263: Do You Struggle with Joy (Even Though You Know Christ)?

What keeps us from finding joy as Christians? If you’re struggling with finding joy in hard times despite being connected with God, join me today as I share 10 common reasons why you may be disconnected from godly joy (and what you can do about it).Don’t forget to download my newest free resource “10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy” to help you learn practical tools for finding joy!WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:[1:37] Announcement #1: New Site URL: AliciaMichelle.com now up![03:49] Announcement #2: New Book: Emotional Confidence Releases Nov 12! [08:22] Announcement #3: New Free Video Training:  “10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy” [12:04] Are You Secretly (or Not So Secretly) Mad At God?[14:50] Do You Feel Like You Are Always Searching For More?[16:03] Are You Holding Onto Bitterness or Anger?[18:14] Is There Something Holding You Back From Your Fullest Expression?[20:34] Isolation Affects Our Ability to Live Joyfully [21:59] Are You Paralyzed By Overthinking?[22:55] Are You Focused on Checking Boxes Instead of Checking in With Christ?[24:16] Are You Emotionally, Physically, or Spiritually Burnt Out?[25:42] Do You Know How to Process Your Emotions?[26:47] We Need to Build Habits + Mindsets That Make Us a Conduit for Godly Joy RESOURCES:Tired of up-and-down feelings stealing your peace, sabotaging your relationships, and filling your mind with self-defeating thoughts? If so, make sure to join the launch team for my new book, “Emotional Confidence: 3 Simple Steps to Manage Emotions with Science and Scripture”, coming November 12th!Godly joy is a fruit of the spirit, but our physical, mental and spiritual states (things we’re in charge of) play a huge role in our ability to receive godly joy. Let me show you 10 practical ways to tap into everyday Christ-centered joy in my new free video training:  10 Habits and Mindsets to Cultivate Extraordinary Joy. Download it now!Are you navigating new beginnings, creating new routines, or chasing divine dreams? If so, join us in the Onward + Upward Collective to gain the accountability, support, and encouragement (plus optional 1:1 coaching) you need to boldly pursue God's good plans.RELATED EPISODES:238: “How Can I Feel More Connected + Less Lonely This Year?”247: Avoiding Burnout: Finding Emotional + Mental Rest Despite Life’s Everyday Chaos258: When You're a Human "Doing" Instead of a Human Being259: Triggers + Responses: How Did You End Up Here?260: Who’s the Gatekeeper of Your Thoughts?261: So What Are You Going to Do About That?Send us Fan Mail