Podcasts about finding your joy

Today on the podcast I'm joined by Ali Mortimer. Ali is an executive coach, mentor and speaker who helps high-performing women create more joy, alignment and fulfilment in their lives, without sacrificing themselves in the process. After navigating her own experiences of grief, burnout, perfectionism and major life challenges, Ali's work now focuses on helping people reconnect with who they truly are beneath the pressure, expectations and stories they've carried for years.In this episode we dive into everything from joy and success to burnout, identity and Human Design. We explore what happens when life doesn't go to plan, how we stop forcing our way through life, and why the very things we think are holding us back can sometimes become the things that transform us. There are some really honest and powerful moments in this conversation, so wherever you're listening from, get comfortable and enjoy this chat with Ali Mortimer.Find Ali here:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alimortimer_thejoycoach/Website - https://www.alimortimer.com/ The Joy Emporium - https://www.alimortimer.com/the-joy-emporiumCOME TO MANI-FEST 2026!!!I hope that you enjoy this episode, please feel free to leave a comment or a review wherever you're listening from. Podcasting is free so this really does help me out!Don't forget to use the exclusive podcast discount code “PODCAST” for 10% off at cannycrystals.co.uk or cannycrystalsacademy.co.uk!https://amzn.to/3VJKmet

Season 6, Episode 735: A Genuine Discussion of Intimacy and Sex. From Marine to Intimacy Guide: Andre Lazarus discusses topics on Pleasure, Vulnerability, Shedding Shame, and Connection with podcast host Ruan Willow. Rarely does a career pivot feel this surprising and this necessary. Andre Lazarus went from U.S. Marine to somatic intimacy guide, and the journey took a full decade of witnessing profound healing breakthroughs before he truly found his calling. Andre shares how his work (grounded in the Somatic method) helps everyone from trauma survivors to couples navigating alternative relationships. He's perhaps best known for appearing on the U.K. television series Virgin Island as a professional surrogate partner, bringing these conversations into public view in a way that actually matters. What does it really mean to feel safe enough for genuine pleasure? How can we be more authentic in our intimacy? Andre argues that safety isn't something a partner provides for you. It's your own responsibility, built through boundaries that are dynamic and require constant, intentional practice. Andre addresses male vulnerability, which is less commonly discussed. Men, he explains, often struggle deeply with reconnecting to vulnerability, and that disconnection blocks pleasure entirely. He also breaks down his three-pillar framework: open community conversation about sex, attunement to a partner, and aftercare. He also talks about how men have tradtionally talked about sex from their own perspective, leaving women, women's bodies, sensations, and women's pleasure out of the conversation, which has collectively skewed our culture's view of sexuality to the male experience and perspective, and erroneously perpetuated that this also applies to women. This is total lie and a very common, and toxically pervasive, misconception. Humans are finally looking at women's pleasure and experiences with sex, but it will take time to permeate the general populus to break the male centered myths. The more we talk about this the better! Topics discussed: Sexuality as Our Birthright and Vulnerability Safety is Your Personal Responsibility Setting Boundaries and Saying No Listening to Your Body's Signals Beyond Penetration: BDSM Exploration and Sensation Slowing Down and Redefining Sexual Pleasure Understanding How Our Desires Develop Breaking Free from Sexual Shame Sexual Performance Issues in Male and Female Bodies Self-Pleasure and Sexual Shame in Childhood Taking Responsibility for Your Own Pleasure Why We Shame Sexual Tools Helping People Find Intimate Connection on Television Finding Your Joy and Sexual Authenticity Exploring Different Experiences With One Toy Connect with Andre: Today, Andre balances private coaching, workshops, and a men's online course on sexual communication with growing media visibility, including the upcoming second season of Virgin Island.   Website: https://www.coming-closer.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coming-closer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comingcloserwithandre/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@comingcloserwithandre Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/comingcloserwithandre?_rdc=1&_rdr# Media profile: https://www.guestsonair.com/profile/andre-lazarus PodNation Podcast Affiliate link, Get 15% OFF with code podna15 on Ryze Coffee at ⁠https://www.ryzesuperfoods.com/⁠ ⁠Support the show and get exclusive content⁠ Sign up for Ruan's Newsletters ⁠https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow Get 10% OFF ENTIRE ORDER (min. purchase $69, no usage limits) with code RUANWILLOW10 on pleasure sex toys at https://www.kiiroo.com/ https://offers.feeliate.com/to92wTJh Affiliate link, collect your body's health and sexual health info with a wearable device for men from Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 ⁠⁠https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow⁠⁠ Ruan's book in order: directly from Ruan https://payhip.com/b/pMxn3 Copyright 2026 Pink Infinity Publishing LLC. All Rights Reserved. Andre's Bio: Andre Lazarus is a Somatic Intimacy Guide and media-recognised voice on relationships, sexuality, and embodied connection. His career has followed an unconventional path: from serving in the U.S. Marines to guiding people through the complexities of intimacy and desire. That breadth of experience gives him a distinctive perspective on courage, vulnerability, and human connection. He is best known for his role on the UK television series Virgin Island, where he appeared as a professional surrogate partner helping participants confront intimacy challenges alongside licensed therapists. The program drew national attention, and Andre's presence on screen highlighted how intimacy work is not about performance but about safety, consent, and the courage to connect. Through his practice, Coming Closer, Andre supports individuals and couples across a wide range of needs: men facing midlife performance concerns, survivors of trauma seeking safety, long-term partners wanting to revive passion, and those exploring alternatives such as ethical non-monogamy. Equally, he works with couples committed to monogamy who want to strengthen trust and rediscover each other. His approach, rooted in the Somatica® Method of sex and intimacy coaching, emphasises learning through the body and replacing shame with curiosity. While Andre has also taught workshops introducing kink and alternative practices, he situates them within a broader conversation: how people of all backgrounds can embrace intimacy as part of their wellbeing. His message consistently comes back to honesty, communication, and self-awareness as the foundations for connection.

