Joystarters with Rachel Baribeau: Nurturing Faith, Finding Purpose, and Pursuing Joyful Living

Rachel reflects on her recent experience at the NFL Annual Meetings, where she was one of just a few speakers invited to address all 32 heads of player engagement.

In this episode, she unpacks the power of authenticity, boldness, and true connection—reminding us that opportunities aren’t just given, they’re created when we step up, pitch ourselves with confidence, and build real relationships instead of chasing transactions.

She also challenges us to reflect on the words we use to define ourselves—because what you call yourself matters.How we see ourselves shapes the way we show up in the world.

Get ready for a conversation filled with inspiration, truth, and a call to lift each other up as we walk boldly toward our purpose.

Mentioned in This Episode:

NEVER MET A HAPPY BULLY:

Bullying isn’t just a childhood issue—it impacts schools, workplaces, and communities. Never Met a Happy Bully is a powerful resource designed to help parents, educators, and leaders recognize the root causes of bullying, take action, and create environments where kindness thrives. This guide provides real strategies to empower kids and adults alike, fostering confidence, empathy, and accountability.

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/9fb60f72a3

Damon West: The Coffee Bean - https://damonwest.org/

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

Links and Resources:

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions

https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

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Rachel is heading to Indianapolis to speak at the NFL's annual meetings, addressing all 32 heads of player engagement. Rachel takes us back to the beginning and shares how #ImChangingTheNarrative got its start. Sheencourages listeners to remember that if God has placed a dream in your heart, it is yours to pursue—no matter how daunting it may seem.

Reflecting on her own journey from nervous first-time speaker to delivering talks for professional sports teams, Rachel urges us all to dust off our dreams and take bold action, reminding us that life is fleeting and every moment matters. This episode is for anyone who needs a sign that it’s time to finally step forward, embrace their calling, and make a difference.

Links and Resources:

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions

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 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

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Rachel dives into the power of perseverance, the courage to stay ready even when the world tells you to sit down, and the deep impact of walking people home with intention. She reflects on Jalen Hurts’ unwavering determination despite public setbacks, the power of owning your narrative in media and beyond, and the importance of showing up for those we love—especially when time is short.

Rachel also shares a personal story about a family member nearing the end of their life, emphasizing that we all have the choice in how we walk the people in our lives home. She challenges listeners to ask themselves: Who needs to hear "I got your back" from you today? Who in your life are you choosing to show up for, no matter the cost?

With raw vulnerability, Rachel reminds us that we are not promised tomorrow. Every moment is an opportunity to be bold, to embrace life with relentless joy, and to leave a lasting impact.

Tune in for an episode that will challenge your heart, inspire your soul, and push you to step up, show up, and never waste time.

Links and Resources:

Join the Joystarters Club and be part of the coaching calls the 3rd Tuesday of each month. It's FREE!

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions

https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

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If you’re waiting for the perfect time, this is your wake-up call—it’s time to make your move! In this episode, Rachel gets real about the power of taking action, stepping into boldness, and refusing to let fear hold you back. This is your year, Joystarter! No more putting your dreams on hold!

💡 Key takeaways:

Links and Resources:

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions

https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

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You are not “too” anything—God made you exactly as you are, in His image, for a reason. No matter where you’ve been, what you’ve faced, or how unqualified you feel, you are called to something audacious.

Rachel Joy Baribeau explores what it means to pour into people, plant seeds of faith, and trust that God is moving, even when we don’t see the full picture. She dives into the practice of wearing the “Garment of Openness”—waking up each day with a heart ready to receive divine encounters, opportunities for connection, and moments of purpose.

She also challenges us to plant seeds for trees we may never sit under—investing in people, acts of kindness, and faith-driven actions without expecting immediate rewards. Because the truth is, our strength alone is never enough. We are called to lean on God, to trust in His timing, and to step boldly into our calling, even when we don’t have all the answers.

This episode will inspire you to:

God didn’t create you to shrink back—He created you to DO something! Step into your audacious purpose and start living with relentless joy today.

This episode was originally published by Sandee Macgregor on Conversations and Connections. https://sandeemacgregor.com/ Be sure to check out her podcast to hear the stories and testimonies of Christians who have developed their faith and their relationships with God in many different ways, with the intention of glorifying all the ways in which He shows up in our lives.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 

Mental Health Battle Plan - www.MentalHealthBattlePlan.com

Never Met a Happy Bully - www.NeverMetAHappyBully.com

Links and Resources:

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions

https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

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Reflecting on the strength of personal connections, Rachel Joy Baribeau Rohe discusses the impact of extending an open hand instead of a closed fist. She explores the idea that true influence starts with love—an act of vulnerability and courage that creates space for growth, collaboration, and meaningful change. Whether it’s in the workplace, your family, or your community, love is a tool that can heal wounds, bridge gaps, and spark transformation.

