Do you believe that healing has to be hard? What if true healing is actually about embracing joy? In this episode of She Speaks, I sit down with the incredible Jenna Valentine—Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, wellness expert, and joy enthusiast—to explore how changing our relationship with joy can help us heal pain, reclaim our power, and make life more fulfilling.

Jenna shares profound insights on breaking free from trauma loops, finding laughter in the midst of struggle, and using joy as a pathway to self-trust and authenticity. If you've ever felt stuck in burnout, weighed down by life’s challenges, or unsure how to reconnect with your true self, this conversation will be a game-changer, sis. 

Episode Highlights:

📌 [00:03:00] – The major life transitions that shaped Jenna’s outlook on healing and joy.
📌 [00:08:45] – How our relationships (past and present) teach us about ourselves.
📌 [00:15:00] – The power of self-trust: Why knowing yourself is the key to lasting happiness.
📌 [00:20:30] – Joy as a healing tool: How to stop waiting for happiness and start cultivating it now.
📌 [00:29:10] – Breaking free from the trauma cycle: Are we addicted to our pain stories?
📌 [00:35:45] – Reframing hardship: How to balance healing work with playfulness.
📌 [00:42:00] – Jenna’s wisdom on embracing lightness, joy, and humor—without bypassing real emotions.
📌 [00:50:00] – Jenna’s message for every woman: Give yourself permission to live fully, laugh loudly, and heal with joy.

Resources: 

• Joy is powerful medicine—so why not use it to create a life you love? 
  • Start with gratitude. Download my free guided gratitude breathwork meditation to shift your frequency and open yourself to abundance. Grab your free meditation here. 
  • Go deeper. My Digital Manifestation Toolkit is designed to help you turn joyful energy into aligned action, so you can manifest with clarity and ease. Use Joy to Fuel Your Dreams with the Manifestation Toolkit
• Connect with Jenna: Valentinecare.com, Buy Jenna's Aggressive Self-Care Cards & Mantras of Bad Bitches Book, Facebook, Instagram 
• Looking for virtual community spaces and in-person gatherings to reconnect with your authentic self and sacred sisterhood? Join me here…
  • The Invitation, a virtual studio offering yoga, breathwork, and meditation classes. *Book your first class and use my teacher code “CHAR” for a full discount.
  • The Woman’s Portal, offering monthly full moon sister circles 
  • Women’s Ranch Retreat: Nourish in Nature, October 23-26, 2025 hosted on a stunning 46-acre ranch oasis in the

Disclaimer:

The information shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. While we share advice and personal experiences, it’s not intended to replace professional medical, legal, or financial guidance. Please consult qualified professionals for advice tailored to your specific needs. The views shared here are those of our guests and host, and do not represent all women’s experiences. We encourage you to explore what resonates with you personally.