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Joyful JourneyStand in Love: A Simple Practice to Transform Your LifeIn this episode, I share a simple yet powerful practice that has transformed my life: a daily prayer to stand in love—in my thoughts, words, and actions. I’ll walk you through how this practice has helped me quiet my inner critic, build confidence, and align more deeply with who I truly am. I also offer gentle reminders on how you can bring more love, kindness, and compassion into your own life. If you’re yearning for more ease, joy, and a deeper sense of purpose, this episode is for you.Join me, and let’s explore...2025-08-0606 minJoyful JourneyFlawed and WorthyIn this episode, I share a heartfelt story that emerged during a walk with a dear friend—one that invited me to take a deeper look at my own lingering doubts about worthiness. It’s a vulnerable reflection on what it means to fully accept ourselves in all our messy, beautiful humanness. I talk about the power of acknowledging, rather than suppressing, our emotions and how doing so allows us to stay aligned with who we’re here to be. If you’ve ever questioned your worth or wondered if you’re “enough,” this episode is for you.Order Your C...2025-07-2307 minJoyful JourneyThere is No ThunderclapThere’s a deep wisdom that reveals itself when we walk in nature—especially when we give ourselves the time and space to walk long distances. In this episode, I share some of the powerful lessons I learned while leading a group of women on a 115 km trek along the Camino in southern France. This was more than a physical journey—it was a soulful one that reminded me of the importance of surrender, the value of discomfort, and the beauty of simply holding space for others. I also reflect on the parable of the moth and the cocoon, a stor...2025-07-0908 minJoyful JourneyLessons from the CaminoThere’s a deep wisdom that reveals itself when we walk in nature—especially when we give ourselves the time and space to walk long distances. In this episode, I share some of the powerful lessons I learned while leading a group of women on a 115 km trek along the Camino in southern France. This was more than a physical journey—it was a soulful one that reminded me of the importance of surrender, the value of discomfort, and the beauty of simply holding space for others. I also reflect on the parable of the moth and the cocoon, a stor...2025-06-2508 minJoyful JourneyGod Walks: How Nature Taught Me to PrayIn this episode, I share how my understanding of prayer transformed from a childhood ritual into a sacred, soul-nourishing relationship—one that began unexpectedly through quiet walks in nature. What started as stress relief slowly became heartfelt conversations with God, and those “God Walks” opened me to a deeper sense of peace, clarity, and connection. Join me as I explore how prayer evolved from obligation to dialogue, and how listening to the still, small voice within has become my most powerful spiritual practice. If you’re seeking more meaning, more love, or simply a moment of connection, this episode is for y...2025-06-1108 minJoyful JourneyAt the Crossroads of Dreams and DestinyIn today’s episode, I share a powerful lesson that first found me as a young actress and has shaped every chapter of my life since: the idea that by pursuing our dreams, we uncover the path we’re truly meant to walk. Life rarely follows a straight line—there are twists, crossroads, and unexpected turns—but I’ve learned that when we slow down, tune in, and listen to that quiet inner voice, our soul will always guide us forward. If you’re standing at a crossroads or wondering what’s next, this episode will help you reconnect with your hear...2025-05-2806 minJoyful JourneyA Call to Slow DownToday’s episode is an invitation to pause, turn inward, and truly listen to the whispers of your soul. In a world that rewards constant doing, I encourage you to reconnect with your inner wisdom by slowing down and asking: What is mine to do now? Through gentle reflection and guided journaling prompts, we’ll explore how letting go of the push can help you return to what really matters—nature, spirit, and your truest self.Order Your Copy of Whispers of the Soul here: https://mybook.to/WhispersofthesoulAbout Anita AdamsI...2025-05-1406 minJoyful JourneyBreaking the Silence on Mental HealthIn this heartfelt episode, I open up an important conversation about mental health, inspired by the story of a friend’s brother who silently struggled with depression. Together, we’ll explore five common myths around mental health, particularly how they affect men, and replace them with empowering truths. I share parts of my own journey through depression and healing, offer tools like journaling that supported me, and highlight resources like HeadsUpGuys.org. If you or someone you love is struggling, please know you are not alone — and that healing, hope, and self-love are