Joyfully You

What if one sentence… literally changed someone’s life?This episode is your reminder to SAY. THE. THING.If you see someone’s magic — don’t keep it in your head. If you feel lit up by someone — don’t just tell your friends later. If someone inspires you, moves you, makes you feel more alive just by being them… tell them.Because here’s the truth we don’t talk about enough:People don’t always know their magic.Even the most confident, radiant, “they’ve got it all together” humans…have days where they’re deep in the doubt.And your words?Might land on the exact day they need it most.In this episode, I share: ~ Why hyping people up is WAY more powerful than you think ~ The moment that completely shook me about my own podcast ~ How easy it is to think you’re “shouting into the void” (when you’re actually impacting people deeply)~ Why your gifts feel normal to you — and magical to everyone else~ A simple practice to start reflecting people’s magic back to them TODAYAlso… a little loving nudge:If you’ve ever thought something SO SWEET about someone in your life …but didn’t say anything?This is your sign 💛Send the text.Leave the comment.Drop the voice note.Let’s stop holding back.Let’s hype each other UP.Because we’re all just walking each other home…so we might as well hype each other on the way 💛 If this episode hit:Send it to someone you love OR send them a message telling them why ~ ~ ~ ~And if you’re listening to this and feeling like…“ugh I want MORE of this energy in my life” — more play, more connection, more being around people who actually SEE you…I got you.Joy Camp is basically this episode… but in real life.It’s a playful, soul-nourishing, laugh-until-you-can’t-breathe Adult Summer Camp where you get to: ~ be hyped up ~  reconnect with your joy ~ and remember who the heck you actually areIf that’s calling you… you can check it out here: https://joymaker.prof/products/joycamp-sober-adult-summer-camp Stay connected in Amy's world: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/ ^^^ get the first 10 pages of her book free^^ Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens https://www.tiktok.com/⁨@theamydickens⁩  https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickens/shorts Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDd?si=49cb54f75428498a Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750 Amy's Book "101 Ways to Spread Joy"Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

In today’s episode of Joyfully You, we’re diving deep into sustainable happiness, emotional mastery, and how to create a joyful life on purpose — not by accident.I’m joined by the radiant Dr. Sue McCreadie, a physician-turned-holistic happiness mentor who helps midlife women reconnect with their joy, vitality, and purpose through mind–body–soul alignment. And omg… our pre-convo had me buzzing, and the episode is even sweeter.We talk about:~ How joy is something we create, not something we wait for ~ Why “beautiful states” are available to us even in the messiness~ Midlife as a “second adolescence” — and why that’s actually empowering ~ Emotional discernment: when to shift your state vs. when to sit with a feeling~ Tools for processing emotions so they don’t swirl and stay stuck ~ How to come back to joy again and again… sustainablyPlus, some really tender moments about shame, self-loathing, play, and what it actually feels like to meet yourself in the full spectrum of being human.This episode feels like a warm hug and a gentle hype session. I know you’re gonna love it.💃 What You’ll LearnThe difference between “fleeting happiness” and renewable joyWhy shifting your physiology first is the easiest way to change your emotional stateHow kids naturally model sustainable joy (and what adults can steal from them!)How to identify when an emotion still needs to be felt, heard, or honoredSimple tools for emotional resilience you can use anytime, anywhere Connect with Dr. SueWebsite: https://www.drsuemccreadie.com/Prefer to watch? Catch Joyfully You on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43NLxYwkmGo&feature=youtu.be Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Today I get to chat with Hussein Hallak — an entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and builder of communities who’s mastered the art of embracing failure, uncertainty, and play as paths to real growth.This convo cracked my brain open in the best way. Hussein shares why joy isn’t the absence of pain and what it means to choose who you are instead of endlessly searching for yourself. We dive deep into: * What a choice really is — and how freedom plays into it * The truth about failure (and why it’s your greatest teacher) * How to know what you actually want in life * Why “toxic individualism” keeps us disconnected * And how to find joy — even when life feels messyYou’ll walk away remembering that joy isn’t found in perfect moments... it’s something you can create anywhere, anytime.If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid to fail, or unsure of your next move — this one will light you up. Listen, laugh, and rediscover your power to choose your life.Stay connected with Hussein: https://www.husseinhallak.com/ Grab Hussein’s book “The Dark Art of Life Mastery” https://husseinhallak.kit.com/products/dalm-book Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Ever notice how some dreams light you up and scare the hell out of you? You’re not broken — you’re human. In this riff-style solo episode we dive into the concept of Collective Courage — this idea that we’re not meant to walk our most daring paths completely alone. If you’ve been sitting on something big but feeling frozen, stuck, disconnected, or discouraged… this one’s for you. We fly higher together (with the right people) In this episode, you’ll hear about:What “Collective Courage” actually means — and why it’s a game-changerThe myth of hyper-independence (and where it comes from)Why asking for help isn’t weakness — it’s wisdomThe kind of people who amplify your courage — and how to find themWhat to do when your nervous system shuts down from “too much too fast”Why community is a rocket ship when you're building your dreamsStay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

