Reclaiming Joy: It's Not Too Late to Begin Again

What if joy isn’t a reward for getting it all right—but a return to yourself? In this soul-stirring episode, Tara and Karen invite you to reclaim the joy that’s always been yours. Not the performative, Instagram-worthy kind—but the grounded, gritty, everyday joy that reminds you you’re still here, still worthy, still becoming. We talk about how joy gets buried under burnout, why honesty is the first step toward healing, and how the smallest acts of rebellion—a playlist, a boundary, a breath—can lead you back to yourself. Because joy isn’t just a feeling. It’s a lifeline. ✨ Listen in for real talk, practical reflection, and a timely reminder: You’re not too late. You’re not too far gone. You get to begin again. Featuring: — Jill Scott’s “Golden” as your personal anthem — A journaling prompt to spark your next joy moment — A quote to carry into the week ahead Music: Love Is Waiting Produced in collaboration with VMJ Arts Collective Follow us on Instagram! Playlists: Spotify YouTube Music Chapters (00:00:53) - Reclaiming Your Joy(00:01:35) - Finding Joy in the Little Moments(00:02:11) - Joy in Everyday Moments(00:07:37) - How to Realize How Far Away From Joy You Are(00:12:36) - How to Find Joy in Life(00:17:57) - QOTD: What's One Small Thing to Do This Week That Will Bring You Joy?(00:20:21) - Choose Joy