possible. Let’s walk this inward path tog...2025-04-3010 minJoyful JourneyThe Journey Home: Remembering Who You Truly AreHave you ever felt like you’ve lost touch with yourself? In this episode, I share some heartfelt reflections about the journey of remembering who we truly are. I talk about the noise that pulls us away, the quiet wisdom that calls us back, and how nature can gently guide us home. This isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about returning to the truth that’s always been within you.If you haven’t already, I encourage you to pick up a copy of my book Whispers of the Soul, which teaches The Wisdom Way to conscious...2025-04-1606 minJoyful JourneyThe Art of Creating More JoyIn today’s episode, I invite you to slow down with me, take a deep breath, and rediscover the simple joys that surround you every day. I’ll be reading Chapter 10 from Whispers of the Soul—“Joy Spotting: The Art of Noticing What Brings You Joy.” So often, we search for joy in grand, sweeping changes, but true joy is found in the small, everyday moments—if we choose to notice them. Through a personal story and gentle guidance, I’ll show you how the practice of joy spotting can shift your perspective, raise your energy, and bring more lightness into...2025-04-0212 minJoyful JourneyTrusting the Whispers: The Power of Inner ListeningHave you ever had a gut feeling, a sudden wave of goosebumps, or a deep sense of knowing? That’s your inner wisdom speaking—and in this episode, we’re diving into the art of Inner Listening. I’ll share how to recognize the subtle ways your intuition guides you, why so many of us ignore it, and how you can strengthen this ability to create more clarity, alignment, and joy. Ready to tune in? Let’s walk the path of deep listening together!If you haven’t already, I encourage you to pick up a copy of my book W...2025-03-1912 minJoyful JourneyThe Power of Divine TrustIn this episode, I dive into the transformative power of trust—the kind that allows you to take a leap of faith and fully embrace the path unfolding before you. Inspired by Rumi’s words, “Live life as if everything is rigged in your favour,” I explore what it really means to trust that God has your back, even when the way forward isn’t clear.I share a personal story about how my family let go of expectations, embraced uncertainty, and stepped into a life of adventure—one that turned out to be more beautiful than we ever imag...2025-03-0518 minJoyful JourneyThree Ways We Relate to Inner Wisdom—And How to Go DeeperHave you ever wondered how well you listen to your inner wisdom? In this episode, we explore the three types of inner listeners—those who don’t recognize their soul’s whispers, those who hear them but choose not to follow, and those who embrace them as their guide. Where do you fall most of the time? And how can you strengthen your connection to your inner wisdom? Join me as we uncover practical ways to shift from doubt or hesitation into trust and alignment with your highest self.In this episode I call back to a previo...2025-02-1921 minJoyful JourneyUnraveling the Stories We Tell Ourselves with Adele FedorakHave you ever stopped to consider how the stories you tell—about yourself, about others, about the world—shape your reality? In this episode, I sit down with the insightful Adele Fedorak to explore story intelligence—a powerful concept that goes beyond storytelling and into the very fabric of how we perceive and navigate life.Adele has spent over 30 years immersed in the art and science of story. Through her work coaching professional women and leading small, curated "story pods," she helps people uncover, refine, and reshape their narratives in ways that bring greater clarity, confidence, and connec...2025-02-051h 00Joyful JourneyFacing the Worthlessness Gremlin: Lessons in Inner HealingIn this episode, I open up about a deeply personal experience—the return of what I call the “worthlessness gremlin.” For years, I believed I had overcome these feelings of low self-worth, but when they unexpectedly resurfaced, I knew it was time to take another deep dive into this shadowy part of myself. Through this journey, I uncovered valuable lessons and found ways to navigate these feelings with greater strength and clarity. If you’ve ever wrestled with feelings of unworthiness, self-doubt, or low self-esteem, this episode is for you. Together, we’ll explore how to face those dark corners wi...2025-01-2210 minJoyful JourneyEP 154: The Healing Wisdom of Nature: A Conversation with Alison GayekIn this episode of the Joyful Journey Podcast, I sit down with Alison Gayek, a healer and teacher with over 25 years of experience in plant spirit medicine. Together, we explore the profound connection between humans and nature, discussing how tuning into the wisdom of plants and immersing ourselves in the natural world can bring a sense of peace, flow, and simplicity to our lives. Alison shares insights