What if your low moments were the pathway, the portal to your next big vision?In this potent episode of Joyfully You, I sit down with Sophia DiMuccio, a woman on a mission here to connect visionaries to turn their missions into movements of massive impact. We sit down to talk about the quiet, gritty, deeply human side of living a life of purpose, a life that excites you from deep within your soul. We go beyond the buzzwords and into the real energy of the journey—where doubt and discomfort are a part of the journey right alongside the joy and passion. It’s for anyone who's felt the pull of a mission, even when the path feels blurry. Anyone who wants to know more about what it means to be embodied in leading yourself first. We unpack:🔥 Why your lows hold the key to your highest highs ⚡️ How to move through energetic ebbs without making it mean you’ve failed 🔥 The role of self-leadership when no one’s watching ⚡️ The power of reconnecting to your desire—and using it to rise 🔥 Why your “why” has to evolve as your vision grows ⚡️ The real reason most people feel stuckIf you’re navigating a season of confusion, contraction, or straight-up “WTF is next?”—this conversation will help you find your fire again. Not by pretending everything’s fine, but by meeting the low with presence, redefining what drives you, and deciding to rise.This is your permission to feel the whole spectrum—and to claim your next chapter with intention, vision, and self-trust.Sophia reminds us that entrepreneurship is less about hustle and more about inner alchemy—grieving, growing, showing up, and leading from within. If you’ve ever felt like you’re meant for something but don’t know how to turn that knowing into something real... this one is for you.This is about building your movement, deepening your why, and becoming the leader this world desperately needs.Connect with Sophia: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamsophiadimuccio/ Work with Sophia: https://stan.store/sophiadimuccio?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacYODyJA6ewknDKlyfaXLrhJUIKHJhxCUCR55Vmk3llpDPVcQFZjsZs7RZbTw_aem_PUN_mDwpQDFLJhIzgA8KDA Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

In this solo episode, I felt like it was time to get real about living as “the joy queen” with this mission to reconnect people to their inner joy and still have days where it feels completely out of reach. This one’s for the quiet seasons, the low days, the moments when you feel like joy has left the room.I talk about:What it’s like to not feel joyful while being “the joy person”Why I see joy as a practice, not a performanceMy go-to grounding rituals when I’m feeling lowThe sacredness of soft days (and how I’m learning to honor them *without* guilt or shame) Tiny joy practices that feel real, not forcedIf you’ve ever felt guilty for not being more “positive,” this one’s for you.You are not broken. Joy is not gone. It's just quiet. And it's still in the room, I promise. 🤍Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Today, we’re diving into the neuroscience of PLAY — we’re talkin’ brains, burnout, joy, and how play literally rewires us for regulation, creativity, and connection.I’m joined by Matt Jones, a PhD student, professor at Purdue, and total nerd (in the best way) for all things play and organizational leadership. We talk about:What’s actually happening in your brain when you playHow play helps regulate the nervous system + heal burnoutThe surprising link between play, leadership, and communicationHow adults can reconnect with play (even if it feels awkward)Whether you’re leading teams, healing from stress, or just trying to feel more alive — this episode will light you up in all the right ways. Let's nerd out and play on.Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

What happens when you're dropped in the wild with no food, no clothes, and no idea what’s coming next? For my friend Noa, the answer was… play. In this wildly inspiring episode, we dive into how she used humor, imagination, and childlike creativity to regulate her nervous system and stay grounded during her time on Naked and Afraid. This one’s for anyone who’s ever wondered if play is just fun and games — or if it’s actually a radical tool for survival.💫 We talk:The mental toll of survival modeTurning fear into laughterReclaiming joy in the most extreme conditionsHow to bring that same playful power into your daily lifeYou’re gonna love this one — it’s raw, wild, and joy-filled in the most unexpected ways.Season 2 - Episode 7 Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Joy Isn’t Just a Mood, It’s a Movement.   