Season 6, Episode 734: A Genuine Discussion of Intimacy and Sex. From Marine to Intimacy Guide: Andre Lazarus discusses topics on Pleasure, Vulnerability, Shedding Shame, and Connection with podcast host Ruan Willow. Rarely does a career pivot feel this surprising and this necessary. Andre Lazarus went from U.S. Marine to somatic intimacy guide, and the journey took a full decade of witnessing profound healing breakthroughs before he truly found his calling. Andre shares how his work (grounded in the Somatic method) helps everyone from trauma survivors to couples navigating alternative relationships. He's perhaps best known for appearing on the U.K. television series Virgin Island as a professional surrogate partner, bringing these conversations into public view in a way that actually matters. What does it really mean to feel safe enough for genuine pleasure? How can we be more authentic in our intimacy? Andre argues that safety isn't something a partner provides for you. It's your own responsibility, built through boundaries that are dynamic and require constant, intentional practice. Andre addresses male vulnerability, which is less commonly discussed. Men, he explains, often struggle deeply with reconnecting to vulnerability, and that disconnection blocks pleasure entirely. He also breaks down his three-pillar framework: open community conversation about sex, attunement to a partner, and aftercare. He also talks about how men have tradtionally talked about sex from their own perspective, leaving women, women's bodies, sensations, and women's pleasure out of the conversation, which has collectively skewed our culture's view of sexuality to the male experience and perspective, and erroneously perpetuated that this also applies to women. This is total lie and a very common, and toxically pervasive, misconception. Humans are finally looking at women's pleasure and experiences with sex, but it will take time to permeate the general populus to break the male centered myths. The more we talk about this the better! Topics discussed: Sexuality as Our Birthright and Vulnerability Safety is Your Personal Responsibility Setting Boundaries and Saying No Listening to Your Body's Signals Beyond Penetration: BDSM Exploration and Sensation Slowing Down and Redefining Sexual Pleasure Understanding How Our Desires Develop Breaking Free from Sexual Shame Sexual Performance Issues in Male and Female Bodies Self-Pleasure and Sexual Shame in Childhood Taking Responsibility for Your Own Pleasure Why We Shame Sexual Tools Helping People Find Intimate Connection on Television Finding Your Joy and Sexual Authenticity Exploring Different Experiences With One Toy Connect with Andre: Today, Andre balances private coaching, workshops, and a men's online course on sexual communication with growing media visibility, including the upcoming second season of Virgin Island.   Website: https://www.coming-closer.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coming-closer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comingcloserwithandre/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@comingcloserwithandre Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/comingcloserwithandre?_rdc=1&_rdr# Media profile: https://www.guestsonair.com/profile/andre-lazarus PodNation Podcast Affiliate link, Get 15% OFF with code podna15 on Ryze Coffee at ⁠https://www.ryzesuperfoods.com/⁠ ⁠Support the show and get exclusive content⁠ Sign up for Ruan's Newsletters ⁠https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillow Get 10% OFF ENTIRE ORDER (min. purchase $69, no usage limits) with code RUANWILLOW10 on pleasure sex toys at https://www.kiiroo.com/ https://offers.feeliate.com/to92wTJh Affiliate link, collect your body's health and sexual health info with a wearable device for men from Firm Tech 15% OFF with code ruan15 ⁠⁠https://myfirmtech.com/ruanwillow⁠⁠ Ruan's book in order: directly from Ruan https://payhip.com/b/pMxn3 Copyright 2026 Pink Infinity Publishing LLC. All Rights Reserved. Andre's Bio: Andre Lazarus is a Somatic Intimacy Guide and media-recognised voice on relationships, sexuality, and embodied connection. His career has followed an unconventional path: from serving in the U.S. Marines to guiding people through the complexities of intimacy and desire. That breadth of experience gives him a distinctive perspective on courage, vulnerability, and human connection. He is best known for his role on the UK television series Virgin Island, where he appeared as a professional surrogate partner helping participants confront intimacy challenges alongside licensed therapists. The program drew national attention, and Andre's presence on screen highlighted how intimacy work is not about performance but about safety, consent, and the courage to connect. Through his practice, Coming Closer, Andre supports individuals and couples across a wide range of needs: men facing midlife performance concerns, survivors of trauma seeking safety, long-term partners wanting to revive passion, and those exploring alternatives such as ethical non-monogamy. Equally, he works with couples committed to monogamy who want to strengthen trust and rediscover each other. His approach, rooted in the Somatica® Method of sex and intimacy coaching, emphasises learning through the body and replacing shame with curiosity. While Andre has also taught workshops introducing kink and alternative practices, he situates them within a broader conversation: how people of all backgrounds can embrace intimacy as part of their wellbeing. His message consistently comes back to honesty, communication, and self-awareness as the foundations for connection.

In this episode of ReBloom, we sit down with Anna Holtzman, a licensed therapist, coach, and what she calls a “multi-time rebloomer,” to explore what it really means to step into a more honest expression of yourself—and your work.Anna's story is one so many women will recognize. She began her career in design journalism and spent over a decade working in television and publishing before feeling the pull toward something deeper. Her transition into therapy and coaching wasn't part of a plan—it was shaped by experience. Burnout, chronic pain, and the quiet habit of self-silencing led her to ask a different question: What would it look like to trust myself instead?What unfolds in our conversation is both practical and reflective.Drawing from her work as a therapist and coach, Anna shares how nervous-system-informed practices helped her reconnect with her voice—not in a performative way, but in a more grounded, sustainable one. We talk about how fear of visibility shows up for high-functioning women, why imposter syndrome persists even with success, and how to move forward without constantly second-guessing yourself.Anna also hosts the podcast How to Trust Yourself, where she continues these conversations around self-trust, visibility, and doing meaningful work in a way that actually feels sustainable.Join us for a thoughtful, honest conversation—one that may shift how you think about showing up in your work and your life.Website: https://www.annaholtzman.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anna_holtzman?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==How To Trust Yourself Podcast: https://pod.link/1679033028Free Workshop: “Let Yourself Be Seen”: www.annaholtzman.com/beseenBig thank you to our sponsor: Jet Creative: A women-owned marketing firm committed to community and empowerment. Whether you're launching a podcast or building a website, Jet Creative can help you get started. Visit JetCreative.com/Podcast to kickstart your journey!

Dr. Kim Lannon helps us discover our joy by encouraging us to reflect on the sources of our peace and happiness. She believes that many people could benefit from freeing themselves from the noise of comparison. The key is to make a conscious effort to identify and appreciate your moments of joy each day.

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In this week's bonus show, Matt and Keith take your messages into the hotline, share a new advertisement, and discuss how to find joy amidst the chaotic news cycle.If you want to call in to the Bonus Show, leave a voicemail at (530) 332-8020. We'll get to your calls on next Friday's Bonus Show. Or, you can email Matthew at matthew@quoir.com.Join The Quollective today, and use Promo Code "heretic" to save an additional 10% off a yearly subscription (which is already 10% off a monthly subscription).Pick up Keith and Matt's book, Reading Romans Right, today!Please consider signing up to financially support the Network: QuoirCast on PatreonIf you want to be a guest on the show, email keith@quoir.com.LINKSQuoirCast on PatreonQuoirCast on Patheos

Fitting into fandom, finding your place and space. On this episode, Sandra and Kasey chat with a member of the Idling server who discovered their little community and podcast in early 2025.Charlie, known as chippsart on Tumblr, reached out to chat about their fandom journey and the topic of transformation in Supernatural, as well as fanfiction inspired by it. Charlie is also a talented artist who has collaborated on some recent Bang challenges.Sandra apologizes in advance for her Scoobynatural derailment.You can find Charlie on tumblr.~~~We're taking you for a spin in Baby's backseat.Dean's House Rules - Driver picks the music, shotgun shuts his cakehole, and the ones in the back enjoy the ride... idling in the Impala.~~~~~TL;DR - If you can't be bothered clicking on all the things in this description, just visit our website: idlingintheimpala.comWe'd love to hear your thoughts. Send us an email (idlingintheimpala@gmail.com)!All the Socials and AO3 and Fiction links: https://linktr.ee/idlingintheimpalapodcastOur Discord #backseat Channel.Interested in being a guest on the podcast? Give us some info about you here so we can connect.Feel inclined to leave us a tip for all this AWESOME content? Visit our Ko-fi page. Monthly supporters will get special behind the scenes perks!We've got podcast merch for our fellow idlers. Take a look!~~~~~Charities IITI Supports: Check out the Causes, ‘cause page on our website for the whys:World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)~~~~~For Those in the US: Educate and Empower Yourself, Find Ways to Take ActionSupport Basic Human Rights - American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)Prioritize Your Mental Health - National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)Thrive (Not Just Survive) After Abuse - Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN)  ~~~~~LGBTQ+ CharitiesSwitchboard LGBT UKThe Trevor Project - USA and Global~~~~~Our podcast occasionally incorporates brief excerpts from the CW television show "Supernatural" for transformative commentary and analysis. This use falls under the Fair Use doctrine codified in Section 107 of the United States Copyright Act. The included clips are short, constituting only a minuscule portion of the original work, and illustrate specific points within our critical commentary. Our podcast does not compete with the show's market. This use promotes public discourse and understanding of the work, strengthening its cultural significance.~~~Chapter Timestamps00:00:00 - Intro00:01:25 - When did Charlie get into Supernatural00:02:55 - Scoobynatural and Animation00:07:11 - How true to old school animation was Scoobynatural00:12:09 - Does Charlie have a favorite brother00:16:35 - Behind the scenes inside jokes00:21:23 - Other favorite characters on SPN00:22:51 - When did Charlie discover SPN fandom00:26:59 - FanFic is a sporadic hobby00:29:09 - The animal transformation of it all00:30:55 - Critiquing SPN's handling of animal transformation00:34:30 - Shifters got shafted00:36:34 - All Dogs Go To Heaven00:39:05 - All the aspects of transformation00:39:42 - Which monster gets the best treatment on the show00:40:48 - Avoiding the shifting squick00:43:37 - Animal transformation in FanFic00:48:54 - Charlie's artistic talent00:52:40 - Bangs and collabs00:56:49 - Impressive creators00:59:14 - Kasey's Secret Question01:02:08 - Finding the lighter side01:08:54 - Final thoughts and outro