from her extensive training and personal journey, offering practical ways to deepen our relationship with nature and rediscover the joy of living in harmony with our environment. Join us for this inspiring...2025-01-0848 minJoyful JourneyReflect and Create: 7 Powerful Questions to Transform Your LifeIn this episode, I’m walking you through a reflective exercise to help you design a life that truly lights you up. Together, we’ll explore seven powerful questions about joy, energy, success, failure, fear, core values, and well-being. These questions are designed to create deeper self-awareness and help you align your life with who you truly are.To make it even easier, I’ve created a free workbook that you can download and use to guide your reflections. Whether you do this exercise solo or with a trusted friend, it’s a beautiful way to uncover insights...2024-12-2514 minJoyful JourneyForgiveness is a Choice: Finding Freedom in Letting GoWelcome back to another heartfelt episode of the Joyful Journey. Today, I’m sharing a powerful chapter from my book, Whispers of the Soul, titled Forgiveness is a Choice. This topic has been on my heart lately—how we forgive others, and perhaps more importantly, how we forgive ourselves.I’ll take you on a journey of healing and self-discovery as I explore the pain of holding on, the courage to let go, and the incredible freedom that comes with forgiveness. Together, we’ll reflect on what it truly means to release old stories and embrace compassion for ours...2024-12-1816 minJoyful JourneyFeeding the Good Wolf: Navigating Emotions with Clarity and CompassionIn this episode, I reflect on the Cherokee tale of two wolves, a story that offers profound insight into the emotions we choose to nurture. Are you feeding the wolf of fear, anger, and negativity, or the one of joy, peace, and compassion? We’ll explore practical strategies to nurture the good wolf and tame the bad wolf when it’s dominating your emotions.Drawing from personal experiences and advice from a trained professional, this episode is a heartfelt reminder that healing begins by facing the bad wolf while intentionally feeding the good—creating the clarity and balanc...2024-12-1111 minJoyful JourneyBridging Menopause and Spirit: A Conversation with Lisa BoateIn this episode, I have an enlightening conversation with menopause expert Lisa Boate, diving deep into the profound connection between the physical and spiritual transformations women experience during menopause. Lisa shares her personal journey from a career in education, where she struggled to align with her true self, to becoming a menopause coach. She reveals how listening to her body’s messages and embracing spirit’s guidance led her to find her purpose. We discuss the interplay of body and spirit, how symptoms during menopause can serve as powerful messages, and the importance of self-love and presence during this tran...2024-11-2739 minJoyful JourneyTrust, Surrender, Detach: The Path To FreedomIn this episode, I dive into the theme of surrender—a lesson that seems to keep showing up in my life. From my cozy spot in Middleton, Nova Scotia, I’ll share insights from Chapter 27 of Whispers of the Soul: Trust, Surrender, Detach—Navigating the River of Dreams. Through a story about a client’s inspiring journey, we’ll explore how trust, surrender, and detachment are intertwined and essential for creating a joyful life. Join me as I discuss why these intangible skills are so challenging yet transformative, and how leaning into your inner wisdom can guide you toward your best...2024-11-2013 minJoyful JourneyBreaking the Telepathy Trap: Mastering Communication in RelationshipsIn this episode of Joyful Journey, I dive into what I call the "Telepathy Trap"—the habit of expecting our loved ones to just know what we need without saying a word. I share my own story of overcoming silent expectations in my marriage, the hard-earned lessons on the importance of open, honest communication, and how understanding different communication styles can truly transform a relationship. If you’ve ever wished your partner could read your mind, this episode is for you. Join me as I explore how to find your voice, express your needs, and create deeper, more fulfilling conn...2024-11-1310 minJoyful JourneyCultivating Joy: Embracing the Divine WithinIn this episode, I dive into the essence of joy as our divine birthright and how it can lead to a deeper connection with ourselves and the divine within. I’ll explore what it means to live joyfully, even through life’s inevitable hardships, and share how making time for ourselves can unlock a wellspring of self-love and inner peace. Inspired by the wisdom of The Book of Joy, I talk about recognizing our divine nature to face challenges without becoming hardened. Join me as I offer practical ways to nurture joy and invite you to join my 30-Day Natu...2024-11-0610 minJoyful JourneyThe Power of StoryIn this soul-stirring