A Wise and Happy Life Podcast
A Wise and Happy Life Podcast “To Go With The Flow, You Must First Understand The Flow” Discover A Wise and Happy Life, a podcast where wellness meets wisdom. Dive deep into topics like mindfulness, brain science, meditation, and finding meaning in life. Explore the intersection of current events, politics, and personal peace. Discover the psychology and science behind happiness and explore stress from both Eastern and Western perspectives. Some episodes offer interactive learning experiences, while others feature engaging, expert guests from diverse backgrounds sharing their unique stories and insights. Authentic and real, this podcast offers practical tips on “going with the flow,” gratitude, compassion, generosity, and wisdom, helping you elevate your baseline level of happiness for a more peaceful and fulfilling life.
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4 days ago
4 days ago
In Part 2 of this heartfelt chat, Bob and Cricket explore how touch, self-kindness, and spiritual connection deepen our well-being. They talk about restorative yoga, demystifying its spiritual roots, and why creating space for joy is a non-negotiable part of life.
If you’ve ever felt stuck or overwhelmed, this conversation will remind you that healing is possible and it starts with presence. You’ll hear stories of discipline, connection, and what happens when you give yourself permission to begin again, over and over.
Whether you’re 25 or 75, Cricket reminds us that it’s never too late to feel stronger, lighter, and more alive in your own body.
What you'll hear in this episode:
How yoga and mindfulness help manage anxiety and stress
Spirituality in yoga, from Psalms to samadhi
Creating a joyful life by connecting with your inner child
Give it a listen if…
You’ve been meaning to get back to the gym, try yoga, or reconnect with what makes you feel alive. Bob and Cricket make this conversation feel like sitting on the porch with old friends: thoughtful, funny, and full of heart.
🎙️ Podcast Quote:
"It feeds my soul to teach you yoga." - Cricket Foster
Connect with Cricket Foster:
Website: https://evolvemovementstudio.com/
Phone: (336) 675-5639
Connect with Bob Martin
Website: https://www.awiseandhappylife.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127/
Podbean: https://awiseandhappylife.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IamBobMartin
Email: bob@awiseandhappylife.com
This episode is brought to you by A Wise and Happy Life, a show where Bob Martin shares thoughtful, heartfelt conversations about what really makes life worth living.
Developed by TMX Creative – making podcasting easy and professional. Learn more about our video editing services and how we can help you grow!
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4 days ago
4 days ago
Cricket Foster has lived a big, creative life. From dancing across the globe to leading yoga classes and belting out rock songs in a wedding band. In Part 1, Bob Martin sits down with his longtime friend to talk about the early roots of her journey: ballet discipline, performing joy, and what it means to truly show up for your own life.
You’ll hear how daily practices, even in small ways, help build self-trust, and why rituals like yoga and music aren't just habits, they’re healing.
What you'll hear in this episode:
Why “showing up” is more powerful than perfection
The role of movement in emotional clarity and confidence
Reframing discipline as self-love
Give it a listen if…
You’ve been meaning to get back to the gym, try yoga, or reconnect with what makes you feel alive. Bob and Cricket make this conversation feel like sitting on the porch with old friends: thoughtful, funny, and full of heart.
🎙️ Podcast Quote:
"Just show up. That’s it. Just show up." - Cricket Foster
Connect with Cricket Foster:
Website: https://evolvemovementstudio.com/
Phone: (336) 675-5639
Connect with Bob Martin
Website: https://www.awiseandhappylife.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127/
Podbean: https://awiseandhappylife.podbean.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IamBobMartin
Email: bob@awiseandhappylife.com
This episode is brought to you by A Wise and Happy Life, a show where Bob Martin shares thoughtful, heartfelt conversations about what really makes life worth living.
Developed by TMX Creative – making podcasting easy and professional. Learn more about our video editing services and how we can help you grow!
#AWiseAndHappyLife #BobMartin #Happiness #Meditation #AnxietyRelieve #Mindfulness #StressManagement #YogaLife #PilatesJourney #ShowUp #MindfulLiving #YogaForEveryone #SpiritualWellbeing #BodyMindConnection #WomenWhoInspire #WellnessConversations #HolisticHealing #DanceAndWellness #PodcastForGrowth #Podcast #Interview #CricketFoster
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
This is The Wise and Happy Life Podcast—a space where ancient wisdom meets modern science. Mindfulness, philosophy, and happiness practices blend with brain research, compassion, and common sense.
Hosted by Bob Martin—meditation mentor, happiness coach, trial lawyer, and entrepreneur—this podcast is your companion for navigating life’s joys and difficulties with grace, humor, stability, and success.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, seeking deeper meaning, or simply aiming to live more wisely, effectively, and humanely in a chaotic world, each episode offers soulful insights, practical tools, and conversations to support the art—and the work—of being fully human.
Meet Bob
I’m Bob Martin, the heart and soul behind A Wise and Happy Life. With decades of experience in law, education, and mindfulness, my mission is to guide you towards a happier, more fulfilling life through the power of meditation and mindfulness.
My story is one of profound transformation and dedication to breaking literal and metaphorical chains, spanning a lifetime of service. Currently serving as the Mindfulness Coordinator for Elon University, I am dedicated to liberating minds from limiting narratives and guiding individuals and organizations toward inner peace and potential.
Website: www.awiseandhappylife.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bob-martin-995b30127
Free Meditation Book: www.awiseandhappylife.com/what-is-meditation-anyway