I help people choose joy & thrive daily.
Rachel Bents is a keynote speaker, author, and podcaster. Keynotes, books, and a podcast that show you why joy matters and how to choose it, no matter what life looks like.
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“Joy is something we build, not something we stumble into.”
(Rachel Bents) : Keynote: Joy Is the Strategy
Rachel's story meets the neuroscience of why joy is something we build, not something we stumble into. Audiences leave energized with the ENJOY Method™, the Joy Macros™, and three actionable practices to start before tomorrow morning.
Action in Practice: Immediate tools to rewire your default state and choose joy on purpose.
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Rachel Bents is available for corporate, HR, women’s leadership, and executive wellness events.
Keynotes and workshops that help you choose joy on purpose.
Rooted in neuroscience and personal experience, these talks show why joy matters and how to choose it, no matter what life looks like.
Key Themes
- Neuroscience of the stuck vs rewired brain
- The ENJOY Method™ framework for daily life
- Actionable Joy Macros™ for immediate relief
Key Outcomes
- Increased team resilience and morale
- Practical tools for daily stress management
- Shared language for choosing joy together
Key Themes
- Deep dive into the five ENJOY pillars
- Group exercises for connection and giving
- Personalized Joy Plate mapping sessions
Key Outcomes
- Customized joy action plans for attendees
- Stronger team bonds and communication
- Sustainable habits for workplace wellness
Key Themes
- Aligning leadership values with joy
- Neuroscience-based decision making
- Building a culture of sustainable energy
Key Outcomes
- Renewed leadership vision and purpose
- Strategies for pro-aging and vitality
- Actionable culture-building frameworks
Key Themes
- Finding joy in the midst of life
- Faith, fun, and fitness in harmony
- Open to something greater together
Key Outcomes
- Deepened sense of spiritual connection
- Practical joy-filled life habits
- Uplifting community experience
Need a custom talk?
I work with corporate, HR, leadership, and faith-based groups to tailor my message to your specific needs.
Upcoming Events & Tour Dates
Join Rachel Bents live at keynotes, interactive workshops, and community gatherings nationwide.
Virtual Keynote: When Success Feels Empty Seminar
Virtual keynote masterclass seminar led by Rachel Bents exploring the path forward when conventional success feels unfulfilling.
Podcast Feature: You Know You Belong
Rachel Bents featured on "You Know You Belong" podcast exploring belonging and intentional joy.
Book Signing: Joy Is the Strategy & Be With
39/39 Tour book signing and community meet-up for Joy Is the Strategy & Be With in Bloomington, Indiana.
Workshop: Club Pilates Joy Talk
Join Rachel Bents for a special Club Pilates Joy Talk workshop in Eagan, MN. Call the studio to sign up.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
Book Signing: Joy Is the Strategy & Be With
39/39 Tour book signing and community gathering in Bayfield, Wisconsin.
JOY Pop-Up: St. Paul
Interactive JOY Pop-Up community event in St. Paul, Minnesota with Rachel Bents.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
Workshop: Club Pilates Joy Talk
Special Club Pilates Joy Talk workshop in Seal Beach, California with Rachel Bents.
Book Signing: Joy Is the Strategy & Be With
39/39 Tour book signing and discussion for Joy Is the Strategy & Be With in Long Beach, California.
JOY Pop-Up: Long Beach
Energetic JOY Pop-Up workshop and gathering in Long Beach, California.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
Experience Joy: Full Day Conference
Join Rachel Bents in Paris, France for an inspiring full-day Experience Joy Conference.
Book Signing: Joy Is the Strategy & Be With
International book signing and author event for Joy Is the Strategy & Be With in Paris, France.
L'Art de la Joie: The Paris Luxury Immersion & Women's Retreat
An ultra-luxurious, bespoke 3-day women's retreat in the heart of Paris led by Rachel Bents. Limited to 12 women for an intimate, transformative journey in joyful living, neuroscience habits, and curated French elegance.
NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly: Say YES to JOY
Live broadcast at 3:00 PM CST/CDT on NBC KTTC Joy Talk Monthly.
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