Journal Up! with Becca Rae

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is dedicated, again, to my sister. My Bachelorette Party and Wedding would not have been complete without her presence. Before my Ray o' Son, she was the first sunshine in my world. Happy Spring! We are finally awake after a long Winter's nap! What a Winter! Thankful to be brushing the snowflakes off and looking toward full blooms ahead! How about you? Are you ready to shed, release some hibernation hues today?I have just the thing for you! This is one episode that will surely brighten up your day!We hope you will enjoy these last chapters of the memoir before kicking off Season 7 this Summer! We already have some special guests in the works whose journaling stories will surely lift your spirits!*Today's prompt is at 9:49.Today, enjoy the audio release of my memoir, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, Chapter 16, with somatic meditative journaling: stretching, taking some cleansing relaxing breaths, reflecting on God's subtle and sometimes blaring reminder, to lovingly listen. Settle into the page with our soothing meditative music, "Balance of Self," to set the margins for your pen, discovery, and appreciation.Chapter 16 is titled, "Pedicures and Precious Reunions," (2017) and details the power of resting in grace and joy thanks to the power of forgiveness. In a previous episode I shared a bit about my sister's Cancer story. Reuniting with her the night before my wedding was a reunion that turned heads at the nail salon!Today's Sacred Word is from Matthew 18:21-22An adventurous chapter in my journey restoring hope in forgiveness again.The Spring Sojourn series will lead up to the re-release of my memoir, complete with a revised title, new cover, and three new stories. Coming October 2026! *Catch up on recent season 6 episodes and chapters 1-15 in previous podcast seasons!*Chapter 13 we had some audio issues but thankfully these are resolved! Microphone issue is fixed!Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help!See all of our journaling ministry's offerings at: https://journalupwithbeccarae.com/ Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to lead your pen, resolve, and imagination.My goal in 2026 is to get a journal in the hands of 100 women over the age of forty who want to feel better by journaling every single day. Have you committed to my challenge?Works referenced in today's episode:Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023).https://www.amazon.com/Embodying-Joy-Journal-Memoir-Spirit-ebook/dp/B0BRVTBD4B/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode is dedicated to the late, great, Bob Weir. Thank you for the music. We're still here enjoying the ride. *Today's prompt is at 10:43Today, enjoy the audio release of my memoir, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, Chapter 15, with somatic meditative journaling: stretching, taking some cleansing relaxing breaths, reflecting on God's subtle and sometimes blaring reminder, to lovingly listen. Settle into the page with our new meditative music, "Balance of Self," to set the margins for your pen, discovery, and appreciation.Chapter 15 is titled, "You are Inspiration," (2012-2022) and details the power of pausing to catch the chords God is trying to play when we care enough to listen.It is also a tale of a strange cocktail of bourbon, banjos, and Bob Weir, and how leaning into each authentically set the vibration for a new song in my life's collection: falling in love with my Englishman in Colorado, my soon to be second husband.Today's chapter focuses on making every small and subtle choice surrendered to and surrounded by Divine inspiration.Today's Sacred Word is from Isaiah 55:3.A playful chapter in my journey restoring hope in love again.No, our love will not fade away...The Winter Sojourn series will lead up to the re-release of my memoir, complete with a revised title, new cover, and three new stories. Coming Spring 2026! *Catch up on recent season 6 episodes and chapters 1-14 in previous podcast seasons!*Chapter 13 we had some audio issues but thankfully these are resolved! Microphone issue is fixed!Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help! Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to lead your pen, resolve, and imagination.My goal in 2026 is to get a journal in the hands of 100 women over the age of forty who want to feel better by journaling every single day. Have you committed to my challenge?Works referenced in today's episode:Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023).https://www.amazon.com/Embodying-Joy-Journal-Memoir-Spirit-ebook/dp/B0BRVTBD4B/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0Support the show

Send us Fan Mail*GREAT news! We have fixed our microphone issue! *Today's prompt is at 11:06Today, enjoy the audio release of my memoir, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, Chapter 14, with somatic meditative journaling: stretching, taking some cleansing relaxing breaths, reflecting on the anchor of Faith, and finally settling into the page with our new meditative music, "Balance of Self," to set the margins for your pen, discovery, and appreciation.Chapter 14 is titled, "Just a Phone Call Away," (2013-2015) and details the memory of feeling the world shift as I felt a tug from the Universe to leave the past and New York State behind. In starting a new life in the High Rockies with my beau (who I married in 2016), I also left parts of my heart half way across the country. It is also a tale of Cross Country Cancer-being just a phone call away proved to be especially tricky when my younger sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. Today's chapter focuses on the possibilities God creates when we open ourselves to what Martha Beck loves to call "the way of integrity."Today's Sacred Word is from Luke 1:37 (ESV).Today's research is from The National Cancer Institute.A beautiful, bittersweet chapter and prompt of gratitude for your heart to remember to never entertain the "impossible" when it comes to God's loving and sovereign Hand.The Winter Sojourn series will lead up to the re-release of my memoir, complete with a revised title, new cover, and three new stories. Coming Spring 2026! *Catch up on recent season 6 episodes and chapters 1-13 in previous podcast seasons!*Chapter 13 we had some audio issues but thankfully these are resolved!Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help! Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to lead your pen, resolve, and imagination.My goal in 2026 is to get a journal in the hands of 100 women over the age of forty who want to feel better by journaling every single day.Works referenced in today's episode:Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023).https://www.amazon.com/Embodying-Joy-Journal-Memoir-Spirit-ebook/dp/B0BRVTBD4B/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0*Complete Research in the Notes section for Chapter 14 in the book.Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday, enjoy the audio release of my memoir, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, Chapter 13, with somatic meditative journaling: stretching, taking some cleansing relaxing breaths, reflecting on the anchor of Faith, and finally settling into the page with our new meditative music, "Balance of Self," to set the margins for your pen, discovery, and appreciation.Chapter 13 is titled, "One Red Request," (2006) and details the memory of the Christmas we faced news of our son's diagnosis with Autism. It was also the year we discovered we could face this diagnosis with hope and with heart, especially when we reached for the music and magic inspired by our son's one request from Santa, a red acoustic guitar.Follow our questions, inspiration, and hope today from diagnosis to how proud we are of our son today. Please keep him in your prayers as at this current time his Crohn's Disease is strongly impacting and challenging him. We hold onto hope for God to deliver him and guide him in this chapter too.We couldn't have done any of this without the help of God, family, friends, and especially the brave and caring educators, therapists, and specialists on our son's team from CPSE advocates to ACCESS-VR services today. A beautiful chapter and prompt of gratitude toward the last ten minutes of the episode, your heart will remember to never question miracles in unlikely and often questioned places today.The Winter Sojourn series will lead up to the re-release of my memoir, complete with a revised title, new cover, and three new stories. Coming Spring 2026! *Catch up on recent season 6 episodes and chapters 1-12 in previous podcast seasons!Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help! Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to lead your pen, resolve, and imagination.My goal in 2026 is to get a journal in the hands of 100 women over the age of forty who want to feel better by journaling every single day.Works referenced in today's episode:Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023).https://www.amazon.com/Embodying-Joy-Journal-Memoir-Spirit-ebook/dp/B0BRVTBD4B/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0*Complete Research in the Notes section for Chapter 13 in the book.*Photo credit for the Christmas picture of our son with his treasured red guitar goes to Michelle Neumayer Photography.Support the show

Send us Fan Mail ***Today's prompt is located at:  13:21Today, enjoy the audio release of my memoir, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, Chapter 12 today, with somatic meditative journaling: stretching, taking some cleansing relaxing breaths, reflecting on the anchoring Word, and finally settling into the page with our new meditative music, "Balance of Self," to set the margins for your pen, discovery, and appreciation.Chapter 12 is titled, "Collapsing Eternity," (2002-2003) and details the memory of collapsing space and time, recalling the love of my late grandfather and how in the eyes of my newborn named after him, I collapsed eternity, connecting with him, my late birth mother, and my home within myself, a prayer that continues today as I pray continually without ceasing, ever thankful for who I came from and the gift my son continues to be.A tale of two Raymonds, my adoptive grandfather, Papa Raymond S. Wilson, and my son, Raymond P. Burroughs, connected through me, thanks to the late Theresa N. Drake, the birth mother who released me for adoption, who I only met in my newborn son's eyes.A beautiful chapter and prompt of gratitude, the bittersweet song of love beyond eternity.The Winter Sojourn series will lead up to the re-release of my memoir, complete with a revised title, new cover, and three new stories. Coming Spring 2026! *Catch up on recent season 6 episodes and chapters 1-11 in previous podcast seasons!Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help! Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to lead your pen, resolve, and imagination.My goal in 2026 is to get a journal in the hands of 100 women over the age of forty who want to feel better by journaling every single day.Works referenced in today's episode:The Holy Bible:1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 NIVEmbodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023).https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal *Complete Research in the Notes section for Chapter 12 in my book "What is Epigenetics," Genomics & Precision Health Center for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC.gov (2022)."The importance of early bonding on the long-term mental health and resilience of children," London Journal of Primary Care (2016).--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Interested in signing up for my first sacred journaling circle of the year? We're reading The Sacred Romance (1997) by Curtis and Eldredge. We have ten spots left, start meeting on my birthday, February 3, and will meet until the first weekend in May. Check out my Substack for the details and secure Stripe enrollment link:https://substack.com/@beccaraeeagleThank you for listening. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a journaling curious friend. We also appreciate reviews. Thank you in advance!God bless you!You are so loved,Becca Rae#MentalHealthMatters #Journaling #SacredPenning #Bonding #CollapsingEternity #SnowflakesOnSunflowers #JournalUpPodcastWithBeccaRae #PrayWithoutCeasing #SomaticMeditativeJournaling #FeelBetterJournalUpSupport the show

Send us Fan MailSnowflakes on Sunflowers Journaling Sanctuary wishes you the best beginnings to your 2026!We hope that you are entering the new year relaxed and ready to greet each day with a posture of receiving delight.Our word of the year at Journal Up! is Delight!Our posture for the day is to receive exuberant delight from 2026!May God bless you each day along this present unfolding journey!As our gift to you again today, here is a preview of what paid subscribers are receiving on my Substack, every day, for six dollars a month this year.Yesterday, I had some unexpected technical difficulties with the quality of my audio. My mic was acting act but I think I have her under control again.To make it up to you, I'm offering one more free day to try out my daily somatic meditative journal offering recordings.For the next 6 days, on my Instagram and Substack, we also have a New Year's gift to you! I'll be posting the prompts embedded in my daily somatic meditative journaling experience.https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/Start small. Take five minutes to open your notebook, pick up your favourite pen, and pour your heart out.No editing. No questions about what pours out Don't even think about it until the ink is dry.Then, go back and reflect, not as an editor but as an act of grace and appreciation.Thank yourself for what came through.Leave it there.Go freer about your day.Do you want to feel better EVERY day?Journal every day in 2026.Build your joy muscles with this daily discipline.Dip in. Delight. Discover.Journaling.You are so loved.I'll be resting in the Margins,Becca Rae~Psalm 55:22~Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you. If you find them helpful, or want to receive the daily audio with somatic meditative journaling inspiration, become a paid subscriber on my Substack for only $6 a month in 2026.https://substack.com/@beccaraeeagle#Journaling #MentalHealthMatters #TherapeuticJournaling #SomaticMeditativeJournaling #LetLoveLeadYourPen Support the show

