Seek The Joy Podcast

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Monica Kade. Monica is a writer, podcast host, and communication specialist - and our very first guest from Sydney, Australia! (Yes I freaked out about this, I mean come on - my name is Sydney!) Monica is highly sought after for her work with entrepreneurs, where she helps them find clarity, fine-tune and express their personal business message, and connect to the space within them so that they realize the solutions to their questions. Monica believes that self-expression is the foundation for creating a life we love, and her aim is to encourage each person to communicate with purpose, clarity and power. Through her work she supports people to express themselves and be better communicators both professionally and personally.  On today's episode we chat all about Monica's journey of self-discovery, finding her voice and communicating with purpose, the importance of self-expression and getting clear on your message, the concept of purpose (and how it's really

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Mary Burke, the founder and CEO of Building Brave. Building Brave is an online community of women who connect, inspire, and empower each other to discover and be their most confident selves. They're creating this community and celebrating women through their mobile app that connects women with inspiration, support, and collaboration.  We chat all about Mary's journey from business woman, to candidate for governor of Wisconsin, to founder of Building Brave. We also talk about the inspiration behind Building Brave, the role of community in Mary’s life, building her own brave, the connection between confidence and competence, choosing not to play it small, joy in her life, what Mary's learned about herself along the way, and much more. To learn more about today’s episode, head over to the show notes section of the website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/maryburke To learn more about Mary and Building Brave, visit their website buildingbrave.org You can find

Welcome back to The Power of Storytelling.  This month's episode blew me away. The courage, vulnerability, and trust in these stories is undeniable. Chelsea, Victoria, and Lauren, I'm so honored and excited to share your stories, in your words.  This week's episode touched on mental health and mental illness, and I think the timing is no accident. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, The Suicide Prevention Lifeline has 24/7, free & confidential support for people in distress, prevention, & crisis resources: their number is 1-800-273-8255. To learn more about today's episode and to connect with the amazing women who shared their stories, head over to the show notes section of our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/powerofstorytelling2 If you want to be part of this new storytelling series, visit the Share Your Story section of our website. Fill out our interest form - and we'll get back to you ASAP. Our next episode will air March 22nd, so make sure to send in your sto

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday!  On the podcast today is Elise Fabbro, and Elise and I met while at USC. She is an environmentalist to her core, but she’s not your typical environmentalist - and she explains why on today’s episode.  We chat all about the importance of learning to follow the things you love, being honest about your limits, and making your passions really clear - both to yourself and to others. Elise also shares with us what brings her joy, the lessons she’s learned from working (too) hard and burning out (seriously we can all relate to this!), her life bucket list, and much more.  It's always so much fun for me to have these #SeekTheJoy conversations with friends who are following their passions and putting themselves out there. To learn more about today’s episode, head over to the show notes section of our website, seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/elisefabbro Don't forget to join us back here on Thursday, February 22nd for the second episode in The Power of Storytelling! To learn more and to

On the podcast today is Joy Whisperer and Queen of Joy, Dr. Katie Henry.  Katie is a transformational life and business coach, speaker, author, and all around lover of life. Her energy is contagious, and when it comes right down to it, joy is just who Katie is. On today’s episode we chat all about Katie’s journey living a life fueled by joy, choosing not to play it small, what living a location free life is like, what she’s learned about herself along the way, and much more.  Katie's transformation happened because of the shifts she made in her mindset and the deeper connection to her spiritual practice, and we're so excited to share it with all of you.  Today’s episode is full of tips, techniques, and practices that we can put into place now to transform our mindset and shift our energy into joy.  Katie has been so generous to offer the #SeekTheJoy Community a free course to go along with today’s episode which you can access here  http://drkatiehenry.pages.ontraport.net/energyofjoy and you can join her

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Kimothy Joy - the wonderfully kind, inspiring, and talented woman behind the empowering and powerful images that have uplift and inspire all of us.  Kimothy brings strong women to life in her watercolor and ink portraits, and she creates illustrations made with joy to spark social change. She's committed and passionate about spreading messages that empower, uplift, inspire, and celebrate women and girls. Her messages of empowerment, kindness, self-love, awareness, authenticity, and inspiration have been shared around the world.  On today's episode we chat all about her self-love, empowerment, and joy journey, the inspiration behind the images she creates, what she's learned about herself along the way, the moments in her life that inspired her to choose joy and to stand tall in her own voice, and much more.  To learn more about today's episode head over to the show notes section of the website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/kimothyjoy Make sure to visi

