Joy Found Here

What's the farthest you went from your true essence pursuing someone else's acceptance? 

In this episode, we learn a lot about personal growth through self-acceptance by the guiding hand of Amanda Greaves. Amanda is an Author, Designer, Speaker, and Motivational Consultant who learned (the hard way) that the farthest you get from yourself, the more unfulfilled and unhappy you feel, regardless of how many boxes you tick on someone else's expectations list. 

Throughout this episode, you'll hear about Amanda's transformational journey, the price she paid for putting herself second in the line of priorities for so many years, and the moment she hit rock bottom and started betting on herself. Amanda also talks about her career as an interior designer, the award-winning company she created and grew, and the moment "The Chameleon Diaries," her soon-to-be-published book, was born. 

Additionally, Amanda shares her thoughts on personal development, healing, trauma recovery, empowerment through meaningful connections, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 144 of the Joy Found Here and get inspired by Amanda's extraordinary story of resilience and bravery. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Amanda's backstory (3:00)
• The moment Amanda realized she needed to dig in deeper (7:10)
• The Chameleon Diaries is born (12:20)
• Avoidance leads to bad places every time (16:30)
• The importance of understanding YOU ARE ENOUGH (23:20)
• Owning our vulnerability can be liberating (28:40)
• You don't need to prove anything to anyone (35:50)

Connect with Amanda:

• Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Pre-order Amanda's book, The Chameleon Diaries: Designing A Life Worth Changing For

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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What's the aspect of your life you identify with the most? Do you identify with your worthiness, intelligence, and badassery or your fears, insecurities, and health issues?

In today's episode, the extraordinary Linda Brand teaches us to shake off the fear and step into our higher selves. Linda is a Spiritual and Empowerment Coach, Podcaster, Realtor, Entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, Gratitude Queen, and health & fitness lover. Despite being raised in a regular household with loving and supportive parents, Linda grew up full of fears. She spent many years suffering from health issues until she realized she was identifying herself as a sick person. 

Throughout this episode, Linda talks about when and how she understood the transformation she needed in her life had to come from within, what led her to realize the importance of what we identify ourselves with, and how she managed to shake off the fear of her. She also talks about how she started her coaching career and her show "Empowered, the Podcast." Additionally, she shared her morning routines, gratitude practice, and more.

Tune in to Episode 143 of the Joy Found Here and learn how to shake off the fear of what you think you can't do and step into your true power. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Linda's background and what she used to identify with (2:40)
• Linda decides to shake off the fear (8:30)
• We all are worthy, we all deserve more (10:40)
• You must know what you want. Have your wishes lined up (18:10)
• How does Linda's morning routine look like (23:00)
• The importance of gratitude and visualization (30:50)
• Do your high-five things every day (39:10)

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: Gina Devee - The Audacity to Be Queen: The Unapologetic Art of Dreaming Big and Manifesting Your Most Fabulous Life
• Sonia Choquette books
• Book: Joyce Mayer - Closer to God Each Day: 365 Devotions for Everyday Living
• Ask Yourself These Questions Every Day | Gabby Bernstein

Connect with Linda:

• Website
• Instagram
• Empowered, the Podcast

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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Eradicating old habits is a tough challenge; it doesn't sound logical, but we keep doing the things we know aren't good for us. The good news? There is no better time to try changing our habits than the next hour, meal, or day. The best time to change is any time; please keep that phrase close to your heart. 

Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Natalia García back to the show. Natalia owns Functional Nutrition and Wellness and is a Registered Dietitian, Functional Nutritionist, Food and Health Coach, Healthy Food Lover, and multi-certified nutrition and wellness professional. In her first appearance in the show, we learned about Natalia's journey into health and nutrition and the story of how she transformed herself after a full-blown eating disorder almost claimed her life. 

In this episode, Natalia guides us through a more compassionate and practical look at health and fitness New Year's resolutions. She shares her thoughts on the all-or-nothing approach to dieting and exercising, the best way to turn small changes into habits, and where most people fail when setting and going through their New Year's resolutions.

Additionally, Natalia debunks the myths about protein, fat, and carbs consumption, explains eating habits' sustainability, the truth about weight and numbers no one is telling you, and more.