What if the joy you feel in those BIG HIGHS in life don’t have to disappear when you go back to your normal day to day life? In this episode, Hannah - creator of The Joy Movement - chats all about  how to take those Technicolor, goosebump-filled moments and actually weave them into your everyday. Because joy isn’t just for the highs—it’s something we can choose, even on the grey days.We go deep into how to embody joy even when you’re not feeling it, and what it looks like to build a life that ripples joy out into the world.If you’ve ever asked, “How do I hold on to that magical feeling?” — this one’s for you.*video version on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=25a2GceGYIc Stay connected with Hannah: https://thejoymovement.online/ Instagram: @thejoymovement_Www.facebook.com/thejoymovement_ Spread more joy with some Joy Movement Merch: https://thejoymovement.printful.me/ Season 2 Episode 6Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 2: Episode 5Need a hype (wo)man in your pocket? I’m your girl. Let this be the thing you can come back to again and again on days when you’re feelin extra human and struggling to believe in yourself.Listen to it on a walk, laying in bed, in the car, hiding in the bathroom, ya know, basically wherever and whenever you need a lil 5 min hype up to remind you of who you truly are.   Borrow my belief in you. You are here to radiate such great things just in your being in this world. Thank you. Maybe this can even be your inspiration to go record your own just for yourself. It’s even more potent ***highly recommend listening with headphones on** Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 2: Episode 14In part two of this ridiculous yet inspiring series, we’re spilling the deets on how to host your own creative retreat—whether it’s a weekend escape with friends or a solo night with paint, playlists, and a candle that smells like possibility. ✨ We’ll break down:What made our retreat so magical (spoiler: it involves a macaroni testimony and kitchen orchestra dances 🎻)How to find your people or be your own best retreat partnerThe must-have ingredients for a vibe-y, creativity-sparking experienceActivities, flow, mindset, and mini-retreat ideas for any schedule or budgetWays to keep the creative magic alive after it’s overPlus: charades, unhinged warm-ups, and a few finish-the-prompt games you’ll wanna steal for your own crew.This one’s for the wild hearts who crave more meaning, play, and connection in their everyday lives. Let’s make the ordinary feel extraordinary — together. 💛 A glimpse into creative retreat: https://www.instagram.com/p/DGyhCBdvb0S/     **if you haven’t listened to part 1 yet, I highly recommend starting there: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ybL8QhNZjBT6I4T8P1ja2?si=54d69e4abdce41ab Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750?i=1000710172573  Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 2: Episode 13What happens when you gather a bunch of wildly creative, slightly chaotic, joy-obsessed humans in one space—with zero pressure and a whole lot of laughter? This episode is a hilarious, heart-opening look behind the scenes of the creative retreat we co-created together. From late-night dance parties to spontaneous art explosions to tears of laughter, these weekend cracked us open in all the best ways. We talk about how it deepened our friendships, unleashed creative breakthroughs, and reminded us what’s possible when we play together.Expect storytelling, laughter, and pure joy.✨ Come listen if you’ve ever craved:Feeling fully yourself in communityReigniting your creativity in a playful wayLaughing till your belly hurts with people who just get youThis is for sure the most hilariously entertaining and unhinged (in the best way) episode yet Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 2: Episode 12What if your next vacation felt more like recess than responsibility? In this episode, I sit down with Bill Heinrich, founder of Camp Runabout—a summer camp for adults that’s equal parts movement, connection, and pure joy. We talk about the magic of gathering grown-ups in cabins, how running is very optional, and why karaoke with backup dancers might just be the healing modality we all need.Whether you’re craving a break from your routine or dreaming of finding your people, this convo is your permission slip to play again. Come for the camp vibes, stay for the contagious joy.Today we talk about:Why adults desperately need recess tooThe origin story of Camp Runabout and how it became a joy-filled movementHow connection, movement, and laughter can transform your mental healthWhy Camp Runabout is not about being athletic—but about being yourselfThe surprising power of shared silliness (hint: karaoke with backup dancers)How Bill turned a passion into a purpose-driven communityThe magic that happens when people feel safe to play againStay Connected with Camp Runabout!*** promo code JOYFULLYYOU that gives listeners $75 off their registration fee ***Website: www.camprunabout.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/CampRunaboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/camprunabout/Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 2: Episode 11What if play isn’t just something fun to do—but something that could actually change your life? And maybe even... change the world?In this episode, I'm diving deep into the radical, world-shifting power of play. ⚡ Why it matters more than EVER (like... ever-ever) ⚡ How I stumbled upon the elixir of life  ⚡ Why you absolutely, 1000% do NOT need to "earn" your right to have fun ⚡ And how reclaiming play could spark a revolution—in your life and in our collective futureThis isn’t just fluff. It’s freedom. Let’s get into it. 