Send us Fan MailHappy New Year from Snowflakes on Sunflowers Journaling Sanctuary!We hope that you are entering the new year relaxed and ready to greet each day with a posture of receiving delight.Our word of the year at Journal Up! is Delight!Our posture for the day is to receive exuberant delight from 2026!May God bless you each day along this present unfolding journey!As our gift to you today, here is a preview of what paid subscribers are receiving on my Substack, every day, for six dollars a month this year.For the next 6 days, on my Instagram and Substack, we also have a New Year's gift to you! I'll be posting the prompts embedded in my daily somatic meditative journaling experience.https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/Start small. Take five minutes to open your notebook, pick up your favourite pen, and pour your heart out.No editing. No questions about what pours out Don't even think about it until the ink is dry.Then, go back and reflect, not as an editor but as an act of grace and appreciation.Thank yourself for what came through.Leave it there.Go freer about your day.Do you want to feel better EVERY day?Journal every day in 2026.Build your joy muscles with this daily discipline.Dip in. Delight. Discover.Journaling.You are so loved.I'll be resting in the Margins,Becca Rae~Psalm 55:22~Cast your cares on the Lord and He will sustain you. If you find them helpful, or want to receive the daily audio with somatic meditative journaling inspiration, become a paid subscriber on my Substack for only $6 a month in 2026.https://substack.com/@beccaraeeagle#Journaling #MentalHealthMatters #TherapeuticJournaling #SomaticMeditativeJournaling #LetLoveLeadYourPen #YouAreSoLoved Support the show

Send us Fan Mail***Today's journal prompt 14:49. Today's episode marks the end of a nine year journey devoted to the welcoming love held within my journal. From tragedy to triumph, the margins hold it all. Today's episode is a testimony to the commitment I've made to journaling and leaning on Divine acceptance within the pages. Dedicate yourself to this practice and witness the miracles delighting your way.Dabbling in journaling is wonderful but if you're looking for lifelong transformation, day to day habits will light each day.Can you make a commitment to miracles in 2026? Can you show up every day and journal?If not every day, can you show up for yourself once a week to journal?You'll thank me in 2027.Discipline yourself to delight in the embers as well as the raging flame. There is celebration in store either way.Dip in, delight, and discover what journaling pulled me through, particularly since 2016.Release, reset, and witness what delights you today. Our sacred penning prompt today can be used for one session or for many days. The choice is up to you.Snowflakes on Sunflowers Journaling Sanctuary podcast ministry is dedicated to the power of a personal journaling pause to receive loving downloads and insights to brighten your day, helping you feel better.To God be the Glory; Great things He has done!Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help! Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to lead your pen, resolve, and imagination.My goal in 2026 is to get a journal in the hands of 100 women over the age of forty who want to feel better by journaling every single day.Works referenced in today's episode:Delight:m-w.comdictionary.cambridge.org Martha Beck: The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self (2021)Sarah Young:Jesus Always (2016)The Holy Bible:Psalm 95:8Psalm 37:3,4Hebrews 12:2--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Interested in 365 daily journal prompts for 2026? Become a paid Subscriber to my Substack for $6 a month in 2026!https://substack.com/@beccaraeeagleThank you for listening. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with a journaling curious friend. We also appreciate reviews. Thank you in advance!Happy New Year! 2026!God bless you!You are so loved,Becca Rae#MentalHealthMatters #Journaling #SacredPenning #HappyNewYear2026 #SnowflakesOnSunflowers #JournalUpPodcastWithBeccaRae #Delight #SomaticMeditativeJournaling #FeelBetterJournalUpSupport the show

Send us Fan Mail ***Today's journal prompt 18:53. Today's episode marks the beginning of Snowflakes on Sunflowers Journaling Sanctuary podcast ministry. To God be the Glory; Great things He has done!Welcome to Season 6! It may have had a different title but it's always had the same host and the same mission: level up your life through journaling; journal up!Merry Christmastime!Since last Christmas, Praise the Lord, my father, Michael, received a new liver! Thank you for sparing my liver (as I was a donor) and praise you, God, for the selfless donation of a young person who died to save many lives, including my father's in early March, 2025. Thank You, Adonai! Don't believe in miracles? Talk to my father. Cancer free! Donate LIFE! #OrganDonation Ready to Journal Up toward the best in you? Journaling together can help! Join us here weekly for guided stories of the power of journaling and prompts to light your way.Interested in supporting igniting Faith? Purchase the book I became in international bestseller with, Ignite Your Faith! Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookInterested in reading my other book, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-currently available in e-book format (as it is being reformatted for future printing). Come journal with us with egregious, heartfelt tenacity! Here's the Kindle link!  https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal Merry Christmas 2025!God bless you and yours this holiday season!Works referenced in today's episode:Vanessa Marie Dewsbury (Canada):Living a Quiet Life: Reflections for Peace, Purpose, and Personal Growth (2025): https://www.amazon.com/Living-Quiet-Life-Reflections-Personal/dp/177519499XMartha Beck: Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity, and Finding Your Life's Purpose (2025)Julia Cameron:366 Meditations for Creative Living: The Daily Artist's Way (2025)Write for Life:Creative Tools for Every Writer (2022)Gabrielle Bernstein: Judgement Detox (2018)The Holy Bible:Hebrews 12:2 (NIV)*John 8:12 NIV-misquoted but not intentionally. God understands. His Word never returns void. Perfectly imperfect in HIM. #GraceSong of Solomon 6:3 (KJV)Ephesians 3:20 (NKJV)Interested in daily journal prompts for 2026?Join my Substack for $6 a month in 2026!https://substack.com/@beccaraeeagle#MentalHealthMatters #Christmas2025 #LiveDonor #Journaling #SacredPenning #Grateful #SnowflakesOnSunflowers #JournalUpPodcastWithBeccaRae #SomaticMeditativeJournaling New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode marks the end of our Joyful Journaling ministry. We close our season of The Sacred Penning Podcast and the podcast itself with a testimony to God for the miracles in Grace He has done.Merry Christmastime!Here is the story that made me an International Bestselling Author in a compilation book that helped build a school back in 2023 titled, Ignite Your Faith.Enjoy updates and praise for God's loving blessings and momentum in our lives, an update on my father, Michael's liver donor campaign, and listen in to hear my Christmas story, "Anchored by a Star," and a concluding journal prompt.To contact my Father's liver transplant coordinator at the University of Rochester Medicine, please call 585-275-5875 for a confidential discussion. Mention patient's name: Michael Van Scoyk.More information about the donation process can also be found at https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/transplant/live-donor.aspxPlease pray for my father, my family, and the possibility that I may be the live liver donor he is seeking. I just finished a most comprehensive and exhaustive round of testing in Rochester to see!Please share the information above about my father's campaign and listen to our Father's Day episode from this year to hear my Dad's story.Interested in supporting this book, building schools, and igniting Faith? Purchase the book, Ignite Your Faith! Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookInterested in reading my other book, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-currently available in e-book format (as it is being reformatted for future printing). Come journal with us with egregious, heartfelt tenacity! Here's the Kindle link!  https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal Merry Christmas 2024!God bless you and yours this holiday season!God bless you, your mental health, and your peace in His Presence and Grace in 2025!Thank you for supporting this podcast!Joyful Journaling to you! May your pen find its Sacred Well!We will see what podcasting and writing God lead us to next!To God be the Glory; Great Things He has accomplished!Jesus-King of Kings, yesterday, today, always! May He reign in your heart!Peace be with you, yours, and our world in 2025!#MentalHealthMatters #Christmas2024 #LiveDonor #Journaling #SacredPenning #Grateful #FinalEpisode #IgniteYourFaith #GodIsGood #GodHasAPlan #WomenWhoPodcast #YouMatter #AnchoredByAStar #GiftLife #OrganDonation New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode highlights the joy I experienced upon acceptance and matriculation at Hertford College, Oxford University, during a study abroad program my Senior year of college.Each of us is worthy of a "Hogwarts letter," and God is always ready to provide it. We simply have to believe, as the title of this chapter in my life suggests, that "U are Worthy of Magic."Join us on an Oxford University/Travel semester abroad appreciation letter, complete with an inspiring journal prompt today!You're invited to journal along to the track from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 19 today (created just for this chapter). Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eIf you're interested in something a bit more traditional that you may be used to as a usual Joyful Journaling, The Sacred Penning Podcast listener, consider hopping over to this website and choose a track that I usually feature weekly (outside of this memoir series) Massood Taj @ http://www.massoodtaj.com/global-music-for-sacred-spaces.html  "Unconditional Love" is one of my personal favourites!Interact with today's chapter, Chapter Ten, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. This episode is not just a Summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you as you heal from any story that may have caused you harm. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.If you or someone you know is interested in exploring this life-saving opportunity to save my Dad's life from Liver Cancer, or if you can assist by spreading the word, please contact our transplant coordinator at the University of Rochester Medicine at 585-275-5875 for a confidential discussion. More information about the donation process can also be found at https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/transplant/live-donor.aspxInterested in attending the FREE Christian Women's Summit I mentioned in this episode, The Confident Godly Woman Summit? Are you longing for deeper confidence, lasting peace, and a life that aligns with God's purpose? Then, The Confident Godly Woman Summit is your FREE invitation to discover the power within you! The event runs August 5,6,7, and is your chance to:Break free from limitations and step into your God-given confidence; Experience a renewed sense of purpose and direction; and Discover the joy of living a life aligned with God's will! Join Annette Renee, Judith Kambia Obatusa, Rachael Arnold, and myself for a conference on cultivating mindset, physical health, and spiritual growth. I will speak on the importance of getting REAL with yourself in a REEL focused world via the self-care practice of somatic meditative journaling!  Join us for free at this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-confident-godly-woman-summit-tickets-911807981217?aff=oddtdtcreatorUntil next time, may your pen find its sacred well!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailNatasha Rae, a Canadian author and public figure I am blessed to know,  lives up to her motto: "no one left behind," and  her love and devotion to healing her family, legacy, and living surrendered in Faith is proof. Natasha has a heart for service and plays in the comforting Presence of the Lord.Natasha and I are both authors, have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and both keep a Spirit-led self-care journaling practice that has transformed our lives by leaving it all out there with God on the page.Devoted Mom, International Bestselling Author, Certified Biblical Health, Nutrition, and Fitness Coach, Owner/Operator at Precious Purity Healing, President of Kingdom Testimony TV, Podcast Host of "Dear Daddy Podcast", Christian Women's Prayer Warrior, Youth Ministry Leader, and "His Emerald Princess", Natasha is a beautiful, confident, vulnerable powerhouse of a Sister in Christ to walk along this life journey with! On today's episode hear Natasha's heart for the Lord, how Faith and journaling have strengthened, inspired, and transformed her life and legacy, as well as her books and ministry.There is power in letting go on the page and to supernatural, healing love that provides freedom to connect with all of God's gifts around us!  