The Happiness Playbook: Morgan Nelson’s Rules for a Life That Actually Feels Good
Wed Dec 03 2025
What if happiness isn’t something you chase…
but something you build?
In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, and new dad Morgan T. Nelson for one of the most honest, refreshing conversations we’ve had on the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast.
We talk about the kind of happiness that lasts — the kind that doesn’t come from “success” or hustle, but from alignment, values, boundaries, and knowing which season of life you’re in.
Inside the episode, Morgan shares:
✨ The real difference between discipline and burnout (and why most people get this wrong)
✨ How becoming a dad sharpened his purpose instead of slowing him down
✨ Why high achievers feel empty, even when life looks good on paper
✨ The “white space” rule that transforms overwhelm into clarity
✨ How to decide what truly matters in each season of your life
✨ The one mindset shift that makes success feel GOOD, not heavy
✨ Why you shouldn’t aim for balance — and what to aim for instead
✨ How fatherhood, faith, and boundaries created his happiest season yet
This is a conversation about identity, success, and what freedom really feels like.
If you’ve been questioning your direction, craving more peace, or wanting a life that feels as good as it looks… this episode is for you.
👇 LISTEN ON SPOTIFY / APPLE
(Search: 30 Days to Happiness Podcast)
👇 FOLLOW MORGAN
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgantnelson?igsh=MWpyM3hybXIxN2t2ZA==
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/morgantnelson?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=dcecbf1f-ee1c-437a-88e1-edf3486d4250
Dream Out Loud: https://dreamoutloudmethod.com (if needed)
👇 FOLLOW HOLLY
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly_smith00?igsh=bHlnbjlmeGRrNjVw&utm_source=qr
Website: https://linktr.ee/HollySmith_Coach?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8d92bb1c-4b3f-4b0e-8a59-232838ee8f47
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollysmithcoach/
Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life...
1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE
2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite.
3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at holly@30daystohappiness.com.au with 'I'm In' for your next step.
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What if happiness isn’t something you chase… but something you build? In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, and new dad Morgan T. Nelson for one of the most honest, refreshing conversations we’ve had on the 30 Days to Happiness Podcast. We talk about the kind of happiness that lasts — the kind that doesn’t come from “success” or hustle, but from alignment, values, boundaries, and knowing which season of life you’re in. Inside the episode, Morgan shares: ✨ The real difference between discipline and burnout (and why most people get this wrong) ✨ How becoming a dad sharpened his purpose instead of slowing him down ✨ Why high achievers feel empty, even when life looks good on paper ✨ The “white space” rule that transforms overwhelm into clarity ✨ How to decide what truly matters in each season of your life ✨ The one mindset shift that makes success feel GOOD, not heavy ✨ Why you shouldn’t aim for balance — and what to aim for instead ✨ How fatherhood, faith, and boundaries created his happiest season yet This is a conversation about identity, success, and what freedom really feels like. If you’ve been questioning your direction, craving more peace, or wanting a life that feels as good as it looks… this episode is for you. 👇 LISTEN ON SPOTIFY / APPLE (Search: 30 Days to Happiness Podcast) 👇 FOLLOW MORGAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morgantnelson?igsh=MWpyM3hybXIxN2t2ZA== Linktree: https://linktr.ee/morgantnelson?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=dcecbf1f-ee1c-437a-88e1-edf3486d4250 Dream Out Loud: https://dreamoutloudmethod.com (if needed) 👇 FOLLOW HOLLY Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holly_smith00?igsh=bHlnbjlmeGRrNjVw&utm_source=qr Website: https://linktr.ee/HollySmith_Coach?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8d92bb1c-4b3f-4b0e-8a59-232838ee8f47 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hollysmithcoach/ Here's how I can help you make 2025 the best year of your life... 1. Listen to The 30 Days To Happiness Podcast or get The Book HERE 2. I am opening the doors to The Happiness Formula where I will give you the exact process to free up 10 hours in your week, achieve your goals 10 x faster and make 2025 the best year of your life. DM me on instagram or linkedin with the word '2025' for an invite. 3. Work with me privately to turn your work days into a productive machine leaving you with more time to spend on doing what ever the heck you want whilst making more money. Email me at holly@30daystohappiness.com.au with 'I'm In' for your next step.