Tune in to Episode 142 of the Joy Found Here and ensure you stick to your New Year's health and fitness resolutions for 2024. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Today is the day I start changing my life (2:40)
• Ask yourself: Is this habit lifting me up? (7:00)
• Why most people fail at their health and fitness New Year's resolutions (13:40)
• Losing fat vs losing weight. Is eating less effective to lose weight? (19:20)
• Natalia talks about the best protein and carbs sources (24:40)
• How sustainable are the eating habits you're about to implement in your life? (32:00)
• Three tips to improve your health right away (36:10)

Connect with Natalia:

• Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• Email: [email protected]

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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Almost no one notices the small print in the motherhood contract until it is too late; it is a short phrase that reads: "Forget about sleeping for a couple of years." Women who have been stripped of their sleep will do anything for a night of peace and a well-rested morning.

What would you do if you were sleep-deprived for five years? 

In this episode, I'm delighted to be joined by the Author, Creator, Mentor, and mother of six, Amy Wiebe. Amy's sleeping problems started when she was pregnant with Max, his oldest son; by the time Max was four, she hadn't slept in five years and had transitioned from the cute and lovely woman she had always been into a cranky and snappy person. Right before losing it, a light shone over Amy's head. There was indeed someone who could help her reclaim her sleeping hours; she just had to create it, and that's how Olea, the Magical Sleep Fairy, was born.

Throughout this episode, Amy shares the behind-the-scenes of the creation of Olea, this mythological creature that came and restored the peace in Amy's house, some of the rules the Magical Sleep Fairy demands to show up, and the long-lasting effects Olea's teachings have into the sleeping routines of children. We also discuss motherhood, parenting's powerful ally: imagination, Amy's online programs and resources, and more. 

Tune in to Episode 141 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about Olea, the Magical Sleep Fairy, and how it can help you create nights of uninterrupted sleep and peaceful mornings. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• A bit about Amy's life before the sleeping problems began (1:30)
• One day, the Magical Sleep Fairy had to be born (5:20)
• What are the rules for the Magical Sleep Fairy to show up (9:40)
• What makes Olea's ways so irresistible to children (12:00)
• What changed in Amy's life that made her bring Olea to life (15:20)
• Amy talks about her work with the Momas for Momas organization (23:20)
• What's next for Olea, and where would Amy like to take her (26:10)

Connect with Amy:

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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Despite being well-intentioned, the voice chattering in our ears about how risky asking for that promotion can be or the thousands of ways things can go south if we start our own thing is doing a disservice to us. Doubt and overthinking think they are protecting us, but without a doubt, they are keeping us stuck. 

In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by The Happiness Hussy, Christy Holt, to talk about finding happiness, overcoming self-sabotage, parenting, and more. Christy is a Speaker, Podcaster, Author, and Adventure Guide on a mission to help women free themselves from self-doubt and, using Christy's Spiral Stopper Method, stop reacting, take control of their emotions, and build confidence and self-love. She authored "Unstuck (for women)," her debut book soon to be followed by "Unstuck (for relationships)," and hosts the Create Your Happy podcast. 

Throughout this episode, Christy shares tips and advice on overcoming self-sabotage and developing a more intentional living, setting boundaries for ourselves and others, and letting go of past regrets. She also talks about her past, how she got out of the place her self-doubt had built for her, the link between inner happiness and self-awareness, and how she came up with “The Spiral Stopper Method” that has helped hundreds of people take their lives to a better place.

Additionally, you'll hear Christy's thoughts on relationships, parenting, personal growth, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 140 and learn why Christy is convinced happiness is an inside job and that you already have everything you need to live your best life.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

About Christy's first steps in overcoming self-sabotage (2:40)

Does being a mother get easier with time? (9:00)

Christy talks about the tools available to live less reactively and more intentionally (13:50)

Finding happiness in the journey (and not with the view at the top of the mountain) (17:40)

About people pleasing origin and how to get it out of our system (24:30)

How to let go of past regrets (and why you should do it) (33:10)

The importance of setting boundaries for ourselves and others (42:10)

Relationships are not a 50/50 thing (47:40)

Resources:

Book: Unstuck (for women)

Create Your Happy podcast

Get access to Christy's freebies!

Connect with Christy:

Website

Facebook

Instagram

YouTube

LinkedIn

Let's Connect:

Website

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Does this have to be done? Yes. Can I do it? Yes. Do I want to do it? No. Many entrepreneurs struggle with this more often than they'd like to admit, and most of them roll up their sleeves and get things done, hating every minute of it. The world would be different if there were a solution for this, wouldn't it? Oh wait, there is. 

