Moments of ImpartED Joy Jillian DuBois

Whether you're a seasoned educator, a student feeling the academic grind, or simply someone longing for a new outlet, I urge you: pick up a brush, grab some clay, sing in the shower.
Let your creative spark flicker, even if it's just for five minutes a day. You might be surprised at the joy, the peace, and the connection you create for yourself and the world around you.
Because, in the end, isn't that what life's all about? Unleashing our inner artists, painting the world with our passions, and sharing the brushstrokes of goodness with every soul we meet.

While exciting times are coming with new paths I’m seeking, it still has a few drawbacks that make me a bit uncomfortable.

When I think about it, I get frustrated that I can’t move past it.

And why?

Here are a few reasons to share with you.

such a fitting episode to quietly celebrate 50 episodes.



an emotional journey this week as i was reunited with three former students who each hold a special, SPECIAL place in my heart.



just another moment to share that YOU matter.

the love, care, compassion, empathy, + inclusion you shower on each student may come back 1000-fold when you least expect it.



take a listen to three short stories of students that have impacted my heart with joy. imparted joy.

Today’s episode shifts to my Moments of Imparted Joy Podcast Guests Series 

A little space where someone besides myself shares answers to a few questions simply about… JOY.



My wonderful guest today is one of my best friends, Darrin Peppard.

Darrin Peppard is currently residing in Omaha, NE, with his lovely wife, Jess.

He is the Lead Innovator at Road to Awesome whose mission is to cultivate leaders by elevating voices and promoting positivity.



He is an author, publisher, speaker, and consultant focused on what matters most in leadership. 

He is the host of the Leaning Into Leadership Podcast and a proud team member of the Teach Better Podcast network. 

I’ve known Darrin for several years now and consider him + Jess like family. I used to kid that he was like the brother that I never knew I needed (or wanted).

Seriously, he is one of THE most supportive + encouraging humans I know, and he deeply respects and is fiercely protective of his circle of friends.

 

 Darrin took a few minutes to answer three questions asked.

How do you deliver JOY to others?

How do you receive JOY from others?

What does JOY mean to you?



While this is not a live recording, you will get to know his heart in only 2 short minutes.

He believes in surrounding yourself with the kind of people who lift you up, who make you better, who want what’s best for each other + who root each other on…THIS is what he is genuinely ALL about.



You can find all of Darrin’s contact information in the show notes below - if you need another amazing human in your life…he’s the guy.

Professional speaker, leadership coach, & author helping leaders gain clarity, walk in purpose, and find joy in their work - 🎙 Leaning into Leadership Podcast

darrinmpeppard@roadtoawesome.net

https://roadtoawesome.net/

https://twitter.com/DarrinMPeppard

https://www.instagram.com/darrin_m_peppard/



If you would like to be featured as a Moments of Imparted Joy Podcast Guest, please email me at jilliande412@gmail.com and I will send you the link to respond! I’m all about sharing voices of positivity + hope!

the threads of our friendships + relationships mean more than we think they do.

leaning into the needs of others + cultivating joy should never be taken for granted.

think about the things we bring to the table.

our strengths, support, consideration, + can change the world.

Social media has become a prevalent part of our lives, and for many of us, it's hard to imagine a day without scrolling through Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter. 

But have you ever considered how social media might be affecting your sleep?

For the past few months, I have been disturbed, like REALLY DISTURBED, by crazy + vivid dreams. I often wake from them and have trouble falling back to sleep - usually in fear that the certifiably insane dreams would continue.

There is growing evidence that social media use before bedtime can disrupt our sleeping patterns. 

Research has shown that the blue light emitted by our electronic devices can suppress the production of melatonin, the hormone that regulates our sleep-wake cycle. 

As a result, using social media before bed can make it harder for us to fall asleep and stay asleep throughout the night. That’s part of it.

But I believe there is more to the story.