We’re doing something different—and deeply special—this week. We’re celebrating the birthday of a woman who doesn’t just speak… she shifts rooms. A woman who has turned pain into purpose, setbacks into soul work, and who has helped thousands find their voice, their fight, and their joy. This episode is a birthday tribute to Rachel Joy Baribeau, the heart behind I’m Changing the Narrative and the Joystarters Podcast. You’ll hear stories from athletes, speakers, mental health advocates, mamas, and friends—people whose lives have been forever changed because Rachel walked in the room. From locker rooms to board rooms, football fields to prisons, Rachel leads with fire and faith. She is what happens when grace, grit, and God collide. So listen in as we speak life over the birthday queen. And if she’s changed your life too, we invite you to take part in her Relentless Joy Challenge! Resources from this episode: EARLY BIRD Registration for the I’m Changing the Narrative Retreat - February 20-22, 2026 in Amelia Island, Florida: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/ictn-retreat DONATE TO I’M CHANGING THE NARRATIVE  in honor of Rachel’s Birthday:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/ctnfoundation Links and Resources: NEVER MET A HAPPY BULLY: Bullying isn’t just a childhood issue—it impacts schools, workplaces, and communities. Never Met a Happy Bully is a powerful resource designed to help parents, educators, and leaders recognize the root causes of bullying, take action, and create environments where kindness thrives. This guide provides real strategies to empower kids and adults alike, fostering confidence, empathy, and accountability. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/9fb60f72a3   JUMPSTART YOUR JOY! Get instant access to the JOYSTARTERS BLUEPRINT! Are you ready to discover your passion, uncover your purpose, and live a life filled with relentless joy? Get instant access to the Joystarters Blueprint, a transformative 5-week video course designed to guide you toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Each week, you'll dive into powerful video lessons, take on purposeful assignments, and build the skills to find, embrace, and fuel your unique path. This course isn’t just about dreaming; it’s about doing. Let’s start this journey together and make joy your new blueprint for living! https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/products/joystarters-blueprint   Mental Health Resources from KonnectMD: https://www.konnectmd.com/change   Canyon Valley Provisions https://www.canyonvalleyprovisions.com/ CODE- Rachel10    ❤️ Super Patch Company: https://racheljoybaribeau.superpatch.com 👕 Our Joystarters Etsy Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/JoyStarters    DOWNLOAD THE EBOOK: “I’ve Never Met a Happy Bully,” designed to address bullying in various facets of life, from schools to sports to workplaces. This comprehensive resource features expert insights and practical advice aimed at fostering healthier communities and saving lives. https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.ck.page/9fb60f72a3   Mental Health Battle Plan: https://i-m-changing-the-narrative.kit.com/7288bda82f The Mental Health Battle Plan is designed as a powerful resource to support you in taking control of your mental well-being. This guide is packed with practical steps, compassionate insights, and proven strategies that can help you build resilience, find peace, and restore joy in your life.    The Joystarters Club: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/joystartersclub   Get info on the mastermind and coaching: https://www.rachelbaribeau.com/coaching