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday!  On the podcast today is one of my oldest friends - Alyse Friedman. Alyse has been working in the entertainment industry for as long as I can remember, and this is truly her passion. I really loved having this conversation with Alyse - it's always so much fun for me to have these conversations with my friends who are following their passions and putting themselves out there.  We chat all about her journey, what she's learned about herself along the way, the importance of remaining patient with yourself, finding your footing, remaining grounded, how she finds joy, and much more.  To learn more about today's episode, visit our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes **A couple of announcements ** - The second episode in our new series, The Power of Storytelling, airs on February 22nd! We want you to be part of it! To learn more and to submit your story, visit our website https://www.seekthejoypodcast.com/share-your-seekthejoy-story/ and fill out our interest form - and we'll get

Welcome back to Seek The Joy Podcast, and happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Gina Keller, the founder of Nasty Woman Cosmetics. Nasty Woman Cosmetics is a socially minded cosmetics company dedicated to supporting feminist ideals. After watching the Women's March last year, and seeing so many come together to fight for human rights, gender equality, reproductive rights, healthcare for all, and basic civil liberties was so inspiring to Gina.  On today's episode we chat all about her journey creating Nasty Woman Cosmetics, what inspired her, the importance of a strong female support system, speaking out, living authentically, her role in the resistance movement, and more.  ***GIVEAWAY ALERT*** In honor of the anniversary of the women's march and today's episode, we are hosting a giveaway! To enter to win a liquid lipstick of your choice . . . Follow both @seekthejoypod_ and @nastywomancosmetics on Instagram Like the post on @seekthejoypod_ page announcing the giveaway Tag one nasty woman

Guys, it's here.  The first episode in our new storytelling series.  I'm over the moon about this new series, and I'm so honored and excited to share your stories, in your words.  When I started this podcast, my intention was to create a space to share, connect, and grow. This new series - does just that.  The three stories featured in today's episode are honest, raw, vulnerable, brave and courageous. I'm so honored to share their stories. Hanan, Sarah, and Em - thank you for being part of this new series.  To learn more about today's episode, head over to the show notes section of our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/PowerofStorytelling1 If you want to be part of this new storytelling series - please reach out, and send your story. Our next episode will air February 22nd, so make sure to send in your story by February 19th.  Join us next week for another #SeekTheJoy Tuesday -  hit SUBSCRIBE - and if you've been enjoying this podcast, leave us a rating and/or review on iTunes! It would mean so

Welcome back to Seek The Joy Podcast, and Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Charlotte Haimes, the founder of Women Making Waves, a global community of women who aspire to show up as their true selves, and who define success on their own terms. On her platform, you can share your story, read up on their blog, and learn more about their events.  We chat all about Charlotte's journey creating Women Making Waves, we dive deep into vulnerability and what that means, and how by pushing past the discomfort and being okay with the uncertainty, you can get to the real magic. We also discuss passion - and whether we all really have one, empowerment, fostering deeper connections, and making waves in our lives.  To learn more about Charlotte and Women Making Waves, head over to the show notes section of our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/womenmakingwaves  You can find Women Making Waves on Instagram @wmwclub and Facebook @wmwclub   Until next week, ✨ #SeekTheJoy - hit SUBSCRIBE - and it wo

Seek The Joy Podcast is launching a new Storytelling Series in 2018 - and we want you to be part of it!  On today's bonus episode (or should we say, announcement episode!) Sydney shares more information about the new storytelling series - what to expect, how to get involved, and more!  The first episode in the series will air next Thursday January 18th, want in? ✨

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Tedi and Sonya Serge, the founders of Sand Sisters Los Angeles, a youth empowerment 501(c)3 in Los Angeles designed to encourage children to live active and healthy lives. Through their summer beach camp and after school enrichment program, their goal is to help children become leaders, build high self esteem, make health conscious decisions, and be positive and active members of the Los Angeles community. We chat all about how Sand Sisters got its start, the journey they've been on, empowerment, creating authentic connections and community, building up their self-love muscles, self-confidence, what joy looks and feels like for them, their experiences as mentors, and much more.  To learn more about Tedi and Sonya and Sand Sisters LA, head over to the show notes section of our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/sandsistersla You can connect with Tedi and Sonya online at website www.sandsistersla.com  Instagram @sandsistersla and Facebook @SandSister

Welcome back to Seek The Joy Podcast and to the first #SeekTheJoy Tuesday of 2018!  On the podcast today is Natalie Walstein, the career astrologer behind Soulshine Astrology.  We chat all about the magic behind astrology, living with passion and purpose, and how by gaining an understanding of your chart you can begin to call more joy and purpose into your life. By diving into astrology and learning about her own chart, Natalie was able to learn more about herself, step into her own authenticity, and find more passion and joy in her life.  To learn more about Natalie and Soulshine Astrology, head over to the show notes section of our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/soulshine-astrology  You can connect with Natalie online at soulshineastrology.com Instagram @soulshineastrology Facebook @soulshineastrology Youtube Soulshineastrology Until next week, ✨ #SeekTheJoy - hit SUBSCRIBE - and it would mean so much if you could give the podcast a rating and/or review on iTunes ✨

