Journey To Joy Live
Begin a transformative journey with Dr. NJoy (child, adolescent, & adult psychiatrist) and her engaging guests as they delve into the world of mental health, self-discovery, and the pursuit of joy, with a special emphasis on the experiences and challenges within the black community. Each episode of this podcast is crafted to elevate your spirits, confront stigmas, and guide you towards a life filled with more joy and empowerment. Join us for enriching conversations, gain valuable insights, and create your own path to happiness. Tune in for vibrant discussions, inspiring stories, and practical advice, all aimed at uncovering the transformative power of embracing joy in every facet of your life. This is your moment to prioritize well-being and fully embrace the richness of life!
Episodes
In a world that keeps shouting “more,” what if peace is found in enough?
This Thanksgiving week on Journey to Joy Live, I’m slowing things down to talk about contentment, gratitude, and finding joy in what already is.
Because sometimes, the real work isn’t about chasing more — it’s about seeing what’s already here.
Episode 126: “The Joy of Enough: Finding Peace in What Already Is”
Let’s talk about how to quiet comparison, release p...
The holidays can be full of warmth, but for many — they also bring waves of grief, reflection, and missing the ones we love most.
This week on Journey to Joy Live, I open my heart and share a deeply personal conversation about grief, healing, and honoring those we’ve lost while still finding light in the season.
In honor of my father and everyone navigating loss during the holidays, this episode is a...
Let’s be real — dating is hard. The highs, the heartbreaks, the “what are we even doing?” moments. It’s a whole emotional rollercoaster just trying to find your person.
Now imagine doing all of that in front of the world.
Tonight on Journey to Joy Live, I sit down with Nicole Johnson from OWN’s Ready to Love: Detroit to talk about the joys, frustrations, and mental health impact of dating in the spotli...
The clocks have fallen back… but your joy doesn’t have to.
This week on Journey to Joy Live, I will dive into “Joy in the Dark” — exploring how Daylight Saving Time and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can impact your mood, energy, and motivation as the days grow shorter.
Learn how to protect your peace, reset your rhythm, and keep your light shining — even when the sun sets early.
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How do you rediscover joy after walking through one of life’s hardest battles?
This week on Journey to Joy Live, I will chat with Tia Baruti, CEO-Founder of Through The Concrete, breast cancer survivor, advocate, and mental wellness champion, for an inspiring conversation on healing, resilience, and joy after the breast cancer journey.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re breaking the silen...
Ever plan not to plan… and end up stressed instead of joyful? This week on Journey to Joy Live, I share my own birthday-week adventures — from a spontaneous joy a not-so-fun spontaneous stressor.
Join me as I explore how spontaneity can spark joy—or stress—depending on alignment, intention, and timing.
Learn how to say “yes” to what fills you up and “no” to what drains you.
October is LGBTQ History Month, and we’re celebrating by amplifying voices of love, acceptance, and JOY!
This week on Journey to Joy Live, Dr. NJoy sits down with Dr. Lulu, The Momatrician — LGBTQIA+ educator, author, and advocate — for Episode 120: “Raising Love, Not Limits: A Home for Queer Joy.”
Together, they explore what it means to raise children in homes rooted in love, not fear, and how we can all create safe spaces for Quee...
Are you running on empty? This week on Journey to Joy Live, we’re talking about what happens when Mom runs out of gas — emotionally, mentally, and physically.
Join Dr. NJoy for Episode 119: “Mom on Empty: Burnout, Boundaries, and Finding Joy Again.” Learn how to recognize the signs of burnout, reclaim your boundaries, and refuel your joy — one small step at a time!
This week on Journey to Joy Live Podcast Ep. 118 Attention Hijacked: ADHD, Women, and Social Media Stress.
October is ADHD Awareness Month, and we’re diving into how ADHD often goes overlooked in women—and how social media and digital overload make the struggle even harder. Join me as I unpack myths, share signs that are often missed, and offer practical tips for protecting your focus, your joy, and your mental health in a distract...
As we merge September Suicide Prevention Month and Self-Care Awareness Month, let’s discuss how daily wellness can actually save lives.