He loves us and loves us through!You can explore more of Natasha's wisdom and offerings in the following places: Amazon author's page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Natasha-Rae/author/B0BQPMM568?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/natasha.rumohrYouTube Kingdom Testimony TV:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_oKzcGkgw8Tvh30yGDG72w/aboutExplore all my journaling offerings including 1:1 retreats, small group and large group retreats, journaling devotionals, and upcoming courses at: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/*****We hope you enjoy the simple, powerful prompt Natasha leaves for us toward the end of our conversation today!Thank you for journaling with us this week!Until next time, may your pen find its sacred well!Like this episode? Please rate it five stars and give it a written review to help other women make journaling a healthy part of their self-care!DM me for a private conversation on what you took away from this episode! I love talking about the transformative power of the pen in our hands!https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode highlights the joy I felt in meeting a gentleman in my life, my first husband, who I am ever thankful to God for, especially for the gift of our son, Raymond.Fairytales don't always work out, and yet, "Every Life is a Fairy Tale Written by God's Fingers," (Anonymous). You're invited to journal along to the tracks from my accompanying Spotify playlist: tracks 17 and 18 today (created just for this chapter). Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Ten, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you as you heal from any story that may have caused you harm. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.If you or someone you know is interested in exploring this life-saving opportunity to save my Dad's life from Liver Cancer, or if you can assist by spreading the word, please contact our transplant coordinator at the University of Rochester Medicine at 585-275-5875 for a confidential discussion. More information about the donation process can also be found at https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/transplant/live-donor.aspxExplore all my journaling offerings including 1:1 retreats, small group and large group retreats, journaling devotionals, and upcoming courses at: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/ Thank you for journaling with us this week!Coming up soon on our podcast, special guest Christian author and influencer, Natasha Rae!Until next time, may your pen find its sacred well!Like this episode? Please rate it five stars and give it a written review to help other women make journaling a healthy part of their self-care!DM me for a private conversation on what you took away from this episode! I love talking about the transformative power of the pen in our hands! https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailPersonal literacy and following the breadcrumbs that truly serve us is accessible to all.What is pulling at your attention today? What made you stop when scrolling, listening to a conversation, or reading something today? "Notice the intuitive pulls," Dr. Stephanie Affinito urges us. The book you need is "patient" and waiting for you. The writing you need to do is always waiting in an open notebook.I know you're going to love this conversation today! We enjoyed talking so much we could have made this episode into a three-part literacy/notebooking series!Stephanie Affinito is a book-loving, notebook-hoarding literacy teacher educator on a mission to change lives one book and one notebook at a time. She is the leading specialist in creating a personalized book apothecary to meet our personal goals and needs. Mental wellness is important to Stephanie and we appreciate her dedication to serving others in such dedicated, professional ways!She blogs about the power of leading literate lives at www.alitlife.com and podcasts weekly on books and reading, writing and notebooks and everything in between on Get Lit(erate). She also chats with a new children’s literature author every week on her KidLit Love podcast, too. You can find her online at www.alitlife.com and on most social platforms using @AffinitoLit.Stephanie loves sharing personalized snail mail book recommendations to readers all over the world. All you need to do is fill out a quick google form and check your physical mailboxes over the next couple of weeks! Here's the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeY-45gmncWxupgB8KR0Ub2cmYF7D-1FMMKsh7Gr6-tg2Uaug/viewformCheck out Stephanie's exciting self-paced Summer course at: https://stephanie-affinito-0cab.mykajabi.com/restorativereadingConnect with Stephanie on her socials:www.facebook.com/AffinitoLitwww.instagram.com/AffinitoLit Interested in joining the Free Women's seminar I'm speaking at on June 25th about the Transformative Power of Somatic Meditative Journaling : Here is your link to join us for FREE at Reignite Your Path and Passion, June 21-25-https://summit.reinventingyourselfnow.com/BeccaExplore all my journaling offerings including 1:1 retreats, small group and large group retreats, journaling devotionals, and upcoming courses at: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/ Thank you for journaling with us this week!Coming up soon on our podcast, special guest Natasha Rae, and it's back! Summer Sojourn Series-the free e-book reading of my first book, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir with Journal Space for Body, Mind, and Spirit. Available on Amazon in e-book format! Until next time, may your pen find its sacred well!Like this episode? Please rate it five stars and give it a written review to help other women make journaling a healthy part of their self-care!DM me for a private conversation on what you took away from this episode! I love talking about the transformative power of the pen in our hands! https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/orNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday, we have a very special episode for Father's Day!I share the story of unwavering support in my life, my father, Mike's love.I also share his call for help. My Dad needs a live liver donor to help him beat his Cancer.Learn about my special adoption story, a shout out to my birth father in Heaven, and the man whose unconditional love and inspiration has held me, my adoptive father, Mike, unwavering, at all times.Enjoy your own memory/gratitude to a person who has served in a fatherly role in your own life in our journaling today!Somatic stretching, breathwork, mediative journaling-it's all here to support you in the process today!Today's quotes from the following places:"The Man Who Thinks He Can" by Walter D. Wintle via https://www.poemhunter.com/poem/the-man-who-thinks-he-can/Psalm 103:13 NIV: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+103%3A13&version=NIVInterview with my father, Michael VanScoykLetter penned by Mike Van Scoyk and Becca Rae Eagle (Michelle R. Burroughs). See my Facebook page or IG to read the entire letter.To contact my Father's transplant coordinator at the University of Rochester Medicine at 585-275-5875 for a confidential discussion. More information about the donation process can also be found at https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/transplant/live-donor.aspxInterested in joining the Free Women's seminar I'm speaking at on June 25th about the Transformative Power of Somatic Meditative Journaling : Here is your link to join us for FREE at Reignite Your Path and Passion, June 21-25-https://summit.reinventingyourselfnow.com/BeccaGet 20% off my Summer journaling courses if you register by 6.21.24! Here is your link to check out the course and save: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/six-week-success-soundtrack-new-song-new-you?coupon=SUMMERTWENTYSALELooking to join a Faith based journaling community? Join my Sacred Penning with Becca Rae Facebook group! We'd love to see you there, sister! https://www.facebook.com/share/rD2YLCULqrKWq4cy/We are created for connection, even in this intimate, deeply personal practice to cheer one another on!Thank you for journaling with us this week!Coming up later in the week-Special Guest, Stephanie Affinito!Until next time, may your pen find its sacred well!Like this episode? Please rate it five stars and give it a written review to help other women make journaling a healthy part of their own body, mind, and spirit routine that yields transformative results!We appreciate you!You are so loved!God has a plan!Blessings,Becca Rae  *Photo for this episode is Dad (Mike), myself, and my sister (Syracuse, NY)New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, coach Marla Beech highlights a journaling technique to get REAL with ourselves in safe and empowering ways thanks to a coach who introduced her to the research behind this application to self-care, Dr. Matt Townsend, https://matttownsend.comMarla Beech, The Hope Coach, focuses on Finding PEACE with the past & HOPE for the future!Marla is wife to the man she adores, mom to 4 adult children, 2 in-law children and a Grandma’ma!Marla has a BS Degree in Elementary Education, is a Certified Peacemaker Coach through the Townsend Relationship Center, host of the Overburdened No More Podcast, and an educator/speaker.She loves to hike, journal, travel, sew, knit, crochet, garden & read any chance she gets, which these days isn’t as often as she’d like.Marla loves coaching women who are working their way through their FOG. As a woman who also deals with the FOG, she knows what it takes to stay mentally, physically, emotional and spiritually healthy.As a certified Coach, Marla focuses on sharing skills of HOPE to those she works with, through journaling, mindfulness, priority planning, and positive psychology principles. She believes that connection with your TIME, LIFE, and SELF are key to overcoming the effects of your personal FOG.As a devoted Christian, Marla shares how Jesus Christ gives lasting peace and hope, whatever your circumstances. “I acknowledge there are things I can’t resolve on my own and that the things I have learned that have saved me, ultimately came from Jesus Christ.”Optimism is the result of having a perfect brightness of HOPE while loving God and all mankind.Marla works one-on-one with clients as well as groups. She loves helping women apply skills that create HOPE through purpose driven practice. She offers many online classes and in-person group workshops to reach as many people as possible.Marla is obsessed with connection! She desires every woman to feel connected to her SELF. This connection happens as she recognizes her unique gifts, talents, and character strengths and then uses them to connect to herself so she can connect more authentically with others.To work with Marla/book a free call to meet:  Hunkeedori.com/MiniMentor https://view.flodesk.com/pages/6270369a1e8046b2202540d1You can also email her at: http://[email protected] offers a free video series: 4 Tips to Improve Any Relationship at: https://hunkeedori.myflodesk.com/ownae2la32Marla also has a Freebie for our listeners: An ebook"Get Out of the Fog and Feel Like Yourself Again" at: https://hunkeedori.myflodesk.com/hax7svff5vInterested in working with me for a stress-less Summer? I'm offering two forty-day somatic meditative journaling courses June to August. Both courses include sound healing music, breathwork, and somatic mediative journaling. The first is Biblical, Faith-based, and the the second is based on the wisdom of Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist. Both are guaranteed to elevate your Summer, body, mind, and spirit!Check out both courses on my Sacred Penning website: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/Here's your coupon to save 55% off on either course until 6.12: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/?coupon=HIGHVIBESUMMERCODENew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Science and Spirit Collide!Today, we discuss soul full solutions for a stress less Summer!Based in Truth and research, experienced best in body, mind, and spirit letting go, today, I get down to the research and the promises behind why you were designed for peace and release over stress.Have a listen in!Somatic stretching, breathwork, mediative journaling-it's all here to support you in the process!Today's research from the following places:Purdue University (2022): "Looking for a way to help reduce stress, anxiety? Journaling might be worth a try," https://www.purdue.edu/newsroom/purduetoday/releases/2022/Q3/looking-for-a-way-to-help-reduce-stress,-anxiety-journaling-might-be-worth-a-try.htmlPositive Psychology (2018) "5 Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health," https://positivepsychology.com/benefits-of-journaling/?