<p>This week, I’m joined by TV and radio legend, Gaby Roslin and we’re talking all about hacking happiness – especially when life feels anything but festive. Together, we chat about why Christmas and the holidays can feel really hard, what loneliness actually looks like (and how to talk about it), navigating toxic people, and why it’s okay to just let yourself feel down sometimes. Gaby shares her own struggles with shyness and self-judgment, her family’s approach to gratitude, and her tips for finding small moments of brightness when everything around you feels dark. We also dive into the joy of musical theatre, embracing your age, compassionate living – and of course, plenty of laughter. If you need a little lift (or just some solidarity), this episode is one for you. Find helpful links and helplines in the show notes below – don’t forget, you are never alone.</p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p>BOOKS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE</p><p>Gaby’s book, Spread the Joy, is available to buy in paperback now.</p><br><p>LINKS TO SUPPORT GROUPS</p><p>If the content of this episode resonated with you today and you would like support, please consider the following charities:</p><br><p>Samaritans</p><p>Call 116 123 or visit <a href="https://www.samaritans.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.samaritans.org/</a> for free, 24-hour support.</p><br><p>Mind</p><p>Call <a href="tel:03001021234" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">0300 102 1234</a> or visit <a href="https://www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/</a></p><br><p>WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU</p><p>Got something to share? Message us on @lifeofbryonypod on Instagram.</p><br><p>If this episode resonated with you, please share it with someone who might need it – it really helps! Bryony xx</p><br><p>CREDITS:</p><p>Host: Bryony Gordon</p><br><p>Guest: Gaby Roslin</p><br><p>Producer: Laura Elwood-Craig</p><br><p>Assistant Producer: Tippi Willard</p><br><p>Studio Manager: Sam Chisholm</p><br><p>Editor: Luke Shelley</p><br><p>Exec Producer: Jamie East&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>A Daily Mail production. Seriously Popular.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>