Joy Found Here

Have you communicated with angels before? Are there any angels you want to speak with? Whatever your walk in faith may be, there are angels that are guiding you along the way. 

In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by the talented Jana Lynne. Jana is a channeler who receives messages from angels, saints, and ascended masters. These angels have communicated with Jana that they are always willing to love us and help us be the best version of ourselves and provide healing with our highest good in mind. By helping others hear Divine messages, Jana’s goal is to be instrumental in increasing the acknowledgment of the presence of unconditional love in each of our lives.

Tune in to Episode 14 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn how Jana helps her clients through communicating with angels! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Jana’s walk in faith (3:35)
• How Jana invites the angels to her clients (10:46)
• Jana’s daily routine to practice her faith (17:10)
• The difference between an angel and a guide (21:57)
• How fear impacts our spirituality (31:14)

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• Email
• Website

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The relationship with self is the most important one we will have throughout our life which is why it is important to live with self-love and self-care. 

In this episode, I am excited to be joined by Lydia Knorr, a health and wellness educator, author, speaker. Lydia has worked for more than two decades in the health and wellness industry as a Registered Dietitian, with the majority of her career in media. Lydia’s story is raw and real and throughout this episode she describes her personal journey of the sudden loss of her husband, her experience navigating cancer and a period of unhealthy coping mechanisms. These unhealthy coping mechanisms served as the impetus for adopting a holistic approach to well-being that focused on the health of her body, mind and soul. The benefits she realized prompted her to create her signature program, Discovering Y.O.U. (Your Own Uniqueness) where she delivers keynotes and workshops in the areas of personal growth, connection to self and positive change. Lydia helps people get to the heart of what truly matters to them and demonstrates how becoming more of themselves, not less, is exactly what the world needs.

Tune in to Episode 13 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn about the aha-moment that led Lydia to living a more fulfilling and joyful life! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Lydia’s background (4:25)
• The aha-moment that woke Lydia up (8:02)
• How Lydia prioritizes happiness in her life (19:16)
• To nurture the relationship with yourself (28:00)
• The writing methods that help Lydia (36:13)
• Lydia’s mission with her work (38:26)

Connect with Lydia 

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Do you find yourself eating more depending on your mood? Is your diet causing you to bloat often? Your eating habits directly impact your gut health and that may just be the root of your problems. 

In this episode, I am joined by the incredible holistic health and life coach, Michelle Kesil. After struggling with chronic bloating & gut health issues  as well as emotional eating and intrusive thoughts, Michelle flipped her switch and began her journey to learn how to heal the body & mind. Through her education on integrative health & brain rewiring, Michelle was able to overcome her struggles and is now thriving in all areas of health and helping other women on their journey’s. Michelle pairs holistic nutrition with brain rewiring to help her clients get to the root cause and overcome their gut health issues, emotional eating, and limiting beliefs to become magnetic. 

Tune in to Episode 12 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn Michelle’s insights on ending emotional eating habits and building gut health! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Michelle’s background (2:59)
• How Michelle began emotionally eating (7:41)
• The tools that Michelle has created for her clients (16:53)
• A good first step you can take (22:04)
• Meditation exercises that you can begin (31:20)

Connect with Michelle 

• Instagram
• Website
• Podcast
• Book a Free Discovery Call 

Let’s Connect:

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How do you communicate who you are through what you wear? Your appearance is part of your first impression and you can use your personal style as a way of celebrating your unique and authentic self.  

In this episode, I am joined by the amazing Ana Malovrh. Ana is a certified virtual personal stylist and visual brand consultant and the founder of Choose Your Signature Style. As a talented but introverted linguist, she discovered the power of nonverbal communication that transformed her life. Ana works with high-achieving working women and men who want to tap into their personal style to upgrade their success. Throughout this episode, Ana talks about the power of style and how she became a successful stylist. 

Tune in to Episode 11 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn how discovering your personal style can help you communicate your authentic self with the world! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Ana’s background (2:49)
• Why the colors you wear should match your energy (9:43)
• To discover your style beyond trends (18:07)
• Ana’s first step recommendation to discovering your personal style (27:30)
• How your style can bring you attention and recognition (36:12)

Connect with Ana 

• Website
• Instagram

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Are you living a healthy lifestyle but not feeling your best? Low magnesium may be the culprit that is hindering your ability to live your best life. 

In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Natalie Jurado, the founder of Rooted In, a line of therapeutic magnesium-infused moisturizers that actively calm and relax your mood. She is a sought-after thought leader, educator, speaker, and is leading the wellness industry with her expertise in magnesium. Natalie’s mission is to spread awareness of the powerful mineral of magnesium for everyone struggling to live a full, vibrant life. 

To begin seeing the miracles of magnesium in your own life, use the code “Healthy” at checkout on Natalie’s website for 20% off and free shipping. 

Tune in to Episode 10 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn how the powers of magnesium can change your life for the better! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Natalie’s journey to finding magnesium (2:48)
• The negative consequences of low magnesium (7:20)
• How Natalie began her magnesium business, Rooted In (12:38)
• How to discover if your magnesium levels are low (19:38)
• If you shouldn’t use magnesium (24:04)

Resources Mentioned: 

• Book: The Magnesium Miracle by Carolyn Dean, MD ND

Connect with Natalie 

• Website
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• Facebook

Let’s Connect:

• Website

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Have you become more dependent on any of your anxiety-easing habits since going through a global pandemic? Maybe … too dependent? 