_ga=2.186325993.1159941387.1717622864-2081760332.1717622864Forbes Magazine (2023) "The Power Of Journaling And Why It Matters In Your Career," https://www.forbes.com/sites/lucianapaulise/2023/08/14/the-power-of-journaling-and-why-it-matters-in-your-career/?sh=566ff0f769aaToday's Bible References, NIV.Today's sacred healing music (used with permission and blessing), "Dream Maker B," from Massood Taj at: http://www.massoodtaj.com/global-music-for-sacred-spaces.htmlInterested in joining the Free Women's seminar I mentioned? Here is your link to join us at Reignite Your Path and Passion, June 21-25-https://summit.reinventingyourselfnow.com/BeccaInterested in joining the PhunRaising Phish retreat (Water Wheel Foundation and Divided Sky Foundation) that I referenced or either of my Summer journaling courses? Here is the link to my website-https://sacredpenning.podia.com/Get 55% off Summer journaling courses if you register by 6.12.24! Here is your link to check out both courses and save BIG-https://sacredpenning.podia.com/?coupon=HIGHVIBESUMMERCODELooking to join a Faith based journaling community? Join my Sacred Penning with Becca Rae Facebook group! We'd love to see you there, sister! https://www.facebook.com/share/rD2YLCULqrKWq4cy/We are created for connection, even in this intimate, deeply personal practice to cheer one another on!Thank you for journaling with us this week!Coming up later in the week-Special Guest Marla Beech!Coming up Father's Day, June 16th-Special Father's Day Episode!Until next time, may your pen find its sacred well!Like this episode? Please rate it five stars and give it a written review to help other women make journaling a healthy part of their own body, mind, and spirit routine that yields transformative results!We appreciate you!You are so loved!God has a plan!Blessings,Becca Rae New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailAnna K. Morris and I share a passion for journaling and a dedication to not getting away with anything on the page!As a Clarity and Confidence Coach, boy mom, yoga instructor, and home designer "committed to everyone living a life they love," Anna knows firsthand we can't get to "what we're not willing to look at (examine)." Journaling is one of the best self-care practices to do this!Anna and I talk about getting gritty, dipping in, delighting, and discovering the best life has to offer thanks to our beloved journal practices. A practice that lovingly serves ourselves and others in mindful self-care and personal development,  we've worked to transform lives by rediscovering ourselves.Sixteen years of loving service to her clients in, Anna helps you "dive deep, excavate, and discover the truest version of yourself."Enjoy the prompt she leaves us close to the end of our conversation! It's a powerhouse prompt for sure! If you're interested in working with Anna this Summer, she has The Reconnect 8-week group coaching program starting June 17th.Anna also recently launched her own podcast! Catch episode one of The Afundance Podcast! "Fun is the ultimate shortcut to abundance! Tune in for stories of how embracing joy leads to overflowing love, wealth, success, and so much more. Get ready to laugh, learn, and live abundantly!"Learn more about Anna K. Morris on her website. Grab a FREE self-care sheet and her Top Ten Journal Prompts to Change Your Life at: https://www.annakmorris.com/Looking for a little self-care getaway before June? Do I have a retreat for you tomorrow, May 23, for our Full Moon! Full Moon, Fully You! Sacred Penning RetreatStep into the light of your Sacred Feminine potential and call forward God's purpose and best for your life! Breathwork, somatic meditative journaling, and sacred music by Massood Taj of Compassion Nashville. We hope you'll join us! Grab a gift for listening to this podcast episode! 10 dollars off the retreat! Here is your coupon code: https://sacredpenning.podia.com/full-moon-fully-you-sacred-penning-retreat?coupon=EARLY-FULL-MOONThank you for listening! Please be sure to rate, leave a review, and subscribe.Listeners like you help other women find this important practice for body, mind, and spirit health. We appreciate this! To God be the glory; great healing He has done!Until next week, may your pen find its Sacred Well! #YouAreSoLoved #GodHasAPlan #GetGrittyJournalIt New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Season 5 of The Sacred Penning Podcast!We are honoured to share our daily somatic meditative journaling practice with you!Honoring our body, mind, and spirit with the mixed modalities of somatic stretching, breathwork, and meditative journaling focusing on sacred text, we enter the empowering space between Heaven and Earth, embodying Presence from a place of love in the world. Honoring all who enter this practice as Sacred in a Loving God, we hold out this practice and daily penning cycle, to become a life serving, transformative routine, to live life from a place of Holy Spirit led intuitive guidance and care. All are welcome in this Sacred space!May it serve your body, mind, and spirit: 60 minutes in the morning and 30 minutes at night, elevate to the next level you are called to in serving as a Beacon of lovingkindness in the world. Here is a just a sample!Enter a cycle of grounding, surrendering, and receiving all the best life has to offer you.You are created for more. Let's guard our hearts, transform our minds, and elevate our Spirit.Mental, physical, and spiritual health matters!Let's dip in, delight, and discover the power of this practice together!To God be the Glory! Great healing He has done!Check out the music from Massood Taj featured in the intro. and every meditative portion of our practice on the podcast at: http://www.massoodtaj.com/Dig into the research behind Sacred Penning, my trademarked practice, Somatic Meditative Journaling, on my website at: https://sacredpenning.podia.comI'm here to serve you in 1:1 and small group coaching, retreats, and via school and corporate gatherings. I enjoy guesting on aligned podcasts! I also speak to the power of this practice on international and national stages. Join a free exploratory Discovery Call to see how I may serve you best.Explore and enjoy my writing and other offerings at: https://linktr.ee/entrustingu2day?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=c58a2a6f-521e-4109-bbd3-15c64e07cb4dLet's connect on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/May God bless your self-care in His loving care!May your pen find its Sacred Well! With Love,Becca Rae Love this episode? Please give it some love. Ratings and reviews help other women find this valuable resource. Thank you for 5-star ratings and written reviews! Your time, energy, and love are greatly appreciated!Want to help this podcasting ministry grow? Become a sponsor for as little as latte a month! Thank you for your support in loving women into God's wholeness and Light.New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailThe Sacred Penning Podcast officially arrives 4.24.24 but here is another teaser bonus episode for you.Here is a glimpse into my heart and a bridge episode between what was The Joyful Journaling Podcast that evolved into-The Sacred Penning Podcast, Somatic Meditative Journaling. Journal your way to brighter days!Today, you'll hear about my experience in totality during the solar eclipse on April 8, from where we live here in the Adirondack Mountains of New York. I read a blog entry from my own blog, entrustingu2day, with pen name Noelle Tryst. Available: https://noelletryst.substack.com/Hear a sample of the sacred music by Massood Taj, award-wining peacekeeper and sound practitioner from Nashville, in the new intro.http://www.massoodtaj.com/Hear the inspiration from my very own Sacred Penning cycle from this morning inspired by the pages of Sarah Young's Jesus Always and my time in The Word.I end today with a journal prompt inspired by today's topics.The Sacred Penning Podcast is your mid-week, sacred penning break. Open your day in centering; close your day in celebratory wonder with a morning and evening journaling cycle. May this podcast inspire you toward such a practice.Get gritty and get journaling with International Bestselling Author, Educator, & Journaling Visionary, Becca Rae Eagle, M.S.Ed.! Make somatic meditative journaling a healing habit to transform the trajectory of each next step-we're talking body, mind, and spirit health here! Need an upgrade? Take a weekly sojourn with us! Discover this uplifting practice for yourself! May 4 is our Beacon Somatic Meditative Journaling Retreat with Christina Sommers of Breath of Renewal facilitating breathwork, music healing by Massood Taj, and myself guiding transformative soul journaling. It's virtual on Zoom and only $38.88. Three dollars from each participant goes to Feeding America (a retreat that gives back)!Here is the link to join us:https://forms.gle/bokoi1pZ4wz3FS3q8 May 9 our Six Weeks to Sunrise: Elevate Your Summer somatic, meditative journaling course launches. It runs for 40 days, includes a workbook, meets weekly for 30 minutes on Thursday nights, 8 to 8:30 in Zoom, and has an exclusive retreat for course graduates. Three-percent of all course profits goes to Life is Good's Playmaker Project, assisting in children's resiliency through positivity everywhere. Spots are filling fast, so act today! ***There is a special sale to enroll until 6 a.m. Thursday, April 11! $149.24 off registration! Friends and family who qualify also receive a $177.77 discount on top of this sale price! DM me for details or with questions! Here is the link for that flash sale.https://forms.gle/fbgu6CL6imrQHw917Interested is enrolling after April 11 for full price (with a payment plan option) here is the link to register:https://forms.gle/hq9RoNDdAX5C6F8i7"Give me something to believe in," she prayed."Why not try yourself," God replied.May your pen find its sacred well!Podcast cover photo credit to: Jared Drake#mentalhealthmatters #youaresoloved #bodymindspirit #somaticmeditativejournalingNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome!Enjoy this week's teaser episode!Here is our new Podcast intro.!Enjoy the music of sound practitioner Massood Taj, each episode, as his gifts set the stage for the healing, growth, and transformation that transpire during our sacred penning practice together!Check out his work at: http://www.massoodtaj.com/Welcome to somatic meditative journaling-Sacred Penning TM!I'm your host, Becca Rae, Eagle, M.S.Ed., journaling for over forty years and teaching the art of journaling for twenty-four years, I'm your soul tender and transformative soul journaling practitioner, ready to meet and guide you weekly toward empowered, brighter days!We can't wait to share more with you next week as we lead up to the first episode of Season 5 of the Sacred Penning Podcast!4.24.24 will be here before you know it!Listen up! Another teaser episode to drop soon!In the meantime, be in the know!Follow us on IG @ https://www.instagram.com/beccaraeeagle/orCheck out my Linktree @ https://linktr.ee/entrustingu2daySupport the show

Send us Fan MailSurprise! It's been a minute hasn't it?!It's been a long Winter but Spring has arrived!Today is a gentle thank you and a warm welcome for what is to come.The Sacred Penning Podcast arrives 4.24.24.Here is a glimpse into my heart and a bridge episode between what was The Joyful Journaling Podcast that evolved into-The Sacred Penning Podcast, Somatic Meditative Journaling. Journal your way to brighter days!Hear a gorgeous poem by Ralph Waldo Emerson from his Beautiful Thoughts collection (1901), a sample of the sacred music by Massood Taj, award-wining peacekeeper and sound practitioner from Nashville, and some whispers about what is in store!http://www.massoodtaj.com/I end today with a journal prompt inspired by the poem that I read.The Sacred Penning Podcast is your mid-week, sacred penning break. Open your day in centering; close your day in celebratory wonder. Get gritty and get journaling with International Bestselling Author, Educator, & Journaling Visionary, Becca Rae Eagle, M.S.Ed.! Make somatic meditative journaling a healing habit to transform the trajectory of each next step-we're talking body, mind, and spirit health here! Need an upgrade? Take a weekly sojourn with us! Discover this uplifting practice for yourself! "Give me something to believe in," she prayed."Why not try yourself," God replied.May your pen find its sacred well!Podcast cover photo credit to: Jared Drake#mentalhealthmatters #youaresoloved #bodymindspirit #somaticmeditativejournalingNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode highlights the joy I felt  reflecting on the last few years of high school, times of innocence, discovery, experiences that directed our passions, and the people there to experience it all with me. Today's chapter and location echoes the "querencia" of the years we explored forbidden places with unforgettable people. If you're ever out and about in Cayuga County, NY, somewhere between Auburn and parts beyond Owasco Lake, on the side not heading toward Moravia, maybe you'll discover "the end of the world" road too? My hope is that it hasn't been developed, demolished, and left free. The last time I saw it was 2000. A world has changed in between then and now...In times that feel chaotic for due reason lately, take an uplifting story break. Take a journal break to recall the "querencia" of a season in your own life.Today's research highlights the beauty of powerful writing assignments, the importance of documentation, and the power of warm, relived memories as we heal. The assignment this episode stems from was critical in finishing my M.S.Ed. program at Canisius College to become a teacher to young and adult writers for the past twenty-three years. It was captured in a journal I no longer have and, thankfully, a copy of the final  draft I handed in for a grade from my portfolio. You're invited into a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your jounrnaling experience by adding tracks from my accompanying Spotify playlist: tracks 13, 14, 15, or 16 (created just for this chapter). Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Nine, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just an Autumn adventure but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.For all things journaling and my The Well Within blog, hop on over to:  https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Please leave a rating and review to keep this podcast recording and in your ears, heart, and lives. Thank you for your time and thoughtful words in advance! Journaling can serve as a life giving, healing tool! We’re talking mind, body, AND heart health here! Need a boost? Let’s begin a joyful journaling habit!Why not start with me today?New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode highlights the joy I felt reflecting on my childhood gymnastics glory days and how moving my body helped me recover from trauma. Today's adventure reflects on the glory days of the 1984 Olympics, Mary Lou Retton, Tim Daggett, Team USA. One Summer later,1985, was a glorious one for me and the highlight of that season was tumbling to a song off Prince's Purple Rain album when Olympian Tim Daggett was in my own home town! A little girl flew that day! We had an exhibition show at our gym and I had the solo floor routine!Today's research highlights dissociation and how kids might cope with it. Grounding myself  in movement, such as gymnastics, as well as journaling, very well could have saved my life at such a young age!  You're invited into a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your jounrnaling experience by adding tracks from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 12 today, from non other than Prince, (created just for this chapter). Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Eight, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just an Autumn adventure but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order!DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Journaling can serve as a life giving, healing tool! We’re talking mind, body, AND heart health here! Need a boost? Let’s begin a joyful journaling habit!Why not start with me today?New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's episode highlights the joy I felt reflecting on childhood adventures with my childhood best friend, a safe haven when I was little and an arsenal of joy today into adulthood even when times have been less than perfect.Today's research highlights the treasure you possess if you have a friend you've held dear since your youngest days. You're invited into a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your jounraling experience by adding tracks from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 11 today (created just for this chapter). Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Six, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just an Autumn adventure but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan Mail**Trigger warning: sexual assault story of a minor in today's episodeToday's episode highlights the joy I felt after sharing one of the most difficult stories of my life, one I held in shame to protect my family, one of abuse at the hands of an entrusted neighbor, a friend of my late Papa's, at the age of eight.Today's research is important for it highlights the reality of current child abuse, why adults don't tell their story until years later, and how to heal your wound to move to the other side of shame-joy in release and love. You're invited into a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your jounraling experience by adding tracks from my accompanying Spotify playlist: tracks 9 and 10 today (created just for this chapter). Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Five, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you as you heal from any story that may have caused you harm. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailI'm a mostly Irish lass, part English, part German by birth, adopted and raised in a Polish-Ukrainian-American home. The language, food, cultural practices, religious upbringing, and things held sacred were those my Grandparents held dear. One of the most sacred people in my life growing up was my Ukrainian Grandmother, Liza.Today's episode is a reflection on music and its power in my life, especially when I turned to memories of those who shaped me as I began  healing after a torrential rain of heavy life challenges the Winter of 2021-2022. Today's chapter is devoted to my Ukrainian Grandmother, Liza, and the joy her lullabies, traditions, and presence meant to the deepest parts of my heart and soul as I journaled and remembered her while crafting my memoir. Today's research is based on the impacts of music on the brain, particularly long-term memories and how they help us heal. You're invited into a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your jounraling experience by adding tracks from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 7, "The Miracle of Birth," in Ukrainian, and track 8, "Imagine,"  by John Lennon (dedicated to my adoptive father who raised me, Michael), created just for this chapter. Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Five, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailAbout a month ago a friend of mine said that my "superpower" is vulnerability. I took it as a deep compliment as I believe vulnerability and speaking our fully embodied truth opens doors for others to speak their experience and truth as well. I gained a wealth of wisdom on vulnerability from the work of Brene Browne and highly respect her work.Mental health stigma needs to stop for us to be able to truly support one another in our healing journey as individuals and as a planet. Journaling and why I stress the research backing a journal for life practice for mental health is the backbone of this book.Today's episode explores a suicide plan I did not go through with. Listen to hear who was there, the reasons I'm still alive today, and how you too, can get through your own dark night of the mind, body, and soul. The years 2017-2022 were hellish for my family. I had no grief expert by my side, a handful of friends and family who walked us through it, and many who straight up abandoned us. Burning out and growing horribly ill after the stress of wave after wave of grief and loss was almost inevitable. But God. Thank God for the National Suicide Hotline, my treasured few who loved vs. judged and neglected us, Faith, and of course, journaling.  Today's research includes statistics from Boston University, breathwork and journaling are highlights again, and as always, you're invited into a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your experience by adding a track from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 6, created just for this chapter-Hop over to listen to "Still, Still, Still."https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Four, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.htmlThis episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order. Here's the Kindle link! New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday, we explore 2020-2021, and what it was like to serve as a high school teacher for me during Covid times. We explore burnout, folks letting us down, and how despite it all, God had my back. Logan Taylor's speech "U Matter," is a significant inspiration for this chapter as we journal because each of us matters and is fearfully and wonderfully made. Meditative, mental health journaling that supports body, mind, and spirit health is a self-care tool that got me through some of the toughest times in my career in education. Breathwork and grounding are important parts of my own journaling practice.Today's research includes statistics from The National Education Association (NEA) and a meditative journal prompt to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your experience by adding a track from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 5, created just for this chapter-Hop over to listen to Nichole Nordeman's "Brave."https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eInteract with today's chapter, Chapter Three, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. A special shout out to the Playmakers in Syracuse City School District today! Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.html This episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order. Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday, we explore three warm-up journal prompts which are Chapter Two. There are things to consider from author Anne LaMott, Arizona State University research, the Holy Bible, The Secret Garden, and what it means to tap into self-care, the first step in self-love. There are three, separate prompts to journal along to with the mindful, meditative sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track (short version-5 minutes), or you can choose to extend your experience with the entire, longer track version from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 4-Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eToday's chapter contains one swear word (sh**) that is part of Anne LaMott's quote. Out of great respect to one of my favourite authors, I kept the quote in its original form and context. If this word is offensive to you, my apologies and you might want to ensure little ears are not around when you are listening and  journaling today early on in the episode. Interact with today's chapter, Chapter Two, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt. Three-percent of proceeds from this book go to the Life is Good Playmaker Project, helping a million children a day in the U.S., Haiti, and Ukraine, who are experiencing adverse and challenging circumstances. These children greatly benefit from optimism and hope found within trained adults who work with them to build resiliency. A special shout out to the Playmakers in Syracuse City School District today! Check out where the money goes: https://www.lifeisgood.com/playmakerproject/project-home.html This episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order. Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday, we look to the root of who we are, our essence. I unveil a bit about my adoption story and name of origin.  We then proceed into journaling on this topic with a mindful, meditative moment of journaling to the soothing sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track, or you can choose to extend your experience with music from my accompanying Spotify playlist: track 3, "Audience of One,"-Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443e Interact with today's chapter, Chapter One, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt.This episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order. Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailJoin us for a conversation that takes a deep dive into the ancient concept of the Hero's Journey, with Dr. John Drimmer, founder and chief trailblazer at Hero's Journey Interactive. With his expertise in positive psychology, guided meditation, storytelling, and cinematherapy, Dr Drimmer has dedicated his life to helping others unlock their inner hero. From his Bio.: "Dr. Drimmer created the first ever immersive journaling experience, Hero’s Journey Interactive. He is a former Psychology Instructor at UCLA Medical School. Hero’s Journey Interactive (HJI) is an immersive simulation that helps inner-truth seekers find the hero within. Users take virtual journeys into a world of legend and myth where they meet allies and enemies, face tests and trials, and learn to see their lives as a hero’s journey. HJI employs aspects of meditation, journaling, cinematherapy, and positive psychology. Before becoming a psychologist, Dr Drimmer was a producer at 60 Minutes and won an Emmy for the TV series Intervention, and the DuPont-Columbia Award for his earlier work at PBS.  His life's mission to help others unlock the hero within." We explore the power of this transformative journey, and how it can be made accessible to everyone online, providing an immersive and enriching experience that propels individuals to face the unknown with bravery and self-understanding.Dr Drimmer is not just an advocate of the Hero's Journey; he's been on his own personal hero's journey. He passionately discusses his goal for his program, which is to help people make peace with their fears, understand them, and build bridges of communication and understanding. The power of this program can be life-changing, as Dr Drimmer shares stories of unexpected transformation in patients' success, from a female novelist to a man from an IT division who found equipoise and gentle strength.An ardent believer in the power of journaling, Dr. Drimmer weaves this potent tool into his work at Hero's Journey Interactive.  As he expresses his gratitude for the opportunity to share his journey with our listeners, he sparks a sense of excitement for the future. This episode is a profound exploration of the hero's journey, the power of journaling, and the potential for personal transformation - a treasure trove of insights that could help you unlock your own inner hero.***Enjoy your own experience and journaling with Dr. Drimmer's genrous exclusive discount for Joyful Journaling Podcast listeners at: https://herosjourneyinteractive.com/Enter the following code for the discount: BECCA40Today's Journal prompt begins around the 35 minute mark: "It's the most basic one [journal prompt] there is, which is: "What's calling me that I might be afraid of listening to, that I might think is unrealistic or problematic or outside of my abilities? And how, if I were to start to learn about it, where would I start, and how would I overcome my reluctance?" Follow Dr. Drimmer on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/herosjourney_interactive/DM me/Follow me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.comNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailEver found yourself wrestling with the pressures of life? I've been there, and it's through this tough journey that I've found solace in the transformative power of journaling. In this episode, I bare my heart about my personal journey from a stressful 2021 school year to a winter of self-discovery, 2022, guided by the wisdom of the inspiring life coaches Cathy Heller and Colleen Arneil in a program I took part in, Abundant Ever After. Along with counselors outside of the program, healers and friends, deep shadow work,  and  prayer time with God, they showed me how to unburden myself and rediscover the joy of being me. I invite you to journey with me as we explore the insightful depths of journaling together.Have you ever considered what it means to let go of the labels and identities given to us by others? It's a powerful release that can lead us right back to our true essence. We dive into this topic in the second half of the episode, providing a mindful moment of journaling to the soothing sounds of Masood Taj's "Unconditional Love" track.  