In this episode, Jenna Spencer joins us to talk about the multiple benefits and solutions incorporating a Virtual Assistant can bring to our business. Jenna is the Founder of AssistPro®, a virtual assistant company that brings tailored solutions for busy professionals, executives, business coaches, and solopreneurs, granting them top-notch operational and administrative support. Despite her ascension in the corporate ladder, Jenna didn't feel fulfilled, so she decided to start her own thing. Fast forward almost ten years, AssistPro is a reference and leader in the segment. 

Throughout our conversation, Jenna talks about her experiences in the corporate world, what made her decide to start her own business, and how it was to grow a business when VAs weren't a thing yet. She explains both sides of the VA world, how to connect with the right one, and how to start working as one. You'll also hear her thoughts on detaching our emotions from the tasks we don't want to do as entrepreneurs, the importance of setting clear expectations, and why we must embrace delegating.

Additionally, we discuss AI proper use, fractional work, VA pricing, what the future looks like for remote jobs, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 139 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about this whole new way of getting things done quicker and better by someone who really enjoys doing them.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• How being a Mary Kay kid influenced Jenna's life (4:10)
• The sweet flavor of seeing your effort being rewarded (13:00)
• What is fractional work (19:10)
• How to delegate correctly (24:30)
• Finding the balance between AI and human interaction with clients (33:00)
• How to start in the VA world (36:50)
• Jenna shares her thoughts on what we can expect from 2024 (43:10)
• The benefits of reverse engineering your goals (50:00)

Resources Mentioned:

• Book - Gino Wickman: Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business

Connect with Jenna:

• Website
• LinkedIn

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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We've learned that everything we want is out of our comfort zone, yet no one teaches us how to survive in the discomfort zone. Still, if we dig deep, there's nothing comfortable about the comfort zone; there is no comfort in unrealized dreams, in not being ourselves. The comfort zone is actually a lie; it is the known zone. 

Either way, there's only one exit, and it requires a change in our belief system, which our guest, Janine Durso, happens to know a lot about. 

In this episode, the inspiring Janine Durso invites us to shred limiting beliefs, reveal our true selves, and, through that discovery, promote personal growth and connect with a deep sense of realization and fulfillment. Janine is the Beliefologist, a Life Coach on a mission to help others bust their limiting beliefs and live their lives to the fullest. After years of a highly successful yet exhausting career in corporate, a statement from her cardiologist put Janine's life upside down: "You'll have a stroke if you don't slow down, not 5 years from now, no next year, now. Go back to your house and change your life immediately." 

Throughout our conversation, Janine talks about her transformation after that consultation with her cardiologist and the importance of creating a healthy work-life balance. You'll also hear about her discoveries on limiting beliefs and why it is so hard to get rid of them, how she dealt (and still deals) with her own, and her advice on going from reactive to creative mode. 

Additionally, Janine talks about why she became a beliefologist, the origin of the name, the four steps of the Beliefology Method, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 138 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about Janine's formula to bust the limiting beliefs between you and who you were born to be. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Janine's background and transformation (4:30)
• What are you waiting for? (9:00)
• About the stories we have in our heads and need to unpack to set ourselves free (15:20)
• The four steps of the Beliefology Method (30:36)
• Everything you want is out of your comfort zone (37:25)

Connect with Janine:

• Website
• Instagram
• LinkedIn

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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One of the scarier things about growing up and making profound changes is the mess we must deal with as soon as we put one foot out of our comfort zone. We know we need the change, and it'll be good for us, yet unconsciously (and maybe innocently), we think changing will make things easier, all butterflies, rainbows, and flowers' scent. 

Accepting that growth is messy and uncomfortable is foundational for any change we want to produce. 

In this episode, I'm thrilled to be joined by the inspiring Jenna Allen to talk about the intimate relationship between profound life changes and mindset. Jenna is a Certified Life Coach specializing in mindset, boundaries, self-awareness, and self-care. After spending almost her entire life "trying to fit in," Jenna drew herself to a labyrinth of alcohol abuse, lack of self-care, codependency, and abusive relationships in which she stayed trapped for years. With proper support, the courage to face the mess of change, and the resilience to endure growth's discomfort, Jenna got her stuff together and retook the reins of her life. 

