
The Habit Lab
Jenna Zint
Welcome to The Habit Lab, the podcast hosted by habit coach and teacher, Jenna Zint. This podcast explores the mysteries of human behavior, sharing actionable insights and practical tips to help you understand your habits better and make positive changes in your life. Jenna combines her faith in Jesus with her deep understanding of the sustainable, life-changing power of offensively small habits.
If you want more, check out Jenna's 10-week Habit Lab Mastery Course at TheHabitLab.org
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10/21/24 • 36 min
Ever wonder how small habits can lead to big transformations? Join me, Jenna Zint, and my 11-year-old daughter, Audrey, as we dive into the ups and downs of life with type 1 diabetes.
But this episode isn’t just for those dealing with diabetes.
It’s for anyone facing challenges in life. Instead of getting stuck in shame or hopelessness, we encourage you to get curious.
Asking yourself:
What habit tweaks could bring practical solutions to your own struggles?
We’ll show you how small changes can create momentum and help you build a life that feels more manageable and hopeful.
Diagnosed at six, Audrey humorously shares how she juggles school, family, and faith while managing diabetes with an insulin pump and blood sugar monitor. We talk about the habits that make life smoother—like snack bins and fanny packs—and the behind-the-scenes challenges of school, where simple hand signals and supportive teachers make a world of difference.
And for some laughs at the end- Audrey pulls back the curtain on our Instagram reel antics, where habit-building meets hilarious moments (yes, even expired lettuce has its role!).
Whether you’re a parent, a kid, or just someone looking for creative ways to tackle life’s curveballs, this episode brings a mix of real talk and a healthy dose of humor to keep you motivated.
Spring Planning Workshop: March 6th @8:30am PST
Grab my $27 Habit Reboot Course to join the workshop. < Click here to buy it >
You'll get lifetime access to my seasonal planning workshops!!
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 62: From Solo to Social > Bible Study habits
The Habit Lab
02/26/25 • 43 min
The social, animated, interesting bookclub you didn't know a bible study could be!!! Break-up with the idea of it being a boring drudgery.
Ever feel like your Bible reading could use a little more life? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of reading scripture together—why it matters, how it deepens your understanding, and how it turns what can feel like a solo discipline into something rich with connection.
I’m sharing my own journey from reading alone to experiencing scripture in community—and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. We’ll talk about the practical side of starting a Bible study group, from logistics to commitment levels to creating an inviting space that gets people excited to show up.
Because here’s the thing: for most of history, scripture was read in groups. It was discussed, wrestled with, and brought to life through conversation. And when we bring that back, something shifts. The words become more than just text on a page—they become a lived experience.
So if you're ready to break out of the rut and discover a fresh way to engage with God’s Word, this episode is for you.
- Click here for the podcasts from John Mark Comer
- Click here to watch The Bible Project's videos on How-To read the Bible
- Click here to watch my 15 Min How-to build a Bible Group video
- Click here to watch a brief history of The 1st Man who translated the bible into English (like I butchered in mentioning :)
Spring Planning Workshop: March 6th @8:30am PST
Grab my $27 Habit Reboot Course to join the workshop. < Click here to buy it >
You'll get lifetime access to my seasonal planning workshops!!
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 28: Gratitude Habit - challenge
The Habit Lab
05/01/24 • 31 min
I dare you to do a 30 day Gratitude Habit Challenge!
If it is still May 2024 & you want to add yourself to the Instagram Accountability group:
click here >> https://www.instagram.com/j/AbZ2LFrSXjN4H5X_/
If you'd like the free printable I made for this challenge, a 30 Day Habit Tracker
click here>> https://thehabitlab.myflodesk.com/gratitudetracker
Spring Planning Workshop: March 6th @8:30am PST
Grab my $27 Habit Reboot Course to join the workshop. < Click here to buy it >
You'll get lifetime access to my seasonal planning workshops!!
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 26: Simple Menu Planning -for busy weeks
The Habit Lab
04/15/24 • 21 min
It's still worth fueling your body well- even when your time is limited.
A teeny tiny bit of forethought with this SIMPLE Menu Planning Habit could set your week up with the support you need to have healthy energy to plow through all that your calendar holds.
If you're interested in chatting about my coaching options:
email me at [email protected]
Simple Menu Planning
--Mix & Match Style--
- 3-4 protein
- 6-8 fresh veggies
- fresh salsa
- spaghetti sauce
- soy sauce
- healthy dressings
Sadly- I no longer have access to the REFER a FRIEND code :(
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 24: Dismantling Unhelpful Habits
The Habit Lab
03/08/24 • 36 min
We all have habits we're looking to ditch, in this episode Jenna walks through the 4 steps she takes her coaching clients through to help them dismantle their unhelpful habits
If you'd like to chat with Jenna about booking a coaching session ...do it!