Interact with today's chapters, Authors Notes 1 &2, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal (Updated, new format, third edition, available 8.3.23!) or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt at timestamp 10:15: "What labels/versions others have created of me can I release in Joy today, returning to my Essence?" Journal for five minutes or extend your experience with music from my accompanying Spotify playlist: tracks 1 and 4-Hop over to listen!https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443e This episode is not just a summer sojourn but an invitation to tap into the joy within you, a gentle reminder to honor your inherent worth, establish healthier boundaries, and choose thoughts that truly serve you. Join me in this self-care sojourn as we get gritty and journal our way to the other side-sheer JOY.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order. Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailWelcome to  Season 4 of The Joyful Journaling Podcast! This season, we're shifting gears by embracing story time, as I read chapter by chapter from my cherished book, Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal-A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health (Amazon 2023). https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournal (Updated, new format, third edition, available 8.3.23!) Interact with today's chapter or venture on a standalone journey of self-expression by responding to today's journal prompt at timestamp 13:40: Can I trust that I am held in love, protected to receive joy, all the days of my life?Journal with the song provided or lengthen your response time with the playlist I created for this book on Spotify! Today's prompt goes with songs 1 and 2:  https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1BKHHSFspfTqv7G7smvYVP?si=2c045ed4df6a443eThis season pivots on the profound role of faith in journaling, demonstrating the power it holds in fortifying our faith in ourselves and beyond. A journal for life, healthy healing tool, gifted by Spirit for body, mind, and spirit expansion. Although I present from a Christian lens, regardless of your beliefs, you're wholeheartedly welcome to explore the transformative power of journaling with us. Uncover how journaling can be a nurturing balm for our body, mind, and spirit– the fundamental elements of our collective and loving human journey. So, pull up a cozy Adirondack chair, grab your favorite journal and an ice tea or lemonade, and let's embark on this joy-filled summer sojourn together! This week I present to you The Introduction.DM me on Instagram!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within. https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Did you know that I'm also an International Bestselling Author in four categories, three countries? Ignite Your Faith, Ignite Publishers, released with my co-authors in June, is sure to light a fire in your heart. Proceeds from the book will build a Classroom of Hope. Read it here or order an autographed, deluxe paperback. DM me to order. Here's the Kindle link! https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbook***Ready to journal, vibe up with some super music, and settle in with some meditative prompts? Join my Joyful Summer Sojourn Journal Retreat on Thursday, July 13, 8 to 9 p.m. Eastern via Zoom! It's $27 U.S. Dollars and Joyful Journalers attend half off, $13 U.S. Dollars. As always, one dollar from each participant will go toward a women's organization close to my heart.  See registration form for details. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/cUgk9r7TPKXndaed7New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday's guest is Kathy Strauss, international bestselling co-author in Ignite Your Faith, award-winning artist, and someone I felt VERY comfortable sharing a casual, vulnerable, and open conversation surrounding all topics writing, healing through writing, and the creative  endurance within each of us!Today has no journal prompt, so I will provide one for you based on our conversation. Think of a time that if you DIDN'T turn to the page and write it down that you felt you might have "lost it" completely? Write for 5-minutes and reflect on what you find. Circle 3 things you are grateful for learning about this time on the page. Thank this time for serving you and helping you to grow.Kathy's BIO:With a background in design and a certification as a Creatively Fit Coach, Kathy has been in the creative industry for over 40 years. She found her creative voice with her camera and uses it to tell stories for personal branding, commercial clients & families. Fine art is her “release”, using her camera to show the world how she sees it & her mixed media work – a tapping into the universal energy that surrounds us. She was a founding artist at the Workhouse Arts Center and President of the Arches Gallery Artists in Lorton, VA & currently serves on the Board of Directors with the Seacoast Artists Guild in Myrtle Beach, SC. She is passionate about the arts and contributing to the community that she now calls home.Kathy's Website:https://imagewerks.net/?fbclid=IwAR1LZeWrx8IwyHWhUAQOPYoev9h959YUalatGtupoRy51d4zTjw63QHtKGkWhen Kathy's husband fell ill, she turned to Facebook as a journal to document their journey and maintain sanity. This simple act of recording their experiences not only provided a record of his progress, but also allowed her to process her emotions and heal. Join me as we explore the power of journaling, creativity, and the  telling stories and navigating challenging times. Some of which have inspired Kathy's story in Ignite Your Faith, her award-winning adult coloring books, and her future books already in progress. Kathy and I dive deep into the importance of emotion, heart, and flow in writing and how these elements can create powerful stories. From capturing meaningful moments in maternity shoots to creating coloring books, we discuss the role of the right brain in our creative expression. We also explore activities like meditation and spending time in nature as ways to tap into our creative side. Kathy shares her upcoming writing projects and our heartfelt conversation about journaling, creativity, and the power of healing in vulnerable storytelling.Come celebrate with me and my co-authors  for our  book launch celebration, Ignitearama, happening on June 17th, 2023 via Ignite’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/igniteyou.life) to watch the livestream and hear about our amazing journey to publication! Get your FREE Kindle download of Ignite Your Faith on Amazon from June 16th-18th, 2023https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailNolan Pillay is a Human Mindset Specialist who Inspires companies, teams and individuals realise their Purpose, Authentic self, turning Pain into Success stories, clarifying Values and Goals, eventually becoming the BEST version of themselves. He is also a Global Speaker, Coach, Author, Podcast Host, Trainer, Philanthropist and Mental Health Advocate.Nolan can be remembered for taking five Deaf climbers up the highest mountain in Africa, Mt Kilimanjaro, raising funds with his NPO to give the gift of hearing to children born Deaf. They were able to help two children to start to live a normal life. He also climbed the mountain in 2019 with his wife, raising funds for girls in rural Africa to have access to sanitary pads. Nolan's super power is serving humanity!Have you ever wondered how a near-death experience can lead to a purpose-driven life? From his COVID experience to climbing the highest mountains in the world for charity, Nolan's story is one of gratitude, inclusivity, and the power of human connection.Nolan also emphasized the importance of journaling as a tool for growth and overcoming life's obstacles. He explained how writing about negative experiences can provide clarity and understanding, leading to personal development. By diving deep into his own experiences, Nolan was able to identify positive outcomes and create tangible action steps to continue his growth journey.As we wrapped up our heartwarming conversation, we were inspired by his resilience and determination to make a difference in the world around him. His father's wisdom, the gift of hearing he provided for children, and his commitment to living a purpose-driven, inspiring youth and adults all across the globe, are all reminders of the power we hold within ourselves. Don't miss this unforgettable episode and the valuable lessons Nolan has to share with us all, many captured in the book we wrote together, Ignite Your Faith-releasing today!Contact Nolan Pillay for a FREE copy of his My Covid Journey: Techniques and Mind Hacks that Got Me Through IT-just mention this podcast episode!Here is a link to his website:https://nolanpillay360.com/?fbclid=IwAR2FbQ6TG5aWLWz7sfkKj7sp_LCUD3jfgv35_AHVlov83sfcx4InvzWA3wUCome celebrate with me and my co-authors as we launch our book, Ignite Your Faith, into the world! This book will change the way you see faith. Discover how faith can be a healing medicine, a tool for empowerment, a brave, powerful choice, and even a path to emotional freedom! Get your FREE Kindle download on Amazon from June 16th-18th, 2023. Leave a review to help us become International bestselling authors who are building a Classroom of Hope with the momentum and profits this book welcomes!https://mybook.to/igniteyourfaithbookJoin us for the book launch celebration, Ignitearama, happening on June 17th, 2023! Head over to Ignite’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/igniteyou.life) to watch the livestream and hear from myself and the other authors in Ignite Your Faith about our amazing journey to publication!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailWhat is the intersection between journaling and the trajectory of life?Ask my guest and sister Ignite Your Faith author, Nicole Freeman!I met Nicole in a collective of writers gathered to write a book that is bound to go international bestseller this upcoming weekend! Today, enjoy learning more about Nicole and how the roles journaling, Faith, and documenting it all went into her author's journey and becoming the heroine of her own life!Nicole's Bio:-Nicole is on a mission to empower individuals to live out their God-given purpose with the freedom that Christ sacrificed for. As a Christian Life Coach and Encouragement Speaker, Nicole is dedicated to helping individuals overcome obstacles, discover their true potential, and live fulfilling lives aligned with their divine calling. At the age of 43, Nicole is a proud mother of two beautiful warrior princesses, and her passion for supporting and empowering individuals shines through in everything she does.-With over two decades of experience in the corporate world, Nicole has built a coaching and speaking company alongside her career. However, her journey has not been without its challenges. Nicole has overcome limiting beliefs, self-sabotage, and paralyzing fear to become the inspirational coach, mentor, and speaker she is today. As the CEO of Elevating Eagles, Nicole leads her squad of like-minded individuals to soar side by side and thrive together. Her unwavering commitment to helping others achieve their goals is matched only by her infectious energy and upbeat personality. **********Toward the end of our conversation enjoy a thoughtful journaling prompt that Nicole created JUST for YOU! Enjoy a free 15-minute 1:1 Abundance call with Nicole:https://calendly.com/nicolefreeman07/15min?month=2023-06Enjoy a free copy of Nicole's Abundance Mindset Workbook:https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l2iMliX-qU3CFXKtFjfPaBcy7RoyOaWq/view?usp=sharingCome celebrate with me and my co-authors as we launch our book, Ignite Your Faith, into the world! Get your FREE Kindle download on Amazon from June 16th-18th, 2023. Leave a review to help us become International bestselling authors who are building a Classroom of Hope with the momentum and profits this book welcomes!Join us for the book launch celebration, June 17th, 2023! Head over to Ignite’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/igniteyou.life) to watch the livestream and hear from myself and the other authors in Ignite Your Faith about our amazing journey to publication!Catch two more BONUS episodes with Ignite Your Faith authors Nolan Pillay and Kathy Strauss this Friday and Saturday! Are you a Podcaster who is committed to growth and  in need of a supportive, fun, and dedicated Podcasting Family? Try our Mastering the Art of Podcasting group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://kasa-media-pro.thinkific.com/courses/membership-monthly-classes-1?ref=fNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailReading Julia Cameron's Write for Life book provided clarification on why my own Journal for Life practice mirrors her tried and true principles,  transforming lives of those devoted to these vulnerable, honest, times and places within their day.This week we wrap up Chapter Five in Julia Cameron's masterpiece Write for Life, to apply the treasures I discovered. Hear her tips and tricks to apply to your own journaling life hacks! Let's dismantle perfectionism today and dig in to emerge with delite and joy!Today's references:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials.A nod was also given to a book I'm featured in going bestseller this Friday, Ignite your Faith (Ignite Publishers, 2023).We wrap up Season 3 with a Pop-up Journaling Retreat of Celebration next week! Stay tuned and join us to be an intimate part of next week's episode!There are three BONUS episodes this week! The inspiration my guests offer will restore your faith in journaling and maybe more!DM me on Instagram!