Journey To Joy Live

Dr. NJoy
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Journey to Joy Live is your weekly prescription for more joy. Hosted by Dr. NJoy, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, this podcast is for Wife. Mom. Bosses who are tired of losing themselves while taking care of everyone else. Through honest conversations, expert insight, and practical strategies, Dr. NJoy and her guests explore the mental load, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationships, purpose, resilience, and the challenge of balancing marriage, motherhood, career, and self. Using the INSPIRE Joy Method™, you’ll learn how to strengthen your mental, physical, financial, aspirational, and social well-being while putting yourself back on your own priority list—without guilt. Because the Journey to Joy begins the day you decide you matter too. Tune in for real talk, practical tools, inspiring stories, and your weekly reminder that you don’t have to lose yourself to love, lead, and care for everyone else.

  1. 8h ago

    Ep 173: The Cost of Waiting: Are You Sacrificing Joy for Success?

    Are you building a successful life… or postponing the life you actually want? We're taught to work hard, sacrifice now, and enjoy life later. But what if "later" never comes? This week on Journey to Joy Live, I'm joined by Dr. Kristine Goins, Integrative Psychiatrist & Digital Nomad. We're talking about: - The hidden emotional and financial cost of postponing joy - Building wealth WITHOUT putting your life on hold - Why "just for now" can quietly turn into 10 years - Creating a life of freedom, flexibility, and fulfillment NOW! Find Dr. Kristine Goins at www.thenomadmd.com and IG @thenomadmds

  2. 6d ago

    Ep 172: Your Body Isn't The Problem: How to Feel Strong, Confident, & At Home in Your Own Skin

    This week on Journey to Joy Live, we’re talking about something so many women struggle with: Your Body Isn’t the Problem. Join me and Dr. Aissa McGuirl DPT CSCS, Doctor of Physical Therapy, as we talk about how to deal with pain and feel stronger, more confident, and more at home in your own skin—without constantly fighting your body in addition to practical tips regarding mobility and breathing in order to change your body from the sympathetic nervous system response (fight or flight) to the parasympathetic nervous system response (rest and digest). Because your body doesn’t need punishment—it needs partnership. Connect with Dr. Aissa @dr.aissa_ and www.connectthebodydots.com

  3. Oct 9

    Ep 171: When Love Makes You Forget Who You Are

    How do you know when a relationship is just difficult… or emotionally abusive? This week on Journey to Joy Live, I’m joined by Joy Larkin, Narcissist Abuse Coach, for a powerful conversation about red flags, emotional manipulation, losing yourself in love, and what it takes to begin reclaiming your life. Recognize the Red Flags. Reclaim Your Joy. We’ll talk about why narcissistic abuse can slowly erode confidence, why so many people miss the early warning signs, what to do if you feel trapped, and whether it’s possible to feel like yourself again after emotional abuse. If you’ve ever felt confused, drained, or disconnected from yourself in a relationship… this episode is for you. Learn more from Joy Larkin at www.livenarcfree.com

  4. Oct 3

    Ep 170: Protect Their Joy: Raising Teens Who Make Decisions They'll Never Regret

    As parents, we can't make every decision for our teens... but we can help shape the decisions they'll make when we're not around. This week on Journey to Joy Live, I'm joined by attorney Renette Jackson for a conversation every parent needs to hear. We'll discuss: -The legal consequences of one bad decision -How to have conversations teens will actually listen to -Practical ways to help your teen protect their future—and their joy Because protecting their joy isn't about controlling every choice... It's about preparing them to make wise ones. Act Like A Teen, Think Like a Lawyer Book by Renette Jackson which can be found at Legally.mom Also follow Attorney Renette at @legallymom_

  5. Sep 25

    Ep 169: Your To-Do List Will Never Tell You You're Enough

    Do you ever finish one task... only to add three more? As a Wife. Mom. Boss., the to-do list never seems to end. The laundry gets done, another load appears. You answer the emails, and five more come in. You take care of everyone else, yet somehow still go to bed feeling like you didn't do enough. But what if the problem isn't your to-do list... What if it's the belief that your worth is tied to your productivity? This week, I'm diving into why so many high-achieving women struggle to ever feel "done," why rest can feel uncomfortable, and how to stop measuring your value by everything you accomplish. Because here's the truth: Your to-do list will never tell you you're enough... but you can. If you've ever felt like no matter how much you accomplish, it's never enough... this episode is for you.

