Joystarters with Rachel Baribeau: Nurturing Faith, Finding Purpose, and Pursuing Joyful Living

This week on the Joystarters Podcast, we’re sharing Part Two of Rachel’s conversation with the Temple Keepers o n their Thursday call, where she talked about healing, purpose, and true freedom. Rachel dives deeper into what healing really looks like. From asking “what part of this is mine?” to identifying coping mechanisms and learning to pause instead of react—this episode is about growth, humili...

This week on the Joystarters Podcast, we’re sharing Part One of Rachel’s conversation with the Temple Keepers on their Thursday call, where she talked about healing, purpose, and true freedom. She challenges us to ask deeper questions—not just about what we’re doing, but who we’re becoming. In this episode, Rachel talks about: Why you are a “do something” person—and how to start living that out Th...

The world runs on people who go above and beyond — the ones who show up with kindness, generosity, and heart when they don’t have to. In this episode, Rachel Joy Baribeau reflects on moments that reminded her just how much small acts of love and effort truly matter. You’ll be encouraged to look for ways to give more, care deeper, and become the person who makes life brighter for others. Do more th...

Rachel shares the story of a last-minute trip she almost didn’t take…  and the cascade of powerful lessons that unfolded as a result. From rushing out the door to  an unexpected conversation with a stranger to a joyful reunion with lifelong friends, this journey became a masterclass in perspective, emotional growth, faith, and human connection. You’ll walk away encouraged to slow down, speak kindl...

In this episode of the Joy Starters Podcast, Rachel reflects on the powerful lessons that came out of the I'm Changing the Narrative Soul Retreat and Joy Ball on Amelia Island. When you pour your heart, faith, and soul into something meaningful, the impact doesn’t end when the event is over. In this conversation, Rachel shares what worked, what didn’t, and the deeper truths that emerged from a wee...

This week’s episode is straight from the heart of the I’m Changing the Narrative Soul Retreat. You’ll hear powerful clips from Rachel Baribeau and Shannon and Shirley Austin… moments that stopped the room, challenged belief systems, and invited every person there to go deeper. Rachel opens with a question that might change your life: Are you willing to look like an idiot for what God has put insid...

We just wrapped the first annual I’m Changing the Narrative Soul Retreat & Joy Ball on Amelia Island, and this episode offers a glimpse into a weekend that was equal parts healing, challenge, connection, and celebration. It was a gathering of people who believe that stories matter, that faith and courage truly change lives, and that showing up in the right room at the right time can alter the cour...

The I’m Changing the Narrative Retreat and Joy Ball are this week! So, we pulled excerpts from conversations with the speakers who will be joining us for the retreat. Every single person you’ll hear in this episode has walked through fire in their own way and now uses their story, their grit, and even their imperfections to help other people rise. You’ll hear from Laura Reed, international musicia...

What if the dream in your heart didn’t come with a backup plan—because it wasn’t supposed to? This week on the Joystarters Podcast, Rachel takes us deep into one of her all-time favorite movies, Field of Dreams, and the message that has become her mantra during one of the most audacious seasons of her life: Plow the corn. Burn the boats. No plan B. From planning a retreat and gala that benefits he...

In Part 2 of Rachel’s conversation with JR Harvey, the dialogue goes even deeper — into communication, emotional safety, grief, and what it truly takes to heal. They explore the complementary strengths of men and women, discussing how men often lead through doing while women bring depth through being, feeling, and nurturing connection. Together, they talk about why so many men struggle to communic...

Rachel sits down with JR Harvey, who shares how Kings Community was born out of his own pain and insecurity. Throughout the conversation, they reflect on how much confusion and pain comes from never being shown what healthy purpose, love, or leadership looks like in real life. Together, Rachel and JR unpack how doubt slowly becomes identity, how shame takes root, and why real healing begins at the...

This week’s episode is real life, recorded in pockets of time, stitched together with honesty, faith, and that unmistakable Joystarters energy. Rachel starts with what’s been sitting on her heart, including a sports moment that sparked a whole internet firestorm: Lynn Jones (Associate Editor, Jacksonville Free Press) taking a few seconds to speak life into Liam Coen after a gutting game. From ther...