conversation with special guest Diane Wyzga, we explore the profound importance of story in our lives. Why is story so vital, and how does it serve the everyday person? Our guest dives into how stories are more than just a way to communicate—they are a living, breathing part of us. We uncover how stories shape our understanding of ourselves and others, helping us connect on a deeper, spiritual level.You’ll hear insights into how storytelling goes beyond branding and marketing to touch on the very essence of who we are. Through an “archae...2024-10-0832 minJoyful JourneyListening from the Heart: Transforming Communication and ConnectionIn today’s fast-paced world, genuine listening has become a lost art. Too often, we find ourselves caught up in waiting for our turn to speak rather than truly hearing the other person. In this episode, I explore the transformative power of intentional listening—listening not just with our ears, but with our hearts.Join me as I share personal insights and experiences, along with three practical tips to improve your listening skills. Learn how to ground yourself in the moment, practice the power of the pause, and truly connect with those around you. Plus, we’ll dive i...2024-10-0209 minJoyful JourneyGoing All In: A Soul Talk with Trish Murray and Anita AdamsIn this episode of The Joyful Journey Podcast, Anita Adams shares a thought-provoking conversation from her recent guest appearance on Soul Talk with host Trish Marie. Together, they dive deep into the theme of “going all in”—fully committing to life’s vision, overcoming fears, and embracing the power of inner wisdom. Anita reflects on her own journey of stepping back from her podcast, The Joyful Journey, and the series of cosmic nudges that reignited her commitment. From fears of success to trusting in divine guidance, Anita and Trish explore how to navigate the crossroads of life and make decision...2024-09-2547 minJoyful JourneyInner Critic vs Inner WisdomIn this episode of The Joyful Journey, Anita shares a reading from her book Whispers of the Soul and dives into a powerful discussion sparked by a conversation with a former client who challenged the idea of asking oneself, "What do I really want?" This client believed that following personal desires is driven by ego and inherently selfish. Anita unpacks this inner conflict, exploring the distinction between ego-driven desires and guidance from the higher self, which speaks from love and aligns with the greater good. Listeners will learn how to decipher between these two voices, uncover the...2024-09-1818 min
Joyful JourneyFrom Trapped to Transformed: Finding Your Path ForwardIn this empowering episode of The Joyful Journey, Anita Adams explores the common struggles of feeling trapped in various life situations—be it a dissatisfying job, a fading dream, or an unfulfilling relationship. Drawing from her own experience of letting go after running a business for nearly two decades, Anita encourages listeners to acknowledge and accept their emotions rather than suppress them. She highlights the profound impact of staying in situations that no longer serve us, discussing how it affects not just our professional lives but our overall happiness and mental health.Anita shares insights on navigating ch...2024-06-2615 min
Joyful JourneyUnveiling Whispers of the Soul: A Conversation with Anita AdamsIn today’s episode, Raspberry Press Founder, Cheryl Fontain, takes the hosting seat to interview Joyful Journey host Anita Adams about the release of her new book, Whispers of the Soul. Discover the motivation behind Anita's writing journey, the transformative process of gaining the courage to share her work with the world, and the profound significance she attributes to heeding the whispers of the soul. Tune in to explore the depths of her book's message and the empowering impact she hopes it will leave on readers.To learn more about Whispers of the Soul or to order yo...2024-04-2416 min
Joyful JourneyEmbrace Your Inner Monster - A Conversation with Matthew CookseyAfter listening to Episode 83 “Let Go of the How,” today’s guest Matthew Cooksey reached out and suggested the Joyful Journeyer listener would benefit from something he teaches his clients who are moving forward with their big dreams. Before you focus on anything, including letting go of the how Matthew says you must embrace your inner monster. In today’s episode, we get into a wonderful dialogue to explore what that means and how exactly do you embrace your inner monster. Show highlights:• Allow things to come forward in your life• Your higher self ca...2023-07-2652 min
Joyful JourneyThe Art of ManifestingThere is an art to manifesting and it’s an art form that can be learned and mastered by anyone. In today’s episode, I share a short story about how I manifested a dream home, and then I offer you my 9-step process to manifest your heart’s desires.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljo...2023-07-1912 min
