Following The Joy

Join me in an inspiring conversation with Nicole Gariepy, a multi-talented creative—former ballerina, jewelry artist, and art gallery manager who grew up and still lives in the US Virgin Islands. Together, we explore the depths of creativity, authenticity, and the transformative power of finding joy. Nicole believes that the deeper meaning of life so many people are looking for comes through the c...

In this solo episode of Following The Joy, I dive deep into the intricacies of procrastination and perfectionism. Explore the relationship between these two common struggles and how they can hinder personal and professional growth. The Perfectionism-Procrastination Connection: Understand how the pursuit of perfection often becomes a breeding ground for procrastination, as the fear of imperfection...

Join me in a soul-nourishing conversation with Jenny Bird, a passionate holistic therapist who thrives on helping others. Discover the depth of her expertise, from hands-on healing to sharing wisdom through online courses. Explore Jenny's love for her work and her innate ability, backed by personal experience, to create a positive impact in people's lives. Dive into the world of holistic t...

Join us in this episode of "Following The Joy" as we delve into the captivating journey of Pinky Chong, a physical therapist turned trailblazing entrepreneur. Discover how Pinky seamlessly combines her passion for sustainable fashion with the art of making money, creating a unique and empowering path. Pinky Chong, a Queen of Luxury Resale, has not only transformed her own life but has he...

In this solo episode we're diving deep into the magic of reflection, celebrating milestones, and gearing up for a kickass year ahead. I talk about the different destinations of our lives: looking back and celebrating all our achievements and how far we have come; exploring the present moment and understanding how it aligns with our dreams; and goal-setting to make 2024 the best year ever! I ev...

In this powerful episode, yoga instructor and Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner, Suzanne Andora Barron, shares her heartfelt journey through loss, grief, and the discovery of healing practices after losing her oldest child to leukaemia at the age of 9. Suzanne talks about anxiety the guilt and how to let it go, finding one joyful thing to do each day, and embracing the ordinary. We also chat about symb...

Ever wondered how you can link campervan adventures, dog farts, and the question of why are we here? This is the podcast episode that does it! Business analyst and author, Ruby Allure, shares stories of some of the characters she has met whilst away having adventures in her campervan including the chap with the tick on his d!@k.  We talk writing books, gender bias in writing, tormenting people at...

This episode is a mini introduction to me, why I chose podcasting and why do it now. Learn a bit more about how I tick, how I got into podcasting, who I leant from, taking the risk, doing things messy and going for it! Come along with me for the ride and let's journey on this amazing adventure we call life. I would love to hear what you think so connect with me and DM me on Instagram https://i...

Have you always wanted to know how to travel with purpose? Or asked yourself the question ‘How do I get paid to travel?’ Briony Gunson, Mindset and Business Coach, shares how she has created a life that she doesn’t need to take a vacation from. We also talk taking bold moves after the Covid pandemic, how it has created a big shift in people’s awareness, and there has never been a better time to ha...

Welcome to "Following The Joy," the podcast that dares you to follow your heart, embrace change, and traverse the world in search of life's greatest treasures. I'm your host, Debbie Westwell, a seasoned traveler and adventurer in my own right. "Following The Joy" is not just a podcast; it's a roadmap to living life to the fullest. We'll provide practical advice,...