Your Journey to Joy

moyragorski

This is Your Journey to Joy Podcast where you will hear inspiring stories from those who over come all kinds of lifes challenges., tips on how to stay healthy during stress of life and simple ways of finding joy in your own life.

  1. May 12

    Finding Joy Through Dance: Moyra's Transformative Journey

    In this episode I  share my  inspiring journey of discovering ballroom dance during the pandemic and how it transformed my life. Moyra who was not a dancer growing up, found herself intrigued by a friend's Facebook posts about ballroom dancing. Encouraged to try it out, she took her first lesson at a Fred Astaire studio and quickly became hooked. In this episode Moyra discusses how dancing became more than just a hobby; it became a form of life coaching and personal growth. She shared four key lessons she learned through dance: I hope you find it empowering and motivating to say YES to yourself, whatever age you are !!    Find more about the Joyful M Circle here.    More about Moyra and all she offers to you    -------------------------------- 00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome 00:00:14 - Origin of the Story Sharing Idea 00:00:34 - Moyra's Dance Journey Begins 00:01:00 - Discovering Dance During the Pandemic 00:01:31 - Initial Curiosity and First Dance Lesson 00:02:24 - Moyra's Background and Love for Classical Music 00:03:07 - Professional Dance Instructors and Early Lessons 00:03:38 - Realizing the Deeper Impact of Dance 00:04:01 - Four Key Lessons from Dance 00:05:06 - Saying Yes to Yourself 00:07:05 - Following a Lead 00:09:00 - Trust and Letting Go of Control 00:11:05 - Trust and Being Held 00:14:24 - Dance as a Metaphor for Life 00:16:05 - Physical Demands of Dance and Nutrition 00:18:09 - Essential Oils and Stress Relief 00:20:33 - Nutrition and Competitions 00:22:11 - Impact of Dance on Coaching and Supporting Women 00:23:04 - Confidence, Presence, and Joy 00:25:05 - Encouraging Women to Start Something New 00:27:02 - Finding Joy and Healing Through Dance 00:29:54 - Final Message: You Are Worth It 00:32:02 - Choosing to Live for Yourself 00:34:00 - Confidence and Posture 00:35:09 - Vulnerability and Mirror Work 00:37:05 - Asking for Support 00:39:01 - Investing in Yourself 00:41:09 - Living for Today 00:41:52 - Conclusion and Gratitude

    43 min
  2. 12/26/2025

    Living Fully: Reclaiming Joy and Purpose After Cancer: A conversation with Jamie Greshaber

    In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, host Moyra Gorski welcomes a special guest, Jamie, whom she met during a retreat for cancer survivors. Moyra shares her personal experience with breast cancer and discusses how vulnerability can lead to connection and healing. The conversation highlights the mission of Faith Through Fire, a nonprofit organization that supports cancer survivors through mentorship. Listeners can expect to hear inspiring stories of resilience, practical tips for maintaining health during life's challenges, and encouragement to seek joy amidst the chaos. Join Moyra  and Jamie as they embark on a heartfelt journey to discover joy and support one another in overcoming life's obstacles. ------------------ 00:00:00 - Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast 00:00:18 - Host Introduction and Mission 00:01:13 - Guest Introduction: Jamie Grieshaber 00:02:06 - Meeting Jamie and the Cancer Retreat 00:03:45 - Faith Through Fire and Mentorship 00:05:06 - The Importance of Vulnerability 00:07:04 - Moira's Cancer Journey and Sharing Stories 00:09:05 - Jamie's Cancer Diagnosis and Initial Reactions 00:11:05 - Receiving the Diagnosis on Her 40th Birthday 00:13:09 - Navigating Fear and Urgency in Cancer Treatment 00:15:09 - Permission to Pause and Make Informed Decisions 00:17:06 - The Power of Sharing and Controlling the Narrative 00:19:02 - Support and Positivity from the Community 00:21:00 - Jamie's Blog and Finding Joy in Hard Times 00:23:01 - Choosing Not to Reconstruct and Setting Boundaries 00:25:06 - Dealing with External Pressures and Projections 00:27:06 - Processing Loss and Redefining Self 00:29:02 - The Importance of Taking Time for Self-Reflection 00:31:08 - Finding the Cancer in Life and Letting Go of Control 00:33:03 - The Value of Solitude and Personal Retreats 00:35:08 - Choosing to Live Fully and Actively Seeking Joy 00:37:08 - The Concept of Joy vs. Happiness 00:39:09 - Finding Joy in Small Things and Everyday Moments 00:41:10 - Gratitude Practices and Daily Joy 00:43:05 - Humor and Absurdity in Joyful Moments --------------   Want to continue to support ?  Buy me a cup of coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juggling Grab your Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness guide here. Check out my journal today. Purchase your own Journey to Joy Journal .  Book your Find your JOY discovery call here.  Reach out to me @ moyra@moyragorski.com  Or find me on Social  Facebook here  Instagram here

    59 min
4.8
out of 5
41 Ratings

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This is Your Journey to Joy Podcast where you will hear inspiring stories from those who over come all kinds of lifes challenges., tips on how to stay healthy during stress of life and simple ways of finding joy in your own life.