Joyful JourneySimple PleasuresIn a society that is consumed with constantly wanting more and the idea that bigger is better, it’s important to push the pause button from time to time and reflect on life’s simple pleasures. Today’s episode is a little reminder to do just that.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/About...2023-07-1205 min
Joyful JourneyPay AttentionIn today’s episode, I share some instructions that have been repeatedly given to me by my Spirit Guides. “Pay attention,” they tell me. And I finally understand the significance of that simple instruction and what it can lead to when you truly pay attention.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/ About...2023-07-0508 min
Joyful JourneyLet Go of the HowWhen you have a big dream for your life you can easily get lost in the “how” to achieve that dream. This episode explains why focusing on the “how” can actually slow you down and even derail your dreams. And then it offers you a better way to approach going after your goals. Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http...2023-06-2806 min
Joyful JourneyGrowing CompassionI was recently asked, “Where is your compassion,” when I shared a story on Facebook about an incident that happened while traveling in Europe. That question sparked a personal inquiry about my compassion for others, the stories I tell myself about the less fortunate, the walls I build that have kept me blind, and subsequently my quest to “see” and become more compassionate.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our...2023-06-2110 min
Joyful JourneyRisk Taking & The Entrepreneur Journey: A Conversation with Adera AngelucciIn today’s episode, we meet Adera Angelucci to talk about the entrepreneur’s journey and how one must be willing to take risks to create the life of their dreams. Adera shares her personal transformation journey into a successful entrepreneur after holding and then losing 60-plus jobs. About our guest Adera AngelucciAdera Angelucci is an Award-Winning TV Show Host, Director, and Producer at SPIRO Creative Inc and Business Coach. Adera is the recipient of the Community Spirit WOW Award in 2023.As a Business Coach, Adera empowers passionate, purpose-driven entrepreneurs to el...2023-06-1441 min
Joyful JourneyYou’re More Capable Than You ThinkMost of us tend to underestimate what we are truly capable of and give up when things get challenging. In this short episode, I share a personal story of overcoming a belief of not being capable of achieving my goals and dreams. May it inspire you to believe in yourself too. Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www...2023-06-0705 min
Joyful Journey“Soul Whispers” and Dream Making - A Conversation with Tammy WeisIn today’s show, we meet Jazz musician Tammy Weis who followed the nudges of her soul that ultimately led to the creation and release of “Soul Whispers,” an album that brings the poetry of Fernando Pessoa to life. Tammy shares what it means to follow the nudges of your soul to fulfill your dreams and the courage it takes to lean in and listen to those whispers. About our guest Tammy WeisTammy Weis is an international recording artist- singer/ songwriter. She dedicated her first album, “Legacy,” to her late Mother which was interna...2023-05-3142 min
Joyful JourneyCreate Abundance Through Love - A Conversation with Danielle Rama HoffmanIn today’s show, we meet Danielle Rama Hoffman, a spiritual coach, and mentor, to talk about connecting with Spirit and how her new card deck, “Magdalene Manifestation Cards - Create Abundance Through Love,” can help you deepen that connection and manifest the life you most desire. Show Highlights:• Deciphering between inner wisdom & wisdom of a higher consciousness• Exploring a few myths around channeling• Introduction to the Magdalenes• Understanding why love is an important ingredient for manifesting abundance• Love and Divine love as an untapped resource• Understanding...2023-05-2453 min
Joyful JourneyOthers’ Opinions & The Pursuit of DreamsIn today’s episode, we explore how to continue to follow the whispers of your soul even when there are those in your life who don’t believe in you or try to push you down a different path. I share three tips that will help you stay the course and hold on to your dreams despite the opinions of others.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our comm...2023-05-1710 min
Joyful JourneyLife is Rigged in Your FavourMaintaining a positive attitude in life isn’t always easy, particularly when life gets challenging. However, moving through challenging situations is easier when you get curious about why something is happening and you adopt the belief that everything is rigged in your favour.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/ About your...2023-05-1007 min
