Making Joy a Daily Essential: Practical Tips for Stress-Free Living

In this episode of Simplifying Life's Beautiful Bitchiness, Michelle emphasizes the importance of prioritizing joy as a daily essential rather than an optional indulgence. She shares her personal journey and strategies—like scheduling “joy pockets” into your day—to combat burnout and support your well-being. From the societal BS that tells us joy is selfish, to the little everyday shifts that make it non-negotiable, Michelle offers practical tips and real talk to help you build a life that feels balanced and joyful.

⏱ Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction: The Importance of Joy

00:37 – Welcome to Simplifying Life's Beautiful Bitchiness

01:27 – The Historical Burden on Women

02:18 – Reclaiming Joy in Daily Life

04:19 – Implementing Joy Pockets

07:31 – Personal Reflections and Advice

10:21 – Conclusion and Next Steps

👩🏽‍🏫 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why joy isn’t optional (and never was)
• How society conditioned us to put joy last
• What “joy pockets” are and how to make your own
• Simple shifts to reclaim energy, peace, and sanity

🎧 Listen Now:

📌 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Captivate.fm

💡 Mentioned in This Episode:

• “Joy pockets” → 10-minute mini joy breaks you treat like appointments
• Cultural lies that glorify burnout and keep us exhausted
• Everyday joy rituals (like dancing in your kitchen or doodling badly on purpose)
• How Michelle found more joy after her chronic illness diagnosis

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