Rachel challenges listeners to step into the fight for connection with love as their greatest weapon, arming themselves with the tools of kindness, authenticity, and intentionality. She shares stories from recent speaking engagements that highlight the life-changing power of extending grace, listening deeply, and showing up for others with a heart wide open to possibility.

This episode is a call to lean into the magic of relationships and embrace the unique capacity we all have to influence those around us. With love as the foundation, Rachel invites you to courageously step into your role as a changemaker, creating ripples of hope, healing, and transformation in the world.

Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and let’s continue building a world where love and connection lead the way.

Mental Health Battle Plan - www.MentalHealthBattlePlan.com

Never Met a Happy Bully - www.NeverMetAHappyBully.com

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rachel Joy Baribeau reflects on recent experiences, including a transformative speaking engagement in Destin, Florida, and an impactful dinner with remarkable women that highlighted the beauty of stepping out of one's comfort zone. Rachel offers wisdom, stories, and practical tools for living with more grace and courage in 2025. She encourages listeners to embrace past versions of themselves, let go of shame, and say “yes” to opportunities that nurture growth and connection.

Dream Dinner Guide on Etsy: Download here - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1665476278/dream-dinner-planner-host-a

Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Inc. https://shpbeds.org/

Mel Robbins’ Let Them Theory: https://www.melrobbins.com/letthemtheory

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions

https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

Terri Couser, The Credit Expert:

https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriCouserTheCreditExpert

https://caretools.net/

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Rachel Joy Baribeau dives deep into an extraordinary conversation with Meghan Riordan Jarvis, a trauma-trained clinical psychotherapist, TEDx speaker, and author of Can Anyone Tell Me? Essential Questions About Grief and Loss. From raw stories of personal loss to groundbreaking insights into grief and healing, this episode is a masterclass in navigating life’s most challenging transitions.

Meghan shares her personal journey of profound loss, the lessons she’s learned as a therapist, and the tools she’s developed to help others process grief. Together, Rachel and Meghan discuss the need for societal shifts in how we understand grief, the misconceptions surrounding it, and the revolutionary work Meghan is leading in grief education and trauma healing.

Meghan Riordan Jarvis is a clinical psychotherapist, author, podcast host, TEDx speaker, and sought-after consultant with over twenty years of experience in the fields of trauma, grief, and loss. Website: https://meghanriordanjarvis.com/ | Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meghan.riordan.jarvis/

Dream Dinner Guide on Etsy: Download here - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1665476278/dream-dinner-planner-host-a

The Joy Journal: https://a.co/d/0Gprqjh

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Canyon Valley Provisions

https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching:

https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

Terri Couser, The Credit Expert:

https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriCouserTheCreditExpert

https://caretools.net/

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rachel opens up about the weight of shame many of us unknowingly carry and how it holds us back from stepping into our full potential. She shares personal stories of overcoming shame, financial struggles, and difficult seasons in her life. She challenges listeners to reflect on the areas of their lives where shame might be lurking—whether it’s about finances, relationships, health, or personal failures—and to commit to leaving that shame behind as they step into 2025.

In addition to exploring the power of forgiveness (and sharing practical tips on how to navigate forgiveness within families), she encourages listeners to confront shame by bringing it into the light. Whether it’s healing from past mistakes, embracing your imperfections, or choosing to show grace to yourself and others, this episode will inspire you to step boldly into 2025 with renewed hope and purpose.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 

Dream Dinner Guide on Etsy: Download here - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1665476278/dream-dinner-planner-host-a

The Joy Journal: https://a.co/d/0Gprqjh

Links and Resources:

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

 ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

Terri Couser, The Credit Expert: https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriCouserTheCreditExpert https://caretools.net/

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Rachel Joy Barbeau Rohe shares her experience speaking at Varsity Spirit. She dives deep into what it means to walk in your purpose and the challenges that often come with stepping into your calling. Rachel also encourages listeners to approach 2025 with clarity, grace, and purpose, giving themselves permission to grow without self-judgment. 

This episode is a reminder that life’s challenges don’t define you—they refine you. Rachel’s message is clear: embrace the journey, connect authentically, and never lose sight of the joy and purpose waiting to be uncovered. Whether it’s through small acts of kindness, moments of reflection, or investing in tools for personal growth, Rachel invites you to live boldly and intentionally in the coming year.

Resources Mentioned in This Episode: 

JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT!

Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path.

This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living!

https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint

Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change

Canyon Valley Provisions https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10

Dream Dinner Guide on Etsy: Download here - https://www.etsy.com/listing/1665476278/dream-dinner-planner-host-a

Links and Resources:

❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com

👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters

DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3

Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f

The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life. 

The Joystarters Club: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub

Get info on the mastermind and coaching: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching

Terri Couser, The Credit Expert: https://www.youtube.com/c/TerriCouserTheCreditExpert https://caretools.net/

Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.