Joyful JourneyYou Can’t Choose WrongWhen it comes to pursuing your dreams and creating a life you most desire, what if whatever choice you made was the right choice? In today’s episode, we explore this question and how things would change for you if you adopted this attitude that whatever choice you make is the right choice.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link...2023-05-0305 min
Joyful JourneyThe Moroccan Dance: A Traveller’s JourneyIn today’s episode, I share a story about an adventure to Morocco that taught me that people are people, no matter what part of the world you are in, and that to really enjoy life you must slow down and notice the wonders and beauty that surrounds you.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/2023-04-2622 min
Joyful JourneyThe Courage to Change - A Conversation with Jennifer RegularIn today's episode, we meet "Soul Illuminator" Jennifer Regular who shares her wisdom on how to find the courage to change. Show Highlights:Investing time in soul care will help you understand your true desiresUnderstanding your core values to make changes that are right for youPivot by letting go of the roles you think define youThree fabulous acronyms (among a few others) to remember:C.O.P.E. (Conscious Connection; Only Temporary; Ponder the Possibilities; Embrace your power).S.O.U...2023-04-1953 min
Joyful JourneyFeeling FatI’ve been feeling fat lately, and the truth is it has gotten me feeling a bit down. Whenever I’m in a funk, I take that funky mood and whatever is bothering me to my spiritual writing practice to seek guidance. So I took this issue of feeling fat to my spirit guides. I got an interesting answer and some wonderful guidance on what to do. Regardless of how you feel about your body, there is a message in here for you too. Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I tea...2023-04-1208 min
Joyful JourneyThe Power of AWE - A Conversation with Jake EagleIn today’s episode, we meet Jake Eagle, who talks to us about his research and his new book, The Power of Awe - which he co-authored with Michael Amster. The Power of Awe is a simple method created to help people Overcome Burnout & Anxiety, Ease Chronic Pain, and Find Clarity & Purpose, all in less than 1 minute per day. It sounds like a big promise, but Jake’s research has proven it’s possible. Tune in to learn more about The Power of AWE.About our guest Jake EagleJAKE Eagle is a psychotherapist, mindfulness instru...2023-04-0551 min
Joyful JourneyAccessing Your Akashic Records - A Conversation with Morgan RockwellIn today’s show, we meet Morgan Rockwell, a Spiritual Coach, and a certified Akashic Records practitioner and healer. Morgan explains what the Akashic Records are, how to access them, and how you can use them to bring more love and joy into your life. She even shares how you can use this spiritual tool to mend a broken heart.Highlights:The thinning veil that is leading to more awakeningWe are being called to evolveHow technology is accelerating our spiritual growthAnyone can access the Akashic Records wh...2023-03-2945 min
Joyful JourneyThe Quantum Connection - A Conversation with Laurie SeymourToday we meet Laurie Seymour who shares her wisdom and years of training and experience on Quantum Connection. "We live in a quantum world,” Laure tells us. “Everything is energy. We, in our human expression, are part of the quantum universe. We are of it and it is of us.” And within that quantum universe lies a field of infinite possibilities for our life. Laurie shares with us how to tap into that field. Highlights:Connecting with the spark of the Divine withinHow to discern between inner guidance and intuition The four...2023-03-2259 min
Joyful JourneyPower of Somatic Intelligence - A Conversation with Chen LizraIn today’s episode, we meet Chen Lizra, one of the foremost somatic healing experts in the world, who shares her insights on how to create balance in the body through the power of somatic intelligence.Highlights:Somatic Intelligence explained.What does it mean to live an embodied life?Trauma is not what happens to us, it’s how it impacts us.How to unlock trauma in the body.Tapping into Divine Feminine Energy About our guest Chen LizraSince 2010, Chen has been helping change-makers return to their bodies, bringing them into alignment & t...2023-03-1551 min
Joyful JourneyAmbition, Contentment & The Isle of SuckHave you ever wondered if it is possible to be both ambitious and content with your life? Somehow these two qualities seem mutually exclusive, and I can’t help wondering if contentment is a dream killer? If you are content, does that mean you have settled for less than what is possible for your life? I don’t like that idea, so I took this question to my Spirit Guides. I received some interesting answers, including an answer about how to leave the “Isle of Suck” if you are truly unhappy. Thanks for listening!If you want...2023-03-0810 min