He was off last week, but Civic Media Political Editor Dan Shafer is here to recombobulate this week's biggest headlines from Wisconsin including Wisconsin's Senior Senator Ron Johnson appearing in Wisconsin, a lot. Dan also gives an update on the big fight over 794. For our Friday installment of Audio Sorbet, we stories about The National Spelling Bee, racing sausages and a lost puppers who was found, so we want to know; where are you finding your joy? And we welcome the weekend, and we're closing the show with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Get Off My Lawn Edition As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice, they go a long way! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Jane and the show! Guest: Dan Shafer

He was off last week, but Civic Media Political Editor Dan Shafer is here to recombobulate this week's biggest headlines from Wisconsin including Wisconsin's Senior Senator Ron Johnson appearing in Wisconsin, a lot. Dan also gives an update on the big fight over 794. For our Friday installment of Audio Sorbet, we stories about The National Spelling Bee, racing sausages and a lost puppers who was found, so we want to know; where are you finding your joy? And we welcome the weekend, and we're closing the show with This Shouldn't Be A Thing - Get Off My Lawn Edition As always, thank you for listening, texting and calling, we couldn't do this without you! Don't forget to download the free Civic Media app and take us wherever you are in the world! Matenaer On Air is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 9 -11 am across the state. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! You can also rate us on your podcast distribution center of choice, they go a long way! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook, X and YouTube to keep up with Jane and the show! Guest: Dan Shafer

In this powerful episode of DREAM THINK DO, Mitch Matthews welcomes back the incredible Amberly Lago! Amberly is a true powerhouse of resilience, inspiration, and grit. She's been featured on the Today Show, the Hallmark Channel, and in magazines like Shape, Fit Pregnancy, and Health & Disability Magazine—all because of her amazing journey of overcoming adversity. After surviving a near-fatal motorcycle accident, enduring 34 surgeries, and navigating the challenges of chronic pain, Amberly has redefined her life with perseverance, faith, and radical self-care. Now, she's back with a brand-new best-selling book: "Joy Through the Journey"—a deeply personal guide to finding and sustaining joy, even in the midst of life's challenges. In this episode, Mitch and Amberly dive into: ✔️ The turning points and mindset shifts that helped her reclaim joy ✔️ The wake-up call moment that made her realize she was burning out ✔️ The small but powerful steps we can all take to protect our energy ✔️ Why joy and pain can coexist—and how to cultivate joy daily ✔️ The importance of self-care, gratitude, and connection in the journey to happiness This episode is packed with real talk, inspiring stories, and practical strategies that will help you spark joy in your own life. Don't miss it! ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS: Remember… you can now check out Mitch's OTHER podcast called “ENCOURAGING THE ENCOURAGERS” anywhere you listen to podcasts.   It's specifically designed for Coaches, Speakers and Content Creators and provides a quick dose of inspiration, strategy AND… of course… encouragement!  Find it on Apple Podcasts:  Click here Find it on Spotify: Click here Find it on Anchor: Click here Find it on Google: Click here Resources & Links

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In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Lucy Tran from Finding Your Joy to explore the complexities of the holiday season. We reminisce about the magical Christmases of my childhood, filled with cherished traditions and memories with my grandparents, and reflect on how those traditions shaped my love for the season. But Christmas is also a time that can bring pain, especially in the face of loss. Lucy shares in her experience and pain of the bittersweet reality of holding both joy and sorrow during the holidays. Lucy shares wisdom on navigating this duality and offers encouragement for those who may be struggling to find joy this season. Whether you're celebrating, grieving, or somewhere in between, this episode is a reminder that joy can coexist with pain—and that you can rediscover the magic of Christmas in your own way.

In this inspiring episode, Jess Kaskov, Certified Life Coach, Speaker, and Author, offers a fresh perspective on measuring success and fulfillment beyond traditional metrics, sharing her transformative journey from tech industry stress to discovering and pursuing her true calling. Together, Laurette and Jess explore how to design a life aligned with our passions, prioritize self-care, and make meaningful contributions to the world around us. Jess shares her unique framework for finding joy and purpose:  calculating your “Soul Salary”, understanding your "paychecks" of joy, and making necessary "budget cuts" in life.  You're going to really appreciate this practical approach to identifying what truly mattersIn this episode:How the threat of job loss became an opportunity for transformationUnderstanding and calculating your "Soul Salary"The four steps to achieving greater fulfillment and joyWhy "should" is the killer of joy and how to overcome itCreating a legacy of impact through authentic livingJoin us for a conversation that challenges conventional measures of success and offers a roadmap to creating a life rich in meaning and purpose.If you enjoyed the episode please share it with others, and rate, review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. To learn more about me and how I am Owning My Legacy, you can find me on Instagram @LauretteRondenet and online at lauretterondenet.com.

Have you ever found yourself feeling amazing, excited to work on your goals, when all of a sudden life happens - something terrible happens around you, omething big happens in the world or in the news, or friends and family are suffering around you. And you're left wondering, how on earth could you possibly keep working on your goals, feeling good, and choosing joy when it feels like everything around you is falling apart? I've got you, my friend. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you how to navigate the times when it feels like everything is falling apart while still finding your inner peace, your joy, and help you find the inspiration to keep sticking to your goals Mentioned in the episode: Get on the WAITLIST for The A.L.I.G.N. Method Course here to release your inner critic, discover and achieve your deepest desires Download your free Guided Journal To Achieve Your Goals here

#243 - Finding Your Joy In Running / Run, Walk, Run/ Live @ Atlantic City Marathon ExpoCoach Tadris is “LIVE” @ The Atlantic City Marathon Expo 2024. Coach Tadris has been coaching running & weight loss for over a decade. In this presentation & episode, Coach Tadris shares things that may try to steal your joy and things that you can do to keep your joy. CT also brings people from the audience to share their running stories.Let's Dive In. Would You Like To Support the Show? https://www.runtothebestyou.com/sponsors❤️ If you love this episode, please share it on your Instagram stories and tag me at @coachtadris! Please rate and leave a review on Apple Podcast. Thank you. HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER Whether It's Running, Weight Loss, A Challenge, or Some Other Goal: It All Starts w/ a FREE Call or Session w/ Coach Tadris - Click Lick To Register Now:https://www.runtothebestyou.com/one-free-sessionLEAVE A MESSAGE FOR SHOW (Voice or Text) @ coachtadris@gmail.com FREE RESOURCES: Website: www.runtothebestyou.com Follow On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tadris.parkerFollow On Instagram: https://instagram.com/coachtadris Thanks for listening and remember, Keep Calm And Run To The Best You! - Coach Tadris

If you work in emergency practice, or you're considering it, then this episode is for you. ⁠Dr Brooke Schampers ⁠and ⁠Dr Taleta Hompas ⁠are ECC veterinarians with more than two decades experience between them who create resources and coach others on how to thrive as an ECC shift worker through there ⁠EMV4Life⁠ program. In this episode they will tell you: How to better structure your shifts to optimise for sleep and health. How to navigate the swing between night and day shift. How Taleta manages shift work as a parent of young children. How to increase productivity on shift to reduce cognitive load and stress and get you out the door sooner. How to bring more joy into your emergency shifts.   We discuss what there is to love about emergency vetting, what to consider if you are thinking of a career as an ECC vet, and what other challenges there are beyond sleep and shift work. Contact us⁠ to find out about our Vet Vault/EMV4Life resource bundles to help you up skill and navigate life as an emergency vet. Lift your clinical game with our RACE approved clinical podcasts. Get your first two weeks free at ⁠⁠vvn.supercast.com⁠⁠  for more clinical confidence and better patient outcomes, or check out our Advanced Surgery Podcast at ⁠cutabove.supercast.com⁠.  Get case support from our team at specialists in our ⁠Specialist Support Space⁠. Topics, Time Stamps and Chapters 00:00 Intro 03:22 Why ECC? What's to love about it?  06:38 Are Certain Personalities Better Suited for ECC 15:39 The Impact of Shift Work on Health 22:21 Brooke's Routine for Sustainable Night Shifts 32:51 Balancing ECC Work with Family Life 46:18 Setting Yourself Up for Long-Term ECC Careers 50:32 Rostering 54:17 Increased Productivity On Shift 01:06:17 Finding Your Joy in Veterinary Work We love to hear from you. If you have a question for us or you'd like to give us some feedback please get in touch via our contact from at ⁠thevetvault.com⁠, or catch up with us on ⁠Instagram⁠. And if you like what you hear, please share the love by clicking on the share button wherever you're listening and sending a link to someone who you think should hear this. 