Rachel sits down with JayDee Milo for a raw and deeply human conversation about what it means to use the internet for something that actually helps people. JayDee shares how his late mother, Sandy, shaped him, why her story became the foundation of his platform, and how grief and addiction recovery changed the trajectory of his life. They talk about why authenticity is magnetic right now, why peop...

Happy 2026, Joy Starters 🤍 This year isn’t starting with resolutions. It’s starting with an exhale. In this honest, unfiltered episode, talks about rest, realness, and what it means to unwind after years of pushing, performing, and powering through. She reflects on learning to be bored again, releasing guilt around rest, and choosing authenticity in a world that’s craving what’s real. This episod...

This is a throwback Sunday Soul episode we are pulling from the archives because it’s with international musician, Laura Reed, who will be with us at the I’m Changing the Narrative Retreat in February 2026. Rachel sits down with Laura Reed for a conversation about what it was like growing up between cultures — never fully “from” one place — and how she learned to love the parts of herself she once...

This is Week Two of our Speaker Series, where we continue introducing the remarkable humans who will be speaking at the I'm Changing the Narrative Retreat this February. You’ll hear from relationship and marriage coaches Shannon and Shirley Austin, who share their deeply personal journey through betrayal, healing, illness &  accountability. We’re also joined by Lindsay Freezman, a mindfulness and...

In this special Retreat Speakers Spotlight (Part 1) episode, Rachel pulls back the curtain on the first Amelia Island ICTN Retreat and introduces a few of the incredible humans she hand-picked for this transformative weekend. You’ll hear how Rachel met Laura Reed (international musician, “tiny giant,” and soul-stirring storyteller) and why Laura’s journey of integrity over industry “success” is pa...

Content note: In this episode, Rachel briefly references violent crime from her past. Please listen with care and step away if you need to. This week, Rachel is coming in raw and real after discovering that someone opened a business bank account and applied for credit in her name.  She walks you through the very real emotions of feeling violated, the practical steps she took to protect herself, an...

There’s a shift happening — in how we move, how we heal, and what we chase. In this episode, Rachel shares raw stories and hard-won wisdom about slowing down, listening deeper, and protecting the peace your soul’s been begging for. Rachel invites you to look at your own life with fresh eyes. Maybe it’s not about doing more, but about feeling again — and finding meaning in the quiet spaces in betwe...

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Rachel reflects on her time in Sicily and Rome—the beauty, the divine appointments, and the unexpected connections that became holy ground. From sunrise walks and quiet prayers to rooftop conversations and a chance encounter that turned into a cross-cultural friendship, she reminds us that love, kindness, and faith speak every language. As she prepares to fly home, Rachel shares what this journey...

Rachel shares her journey through Sicily and reflects on the power of speaking dreams into existence, recounting how she planned to write a book from Sicily eight years ago and is now working on her second book from the same dream location. Rachel also emphasizes the importance of living in awe and appreciating the moments and experiences, no matter where life takes you. Throughout her travels, sh...

In this installment of the Italy Series, Rachel sits down with Isobel Tesch — a Scottish-born woman whose life bridges cultures, continents, and generations of courage. From her own years in military counterintelligence to her mother’s heroic role in the Italian Resistance during World War II, this is a story about the courage to do what’s right — even when it costs everything. Together, they expl...

In this episode of the Joy Starters Podcast, Rachel reflects on the heart of her Rome adventures—not just the sights, but the surprising moments of belonging and connection that make travel unforgettable. From chance encounters to unexpected reminders of God’s goodness, this episode is all about the power of slowing down, being present, and letting people become the best part of your story. Whethe...

Happy fall, y’all! In this heartfelt installment of the JoyStarters Podcast , Rachel takes you back to Italy for more stories and lessons from her time in Sicily, Rome, and—finally—Pompeii. This episode is about more than sightseeing. It’s about secret dreams, full-circle moments, and how God weaves our stories together. Whether you’re a traveler, a dreamer, or someone longing for your own full-ci...