Joyful JourneyHow to Stop Playing SmallHave you ever said, “who am I to do that?” Or told yourself you aren’t smart enough, talented enough, or capable enough to create the life you really want? If so, this episode is for you. In it, I share the one thing you can do right now to stop playing small and start playing big to create the life you want. As Nelson Mandela once said, “There is no passion to be found in playing small - then settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living.” Joyful Journeyer, it’s time to star...2023-03-0111 min
Joyful JourneyDissolving Fears - A Conversation with Jana BeemanIn today’s episode, we meet Jana Beeman who is a scholar and Certified Master Coach Trainer who specializes in helping people dissolve fear and step into their power to become a force for good in the world. Highlights:Fear is energy. Shift your perspective to dissolve the blocks.Money is also energy. Shift your perspective to allow abundance. Practical Spirituality Defined Spiritual tools, what are they and how do you use them to dissolve fear Recommended Resource:https://www.orindaben.com/ About our guest Jana BeemanJana...2023-02-2254 min
Joyful JourneyThe Power of Forgiveness - A Conversation with Anna DitchburnToday we meet Anna Ditchburn, a Certified Hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner to talk about the power of forgiveness. Anna is also a sexual abuse survivor who has turned her victim story into a victory story. She is on a mission to empower others who have suffered from sexual abuse to reclaim their power and find their voice. In today’s episode, we explore the Power of Forgiveness on the healing journey.About our guest Anna DitchburnAnna is known affectionally as the world’s best life-optimization coach. She empowers others with her ultimate courage, stories of h...2023-02-1547 min
Joyful JourneyFinding Beauty to Raise Your VibrationIn today's episode, I talk about how finding beauty in your environment, even in a big city environment, may help you raise your vibration and lift you out of sadness.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach about finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/About your host:I’m your host, Anita Adams, an award-winning leader and the foun...2023-02-0809 min
Joyful JourneyThe Art of Slowing DownIn today’s episode, I share how my year in France taught me the art of slowing down and what I do today to hone this skill.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/ About your host:I’m your host, Anita Adams, an award-winning leader and the founder of Joyf...2023-02-0107 min
Joyful JourneyFail Forward to SuccessIn today’s episode, I share a personal experience that taught me a valuable lesson about not giving up, and not allowing the opinions, beliefs, and cruelty of others to pull you down. It’s a story about failing forward to success.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/About your host:I’m...2023-01-2513 min
Joyful JourneySpirit Guides on Self-DoubtIn today’s episode, I share the insights that were given to me by my Spirit Guides on how to overcome feelings of self-doubt when pursuing your dreams.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/ About your host:I’m your host, Anita Adams, an award-winning leader and the founder...2023-01-1809 min
Joyful JourneyMindful Eating & Lifestyle Choices - A Conversation with Angela LambIn today’s episode, we meet Angela Lamb who shares with us how she turned mindfulness into a lifestyle choice that helped her overcome her illness of chronic inflammation, which is reported to be one of the top 8 reasons for deaths in the US. Recommended Resources:The Anti-Inflammatory Recipe and Diet Book, by Dr. Jessica BlackThe Art of Natural Healing, docuseries by Angela Lamb About our guest Angela LambAngela Lamb is on a mission to make North America healthier. Her hope is to live...2023-01-1133 min
Joyful JourneyStepping Into the Flow of the UniverseIn today’s episode, we explore what it means to step into the flow of the universe and what skills you need to develop in order to do that with greater ease. Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfuljourney.ca/ About your host: I’m your host, Ani...2023-01-0409 min
Joyful JourneySelf Love & Becoming UnshakeableIn order to create a life of purpose, well-being, and joy, you must first learn to love yourself so deeply that you become unshakeable. In today’s episode, we explore how to deepen your love for self so nothing stops you in creating the life of your dreams. Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www.joyfu...2022-12-2817 min
Joyful JourneyMindful Walking & The Power of Being in Nature: A Conversation with Alex StraussIn today’s episode, we meet Alex Strauss, a Natural Mindfulness Guide and the author of the best-selling book, The Mindful Walker, and we explore the power and benefits of being in nature. Show highlights:How to become a mindful walkerGamifying your walkBecoming a better person by investing time in natureNatural mindfulness as a catalyst for environmental changeAbout our guest Alex StraussAlex Strauss started walking in her suburban North Carolina neighborhood in 2007 after a move across the country lef...2022-12-2148 min
