Joy Found Here

What happens when self-doubt meets self-discovery—and a wellness coach turns every wrinkle and “what-the-fuck” moment into joy? In episode 232 of the Joy Found Here , Lauri Stern shares how yoga, energy work, and humor helped her stop judging her reflection and start honoring it. From mirror gazing to her “Joy on the Fives” ritual, she shows how awareness and laughter can quiet the inner critic. F...

What happens when your entire world collapses—and you have no choice but to rebuild from the ashes? In episode 231 of Joy Found Here , writer and resilience coach Selena Brown shares how she turned heartbreak and betrayal into a blueprint for strength. From teen motherhood to surviving a life-shattering marriage, her story is raw, real, and deeply human—a reminder that even in chaos, you can find...

What happens when loss collides with leadership—and a business psychologist decides to turn heartbreak into a blueprint for living authentically? In episode 230 of Joy Found Here , Dr. Camille Preston shares how navigating five devastating losses in just five months forced her to slow down, reframe her choices, and ultimately write her book Living Real: Redefining Success, Presence, and Happiness....

What happens when a high-powered attorney trading in courtroom battles decides she’s done with conflict? In episode 229 of Joy Found Here , Wendy S. Meadows shares how she rewrote her story, swapping litigation for coaching, mediation, and a framework for lasting joy. Once a successful family law attorney and partner at her firm, Wendy realized the adversarial nature of litigation no longer aligne...

Tune in to episode 228 of Joy Found Here , where wellness coach Shabana Knight shares her extraordinary journey from an Indian orphanage to a life built on gratitude, health, and self-discovery. Adopted and raised in the U.S., Shabana returned decades later to the orphanage where her story began, an experience that deepened her sense of identity and sparked a greater appreciation for the life she...

Tune in to episode 227 of Joy Found Here , where Jacques Martiquet—better known as The Party Scientist—shares how joy and human connection can transform our lives. From flash mobs to sober raves, he explores joy as a biological state, the role of community as an amplifier, and why joy may be the most underrated natural antidepressant we have. Jacques wasn’t always the life of the sober party—he be...

Tune in to episode 226 of Joy Found Here , where Barbara Burgess returns to share how granting ourselves permission changes everything. Building on part one, she explores the freedom that comes from living with intention, releasing rules, and embracing “enough” as the starting point for joy and possibility. Barbara is the author of Enough: Finding Peace in a World of Distractions, Hustle, and Expe...

Tune in to episode 225 of Joy Found Here as executive coach and author Barbara Burgess shares how lowering the bar creates freedom and joy. Learn how her concept of “Enough” and the power of boundaries can transform how you define success. In this episode, I’m joined by Barbara Burgess, an executive coach, author, and speaker helping leaders and individuals embrace authenticity and redefine succes...

Tune in to episode 224 of Joy Found Here as Suzanne Andora Barron shares how losing her son led her to the ancient healing art of Jin Shin Jyutsu. Learn how grief, anxiety, and the power of breath and touch opened a path to resilience—and to finding joy even in life’s hardest places. In this episode, I’m joined by Suzanne Andora Barron , a healer and teacher who helps people reconnect with their i...

When Stacey Roney lost her seven-figure business overnight, she had two choices: start over from nothing or give up entirely—what happened next will change how you think about resilience, risk, and rebuilding. In this episode, I’m joined by Stacey Roney , a serial entrepreneur with over two decades of experience building multimillion-dollar ventures in beauty, PR, and digital media. She began at N...

What happens when a former military mechanic lands on the TEDx Dubai stage and chokes up mid-speech—only to be met with a standing ovation? Karen Holliday shares how grit, vulnerability, and unexpected twists led her to speak her truth—and why it changed everything. In this episode, I’m joined by Karen Holliday , a seasoned operations executive, TEDx speaker, and leadership mentor with over 30 yea...

If you’ve ever felt stuck in pain, pressured by who you “should” be, or unsure how to move forward after loss—Dr. Devin’s raw, unfiltered story will show you how real healing begins where you least expect it. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Devin DeGreif —a doctor of physical therapy, intuitive healer, and transformational coach—who helps people move through emotional pain and life transitions....

