we didn’t plan.

    Jennifer’s story of an unexpected adventure during her vacation in Greece will have you laughing—and thinking about how you can turn your own “uh-oh” moments into “aha!” ones. Because sometimes, the best adventures start when nothing goes as planned.


    We'd love to hear about a misadventure you've had that turned into a fantastic memory. Drop us a comment, or email us at onehappythingpodcast@gmail.com

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    17 mins

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