Make Happiness Happen with Shelly Covert

#81: Making Prayer a Daily Habit

In this episode of the Make Happiness Happen podcast, I share simple, realistic ways to make prayer a daily habit—without adding more pressure to your already full life.
We talk about habit stacking, finding natural moments throughout your day to pray, and using tools like gratitude journals, prayer walks, breath prayers, and even essential oils to help you stay intentional and focused. This episode is all about consistency over perfection and using prayer as a way to release stress, quiet your mind, and reconnect with peace.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or unsure where to start with prayer, this episode will gently guide you toward creating a rhythm that feels supportive, not stressful.
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)
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#80: Prayer: The Second Happiness Habit

In this episode of the Make Happiness Happen podcast, I’m sharing our second Happiness Habit: Anchoring Your Heart in Prayer.
We’ll talk about why prayer isn’t a performance or a list of perfect words, but a simple, honest conversation with God. I share how prayer brings peace during stress, helps us release what we can’t control, and reminds us that we’re never alone — even in life’s hardest moments.
If you’ve ever felt unsure how to pray, unworthy of prayer, or disconnected from God, this episode will gently encourage you to start right where you are. Together, we’ll explore how prayer can shift your focus, calm your heart, and become a powerful foundation for authentic happiness.
 
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
 
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
 
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)
Dot Grid Notebook – Vintage Mountains Collection 01
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#79: Gratitude in the Real World: Simple Ways to Start

In this episode, I’m taking our gratitude conversation one step further and sharing simple, practical ways to weave gratitude into your everyday routine.
From morning “pump-priming” practices to bedtime reflections, gratitude prompts, memory keeping, and even faith-filled journaling, I’ll show you how to turn gratitude from a nice idea into a daily habit that genuinely shifts how you see your life.
If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent or wondered why gratitude matters so much, this episode will help you refocus, reset, and start noticing the everyday miracles already around you.
If you’re ready to make gratitude a habit you actually enjoy, this episode is for you!
 
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
 
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
 
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)
Dot Grid Notebook – Vintage Mountains Collection 01
Dot Grid Notebook – Vintage Mountains Collection 02
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Dot Grid Notebook – Vintage Mountains Collection 05

#78: Gratitude: The First Happiness Habit

In this first episode of our new Happiness Habits series, we’re talking about the one habit that truly changes everything: gratitude. Gratitude is more than polite words — it’s a heart posture that helps you notice the blessings God has placed in your life, even when things feel messy or uncertain.
Today, we’ll explore what gratitude really is, why it matters, and how shifting your focus from what’s wrong to what’s right can move you from stress and overwhelm to peace and authentic happiness.
Today’s episode is a great reminder that no matter the season you’re in, there is always something to be grateful for. It’s you’re choice my friend and today I encourage you to choose to see the good in life, because even when it doesn’t feel like it, the good is all around you.
 
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
 
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
 
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)

#77: Saying Goodbye to Overwhelm and Overthinking

Have you ever felt like your mind just won’t stop spinning — worrying, planning, and second-guessing everything? In this episode, I open up about my own struggle with overwhelm and overthinking during my daughter’s wedding planning and share 15 simple, practical ways to quiet your mind and find peace. From creating a “worry window” to keeping a “done list,” you’ll learn how to release the need for control and focus on what really matters.
Join me as I reflect on what I learned — and how everything truly worked out beautifully in the end. It’s a gentle reminder that peace comes when we let go and trust that things will unfold just as they should.
 