Join me for Journey to Joy Live Podcast Ep. 117
Self-Care is Life Care: Suicide Prevention Through Daily Wellness
I’ll be joined by Dr. Aleema Zakers, Psychiatrist & Yoga Instructor, as we dive into how practices like yoga, mindfulness, and self-care ar...
This Suicide Prevention Month, we’re having an honest conversation about depression, suicide, and saving lives.
Join me for Episode 116: Joy is Still Possible as we talk about breaking the silence, understanding the warning signs, and how QPR—the CPR for suicide prevention—can help you save a life.
Q = Question: Ask directly if someone is thinking about suicide. (Example: “Are you thinking about hurting yourself?”)
P = Persuade: Persu...
This week on Journey to Joy Live Podcast Ep. 115
Cleared for Takeoff: Soaring Past Self-Doubt with Joi
This 9/11, I’m sitting down with Joi Schweitzer, First Officer & Airline Pilot, to talk about rising above fear, silencing self-doubt, and giving yourself permission to soar.
Joi Schweitzer is an airline pilot, entrepreneur, and belief mentor who helps women rise with clarity, confiden...
Perfection might look shiny, but the truth is… it’s stealing your joy.
In Episode 114 of Journey to Joy Live, we’re unpacking why you can’t have both joy and perfection—and how chasing “perfect” keeps you stuck in stress, shame, and burnout.
It’s time to release the pressure, embrace the real, and choose JOY over perfection every time.
“Medicate My Kid? You Must Be Crazy!” Separating Facts from Fear in Your Child’s Mental Health Journey
Too often, parents hear the word medication and immediately feel fear, guilt, or judgment. But what’s fact—and what’s stigma? Join me on this week’s Journey to Joy Live as I break down the truths, myths, and options when it comes to supporting your child’s mental health.
Whether it’s ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other challenges—...
Journey to Joy Live Podcast Ep 112
“Do I Really Need Medication or Can I Just Pray About It?”
Many in our community have heard the phrase “just pray about it” when facing mental health struggles. But does prayer replace treatment? Should medication always be avoided?
This week, I sit down with Dr. Carmen Black, MD, MHS — Psychiatrist & Associate Professor — debunk myths, break stigma, and unpack the truth about faith, prayer, and ...
You Are What You Digest isn’t just a saying—it’s science! Your gut health could be the key to unlocking a better mood, sharper mind, and stronger mental wellness.
Join special guest Derica N. Sams, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, and I as we break down the fascinating gut-brain connection—how your microbiome impacts your mind, mood, and overall mental health.
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Ep 110: Mothering While Black, Brilliant, & Burned Out: A Mental Health Check-In
Burnout isn’t just about being tired — it’s about losing yourself in the midst of being everything to everyone. In this solo episode, I’m sharing how the INSPIRE Joy Method can help high-achieving women — especially Black wives and moms — reclaim their peace, purpose, and joy.
Drawing from my new book, Inspire Joy for the Wife Mom Boss, I’ll walk you...
Episode 109: "We’re Not Roommates, We’re Married!"
— How to Rekindle Connection When You Feel Emotionally Distant
Is your marriage starting to feel more like a co-living situation than a love story? You're not alone—and this episode is for YOU!
Join Dr. NJoy and special guest Dr. Chavonne Perotte, Life & Marriage Coach, for a powerful conversation on rebuilding emotional intimacy, reign...
This July marks Minority Mental Health Awareness Month AND the 2-year anniversary of Journey to Joy Live!
I kicked things off in July 2023 to promote wellness, resilience, and joy in the Black community—while breaking the stigma around mental illness. Now, 108 episodes later, I'm celebrating how far the podcast has come with some of the most unforgettable truths and mic drop moments from the past 2 years.
Tune in for laughter, lesson...
Journey to Joy Live Ep 107
"More Than Skin Deep: Make-Up, Mental Health & The Mask We Wear"
Is your beauty routine an act of self-love—or a mask you hide behind?
Join certified makeup artist Melanie Spry and I as we explore the face we wear, beauty as self-care, the mental health of beauty professionals, and the impact of colorism and societal beauty standards on self-worth. Plus—what healing and joy look like when we dare to show...
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