The Joy Link Podcast

Miranda joins us from Canada, sharing a bit about out growing up playing outdoors has led to a joy-filled life and now her kids are injoying life in nature too! In this episode, we speak about: * What her definition of Joy is * Experiencing the dual nature of Joy * Why the outdoors is especially connected to her experience of Joy * What was her 4-year old’s best day of her life! * How her kids inv...

No matter what you do, life will challenge you. Some challenges are minor, while others leave us feeling nearly broken, longing for an all-inclusive vacation. Challenges are an essential part of life that help us grow and expand, even if it’s hard to see in the moment. As Tony Robbins said: “Progress equals happiness. Even if you're not where you want to be yet, if you're on the road, if you're im...

This episode will make you start wondering what brings you so much joy that you'd be willing to travel and sacrifice for it. And if you haven't found that one thing yet, this episode will not only inspire you to search for it but also provide you with an exact method to discover it. Soo 권수현 is a big fan of Scandinavian music, and each year she makes time in her busy schedule to visit Denmark an...

Did you know that traveling can make you more creative, emotionally stable, and in better shape? Additionally, traveling can be a one-way ticket to joy’s favorite destination: gratitude , a deep appreciation of what you have. In this episode, seasoned travelers Julia and Brian will discuss the benefits of traveling and provide valid reasons why you should start or travel more. In this episode, you...

Jenni tells us about how becoming a philanthropist in Cambodia 18 years ago, has led to a joy-filled life that has expanded the health, well-being & education for the Cambodian people across the country through her non-profit organisation, The CCDO , in incredibly amazing ways. (wow, that was mouthful & 100% true!) In this episode, we speak about: * Jenni’s personal definition of Joy * the recipro...

There is no way ... yet that is exactly what Zeno of Cyprus, a wealthy merchant, did after he lost everything when he was shipwrecked in Athens in 300 BCE. That was the beginning of Stoicism, a philosophy that many great men, such as Marcus Aurelius, lived by. Today, we call a person who remains calm under pressure and avoids emotional extremes a Stoic . In this episode, you will learn about: * Ho...

Founder and head coach at Modern Entrepreneur, and a dedicated dad, Adrian has been in the fitness industry for almost eight years. He helps others achieve results daily, find joy, and balance life. Between you and me, he was the person who helped me get into shape despite my frequent travels. In this episode, Adrian shares about: * His definition of joy * How joy links to hard work * The joy of b...

50% of the time, you're pretty much a mindless walking zombie with little to no control over your actions. Don't believe me? Start asking yourself every 15 minutes why you're doing what you're doing, and you'll be surprised. This is our brain’s strategy to avoid overwhelm. We all know how exhausting it is to learn something new. After practicing for a while, we don’t even think about it because we...

Lenka Hruscakova is a light-hearted, certified Yoga Instructor & Slovakian Language Teacher. We met in Dharamshala, India in the Summer of 2023 while attending an intensive 100-hour Meditation Teacher Training, where we were meditating for 7+ hours a day for 2 weeks straight! #goodtimes It was great to reconnect, catch up and hear all about how she’s creating Joy in her life. We laugh a lot, which...

You are meant to move, and for once, various researchers and scientists unanimously agree on that. It can be anything that you enjoy most—running, walking, yoga, or swimming. It doesn't matter; each physical activity will bring you closer to joy. This is 100% guaranteed! In this episode, you will learn about: * Benefits of lifting yourself from the couch or desk * How exercise impacts your brain *...

I went to London for an extended weekend to attend the Millionaire Mindset Intensive seminar. There, I met many inspiring people, including Mo. Now a successful entrepreneur and coach, Mo was previously a highly skilled software engineer. During a spontaneously recorded episode at the hotel where the conference was held, we spoke about: * Mo’s definition of joy * Mindset and money * How to become...

Did you know that emotions aren't meant to last longer than 30 seconds and that you can process any emotion in simple 5 steps? Have you actually started to wonder what exactly emotions are and where they are coming from? As humans, we love to believe that we are logical and that most of our decisions are rational. Well, this is not the case. We are often guided by our emotions and, worst of all, o...