In this "How-To" episode, Dr. Patty welcomes Kimberly Jones of Revivalist Academy  to discuss the kingdom emotion of Joy.  Kimberly shares how the Lord showed her the way out of a dark season by finding the secrets of joy.  She differentiates joy from happiness as being an internal heart posture from God that is not affected by external circumstances.  They discuss joy robbers and how to combat them.  Dr. Patty shares some lessons she learned about joy from an interesting encountering experience that she had with Jesus.  Kimberly shares about her Supernatural Joy Ministry group which emphasizes practical ways to support members in learning about Christian identity, tuning to God, and being grateful as ways to live a lifestyle marked by joy.  Jesus addresses your joy robbers and shows you what your life could look like if you lived in the heart posture of joy in your experience Jesus encounter time. Links referenced in this episode New to the Podcast?  Check out the Trailer Episode for the Biblical Foundation for Experiencing Jesus!  https://PattyEJ.Podbean.com/e/trailer-episode-experience-jesus-with-dr-patty-sadallah   The Special Place Encounter Exercise   https://tinyurl.com/j742vpz4 Revivalist Academy https://RevivalistAcademy.thinkific.com   Related Experience Jesus Episodes: Finding Joy in Friendship with Jesus   https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/finding-joy-in-friendship-with-jesus/   God's Perspective on Eating, Drinking and Being Merry with Ricki Vann Stewart   https://pattyej.podbean.com/e/god-s-perspective-on-eating-drinking-and-being-merry-with-ricki-vann-stewart/    

Missy believes, "there will always be joy in teaching."Today we are joined by 2024 National Teacher of the Year Missy Testerman. Missy serves as at K-8 English as a second language specialist and program director for her school in rural Rogersville, Tennessee. In this episode, Missy reflects on her education career and offers words of inspiration and practical advice to nurture the joy in teaching. Plus, she shares tips on teacher mentoring, getting ready for the back-to-school season, and supporting multilingual learners.Teachers in America profiles K–12 teachers across the country. Hear firsthand from the people who are shaping young lives in the classroom every day. If you or someone you know would be a good candidate for Teachers in America, please email us at shaped@hmhco.com.

Today, we dive deep into the trenches of motherhood with special guests Emily Baldoni and Satya Twena, the dynamic duo behind the brand We Are Amma [www.weareamma.com]. These powerhouse women get real about the challenges of parenting in a society that often leaves mothers feeling unseen, undervalued, and utterly exhausted.From the isolating postpartum period to the daily grind of juggling work and family life, Emily and Satya share their personal stories of struggle and triumph. They discuss the importance of building a support system, even if it means creating your own "village" from scratch.But let's be real: sometimes, in the midst of the chaos, a simple text back from a friend can make all the difference. Jess and Scott share their own experiences navigating the unequal spotlight of parenting in the public eye.Together, they tackle the tough questions: How do we break free from the suffocating expectations of modern motherhood? What does it mean to prioritize self-care when you're knee-deep in diapers and sleep deprivation? And why is it so hard to ask for help?This episode is a rallying cry for parents everywhere who are tired of feeling like they have to do it all alone. It's a reminder that we're all in this together, even when it feels like we're worlds apart. There's SO MUCH goodness in this episode! Can't wait for you to dive in!Hear more from Emily and Satya on Instagram, and check out We Are Amma , a team of mamas dedicated to empowering and nurturing mamas at every stage.Get 10% OFF parenting courses and kids' printable activities at Nurtured First using the code ROBOTUNICORN.Credits:Editing by The Pod Cabin Artwork by Wallflower Studio Production by Nurtured First

Are you ready to transform fear into excitement and find true inner peace? Embrace fear as a signpost for growth? Learn how to release those things that trigger you?Hear Lauren Abrams and Lisa McCourt discuss embracing fear as a signal for potential growth and change. Learn how to shift your mindset from fear to excitement and allow it to guide you toward your most fulfilling life. Discover the profound difference between conditioned wants and soul wants, and how aligning your actions with your true desires can bring unparalleled joy. "That fear means that, oh, there's something potentially big and juicy in front of me here."    - Lisa (15:06)  “Emotion is meant to flow through us and be released. And when we have traumatic situations or little traumas, it doesn't have to be what we think of as traumas.” -Lisa (8:46) Uncover techniques for managing emotional triggers and practicing self-compassion to release stored emotional pain. “When we have these triggers happen, the tendency is to tense up either our physical bodies or just our energetic body. And usually, you can feel somewhere in your physical body got tense, whether your brow is furrowed or your shoulders. So then it's just relaxing your whole physical body when you have the ability to do this in the moment.” - Lisa (10:07) Discover from Lisa how adding mindfulness and meditation into your everyday routine can help you see things differently and experience general emotional development.  “It's giving yourself compassion around your anxiety. We compound everything. We feel anxiety, and then we get mad at ourselves for feeling anxiety, or we feel, you know, like annoyed or stressed. And then it's like, what do you have to be stressed about? You should be so good. You know, it's like we compound it by judging ourselves for our negative emotions.” - Lisa (13:19)  Find out the deep insights Lisa shares as she explores how these transformational strategies act as triggers for you to re-establish a deep connection with yourself. Learn more about how mindfulness and meditation help you distinguish between the critical and loving voices inside of you. “Our negative emotions are just human. They're beautiful, and they're there because of something that took place. And it's okay. And we just have to love ourselves through it.” - Lisa (13:34)  The Path to True Happiness: "We have to learn how to have the peace, the joy, the calm in our inner landscape, and then that energy goes out and so effortlessly starts changing everything in our external landscape."      - Lisa (16:50)  One of the standout segments in this episode is Lisa's advice on discerning between conditioned wants and what your soul truly desires. This guidance is a game-changer for anyone feeling unfulfilled, despite ticking off all the metaphorical boxes of success. Lisa passionately emphasizes aligning your actions with what genuinely brings you fulfillment. “It's really just, again, getting some discernment between the voices in our head like that super loud voice of our inner critic and that ticker tape that's constantly going by. We have to be able to quiet that to hear the little bit more sensitive, delicate voice behind it.” - Lisa (20:30) Learn self-compassion techniques. Be gentle with yourself. Recognize and release negative thoughts, and practice self-compassion to overcome past conditioning and emotional pain. “Hear the voice in your head, take some distance to, to watch the thoughts that are going by. We bring so much additional interior muck into our worlds with that voice in our heads, which goes on to create all these problems that we have out here. The whole game of whack a mole could basically be avoided if we would learn to be more compassionate with ourselves and not let our thoughts take us down all these dark roads.” - Lisa (27:55)   In this episode:  (00:34) - Introduction of the guest, Lisa McCourt (07:13) - Discussion on taking pauses and managing stress (09:39) - Coping mechanisms for disturbances (11:03) - Effective tools for anxiety and overwhelm (13:06) - Being comfortable with fear (14:58) - The gifts of living in joy and bliss (17:02) - The power of practicing self-refrain (17:44) - Conclusion on personal mastery (17:59) - Inner Consciousness and Happiness (18:13) - Experience of Silent Retreat (18:40) - Impact of Silent Retreat and Personal Growth (19:12) - Conditioned Wants vs Soul Wants (20:19) - Pleasure and Chores vs Inner Calling (21:55) - Self-Care and Importance of Balance in Life (24:12) - Overcoming Life's Challenges and Discovering Authentic Self (27:30) - Emphasizing Self-love and Self-compassion   Resources and Links  52 Weeks of Hope https://www.52weeksofhope.com/        https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyLA7Rb6E0PtKBhPGu1vcjA https://www.facebook.com/52weeksofhope/ https://www.instagram.com/52weeksofhope/ https://twitter.com/52weeksofhope Get your FREE Confidence and Clarity Growth Scorecard About Lisa McCourt Lisa McCourt is the author of "Free Your Joy: The 12 Keys to Sustainable Happiness" and dozens of other books about love and joy that have together sold over 9 million copies. She's also the host of the popular "Do Joy!" podcast and the founder of Joy School, where she's taught the secrets of joy to thousands of learners for over two decades. Incorporating techniques from studying with and writing for many of the biggest names in the transformation world, Lisa's trainings provide the most effective, streamlined processes available for accessing and maintaining consistent, authentic joy and inner peace.    Lisa McCourt's Social Media  Website  Instagram Facebook  LinkedIn X  Book   If you want to start your Podcast Podify - Website    If you're feeling overwhelmed by fear, yet you sense a deeper calling from your soul's desires, then this episode is for you! Tune in as Lauren and Lisa guide you through:  Facing fear and finding purpose The importance of self-compassion  Managing stored emotional pain  Listening to inner wisdom Dealing with anxiety and overwhelm    If you're ready to: Embrace fear and potential growth  Focus on inner peace  Start a self-care routine amidst a busy life  Discover your authentic purpose …then this episode is for you!    Key takeaways “Being afraid is totally cool. You know? I would definitely say just love that fear. That fear means that, oh, there's something potentially big and juicy in front of me here.” - Lisa (15:06)  “We have to learn how to have the peace, the joy, the calm in our inner landscape, and then that energy goes out and so effortlessly starts changing everything in our external landscape” - Lisa (16:50) 

