Productive Joy

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie recaps a special week featuring Dr. Audra Lewis-Hoesch, Carmella Dolde, Chloe McMullen, and Bose Akadiri, discussing imposter syndrome and generational perspectives. Dr. Christie shares personal insights about facing imposter syndrome and the importance of recognizing one's unique worth. She emphasizes actionable steps such as affirmations and re...

In this heartfelt and electric episode, Dr. Christie introduces Bose Akadiri, a multifaceted joy creator, motivational speaker, author, trainer, yogi, and holistic wellness advocate. Bose shares her personal story of discovering and maintaining joy, influenced heavily by her mother's teachings to prioritize happiness and remain creatively resilient.  She discusses her strategies for creating a...

Welcome to this very special episode of Productive Joy! Dr. Christie is joined by Chloe McMullen, Audra Lewis-Hoesch, and Carmella Dolde—three remarkable women with unique, inspirational experiences. Hosted by Dr. Christie dives  into overcoming imposter syndrome, highlighting personal stories of resilience and transformation. Chloe shares her path from psychology to becoming a passionate kinderga...

Today on Productive Joy, Dr. Christie looks back at her incredible conversations this past week with returning guest Greg Stewart and new guest Rick Torrison. They discussed overcoming trauma, reclaiming personal worth, and breaking self-imposed limitations. Greg introduced his I Cubed series, emphasizing the power of interpreting information and managing intensity to take control of one's emo...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie hosts Rick, an influence creator, potential unlocker, and author of 'Born Limitless.' Their conversation gets into the importance of challenging limiting beliefs and rewriting personal narratives to achieve a life of limitless potential. Rick shares his personal story of overcoming childhood trauma to illustrate the power of self-belief and r...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes back Dr. Greg Stewart, a counselor, coach, professor, and author of three books. Dr. Stewart shares highlights from his new book on leadership, highlighting the importance of information, interpretation, and intensity in emotional management and critical thinking. He and Dr. Christie discuss his writing process, including how he wrote most o...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie reflects on discussions with guests Heather Hansen and Nancy Berrian who shared their inspiring stories. She, celebrating a milestone birthday at 49, emphasizes the importance of recognizing and using your voice to influence your life. She discusses the value of acknowledging your strengths and to seek assistance when you need it.  Dr. Christie remin...

In this compelling episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Heather Hansen, a podcaster, author, speaker, voracious reader, and former trial attorney. They delve into Heather's journey of balancing elegance with warrior-like determination in and out of the courtroom. Heather discusses her book 'The Elegant Warrior: How to Win Life’s Trials Without Losing Yourself' and her TEDx...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Nan Berrian, a multi-talented author and support group leader. Nan shares her experiences with divorce, suicidal thoughts, and estrangement from her son. She discusses the importance of talking about hard topics to reduce stigma and shame.  Having always wanted to write, Nan turned her tumultuous life events into a book titled 'Vows and...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie recaps this weeks interviews with some very inspiring guests: Cassy Williamson (author of 'Unapologetic'), and Meghan O'Malley and Laura Cardwell (co-authors of 'Unstuck Yourself'). Celebrating her 49th birthday,  Dr. Christie shares personal reflections and lessons learned, emphasizing the importance of asking questions, making m...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Meghan O'Malley and Laura Cardwell, accomplished entrepreneurs, coaches, and holistic health experts. The group discusses the significance of curiosity and internal alignment in leadership and personal growth.  Meghan and Laura introduce concepts from their book 'Unstuck Yourself,' focusing on applied neuroscience, human design,...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Cassy Williamson, an author, leadership coach, and keynote speaker who is passionate about fostering positive change. Cassy discusses her new book, 'Unapologetic,' which calls on her life experiences, both good and bad, to help readers embrace their authentic selves. Cassy shares insights into living an unapologetically authentic lif...

