The Habit Lab

I dare you to Risk A Little Weirdness... To Speak Life. If you’ve ever replayed a kind thought in your head and then talked yourself out of saying it, this conversation is for you. I’m sharing one of my oldest, most practical habits, born in a high school journaling moment and refined over decades of real life: ...if you think something nice, say it! Not later. Not once it feels “smooth.” Now, while it still costs a little awkwardness. We get honest about what’s really goin...

If you want to change your family culture, talking about values isn’t enough—your systems have to reinforce them. In this episode, I share how we used simple habit principles to shift our home from criticism to consideration—and how you can do the same. (Shout out to my Oklahomies for inspiring this habit!) Click here for the $24 Group Coaching Package 2 calls : June 2 & July 7 @ 9am pstClick here for the "Summer Support" 6x 10 min 1:1 phone calls with Jenna On sal...

Your kid has friends. They might even go to youth group. But there’s still this quiet question: Who is actually helping shape their character? Because middle school gets loud. And while church and youth group matter… they can’t carry the full weight of discipleship, life skills, and identity. And if you’re honest— trying to do all of that by yourself as a parent feels… like a lot. 👉 CLICK here for the checklist to start a discipleship group In this episode, Jenna Zint sits down with her ...

Most people picture boundaries like walls—something harsh that shuts people out. But what if boundaries are actually edits that protect generosity so love can last? In this episode, Jenna reframes boundaries through the lens of habit coaching: just like we edit habits to make them sustainable, we sometimes need to edit our generosity and relational rhythms so they don’t collapse under resentment. When generosity stretches beyond our honest capacity, bitterness often begins to grow quietly in ...

Friendship Files #4 — Different Flavors of Friendship Why do some friendships feel easy… and others feel confusing or painful—even when there’s real care? In this episode, we unpack the idea that friendship isn’t one-size-fits-all. People connect in different “flavors”—and when we turn our personal preference into the standard, difference starts to feel like rejection. We talk about common contrasts like: Frequent texter vs. periodic connectorFast-paced life vs. slow-paced lifeOne-on-one vs. ...

Overwhelm loves to sound wise. It tells us to cut back, protect our energy, and press pause on “nonessentials.” But when friendship gets labeled as optional, we lose the very support that carries us through demanding seasons. In this second installment of the Friendship Files, Jenna Zint digs into the quiet lie that says, “I have nothing to give,” and shows how that belief isolates us right when we most need people, perspective, and prayer. We explore how growth—new jobs, new babies, new min...

What if the words you speak are quietly rewiring your brain—and sabotaging your progress? In this episode, Jenna unpacks the surprising difference between saying “I can’t” and “I don’t.” Neuroscience shows that these tiny shifts in language light up different parts of the brain: “I can’t” creates resistance and triggers rebellion, while “I don’t” builds identity and self-control. You’ll even hear about the famous brownie experiment, where people who said “I can’t eat dessert” gave...

You're probably already using a calendar—you log everything in your phone app, set reminders, maybe even color-code. And yet… you still feel behind. You’re often late, overwhelmed, or bracing yourself for the big thing you might be forgetting. You’re not alone—and you’re not broken or lazy. But you might be missing a few key shifts in how you approach time management. Because it’s not just about logging things—it’s about how you study, reflect on, and lead your schedule. In this e...

What happens when someone says “I miss you” and you instantly feel defensive? Or when a simple “sure” makes you think you’re being pushy? Those reactions aren’t random—they’re filters distorting what you hear. In this episode, I share how the stories we tell ourselves hijack conversations and trigger us into REACTING instead of thoughtfully responding. Through personal examples and practical strategies, you’ll learn to spot your own trigger phrases, approach them with curios...

Bitterness isn’t just emotional noise—it’s a message. In this episode, we’re unpacking the idea that offense is trying to tell you something. That lingering frustration or replayed conversation? It’s not just about what they did—it’s often about a boundary you haven’t named yet. When you learn to dig for the data, offense becomes a clue—not a character flaw. Ask yourself: What emotion am I actually feeling right now?What boundary of mine may have been crossed?Did I override my internal “no” t...

Are your Sunday habits secretly saving your week? In this episode, Jenna Zint shares what happened when she got “flexible” with her Sunday routine—and everything fell apart. From wasted food to calendar chaos, she realized those few habits were doing way more than she thought. Tune in to learn why some small habits have high ROI, how to identify your own sacred time slots, and how protecting them can actually bring more peace and spontaneity to your week. What rhythms in your life are worth p...

Always running late—no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone. As a Type B habit coach with ADHD tendencies, I’ve lived the breathless, apologetic life of chronic lateness—and I finally figured out why. In this episode, I unpack: • The hidden role of time blindness • The shame cycle & myths about lateness • Practical fixes (like the 10-minute rule & the perfect “running late” text) • How I became on-time-ish after a lifetime of struggle Whether you’re alway...

💡Ever realize your generosity might be more mutual than selfless? That hit me hard when I noticed most of my “giving” went to people who’d likely give back. But what does *true* no-strings-attached generosity look like? A year and a half ago, I started a tiny habit—sharing my leftovers with someone in need at the park. It felt small. Awkward. Inconvenient. But it cracked something open in me. 💬 It's been of journey of learning the difference of what it means to *be with* the poor—not just...