Send us a Text Message.Join Natasha & Harmony Heslop this week as they talk about how to find joy in parenting.   Harmony Heslop has a degree in Art History from the University of the South, Sewanee and a graduate certificate in Museum Collections Management and Care from George Washington University. She has decades of experience in Art Registration and Curation working with private, government and nonprofit arts organizations. She met her husband through e-Harmony and they have a 9 year old son. Their son was diagnosed Autistic in 2021 - which changed the trajectory of her career. Harmony became a certified life coach through The Life Coach School in 2023 and now coaches parents of Autistic and ADHD kids. She lives in Wilmington, North Carolina with her family.  You can reach out to Harmony at the links below: Website: https://www.calmthechaoswithharmony.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calmthechaoswith_harmony/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554284915839 To get in touch with Maria:Download the "Work Smarter, Not Harder" free workbook: restovergrind.com/save-timeBook a free consult call: restovergrind.com/work-with-me Email: info@restovergrind.comInstagram and TikTok: @rest_over_grindTo get in touch with Natasha: Instagram: @natashatekeste Website: natashatekeste.com

Are you ready to build a brand and business that brings you joy? In this episode, I chat with my beautiful friend Meg Joyce, a brand therapist and the founder of InKind Design, who helps business owners redesign their brand and their lives for happiness. Meg shares her journey of starting a business, the struggles she faced, and how using creativity as a catalyst allows us to embrace our uniqueness and express our true selves through our brand. Through her brand therapy process, individuals can tap into their creativity, declutter their minds, and make better decisions to create a brand that resonates with their values, passions, and true essence, leading to long-term happiness and sustainable growth. In this episode, we discuss: Redesigning a brand for happiness Building a business to feed your soul The necessity of self-care and therapy in nurturing brand growth, unlocking potential, and fostering emotional readiness The impact of creativity and the role of brand therapy   Ready to learn more or connect with Meg Joyce? Check out her website Join the Inkspace brand growth incubator Follow Meg on Instagram @inkind_inkspace   More about Maura: Are you a single mom, running a business and doing it all…on your own? Then consider joining me in Marketing: Untangled - The Single Mamma Edition. It's exactly what I needed 3-4 years ago. 90-days. A nourishing community where you'll make meaningful connections with people and resources that can support you on this journey. Mindful marketing expertise combined with the unique perspective and experience of a soft yet strong and effing resilient single mamma business owner who understands. Grow your business with 1:1 coaching, group masterminds, co-working sessions, and a live, in-person component, too. If you want to learn more about joining the first Single Mamma Edition of Marketing: Untangled, you can find more information here. I can't wait to share it all with you!  

This week's episode will help you reconnect with the things that make you happy. A reminder of what makes it all worthwhile.   IMPORTANT: Please do not listen to this audio when doing anything else – especially not driving.   If you find these sessions beneficial please leave a rating and review! Remember to follow the podcast so you don't miss the new episodes and please share these audios with anyone who may find them useful.   For more information about hypnotherapy and Ursula's hypnosis mp3s and books go to: www.ursulajames.co.uk   For an introduction to hypnosis the FREE 'Learn Self-Hypnosis' course will teach you some basic skills and how to use hypnosis to improve your life.   If you want to learn about Clinical Hypnosis, the Clinical Hypnosis Textbook by Ursula provides a comprehensive guide for studying the subject.   Ursula's book 'The Soul Midwife' is available as an eBook here. Use the code HYPNOSOS50 for a 50% discount.   Ursula's other podcast Petrified Voices featuring a narration of her book "The Source - A Manual of Everyday Magic" is available here, where you will find links to all the podcast platforms.   #hypnosis #hypnotherapy #anxiety #stress #mentalhealth #calm #relaxation #anxietyrelief #stressrelief #meditation #selfcare #relax #positivity #wellbeing #clearmind #deeprelaxation #healthymind #mentalhealthsupport

This week's episode will help you reconnect with the things that make you happy. A reminder of what makes it all worthwhile. IMPORTANT: Please do not listen to this audio when doing anything else – especially not driving.   If you find these sessions beneficial please leave a rating and review! Remember to follow the podcast so you don't miss the new episodes and please share these audios with anyone who may find them useful. For more information about hypnotherapy and Ursula's hypnosis mp3s and books go to: www.ursulajames.co.uk   Ursula's book 'The Soul Midwife' is available as an eBook here. Use the code HYPNOSOS50 for a 50% discount. For an introduction to hypnosis the FREE 'Learn Self-Hypnosis' course will teach you some basic skills and how to use hypnosis to improve your life.   If you want to learn about Clinical Hypnosis, the Clinical Hypnosis Textbook by Ursula provides a comprehensive guide for studying the subject.   Ursula's other podcast Petrified Voices featuring a narration of her book "The Source - A Manual of Everyday Magic" and exploring the idea of inner voices is available here where you will find links to all the podcast platforms.   #hypnosis #hypnotherapy #anxiety #stress #mentalhealth #calm #relaxation #anxietyrelief #stressrelief #meditation #selfcare #relax #positivity #wellbeing #clearmind #deeprelaxation #healthymind #mentalhealthsupport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever looked around at other Christian women and thought if I just had “xyz” maybe my marriage could be better. Let me tell ya' it doesn't matter if you're in church and have grown up in a Christian home, marriage is still a lot of work.Thankfully, there's so much in Scripture to strengthen our marriages, and strengthen us when we feel like there's no hope and all is lost in our marriage. Do you want God to work in your marriage? I hope you'll listen to this episode and give it a share to your social media channels as we embrace a brand new series this month.Many of you asked for this topic, so we hope it's a blessing. Listen as Jackie discusses finding joy in your marriage. ❤️Connect with the ladies of Her Portion, HERE!

You deserve happiness.

