EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 6 MIN
JOY
from Change Your Thinking, Change Your Life · host Michelle Burkhard
In this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle continues the powerful 10-part series on the qualities that create a rich, successful, and meaningful life by exploring one of the most transformative qualities of all: joy.But this conversation goes far beyond temporary happiness or positive thinking. Michelle shares how true joy is not dependent on circumstances, situations, or everything going perfectly in life. Instead, joy is something that can be cultivated through trust, honesty, allowance, gentleness, gratitude, and emotional awareness.Through deeply personal stories about grief, loss, healing,relationships, and everyday life, Michelle explores how joy and sorrow can exist together and why allowing yourself to fully experience emotions without judgment often leads to greater peace, resilience, and fulfillment. She alsodiscusses the difference between authentic joy and toxic positivity, reminding listeners that real joy does not require pretending everything is okay when it isn’t.If you’ve ever wondered how to find joy in difficultseasons, how to move through grief with grace, or how to create a more meaningful and emotionally grounded life, this episode offers an uplifting and thoughtful perspective that will stay with you long after you listen.The next round of the Grow By 1 Coaching Academy begins June 14th. Learn more at: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyThe Grow By 1 Shop is officially open with digital andphysical products now available: GrowBy1.com/ShopQuestions or feedback? Reach out anytime at: [email protected] ready for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation aboutjoy, gratitude, emotional healing, and what it truly means to live a rich and meaningful life.
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In this episode of the Change Your Thinking, Change YourLife podcast, Michelle continues the powerful 10-part series on the qualities that create a rich, successful, and meaningful life by exploring one of the most transformative qualities of all: joy.But this conversation goes far beyond temporary happiness or positive thinking. Michelle shares how true joy is not dependent on circumstances, situations, or everything going perfectly in life. Instead, joy is something that can be cultivated through trust, honesty, allowance, gentleness, gratitude, and emotional awareness.Through deeply personal stories about grief, loss, healing,relationships, and everyday life, Michelle explores how joy and sorrow can exist together and why allowing yourself to fully experience emotions without judgment often leads to greater peace, resilience, and fulfillment. She alsodiscusses the difference between authentic joy and toxic positivity, reminding listeners that real joy does not require pretending everything is okay when it isn’t.If you’ve ever wondered how to find joy in difficultseasons, how to move through grief with grace, or how to create a more meaningful and emotionally grounded life, this episode offers an uplifting and thoughtful perspective that will stay with you long after you listen.The next round of the Grow By 1 Coaching Academy begins June 14th. Learn more at: GrowBy1.com/CoachingAcademyThe Grow By 1 Shop is officially open with digital andphysical products now available: GrowBy1.com/ShopQuestions or feedback? Reach out anytime at: [email protected] ready for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation aboutjoy, gratitude, emotional healing, and what it truly means to live a rich and meaningful life.
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