the good stuff AND the hard stuff at Joy-Based Living

It’s hard to feel joyful when inner shackles keep you small. That’s why I’m so dedicated to helping people set themselves free! This video explains some of the hard stuff that’s part of the journey. The first rule in the art of war is to know thine enemy. But what if the enemy is you? … More the good stuff AND the hard stuff at Joy-Based Living

Creative language to replace swear words – fudgey words for every lion pride

We want you to have as much peace, ease and love in your homes during this time of uncertainty and transition. We know you want that too. We also know that with stress often comes cussing. And kids getting into trouble. And we REALLY don’t want that! Regardless of your personal values and opinions about … More Creative language to replace swear words – fudgey words for every lion pride

Love, blessings and prayers of wellbeing for all

I just wanted to let you all know that I’m thinking about you and sending good thoughts your way. In Walmart today, though the store wasn’t very busy, many of the shelves were empty. People are feeling afraid. I get it. While fear can gain its own momentum, so can the choice to think a … More Love, blessings and prayers of wellbeing for all

Fuck Normal. Spirituality, trauma and peak performance.

Trauma. Spirituality. Peak Performance. These are my areas of expertise, and they are all strangely and magically intertwined. The more I learn about one, the more the other 2 make sense. The more I help someone strengthen one, the stronger the other 2 become in their lives. Imagine an Olympic hopeful. She has a mental … More Fuck Normal. Spirituality, trauma and peak performance.

Living with narcissistic abuse – resources for healing – response to a reader

If you or someone you care about is living with narcissistic abuse, the very best thing you can do is educate yourself. This video is a response to a reader who wrote: I have been living with a narcissistic person for 53 years . . . I just want to know how to live with … More Living with narcissistic abuse – resources for healing – response to a reader

Embody Honor: Feed the COW

In Practice #2 of the Joy-Based Living Beginner’s Guide, we “Feed the COW” – Container of Worthiness – by noticing moments of HONOR. Specifically noticing the embodied sensation YOU experience when you witness HONOR or act honorably. There are so many advantages to this practice, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, psychologically, relationally. You’ll find yourself making better choices and experiencing more … More Embody Honor: Feed the COW

Pioneers in Flight

This is who we are at Joy-Based Living… we are pioneers in flight. We are leaving behind the old ways of being, and heralding a new and more conscious way of living and relating. True abundance (health, wealth and love, lived in JOY) is NEW to humanity. That’s good news, right? Well, maybe… Unfamiliarity creates fear*, … More Pioneers in Flight

MindBody Code – Sequence of Study

Hello Friends! For the last couple of years, I have recommended Dr. Mario Martinez’s ideas and practices to just about everyone I know. From the very first time I heard him speak about woundings and healing fields (in an audio interview), I knew he would be an awesome teacher for me. He offers clear answers to some of my … More MindBody Code – Sequence of Study