Today we are talking with Brianna Shade. Brianna is a millennial who started off on the typical “correct” path.  Eventually she felt called to adventure and  left her job as a software engineer to travel full-time.  Fast forward to today, and Brianna is an entrepreneur with a kitty crocheting business.  She helps others embrace their inner geek and have fun while making cute plush kitties.  And through her business, she donates regularly to her local nonprofit cat shelter as well. Where to find Brianna: Website: kittyminis.com Instagram: @kittenkazoedle Facebook: @kittenkazoedle Pinterest: @kittenkazoedle * * * If you are enjoying Pirate Living Podcast and all the content we bring to you each week, you can support us and buy us a coffee at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/pirateliving⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Other ways you can show your support:  Subscribe/Follow Pirate Living Podcast, Rate and Review our show, Share the podcast with your friends Grab your Pirate Living Guidebook to Start Your Pirate Life here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.blurb.com/bookstore/invited/9817705/e9d00fd5eafd109a68b9eb4381f9d981c86f164f⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can find us on Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@piratelivingpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up with the latest episodes, awesome guests, and bonus clips. Pop in and say hi, we love chatting with fellow pirates.  You can also reach out to us to learn more about our individual and group coaching programs.  Ask Caron about her online nutrition program and the in person programs she's creating for teens.  For the little pirates in your life, check out Kristin's Books ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Abracadabra I Know What to Do⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Words Are My Wand⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠My Wins Journal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Amazon or her ⁠⁠⁠Emotions Toolkit at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kristinjoycoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  And keep creating good trouble. To show your pirate spirit and create good trouble, visit our merch shops: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pirate Living Podcast Shop⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TeePublic⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Forrest and Elizabeth welcome listeners into their home to talk about their changing relationship with the holidays, letting go of the past, healthy boundaries, glimmers, and different paths to taking in the good. Along the way they talk about different approaches to working with trauma, connecting with the body, and getting on our own side.You can watch this episode on YouTube.Key Topics:0:00: Introduction2:00: Elizabeth's history with the holidays, and claiming your own rituals5:20: Experiencing the holidays without an agenda10:15: Glimmers in Polyvagal Theory14:10: Working with a challenging relationship history21:35: Somatic psychology, and respecting the mind28:40: Regulating through movement 31:55: Staying yourself inside of your family38:45: Enjoying agency, and emphasizing beauty42:30: Entrapment and defeat, awareness, and saying no47:15: Attachment, contracting around desire, and taking a moment for yourself51:20: A practice of finding glimmers55:35: Self-compassion and camaraderie during the holidaysRegister for Rick's Yearly Program! The Foundations of Well-Being 2.0 is a year-long, science-backed journey through developing 12 key inner strengths like compassion, mindfulness, confidence, motivation, and courage. It's Rick's flagship program, and if you like Being Well you'll probably love it. Visit FWBProgram.com to learn more, and get 20% off with coupon code BeingWell20. Support the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.Sponsors:Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world's largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.Zocdoc helps you find expert doctors and medical professionals that specialize in the care you need, and deliver the type of experience you want. Head to zocdoc.com/being and download the Zocdoc app for FREE.Connect with the show:Subscribe on iTunesFollow Forrest on YouTubeFollow us on InstagramFollow Forrest on InstagramFollow Rick on FacebookFollow Forrest on FacebookVisit Forrest's website

Taking an editing break while focusing on a new project this week, so as we all like to find a little joy in life, I thought to share this show from 2021, all about finding it for yourself.   Finding Your Joy explores thoughts, feelings and anxiety with today's guest, Erin McCullough. She reveals how finding joy is possible at any time and that we do not have to do anything to matter. We are always relevant, and our existence is enough. Erin had no idea what to expect when she agreed to couples therapy. During the first session, she had an unexpected reaction, which the counsellor explained was a panic attack. She had never experienced a panic attack before, nor had she any awareness of her suppressed emotions. “It was a defence mechanism not to feel the emotions of when I was a kid.”   Our conversation explores the life transitions that occurred for her through a near-fatal accident, divorce and meeting the man of her dreams on the first 'swipe-right'. It's also a story about the baggage we carry always, wherever we go. Towards the end of the podcast, there is an exercise to explore and discover your own joy.     My full introduction to this recording, along with Erin's website and social links are all available at: http://www.lifepassionandbusiness.com/erin-mccullough-finding-your-joy     Life Passion & Business is dedicated to exploring what it takes to be Extraordinary, to face challenges and rejoice in the opportunities they bring, and to expand our vision into new ways of thinking and living. There is a lot to gain from listening to other people's stories. However, the real work begins by taking action in your own life. For full details of Events, Resources and Services visit: www.lifepassionandbusiness.com     Support For Podcasters: Running a podcast is fun, but it takes time and dedication. Whenever you enjoy a podcast please share your appreciation with comments, likes, shares and reviews. It helps other listeners find good content and supports the content creators and their guests. Another way you can support the Life Passion & Business podcast is with small donations: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lifeandpassion

Do you want to know the secret to making the best decisions? Are you sometimes scared to trust your inner knowing? Are you ready to find out when to act on your decision?  Join Lauren as she gives you powerful tips on how to make decisions and move your life forward. Learn powerful methods to help you create and act on the right decisions! “Answers emerge in the pause, taking that breath, putting your hand on your heart. And breathe.” – (Lauren) 5:24. In this episode, you'll learn the importance of pausing, listening to your inner self, and ignoring the outside voices. Lauren offers simple tools helping you make the best decisions for you and, more importantly, how to act on them once they've been made. The answers lie within, and fear often keeps you from finding them. You have to name them to claim them; when you do, they'll magically disappear! “I also never discuss a situation or make a decision without sleeping on it.” (Lauren), 6:38. Overcoming Fear: "Is fear stopping you from making a decision? Is there some kind of fear? [...] Because if fear keeps you from taking action, Then name it because you name it to claim it. And naming and claiming the fear takes the power away."  – (Lauren), 10:27. Listen and learn why you should never make an important decision without first sleeping on it, why hand journaling works best, and why staying aligned with what you feel is right for you is a must! Don't skip this chance to gain practical tools to help you become a strong decision-maker and begin living a richer, more fulfilled life! It'll only take a few minutes, but those few minutes will be some of the most powerful you've ever experienced, and you're sure to revisit these tools again and again! “If it's hysterical, it's historical; Look for some underlying root causes . . . ” – (Lauren), 7:42. “Silence and presence, that's how you access your clarity and openness.” (Lauren), 9:30. "If it's coming from a place of love and service, and it fills you with joy, and when you think about doing it, it just feels right, That's the right answer for you. That is the easiest way to come to the right decision.”  – (Lauren), 13:45. “Don't just sit on it; take action.” – (Lauren), 16:30.   In This Episode:  (3:03) – Trusting your inner knowing.  (4:44) – Asking the universe for a sign. (5:25) – The power of the pause and how answers emerge in that space.  (6:03) – The best answers emerge from within.  (6:51) – Never make a decision without sleeping on it.  (7:08) – Walking in nature without any devices is a way to pause and listen. When you do, answers emerge.  (7:50) – Pay close attention to situations that prompt strong reactions.  (7:57) – The value of journaling (by hand!).  (9:50) – The quiet moments that can be found in breathing-in, and breathing-out.  (10:40) – Striving to make life simple, especially regarding decision-making. (11:08) – The one question you should ask regarding what stops you from making a decision.  (11:22) – Naming and claiming your fear takes its power away.  (12:07) – Closing your eyes, feel, and find your fear.  (12:35) – The importance of breathing into your fear.  (13:14) – Taking action even if you're afraid.  (14:09) – Instead of going to the wrong person, do a gut check. (14:33) – Do what it is that fills you with joy.  (14:43) – Does the decision come from a place of service or selfishness? (15:01) – Regardless of where it comes from, if it feels right, there is your answer.  (15:25) – The Erma Bombeck List.  (16:09) – The importance of staying aligned with what's right for you.  (16:14) – Why hand writing journaling is the preferred method.  (16:35) – The Five Second Rule.  (16:56) – If it's right for you, it will work for you, even if you make a mistake.  Resources and Links  52 Weeks of Hope https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/ https://www.52weeksofhope.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyLA7Rb6E0PtKBhPGu1vcjA https://www.facebook.com/52weeksofhope/ https://www.instagram.com/52weeksofhope/ https://twitter.com/52weeksofhope Get your FREE Confidence and Clarity Growth Scorecard Schedule your Confidence and Clarity Boost Session with Lauren! Free Checklist: 10 Best Practices for Finding Your Joy

Going through my Mom's childhood and how she found joy. Even in her traumatic upbringing. 

