In this episode of Department 88: Leadership Edition, Amy Charbonneau dives into the neuroscience and spirituality of joy — and why it’s the most underused leadership strategy of our time. You’ll discover how joy isn’t just a feeling — it’s fuel. When joy is active, teams become resilient, creativity expands, and meaning is restored. When joy is missing, burnout and disconnection follow. Drawing from mentoring research, neuroscience, and biblical wisdom, Amy shares how faith-based leade...

In this Department 88: Leadership Edition episode, Amy Charbonneau explores how mentorship transforms not only careers — but hearts, brains, and cultures. Drawing from both neuroscience and biblical wisdom, Amy unpacks how true mentorship multiplies confidence, belonging, and joy. You’ll learn: Why great leadership can’t exist without mentorshipHow mentoring relationships rewire the brain for courage and creativityThe difference between information and impartationHow joy fuels trust, hope, an...

Today’s episode is called “Creating Joy in the Workplace: The New Leadership Mandate.” And this conversation is especially for the leaders — whether you lead in business, ministry, education, or healthcare — who feel the weight of keeping teams motivated, engaged, and connected in a world that often feels heavy. Ready to explore a bit more? Book your FREE 15 minute discovery call today!! I look forward to helping you get the transformation to accelerate your dreams!

The temptation to become cynical can creep in almost unnoticed. It can sound like, oh, I've heard that before. Or that might work for others, but not for me. Or yeah, I tried that. It didn't. It didn't work. It doesn't work for me. But here's the thing. Cynicism does not protect us. It poisons us. It keeps our hearts closed and our minds stuck. So today, I want to show you both from Scripture and neuroscience, how cynicism shuts down your brain's ability to grow and how hope, faith, and joy r...

Today we're going to get practical. I want to share with you how to reset your inner world, bring your heart and mind into alignment with God's design, and live from peace instead of chaos. 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching Program — a transformative journey to break free from limiting beliefs, heal from past wounds, and step boldly into your God-given purpose. ➡️ Click Here. https://awakenjoyleadership.com/IHNC

Jesus said in Luke 6:45: “Out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” In other words, what’s happening inside of you will eventually show up outside of you — in your words, in your relationships, in your decisions, and even in your physical health. Join Amy as she talks about how the inner chaos is seen or manifested in the world around us. 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching Program — a transformative journey to break free from limiting beliefs, heal fro...

Today we are starting a brand new series, kind of continuing in some ways from the Heart series we just did. We're going to talk about the inner world a little bit differently, just going deeper, because as we approach it from different aspects, we begin to gain deeper understanding. Scripture tells us that what's happening inside of us will eventually shape everything outside of us.

In today's episode, we're going to see how scripture and neuroscience meet when it comes to the heart, and how we can live with what I call the Heart-Brain sync - aligning our inner life with God's design for peace, clarity, and joy. 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching Program — a transformative journey to break free from limiting beliefs, heal from past wounds, and step boldly into your God-given purpose. ➡️ Click Here. https://awakenjoyleader...

Today we're stepping into the New Testament, where the Greek word kardia shows up over 150 times. And again, we're going to see that the biblical picture of the heart goes way beyond our modern idea of just follow your feelings. The New Testament heart is the center of faith, repentance, love, and worship. It's the place where Jesus wants to dwell and transform us from the inside out. 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching Program — a transformative journey t...

Today we are starting a three part series about one of the most important words in the entire Bible the Heart. Did you know that the word heart shows up almost 1000 times in Scripture? That tells me God really wants us to understand it. The Hebrew word for heart is so much richer, deeper, and more powerful than we might understand. It describes not just your emotions, but your mind, your choices, the decisions that you make. And this is really like your will, those desires, your inner self. I...

This eppisode builds on the plumb-line idea and talks about how to actually live out that code. Because here's the truth. It's just one thing to write down your values, but it's a whole other thing to walk them out, especially when life gets hard, okay? And the only way to truly walk in alignment is by renewing your mind with the Word of God, transforming those subconscious automated beliefs with truth. So, I'll share a little bit of my own healing journey from trauma,...

Today we're talking about something incredibly powerful: how to live by a personal code of ethics. This is rooted not in cultural norms, not in shifting opinions, but in the unshakable, trustworthy Word of God. Now, maybe you've asked yourself, "how do I make decisions when life gets hard?" Have you ever been in one of those moments where something happens and you are like, I have no idea how to make the right decision in this moment? Or, maybe it's "what do I stand for when...

If you have ever felt a sense of spiritual momentum, like your heart is full, your confidence is rising, and your intimacy with God is at an all-time high, you might be in an overflow season. This is where the healing you have received, the bold steps you have taken, and the closeness with God you have cultivated all begin to pour out in purpose, joy, and impact! This season is not about perfection...it's about PARTNERSHIP! Discover your season by taking the Quiz today. Looking to discuss you...

This is the season where you start to feel it: that tug on your heart, that holy discontent, that whisper deep inside that says, "there must be more." More to faith, more to purpose, more to YOU. If you feel like something is stirring, but you are not quite sure what to do about it yet...this episode is for you. Take the Spiritual Seasons Quiz here. Want to discuss how to navigate YOUR Season? Click here to book your FREE 15 minute coaching call. 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing &...

This episode is for you if you find yourself in a season where God is gently drawing you closer—inviting you to slow down, to sit with Him, to listen. It’s not about striving or pushing for answers. It’s about becoming deeply familiar with God’s voice, His presence, and His love for you. So if you’ve been feeling like the Lord is quieting your busy world and beckoning you into something deeper, let’s dive in. Take the Spiritual Seasons Quiz here. Want to discuss your season? Book your FREE 15...

have you been sensing a stirring to step out? Maybe there is a dream, a message, or a mission rising up inside your heart, but something has been holding you back. Today, Amy is talking about breaking up with fear to uncover hidden beliefs that have kept you stuck and remind you what God says about your voice! Take the Spiritual Seasons Quiz now! Click here to book your FREE 15 minute call to talk about navigating YOUR season. 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching...

Maybe life has knocked you down. Maybe you feel like something broke inside, or you are not sure how to move forward after the pain you have endured. I want you to know that you are not alone. God sees you. He is near to the brokenhearted. And He wants to bring healing to the deep places of your soul. You can take the Spiritual Seasons Quiz here 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching Program — a transformative journey to break free from limiting beliefs,...

Today Amy is talking about 5 spiritual seasons most people find themselves in, how to recognize them and what God might be doing in that space. When you know your season, you can stop striving and start partering with God's timing and plans. Take the quiz here: https://dept88.org/quizoptin 💛 Ready to go deeper? Join my Inner Healing & Neurocoaching Program — a transformative journey to break free from limiting beliefs, heal from past wounds, and step boldly into your God-given pu...

My beautiful friend, please listen to this episode in a quiet space with your journal. Amy will be inviting you into an activation to practically apply what she has been talking about the last three weeks. You are incredibly precious to God! And HE wants to tell you just how special you are. When you are ready for change - to kick those limiting beliefs out the door for GOOD...join Amy's Neurocoaching program to rewire the mind with TRUTH. YOU are totally worth it!

Today we're going to talk about how to break free from the accuser's lies. We're getting tactical because if you're going to live in joy, you must break free from the lies that try to steal it. As always, please join us in Dept 88 facebook group to further the conversation. Or if you are ready to tackle those limiting beliefs, join Amy in her Neurocoaching program and renew your mind for good!