Oh My Goodness! with Aj Smit

My friend Zo and I talk about the magic of LARP (which you've heard me talk about previously) and dive into what it is, how we got into it, and what happens when you tell a story with other people and allow yourself to be vulnerable. I'm sure you'll adore Zo as much as I do! Enjoy this fun chat and tell me below if you've LARPed before or are interested in it! Alonzo "Zo"...

Here are my go to tools and things I think about when I'm struggling learning something new, trying a new skill, building a habit or just exploring what's possible! Let me know your tips below!

In this episode, I dive into the dream-come-true moment of finally working at a Renaissance Fair after years of wishing, wandering, and practicing. I’ll share my personal adventures from that magical weekend, what it really took to get here, and how mermaiding, henna art, and a whole lot of trial and error shaped the journey. Expect honest insights, funny mishaps, and encouragement for your own lo...

Hey friends, it’s Aj! In this episode, I’m sharing how to find your spiritual flow and real connection in the little moments—no mountaintop experiences needed. We’ll talk about how simple things, like a breeze on your face or a game night with loved ones, can help you feel rooted and alive, even when life feels wild. Plus, I’ll give you my favorite tips for moving past shame and rushing so you can...

I often get asked what people should know about writing a book, or what my book journey to Red Thread was like, and I had quite an adventure and learned some things I'd do differently and I thought I'd share them here with you! I include why I wrote the book, struggles along the way, publisher things to be aware of, editing things I loved, and how burnout can get you if you aren't care...

In this podcast episode, I talked about the Joy Challenge and the takeaways from what we dove into. There are 8 calls total, and here you get a broad overview. Want to dive in more? Join our Free Group on Facebook, Embodied in Joy.

 Values meditation from my audiobook that is being recorded and will be released soon, Red Thread, Weaving an Embodied Life of Joy. Get comfy, relax, do not drive while listening to this meditation .

Hi friends! This week we are talking about Soul Resonance and how you can feel it, why it's important and the intersection of listening to your body, worthiness, and the beliefs we have about ourselves. Want to dive in more? Come join our F*ck it, Why Not, We Need It Joy Challenge. www.thejoyweaver.com/septemberchallenge

Hey friends, so, life is wild, and we are going to do a month long September challenge called "F*ck It, Why Not? We Need It" - diving deep into why we deny ourselves joy when the world needs our vitality most. So here's a sneak peek on what to expect and some things to think about before the month gets started. We will be identifying joy barriers, reconnecting with what we actually l...

Florence Ukpabi is a Sacred Success Mentor and liberation-focused transformational educator and learning designer. She helps women—especially mothers, women of colour, and soul-led changemakers—break free from internalised systems of hustle, silence, and self-sacrifice. Her work blends deep personal healing with systemic insight, supporting women to reconnect with their truth, trust their inner kn...

Feel stuck between two choices or not sure what's ahead for you? Listen to this curiosity meditation that is guided to help you discover how to use curiosity as a scout in your life. Sit back, relax, or enjoy a walk as you listen and see what might be possible for you.

An update from life and some thoughts on capacity and ways we think we can do something but sometimes we cannot and why shame is not conducive to growth and living the lives that we'd like. We will also chat about why it's important to actually take stock when we are spiraling or don't have capacity not because you're doing something wrong, but because it tells us about what we can...

Here are a few different tools to shift out of shoulds and the comparison game. When you get stuck, it's no fun but you don't have to stay there! When we can figure out how to get a little wiggle room, and keep your eyes on your own paper and remember your intuition, things can get less intense and you can take steps in a way that feel good for you! Questions or have a topic you want me to cover?...

Today I'm sharing something I'm noticing with clients, myself, and the world about allowing it all and surfing the waves reality gives us, and trusting your nudge and not jumping to conclusions on yourself. I'm loving this exploration on allowing, and it can really open us to new goodness IF we are willing to lean into the uncomfortableness of it all. I'm also doing a new offering...

In this episode, we'll get our hands dirty in the "messy middle" - those uncertain, transitional periods we often fear. As a military spouse preparing for another move, I hear you on the wildness of it all and also the joy of it, and my personal experience about embracing change, finding grace in uncertainty, and growing through life's transitions. I've got you with some refl...

I'm really excited to share these different tools with you on what it can look like to listen to your intuition and Inner Voice. There's no one right or wrong way, but there are various ways to tap in and get more information, and when we come at it from this lens of I am able to listen to my spirit and my subconscious, and big spirit in these different ways then if you feel off you have A...

Here are some of my favorite tools to use when I'm feeling confused and overwhelmed and I'm not quite sure what step I should take next. I reference the inner critic from Episode 5, and the HALTO tool from Episode 2. If you have any questions, come join my free Facebook group Embodied in Joy and I'm happy to talk about anything that comes up for you within this! Let me know how it reso...

As a Joy Weaver, I get asked often, "How do you feel joy?" "How do you practice joy?" "There's no time for joy, we've got work to do." and so much more. So let's explore it, here are my top 8 or so ways to sprinkle in joy conciously because it is a practice. It takes work and time and can feel silly but that's all a part of it. It's a part of growi...

Hey friends! Today, I'm diving deep into the world of our inner critic - that nagging voice that tells us we're not good enough. I'll share how I learned to name my inner critic (hello, Barbara!), make her less powerful, and introduce you to inner defenders who can stand up for you. We'll explore how to recognize that critical voice isn't actually your true self, and I'll g...

As the host, I'm excited to dive into the topic of menstrual cycles - something I've explored extensively through workshops and my book Red Thread: Weaving an Embodied Life of Joy." I'll cover the four phases of the cycle, from the waxing moon stage of increased energy and productivity with our Pre-Ovulation, to the full moon stage of Ovulation of heightened nurturing, the waning moon stage of flu...

If you are stepping into the day and desire some encouragement and hype I've got you! Listen for some love and hands at your back vibes to remind you of who you are and that you can trust your desire and nudge. From throwing on red lipstick, helping you swipe no on shame and fear, to having a dance break and reminding you to bring the joy and keep your focus this episode is to root you back into y...

This episode is a gentle reminder to honor your needs even when the world is being a whirlwind. I share my personal HALTO framework to help you tune in with kindness - whether you're hungry, angry, lonely, tired or overwhelmed, there are simple ways to care for yourself. You deserve tenderness, so let's explore how to do the next right thing with self-compassion. TW: This is recorded the day after...

In our kick-off episode, I share my heart as the host of "Oh My Goodness," I'm here to be a supportive, hype-filled presence as you navigate life's ups and downs. I'll provide you with tools to tap into your inner knowing, connect to your higher power, and weave more joy, wonder, and delight into your days. In the episodes, you can expect meditations, musings on topics like bravery, curiosity, cre...