Welcome to the fourth installment in my yearlong series on Joy Intelligence™! (JQ) Everyday Flavors of Joy This month, we’re playing with the many ways we can experience JOY in our lives. Last month, I highlighted the science behind each of the four steps in the Chair of Joy®: SIT. BREATHE. THINK. FEEL. But there’s also […]
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Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: Honoring Your Well-Being In a world that often celebrates self-sacrifice, prioritizing self-care can feel like an act of defiance. Many of us grew up believing that taking time for ourselves was indulgent, even selfish. But the truth is, self-care isn’t selfish—it’s a vital act of self-respect, empowerment, and love. When we care
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Self-acceptance can sometimes be a difficult road, and for many of us, it can be one of the most transformative and empowering paths we walk. Yet, in a world that often values external validation over inner peace, learning to truly accept ourselves can feel challenging. However, one of the most powerful tools I’ve discovered in
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Hello, April. This month is a celebration of blossoming and becoming. Everywhere we look, we see the buds unfurl, colors burst forth, and the air hums with new beginnings. It’s a time of renewal, expansion, and stepping into the warmth of possibility here in the Northern Hemisphere. Our affirmations this month will nurture growth, inspire
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Boundaries are often misunderstood. They’re often seen as battle lines—tools for saying no to overwhelming demands, toxic relationships, and constant overextension. While there is truth in this perspective, it only tells part of the story. To wield the true power of boundaries, you must embrace the full essence of what they represent. What if boundaries
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Promoting our self-care through mindset and movement is vitally important to achieve a long and joyful life. Many struggle with exercise aversion, but taking responsibility for physical health is a powerful step towards vibrant longevity! What health problems can result from living a sedentary lifestyle? According to the World Health Organization, physical inactivity is a
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Welcome to the third (JQ) installment in my yearlong series on Joy Intelligence™! (JQ) In this 3rd month of the series, we’re deepening our exploration into the Chair of JOY® (CoJ) Experience, which I introduced last month. This time, we’ll be looking at the science behind each of the 4 steps of the CoJ. Overview
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Intergenerational trauma—sometimes called ancestral trauma or inherited trauma—is an invisible thread woven through families, influencing beliefs, behaviors, and emotional responses. It is trauma that has been passed down from one generation to the next, shaping how we navigate the world, often without us realizing it. Many of us carry fears, patterns, and emotional wounds that
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The Path to Self-Knowing As you may already know, I contributed Chapter 15 to the #1 Best-Selling Book, The Wellness Universe Guide to Complete Self-Care, Volume 5: 25 Tools for Life. I’m proud to say this is my fifth contribution in the WU series, and I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to share different
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The Fast-Paced World and Neglecting Self-Care In the fast-paced world we live in, it’s easy to put ourselves last. We rush from one obligation to another, often neglecting our own needs in the process. Often, our busyness is seen as a badge of honor. But what if we viewed self-care not as an indulgence but
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