💥Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 10We all have dreams that we’d love to create in this life. Chances are if you’re human there’s a lot of fears that come up around showing up and actually doing the thing. In this episode we explore sharing vulnerably about how both of us go about walking with our fears, as we walk with them live in this episode recording this very episode. If you’ve got that nagging feeling you’d love to share your voice, create that dream or just take a next step towards your dreams and crave some down to earth yet simultaneously giggly entertaining support in that, this is for you.We get into: ~ Showing up with where you’re at in your journey ~ How to know when you’re ready to show up before you’re ready ~ The power of being not ready together~ Stepping into a role of empowerment in your healing journey ~ How to consider the most scared parts of yourself as you move forward~ Journey to RECLAIMING your gifts ~ How to build your inner trust resources Literally this convo is like sitting at a table with your two friends on a vibe, having a juicy convo about your passions, vulnerabilities in showing up imperfectly and how to speak your truth while gigglin’ and goofin’ through the whole thing. Amy’s Instagram: @_amy_dickenshttps://www.instagram.com/_amy_dickens/Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 9Ever wonder why you feel so ALIVE and free when you sing? Even if (for now) it’s just when you’re in the shower or belting out to your favorite jams in the car? This week we get to talk to Georgina and dive DEEP into the power of the VOICE and expression to unleash our truest authenticity (aka our truest joy as well). Whether you’re a seasoned singer or someone who’s never thought about the potential power of your own voice, this episode has some powerful messages. We get into everything from: ~ inner child healing through the voice ~ key to freeing your expression~ the power of sound to restore balance to your being ~ how to to heal your energetic centers through sound ~ the healing power of the voice ~ how to become magnetic though your own expressionAnd at the end of this episode we have an amazing little vocal activation you can do along with us to awaken your own voice. Stay connected with Georgina! Instagram: @_missafterglowhttps://www.instagram.com/missafterglow/ Amy’s Instagram: @_amy_dickenshttps://www.instagram.com/_amy_dickens/ Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 8Ever wonder what your unique gifts are in this world? Maybe you know them, maybe you have a deep inner knowing that there are some that are laying dormant within you that you’d love to discover. A calling that your greatest life and service is within the discovery and embodiment of those gifts. We all have our own gifts to share, and this week we dive into all things living in your FLOW and GENIUS ZONE. Some key points you won’t want to miss: The keys to reigniting your creative spark againThe power of knowing your why What the heck is the genius zone? Questions and tips to help you find your genius zone The journey of how to grow into your genius zone The difference between genius and expertHow to call in and get ready for your dream  collaborators How to get back into your flow The truth is we all benefit when each of us is embodying our gifts, our zone of genius in this world. Stay connected with Lilly!Instagram: @wombwisecollective https://www.instagram.com/wombwisecollective/ Stay connected with Amy!Instagram@_amy_dickenshttps://www.instagram.com/_amy_dickens/ Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 7Your joy isn’t just a nice to have. If you’re like most humans out there, you’ve experienced your fair share of seasons of feeling burnt out. This week’s episode with Joy and Purpose coach Shannon Clarke explores how your joy is a path to healing your burnout. We explore: ~ How joy activates new parts of your brain allowing you to find new solutions~ The single most protective factor for avoiding burnout ~ Tips to shift into your most joy filled life that breaks the mold of conventional living~ The superpower of how to turn the awful into magic~ The transformation that happens when you align your priorities~ How to maintain forward momentum in your dreamsThis episode is filled with joyful nuggets of wisdom sprinkled with lots of laughter that will nourish and inspire your soul for sure. Follow Shannon on Instagram: @shannoneclarkehttps://www.instagram.com/shannoneclarke/Links to get involved in Shannon’s Joyful, Magical world: https://linktr.ee/ShannonClarkeCoaching Follow Amy on Insta: @_amy_dickens https://www.instagram.com/_amy_dickens/ Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 6This weeks episode is all about the BODY. Our relationship to our own body, And reflections on how all of that beautiful mess relates to our ability to experience joy in this life. We dive into: The sneaky ways we use our self care against ourselvesWholeness > wellnessHow to discern wellness from wholeness vs. not enoughness How to dive into self compassion in moments of self sabotage, how to love ourselves IN those momentsThe one factor that I find impacts personal health and wellness the most The impact of emotions and emotional alchemy on the physical body All the love beautiful humans <3 Get connected