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
 
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
 
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)

#76: Overwhelmed? Let Gratitude and God’s Love Ground You

Ever have one of those mornings where you wake up feeling off…and you’re not even sure why?
In this episode, I’m sharing what helped me when life started feeling overwhelming, even though everything on my plate was good. I talk about how easy it is to let good habits slip…and how returning to a simple habit of gratitude and God’s steady love can shift everything! I also share my favorite essential oil roller blend, a calming diffuser blend recipe, two comforting Bible verses and a short prayer to help you find peace when your emotions feel a little too loud.
So, if you’re ready to reset your mindset and shift your focus, even when life feels overwhelming, this episode is for you!
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)

#75: Chasing the Wrong Kind of Happy

I used to think happiness came from fitting in, being liked, and checking all the boxes---relationships, achievements, doing what I thought I was “supposed” to do. But deep down, I felt lost, like I was constantly pretending to be someone I wasn’t.
In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story about what it looked like to chase the wrong kind of happy…and how hitting rock bottom became the turning point that led me back to my true self.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re not enough, like you need the approval of others to feel valued or worthy, then this episode is for you!
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)

#74: Stop Waiting. Start Moving. How to Create Momentum in Your Life

Have you ever felt stuck waiting for the perfect time to start something new?
In this episode, we’re busting the myth of the perfect moment and talking about how real progress begins—with small, faithful steps. I’ll share how perfectionism and indecision can keep us frozen, and why momentum is one of the most powerful tools we have for creating real change. You’ll hear stories, encouragement, and practical tips to help you take that brave first step today.
Let this be your reminder: you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin. Start where you are—and let God guide the rest.
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
30 affirmations to Stop Waiting & Start Moving – Link Coming Soon!
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)

#73: Embracing the Unexpected: Trusting God’s Plan

Disappointment stings. Whether you’ve waited and prayed for a job, a healed relationship, or a dream to come true—only to watch it unfold differently than you hoped—it can feel confusing, heavy, and even unfair. But what if there’s a purpose in the unexpected? What if God’s still writing a beautiful story?
In this episode, I’m sharing encouragement for those moments when life doesn’t match your plans, along with practical ways to hold onto faith, release control, and find joy even in the mess. Because even when it’s hard to see, God’s higher ways are at work—and they’re always for your good!
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
Matthew West “Truth Be Told” (YouTube)
Release the Scar Tissue – Mark Batterson (YouTube)
A Million Little Miracles by Mark Batterson (Amazon)
A Million Little Miracles Study Guide by Mark Batterson (Amazon)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)
 

#72: The Wait isn’t Wasted: Finding Strength, Faith and Peace

Waiting is hard. Whether you're waiting for a breakthrough, an answer to a prayer, or just some clarity about what to do next—it can feel frustrating, discouraging, and even lonely. But what if there was a purpose to the waiting? What if the waiting isn’t wasted time?
In this episode, I’m sharing encouragement for those in a season of waiting, along with practical ways to find peace, build trust, and grow your faith when it feels like nothing is happening. Because even when you can’t see it, God is at work behind the scenes. The waiting…it has a purpose!
Don’t forget to share your own wow moments with me! DM me on Instagram or join the conversation in our Facebook group, The Happiness Vibe Tribe!
GET TO KNOW YOUR HOST:
Shelly Covert is the host and creator of the Make Happiness Happen podcast. Her mission is to teach women who are feeling stressed and overwhelmed, how to create peace and calm, so they can live a life filled with authentic happiness. She shares what she’s learned through her own life and journey to authentic happiness and what she’s learned from numerous experts through her love of self-help and self-development learning.
Learn more at makehappinesshappen.com
CONNECT WITH SHELLY ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
Instagram: @makehappinesshappenofficial
Facebook: @makehappinesshappenofficial
X (Twitter): @mhhofficial_
If you would like to get updates when a new episode drops, follow me on your favorite podcast app.
RESOURCES TO SUPPORT YOUR HAPPINESS JOURNEY:
Daily Prayer and Gratitude Journal by Shelly Covert (Amazon)
The Happiness Vibe Tribe (Private Facebook Community)
A Million Little Miracles by Mark Batterson (Amazon)
A Million Little Miracles Study Guide by Mark Batterson (Amazon)
You Belong Among the Wildflowers, Dot Grid Notebook for Women (Amazon)