270: The Strength to Laugh: Jenny Lawson on Overcoming Challenges with Humor with The Bloggess


Jenny Lawson (known online as The Bloggess) is a #1 NYT bestselling author and blogger best known for her darkly humorous takes on her own life and for her authentic writing on dealing with mental illness. Her bestsellers include Let's Pretend This Never Happened, Furiously Happy, Broken (in the best possible way) and You Are Here.

When life feels heavy, courage and connection light the way. In this episode, we uncover how creativity and humor help us rise above anxiety, depression, and self-doubt. Through raw truths and hopeful moments, we celebrate the strength in vulnerability. Let this conversation remind you: the darkest nights bring the brightest dawns.

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TIMESTAMPS

1:34 Jenny’s Journey
9:55 How Jenny's Community Inspired Her
14:27 Jenny's Take on Humor
16:44 Not Taking Life so Seriously
22:35 Success As An Author
29:33 The Power of Being Authentic
33:13  Jenny’s published books
35.44 The Creative Process
46:08 Balancing Success
56: 32 Last Message

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