Tag: inspiration

Brene Brown Kicks Ass on Netflix – say adios to critics and trolls – GO GIRL!

April 19, 2019

Great presentation! Bravo Brené!! I love this: “If you are not in the arena getting your ass kicked on occasion because you were being brave, I am not interested in or open to your opinion about my work.” Hell Yeah!!! “There are millions of cheap seats in the arena. . . don’t pull that stuff from the cheap seats … More Brene Brown Kicks Ass on Netflix – say adios to critics and trolls – GO GIRL!

From Powerblind to Running Free (poster)

April 14, 2019

Richard Grannon, a fellow youtuber who helps people heal from CPTSD/CPTSR, used the word “powerblind” the other day to describe people whose unprocessed trauma keeps them stuck in their old story, preventing them from moving forward. The metaphor struck me as RIGHT ON, and I ran with it. Whenever I think of Joy-Based Living, I … More From Powerblind to Running Free (poster)

Friendship (a little poem)

April 12, 2019

No pressure to perform Easy just to be Simply enjoying the moment You and me – – – – – – – – – – – – – – – Much love, Happy D!

Invisibility Exacerbates Trauma – Let Yourself Be Seen

April 6, 2019

A few months ago, I purchased InvisiblesAnonymous.com after beginning to understand the prevalence of loneliness, trauma, and the healing power of truly being seen. Yesterday, I felt inspired to write this short essay and it was so juicy good that I wanted it to have its own unique URL: https://joybasedliving.com/invisiblesanonymous/. Fortunately, I am not invisible … More Invisibility Exacerbates Trauma – Let Yourself Be Seen

Dimes, F-Bombs and the Fountain of Youth – interview with Glenda Clemens

April 3, 2019

This was so flippin’ fun! Enjoy! Glenda’s info: http://gclemens.com FB: @AuthorGlendaClemens

Here’s a sassy song for you who are saying goodbye to crappy situations, jobs, relationships – and welcoming awesomeness!

April 2, 2019

Kinky Boots is one of my favorite movies. Yes, you can boogie! Here’s the full song: Here’s the movie clip. You’re welcome! Happy D!

Double binds suck big time – #1 solution that completely transcends and annihilates the problem

April 2, 2019

Double binds will confuse you, disarm you, disrupt your life and drain you. That is exactly what they are designed to do. Here is my perspective and experience on transcending the little f*ckers! Knock those suckers out of your life once and for all. You deserve to feel amazing! XOXO Happy D! ps. if you … More Double binds suck big time – #1 solution that completely transcends and annihilates the problem

Some days just call you to chillax and enjoy!

March 29, 2019

This week has been full to the brim and I am delighted by so many experiences that I can’t count them all. A couple of trips to Chattanooga on gorgeous spring days, meeting new people, seeing awesomeness expand and amplify in people I adore. I feel so gosh darn blessed. Thank you for being here … More Some days just call you to chillax and enjoy!

A manifesto for those who are done giving away their power

March 27, 2019

I couldn’t decide which title I liked better, I could argue strongly for both. So… here are both! You get to choose! Ah, feels so good fluffing that off of my back 🙂 Click to enlarge, print, post on your fridge.   Be blessed! Much love, Happy D! ps. If you want more, here are … More A manifesto for those who are done giving away their power

Raise your relationship standards – 64 second message – take your temperature

March 23, 2019

Raise your standards, baby! Take the temperature and adjust as needed. You deserve to feel AMAZING!!! XOXO Happy D!