Laughter and Libations

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This has been a month of many celebrations including birthdays for my mom (Vivian), husband (Woody), cousin (Brian), nephew (Alex), brother (Arnold), and brother-in-law (Chauncey). Happy Birthday to everyone!

Also, Woody and I celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary and enjoyed what we call a wellness day together. We stayed close to home, tuned inward, and unplugged from externals for a little while...

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It's crunch time for me as the end of the fiscal year comes into view. I'm doing everything possible to avoid burnout. One way is celebrating the small because all the little things add up big time! The smallest things can bring you peace, make you smile, lift you up, and spark joy. 

Libation of the Month:
Jasmine

Recipe from Bon Appétit Magazine, March 2025

• 1.5 oz Gin
• 0.75 oz Lem...

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This month has been a bumpy one for me, and I was reminded again about the importance of gratitude. It's possible to be grateful even when it's hard to smile or laugh. If you've been having a challenging time lately, this episode is for you. If you know someone who has been having a challenging time lately, this episode is for you to share with that someone. 

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It's time for the mid-year check in. My theme is feeling free this year. What does that look like? Listen and find out a few things I've been doing to feel free. You'll see it's little things that can make a big difference.

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This episode is dedicated to my father, Larry Campbell. On the occasion of his 79th birthday, we gathered together for an entire weekend at my parents' home in Cartersville, Georgia. Yes, I was on location--in the country--for this recording. Yes, there are special guests, and you know I don't really do that! lol. 

It was a weekend that I'll never forget. Sitting down to have a candid ...

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The sun is out after many days of rain! Get outside! Move your body! That's my advice right now. Last month I talked about feeling overwhelmed, and I continue in this episode because I was asked what to do. You aren't alone if you're feeling overwhelmed. Know that there's something you can do about it today. Check out the Q and A segment of this episode as well as episode 32. 

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If you've been feeling a little overwhelmed lately, you aren't alone. Me too! It's made it a bit challenging to answer simple questions like, "How are you?" Perhaps, like me, you need a reminder that there is always something to celebrate even when times are difficult. I know. I've faced a few difficulties, including a foot injury, during the past few weeks. It's b...

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Special Note: Recorded on March 30, 2025. 

This month features a coffee adventure and a rant about hair trauma. We've all been there. 

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• Celebrations are about intentionally forming a habit of noticing and acknowledging the good in you, in ...

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In this episode, I share the importance of internalizing goals, and how reading helps me feel free.

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Coffee: 

• Ginga 

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• “Begin Again: James Baldwin’s America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own" by Eddie Glaude, Jr. 
• "Dawn" and "Adulthood Rites" by Octavia Butler

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I'm on location at my parent's home, which is always a fun time, especially when I'm recording the podcast. This month has been filled with challenges for me. If you've been experiencing a few of your own, may this episode remind you that you are more than able to navigate the hard stuff. I remind you to connect with those who love you for you and encourage you to find spaces tha...

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Feeling free is my personal guiding theme for the year. It can be difficult to do during a time like this when change is all around. I share one experience from this month that helped me get there. 

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• Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater
• Fox Theater
• Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority

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It's a new year and a new season! That's right. It's Season 5, and I'm starting off with a primer or reminder about the importance of celebrating and how forming a daily habit of celebrating the good stuff in your life can increase gratitude and joy. Then, I go left and rant about people I don't even know on Instagram and challenges with my account. 

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I'm celebrating four years of podcasting this month! Thank you for supporting the podcast and giving me inspiration to continue sharing this journey to increase laughter and joy.

 In this episode, I share my top lessons learned from podcasting as well as my goals for 2025. Spoiler Alert--My daily laughter goal is still 35! 

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It's that time of year again! This is the final episode of Laughing Matters for 2024! It's been a year of extremes, and I'm still here! You're here, too. Let's celebrate! Let's mix up something yummy! Let's reflect on the experiences and lessons learned! Let's laugh a lot and move forward together!

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I celebrated my birthday this month. It was on December 8th if you didn't know. It was an enlightening day. I got a glimpse of what the next year will bring, and I learned three lessons. Perhaps my lessons will help you in the coming year. Listen and find out!

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It's been a month of ups and downs. If you're experiencing the same thing, this episode is for you. I show you how to find joy in the same things and even the hard things. Also, I'm on location and feature a special guest!   

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In this episode, I share one more way I'm making space for joy. It may surprise you. It may not. This may be exactly what you need to do for yourself. 

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• Episode 96: Make Space for Joy

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This episode reminds you to take care of yourself during this holiday season. Have a few laughs as you listen to me share my version of holiday decorating as well as a surprising goal I have for the season. 

The libation of the month is so delicious! It's my first gin-based libation. Try it and let me know what you think!

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The long holiday season can be a very challenging time for many reasons. Sometimes little, everyday things can help make space for joy. Looking for joy during times of struggle wasn't something I would've done a few years ago. It's one of the things that I've learned. I encourage you to do the same, particularly when there seems to be no joy at all.

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