Joy Found Here
stephanie martinez rivera
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Rising Above Addiction with Amanda Gorman
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07/13/21 • 47 min
Have you become more dependent on any of your anxiety-easing habits since going through a global pandemic? Maybe ... too dependent?
In this episode, I am joined by an amazing woman, Amanda Gorman. I discovered Amanda through her incredibly vulnerable blog post about recovering from marijuana addiction. When I read Amanda’s post, I knew that I had to have her as a guest to share her story. Amanda’s journey with marijuana evolved from recreationally smoking it to using it as a way to cope with anxiety and eventually led to her not being able to go a day without it. Throughout this episode, Amanda talks about her slow descent to hitting rock bottom, what her rehab experience was, and what resources have helped her along the way. Get ready to be inspired by Amanda’s recovery journey, her resilience to shame, and how she holds herself accountable.
Tune in to Episode 9 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn incredible lessons from Amanda on facing the reality of your behavioral patterns and overcoming addiction!
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- Amanda’s journey as a recovering marijuana addict (6:15)
- How marijuana can be insidious (11:02)
- About Amanda’s slow descent to hitting rock bottom (14:18)
- The rehab process that Amanda went through (19:43)
- The importance of becoming shame resilient (34:58)
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Rewriting Your Story with Rach Brooks
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06/01/21 • 43 min
Have you had to rewrite your life story?
In this episode, I am joined by Rach Brooks, a badass woman whose 'take no-bullshit' attitude and admirable openness about her journey has inspired me and will definitely inspire you. Rach is an event planner and life coach but she is so much more than that, she is also an intuitive healer, a medium, and a fantastic friend. Throughout this episode, you will hear about Rach’s struggles, triumphs, and gems of wisdom that you can apply to your own life. Rach’s life story is a prime example of the importance of awakening, awareness, and adaptability.
Tune in to Episode 3 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn about the wall that Rachel hit when she was 27 that led to her awakening and ultimately led her to rewriting her story. Enjoy!
Some Questions I Ask:
- Can you tell me about rewriting your story? (8:20)
- How do you define happy now? (20:45)
- What do you suggest for someone who doesn’t know what they want? (31:37)
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- About who Rach is and what she does (2:49)
- About the wall that Rach hit when she was 27 (15:37)
- Why our relationships are our greatest teachers (25:35)
- How your mindset influences your perspective of reality (30:35)
- The power of your subconscious brain (38:07)
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Pivoting with Purpose & Positivity with Rima Potter
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06/22/21 • 35 min
The unexpected global pandemic last year reminded the world that change is always around the corner. While we can’t prevent change, we can decide to embrace it and make the most out of it.
In this episode, I am joined by the incredible Rima Potter. Rima is a wickedly talented artist who created the Joy Found Here sign that I have next to me whenever I record. Rima is a teacher, an amazing mother, an amazing artist, author, and a valuable member of her community. Today Rima and I are talking all about pivoting and the importance of embracing the opportunities that come with inevitable change. Rima dives into her PIVOT acronym that will help you to make the most out of change, the difficulty of change, and much more to help you react to change with positivity instead of resistance.
Tune in to Episode 6 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn how to face change head-on with a positive attitude to guide you towards your purpose!
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- About Rima’s background (4:08)
- Rima’s PIVOT acronym that you can use to embrace change positively (11:32)
- To release your resistance (18:45)
- How to become aware of your resistance (23:33)
- To ignore the boxes people put you in (28:53)
- About the books that Rima has written (32:00)
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06/04/24 • 50 min
Have you ever woken up one day wanting just to pack a bag and go to see the world? What is stopping you from doing it?
After listening to today's episode, chances are you'll blow the dust from your bags, check if your passport is still valid, and whisper to yourself in a sigh, why not? Meet Heather Wick, Mom of three, the wife of a super cool husband, a Life Coach, and a world traveler. After COVID was over, and while Heather and her family planned a move from Arizona to Ohio, extraordinary circumstances conspired to create a one-year hiatus while waiting to relocate to their new house. What did they decide to do with that time? Travel.
Throughout this episode, you'll hear everything about the Wicks' 13-month journey around the world and their experiences visiting 4 continents and 22 countries. Heather shares details of how they dealt with their kids' education, their budgeting strategies, how they picked where to stay and for how long, and many other juicy details about their trip.
