The Joy of Being You

Send us a text In Part Two of Coming Home to Myself : Eva Nagy’s Healing Journey,  Eva explores how loss initiated a period of change that ultimately led her to rebuild her life with intention. After the loss of her mom, Eva reached a point where staying in grief was no longer sustainable. She chose to turn toward her future, allowing what she had learned through her healing to guide her next step...

Send us a text In this first part of her story on The Joy of Being You, Eva Nagy, your podcast host, sits down with her friend and coaching partner, Tiffany Snipes, who interviews her about her transformation. Together, they explore what pushed Eva to begin her healing journey and how the inner shifts that followed started to reshape her entire life. Eva talks about how learning the truth about he...

Send us a text Dr. Shabita Teja reflects on her 22-year healing journey with ulcerative colitis, from feeling disconnected from her body to understanding what true healing requires. She reveals how attempts to ignore her pain failed and how real progress began when she listened to her body and soul. Listen to the full episode to hear how she moved from years of despair and struggle to finally feel...

Send us a text In this episode of The Joy of Being You podcast, Stacey Stevens shares her remarkable journey from a runaway teenager to a thriving lawyer and sought-after speaker. She shares candidly about the struggles of escaping a toxic relationship, the grit it took to pursue her dream of becoming an attorney, and the lessons she’s learned about self-trust, resilience, and empowerment. Stacey’...

Send us a text In this episode of The Joy of Being You , host Eva Nagy welcomes Gilda Montenegro-Fix, a Costa Rican woman, mother, and two-time Olympian, whose story serves as a testament to resilience, courage, and the power of following one's heart. Gilda reflects on overcoming profound challenges, including the loss of both parents by the age of 18, breaking cultural barriers as Costa Rica...

Send us a text In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Dr. Shahana Alibhai opens up about her deeply personal journey through OCD, anxiety, and depression, especially as a physician and mother navigating the pressures of perfectionism. She shares the long road to diagnosis, the non-linear nature of healing, and the pivotal role vulnerability and storytelling play in mental health. Together, w...

Send us a text In this episode of the Joy of Being You podcast, Jewel shares her profound journey through grief, loss, and spiritual awakening. She reflects on the challenges she faced, particularly the impact of her sister's illness and death, and how these experiences led her to a deeper understanding of life, joy, and purpose. Jewel emphasizes the importance of being conscious, the role of...

Send us a text In this episode of The Joy of Being You, Jhorna Hochstedler. a mother, a wife, and an embodiment healer, shares her profound story of healing and transformation. As a transracial adoptee who grew up across eight countries, Jhorna faced the deep pain of not belonging, compounded by the challenges of a neurological condition. As an adult, she grappled with  the ongoing complexities of...

Send us a text In this moving episode, I sit down with Rawinia Judson, author of You Are Not Alone and an Authenticity Coach dedicated to helping leaders develop influence, trust, and integrity to expand their impact. Rawinia opens up about a decade-long battle with depression, suicidal ideation, and the numbing cycles of addiction and self-doubt. She shares the raw truth of what it was like to fe...

Send us a text In this episode of the Joy of Being You Podcast, Mary shares her transformative journey from motherhood to entrepreneurship, detailing the challenges she faced and the lessons learned along the way. She discusses the emotional toll of becoming a mother and the decision to leave her corporate job. She also reflects on her move to France, the importance of community, and the power of...

Send us a text In this episode of The Joy of Being You, Leslie Leigh shares her powerful story of reinvention, courage, and self-trust. After years in the corporate world, Leslie made a bold decision to sell everything and move to Belize in pursuit of a more meaningful life. She opens up about the emotional highs and lows of this transition, the importance of authentic connections, and how living...

Send us a text In this episode, Morgan shares her profound journey of self-discovery and healing, discussing the challenges of self-worth, the impact of control and perfectionism, and the importance of trusting oneself. She reflects on her experiences with relationships, the role of support in recovery, and the significance of setting boundaries. Morgan emphasizes the beauty of embracing one'...

Send us a text In this conversation, Michelle Spencer shares her transformative journey from chronic pain and anxiety to empowerment and holistic healing. She discusses her struggles with mercury toxicity, her husband's cancer diagnosis, and the importance of self-love in overcoming life's challenges.  Michelle's Intro:  Michelle Spencer knows what it’s like to feel trapped in exhau...

Send us a text In this heartfelt conversation, Jackie Cruz and I reconnect and delve into Jackie’s transformative journey through health and wellness, culminating in her battle with cancer. We explore the emotional and practical challenges Jackie faced, including the difficult decisions she had to make regarding her business and health. The discussion emphasizes the importance of listening to one&...

Send us a text In the first episode of The Joy of Being You, I sit down with Lisa Gerardy, a writer, educator, and survivor with a gift for turning pain into prose. In her memoir, Chasing Normal: Finding Love After Surviving Physical and Emotional Abuse, Lisa shares her journey through a traumatic childhood and the winding path she took toward self-acceptance and love.  Lisa opens up about her str...