Joyfully Black

Spring is here—and so is the pressure to do more, fix more, glow up, and hustle your way into a “better” version of yourself. But what if this season didn’t require you to bloom on command? In this solo episode of Joyfully Black , Joy shares a soul-centered invitation to reset without rushing. This episode is especially for women who are always holding it down—at work, at home, in the community— w...

Success shouldn’t come at the cost of your well-being. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the resilience of the women who came before us—but let’s be honest, many of them pushed through exhaustion and burnout just to survive. In this episode of Joyfully Black , I’m sharing how we can flourish without burnout by embracing a healthier, more sustainable path to success. We’re diving into...

Job searching in today’s economy? Whew. Between mass layoffs, hiring freezes, and the silent treatment (aka ghosting) from recruiters, it’s easy to feel discouraged, anxious, or even burnt out. If you’ve been struggling with rejection, uncertainty, or just the emotional toll of looking for work, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re getting real about the mental health challenges...

What happens when you go from the bright lights of Broadway to a journey of deep self-care and personal transformation? In this episode of Joyfully Black , host Joy Dixon Paul sits down with Dan’yelle Williamson Brown , a Tony Award-winning actress turned wellness advocate , to discuss her journey from center stage to centering herself. Dan’yelle shares how her career in musical theater, from play...

In this episode of Joyfully Black , host Joy Dixon Paul sits down with Patricia Patton , the visionary behind Cannaboomer and a passionate advocate for wellness, cannabis education, and intergenerational dialogue. Patricia shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, how she navigates societal shifts, and the lessons she’s learned about trusting herself, embracing reinvention, and c...

In this episode, we get a life update from Joy since her hiatus. Plus, we have a conversation with Dr. Kourtney Bell on the myth of earning self-care, non-traditional forms of self-care, and balancing professional image with personal pursuits as a Psychotherapist and lifestyle blogger. Today she also shares what to do when the inner dialogue gets negative, choosing to be authentic, and her foray i...

We're about to get real cozy in this episode of Joyfully Black. Ever wonder why some of us toss and turn at night more than others? Dr. Dayna Johnson is dropping truths on why sleep isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity, especially in black and brown communities. We're talking night owls, early birds, and everyone in between getting shafted on shuteye and how it's messing with our health big time....

In today's episode, our guest has always had a way with words, which was an asset in her over 20-year corporate marketing career at Fortune 100 companies. She is now living her brand story and helping professionals, entrepreneurs, and businesses write theirs. Her own brand story has a plot twist - she’s also a mixologist, completing bartending school in 2019. If you're contemplating the next step,...

In this very special episode, we are joined by Jasmine Golden, a Reiki healer and sound bath practitioner, who's here to enlighten us on the transformative powers of these ancient practices. We'll explore the mysterious and beautiful world of energy healing and sound therapy, uncovering how they can help us find balance, peace, and a deeper connection to ourselves.  Whether you're familiar wi...

This week, Desiree Cocroft joins us! As a coach who's passionate about transforming leaders, Desiree dives deep into how we can step away from the relentless hustle and overwhelm to embrace what truly matters in both our personal and professional lives. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to increase their impact, performance, income, and joy, all while being authentically human. Tune...

We're bringing in 2024 celebrating ur Renaissance expereince where two friends join Joy to discuss the power of community, gratitude, and what Renaissance means to Black womanhood and more. PLUS....we're hosting our FIRST in-person event: The Empower Your Vision Board Pop-up!! Join us on January 20th in Charlotte, NC and register at https://bit.ly/joyfullyblackvision Stay In Touch with Us Instagra...

In this special pre-holiday episode, psychiatrist Dr. Tanya A. Royster joins us to unravel the intricacies of festive season emotions. Together, we explore the crucial importance of self-care, especially for women, during this bustling period. Dr. T shares expert advice on managing family expectations, recognizing signs of holiday-related stress, and the heartfelt reminder that sometimes, just bei...

On today’s episode, Joy sits down with Kimberly Michelle, a two-time breast cancer thriver and owner of the breast cancer apparel boutique, Au Revoir. She speaks candidly about leaning on her faith, the significance of mental health, and the continuous need for support even after treatments. Dive into Kim's journey as she moves from being a misdiagnosed cancer patient to an advocate and beacon of...

