Podcast Episodes

Ep 107: More Than Skin Deep: Make-Up, Mental Health, and the Mask We Wear

Season 1 Episode 107

Journey to Joy Live Ep 107

"More Than Skin Deep: Make-Up, Mental Health & The Mask We Wear"

Is your beauty routine an act of self-love—or a mask you hide behind?

Join certified makeup artist Melanie Spr…

Published on 2 months, 1 week ago

Ep 106: Joy Between The Sheets: Sex as Sefl-Care

Season 1 Episode 106

It's time to talk about the joy and health benefits of sex as a form of self-care!

We’re diving into why sexual wellness is a vital part of your mental and physical health, and we’re keeping it real.

I…

Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago

Ep 105: Rest, Rage, & Radical Joy: Black Wellness In A World That Won't Let Us Breathe

Season 1 Episode 105

🎙️ Episode 105: Rest, Rage & Radical Joy — Black Wellness in a World That Won’t Let Us Breathe

with special guest Dr. Sierra Carter

📅 Aired: Thursday, July 3rd, 2025

📍 Watch on drnjoylife.com/feed or…

Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago

Ep 104: Joy Is My Type

Season 1 Episode 104

Dr. Pamela Larde, The Joy Researcher herself, is back on Journey to Joy Live!

We’re talking all things JOYFULLY SINGLE by Dr. Pamela Larde from embracing your wholeness to redefining joy outside of r…

Published on 3 months ago

Ep 103: This Is Your Brain On Oppression: The Science of Racial Trauma & The Fight For Joy

Season 1 Episode 103

This Is Your Brain on Oppression: The Science of Racial Trauma & the Fight for Joy

This Juneteenth, join me this Thursday, June 19th at 7PM for a powerful convo with Dr. Negar Fani, Clinical Neuropsyc…

Published on 3 months ago

Ep 102: The Last Straw: The Mental Load & Mental Health of Single Moms

Season 1 Episode 102

I’m sure you’ve seen the new Tyler Perry movie “Straw” starring Taraji P. Henson —it struck a serious chord. Single motherhood. Eviction. Trauma. A sick child. Racist cops. Mean bosses. Barely making…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ep 101: Why Can't I Just Be Happy? The Truth About Joy & What's Blocking It

Season 1 Episode 101

Ever asked yourself, “Why can’t I just be happy?”

With special guest Dr. Ayo Gathing, Psychiatrist, Co-host of God Meets Therapy & powerhouse Wife Mom Boss, We’re breaking down what’s really standin…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ep 100: ZERO to 100: Fueling Your Journey to Joy

Season 1 Episode 100

Zero to 100: Fueling Your Journey to Joy

We’re flipping the script — not from 0 to 100 in anger, but in resilience, growth, and JOY. This episode closes out Mental Health Awareness Month with a remind…

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

Ep 99: Finding Joy In The Midst of Grief: When Joy & Pain Exist Side By Side

Season 1 Episode 99

Grief and joy can exist side by side—yes, even in the same breath. Join me and special guest Dr. Rae Lundy @theselfcaredoc for Episode 99: “Finding Joy in the Midst of Grief” We’re talking about how …

Published on 4 months ago

Ep 98: Sleeping Next To Trauma: How to Love Through The Wounds You Can't See

Season 1 Episode 98

What if the tension in your relationship isn’t about your partner… but about their pain? Or yours?

This week, I’m joined by Kaara Kiddoe, LCSW, Co-Founder of Authentic Marriage, to unpack how trauma c…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago