In this conversation, Laura welcomes Dr. Pamela Larde, social scientist, author, and coach, to explore the practice and science of joy.

Based on over 16 years of research, Dr. Larde breaks down her Multidimensional Framework of Joy, built upon a foundation of well-being. She shares how joy connects to our communities and our approaches to liberation, citing current examples of how joy can serve as a source of resistance in times of political unrest, oppression, and significant sources of stress.

Additionally, we explore how to reclaim joy after it's lost and how to create joy practices.

Tune in to this encouraging episode and leave with practical takeaways and tips on how to activate more joy in your life.

About Dr. Pamela

Dr. Pamela Larde is an award-winning professor, author, speaker, and founder of the Academy of Creative Coaching. With over two decades of experience in leadership development, coaching education, and social impact work, she is a leading voice in the study and practice of joy, well-being, and culturally responsive leadership. As a professor of doctoral leadership studies and director of education for the Institute of Coaching, Pamela blends research, storytelling, and soul-centered strategies to help individuals and organizations thrive. Her work centers on helping people transform their lives through her EPIC Joy model, her Multidimensional Framework of Joy, and a deep commitment to human wholeness and liberation.

Connect with Dr. Pamela

• Website: www.DrPamelaLarde.com

• Website: www.academyofcreativecoaching.com

• Instagram: @joyresearcher

• TikTok: @joyresearcher

• Facebook: Pamela Antoinette Larde

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/empoweredwriter/

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