Join host Joy as she takes you on a captivating journey through her experience at the Essence Festival, a celebration of the Black culture, music, food ,and more. This week, Joy shares the top three lessons learned from the festival. From the power of sisterhood that transcends boundaries to the choice of either letting statistics paralyze or motivate you, and the importance of honoring one's uniq...

On today's episode, we speak with a go-to therapist on setting boundaries, Monque Williamson. If you've ever been ghosted, considered ghosting someone in your life, or want to get better at establishing clear bounderies with people in your life, then this is the episode for you.  Through her experiences as a psychotherapist, she took an interest in encouraging others to try new paths to find...

Today's guest is Emmy award-winning filmaker, Santana Coleman. Filmmaker & lifelong storyteller, Santana Coleman, is the co-producer & Impact Campaign Advisor of Emmy-Award-Winning documentary, When Claude Got Shot. Along with a creative partner, Santana is the co-creator of comedy television series, 'Black Girl Training' and she's currently in pre-production of short film The Last Week, w...

In this episode, Joy has a candid conversation with Tiffany Lanier on navigating and embracing messy life transitions. Tiffany is the leading voice in personal growth, change, and wellbeing. As a Public Speaker, Facilitator, and Founder of The Morning Shift Co, Tiffany helps individuals and organizations initiate personal and collective change through intentional morning experiences that support h...

In this episode, we're joined by Nikki Klugh,a highly sought-after award-winning interior and principal designer and founder of Nikki Klugh Design Group. She is NCIDQ qualified, a true color expert, and a member of the American Society of Interior Designers and the International Interior Design Association.  If you ever wanted to know how to create sacred spaces that spark joy or learn how to...

Remember that phrase "A closed mouth doesn't get fed"? This episode is a prime example of how to communicate so you can stop feeling sick and tired and start blooming and thriving. Our guest is Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever, an award-winning author, policy expert, serial entrepreneur, and the go-to source for normalizing Black Success, Wealth, and Fulfillment. In this episode, Dr Avis shares her entrepr...

We're back with Season 2 and a quick recap about what's been going on since Season 1: India, rethinking yoga, and more! Plus, new segments for this season. Get in Touch: Instagram: @JoyfullyBlk Send a text or voice note: 850-404-2712 Email us: JoyfullyBlack@gmail.com If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends!

How are we already celebrating the Season Finale of Joyfully Black?! Join us as Host Joy Dixon reflects on Season 1 and who Joyfully Black has impacted. Did you enjoy today's episode? remember to subscribe and leave a 5-star review on Apple and Follow on Spotify. Stay In Touch @joyfullyblk Joyfully Black website Email us

On this week's show, we bring you the effervescent ShaCarolyn H. Stephens, a leadership and diversity coach. ShaCarolyn is a graduate of Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University where she studied Molecular and Cellular Biology. Halyard's educational credentials also include a Masters degree in Positive Psychology with a concentration in Life Coaching. ShaCarolyn has also earned a Masters deg...

On today’s episode, Anita Asante joins the show to share on the superpower of staying in your own lane and how it’s created a life she is proud of. Anita is a self-described Jack of all trades, an attribute that has served her well as the Founder of B L A N C • N O I R consulting and Head of Global  Partnerships  at Afropunk, When this London- bred brand strategist isn’t handling seven f...

In this episode, Joy has a candid conversation with Dr. ZaDonna Slay on her burnout breakthrough. Dr. Slay is an administrative social worker, nonprofit professional, and university instructor. After graduating from college at the age of twenty, today’s guest achieved her dream role as a nonprofit Executive Director at twenty-five years old. Despite thriving in her career, ZaDonna found herself pl...

Joy Dixon Paul discusses the unexpected joy of being seen during the Supreme Court confirmation hearings and provides a 1st Quarter Review on 2022 intentions to date. Also, episode programming update! Subscribe and leave a 5 star review on Spotify, Amazon Music, Stitcher, and Google Podcast. Stay In Touch With Us Instagram: @joyfullyblk Email: joyfullyblack@gmail.com Tag us using #joyfullyblk