Why Joy Feels Hard — And a Simple Way For Moms to Reclaim It Every Day

If one bad moment can derail your entire day, you’re not broken—your brain is doing exactly what it was designed to do.

In this episode of The Goodness Habit, Hanna explains the negativity bias, a brain function that causes moms to focus on what’s wrong instead of what’s going right. You’ll learn how neuroscience and faith intersect, why renewing your mind is backed by science, and how to interrupt emotional spirals in the middle of motherhood.

This episode includes a simple, practical goodness habit you can use immediately to shift your mindset, calm your nervous system, and rediscover joy—without pretending life is perfect.

Perfect for: Overwhelmed moms, Christian women seeking peace, Moms working on mindset, faith, and emotional health