The Joy Within

We have a tendency to believe that the thoughts we think are valid. We believe they are relevant and important. But, do we actually know if that's true? In today's episode, we unpack some of our unconscious assumptions about the way we think, and how these assumptions are causing us unnecessary pain, stress, and struggle.

A can-do attitude is possibly the most cliché personal development idea ever, but - when you look closely - there's a hidden magic within it most of us never allow ourselves to realize.

It's the time of year when we all take time to pause and reflect on our goals for the year ahead. In today's episode I share a simple concept I use to set spiritual and personal development goals, and, specifically, I want to focus on goals that are non-physical: goals that are hard to define and track... and it all comes down to just 1 question you can ask yourself.

If you've been following The Joy Within for a while, you've probably heard me talk about resonance - your natural, inner energy. But, you might not be clear on what, exactly, this resonance is - or, frankly - why you should care about it.   So, today I want to talk about why resonance matters. I'll give a brief introduction to it, and then we'll go deep into why it is so fundamentally important, b...

In today's episode, we're asking a simple, but important question: What impact do you really want to have? If you didn't talk yourself out of it, what goal would you really set? And, we'll talk about how - if you're not careful - the little voice in your head will keep you from ever reaching that goal.

Every thought we think impacts our relationships with others, from our closest partners to passing strangers. In today's episode, we talk about the invisible force that is attracting or repelling everyone around you...all based on the quality of your thoughts and your mood.

We don't usually place a value on negativity, but what if I told you your thoughts were actually costing you millions of dollars? In today's episode, I dive into 3 ways you can think about the financial cost of unconscious thought habits, and why you should shift from scarcity to abundance, ASAP.

On one level, the emotional cost of negativity is obvious. Our thoughts drive our emotions, so when we think negative thoughts, we feel bad. But, there's actually a much stronger emotional cost than we realize, because whenever we have negative thoughts, we end up pitting one half of ourselves against the other.

Except in extreme cases, we don't blame our health on our thoughts. We look to the world around us. We might blame our diet, our environment, our job, or even our genetics - but rarely do we blame our consistent thoughts.   In today's episode, I'll show you how to clarify that connection and identify the toll on your health.

The cost of negative thinking is higher than you think. Over the next five episodes, we'll explore the 5 main costs of negativity that most people never consider, including physical, emotional, financial, relationship, and impact costs. By looking through this lens, we can become crystal clear about the role our thoughts play, and build the motivation to step back and do something about it.

In today's episode, we talk about why sadness isn't always a bad thing, and how accepting where you are and the role negativity plays for you can actually be a huge relief, moving you closer towards the joy you really want.

One of the biggest mistakes I see with students revolves around not knowing the right next step to take. In this episode, I'll share the easiest way to solve that problem, so you can stay motivated, inspired, and heading in the right direction, so you start seeing results quickly and easily.

Thought stacking is a powerful way to make it much, much easier for you to think positive and productive thoughts. If you prioritize this, you won't have to try to be more positive Positive thoughts will just come to you naturally, effortlessly, as you go about your day.

We tend to see effort as something fixed, something outside of ourselves. In today's episode, we'll see how effortlessness can be a quality we choose. It's not about the task; it's about the mindset.

What happens when you know you should meditate, but you just don't want to? Many new meditation students struggle to make their meditation practice a consistent habit. In today's episode, we'll talk about what to do when meditation feels like a chore, and how to break it down so you give yourself the best chance for building the habit you know is right for you.

In today's episode, I'll share an idea that - to me - forms the foundation of forgiveness. This framework helps me to accept and understand the actions of others, even when I don't agree with those actions. I think it helps both with forgiving the "little things" as well as the big ones in life, and we can use it to forgive others, or turn inwards and forgive ourselves.

Feeling stuck? Whether you're trying to breakthrough to a new state of mind or reach your next goal, we tend to think the future will be more or less like the present. In today's episode, I dive into how to stop focusing on "what is" in order to start making real progress.

Ever feel like you've taken on more than you can handle? Feeling overwhelmed is like standing on a knife's edge, it can kick you into high gear, or send you spiraling into stress. In this episode, we'll look at how a small shift in your mindset can help.

In today's episode, we talk about how to stop negativity from ruining your day. There's a simple, but counterintuitive approach that will help you snap out of it, and regain control of your mood. 

Do you keep putting something off, even though you know you really should just get it done? Today, I'll share an easy mental hack you can use to stop procrastinating, anytime you choose.

In this episode, we take the list of 15 ways to feel miserable we identified in the last episode and flip them, so you can turn them into easy happiness habits you can use immediately.

Ever wonder what it really takes to feel absolutely miserable? In today's episode, we'll flip our normal thinking on its head and ask: How can I be unhappy? 

In this episode, we look at the problem with positive thinking, and why this age-old technique could actually be holding you back. But, there is a simple key you can use to make positive thinking work for you.

If you've ever felt scattered, unfocused, or disorganized, today's episode is for you. We'll talk about how these symptoms of an overactive mind often fly under the radar, and what you can do to stop them. This is the final episode in our series on the 5 Ways Negative Thoughts Are Secretly Controlling Your Life.

We all complain sometimes, but did you ever stop to think about the impact those complaints are having on your energy, and your ability to live the life you really want? In this episode we look at some of the lesser-known pitfalls our complaints bring.