Katie is amazing, and finds her joy in tapping into the undomesticated aspect of the feminine energy. Acting free & really letting loose! That’s the fun part right?! She tells us about pushing our boundaries & having fun in the moment! In this episode, Katie also shares all about: * How being playful can unlock Joy * Sharing wildly freeing experiences together is road to joy * Hanging out with her...

Different backgrounds and different life stories, yet somehow we're both obsessed with neurobiology. Our brains are just AMAZING! Yours too… every brain is amazing! In this episode, you will learn about: * The brain’s reward system, aka the hottest club in Ibiza * The benefits of being aware of the link between joy and the brain * What comes first: the emotion or the physiological reaction? * The...

This week's interview features my best friend, Angelika Zajac. She works as a manager in one of the big American corporations, and in her free time, she pursues her goal of visiting every single country in the world. Angelika's life philosophy could be an inspiration for everyone since it's all about being present and not worrying too much. In this episode, we'll cover: * Who Angelika is and what...

Have you ever wondered if you would be happier if you were born in a different country with more or less of [fill in the blank]? The grass always seems greener on the other side… of the globe. 🌍 It would be impossible for Brian and me not to talk about traveling; it brings us both so much joy and a perspective that forces us to reflect… and, you guessed it, choose joy. In this episode, you will l...

Mariae is an incredible lady with many passions and insights, that ignite tons of joy within her life. So we can be very honoured, that she is sharing a few of them with us on The Joy Link . In this episode, Mariae tells us about: * The common thread that binds us all * How joy can take you to an uplifted state of flow * How to peel away the layers of ‘self’ to get to your joyful core * How to sur...

At a certain level, science becomes quite spiritual. We do our best, continually trying to describe what is exactly happening around us. But what if we are not meant to, or simply not able to, grasp everything that is going on? As you know from the third episode, "The Science Behind Joy and Reasons Why It Is Often Overlooked," scientists can barely agree on the definition of joy. Due to its comple...

This week's interview features my good friend, Marie Kotaskova. She works as a marketing manager from 9 to 5, and in the afternoons, she teaches yoga, bringing joy and peace to her many students. Marie is one of the few yogis who combines both spiritual and pragmatic approaches to life. She is my go-to expert for discussions about investing and finances. In this episode, we'll cover: * Who Marie i...

Have you ever wondered what brings you joy? Joy can be found in both small and big moments of our lives, and both are equally important. Last week, we shared a simple task: make a list of 10 things that bring you joy, and over the next 7 days, do your best to incorporate as many as you can into your day. At The Joy Link, we don’t just talk the talk—we walk the walk. Tune in to join our casual conv...

This is talk thats jam-packed with goodness that can challenge you to go out and push yourself to find joy from sport & even the micro moments. Bassam’s knowledge & experience goes deep, with a background in Ken Wilber’s Integral Life Framework and Heroic Coach training. Bassam & I talk weekly, keeping eachother accountable for the Heroic lifestyle, living our truth & showing up 100% for ourselves...

The research blew our minds. Hour after hour, each of us found eye-opening new insights and only reassured us in our mission with the podcast. (Inspire and empower you to start experiencing more joy.) Unfortunately, we have all been misled toward happiness, and as a result, joy hasn't received enough attention. The sciences can barely agree on its definition besides the fact that it is complex and...

This is one of those beautiful conversations that will bring a smile to your face. You will have a chance to immerse yourself in the magical concept of Danish "hygge" and Japanese "Ikigai", both of which need to be felt to be fully understood. These concepts were brought by Mayu Kamiya, Ikigai Mentor, a single mom, and a bridge between Denmark and Japan. Her life story is amazing and together we c...

Everyone is chasing happiness, while joy is often overlooked and under-researched. We've decided to change that by dedicating our entire podcast to JOY. In this intro episode, you will meet the hosts of the podcast—Brian and Julia. You'll learn about how we met and what mission brought us together. During this short episode, you will also learn what to expect from the podcast. Tune in and enjoy th...