Tune in to Episode 160 of the Joy Found Here and get inspired by Heather's story to turn your wildest dreams into unforgettable moments for you and your family.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- About Heather, anywhere she'd like to start (3:10)
- If you had a year and didn't have to be anywhere. What would you do? (7:10)
- Where to stay and for how long when traveling? (14:00)
- Heather shares tips for traveling with small kids (24:20)
- How many bags is too many bags for a long trip? (30:50)
- What did the coming back home look like? (40:30)
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Rewire Your Brain: A Guide to Subconscious Reprogramming with Hypnotherapist Stepanka Kuralova
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12/12/23 • 53 min
What if the key to unlocking your true potential is buried in your mind?
In this episode, Stepanka Kuralova joins us to debunk the myths and misconceptions about hypnotherapy, explain how we can use it to rewire our brains, and recode the programming that keeps us trapped behind the brick wall of our fears and insecurities. Stepanka is an Intuitive Hypnotherapist and Coach, a Guide for Solopreneurs and Lightworkers, The Inner Glow Podcast Host, and a Subconscious Reprogramming Expert.
Throughout our conversation, you'll learn about Stepanka's accidental discovery of hypnotherapy, the yoga session that changed her life, and her thoughts on the power of hypnosis to improve the mind-body connection. Stepanka also debunks the myths around hypnotherapy, explains the similarities and differences between hypnotherapy and meditation, and reflects on the pros and cons of practicing hypnotherapy without a guide.
Additionally, Stepanka talks about the rehearsal technique, the Review, Recode, and Rebirth Virtual VIP Day, hypnotherapy and neuroplasticity, and much more.
Tune in to Episode 135 of the Joy Found Here and learn more about using hypnotherapy to find your way out of the forest.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- About Stepanka's accidental discovery of hypnotherapy (4:30)
- Stepanka addresses the myths and misconceptions about hypnosis (12:20)
- The differences between hypnotherapy and meditation (17:50)
- Why it would be hard to practice hypnotherapy by yourself (26:40)
- What is the rehearsal technique (31:00)
- What is the Review, Recode, and Rebirth Virtual VIP Day? (35:20)
Connect with Stepanka:
- Website
- Join her Facebook Private Group, New Earth Women
- Listen to Stepanka's The Inner Glow podcast
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Corporate America Is Finally Listening to ‘Soft Skills’—Here’s Why It Matters Now, According to a Behavioral Health Expert
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04/22/25 • 49 min
For years, Nicole Van Valen was told soft skills didn’t matter—now she’s helping top leaders rewrite the rules on resilience, burnout, and what it really takes to thrive in today’s workplace.
In today's episode, I’m joined by Nicole Van Valen, a licensed marriage and family therapist, behavioral health expert, and founder of Keane Insights—a consultancy dedicated to resilience, leadership, and joyful living. With over 25 years of experience spanning healthcare and human resources, including leadership roles at Fortune 6 companies, Nicole combines deep clinical insight with real-world corporate strategy. She’s also a dynamic speaker, coach, and the author of The Joyful Leader, a forthcoming book that explores how joy can be a transformative force for managing stress, preventing burnout, and leading with authenticity. Known for her uplifting energy and grounded wisdom, Nicole is on a mission to help people reconnect with their purpose and lead from a place of heart and intention.
Throughout this episode, Nicole brings both personal depth and professional clarity to the topic of joy as a resilience practice. She opens up about her own journey—overcoming workaholism, learning to slow down, and rediscovering joy in everyday rituals like dancing, gardening, and quiet tea breaks. Nicole also walks us through her signature “three-step model” (Discover Yourself, Design Your Landscape, Deliver on Your Goals), offering listeners a practical framework for meaningful change. Along the way, she shares behind-the-scenes moments from writing The Joyful Leader, including how she confronted her own discomfort with vulnerability to embrace joy as her leadership superpower. Through heartfelt anecdotes and actionable insights, Nicole invites us to not only reflect on what truly brings us joy—but to prioritize it, unapologetically.
Tune in as Nicole Van Valen shares how joy became her secret weapon for building resilience, setting boundaries, and leading with authenticity—plus how you can rediscover what energizes you and turn it into lasting transformation.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- Resilience reimagined: Dancing, HR, and climbing the corporate ladder (3:44)
- Redefining resilience through joy (5:32)
- Burnout, boundaries, and the joy of saying ‘no’ (10:00)
- The three-step model for sustainable joy (13:27)
- Leading with joy at work - Yes, even in corporate! (18:21)
- The book she was scared to write (19:46)
- “We’re all just people”: The human side of leadership (24:35)
- AI can’t replace this: Why human connection is the true high-value currency (27:26)
- The resilience menu: Why one size doesn’t fit all (33:11)
- Your personalized joy plan starts now (42:41)
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The 100th Time Is The Charm with Bob Rivera
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04/11/23 • 38 min
If you feel you still have gas in the tank and can keep expanding in the personal and professional fields, you are still far from being done. Age is just a number.