Joyful JourneyWhat’s the Issue? - A Conversation about Conflict with Rob McGregorIn today’s episode, we meet Rob McGregor to explore a simple tool he developed to help business leaders and individuals prevent conflict or overcome it once in it. The simplicity of Rob’s concept is brilliant and it can help anyone stay out or get out of the pain and messiness that is created by conflict. Show highlights:The Who & What House ToolHow to stay in your own powerBecoming more aware of your emotionsNoticing shifts in yourself and others as indicators of sliding into...2022-12-1451 min
Joyful JourneyBecoming a MysticIn today’s episode, we explore how we can lift the veil to see and experience more of the wonders of the universe as we tap into our own mystical abilities - abilities we all have when we learn to not only open our minds but to also open our hearts.Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach around finding clarity and creating a life you love full of purpose, passion, and joy, I encourage you to join our community at Joyful Inspired Living. Here’s the link: http://www...2022-12-0711 min
Joyful JourneyEgo Taming & Mindful Speaking with Alan CarrollIn today’s episode, we are going beyond the ego to the space between the thoughts you think and the thoughts you speak with Education Psychologist Alan Carroll. Alan offers some practical guidance on how to tame the ego so you can create the spaciousness needed to choose your response and become a mindful speaker. Show highlights:The power of the pauseDisrupting your speaking patternTaming the tongue of the egoChoosing how to reactSimple technique to calm yourself and create spaciousness ...2022-11-301h 11
Joyful JourneyThe Power of Choice & Creating Your Own LuckWhen you learn to make conscious and intentional choices that are based on understanding who you are, what you want, and why it matters, you become an active player in the game of life instead of a passive player where choices are made for you. If you move through life as a passive player, that’s when you are rolling the dice and leaving things to chance. This episode is about how to create your own luck by becoming an active player and sitting in the driver’s seat of your life. Thanks for listening!If yo...2022-11-2310 min
Joyful JourneyPermission to Play - A Conversation with Lada LysniakGive yourself permission to play and transform your life. That’s the theme of our conversation on today’s episode with my guest and “Play Advocate” Lada Lysniak. From a diagnosis of breast cancer to living cancer-free, Lada shares her joyful journey of how bringing play into her life saved her life and is putting smiles on the faces of everyone she meets. About our guest Lada LysniakLada is an award-winning journalist and photojournalist. She has also produced award-winning documentaries, worked at ABC News, and has created and hosted over 100 live tv shows. Am...2022-11-161h 19
Joyful JourneyTrust, Surrender & Detach - How to Lean Into Your Life’s Purpose and Become UnstoppableIn order to create the best possible life for yourself, you must listen to the guidance of your inner wisdom. In order to do that effectively, you must learn to 1) trust that guidance unequivocally; 2) surrender to the current of the universe, even when that current becomes turbulent or wants to carry you in a different direction; and 3) detach from clinging on to any specific outcome. In this episode, we explore how to master these skills so you can create the life you are meant to live and become unstoppable.Thanks for listening!If you want...2022-11-0916 min
Joyful JourneyThe Self Creation Process - A Conversation with Michele ParadIn today’s episode, we meet Michel Parad, a holistic business coach who helps entrepreneurs launch and grow their mission-driven businesses, live their best possible life and increase their impact. Today’s conversation is about the self-creation process so you can step into your best self and have the greatest impact. Show Highlights:• Creating your reality with the way you think• Awareness, intention, and the ability to choose• Understanding yourself deeply to reveal your own brilliance• Using the S.E.L.L. method to understand who you are and to grow you...2022-11-0254 min
Joyful JourneyChill Out!Do you ever feel guilty for wanting to do nothing when you’ve got a big list of things to do? Do you feel like you always have to be working towards your goals one way or another? If so, this episode is for you and it will serve as a reminder that what is yours to do sometimes, and what is the best thing to do, is just chill out!Thanks for listening!If you want to learn more about what I teach about finding clarity and creating a life you love full of pu...2022-10-2608 min