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Do you ever feel like the universe is trying to tell you something? Call it spirituality, intuition, or science... we’ve all had moments that feel like a bit of a sign – a gentle nudge in a certain direction. In this episode, Fearne looks at the Happy Place moments that have explored the things we can't always explain… This is a curious dive into what happens when we leave a little room for mystery, wonder, and the possibility that there might be more to life than meets the eye. In this episode – -Poet and actor Lucas Jones’ take on why whether we call it religion, spirituality, or science, we’re all ultimately searching for meaning -Spiritual leader Gabby Bernstein is clear that the best thing you can do to change the world is tend to your inner world first -Musician Charlotte Church reflects on why she turned to nature to heal from trauma -Moon mentor Kirsty Gallagher explains how to live in tandem with the moon’s cycles -Holistic therapist Estelle Bingham explores the magic and the science behind the energy in your heart -Intuitive guide Sonia Choquette chats about how to trust your own gut instinct more -Entrepreneur Poppy Jamie shares a beautiful story that explains why she puts her faith in the universe CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains a number of conversations about trying to conceive and baby loss. A FESTIVAL ANNOUNCEMENT! Early Bird tickets for our London and Tatton Happy Place Festivals 2027 are out on Tuesday 8th September. Head to happyplaceofficial.co.uk to get your Early Bird tickets now. Listen to the full Happy Place episodes – Lucas Jones Gabby Bernstein Charlotte Church Kirsty Gallagher Estelle Bingham Sonia Choquette Poppy Jamie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What does a truly restful holiday look like to you? Do you want novelty or routine? Horticulturalist Monty Don relaxes most when he knows the drill: same Greek island, same terrace for breakfast, same collapsable travel kettle packed! Welcome to The Happy Place Guide To Holidays! In this chat with Fearne – brought to you by British Airways Holidays – Monty explains the difference between all the globe-trotting he does for work, and a proper switching-off holiday. They chat about the excitement of stepping off a plane into an entirely different culture, as well as why you won’t find either of them staying up late for a social dinner. Monty also explores why it was important to be one of the first people to talk about his mental health in the media decades ago, and what more still needs to be done to support those with depression. Plus, how does Seasonal Affective Disorder manifest for Monty? British 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. Listen to other episodes of The Happy Place Guide To Holidays: Fearne’s holiday likes and dislikes Chris McCausland Sophie Ellis-Bextor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How do you feel the morning after drinking the night before? For Millie Gooch the hangxiety was huge, so she stopped drinking and founded Sober Girl Society. In this chat, Fearne and Millie explore how to recognise when the silly, lols-in-the-group-chat stories from nights out have morphed into moments that are risky, dangerous, and not really you. For Millie, she had to be honest with herself about what she was trying to forget or avoid by drinking. She talks through how to get comfortable with sitting in uncomfortable emotions. Millie also explains why she didn’t know she was neurodivergent until she stopped drinking; how do the effects of alcohol get mixed up with symptoms of menopause, ADHD, and OCD? Millie’s book, Hangxiety, is out on the 8th of September. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains frank chat about sexual assault. If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like: Millie Mackintosh Professor David Nutt Louise Newson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For 20 years Maggie and Will have spent idyllic summers in the south of France with their friends Lydia and Roland. This year though, tension is brewing and loyalties are being tested. Their young kids are all there too, and they might end up stumbling upon secrets that were being kept from them... August’s Happy Place Book Club read is Family Friends. In this chat with Fearne, author Chloe Ashby explains why she wanted to explore relationship dynamics around the age of 40. Each character has brought a bit of extra baggage to this year’s holiday, so through them Chloe wonders at what point doing one bad thing makes you a bad person. Plus, why was it controversial to include a teenage holiday romance? Thank you to Penguin for the use of the Family Friends audiobook, narrated by Sally Scott. If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like: Book Club Meets: Candice Carty-Williams Book Club Meets: Caro Claire Burke Book Club Meets: Josie Lloyd and Emlyn Rees Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you find yourself cringing at your younger self? Did you lose yourself in the early part of parenthood? Do you wonder if who you’re being is who you really are? It’s check, check, and check for comedian Joe Lycett. In this chat with Fearne, Joe reflects on how much of his stage persona has become who he actually is, why paternity leave triggered a lot of existential crises all at once, and how he’s come out the other side caring a lot less about what anyone thinks. Fearne and Joe also wonder if the art of losing your inhibitions is gone forever thanks to camera phones, and why playing around and making mistakes is so important as an adult. Plus, how have Ant and Dec accidentally changed how Joe behaves at hotels? And, why is it you can always trust that you'll find community at the pub? Joe loves the human chaos of it, so he’s opening his own, but only for one hour a week... The Lycett Arms airs live on Channel 4 on Friday nights at 10pm, starting Friday 4th September.  If you liked this episode of Happy Place, you might also like: Alain De Botton Ant and Dec Philippa Perry Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.