In this episode, I brought Bob Rivera to celebrate our 100th episode. He is a business owner, an insurance industry veteran, a singer, a father, a grandfather, a friend, and my husband. We delve into a relaxed conversation about our 40-year marriage, Bob's television appearances and auditions, and the source of his confidence to perform and speak in front of an audience.
Throughout this episode, you'll hear about Bob's many talents, unique and positive views of life, and personal and professional relationships. He talks about his love for performing and singing, how it fills him with joy, his innate ability for public speaking, and how he feels about retirement.
Additionally, you'll hear about the time we cooked for Gordon Ramsay's show, the positives and negatives of that experience, what it meant to him to become a grandfather, and more.
Tune in to Episode 100 of the Joy Found Here podcast to hear more about the show's birth and the people behind its creation.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- A bit about Bob Rivera's background (2:57)
- Bob talks about how he reacted when I decided to start the Joy Found Here podcast (6:12)
- What it takes to stand in front of an audience with confidence (10:11)
- About cooking for Gordon Ramsey's show (15:10)
- Bob talks about his second attempt to be on TV (23:35)
- Bob shares his thoughts on retirement (30:46)
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05/31/22 • 51 min
As parents, our children are our top priority. However, it IS possible to still be connected to your passions, hobbies, and overall identity outside of being an amazing parent.
In this episode, I am thrilled to be joined by Jason McCleery. Jason is a coach, podcaster, husband, and father of three who is passionate about personal development. After his children were born, Jason found himself struggling with his identity beyond “Dad” and husband, sparking the inspiration to build a community for other fathers who are feeling similar. This led Jason to creating The Epic Dad Podcast and a coaching group in which he helps other fathers who are feeling lost or stuck and rediscover their identity outside of being a father.
Throughout this episode, Jason and I talk about his journey to rediscovering his identity outside of being “Dad” to his three children and why he is passionate about helping other fathers do the same. Jason talks about the action steps he took towards transformation, why he decided to start his podcast, the parenting dynamic between him and his wife, and much more.
Tune in to Episode 55 of the Joy Found Here podcast to learn the importance for all parents, whether “Mom” or “Dad”, to rediscover their identity!
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- About Jason’s background and his passion for helping other fathers (3:20)
- The actions Jason took towards mental and physical transformation (13:54)
- Why Jason decided to start The Epic Dad podcast and his coaching group (21:45)
- The parenting dynamic between Jason and his wife (28:32)
- Some of Jason’s favorite podcast guests he has interviewed (36:34)
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The Power of 8 with Michelle Young
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06/15/21 • 43 min
Who do you have within your inner circle? Your vibe attracts your tribe and it’s no secret that the people we surround ourselves with are the most influential on our behaviors and mindset.
In this episode, I am joined by Michelle Young. Michelle is a nurse by profession and a constant student of professional development. She is a connector, attracting many different people into her circle and developing deep relationships. Given both of our passions in personal development, it’s no surprise that Michelle and I met at a positive energy group meeting and ended up in a Power of 8 group together. Today, Michelle and I are specifically talking about the book The Power of 8 and how to harness the miraculous energies of a small group. Michelle and I also talk about the power of prayer, the power of intention, the power in numbers, and the power of dedication.
Tune in to Episode 5 of The Joy Found Here podcast to learn what the Power of 8 is, the practices of the Power of 8 group Michelle and I are in together, and so much more!
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- About Michelle’s background (3:00)
- How Michelle chose her Power of 8 group (7:14)
- What the Power of 8 is (11:30)
- What the after-party moment is (23:36)
- To discover what makes you excited and joyful (34:54)
Resources Mentioned:
- Book - The Power of 8 by Lynne McTaggart
- Book - The Secret by Rhonda Byrne
- The Mindful Movement - Sara Raymond
- The Mindful Movement Group
- Port Jeff Salt Cave
- Port Jeff Salt Cave - Facebook Page
- Port Jeff Salt Cave - Instagram
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How 17 Harry Styles Concerts Helped a Corporate Lawyer turned Harry Styles Fangirl Heal Post-Divorce
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12/31/24 • 48 min
What happens when a buttoned-up corporate lawyer trades her briefcase for feather boas and embarks on a whirlwind journey of 17 Harry Styles concerts across five countries?
