Carrie - The Math of Joy: Solving the Equation for a Life You Love

Send us Fan MailFor 31 years, Carrie Helmer taught students how to solve for X—finding the missing number, balancing equations, and showing your work. But as retirement approached, she realized there was one equation she’d never solved for herself: Joy = ?In this episode of Project You 2.2, Carrie shares her journey of rediscovering joy beyond grades, schedules, and expectations. From backyard adventures and Barbie houses as a child, to learning to say “yes” to life’s scary, exhilarating moments as an adult, she reveals the lessons that transformed her life—and how they can transform yours.If you’ve ever felt stuck, anxious, or like life is passing by while you wait for the “right moment” to feel happy, this episode is for you. Carrie breaks down the simple formula she now lives by: Joy = (Presence + Purpose + Play) ÷ Expectations, and shows how stepping out of your comfort zone can ignite joy, confidence, and meaningful connection.Tune in to hear how you can start choosing joy today—and take the first steps toward the life you’ve always wanted.Ready to start living your best life? Visit www.projectyou22.org or email Carrie at [email protected] to schedule a free call and explore how coaching can help you uncover joy, confidence, and your spark for life.