  6. Sep 18

    Ep 168: It's Not Over: How Trauma Doesn't Get The Final Say

    What if your worst chapter isn't the end of your story? September is National Recovery Month and National Suicide Prevention Month—a reminder that healing is possible, hope is real, and it's not over. This week, I'm honored to sit down with Minister Katherine Brown whose journey includes surviving childhood trauma, addiction, incarceration, and unimaginable pain. Today, she uses her story to inspire others and remind them that their past does not have to define their future. Together, we'll discuss: - How trauma doesn't get the final say. -The road from surviving to truly living. -The power of faith, forgiveness, and second chances. -Why recovery is about more than breaking free from addiction—it's about reclaiming your life. If you've ever wondered whether healing is possible after life's darkest moments, this conversation is for you. Because no matter what you've been through... Your story isn't over. If this episode encourages even one person to hold on, ask for help, or believe that tomorrow can be different, it will have been worth it.

  7. Sep 14

    Ep 167: You're Not Getting Older...You're Getting Bolder

    What if your best years aren't behind you... they're just beginning? Somewhere along the way, women were taught to fear getting older. But what if aging isn't something to survive... What if it's your invitation to become bolder? This week, I'm joined by Makia White, MA, Midlife Strategist, Author, and Consultant, for an empowering conversation about embracing your next chapter with confidence, purpose, and joy. Together, we'll discuss: - Why midlife isn't a crisis—it's a reinvention. - How to reconnect with your identity beyond your roles. - Building confidence, setting healthy boundaries, and embracing your value. - Why getting older might be the greatest gift you've ever been given. Because you're not fading... You're finally becoming the woman you've always been meant to be. Growing older is inevitable. Growing bolder is a choice. Find Makia White's book: Faith Strong: How To Move From Despair to Triumph on Amazon

  8. Sep 4

    Ep 166: Chasing 'Me-Time': Finding Yourself without Losing Your Family

    When was the last time you chased something just for YOU? This week, my husband Juan joins me for a conversation that's personal, honest, and one so many Wife. Mom. Bosses need to hear. He's been chasing all 30 Major League Baseball stadiums. I've been chasing 100 half marathons. Those goals may look different, but they have one thing in common... They're our "me time." We'll talk about why pursuing your own passions doesn't take away from your family—it can actually make you a better spouse, parent, and partner. -How do you make time for yourself without feeling guilty? -Why "me time" strengthens relationships instead of hurting them. -How to support your partner's dreams while chasing your own. Because taking care of yourself isn't taking away from the people you love... It's one of the best gifts you can give them. What are YOU chasing that brings you joy?

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Journey to Joy Live is your weekly prescription for more joy. Hosted by Dr. NJoy, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist, this podcast is for Wife. Mom. Bosses who are tired of losing themselves while taking care of everyone else. Through honest conversations, expert insight, and practical strategies, Dr. NJoy and her guests explore the mental load, anxiety, ADHD, burnout, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationships, purpose, resilience, and the challenge of balancing marriage, motherhood, career, and self. Using the INSPIRE Joy Method™, you’ll learn how to strengthen your mental, physical, financial, aspirational, and social well-being while putting yourself back on your own priority list—without guilt. Because the Journey to Joy begins the day you decide you matter too. Tune in for real talk, practical tools, inspiring stories, and your weekly reminder that you don’t have to lose yourself to love, lead, and care for everyone else.

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  • Creator
    Dr. NJoy
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Explicit