* Enjoy our FREE, daily, Restart your Heart Journal C.P.R. tips, leading up to my signature Journal C.P.R.: Faith in Journaling Course that begins the week of July 17th! $111 off if you register by 6.21.23! Dedicated to economically accessible pricing!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within, or enjoy my Writing Doula, writing coaching and ghostwriting Services: https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Audio version releases 7.17.23! Purchase your paperback copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalInterested in soothing your nerves and decreasing pain in your body? I trust Green Compass and their USDA Organic Lab Tested Non-GMO CBD products. My experience with their Balance and Restore line and my husband's experience with their Topical Pain Cream has been life-changing to us.  Together we've enjoyed decreased anxiety, better sleep, reduced pain (mine with menstrual cramping and migraines and his with arthritis). We've used CBD products for the past eight years as we used to live in Colorado, but now we enjoy reliable results from a women founded holistic brand we can trust. Let Green Compass restore your trust in CBD too! I'll leave a link below to begin your Green Compass navigation. DM me with any questions!Save $$ when you use my affiliate code for your first order:#535596https://www.greencompassglobal.com/product/BARSELECTIONAre you a Podcaster who is committed to growth and  in need of a supportive, fun, and dedicated Podcasting Family? Try our Mastering the Art of Podcasting group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://kasa-media-pro.thinkific.com/courses/membership-monthly-classes-1?ref=fNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailReading Julia Cameron's Write for Life book provided clarification on why my own Journal for Life practice mirrors her tried and true principles,  transforming lives of those devoted to these vulnerable, honest, times and places within their day.This week we wrap up Chapter Three and wade in the wisdom of Chapter Four of Julia Cameron's masterpiece Write for Life, to apply the treasures I discovered.Today's references:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials.A nod was also given to Brene Brown's bible of emotions, Atlas of the Heart (2022).Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724DM me on Instagram!* Enjoy our FREE, daily, Restart your Heart Journal C.P.R. tips, leading up to my signature Journal C.P.R.: Faith in Journaling Course that begins the week of July 17th! $111 off if you register by 6.21.23! Dedicated to economically accessible pricing!https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my Website to subscribe to my blog, The Well Within, or enjoy my Writing Doula, writing coaching and ghostwriting Services: https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Audio version releases 7.17.23! Purchase your paperback copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalInterested in soothing your nerves and decreasing pain in your body? I trust Green Compass and their USDA Organic Lab Tested Non-GMO CBD products. My experience with their Balance and Restore line and my husband's experience with their Topical Pain Cream has been life-changing to us.  Together we've enjoyed decreased anxiety, better sleep, reduced pain (mine with menstrual cramping and migraines and his with arthritis). We've used CBD products for the past eight years as we used to live in Colorado, but now we enjoy reliable results from a women founded holistic brand we can trust. Let Green Compass restore your trust in CBD too! I'll leave a link below to begin your Green Compass navigation. DM me with any questions!Save $$ when you use my affiliate code for your first order:#535596https://www.greencompassglobal.com/product/BARSELECTIONAre you a Podcaster who is committed to growth and  in need of a supportive, fun, and dedicated Podcasting Family? Try our Mastering the Art of Podcasting group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://kasa-media-pro.thinkific.com/courses/membership-monthly-classes-1?ref=fNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday is all about WHAT  a sacred, somatic journaling  practice is all about!WHAT'S going on here EXACTLY???We're talking the V-word here! V-u-l-n-e-r-a-b-i-l-i-t-yThe late Kurt Cobain had a point when he sang his heart out to youth not so long ago, and so  "Come As You Are," still rings true for me today.This is EXACTLY what our journaling practice invites us to do! Show up, as you are, ready to get gritty, honest, and vulnerable.Reading Julia Cameron's Write for Life book provided clarification on why my own Journal for Life practice mirrors her tried and true principles,  transforming lives of those devoted to these vulnerable, honest, times and places within their day.This week we dive  into Chapter Three of Julia Cameron's masterpiece Write for Life, and apply the treasures I discovered.Today's references:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials.Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724DM me on Instagram!* Enjoy our FREE, daily, Restart your Heart Journal C.P.R. tips, leading up to my signature Journal C.P.R.: Faith in Journaling Course that begins the week of July 17th! $222 off if you register by 6.3.23! Dedicated to economically accessible pricing! https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my BRAND new Website to subscribe to my blog or enjoy my Writing Doula Services: https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Purchase your copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalInterested in soothing your nerves and decreasing pain in your body? I trust Green Compass and their USDA Organic Lab Tested Non-GMO CBD products. My experience with their Balance and Restore line and my husband's experience with their Topical Pain Cream has been life-changing to us.  Together we've enjoyed decreased anxiety, better sleep, reduced pain (mine with menstrual cramping and migraines and his with arthritis). We've used CBD products for the past eight years as we used to live in Colorado, but now we enjoy reliable results from a women founded holistic brand we can trust. Let Green Compass restore your trust in CBD too! I'll leave a link below to begin your Green Compass navigation. DM me with any questions!Save $$ when you use my affiliate code for your first order:#535596https://www.greencompassglobal.com/product/BARSELECTIONAre you a Podcaster who is committed to growth and  in need of a supportive, fun, and dedicated Podcasting Family? Try our Mastering the Art of Podcasting group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://kasa-media-pro.thinkific.com/courses/membership-monthly-classes-1?ref=f65d77New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday is all about HOW to establish a sacred, somatic journaling  practice?Reading Julia Cameron's Write for Life book provided clarification on the these questions and why my own Journal for Life practice mirrors her tried and true principles,  transforming lives of those devoted to these special times and places within their day.This week we dive more into Chapter Two of Julia Cameron's masterpiece Write for Life, and apply the treasures I discovered.Today's references:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials.Young, Sarah. (2012). Jesus Today: Experience Hope Through His Presence. Thomas Nelson.Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724DM me on Instagram!*I go live once a week now to share exclusive Journal C.P.R. tips leading up to my signature Journal C.P.R.: Faith in Journaling Course that begins the week of July 17th!**Early Bird Journal C.P.R. Course Registration Special! $222 off if you commit by June 3, 2023! DM me for details!***I'm also dropping FREE prompts for the next 60 days in celebration of the course's start!  https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my BRAND new Website to subscribe to my blog or enjoy my Writing Doula Services: https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Purchase your copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalInterested in soothing your nerves and decreasing pain in your body? I trust Green Compass and their USDA Organic Lab Tested Non-GMO CBD products. My experience with their Balance and Restore line and my husband's experience with their Topical Pain Cream has been life-changing to us.  Together we've enjoyed decreased anxiety, better sleep, reduced pain (mine with menstrual cramping and migraines and his with arthritis). We've used CBD products for the past eight years as we used to live in Colorado, but now we enjoy reliable results from a women founded holistic brand we can trust. Let Green Compass restore your trust in CBD too! I'll leave a link below to begin your Green Compass navigation. DM me with any questions!Save $$ when you use my affiliate code for your first order:#535596https://www.greencompassglobal.com/product/BARSELECTIONAre you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailNow that we know WHO we are writing for and WHO we meet during the practice, it's time to answer WHERE and WHEN is it optimal to journal as we establish a sacred journaling  practice?Reading Julia Cameron's Write for Life book provided clarification on the these questions and why my own Journal for Life practice mirrors her tried and true principles,  transforming lives of those devoted to these special times and places within their day.Today, we look at the WHEN to journal and WHERE in this joyful process.This week we dive more into Chapter One of Julia Cameron's masterpiece Write for Life, and apply the treasures I discovered about journaling.Next week, we will explore gems in Chapter Two.Today's references:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials.Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724DM me on Instagram!*I go live once a week now to share exclusive Journal C.P.R. tips leading up to my signature Journal C.P.R.: Faith in Journaling Course that begins the week of July 17th! **Early Bird Journal C.P.R. Course Registration Special! $222 off if you commit by June 3, 2023! DM me for details! ***I'm also dropping FREE prompts for the next 60 days in celebration of the course's start!  https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Visit my BRAND new Website to subscribe to my blog or enjoy my Writing Doula Services: https://yourwritingdoula2day.com/Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Purchase your copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalInterested in soothing your nerves and decreasing pain in your body? I trust Green Compass and their USDA Organic Lab Tested Non-GMO CBD products. My experience with their Balance and Restore line and my husband's experience with their Topical Pain Cream has been life-changing to us.  Together we've enjoyed decreased anxiety, better sleep, reduced pain (mine with menstrual cramping and migraines and his with arthritis). We've used CBD products for the past eight years as we used to live in Colorado, but now we enjoy reliable results from a women founded holistic brand we can trust. Let Green Compass restore your trust in CBD too! I'll leave a link below to begin your Green Compass navigation. DM me with any questions!Save $$ when you use my affiliate code for your first order:#535596https://www.greencompassglobal.com/product/BARSELECTIONAre you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailIs writing for an audience of ONE worth it? I've asked myself this question as I journaled since the age of eight.Reading Julia Cameron's Write for Life book answered my question with brilliant clarity-yes, writing in your journal, for an audience of One first is the safest way to begin your journaling practice.Today, we look at the WHO we journal for and WHO we connect with in this sacred, joyful process.I also whisper hints for next week's episode-WHEN to journal and HOW to begin, both nods to Chapter One.This week and next week, we dive into Chapter One of Julia Cameron's masterpiece Write for Life, and apply the treasures I discovered about journaling in the process.Today's references:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials.Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724DM me on Instagram! *I go live once a week now to share journaling  tips leading up to my signature Journal C.P.R.: Faith in Journaling Course that begins the week of July 17th! https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Purchase your copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalLooking for a holistic approach to your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Interested in soothing your nerves and decreasing pain in your body? I trust Green Compass and their USDA Organic Lab Tested Non-GMO CBD products. My experience with their Balance and Restore line and my husband's experience with their Topical Pain Cream has been life-changing to us.  Together we've enjoyed decreased anxiety, better sleep, reduced pain (mine with menstrual cramping and migraines and his with arthritis). We've used CBD products for the past eight years as we used to live in Colorado, but now we enjoy reliable results from a women founded holistic brand we can trust. Let Green Compass restore your trust in CBD too! I'll leave a link below to begin your Green Compass navigation. DM me with any questions!Save $$ when you use my affiliate code for your first order: #535596https://www.greencompassglobal.com/product/BARSELECTIONAre you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetThank you for choosing a life-serving, healthy, healing, joyful journaling  habit!