with me: Instagram: @_amy_dickenshttps://www.instagram.com/_amy_dickens/ Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 5Today we have an incredible laughter filled conversation with Em all about finding the light in the darkest of days and compassionately embracing the wounded parts of ourselves that come to the surface in our struggles. For Em the through line in all of this is coming back into the heart. We talk all sorts of ways to navigate the stormy waters getting into:~ GIGGLING AND DANCING as a path to authenticity ~ the need to honoring ALL the feelings (and what that can look like)~ the transformative power of your personal beliefs~ gratitude as both a gift and at times spiritual bypassing ~ the power of expression~ how to connect deeper to your inner child to both heal and nourish your soulEm is here to guide you to your heart through art. Showing the world the joy, the authenticity, the embodiment that is truly possible in this life. Finding herself by learning to really embrace the darkness.~ How to Connect with Em!Instagram: @aguidedhearthttps://www.instagram.com/aguidedheart/ Em’s Book! “When a Wave Meets the Shore” https://emilykimble.com/products/when-a-wave-meets-the-shore-signed-copy-w-watercolor-bookmark Aura Painting Offerings:https://emilykimble.com/collections/offerings Em’s Podcast: Intuitive Movementshttps://open.spotify.com/show/6iumnfFHbQ3DeMepDfvHwF?si=4H2vvtnLRKazfZwj11UE0w&nd=1&dlsi=7f495c426e984adc Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 4We've all experienced those tougher seasons of life. Today's episode is a reflection on the 21 day Joy Challenge I gave myself to see if it would help me shift out of that dark night of the soul "funk" I had been struggling to transition out of. When all the meditation, yoga, breathwork and energy medicine stopped lighting me up, desperate times call for... trying more joy?? We get all into: - The transfomational power of starting your day with what ACTIVELY BRINGS YOU JOY - How your soul gets nourishment and inspiration from the way you start your day- Tips and tricks to try out your own soul inspired joy challenge https://www.instagram.com/_amy_dickens/Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 3In today’s ep of the pod we get all into the nuanced role of consumption in our capacity to experience joy. The difference in impact mindful consumption and hyperconsumption have on our brains dopamine levels and our ability to experience joy. We dive into:- dopamine addictions and over consuming habits- the impact binge consuming has on our brain chemistry - the power of creating space - the difference between passive and real fun - releasing any shame or judgement about our consumption habitsAnd we get into a guided joy list practice at the end!*The book referenced in the pod is "The Power of Fun" by Catherine PriceFollow me on instagram: @_amy_dickensStay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 2There’s no escaping the inner seasons of life. Some seasons joy feels pretty effortless and natural for all of us. Others we can feel so heavy and bogged down by life’s challenges that joy can feel like the kid who’s so good at hide and seek that everyone eventually gives up and stops looking for him altogether. Today we get real about the reality of going through those more challenging seasons of life. The ones where everything just feels HARD. We get into:How to release the shame of struggling The power of shifting into curiosity Seeing our struggles as opportunities Using these seasons to remember happiness isn’t a destinationJoy as a skill we build and practiceHow can you use this season as an opportunity to learn how to shift your state more skillfully? How can you bring in ease?How can you invite in a sense of spaciousness to what you’re doing? How can you rush less? How can you bring in more playfulness? More joy? Less seriousness And how can you accept yourself exactly where you’re at, without judgement.Not to forcing yourself into a season of summer, but being curious and open about your experience of life. All the love beautiful souls!AmyStay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750

Season 1: Episode 1I know I'm not alone in this human journey of learning to truly love yourself. So many of us come into this life with wounds of feeling we're not enough, of outsourcing our worthiness and lovability to others. Walking the brave journey of learning to unravel these wounds and truly embody self love is one of the foundational aspects of becoming Joyfully You. In this episode I share about my roller coaster of a journey to falling in love with myself and the nuggets of wisdom I gained along the way.Sharing the lessons that took me years to gather so you can have a few less bumps in your journey. How are you abandoning yourself? What would some possible boundaries look like ?How are you choosing yourself?What is your inner child needing to feel nourished? We'll end with a lovely little guided self love meditation to get you in tune with that state of love within. Stay connected with me!  Check out these links below. Website: https://www.livejoyfullyou.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamydickens/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theamydickensYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@theamydickensSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2CE0VrhEkvi9O5w2WhabDdApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joyfully-you/id1727864750