After a radical shift in life circumstances, Carissa Grace (she/her) realized she was done getting her happiness and sense of worthiness from external factors and people. She dedicated herself to creating her own joy and began sharing that joy through social media. Quickly, she became known for her cheeky “What I eat in a day as a fat person promoting obesity” videos as well as her fashion-focused “Get ready with me” videos. Carissa is a content creator and public speaker who created @beyourjoy on Instagram and TikTok. She posts on her platforms about being confident in a plus size body and living a life free of diet culture. Carissa is offering discount codes to Fat Joy listeners for Pennington's (code: beyourjoy) and Bloomchic (code: beyourjoy15).Please connect with Carissa through Instagram and TikTok.This episode's poem is called “So Much Happiness” by Naomi Shihab Nye.After recording the interview, Sophia asks each guest 10 unexpected, unrehearsed questions designed to go even deeper. Check it out by subscribing through Apple Podcast Subscriptions or Patreon for as little as $2.You can connect with Fat Joy on our website, Instagram, and YouTube (full video episodes here!). Want to share the fat love? Please rate this podcast and give it a joyful review. Our thanks to Chris Jones and AR Media for keeping this podcast looking and sounding joyful.

Notes:The Verbivore the Van Gogh episode of the podcast. That episode is:- Episode 203: The Van Gogh episode of Dr. WhoBooks and Films Mentioned:- Once Upon a Time Season 1 - Some Mistakes Were Made by Kristin Dwyer - Doctor Who: The Complete Fifth Series - Episode 10 “Vincent and the Doctor”Music from: https://filmmusic.io ‘Friendly day' by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com) Licence: CC BY (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Despite hardships, Auntea Kerel talks about what he is joyful about, Dawon is still living his best life in Rio, someone pooped all over an airplane, and the US Open was HELLA Black! CONGRATS COCO GAUFF! So, get your cups ready for Minoritea Report! Time Stamp: 0:00- Just the two of Us 7:40- Finding Your Joy 24:40- Diarrhea… Cha Cha Cha 31:54- Fyre Festival Is Back? 36:35- BDay in LA 46:50- US Open was Hella Black 50:05- September is Suicide Awareness Month   Follow Us-   MERCH: MinoriteaReport.com   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo_xKK1VRhPrVMQxm1SzTCg   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/minoriteareport/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MinoriTeaReport/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/MTeaReport   Email Us- AYA@minoriTeaReport.com   Spotify Playlist- https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0rVJtKJmesMkCgVKmJwc46?si=1455491d0a4049b5

Today's episode is about turning on the heat and holding it steady.    I once heard Cathy Heller use this water boiling analogy for showing up in life and it stuck with me.   So I share it with you today.Showing up in life,   relates to a new program I have coming out and a free 5 day workshop - Finding Your Joy that that is live August 7th.    Sign up here!    https://courses.kinshiphandwork.com/f/find-your-joyI believe, a joyfilled life is your birthright.  And living vibrantly is within our reach.   And if we can do it together!!!  All the better.  As the wise African proverb says, "If you want to go fast, go alone.  If you want to go far, go together."I'd love to hear your thoughts on this water boiling analogy and have you join us next week!tina@kinshiphandwork.com

It was so amazing to chat with music ed mama, business owner, philanthropist, ILLUSTRATOR and music advocate: Jenna Day on #MusicEdLove this week!!! In this episode, Jenna… Read more "Finding Your Joy & Paying it Forward with Jenna Day"

One of the biggest names in the New York City art world today, Isolde Brielmaier has left her mark on some of the most prestigious museums in the country, including the Guggenheim Museum, the Bronx Museum of Art, and the SCAD Museum of Art, and has contributed to countless contemporary art and culture programs for companies such as The Peninsula Hotels, Valentino, Gucci, and New York Magazine. Isolde now serves as the Deputy Director of the New Museum and Guest Curator at the International Center of Photography in New York City, and in this interview we discuss everything she loves about working in the art world, the daily nine-to-five as a curator, and how she's leading the next generation of artists and art curators forward. Don't miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we talk about:What Isolde's background as a ballet dancer taught her about confidence, self-validation, and disciplineHow she first got involved in the contemporary art space, the art and culture programs she has helped develop, and how the art world has changed throughout her career‘Paying it forward' – how Isolde is adding to the progress enacted by her predecessors through her focus on collaboration and representationHer ever-evolving confidence journey, and how she seeks to instill confidence in her daughterThe importance of practicing gratitude, and the transformative and powerful energy of joyFind Isolde Brielmaier:https://www.isoldeb.comIG: @isolde_brielmaierLinkedIn: Isolde BrielmaierFollow Lydia:www.lydiafenet.comIG: @lydiafenetLinkedIn: Lydia Fenet

One of the biggest names in the New York City art world today, Isolde Brielmaier has left her mark on some of the most prestigious museums in the country, including the Guggenheim Museum, the Bronx Museum of Art, and the SCAD Museum of Art, and has contributed to countless contemporary art and culture programs for companies such as The Peninsula Hotels, Valentino, Gucci, and New York Magazine. Isolde now serves as the Deputy Director of the New Museum and Guest Curator at the International Center of Photography in New York City, and in this interview we discuss everything she loves about working in the art world, the daily nine-to-five as a curator, and how she's leading the next generation of artists and art curators forward. Don't miss this episode of Claim Your Confidence where we talk about: What Isolde's background as a ballet dancer taught her about confidence, self-validation, and discipline How she first got involved in the contemporary art space, the art and culture programs she has helped develop, and how the art world has changed throughout her career ‘Paying it forward' – how Isolde is adding to the progress enacted by her predecessors through her focus on collaboration and representation Her ever-evolving confidence journey, and how she seeks to instill confidence in her daughter The importance of practicing gratitude, and the transformative and powerful energy of joy Find Isolde Brielmaier: https://www.isoldeb.com/ IG: @isolde_brielmaier LinkedIn: Isolde Brielmaier Follow Lydia: www.lydiafenet.com IG: @lydiafenet LinkedIn: Lydia Fenet Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: https://bit.ly/ClaimYourConfidencePodcast If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, Tweet, or send this link to a friend: https://bit.ly/ClaimYourConfidencePodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“You don't go through things that you aren't able to overcome”Do you want to create more joy in your life?Do you find joy along the way to the thing that you think will create the most joy in your life? In other words, do you want to know how to be more joyful?Then let me introduce you to our guest today, Erica Lasan. Erica is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, wife, and mom on a mission to transform the world through RADICAL JOY!Starting with a jewelry line at age 13, writing for several outlets, and eventually producing content for various media publications (including EBONY, Black & Sexy TV, and Mom.com), Erica Lasan has built a career around creative expression and service for over two decades.After being laid off in 2016 (and an unexpected transition into motherhood), Erica looked to “JOYGems” gained throughout her career to establish JOYrney To Purpose™.Now in her role as a JOY Strategist & Creative Consultant, Erica serves corporations, busy entrepreneurial women, and caregivers in learning how to create more: time, energy, and space to rediscover JOY in life and business. Through her 3-step JOYrney™ process, Erica leads workshops, speaking engagements, community-based challenges, and coaching to build intentional daily habits around JOY in every area of life…ONE feel-good thing at a time!In today's episode, we discuss: What is joy?How to find joy during trying times How to ask and look for signs that you're being supported Why you're always where you need to beWhy joy is your birthrightConnect with ERICAWEBSITE: https://www.ericalasan.com/INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ericalasan/The JOYrney Daily™ Planner: https://amzn.to/3Ys7L3Q#JOYGem quiz: http://ericalasan.com/quizConnect with BRIANNE:Join my Newsletter here!Brianne's SUBSTACK: https://briannehogan.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briehogan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/briannehoganwriterVisit Brianne's website: https://www.briannehogan.ca Buy Brianne's books: http://briannehogan.ca/books Support the showJoin the DO YOU community:Watch on YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLsiPNsr0AP0VzbUhxfwrUQFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/527426815332490Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doyoupod

Is your wallet fuller than your life? Join me and my guest Jennifer Dawn for a provocative and eye opening conversation about life, work and the illusion of "balance. Jennifer coaches business owners to seven figures and beyond without sacrificing their personal life. She's the creator of Best Planner Ever, author of The Joy Guide: Finding Your Joy In A World of Crap, and founder of Jennifer Dawn Coaching & Consulting (JenniferDawnCoaching.com). Jennifer is a Profit First certified coach and host of the Happy Productive podcast. She began her entrepreneurial career at age 8 selling, as she says, "...apples off her grandfather's tree because a lemonade stand was so “yesterday”. With that early foray into entrepreneurship she went on to launch a cake decorating business in high school, and work for the Governor of Florida, and IBM in her early 20's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For the 71st episode, I invited Donnalynn Riley to speak about emotional well-being & finding your joy. In this episode you will learn...

