The Joyfulicity Podcast
Let's face it - in a world full of pain and troubles, couldn't we all use a little (or a lot) more joy? But how do we find it, keep it and share it? We'll dig in on that and explore it together here, on the Joyfulicity podcast. What is Joyfulicity? It's my made-up word for the art of living happy. I'm your host Laura Wakefield, a single mother of 9, certified midlife discovery life coach, writer, travel host and yoga and beach lover. Dedicated to helping others discover and maintain greater peace and personal empowerment. Dare to Dream - Plan to Play - Live to Learn. Here's to living life with a smile.
Episodes
43 episodes
Taming the Bully
Have you ever had a bully that picked on you in school or in the workplace? I had a few notable ones that I'll be telling you about in this episode Bullies can make our lives very uncomfortable can't they? Pushing us around and put...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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30:22
Joyfully Bohemian
What does it mean to be a modern day bohemian? Well...in essence it means whatever you decide it means. That's pretty much the point of it. Why do I identify myself as one? Art, travel, nature. Freedom of thought and generosity to name a few of...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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21:32
Priscilla Yocum - Sorted Bliss Home Organizing
Ready to start the new year off right, and feeling the call toward cleaning out and getting organized at home? Priscilla Yocum, of Sorted Bliss, is a professional home organizer that's here to tell us how to create systems that simplify and ord...
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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1:01:13
Joy to the World
One of the most popular Christmas songs is called "Joy to the World." This week on the podcast I'm talking about what that means to me, and what my personal theme for 2024 will be. (the original taping of this episode was in December 2023.)&nbs...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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18:43
Sue Weldon - Founder of Unite for HER
This week I am honored to have as my guest Sue Weldon, founder of Unite for HER, a non-profit dedicated to providing need based supplementary services to people undergoing treatment for breast and ovarian cancers. During her own treatme...
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Episode 39
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42:31
Confessions of a Badass Woman
Someone told me once that I was a badass woman and I laughed. I mean...I guess I know what they were trying to say to me. Like a hug and a high five for getting up every day to slay the dragons of single parenthood and all that goes with that. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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12:11
John Calabrese - Dance Dad, Caregiver, and Ultramarathon Adventurer
My special guest this week is John Calabrese - dance dad, caregiver, and ultramarathon adventurer. John has such an infectiously positive personality. I know you'll enjoy getting to know him and be inspired by his dedication. Not many p...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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49:57
What You Do is Not Who You Are
When you ponder the question "Who am I?" what comes up for you? I suspect first off will be a list of things that you DO. Or titles that you hold. But is that really the essence of who you are at your deepest core? In ...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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21:13
Christine Benjamin - SHARE Cancer Support
This week on the podcast my special guest is Christine Benjamin - Vice President of education and patient support at SHARE Cancer Support. Christine candidly and compassionately shares with me her personal journey with breast cancer and the mis...
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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58:18
Turning Off the Alarm
AARRGGHH! The jarring sound of the alarm going off in the morning. Wouldn't it feel great if you could just turn off al of the alarms in your life? Both literally and figuratively? Maybe you can. Let's talk about it. <...
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Episode 34
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24:08
Campbell Will - Teaching the Art and Science of Breath.
My guest on today's episode is Campbell Will. Campbell is a physiotherapist who specializes in teaching the art and science of breath. He is extremely knowledgeable. I learned so much during this interview. Breathing seems so fundamenta...
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Episode 33
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1:04:02
Spread Too Thin
When icing a cake, it's important to use the right amount of frosting. If you try to spread it too thin it's just...well...not as good. In this episode I'm talking about how this same principle applies to our lives too. Check ou...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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20:13
Casey Stevens - Radical Transformations Through Conscious Awakening
My guest this week is Casey Stevens - spiritual psychologist: clinically trained, mystically guided. Casey helps her clients heal and awaken to their true natures through a combination of traditional psychology methods and modalities stemming f...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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55:15
Free Up Space
In this episode Im talking a little bit about the lessons I have learned from preparing for my personal house downsize. But also about scaling back and freeing up space in other areas of life too. Scheduling, emotional, and energe...
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Season 1
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Episode 30
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22:51
Lee Zuniss - Coactive Life Coach & Microdose Guide
My special guest on this episode is Lee Zuniss. Our topic? Psychedelics.Micro-dosing to be more specific. With all of the celebrities, and now even many mainstream doctors, touting its benefits, I know I was curious to find out what all...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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52:01
It's OK to Say YES!
When did pleasure become a dirty word? If it feels good - don't do it? It's true that rampant, irresponsible chasing after sensory indulgence can be dangerous. The out-of-control societal problems with obesity and sexually transmitted d...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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21:55
Ashley Carlotta - Better Health by Accountability
My special guest on this episode is Ashley Carlotta - Better Health by Accountability. Have you ever found yourself in a similar cycle as mine? You want to lose weight or improve your fitness and health in some way...so you set a g...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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1:00:42
Analysis Paralysis
In this episode I will be talking about "analysis paralysis." Those times when you get caught up in a loop, thinking things through from every possible angle to be sure you are making the right decision. Then going over and over it, again and a...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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26:18
Danny Rongo - That Oneness Guy
My special guest on this episode is Danny Rongo, affectionately known by his friends and followers as That Oneness Guy. We will be talking about his views on the concept of oneness, insights he has learned during his personal battle wit...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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51:00
Erik Carpenter - Culture Coach
My guest today is Erik Carpenter. Erik is a culture coach and my dear friend. We're talking about business culture coaching, believing in your dreams, and stepping into the most authentic version of YOU! Follow Erik on Instagram...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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55:56
Start with the Values
When you're caught up in the stress of the hustle and day-to-day living, it's not always as simple as just deciding to slow down. Sometimes it takes a shift in your entire way of thinking. It all begins with truly defining yo...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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23:08
Kyle Willis - Author of "Jason Phoenix and the Demon Lamp."
My guest on this episode is Kyle Willis, author of "Jason Phoenix and the Demon Lamp." This is Kyle's first novel (Youth Fiction) but I'm sure it won't be his last. Tune in to learn more about his inspiration for the story, his writing ...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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42:39
Being "Nice" Isn't Always Nice
I'd like to think that most people that know me would say that I was a nice person. Kindness is something I deeply value and try to embody in the way I interact with others. But sometimes the desire to be perpetually "nice" can lead to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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9:28
Celine Kheir -Spiritual Life Coach and Author
My guest this week is spiritual life coach and author Celine Kheir.Celine specializes in empowering women and healing through the body, mind, and soul connections. On this episode we talk about self-care, decluttering, and becoming the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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56:38
Rechelle Conde-Nau - Pocaster, Blogger & Confidence Coach
My special guest on today's episode is Rechelle Conde-Nau. Rechelle is a blogger, podcaster, and confidence coach focused on helping others to overcome fears in order to discover and become who they already are. I was privileged to be a guest&n...
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Episode 19
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43:54