In this episode, I am joined by an amazing woman, Amanda Gorman. I discovered Amanda through her incredibly vulnerable blog post about recovering from marijuana addiction. When I read Amanda’s post, I knew that I had to have her as a guest to share her story. Amanda’s journey with marijuana evolved from recreationally smoking it to using it as a way to cope with anxiety and eventually led to her not being able to go a day without it. Throughout this episode, Amanda talks about her slow descent to hitting rock bottom, what her rehab experience was, and what resources have helped her along the way. Get ready to be inspired by Amanda’s recovery journey, her resilience to shame, and how she holds herself accountable. 

Tune in to Episode 9 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn incredible lessons from Amanda on facing the reality of your behavioral patterns and overcoming addiction! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• Amanda’s journey as a recovering marijuana addict (6:15)
• How marijuana can be insidious (11:02)
• About Amanda’s slow descent to hitting rock bottom (14:18)
• The rehab process that Amanda went through (19:43)
• The importance of becoming shame resilient (34:58)

Resources Mentioned: 

• Brene Brown: Gifts of Imperfection, Daring Greatly, The Power of Vulnerability
• Marijuana Anonymous

Connect with Amanda

• Podcast
• Instagram
• Website

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• Website

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Have the struggles that you’ve been through been a blessing in disguise? The difficult situations we go through in life often tend to bring the most life-changing discoveries. 

In this episode, I am joined by an amazing and badass woman, Dawn Serzanin. Dawn has lived a few lifetimes through her 32 years. As a young and talented student-athlete, Dawn was sidelined with an illness that cut her athletic career short. While recovering from her illness, Dawn went on to become a young mom, having 5 kids before the age of 30. Throughout this episode, Dawn explains the struggles of her recent divorce, how she has reconnected with herself, and her journey of rediscovering her power and her greatness as a survivor. Dawn is the definition of strength, resilience, and what real life looks like. 

Tune in to Episode 8 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn Dawn’s unique life experiences and how she has remained resilient throughout it all!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Dawn’s background and her current endeavors (3:03)
• About Dawn’s health problems and recovery journey (4:01)
• What being a mother of five is like for Dawn (15:37)
• How Dawn is re-emerging and reconnecting with her true self after her divorce (22:56)
• What has helped Dawn to continue her self-growth (31:40)
• Upcoming plans for Dawn and her children (37:37)

Connect with Dawn

• Instagram

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Do you have any special family traditions? Whether it’s a grand party or a small gesture, family traditions connect each family member and serve as a reminder that family is forever. 

In this episode, I dive into the background of my family traditions before being joined by my son, Greg Rivera. Greg has been an eye witness for all of our family traditions throughout his 25 years and he has a unique perspective as the youngest child. Throughout this episode, Greg talks about his memories growing up in our family, his view on how he was parented, what his relationship with his father is like, and so much more. Greg is smart, handsome, outgoing, and continues to make our family so proud with how he moves through life. 

Tune in to Episode 7 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn about my family traditions and hear my son Greg’s experience growing up in the Rivera household!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The background of my family traditions (2:00)
• About Greg’s memories of Sunday dinner (8:35)
• Greg’s experience as the youngest child (16:30)
• About Greg and I’s relationships with our fathers (20:15)
• The type of father that Greg hopes to be (26:40)

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The unexpected global pandemic last year reminded the world that change is always around the corner. While we can’t prevent change, we can decide to embrace it and make the most out of it. 

In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Rima Potter. Rima is a wickedly talented artist who created the Joy Found Here sign that I have next to me whenever I record. Rima is a teacher, an amazing mother, an amazing artist, author, and a valuable member of her community. Today Rima and I are talking all about pivoting and the importance of embracing the opportunities that come with inevitable change. Rima dives into her PIVOT acronym that will help you to make the most out of change, the difficulty of change, and much more to help you react to change with positivity instead of resistance. 

Tune in to Episode 6 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn how to face change head-on with a positive attitude to guide you towards your purpose!

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Rima’s background (4:08)
• Rima’s PIVOT acronym that you can use to embrace change positively (11:32)
• To release your resistance (18:45)
• How to become aware of your resistance (23:33)
• To ignore the boxes people put you in (28:53)
• About the books that Rima has written (32:00)

Resources Mentioned: 

• Book - Pivot by Jenny Blake 

Connect with Rima

• Website
• Instagram

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Who do you have within your inner circle? Your vibe attracts your tribe and it’s no secret that the people we surround ourselves with are the most influential on our behaviors and mindset. 

In this episode, I am joined by Michelle Young. Michelle is a nurse by profession and a constant student of professional development. She is a connector, attracting many different people into her circle and developing deep relationships. Given both of our passions in personal development, it’s no surprise that Michelle and I met at a positive energy group meeting and ended up in a Power of 8 group together. Today, Michelle and I are specifically talking about the book The Power of 8 and how to harness the miraculous energies of a small group. Michelle and I also talk about the power of prayer, the power of intention, the power in numbers, and the power of dedication. 

Tune in to Episode 5 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn what the Power of 8 is, the practices of the Power of 8 group Michelle and I are in together, and so much more! 

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• About Michelle’s background (3:00)
• How Michelle chose her Power of 8 group (7:14)
• What the Power of 8 is (11:30)
• What the after-party moment is (23:36)
• To discover what makes you excited and joyful (34:54)

Resources Mentioned: 

• Book - The Power of 8 by Lynne McTaggart
• Book - The Secret by Rhonda Byrne
• The Mindful Movement - Sara Raymond 
• The Mindful Movement Group
• Port Jeff Salt Cave
• Port Jeff Salt Cave - Facebook Page
• Port Jeff Salt Cave - Instagram

Let’s Connect:

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