Grief and joy can exist side by side—yes, even in the same breath. Join me and special guest Dr. Rae Lundy @theselfcaredoc for Episode 99: “Finding Joy in the Midst of Grief” We’re talking about how to navigate sorrow while still holding space for hope.

Special Guest:

Rae Lundy, PhD, Psychologist, Wellness Strategist, Speaker

Web: www.theselfcaredoc.com 

IG: @selfcaredoc 

What if the tension in your relationship isn’t about your partner… but about their pain? Or yours?

This week, I’m joined by Kaara Kiddoe, LCSW, Co-Founder of Authentic Marriage, to unpack how trauma can silently affect connection—and how love, awareness, and healing can shift everything. 

Let’s talk love, trauma, and finding JOY through the healing journey.

Special Guest:

Kaara Kiddoe, LCSW, Co-Founder of Authentic Marriages

Web: https://www.authenticmarriages.com  www.celebrationofloveretreat.com

IG: @authentic.marriages | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/marriagereignite

Book mention: Why Am I Like This? by Kobe Campbell

Is it just “mom brain”... or could it be ADHD?

In this episode of Journey to Joy Live, we’re unpacking the overlap between motherhood, mental overload, and undiagnosed ADHD — especially in Black women. So many high-achieving women find themselves constantly forgetting, multitasking into exhaustion, or wondering why they can’t "just stay focused" — but is it stress, or something deeper?

We’re joined by two incredible mental health professionals who break down the myths, signs, and real-life impact of ADHD in women and moms:

Special Guests:

 Dr. Shauna Pollard, Licensed Psychologist & ADHD Coach

IG: @drshaunap | Web: www.drspllc.com

 Jessica V. Taylor, LCSW, Founder of Therapy For Black Women

IG: @therapyforblackwomenllc | Web: therapyforblackwomen.com

If you’ve ever felt forgetful, scattered, or like your brain is constantly in overdrive — this episode is for you.

In this special live episode of Journey to Joy Live, we’re celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with purpose, power, and JOY — recorded in front of a live audience in Cincinnati!

Dr. NJoy is joined by special guest Dr. Anisa Shomo, family physician and author of Health Is Love, for a powerful conversation about the deep connections between our physical and mental health. Together, they explore how chronic stress, grief, and emotional burnout show up in our bodies — and how reclaiming joy can be one of the most radical tools of healing.

This episode also honors the dual book launch of The NJoyNAL: A Journal and Therapy Companion Using the INSPIRE Joy Method by Dr. NJoy and Health Is Love by Dr. Shomo.

In this episode, we discuss:

• How grief impacts both mental and physical health
• The science behind joy as medicine
• Creating sustainable wellness routines that protect your peace
• How to honor your emotional truth without abandoning joy
• Why Black women deserve softness, stillness, and space to breathe

Whether you’re navigating burnout, grief, or just trying to reclaim your glow — this conversation is a reminder that joy isn’t optional. It’s necessary.

Resources Mentioned:

• The NJoyNAL – www.drnjoylife.com
• Health Is Love by Dr. Anisa Shomo – www.healthislove.co

Connect with us:

Follow Dr. NJoy on Instagram: @Dr.NJoy.Life

Visit: www.drnjoylife.com

Follow Dr. Anisa Shomo on Instagram: @healthislove.co & @anisa@shomo

Listen + Subscribe:

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That job didn’t just stress you out — it changed you. Join me and special guest Julia Rock, Founder & CEO of Rock Career Development, as we dive into how toxic workplaces can silently lead to depression, burnout, imposter syndrome, weight gain, and a loss of self.

We’re talking:

✅ What workplace trauma really looks like

✅ How high achievers suffer in silence

✅ Career wounds that go beyond the 9–5

✅ And how to reclaim your voice, value, and joy

Special Guest: Julia Rock, Founder & CEO, Rock Career Development

www.rockcareer.com

Instagram: @thejuliarock/@rockcareer.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/julia-rock

YouTube: @thejuliarock

Your inner critic might be louder than you think. This week on Journey to Joy Live, I’m joined by Dr. Jada Philips — psychologist, coach, and Wife Mom Boss — to talk about how we unlearn perfectionism and start giving ourselves the grace we so freely give others.

We’re diving into:

-Why high-achieving women are often their own worst critics

-How to recognize the hidden habits of self-judgment

-The power of self-compassion in your healing journey

-Daily practices to quiet the noise and build yourself up

Check out Dr. Jada Phillips at www.theawakeningstudio.com

@drj_awakeningstudio; @reserveyoutoday

Join me and Dr. Naima Spradley, family medicine physician and CEO of Refresh Health, for a real talk on what burnout actually looks like — and why pushing through it might be costing you more than you realize.

We’re unpacking:

-Early warning signs you might be ignoring

-How burnout shows up in your body and health

-Daily habits and routines that actually help you recover

-How to protect your peace without sacrificing your purpose

Find Dr. Naima Spradley at www.refreshhealth.org

IG: refreshhealthmpc TikTok: refreshhealthmpc FB: personal Naima Spradley, Business: Refresh Health Modern Primary Care

Therapy is powerful — but what if your healing requires more than just words? Today, Therapist T and I are diving into the connection between mind, body, and energy — and the somatic and holistic practices that help you heal what talking alone can’t reach.

Join us for a transformative conversation on tapping into the body’s wisdom, releasing stored trauma, and creating real peace from the inside out.

Check out Therapist T at mentallyfourishing.com

linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/therapist-t-lpc/

Professional IG: https://www.instagram.com/therapistt.lpc

Private Practice IG: instagram.com/mentally.flourishing/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/mentallyflourishing/

If you've been feeling off, battling mood swings, or struggling with low energy, you’re not alone — and there’s hope!

Join me and Dr. Renee Allen, OB/GYN and women’s health expert, as we unpack everything you need to know about Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) — a powerful option for managing hormonal changes and improving your well-being.

We covered:

-How hormonal shifts impact your mood, body, and mind

-What BHRT is and how it works

-Common myths and concerns about hormone therapy

-How to know if BHRT could be right for you

-And Sex after Menopause!

Find Dr. Renee Allen at www.reneeallenmd.com and Instagram @reneeallenmd

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month and focus on prioritizing YOU, let’s keep the conversation going for our Wife Mom Bosses! Are you stuck in the "I Can Do It All" mindset?

Join me and special guest Dr. Nicole Washington, Psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer of Elocin Psychiatric Services, as we unpack the truth about burnout, boundaries, and why trying to do everything can leave you drained. It’s time to unlearn that superhero mentality and embrace balance, self-care, and JOY!