Email her at: [email protected]
These are the 4 steps she refers to in this episode:
- Increase awareness
- Replace w/ another habit
- Get true comfort
- Little bits of better
<Here is the other podcast on this topic Jenna references in this episode>
https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/sugar-is-my-porn-addiction-comfort-and-kindness-with/id1559373076?i=1000558712123
Spring Planning Workshop: March 6th @8:30am PST
Grab my $27 Habit Reboot Course to join the workshop. < Click here to buy it >
You'll get lifetime access to my seasonal planning workshops!!
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 23: Creative Childcare Habits
The Habit Lab
02/29/24 • 23 min
It's possible to find creative childcare solution that feel like win-wins for you & your kids. If you don't have a big budget or family in town- there are other options that don't simply feel like childcare, but feel like community building.
In this episode Jenna breaks down:
1) Date Night Swap
2) Marriage Vacays (aka- kidless)
3) Sitters doing light housework
4) Teenager Babysitters & having them bring over their younger siblings
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 21: Letter Habit
The Habit Lab
02/26/24 • 24 min
It feels like to basic to call this a letter habit. Jenna unpacks how this habit has become about sowing seeds of love; a way to express "with-ness" when friends when she can't physically be with them.
It could feel easy to brush past the impact of this habit, but remember a large part of our Christian faith is built on a series of letters to believers. Don't underestimate the ripple effect of taking time to write your prayers or sow words of identity.
We don't want to ever be too busy to show up "as love" for those around and this is a simple act that can change your focus from hyper aware of your own world to be more others oriented.
Categories of letters to send:
- prayers for those going through hard seasons
- words of identity for those you notice "running their race well"
- gratitude for those who've impacted you or those in your sphere
To join the Bible Habit sign-up here:
https://thehabitlab.myflodesk.com/biblehabit
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 20: Kids Jesus Habits
The Habit Lab
02/15/24 • 38 min
Jenna talks through some of the mindset shifts that were helpful adjustments for her to give herself permission to experiment with various Jesus Habits for the kids.
Here is the link to get the resource page emailed to you for all the tools she referenced in this episode. https://thehabitlab.myflodesk.com/episode20
Resource page includes:
-our favorite bibles
- kids christian books
- kids christian podcast
- Jenna's playlists
- youtube channels
If you're an alumni with Jenna's Habit Course & interested in more info
on the group coaching- add your name to the list & I'll reach out. https://thehabitlab.myflodesk.com/alumnicircle
Spring Planning Workshop: March 6th @8:30am PST
Grab my $27 Habit Reboot Course to join the workshop. < Click here to buy it >
You'll get lifetime access to my seasonal planning workshops!!
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 19: Community Building Habits
The Habit Lab
02/08/24 • 27 min
How to build the community you’re wanting requires overcoming rejection & not letting idealism thwart you.
-Deciding it’s valuable to have people in your life who fill different roles.
-Changing my mindset from entertaining TO >> hospitality. How hospitality overlaps more with our roles as being Christians to offer a safe place to be known for others.
—referenced episodes from our other podcast—
•Adult Friendships (part 1)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marriage-lab/id1559373076?i=1000616022876
•Adult Friendships (part 2)
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marriage-lab/id1559373076?i=1000616784970
Spring Planning Workshop: March 6th @8:30am PST
Grab my $27 Habit Reboot Course to join the workshop. < Click here to buy it >
You'll get lifetime access to my seasonal planning workshops!!
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!

Episode 27: Joy Habits - purposefully stirring it up
The Habit Lab
04/25/24 • 22 min
We most often wait for it to happen to us or organically arise. If we know all the power joy holds- why wouldn't we purposefully have it as a tool we use?
Jenna discusses two categories of joy that she has built habits in to stir up joy.
- playfulness: humor, dance parties, physical play, silly accents
- rest: sabbath, break from chores, outside moments, laying in the sun
If you're interested in more info on what it'd look like to work with Jenna as a coach: shoot her an email: [email protected]
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Want to join Jenna's Bible Habit group- become a $9/month sponsor of our podcast & you get access to the Private Group, monthly calls & more -
Click this link to start
patreon.com/TheHabitLab
You can start at any point in the year!
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How many episodes does The Habit Lab have?
The Habit Lab currently has 61 episodes available.
What topics does The Habit Lab cover?
The podcast is about Life Hacks, Goal Setting, Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.
What is the most popular episode on The Habit Lab?
The episode title 'Episode 27: Joy Habits - purposefully stirring it up' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Habit Lab?
The average episode length on The Habit Lab is 31 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Habit Lab released?
Episodes of The Habit Lab are typically released every 7 days, 14 hours.
When was the first episode of The Habit Lab?
The first episode of The Habit Lab was released on Oct 9, 2023.
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