Prudent Mama Moyo Ajaja

In an earlier episode, Well-being, I described a day full of small inconveniences and how the pillars of my well-being helped me cope and still find joy in my day. Well that was before the winter storm blew through Texas starting on Valentines Day, Feb. 14, 2021. It froze everything in its path from all the way from Mexico to Canada. The demand for heating far exceeded the Texas power grid capacity, causing blackouts and leaving more than 4 million Texans in dire straits in sub-zero temperatures. Today, I drill down on how my wellness hinges on local governance, reliable infrastructures, and the people in my community. Learn More about the components of emergency preparedness for my family.

It’s the season for Valentines and today I spotlight the love and joy I’ve discovered in friendship. I share how this kind of social connection is crucial to my Well Being and how I honor my friends. Learn More.

Seeking abundance and fullness in my life is a pretty lofty goal. What does this look like in real life? Especially on a hard day or season? What does a joy filled life look like when it just seems you can’t catch a break? I also define what being a Prudent Mama means.

Learn more about the Pillars of My Wellbeing 


Physical Health
Mental & Emotional Health
Social Connection
Routines and Habits

I share a lesson from the movie Lion King about how the stories we hear about ourselves shape us. February is Black History Month, so I talk about Georgia Gilmore, a mother whose actions had a huge impact on the Montgomery Bus Boycott and yet her name is often left out of US history books. Learn More at PrudentMama.com/Stories

PONDER THESE


What traditions do you practice that connect you with your heritage and your history?
How does being grounded in a history that spans generations shape your self-identity?
How do your heritage and family traditions influence your life today?

After mentioning a type of joy that is experienced as a relief from suffering in an earlier episode. I take a closer look at physical suffering and emotional suffering. I examine how we identify and recognize emotional suffering and how it impacts our ability to thrive. To see the THRIVE chart I referenced in this episode click here. Learn more at PrudentMama.com/Stories

If you are In crisis please tell someone who can help right away.


Call your doctor’s office.
Call 911 for emergency services (in the United States)
Go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Call the toll-free, 24-hour hotline of the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) to be connected to a trained counselor at a suicide crisis center nearest you. (in the United States)
Ask a family member or friend to help you make these calls or take you to the hospital.

I ponder the Meaning of Joy and articulate my understanding in this episode. I answer questions like: 


How do we define joy? 
How do we experience joy? 
What triggers joy in us? 
How do we demonstrate and express joy? 

My fascination with Joy stems from my desire to live an abundant life. Getting clarity about what joy means helps shape my perspective of life. 

I’m curious to know what joy means to you. Please connect with me on PrudentMama.com to share your viewpoint and learn more about the Joy Within Workshop if you'd like an Immersive Experience of Joy for yourself and your team.