From Lawyer to Laughter: Bonita Joy Yoder’s Journey to Joy | EP030

Joy isn't just a feeling—it’s a choice. Bonita Joy Yoder, a recovering attorney turned ventriloquist and humor expert, shares how laughter, play, and a shift in mindset create powerful healing. Through her puppets and her work in humor therapy, she shows that embracing joy—especially in tough times can be life-changing. Whether it’s using humor to navigate caregiving, shifting from adversarial thinking, or finding light in the darkest moments, Bonita reminds us that laughter releases endorphins, builds resilience, and helps us connect with others. Joy isn’t just a moment; it’s a way of life.About Our Guest: As a recovering attorney who now speaks, trains and emcees, Bonita Joy is known as "The Humor Strategist." She brings humor to presentations through ventriloquism and puppet friends.  Bonita Joy is an author of the forthcoming book "Tickle Their Funny Bone: Use Humor to Polish Your Presentations." Her mission is to share her middle name—Joy—with the world, helping others remember joy in their daily lives, work and relationships. For a free Humor Journal go to https://joy.funandfunnier.com Contact Bonita Joy at (785) 550-4944.Social Media Links:https://joy.funandfunnier.comWebsite:  https://www.bonitajoyyoder.comLinkedin:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonitajoy/Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/iambonitajoy/Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/bonitayoder/Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@thebonitajoyX:      https://twitter.com/iambonitajoyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonita.yoder.5About Me:I have cared for many family members across the life span, experiencing the joys and challenges of child-rearing, the poignance of caring for parents, friends, and elder partners. I realized that I could not handle the stress of family caregiving 24/7/365. It was time for a new approach to caring. My health and happiness were slipping away. This is how Think to Thrive for Caregivers evolved. Let your mind meet your heart so you don’t lose track of your life.Connect with Me:https://www.deborahgreenhut.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahgreenhut01/Find my books hereThanks for listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the podcastIf you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe in your favorite podcast app.Leave us an Apple Podcasts reviewRatings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.