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailHappy Star Wars Day! Here is a Force-guided, Spirit led, pop-up, mini-sode for us to celebrate!You have the force within you (with pen in hand) ready to strike down any situation you think is trying to overcome you.Afterall, Edward Bulwer-Lytton (1839), wasn't playin' when he said "the pen is mightier than the sword."You possess soul power equipped with pen in hand!Take up your light saber today and write it out.Tell life who's boss and settle into a peace that surpasses understanding, a force of love for the world to contend with as you choose strength and guidance in the pages of your journal.How can surrendering it to the pages serve you today?Today's Journal Prompt:Dear (insert situation you're feeling feisty about) _____________________, today I choose peace over the power you're trying to exert over me. I choose to give you grace and strike you down with love and light within me. You try to shake me, overtake me, even strike me down, but I give my (insert the emotion you're feeling about the situation, examples: anger, fear, shame, disappointment, anxiety, pain, irritation) _____________________________ to you, my journal pages today. I ask Love to dissolve this situation and how I feel about it, to make it lighter, that I too may walk away feeling lighter, ready to stand in my Force power today. Thank you, journal. Thank you, Love. Now close your journal and walk away. You literally just set that stuff down! May the Force be with you!“If you strike me down, I shall become more powerful than you can possibly imagine.” ~Obi-Wan Kenobi to Darth Vader, Star Wars Episode IV, A New Hope (1977, Lucasfilm)-It was never about exerting power, it was about settling into peace, a Force beyond the body, one seated in the Stars, beyond space and time, available anywhere in the Universe, once Obi-Wan surrendered. Wise Jedi. Choose surrender today.Happy Star Wars Day! Joyful Journaling to you!!!*And for my friends practicing Christianity: Philippians 4:7 ESV speaks to this: "And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Holy Spirit and this peace meet you, between the pages of your journal. Blessings! Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailLet's Spring into Journaling together!Today's episode serves to kick off our next six weeks of journaling together!Welcome to Season Three!!!During the intermission between Season 2 and Season 3 I've solidified my Faith and faith in journaling EVEN more!I can't wait to share the treasures I received in my journaling practices thanks to the book and program Write for Life, by Julia Cameron.If you are not familiar with The Artist's Way, I highly recommend Julia's work and can't wait to uncover the jewels of joyful journaling that  I discovered in Julia's Write for Life book.Your aim may not be published writing, yet you have one opportunity to write the the story of your own life. Start with purpose and an audience of ONE. You'll be amazed by what you uncover!Join me over the next six weeks as we dip in, delite, and discover, how to Journal for Life.Today's reference:Cameron, J. (2023). Write for life: Creative tools for every writer. St. Martin's Essentials. Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available on Amazon and coming soon in audio format! Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? Purchase your copy today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalLooking for a holistic approach to your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Are you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetThank you for choosing a life-serving, healthy, healing, joyful journaling  habit!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe're closing Season 2 with a Powerhouse of a Guest for you-Diana Lockett.Diana and I met through my own Storytelling Coach, Sarah Cross, and have kept in touch since last year. Diana has been a powerful mentor to me and I'm grateful for her presence and loving compassion on this planet. She has gifted me with great clarity toward my own passion and purpose.I knew Diana's wisdom when it comes to mental health, somatic healing, and conscious communication was exactly the place to pause and soak it all in before launching Season Three in a short time from now.I hope you enjoy our conversation! The journaling prompts (there are generously TWO that Diana shares) are at around the 38-minute mark.Here's some information about Diana that she graciously prepared for me to share:"Diana is a five time International Bestselling Author and International Speaker who uses her superpower of vulnerable storytelling to allow her audience to soften into their own loving presence. As a visionary Conscious Communication Leadership Consultant and Coach, she creates safe spaces that invite leaders, teams, and educators to Re-Align to Thrive™ to transform their corporate teams and classrooms by accessing inspired wisdom and inspired action. The result is an environment where participants feel relaxed and safe to communicate confidently and clearly and build compassionate relationships rooted in collaboration, innovation, education, integration, and cooperation. Diana is a mother of two incredible humans who have been her greatest teachers. She lives in the beautiful mountains of British Columbia, Canada, where she is inspired daily to meditate, practice and teach yoga, build community, and be in nature."You can read more about Diana on her website: https://www.dianalockett.com/Diana's latest upcoming book, The Call to Freedom: Heal Your Pain, Awaken Your Loving Presence, is available for pre-order now! It publishes 4.1.23! You can order it here: https://tinyurl.com/TheCalltoFreedomDianaLockettSpeaking of books, have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available as an ebook, hardcover, and now a paperback. Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? You can purchase your copy on Amazon today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyingjoyaheartjournalLooking for a holistic approach for your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Are you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetThank you for choosing a life-serving, healthy, healing, joyful journaling  habit!We'll see you in a few weeks for Season Three! Thank you for making Season Two an enriching time together! Sending love and gratitude, Becca RaeNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailHappy Spring in the Northern Hemisphere from The Joyful Journaling Podcast!Hope you've continued to build your journaling habit to support your own healthy mind/body/spirit connection? We're here for you!As I am in the middle of a 40-day self-love challenge of my own currently, I wanted to share some treasures I am learning thanks to my work in Gabrielle Bernstein's May Cause Miracles: A 40-Day Guidebook of Subtle Shifts for Radical Change and Unlimited Happiness (2014). The information I quote today is taken from Day 18.If you're interested in learning about this book, please check out the Goodreads info. at: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13573425-may-cause-miraclesYour body and journal both assist you with intentive listening to uncover messages we need to hear for our own self-care.  Let's dig into what our journals can reveal to us to solidify our mental health connection with our bodies today!Who knows, your journal discoveries may just cause miracles too?!?Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available as an ebook, hardcover, and now a paperback. Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? You can purchase your copy on Amazon today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyjoypaperbackLooking for a holistic approach for your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Are you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetThank you for choosing a life-serving, healthy, healing, joyful journaling  habit!Next week is the last episode of this Season of The Joyful Journaling Podcast!We will return for a new season after a short hiatus!Blessings--we are truly grateful for your presence with us! New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailWe continue celebrating the gift of living as women with strong minds, bodies, and presence in our modern world today on The Joyful Journaling Podcast.We also continue building momentum from the Self-Love Journaling Challenge that we began about a month ago today!Hope you've continued to build your journaling habit to support your own healthy mind/body/spirit connection? We're here for you!As I am in the middle of a 40-day self-love challenge of my own currently, I wanted to share some treasures I am learning thanks to my work in Gabrielle Bernstein's May Cause Miracles: A 40-Day Guidebook of Subtle Shifts for Radical Change and Unlimited Happiness (2014). The information I quote today is taken from Day Fifteen.If you're interested in learning about this book, please check out the Goodreads info. at: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/13573425-may-cause-miraclesYour body is miraculous, beautiful woman! Let's dig into what our journals can reveal to us to solidify our mental health connection with our bodies today!Who knows, your journal discoveries may just cause miracles too?!? Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724Have you read the memoir with journal space that I published to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available as an ebook, hardcover, and now a paperback. Journaling saved my life. What can journaling do for you? You can purchase your copy on Amazon today: https://tinyurl.com/embodyjoypaperbackLooking for a holistic approach for your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Are you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetThank you for choosing a life-serving, healthy, healing, joyful journaling  habit!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailSelf-Love starts with Tending to our Mental Health.Today, to kick off March, I have Mastermind.com Coach, Shelly Vecchio. Shelly coaches for Tony Robbins and Dean Graziosi, as well as owns her own business, Gloryus, podcasts, and is a super Mom to a seven-year-old son.I met Shelly in a powerful women's group last year. We were podmates, so seeing her journey blossom as a mental health advocate feels like watching family grow into their dreams.Shelly is continually present online, encouraging others to be their own hero with their mental health.  Shelly models: "Living a life of joy, passion, & purpose is possible if you allow it."I hope you enjoy this inspiring conversation about how to tend to your mental health, including journaling as part of this process.*****Today's Journal prompt to complete at your own pace and time begins at the 43:53 timestamp in our conversation.Connect with ShellyWebsite:https://www.agloryuslife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shellyvecchio/andhttps://www.instagram.com/gloryustees/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/shelly.vecchioFollow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/yourwritingdoula2day/Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724Did you hear that I published a memoir with journaling space to help you put your mental health first? Embodying Joy: A Heart Journal, A Memoir for Body, Mind, & Spirit Health is available as an ebook, hardcover, and paperback. Journaling saved my life. What can journlaing do for you? Click the link to purchase on Amazon: https://tinyurl.com/embodyjoypaperbackLooking for a holistic approach for your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Are you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetThanks for choosing you and your own life-serving, healthy, healing, joyful habit!New Intro to start Season 6Support the show

Send us Fan MailToday is Day 14! Our Final Day of this Challenge!I'm so proud of you for sticking with this! Give yourself a hug today!Today's episode is titled: "Fear Not The Miracle You Face"Today we uncover what fear does to our bodies and how we can witness it with loving compassion to see ourselves and life in a new way-as miraculous.You're staring at the miracle in your mirror and in your journal. Let's release fear out of this process and embody joy together.Though this is not journal therapy, let me help you focus  and journal today with this pin-point focused prompt.Information referred to today is from:Northwestern Medicine's 2020 website article "5 Things You Never Knew About Fear," available at: https://www.nm.org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/emotional-health/5-things-you-never-knew-about-fearMay Cause Miracles: A 40-Day Guidebook for Subtle Shifts for Radical Change and Unlimited Happiness, by Gabrielle Bernstein (2014). I'm listening on Audible and using my journal to experience it. Available at: https://www.amazon.com/May-Cause-Miracles-audiobook/dp/B00A2ZJ65I/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=Let's keep in touch!Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/beckoningjoy2day/Join our Joyful Journaling Community on Facebook, Joyful Journaling w/Becca Rae at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/631814974994724Looking for a holistic approach for your mental health?I trust Amare as they have my gut AND my brain in mind!"Happy Neurons. Happy Mind. Happy You."Check out my favorite Happy Mind pack today!Get $10 off your first order by using my affiliate code! <3 https://www.amare.com/g10/133824Are you a Podcaster in need of a Podcasting Family?Try our Mastering the Podcast Mindset FREE group with my Podcasting Coaches, Tiphany Kane and David Sais!https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteringthepodcastermindsetNew Intro to start Season 6Support the show