The addJOY Podcast

If you prefer to watch, head on over to the addJOY YouTube Channel ! Be a #joyjawn and follow us on the socials and buy you some merch! Facebook Instagram Twitter TikTok Merchandise If you’d like to email us a submission for the JOY Journal, email info@addjoy.me   Savoring Self “Knowing how to be solitary is central to the art of loving. When we can be alone, we can be with others without using th...

Come find out what addJOY is all about! Our podcast is a place where we share information, sing songs, and laugh all while discussing how we encourage you to add joy to your everyday lives.

Savoring and appreciating the challenges, the hard stuff, the rough patches Be grateful for the things you wouldn’t have chosen for yourself Reevaluate that which you call an obstacle Savor the little things in the midst of adversity Look for beauty  Appreciate the ones going through it with you  “Bow to your opponent”  Find value in the fruit of the difficult time Morehouse Brother’s meme: “hey,...

Savoring the people in your life helps you to: Promote healthy attachment Enhance life quality for people engaging in relationships Cultivates healthy connective functioning Helps others adjust to their role in your life Helps us adapt to the stressors that come from being in relation with others (as caregivers, as breadwinners, as mentors, as mentees, etc.) Nurture family ties Reduces conflict In...

Inspiring Savoring Activities Sharing with others Actively seeking and including other people in personal positive experiences and listening to shared stories about past events or future plans can amplify positive emotions. They might point out relevant positive details we may have missed from an event. Also, watching their emotional response can increase one’s own positive emotions. Memory buildi...

You have to have preconditions to fully savor a thing Being able to connect to the present moment Freedom from urgent responsibilities Basic physical and psychological needs are covered Presence of mindfulness and meta-awareness of positive experiences Differences between savoring and other similar concepts Mindfulness Although savoring involves mindfulness, it is a much narrower process. Savoring...

We live in a fast paced world making it hard to slow down and truly savor a thing. “Intentionally placing our attention on positive events and prolonging the positive feelings that arise can buffer against negative health outcomes and enable wellbeing.” Savoring vs. coping; thriving vs. surviving Requires action on the part of the person doing the savoring and requires the focus on experiencing a...

How can you tell when you are truly in awe of something? When your mind can’t wrap itself around something When something is awe-evoking, it’s difficult to conceive of it fully How do awe and wonder differ? Awe is brief. It’s like you the short circuiting of your brain when you can’t understand something. In fact, you may immediately try to find answers. So then awe induces wonderment. Wonderment...

Why self-awe is important It’s honest. Considering yourself mediocre just isn’t true.  It reminds you, you are part of something greater It clarifies your mission It removes your limitations. Anything is possible if you are in awe of yourself and believe that the world needs the gifts you possess.  How to increase your self-awe Body gratitude exercise  Acknowledge weaknesses and note how you’ve ma...

Why should you experience awe + wonderment often: Mood motivator Makes you more satisfied in life Good for your physical and mental health Helps you think more critically Decreases materialism Humbles you Expands your perception of time Makes you more generous and cooperative Makes you feel more connected to humanity How do you know when you’re missing it? You devalue the ordinary Myopic viewpoint...

Who experiences awe most naturally? Children  Older people Women Income and location are not as important as one may think Spirituality and awe are connected The Most Common Source of Awe: Moral Beauty Kindness Strength Overcoming adversity Actions of strangers “Exceptional virtue, character, and ability, marked by a purity and goodness of intention and action”

Definition of Awe + Wonderment Our definition Other definitions “Being in the presence of something vast and mysterious that transcends your current understanding of the world” Study by University of Central Florida People who are more religious tend to experience it less often (This is God’s work) and already expect things to be awesome Comes with a sense of “peace and introspection” that can be...

Attitude: how your mindset is reflected and manifested in your personality and what you physically do so we wanted to give some examples of how to keep a healthy attitude in some of the trickiest situations I am getting a divorce.  Talk about the joy it brought you instead. What did the hurt teach you? Find something new to look forward to. Accept that you both could have done better, but now lear...

Attitude: how your mindset is reflected and manifested in your personality and what you physically do Attitudes can be positive, negative, and uncertain Your attitude determines how you react with the world. It’s external. Ruled by your conscious mind and is the 5% that your 95% mindset sets in motion  Determined by watching actions Attitudes can be “faked” or “feigned” First, get clear about your...

Mindset: the set of ways you choose to think and feel about things Your mindset determines how you perceive the world. It’s internal. Subconscious mind and powers about 95% of how we behave Determined by asking questions Mindset stays with you unless you change it A positive mindset will help you reach your goals. A negative one will hold you back. Helps you to not focus on the things you can’t ch...

Do more of this: Satisfy your joy Reframe your perceived flaws Use different language Aim higher and believe it’s possible See the letdowns as opportunities for come-ups: your curse might be your blessing Fully value you That which you value, you honor and protect This is how you can tell that a positive mindset about yourself has been created. You keep yourself encouraged You build up your own se...

Your attitudes and mindsets determine what you think of you and how you present in the world Positive Mindset for You You don’t have to believe in positivity; just believe in change They can only impact your life in two ways. Decide which one it will be. Things will always go wrong. Be open to the possibility of solutions more than the possibility of demise If you don’t focus on the “failure,” eve...

Why are Attitude + Mindset important? Attitudes make up your mindset and your mindset is probably the most important factor in how you present in the world. Mindset: the set of ways you choose to think and feel about things Your mindset determines how you perceive the world. It’s internal. Subconscious mind and powers about 95% of how we behave Determined by asking questions Mindset stays with you...

Welcome to the Season Finale Celebration of our first season of Connection + Belonging! In this joy-filled episode, we wrap up an unforgettable season that delved deep into the essence of belonging and its profound impact on our lives. Join us as we reflect on the heartwarming stories and transformative lessons shared throughout this empowering series. Throughout this season, we explored the vario...

Welcome to our episode on "FOSTERING A SENSE OF BELONGING IN THE WORKPLACE". In today's fast-paced world, creating a joyful connection within our workspace has become essential for overall productivity and employee satisfaction. In this episode, we will delve into effective strategies and tips to cultivate a stronger sense of belonging, resulting in a happier and more vibrant workplace. Discover t...

Welcome to our pod squad! In this thought-provoking video we delve into the powerful concept of togetherness and celebrate the essence of being one united family. Join us on this inspiring journey as we explore the depths of joy, connection, and belonging that bind us together. Throughout this episode, we encourage you to reflect on the fundamental values that make us a cohesive unit. Our aim is t...

In this informative and engaging episode, we delve into the key aspects of being a good member of your squad and mastering squad dynamics. Join us as we explore the essential skills and mindset needed to become a valuable team player in your group setting. From effective communication to active collaboration, we uncover the secrets behind fostering a harmonious and productive squad environment. Di...

In order to find your squad, you must... self-reflect (stop telling yourself lies that keep you alone and lonely) admit you want to be considered, comforted, and cared for open yourself up to new things recognize that deep and rich love will bring you both joy and pain keep a circle that is close, straightforward, sharpens you, and is reliable be willing to be creative in how you develop your trib...

In today's episode, our founders, Kanika + Mari, talk about how - in order to connect to others - you have to first connect to yourself and understand who you are. Here, both founders share who they are as individuals in preparation to discuss how this helps us find our tribe.

In today's episode, our founders, Kanika + Mari, talk about joy versus happiness and all the operational elements of joy.