In the U.S. 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen annually. Of those 365,000 nearly 90% are fatal. For those that survive, deprivation of oxygen to the brain can cause what is known as "anoxic brain injury". Today's episode is with special guest Whitney. She is a young widow of her beloved husband Ryan, a 35 year old Police Officer/K9 handler who was one of the 90% of the statistics due to the result of a bee sting. Her life changed upside down in a moment, at the same time of raising a young child and expecting with her second. In this special episode, we talk about the true meaning of what grief can look like, how society can make the process challenging, and how even through the dark moments you can find your happiness and your joy again in life. Whitney is now the author of an upcoming memoir "Running In Trauma Stiletto's" and moving forward as a grief coach to help others in the community. Sponsor: Bella Sante Health (www.bellasantehealth.com/ IG: bellasantehealthandwellness)Special Guest: IG @whitneylynallen/ Memoir "Running in Trauma Stiletto's (releasing early 2023)/ 1:1 Grief Coaching "Metamorphosis" www.whitneylynallen.com/grief-coaching

Description: This interview is a rebroadcast from an amazing conversation I had with Happiness Coach, Kim Strobel. During this episode Kim shares her journey from dark night of the soul to teaching others how to take control of their happiness with simple habits. I loved this interview so much because we can all experience joy, even if we have ADHD. WE TALK ABOUT: Happiness research and how we can use it to create new “happiness” neural pathways in our brains The top 5 habits of happy people Gratitude and why every mom needs to start a gratitude practice ………….. GUEST RESOURCES Kim Strobel is a leadership and happiness coach who helps businesses and organizations prioritize their health and well-being so they can reach new levels in their personal and professional lives. As a nationally-recognized speaker & happiness coach, Kim empowers others to take control of their health, wellness, and happiness with simple habits that create work-life flow. When she's not rescuing dogs or downing a McDonald's Diet Coke, Kim's contagious, high-energy style has the unique ability to embolden her audiences. Motivational, inspirational, and always approachable, Kim's “real talk” attitude is a refreshing approach that authentically connects with hearts & humans everywhere. Website: www.kimstrobel.com Twitter: @strobeled Instagram: @kimstrobeljoy https://www.instagram.com/kimstrobeljoy Facebook: She Finds Joy https://www.facebook.com/groups/SheFindsJoy/ Podcast: She Finds Joy https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/she-finds-joy/id1487739752 Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-strobel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCysu6PhgvMm7I-PCqF41dHw Gratitude Tracker: https://kimstrobel.com/gratitude-tracker/ *If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Screenshot the episode on your device, post it on your Facebook profile and tag me @visiondrivenmomwithadhd ………….. SPONSOR The ADHD Summit: bitly.com/vdm-adhdsummit2022 * I am an affiliate of Holly's so if you decide to purchase the year long access pass I'll get a little love from her. I only recommend events that I have personal experience with and Holly and her offerings are the real deal. ………….. VISION DRIVEN MOM RESOURCES Share: #visiondrivenmompodcast Website: http://www.visiondrivenmom.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/visiondrivenmom/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/visiondrivenmomwithadhd VIBE-CARE TOOLKIT: www.vibecaretoolkit.com THE OVERWHELM CURE: www.overwhelmcureguide.com VISION WALK AUDIO GUIDE: www.visiondrivenmomwalk.com ………….. SUBSCRIBE Apple | Google | Spotify | iHeart | Audible | Stitcher If you're enjoying the podcast, subscribe, rate and review it in iTunes. It's one of the best ways you can help new listeners find us.

Are you taking the time to find out what sparks joy in your everyday life? Discovering new hobbies and interests, reigniting a passion from the past, spending time with the ones you love and care about. It can be easy to get caught up in the mundane and the madness of life. However, it is essential to find your joy in order to have a healthy balance. Not to be confused with just being busy, finding your joy differs from “busy” in that it requires you to look within and explore and challenge yourself in finding ways to bring on all the happiness in your life. Ask yourself, “what do I actively do to bring myself joy?” Today, Amber invites you to listen in as she walks through some of the ways she is learning to bring joy and light up her life. She discusses the importance of bringing things into our own lives that bring us joy. For Amber, this includes roller skating, piano lessons, and possibly in the near future, learning Spanish. She encourages others to find something that is just for you, easily accessible, and something you don't have to rely on someone else for. Being happy is a choice, but it's also deciphering what action you take to cultivate it for yourself. So what are you doing to bring joy into your life mama? Key Highlights Instead of staying stuck in the mundane or the craziness of life, take up a new activity in finding your joy Allow yourself the time and energy to rediscover your unique passions Take the time to look within and challenge yourself by asking the question, “what am I actively doing to bring joy and happiness into my life?' Episode resources: Amber's free intermittent fasting guide: ambershaw.com/fasting Use code AMBER15 for 15% off Magnesium from Cymbiotika: bit.ly/Amber15Cymbiotika About Amber Shaw Amber is a Body Transformation Expert, Founder of The Wellness Revolution, motivational speaker, and NBC Health and Wellness Coach. Having built a lifestyle that allowed her to embrace work, children, exercise, and well-balanced eating habits, Amber now works with helping and coaching women to achieve the same level of serenity and empowerment through a sustainable way of living. Connect with Amber Instagram: @msambershaw  TikTok: @msambershaw Website: ambershaw.com

You can and should search out the best of the best coaches to assist you in growing you into your best. Unfortunately, the problem is that many coaches are less than excellent. As a result, finding someone who is excellent becomes a real challenge. I support your commitment to seeking out the best of the best, but do you know how to coach yourself so that you can successfully coach others? Well, that's where we are going in the next two episodes.  Our guest for the next two episodes is David Novak. David is the Co-Founder, retired Chairman and CEO of Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM), one of the world's largest restaurant companies with locations in more than 135 countries and territories. Under his 17-year leadership, Yum! Brands doubled in size to over 45,000 restaurants and grew from $4 billion to a $32 billion market cap. David is a #1 New York Times bestselling author of, Taking People With You: The Only Way to Make Big Things Happen.  He is also the founder and CEO of David Novak Leadership, the parent organization to five non-profits dedicated to developing leaders at every stage of life, from ages 5 to 65. Among other things, David is a renowned expert on leadership and recognition culture and the host of the top-ranked business podcast, How Leaders Lead with David Novak.  David is recognized as “CEO of the Year' by Chief Executive magazine, one of the world's ‘30 Best CEOs' by Barron's, one of the ‘Top People in Business' by FORTUNE, and one of the ‘100 Best-Performing CEOs in the World' by Harvard Business Review.   Website https://howleaderslead.com https://davidnovakleadership.com/novak-david Social Media https://www.facebook.com/DavidNovakLeadership https://twitter.com/DavidNovakOGO https://www.linkedin.com/company/davidnovakleadership,  https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-novak-ogo https://www.instagram.com/davidnovakleadership Part 2) Finding Your Joy Blockers and Builders Taking People with You Why Leadership Development is The Most Efficient and Effective Use of Time Self Coach and Self Accountability Wellness Starts with Joy Finding your Joy and the Hunger for more of it Developing a healthy dissatisfaction with Status Quo Success by Definition of Reality What will be on Your Highlight Reel? The Power of Massively Confident Humility Curious about how to tap into what drives meaning in your life and create meaningful transformation in the lives you touch? Take a look at DovBaron.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices