Journey To Joy Live

This July marks Minority Mental Health Awareness Month AND the 2-year anniversary of Journey to Joy Live! I kicked things off in July 2023 to promote wellness, resilience, and joy in the Black community—while breaking the stigma around mental illness. Now, 108 episodes later, I'm celebrating how far the podcast has come with some of the most unforgettable truths and mic drop moments from the past...

Journey to Joy Live Ep 107 "More Than Skin Deep: Make-Up, Mental Health & The Mask We Wear" Is your beauty routine an act of self-love—or a mask you hide behind? Join certified makeup artist Melanie Spry and I as we explore the face we wear, beauty as self-care, the mental health of beauty professionals, and the impact of colorism and societal beauty standards on self-worth. Plus—what healing...

It's time to talk about the joy and health benefits of sex as a form of self-care! We’re diving into why sexual wellness is a vital part of your mental and physical health, and we’re keeping it real. If you’re experiencing a lack of desire—whether it’s due to stress, trauma, menopause, or just life—we’ve got you covered. We’ll talk treatments, hormone replacement options, and how to reclaim your j...

🎙️ Episode 105: Rest, Rage & Radical Joy — Black Wellness in a World That Won’t Let Us Breathe with special guest Dr. Sierra Carter 📅 Aired: Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 📍 Watch on drnjoylife.com/feed or stream on Spotify, Apple, Pandora, YouTube, Amazon Music, or Facebook @NJoy LIFE About This Episode: In this powerful Minority Mental Health Awareness Month episode, Dr. NJoy sits down with clin...

Dr. Pamela Larde, The Joy Researcher herself, is back on Journey to Joy Live! We’re talking all things JOYFULLY SINGLE by Dr. Pamela Larde from embracing your wholeness to redefining joy outside of relationship status. Whether you're single, partnered, or healing, this episode is for YOU. Tap in for: -Lessons from her book Joyfully Single - What the research says about joy -Why being single doesn’...

This Is Your Brain on Oppression: The Science of Racial Trauma & the Fight for Joy This Juneteenth, join me this Thursday, June 19th at 7PM for a powerful convo with Dr. Negar Fani, Clinical Neuropsychologist and researcher, as we unpack the impact of racial trauma on the brain and explore how healing and joy are possible—even in the face of systemic oppression. Visit Dr. Fani at www.negarfani...

I’m sure you’ve seen the new Tyler Perry movie “Straw” starring Taraji P. Henson —it struck a serious chord. Single motherhood. Eviction. Trauma. A sick child. Racist cops. Mean bosses. Barely making ends meet. Feeling like no one sees you or understands your struggle. This episode, we’re diving ALL the way in. Join me and special guest Jessica V. Taylor, MSW, LCSW-C, LICSW, founder of Therapy For...

Ever asked yourself, “Why can’t I just be happy?” With special guest Dr. Ayo Gathing, Psychiatrist, Co-host of God Meets Therapy & powerhouse Wife Mom Boss, We’re breaking down what’s really standing between you and joy — stress, trauma, perfectionism, and pressure. Let’s unpack it and move forward empowered. www.ayogathingmd.com IG: @ayogathingmd

Zero to 100: Fueling Your Journey to Joy We’re flipping the script — not from 0 to 100 in anger, but in resilience, growth, and JOY. This episode closes out Mental Health Awareness Month with a reminder that no matter the stress or the struggle, joy is still possible. Special Guests – It’s a conversation with Joy about joy: Dr. Barbara Joy Jones – Family Med Physician, The Healthy Woman,  Website:...

Grief and joy can exist side by side—yes, even in the same breath. Join me and special guest Dr. Rae Lundy @theselfcaredoc for Episode 99: “Finding Joy in the Midst of Grief” We’re talking about how to navigate sorrow while still holding space for hope. Special Guest: Rae Lundy, PhD,  Psychologist, Wellness Strategist, Speaker Web:  w ww.theselfcaredoc.com  IG:  @ selfcaredoc 

What if the tension in your relationship isn’t about your partner… but about their pain? Or yours? This week, I’m joined by Kaara Kiddoe, LCSW, Co-Founder of Authentic Marriage, to unpack how trauma can silently affect connection—and how love, awareness, and healing can shift everything.  Let’s talk love, trauma, and finding JOY through the healing journey. Special Guest: Kaara Kiddoe , LCSW, Co-F...

Is it just “mom brain”... or could it be ADHD? In this episode of  Journey to Joy Live , we’re unpacking the overlap between motherhood, mental overload, and undiagnosed ADHD — especially in Black women. So many high-achieving women find themselves constantly forgetting, multitasking into exhaustion, or wondering why they can’t "just stay focused" — but is it stress, or something deeper? We’re joi...

In this special live episode of Journey to Joy Live , we’re celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month with purpose, power, and JOY — recorded in front of a live audience in Cincinnati! Dr. NJoy is joined by special guest Dr. Anisa Shomo , family physician and author of Health Is Love , for a powerful conversation about the deep connections between our physical and mental health. Together, they exp...

That job didn’t just stress you out — it changed you. Join me and special guest Julia Rock, Founder & CEO of Rock Career Development, as we dive into how toxic workplaces can silently lead to depression, burnout, imposter syndrome, weight gain, and a loss of self. We’re talking: ✅ What workplace trauma really looks like ✅ How high achievers suffer in silence ✅ Career wounds that go beyond t...

Your inner critic might be louder than you think. This week on Journey to Joy Live, I’m joined by Dr. Jada Philips — psychologist, coach, and Wife Mom Boss — to talk about how we unlearn perfectionism and start giving ourselves the grace we so freely give others. We’re diving into: -Why high-achieving women are often their own worst critics -How to recognize the hidden habits of self-judgment -The...

Join me and Dr. Naima Spradley, family medicine physician and CEO of Refresh Health, for a real talk on what burnout actually looks like — and why pushing through it might be costing you more than you realize. We’re unpacking: -Early warning signs you might be ignoring -How burnout shows up in your body and health -Daily habits and routines that actually help you recover -How to protect your peace...

Therapy is powerful — but what if your healing requires more than just words? Today, Therapist T and I are diving into the connection between mind, body, and energy — and the somatic and holistic practices that help you heal what talking alone can’t reach. Join us for a transformative conversation on tapping into the body’s wisdom, releasing stored trauma, and creating real peace from the inside o...

If you've been feeling off, battling mood swings, or struggling with low energy, you’re not alone — and there’s hope! Join me and Dr. Renee Allen, OB/GYN and women’s health expert, as we unpack everything you need to know about Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT) — a powerful option for managing hormonal changes and improving your well-being. We covered: -How hormonal shifts impact you...

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month and focus on prioritizing YOU, let’s keep the conversation going for our Wife Mom Bosses! Are you stuck in the "I Can Do It All" mindset? Join me and special guest Dr. Nicole Washington, Psychiatrist and Chief Medical Officer of Elocin Psychiatric Services, as we unpack the truth about burnout, boundaries, and why trying to do everything can leave...

Being a Wife, Mom, and Boss is no easy feat — but you don’t have to burn out trying to do it all. In this episode of Journey to Joy Live , I’m joined by Corean Canty — TEDx Speaker, Coach, and Idea Catalyst — to unpack the real-life strategies that help ambitious moms manage family, career, and self-care without losing their peace. We’ll discuss: How to balance leadership at work and being present...

Struggling with stress, overwhelm, or feeling constantly on edge? Your nervous system needs a reset! This week on Journey to Joy Live, Special Guest, Erica Rascon, Owner of Deeply Rooted Wellness & Yoga, and I are diving into how to regulate your body from the inside out—using herbal wellness to heal internally and movement & yoga to restore balance externally. Learn how to soothe your ner...

Life has a way of throwing curveballs—unexpected stress, chaos, and challenges that push you to your limit. When everything seems to be going wrong, how do you keep from losing it, shutting down, or snapping? In this episode of Journey to Joy Live, we’re diving into unexpected, game-changing strategies to help you stay calm, clear-headed, and in control—even when life feels out of control.

Parenting is rewarding, but let’s be real—it can also be exhausting, overwhelming, and triggering. Ever find yourself going from calm to chaos in seconds? Snapping at your kids, feeling guilty, and wondering why certain behaviors push your buttons so hard? In this episode with special guest Damara McKoy, we’re diving deep into parenting triggers—what they are, why they happen, and how to respond w...

Hey, Wife Mom Bosses! In a world that constantly pulls us in every direction, how do we prioritize ourselves without feeling guilty? Join for an empowering episode about self-love, setting boundaries, and embracing "me time" as an act of resilience and joy.

Rebuilding trust after relationship challenges isn't easy, but it’s possible. On Episode 84 of Journey to Joy Live, I’m joined by the amazing Robin May, LPC—speaker, licensed therapist, and executive coach—to explore how to heal from trauma, rediscover trust, and embrace joy again. Let’s talk about the steps to move forward and rebuild stronger connections. Catch Robin at www.robinmayonline.com or...