The JOY Factor

By Julie Hanson, LCMFT, LCPC, RYT-500Society & Culture Health & Fitness Mental Health Education Self-Improvement Relationships

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May 06, 2016 Beth the Sex Consultant
Today’s guest is Beth Boatman. Beth is a sex therapist and sexuality educator with the insight and expertise to inspire all of us to create more joy in our lives by embracing a sense of healthy sexuality.

She shared the story of how she came to be known as Beth the Sex Consultant and offered her thoughts on comprehensive sex education, balancing different sex drives and keeping desire alive across the lifespan.

One of the key points she makes is the importance of the c word……communication! Whether it’s talking to your child about sex or trying to increase your level of desire with your partner, the key is to become more comfortable expressing yourself.

If you’re struggling (or maybe avoiding?) having a chat with someone you care about, this interview might be just the thing you need to spark up a conversation. Enjoy!

Beth Boatman received a Masters Degree in Human Sexuality Education atWidener University and is a Certified Sexuality Educator (AASECT) and aBoard Certified Sexologist (ACS). She is currently a Ph.D. candidate in Family Therapy at Texas Woman’s University where she specializes in psychotherapy for individuals and couples facing issues related to sexual dysfunction, intimacy issues, chronic illness, and medical family therapy. Beth is a lifelong resident of the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area and provides counseling services, education, speaker presentations, and professional trainings on sexuality related topics.

Resources:

Find Beth at

http://www.beththesexconsultant.com/home.html

Book Suggestions:
Girls & Sex: Navigating the Complicated New Landscape By Peggy Orenstein The Care and Keeping of You: The Body Book for Younger Girls, Revised Edition By Valorie Schaefer Mating in Captivity: Unlocking Erotic Intelligence By Esther Perel Passionate Marriage: Keeping Love and Intimacy Alive in Committed Relationships By David Schnarch PhD
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26 min
April 22, 2016 Midlife Transformation
Today's guest is an expert on holding her own in the face of
struggle. Joclyn Hanson is a professor of communications but really
knows how to teach the art of being classy, strong and light
hearted. Listen in as she shares her insight on turning the worn
out phrase "mid-life crisis" into mid-life
TRANSFORMATION!
20 min
April 22, 2016Laughter as a Lifestyle
Today's show is all about laughter! Our guest is Laura
Gentry,is dynamic leader in the world of laughter yoga and the
founder of the Iowa School of Laughter Yoga.
“Joy-real heart singing joy- is possible and you deserve to have
it.” Laura Gentry
Listen as Laura shares:
What inspired her to bring more laughter into her life
How she builds laughter into her day
Specific laughter exercises you can begin doing
immediately
How laughter can be a mindfulness practice and a daily
elixir
Insider details on this year’s lineup for the Laugh Fest of the
Midwest May13-15, 2016
Warning- you may have to tune out your serious side to relax and
deliberately give yourself a minute to be silly with us.
Recommended Links and Resources:
www.laughinglaura.com
27 min
April 21, 2016 Welcome!
Welcome to the JOY Factor podcast, featuring bi-weekly
conversations to help you reclaim more space in your life for
joy.
The Joy Factor is a podcast for anyone with a desire to create
more joy in their lives. Julie Hanson, Licensed
Psychotherapist, Certified Life Coach and Registered Yoga Teacher,
interviews experts in the field of mental health and positive
psychology as well as everyday people who’ve got their own take on
how to be on the hunt for joy even in the midst of struggle. She’s
on a quest to connect her listeners with the tools, tips and
inspiration to claim their right to joy!
5 min

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The JOY Factor is a podcast for anyone with a desire to create more joy in their lives. Licensed psychotherapist Julie Hanson interviews experts in the field of mental health and wellness along with…