Project Joyful

This episode is for anyone who never again wants to stumble through an awkward performance appraisal this year. We will talk about some of the reasons the annual performance review goes horribly wrong every year, and what you can do to improve your feedback. Changing the way you give feedback to your employees will help your entire team stay on the course every day. So this episode will be critica...

The changing seasons mean that cold and flu outbreaks are just around the corner. So in the episode today, we will be sharing some immunity boosters as well as some herbs that can help anyone who is fighting off an illness. The last couple of years has allowed us to forget that colds and flus are a normal part of the changing seasons. The trick is to embrace it instead of fighting it. So give this...

This episode is about relaxation and stress relief. We will be talking about 3 calming essential oils and relaxing application techniques that will help you wind down. Most people seek out energizing essential oils, but what they really need is the right relaxation techniques, so they can be well-rested.    Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on  Ins...

This episode will help you fast-track your team from where they are now to where they need to be. There is a pivotal strategy that helps teams focus on the 20 percent of work that makes a real difference. Your team is a reflection of you, so if you can achieve good self-management, that can help your team improve its performance.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this c...

When you think about your team, are they a group of individuals or are they a cohesive team? Cause research shows that a high-performing team is a cohesive team. So in the episode today, I am going to give you three practical strategies to create a cohesive team.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on  Instagram .

At least 10 percent of the world's population suffers from chronic pain. And pain is much more than just a physical ailment. It can impact your mental health through depression or sleep disorders. So in this episode, we are talking about some of the best herbs to use for pain relief. Constantly being in pain is an insidious thing. If you are part of the millions of people dealing with chronic pain...

There are times when despite all our good work, life still gets in the way. So what do you do when the deadlines are looming and you feel overwhelmed? This episode is about leaning into the moment when things feel difficult and you are feeling stressed.    Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on  Instagram .

Today is about the hidden cost of ignoring how we are really feeling. It's based on a conversation with a recent patient who had been pushing through life for a long time. She finally burst into tears at an appointment when finally asked how she was doing. 2022 was a rough year for a lot of people, so let this episode be a reminder that you don't have to be strong all the time. And for those of yo...

Do you want to make these goals easy with a supercharged formula? That is what today's episode is all about! New years tends to be about bringing in a flurry of goals, but most of the time goals fall off by January. So listen for a refresher on the ideal framework for goal setting and practices that will keep you on track with those goals.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's k...

The best way to kick off the Christmas season is to talk about Frankincense and all of the ways it can keep you company during this time of year. Frankincense plays a part in numerous religious rituals, and it has several medicinal uses. Listen to this final episode of 2022 to learn about a versatile and healing herbal ally.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conver...

As 2022 comes to a close, your team is likely focused on the transition that lays ahead. Today I will share how you can help your team end their year on a collective high. Maybe your team is looking forward to the new year, scrambling to finish projects, or looking ahead to the projects of the coming year. Wherever your team happens to be, there is one thing that will turbo charge the process.

Have you noticed how addicted everyone is to the hustle? We are in a mindset that hard work equals success. But this episode will point you down a different path. Living off adrenaline can be enticing, but there will come a point where it's not sustainable. What if instead of hustling to start that new business, what if you chose to do it with ease and grace? You can accomplish this by focusing on...

The beautiful, orange, sunshine flower of calendula is so wonderful to gaze upon. And as a medicinal herb, this flower has so many different healing properties. Also known as English Marigold or Pot Marigold, Calendula is a true herbal ally. It grows all year and it will grow anywhere, so this herb is accessible to you even if you don't happen to have a green thumb. Listen to the episode today to...

The holiday season is here, and many of you are probably thinking about holiday gifts. Today I am sharing my three favorite herbal gifts that also have the benefit of providing something you can do with the family. Listen for specific recipes and instructions to creating lovely herbal gifts for yourself and your family to enjoy over the holidays.   Check out our  show notes  for more information....

Today is a case study of a client that needed to destress her team. She was burning herself out by giving without replenishing. Managing your team is an Olympic sport, so I am sharing how my client could destress herself while also healing her team.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on  Instagram .

Chances are you have been through a lot of changes in the past few years. We have all been through a lot collectively. Large amounts of change can take its toll on people mentally, so in the episode today, I am sharing three ways that you can effectively cope with change.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on  Instagram .

Marshmallow is a traditional European herb and it's a must for any herbal first-aid kit. In the episode today, we will talk about marshmallows' many uses in healing both the inside and outside of the body. This herb is no longer included in the fluffy sweet that commonly shares its name. But in the episode today, you will learn why it has traditionally been included in many sweet treats as well as...

Marshmallow is a traditional European herb and it's a must for any herbal first-aid kit. In the episode today, we will talk about marshmallows' many uses in healing both the inside and outside of the body. This herb is no longer included in the fluffy sweet that commonly shares its name. But in the episode today, you will learn why it has traditionally been included in many sweet treats as well as...

When was the last time you had an impactful conversation? If it has been a while, it might be that you are waiting for it to happen on its own. Powerful conversations arise when managers are intentionally creating the environment for them on the team. In the episode today, we will share the framework you will need to create great conversations on your team.   Check out our  show notes  for more in...

Very few people are very clear on what they want their life to be about. Do you have a plan for how you will get to your biggest life goals? How focused are you on your ultimate life vision? In the episode today, we talk about things that are often not considered when thinking about that ultimate life vision.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on ...

Turmeric is one of those herbs everyone has heard about, and for a good reason. So for this herbal ally episode, we will talk about how to use it and some favorite home, turmeric-based remedies. It's packed full of antioxidants, and it's best known for its use as a culinary spice. But in the herbal medicine area, it is a great anti-inflammatory and it supports heart health. There are many other me...

A lot of people seek the help of an herbalist because they are exhausted. A lot of herbs can help with this, but lasting results come when we choose to work with our bodies and put foundational practices into place. Today, we are talking about 3 easy practices that will help you overcome exhaustion and reduce the likelihood of burnout.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep...

A lot of people seek the help of an herbalist because they are exhausted. A lot of herbs can help with this, but lasting results come when we choose to work with our bodies and put foundational practices into place. Today, we are talking about 3 easy practices that will help you overcome exhaustion and reduce the likelihood of burnout.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep...

One of the biggest mistakes I see managers make is rewarding long hours and disregarding the need for active recovery. In the episode today, I am going to show you exactly how to do that. Sometimes busy professionals need the reminder that we are worthy exactly as we are, and we have no need to perform heroic acts of overwork. It also needs to be noted that a lack of rest can have a poor impact on...

In remembering Queen Elizabeth II, one of the main things being talked about is her dedication to service. So this episode is about how you can show up in service to your community. We also talk about the aspects of Queen Elizabeth's life that allowed her to be such a beacon of service to her country.   Check out our  show notes  for more information. Let's keep this conversation going on  Instagr...