Welcome back to Seek The Joy Podcast and happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! Joining me on today's episode to talk about manifestation, joy, and the power of "I Am" is Lauren Sanders, the creator of The I AM Journal. The I AM Journal is a beautiful manifestation journal that helps you transform your thoughts, raise your vibrational energy, deepen your spiritual journey, reprogram your subconscious mind, and manifest with ease. We chat all about her journey creating The I Am Journal, the role manifestation has played in her life, the law of attraction, the strong connection between joy and manifestation, joy in her life, gratitude, and much more!  With 2018 on the horizon, make sure to check out The I Am Journal and start putting these tools to use in your life.  To find out more about this episode and The I Am Journal, including where you can purchase the journal, head over to the show notes section of our website seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes/-the-i-am-journal You can find Lauren and The I Am Journal on Insta

In today's bonus episode, I reflect on and talk about five things I've learned about myself since starting Seek The Joy Podcast. The past three months have been a lot of fun, and I've learned SO much about myself. To read more about today's episode, head over to the show notes section of the website at seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes If you enjoy episodes like this one and would like to hear more, let me know! Send me a message on Instagram, Facebook, or via e-mail.  Until next week, ✨ #SeekTheJoy - hit SUBSCRIBE - and it would mean so much if you could give the podcast a rating and/or review ✨

Hey guys! Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday and welcome back to Seek The Joy podcast!  On today’s episode is Kiara Harris - the host and creator of The Facade Project. The Facade Project is a podcast aiming to break down the real struggles of living in LA. Kiara says, from Cali living, to the reality of getting your foot in the door, it's time to break down the facade that everything is alright in your life and get to the truth about working and living in Los Angeles.  We chat all about where the idea for The Facade Project came from, Kiara's journey creating the podcast, the impact she wants to have with the platform and community she's creating, her facade, joy in her life, speaking your dreams into existence, and more! I am so excited to share Kiara's story and her experience writing and speaking her dreams into existence on this episode.   To find out more and to read more about today's episode, head over to the show notes section of our website at seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes.  To learn more about Kiara

Welcome back to Seek The Joy Podcast and Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday! On the podcast today is Brittany Priore, the founder and the editor of The Write Dose.  The Write Dose is a community of intelligent, brave, and strong young women sharing their stories through their expression of art. What I love so much about The Write Dose is that they’re giving a voice to all women by sharing diverse perspectives and insight. Too often, these diverse perspectives are not given a space to have their voices heard, and Brittany is changing that. She’s shifting the dialogue and opening up the conversation and spreading the message of community and sisterhood. We chat all about her journey creating The Write Dose, the power of community and sisterhood, the importance of expression and having our voices be heard, refocusing on what's important, the role of self-love in her life, what brings her joy, and more.  To find out more and read more about today's episode, head over to the show notes section of our website at seekt

Two weeks ago tomorrow I found out I passed the California Bar Exam.  Next Wednesday, I'll be sworn in as a member of The State Bar of California.  To say that I'm overwhelmed... is an understatement.  I share my journey over the last year and a half on today's episode. ✨ This was an exciting but also emotional episode for me to record.  Have you had similar experiences? I'd love to connect and chat about it.  For more information about today's episode, head to the show notes page on our website here Until next week, ✨ #SeekTheJoy - hit SUBSCRIBE - and it would mean so much if you could give the podcast a rating and/or review ✨

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday and welcome back to the Seek The Joy Podcast!  On today’s episode is Kelly Boyles. Kelly won the 2017 Calling All Dreamers Competition in Sacramento earlier this year for Milk House Shakes. Milk House Shakes will feature milkshakes named and themed after U.S. Presidents, combining Kelly's love of milkshakes with her passion for U.S. history.  Kelly is getting ready to open up her first store front in Old Town Sacramento in early 2018 (she's going for Presidents Day - so stay tuned!) Kelly and I met at USC, she was my new member educator when I first joined my sorority. Kelly is one of the kindest, most caring and genuine people that I know - and I can't imagine this opportunity going to a more deserving person.  Kelly went to USC with the intention of becoming a history teacher and she has always loved milkshakes (we chat a little bit about that and Ground Zero aka only the BEST milkshake cafe at USC). When she entered the competition, she initially wanted to open a food truck. O

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