The Path to Joy

Today's episode is about crying. And if you are bit concerned, no, I'm not crying the whole episode! Tears bring a relief -- like letting some of the air out of a balloon. So, let's talk about tears today!

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I love today's topic. No, it's not really about golf! Well, it kinda is. It's really about that feeling you get when you just feel called to do something -- when your internal compass is talking to you and decide to listen. I love that moment. 

As an added bonus, I'm including the 'Hole in One' video here so you know I didn't make this story up!

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Today's episode is inspired by a wonderful email written by my friend, Cara Bradley. Sometimes friendships end because it's just the time. Maybe nothing big or dramatic occurred. It's a quiet end. As painful as it is to admit, I think this is a natural course for some friendships. And that's O.K. 

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Today's episode is a follow-up from Tuesday's. So the big question is: were my fears warranted?? Secondary questions answered include: did Andy live up to his wife-proclaimed title of 'Dr. Disney?' Did I actually purchase Epsom salt to survive a Disney vacation? And, how many strangers do I become besties with??

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Yes, as the title of today's episode implies, we are headed to Disney World for Spring Break and, although it may be the happiest place on Earth, I'm a bit nervous. 'Why??' you ask. Well, you'll just have to listen to find out!

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If you saw the title of today's episode and were hoping for some DIY tips, I'm sorry to disappoint. Today's episode is about our compulsion to try and 'fix it' when someone we love is struggling. I still fall into this trap despite the fact that I so often warn others against it. Oh well, I suppose I'm human too!

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We think somewhere between 60-70,000 thoughts per day. Roughly 90% of those thoughts are repeats of the day before and roughly 70% of them are negative. So, if it seems like your thoughts are stuck in a negative, repeating loop, you'd be right! It may be time to 'shake up your snow globe.' Today, let's chat about shaking things up!

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Today I answer a question I've been asked a couple times in recent weeks: how to unearth our creative side, our thoughts that are buried deep within us, when we are so busy going through all the daily routines of life? Let's chat about how to get to some of the layers that reside underneath all the busyness!

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Do you ever have days when you are just slow? Moving like molasses? Days when it takes you twice as long to complete a task than it normally would? Let's chat about those days!

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You might infer from the title of today's episode that there's some meandering down memory lane today. And you would be correct! 

Memory is funny, isn't it? Sometimes we don't really remember all of the specifics (at least I don't) but we remember the feeling. So, let's chat about memories and I'll share some of mine.

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Today's episode is about energy. Do you feel like you have more than enough and can share your energy and light?? Or do you feel depleted? Like you need to conserve energy and re-charge? Let's discuss -- bringing some biblical building codes and yoga into the conversation too!

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Are you a gift giver?? I've always had a funny relationships with giving and receiving gifts. Today, let's talk about gifts and I'll share one of the best gifts I've received recently!

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Today’s episode is about remaining steady in the midst of swirling, whirling energy. I'm sure you've experienced it before -- a group starts talking about a subject, the discussion gets heated, and the energy turns into a tornado. Time to back away -- retreat! 

AND! As a bonus, I'll give you some of the history of the actual whirling dervishes.

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Well, it's probably not hard to guess what today's episode is about: Mr. Rogers! Well, at least some 'Mr. Rogers' with a dash of 'Bob Ross' thrown in. AND! The answer to a question about political anxiety. You'll just have to listen.

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Have you heard of Duchess Goldblatt?? Well, if you haven't you are in for a treat! Today, I share a few of her most famous quotes and unpack my absolute fave. I highly recommend checking out the book: 'Becoming Duchess Goldblatt!'

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Today's epsiode may be one of my favorites. I share an incredible question from a JOY SCHOOL member about how to forgive yourself. This episode is a must listen -- not necessarily to hear my answer but to hear the question itself.

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Have you ever heard of the book by Liz Marvin 'How to be More Tree?' Probably not -- I certainly had not. But it's a small gem. We have a lot to learn from trees and this book shares why!

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A friend recently gave me a book 'How to Read a Book: a Novel.' Such a catchy title! The book was great -- it proposed this concept of 'meanwhile.' Yes, there's a narrative arc to any story (and our lives) but perhaps what's even more important is what's going on off on the sidelines -- meanwhile. So, let's chat about 'meanwhile' today!

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Today's episode isn't really about Pittsburgh. Although, if you LOVE the city then, yes, it's ALL about Pittsburgh!! I'm finding more and more that my kids are teaching me lessons -- not the other way around. And I'm grateful to be paying attention.

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