The Joy Junkie Show

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/79 When you find yourself super upset with someone in your life, it can be very challenging to communicate in an effective way. Many people simply communicate (a.k.a. fight) by screaming their heads off, hurling insults, and wonder why they aren’t getting their... The post How to Disagree + Argue with Grace + Kindness [TJJS:EP079] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/78 No matter how grounded you are in your own personal growth, there are undoubtedly times of hardship that you have or will go through that prove extremely challenging and trying. So what is an evolved spirit to do when shit seriously hits... The post 6 Ways to Win at Life When Shit Hits the Fan (A.k.a. Dealing with Hardship) [TJJS:EP078] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/77 Find yourself wishing that you and your partner had a richer connection, but have no idea how to create deeper intimacy? Many people don’t take the path towards intimacy… the path of true vulnerability. It can be so much easier to keep... The post 4 Ways to Increase Intimacy in Your Relationship [TJJS:EP077] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/76 Ever find yourself stalling on goals because you feel muddled and lack clarity? It can be such a challenge to figure out exactly what you want, why you want it, and if you’re really doing this “thing” for the right reasons. In... The post 5 Steps to Gaining Clarity on Damn-Near Anything [TJJS:EP076] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/75 We all know that in order to have a great relationship it’s necessary to work on solid communication, work through our differences of opinion, and spend quality time together. But, what about the things that we often overlook that contribute to a... The post 6 Relationship Killers & How to Avoid Them [TJJS:EP075] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/74 Ever feel like you know exactly what your *supposed* to do to get over an ex, start a new biz, get in shape, etc, but find yourself sabotaging all your efforts to create what you really want in your life? Congrats. You... The post Help! I Self-sabotage! [TJJS:EP074] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/73 Ever find your heart breaking because you see your partner going through such a tough time and you can’t, for the life of you, figure out how to support them or help them through this rough patch? In this episode Amy digs... The post Supporting a Partner Who is in a Funk [TJJS:EP073] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/71 We know that communication is a major factor in the success of a relationship, but what is one to do if your spouse refuses to communicate or seems very uncomfortable with speaking candidly? Another great listener suggestion, in this episode, Amy addresses... The post How to Communicate with a Passive Spouse [TJJS:EP071] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/70 Have you ever found yourself in a personal-growth growth spurt… flying high on your personal power, learning new tools to battle fear and negativity, and having lots of light-bulb moments only to find yourself soon slip off the personal development band wagon... The post Navigating the Ups & Downs of Personal Growth [TJJS:EP070] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/69 Ever find yourself in a situation where someone you love dearly is in (what you perceive to be) a toxic relationship? Feel like your hands are tied in trying to show your loved one what is possible if they choose to stop... The post When Someone You Love is in a Shitty Relationship [TJJS:EP069] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/68 Ever wonder if there is free pass to tell a white lie? Is it ever okay to not be completely truthful? Okay to withhold information? This week’s topic comes to you courtesy of another listener who wants to know, “Is it ever... The post The Low-Down on Honesty [TJJS:EP068] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/67 Fabulous topic submission from a listener! It’s a massive misconception that sexual connection and chemistry must ALWAYS be organic. Sometimes people who are majorly connected in many areas still struggle with their sex life. What is one to do if you dig... The post What to Do When You Are Not Sexually Attracted to Your Partner [TJJS:EP067] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/66 Another great topic suggestion from a pod listener! If you have listened to self-help podcasts or read personal development books or blogs, chances are, you have stumble upon a certain vernacular; a language used to describe the journey of learning about and... The post What it Means to “Show Up” [TJJS:EP066] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/65 We’ve all heard the popular phrase and song lyric, “All you need is love”, but how factual is this statement really? Not very. In this episode, Amy explains why being soul-mates or being madly in love with each other doesn’t always equal... The post Why “All You Need Is Love” Is Bullshit [TJJS:EP065] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/64 It’s not uncommon to hear personal development experts talk about doing things “that light you up”. But, what if you don’t know what lights you up or don’t even know what that phrase means? Perhaps you know you want to be happy,... The post How-the-Hell to Find “Your Joy” a.k.a. How to Be Happy [TJJS:EP064] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/63 Even though it’s somewhat taboo, many people in marriages or committed relationships find themselves seriously attracted to other people at some point during their relationship. This often spurs thoughts about being a bad person, a horrible spouse, or thinking that something is... The post Holy Shit. I’m Married & Attracted to Someone Else [TJJS:EP063] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/62 Another awesome suggestion from a listener! If you’ve been telling yourself, “Man, I really need to get in shape” or “I really need to start working out”, but have failed to do anything about it, this episode is a must listen. In... The post 6 Steps to Becoming Physically Fit [TJJS:EP062] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/61 Ever wonder if it’s actually possible to have a thriving marriage (or relationship) AND dedicate yourself to raising amazing children at the same time? If you’re like most people, chances are, your marriage takes a backseat to all things child-rearing, leaving you... The post Childolatry: Why Parenthood Today Kills Relationships & What to Do About It [TJJS:EP061] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/60 Ever wonder why you keep putting things off to the last minute… especially things you really DO want to accomplish? Ever find yourself avoiding shit you KNOW will make a huge difference in your life if you simply buckle down and get... The post Putting Shit Off: 5 Reasons Why You Procrastinate [TJJS:EP060] appeared first on .

    www.TheJoyJunkie.com/59 Dealing with challenging and sensitive issues with your partner are tough enough, not to mention figuring out HOW to effectively get your point across. Often, we are so attached to what we THINK our partner’s response will be, that we enter into... The post Relationship Agenda: a.k.a. When You Want Your Partner to See it Your Way [TJJS:EP059] appeared first on .