In this episode of Productive Joy Recap, the focus is on self-discovery and tapping into your unique skills. Dr. Christie dives into discussions with Dr. Elizabeth O'Brien and Kelly Schuknecht, who highlight the importance of belonging and personal authenticity. She discusses 'your authority X factor' and how to leverage your unique talents into something practical and valuable.  Dr. C...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Kelly Schuknecht, Chief Elevation Officer and personal brand expert. Kelly shares her remarkable transition from being the 'person behind the person' to becoming a thought leader and entrepreneur. Kelly gives insights insights into overcoming fear of public speaking, the importance of betting on oneself, and how fostering productive...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr, Christie welcomes Dr. Elizabeth O'Brien, a multifaceted professional who is a professor, author, counselor, world traveler, and mental health expert. Elizabeth shares her experiences guiding women through midlife and introduces her book, 'The Power in the Middle: Navigating Midlife with Confidence.'  She discusses the importance of belonging, and...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie recaps her insightful conversations with Heather Lisle and Dr. Cindra Kamphoff. Heather explains the concept of 'holding the pineapple,' encouraging us to speak up for what we want in life. Dr. Cindra emphasizes the importance of confidence and recognizing one's worth.  Dr. Christie reflects on society's misconceptions about self-wort...

Welcome back to another amazing episode of 'Productive Joy,' Today, Dr. Christie welcomes Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, a bestselling author, coach, and founder of the Mentally Strong Institute. Dr. Kamphoff shares practical tools to boost confidence and joy, explaining the concept of 'head trash' and how automatic negative thoughts hinder performance.  She discusses her personal battles wi...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces her friend Heather Lisle, an author, coach, leadership strategist, and keynote speaker. Heather shares her expertise on improving communication within teams and organizations. She discusses the importance of understanding different communication styles using the DISC profile.  Heather shares the compelling story behind her book, 'Hold...

In this episode of Productive Joy, the focus is on the power of intentionality in achieving desired outcomes. Dr. Christie reflects on a week with leaders Jeff Burningham and Jack Clark, emphasizing the importance of planning and thoughtful actions over unintentional behavior.  The conversation highlights the role of Intentionality Group in helping organizations and individuals enhance their perfo...

In this amazing episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces Jack Clark, the founder of 180 Water. Jack, who hails from an 1800-person town in Montana, shares his transformative experience from expanding a local water well service into a successful franchise model. Highlighting the importance of clean, safe drinking water, Jack emphasizes the role of service and consistent training in mainta...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces Jeff Burningham, an accomplished author, athlete, entrepreneur, and former gubernatorial candidate for Utah. Jeff discusses his new book, 'The Last Book Written by a Human: Becoming Wise in the Age of AI,' which explores the spiritual and existential implications of artificial intelligence.  He and Dr. Christie discuss the rigorous...

In this week's episode of Productive Joy, we are joined by Erin Krueger and Vivian Okeke, both remarkable women who have turned trauma into strength. Erin, a successful realtor, emphasizes that while trauma is inevitable, it does not define us. Vivian, an HR expert and author of 'Beneath the Cornerstone,' discusses the importance of the human connection in all aspects of life and the r...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie introduces her guest, Vivian Okeke, a leadership expert, founder of Pro Support, author, and conflict manager. Vivian shares her experiences of moving from her home country to Canada, starting her company, and helping businesses navigate HR challenges. She highlights the importance of investing in employees for business success, building a positive w...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Erin Krueger, a CEO, author, realtor, dog mom, world traveler, and painter. Erin shares her story of growing up on a farm in Pennsylvania, instilled with the values of integrity and hard work by her entrepreneurial parents. She faced a significant tragedy at 21, losing both her parents in a car accident, which taught her resilience and the i...

In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie  reflects on her interviews this week with two real-life knights! One from Portugal and one from France, who emphasize the importance of being known for who you are and how  authenticity can bring light and life to others.  Dr. Christie reminds us to reflect on what we want to be known for and to align their actions with their desires. She also share...