If you’ve ever questioned whether your career is truly fulfilling—or fear you’re wasting your potential—this episode with Georgi Enthoven will change how you see the 90,000 hours you spend working in your lifetime. In this episode, I’m joined by Georgi Enthoven , a globally-minded thought leader, author, and host of the Work That’s Worth It podcast. A Harvard Business School graduate with a corpor...

If you’ve ever felt lost after a professional identity shift, this episode will show you how Yvonne Jackson turned a collapsing industry into a catalyst for personal joy, reinvention, and lasting impact. In this episode, I’m joined by Yvonne Jackson , a resilience educator, talent strategist, and founder of Social Edge, a workplace equity firm helping organizations align people operations with bus...

If you’ve ever felt trapped by a life that looks great on the outside, this episode will challenge the rules you’ve been living by—and reveal what it really means to wake up to your soul’s purpose. In this episode, I’m joined by Rebecca Paris , spiritual guide, Gene Keys mentor, and founder of RaisingTheVibe.org, where she helps soul-led individuals step into self-sovereignty and uncover their div...

If you think leaving your kids money is enough, this episode will challenge everything you’ve believed about legacy—and show you what truly lasts. In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Roach , renowned business strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of The Business Advisory, where she helps CEOs scale to seven and eight figures. A former Fortune 500 executive, Kelly brings hands-on experience leadin...

Do you ever feel like burnout just keeps finding you, no matter how many breaks you take or boundaries you set? The truth is, the real work begins in your nervous system. In this episode, we’re joined by Sheridan Ruth , nervous system specialist, trauma therapist, and author of Somatic Intelligence for Success . With clients across continents and her own powerful personal journey, Sheridan teaches...

When the kids are gone and the house goes quiet, what comes next? If you're staring down the empty nest with a mix of fear and freedom, this episode is your permission slip to dream again. Meet Cindee Williams , keynote speaker, transformational coach, and author of This Season of You . After raising a family and running a commercial cleaning business, Cindee hit a wall at 50 and decided to build...

What if the key to raising a happy child isn't about fixing them, but healing yourself first? In this episode , I'm joined by Jess Arachchi , a child behavior and family dynamics specialist who challenges everything we think we know about parenting. With a background in social work, psychology, and yoga therapy, as well as a powerful personal story, Jess offers a radically compassionate and consci...

When her dream job stopped bringing joy, Lauren Hale picked up a $5 ring light—and sparked a movement helping women embrace aging with confidence. In today's episode , I’m joined by Lauren Hale , a beauty educator, digital creator, and the author of Girl, Put On Your Lipstick, the World Needs You. After spending years as a kindergarten teacher and full-time mom, Lauren made a bold midlife pivot in...

If you’ve ever felt torn between career ambition and being present for your family, this episode offers the empowering perspective shift you didn’t know you needed. In today's episode , I’m joined by Kym Insana , a seasoned digital marketing expert and the founder of Always On Digital, a women-owned advertising agency that partners with both major brands and boutique businesses to execute impactfu...

If you’ve ever felt trapped in a cycle of food guilt and failed plans, this episode offers the most liberating shift you didn’t know you needed. In today's episode , I’m joined by Susie Kundrat , a registered dietitian nutritionist, health coach, and the author of Eat, Move, Groove: Unlock the Simple Steps to Lifelong Nutrition, Fitness and Wellness. With over 30 years of experience in sports nutr...

If you’ve ever felt like joy is just out of reach, this episode will challenge everything you thought you knew—revealing how meaningful effort, not ease, might be the key to lasting fulfillment. In today's episode , I’m joined by Janet Ettele, a novelist, meditation practitioner, and devoted student of Buddhist philosophy whose mission is to bring timeless spiritual teachings to life through acces...

If you’ve ever felt “too emotional” or out of place in a noisy world, this conversation will show you why your sensitivity isn’t a flaw—it’s the key to your power. In today's episode, I’m joined by Karen Blaine, a published author, certified hypnotherapist, and emotional wellness advocate devoted to helping others embrace their true selves. Drawing on her expertise in conversational hypnotherapy a...

What if the fear holding you back isn’t real—but a story your mind keeps replaying from the past? This episode will make you question everything you’ve believed about safety, self-worth, and the patterns you never chose. In today's episode , I’m joined by Karen Bartholomew, a transformational coach and the founder of The Pause Method—a philosophy designed to help women and leaders slow down, refle...