In today's episode, I am joined by SC Perot, a Nashville-based author, speaker and die-hard Harry Styles fangirl whose work centers on rediscovering joy and authenticity in life’s most challenging moments. SC holds a law degree from Stanford and spent years as a corporate lawyer before embarking on a transformative personal journey. Her debut book, Styles of Joy: A Feel-Good Framework for Rediscovering Joy (with a Twist!), explores the intersection of grief and joy and offers a roadmap for cultivating happiness.
Throughout this episode, SC shares her transformative journey of navigating life post-divorce, leaving her high-powered career, and rediscovering herself through unconventional joy. She recounts how listening to Harry Styles’ music during long walks became a lifeline, eventually leading her to attend 17 of his concerts in five countries. SC introduces her philosophy of joy, structured into four actionable steps: cultivate, adopt, protect, and spread joy. She emphasizes the importance of finding joy in unexpected places and challenges societal norms around happiness and judgment. SC’s anecdotes about embracing new experiences, like traveling solo and connecting with strangers, provide a blueprint for living authentically and joyfully despite life’s challenges.
Join us for episode 190 of the Joy Found Here and discover how to embrace spontaneity, find joy in unexpected places, and turn heartbreak into a journey of self-discovery.
In This Episode, You Will Learn:
- Life upended: divorce, career pivot, and starting over (2:51)
- The unexpected role of Harry Styles in healing (5:28)
- The philosophy of joy and grief (14:31)
- Permission to say yes: rediscovering spontaneity (21:27)
- Finding joy in the wild (30:13)
- The birth of Styles of Joy (40:15)
- Wrapping up: joy as a life practice (45:31)
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Podcast Q&A
Why did you start this show?
I fell in love with podcasts while working and driving an hour each way to my 9-5 ( still do) I'm a life long learner and loved hearing others people stories as I know we all have them. Right before I was turning 60 ( almost 3 years ago) I started saying I have some things to say, and I want to start a podcast - after my kids got tired of me talking about but taking no action, a course appeared in my Facebook feed (thank you Podcast Accelator) and I signed up. 135 epsiodes later!!!
What do you hope listeners gain from listening to your show?
My hope each week is for the right person who needs to hear what my guests are talking about - that it resonates with them...validating their feelings or giving them hope becasue everything is possible
Which episode should someone start with?
hard to pick one but here goes - episode 117 - how to cahnge your world thru self compassion with Rita Desnoyers Garcia
Which have been your favourite episodes so far?
many are my favs but please check out episode 92 - Self Love Reconnect with your true self through your dreams with Roz Clark as well as episode 51 Empowering new voices thru podcasting with Ginni Saraswati, one of my idols and mentors
Which episode are you most proud of?
love them all - can't choose so follow and start binging to catch up
What is your vision for your show?
I'm planning on adding video in 2024 with a you tube channel and I'd like to host more in person interviews as well
What is your favourite other podcast that isn't yours?
so many..my og's are Armchair expert with Dax and Monica, Smartless, Brene Brown when she was recording, On purpose with JAy Shetty, Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin and any pod that has Rick Rubin as a guest, he is amazing, School of Greatness, Lewis Howes, The goaldigger podcast with Jenna Kutcher, All the Hacks with Chris Hutchins, Slo Mo with MoGawdat and I'll stop with Young and Profiting with Hala Taha..thats just a few
How did you come up with the name for your podcast?
I was in the middle of a melt down as my original name was taken after doing a late search...so once the tears stopped I asked my myself what do I want to tell them, Joy came up right away then eventually as I wirting random words, Joy Found Here appeared on the page and I knew that would be the one
Tell us a bit about yourself
Beach and sunset loving mama bear of 3 amazing adults, "Lovey" to a beautiful grandson, wife of 40 years to a guy who still makes me laugh every day. I'm a lover of life and laughing. I'm a firm believer that we all need grace and treat ourselves kinder. Always remember to celebrate the win and look for the rainbow after the rain. I'm a good friend and a very good listener, ready to share all the lessons I have learned so far. Always looking forward to making new connections
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FAQ
How many episodes does Joy Found Here have?
Joy Found Here currently has 211 episodes available.
What topics does Joy Found Here cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Mental Health, Podcasts and Relationships.
What is the most popular episode on Joy Found Here?
The episode title 'Rising Above Addiction with Amanda Gorman' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Joy Found Here?
The average episode length on Joy Found Here is 46 minutes.
How often are episodes of Joy Found Here released?
Episodes of Joy Found Here are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Joy Found Here?
The first episode of Joy Found Here was released on Apr 27, 2021.
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