Throughout this episode, Jenna shares her journey into self-development and coaching, the traumatic past that left deep wounds she is still working to heal, and how she got out of her "rock bottom." We also talk about why creating healthy boundaries is crucial for mental health, the messiness of growth, and the challenging task of working on self-awareness.

Additionally, Jenna shares her thoughts on mindset changes, her favorite mindset improvement techniques, manifestation, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 137 of the Joy Found Here and prepare yourself to make the changes you know you need in your life yet feel a bit scared to make. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Jenna shares her rock bottom story (2:30)
• Realistically, growth is messy (8:00)
• Why we can't see the problem when "we are in the middle of it" (12:20)
• Be impeccable with your words (16:20)
• The transformational power of putting pen to paper (22:30)
• Jenna talks about manifestation (25:50)
• Although we don't talk about it, we are the creators of our mindset (33:20)

Connect with Jenna:

• Instagram
• TikTok

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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In a world where we are so used to attacking symptoms, taking a step back and paying closer attention to root causes might be the answer that's been avoiding us for some time.

In today's episode, the fantastic Dr. Hokehe Eko joins us to talk about brain health, disabilities, parental support, how to address the root causes of ADHD and autism, nutrition, parenting, and more. Dr. Hokehe is an Integrated Pediatrician, TEDx Speaker on ADHD, Author, and Founder of Glow Pediatrics, and the non-profit Kits of Hope. 

Throughout this episode, Dr. Hokehe talks about the fascinating story of how she got into medicine, her discoveries and recommendations to deal with the root causes of ADHD and autism, and her thoughts on nutrition for children and dietary restrictions. You'll also hear about what inspired Dr. Hokehe to write her book, "Children's Love Letters," her thoughts on getting our kids involved in the choice of foods we make for them, child development, mental health, wellness, and more. 

Tune in to Episode 136 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about Dr. Hokehe Eko's impressive work on improving our and our kids' mental and physical health.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Dr. Hokehe's upbringing and journey into medicine (4:10)
• We can heal our brain (9:10)
• Dr. Hokehe talks about parents' expectations and what happens when they aren't met (16:40)
• The importance of food and nutrition in child development (22:00)
• Finding healthier options for mainstream, packaged food (27:20)
• Dr. Hokehe talks about her book and what inspired her to write it (31:20)

Resources Mentioned:

• We must change the way we treat Children's ADHD | Hokehe Effiong | TEDxAliefStudio
• Book: Dr. Hokehe Eko - Children's Love Letters: A Pediatrician's Guide To How Your Child Spells Love

Connect with Dr. Hokehe:

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Visit Dr. Hokehe's non-profit Kits of Hope

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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What if the key to unlocking your true potential is buried in your mind?

In this episode, Stepanka Kuralova joins us to debunk the myths and misconceptions about hypnotherapy, explain how we can use it to rewire our brains, and recode the programming that keeps us trapped behind the brick wall of our fears and insecurities. Stepanka is an Intuitive Hypnotherapist and Coach, a Guide for Solopreneurs and Lightworkers, The Inner Glow Podcast Host, and a Subconscious Reprogramming Expert. 

Throughout our conversation, you'll learn about Stepanka's accidental discovery of hypnotherapy, the yoga session that changed her life, and her thoughts on the power of hypnosis to improve the mind-body connection. Stepanka also debunks the myths around hypnotherapy, explains the similarities and differences between hypnotherapy and meditation, and reflects on the pros and cons of practicing hypnotherapy without a guide. 

Additionally, Stepanka talks about the rehearsal technique, the Review, Recode, and Rebirth Virtual VIP Day, hypnotherapy and neuroplasticity, and much more.

Tune in to Episode 135 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about using hypnotherapy to find your way out of the forest. 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Stepanka's accidental discovery of hypnotherapy (4:30)
• Stepanka addresses the myths and misconceptions about hypnosis (12:20)
• The differences between hypnotherapy and meditation (17:50)
• Why it would be hard to practice hypnotherapy by yourself (26:40)
• What is the rehearsal technique (31:00)
• What is the Review, Recode, and Rebirth Virtual VIP Day? (35:20)

Connect with Stepanka:

• Website
• Join her Facebook Private Group, New Earth Women
• Instagram
• Listen to Stepanka's The Inner Glow podcast

Let's Connect:

• Website
• Instagram

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