Ep 12: Reclaiming Joy, Peace and Purpose with Dr. Beverley Boothe

What if joy isn’t something you find, but something you have to reclaim as a birthright?In this episode of Black Women North of 50, host Wynn Helms is joined by psychotherapist Dr. Beverley Boothe to explore the deep well of joy that lives within us, especially as we navigate the shifting terrain of being women north of 50. Together, they unravel the myths that confuse joy with happiness and talk about how to return to joy even when life feels overwhelming.Dr. Boothe reminds us that joy is not a fleeting feeling but a steady companion, rooted in purpose, spiritual connection, stillness, and the wisdom of our lived experiences.In this episode, you’ll hear about:The difference between joy and happiness, and why it mattersFinding peace in stillness, nature, and spiritual practiceLearning to retreat inward, even while raising children or leading othersThe value of supportive communitiesReclaiming purpose and identity after giving so much to others💡Remember: Joy is not something you chase. It’s who you are when the outside noise fades.🔔 Subscribe to Black Women North of 50 for more real talk:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BlackWomenNorthof50Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2nKFK1EXhig9cPKFGDCZgfApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/black-women-north-of-50/id1793933300💌 Want to share your story or suggest a topic? Wynn would love to hear from you:IG/FB: @BlackWomenNorthof50Email: [email protected]: www.blackwomennorthof50.com