In today's episode, we’re talking about the importance of looking at what’s already on your plate and finding room to add one thing that brings you joy each day.   Inspiring text by Jess Eckstrom Music by Joystock Drumroll & Trombone effects by freesound_community at Pixabay  

Join me and my friend Martha Canizares, founder of Two Healing Hearts, for an unscripted heart to heart conversation about the healing power of creative expression through journaling, art and community connection. This episode is available to watch on YouTube!  I Will Find Joy     https://www.joystock.org/

Have you made goals, set intentions and planned it all out and just as you go to do the thing… then something happens ... life gets lifey and the next thing you know, you have to stop and focus on something else? With so many things that need our attention, it is easy to set aside things we want to do for the things we need to do right now. In this episode, I am speaking with certified life coach, founder of Focus Mind Coaching, and my friend, Veronica Trevilla. Join the conversation as we talk about giving yourself permission to run your own race, start things when you are ready, and begin again as many times as it takes. Click here to watch on YouTube!   Music by Joystock  

Did you know there is a day called Quitters Day? There are enough statistics that show enough people give up on their new goals and resolutions by the second Friday of January they named it! There are many reasons that people give up on their goals, but not showing up for yourself shouldn’t be one of them! Today's podcast features Alessia Tenebruso, Martha Beck certified Life Coach and founder of One Girl Travel. We are starting off the new year choosing to show up just as we are and giving ourselves permission to enjoy the act of becoming this year's best version of ourselves. Head over to One Girl Travel to sign up for Alessia’s free Manifest Your Magic Vision Board Party on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7pm EST and join me in making my first vision board for a new year! Do you want to watch Alessia & I have this conversation? This is the first video on the brand new I Will Find Joy YouTube Channel! Be sure to subscribe and say hello in the comments.   Music by Joystock    

The Power of Intention You can tell a lot about someone if you know the intentions behind their words or actions. You can learn a lot about yourself in how you approach things as well. In today's episode, I am talking about the importance of setting intentions before doing something AND remembering them if and when things get wonky.    Music by Joystock

Boundaries get a bad rap. A lot of people tend to think of boundaries as a restriction. If someone enforces a boundary, it may be seen as a bad thing and that they are somehow wrong for having certain standards. This is especially true for anyone used to being able to say and do whatever they want without encountering resistance. Having boundaries keeps your values in check. In today's episode, I am talking about boundaries - setting them and enforcing them, even when it's hard.   Music by Joystock  

If you were a character in a tv show, would you follow their storyline? If every year of your life was a new season and you’re 20-30-40 or more seasons into the show, has your character developed much? Is the wardrobe still the same? What about the hair and makeup? In today's episode, I am talking about embracing your main character energy and a few ways to develop it. Music by Joystock

In today's special episode, I have my very first guest! My youngest and I have lots of laughs while my granddaughter chimes in with her thoughts and opinions too. Grab some hot cocoa or some other beverage and join us as we chat about some of our favorite holiday memories. This episode was an absolute joy to record. We hope that you have as much fun listening to it as we had creating it. Happy Holidays from the Finding Joy Podcast! Kristine Music by Joystock

Experiencing a deep loss can alter your life forever. Whether it is the unexpected loss of a job, relationship or the loss of a friend or loved one, it is among the hardest things we go through in our lives. In today's episode, I am sharing some of my hardest losses over the last few years and how I have started to heal and actively and rebelliously seek joy in the process. www.joystock.com

Do you ever have aha, lightbulb moments when you realize how you handled something was so different than how you used to? Or, maybe you fell back into a pattern that you swore you would not go back to?  In today’s episode, I am talking about celebrating your wins, noticing and readjusting what isn’t working, and relaxing your mind and body. Your life isn’t a race to be won. It is a celebration of who you are and everything that makes you wonderfully you.   Music by Joystock    

I am so grateful for others who speak the words I need to hear and put things in a way that really hits me and either soothes or challenges my thoughts. Either way it’s a win when the goal is to grow! In this episode, I am sharing some powerful Instagram material that I found this past week that really helped me to tie some things together in order to share what’s been on my mind in a more powerful way. Thank you to the posters of Instagram that are mentioned in this podcast! @Shadesofold, @jesseitzler, @alphamotivational0 Music by Joystock

(Originally published July 18, 2023) Do you know someone who refuses to let your past go and, no matter how long ago something happened, they find ways to bring it up and remind you?  They know where all of your buttons are and just how to push them to get a reaction. To maintain a joyful state, you have to be able to maintain your emotions and your thoughts - even, when someone is pressing your buttons. It feels fantastic when you learn how to stay in your own peace and not get riled up. In today's episode, I am talking about the importance of building a solid foundation that does not shake when those button pushers try to come for you.   Music by Joystock

How do you feel when you have been doing so well at changing something but backslide. You know when instead of taking a breath and redirecting yourself, you do the thing that you are trying not to do?  In this episode, I am talking about creating daily evidence that little changes that you make every day are really adding up to make big changes. Music by Joystock

In today’s episode, I fill you in on all of the exciting details of the most incredible month of my year so far! There have been so many joyful and exciting things that have been going on. I am finally able to share some big news and tremendous joy. I have been ready to burst. I can’t wait any longer, Let’s Go!

Do you ever stop and think about the way that you talk to yourself? I don't mean daily affirmations. I mean that thought that goes through your head the minute after you do something that you didn't mean to do or after you repeat a pattern that you are trying to break.  In this episode, I am challenging old thought patterns and keeping an open mind to reframe my perspective. Music by Joystock

Hey, do you realize that 2023 is almost over? We are already six month into the year ... we are at that halfway point.  Don't freak out ... I am just as shocked as you are! How is this year going for you?  Do you make resolutions or goals for the year? How are those going? Summer is already here, and in roughly the same amount of time as last New Years Eve, before you know it, Thanksgiving, Christmas and 2024 will be upon us. How do you want to finish 2023?  Have you been thinking about goals or promises that you made to yourself? How close are you to achieving them? Grab a beverage, huddle up. Let's have a meeting and give 2023 a 6 month review.  In this episode, I am talking about the book, Be Your Future Self Now by Dr. Benjamin Hardy. RUN... don't walk and grab this book! He has some amazing ideas about how to set goals and achievements that will help us become the best versions of ourselves to date. Please join me every Thursday for new episodes! Follow me on Instagram at I_Will_Find_Joy Music by Joystock

In this episode, I share what I consider authentic joy and why your circumstances should be irrelevant. There is always something to be thankful for if you look hard enough!

I consider it an act of rebellion to decide to find reasons to be happy and to find joy in every day. I share all the things from day to day experiences, books, movies, & tv shows, to life, love, and conversations with friends.