Welcome to the first full episode in season 4 of the Joy Anyhow podcast! How many of us have worked in joyful places? Have you given thought to what it means and what it takes to lead joyfully? Take some time to listen to coach, facilitator, leader and author Marguerite Orane, as she talks with me about her journey to leading and living with joy. If you want to learn more about Marguerite's work or connect with her, check her out at margueriteorane.com

It's season 4 and I'm ready to get back to it!! Hard to believe this it the fourth season of the podcast, especially because I wasn't quite sure I would resume after taking a much needed pause. However, the podcast is still speaking to my heart...maybe now more than ever...so get ready for a season of great conversation with wise women, tools and resources for harnessing your own joy anyhow and some exciting announcements about gatherings.

May we all be well and may joy be our anchor in liberation.

Allyson Sutkowi-Hemstreet closes out season 3 with a full hour of wisdom on living joyfully anyhow informed by her personal and professional journeys. Drop in for an hour filled with laughter, contemplation and sage advice that will stay with you long after the episode is complete!

In Episode 3, Demarra West brings so much light and laughter that I dare you not to laugh along, while you also absorb deep wisdom and lean into her invitation to self-transformation. Take a walk outside or just sit still while you listen to Demarra talk about curiosity, authenticity, rest, purpose and finding joy in the mundane. Listen deeply and share widely. May joy be our anchor in liberation.

I never get tired of hearing women talking about supporting women! Twyler Jenkins brings all the love, positive energy and candor to this conversation as she opens up about: faith as her joy anchor; trials she has faced in her life; finding a path forward in the most difficult times; how she claims and reclaims joy daily; and why/how she has committed to helping other women "live a life that is abundant, and not just in prosperity, but in joy and peace and happiness and love". Don't miss it!

I find it unbelievable that it is fall already! I am so glad to be back in tune with this podcast...been away for several months tending to family needs. It feels like a gift to be able to offer another season of wise women wisdom on finding and holding onto joy in the midst of any storm. Be sure to listen to the podcast throughout September, October and November for beautiful conversations with beautiful humans. May joy be our anchor in liberation.

OOOOOHHHH!!! Please don't miss this closing episode for season 6. Dr. Saint-Hilaire brings it home with a BEAUTIFUL conversation infused with her insightful and awe-inspiring writing. She generously shares seasoned wisdom on mothering, patient care and living your most joyful life born from both personal and professional struggles and celebrations. I hope this is soul nourishing for you.

In Season 2, Episode 5, my guest Michelle Wimes generously and lovingly shares so much of herself as she explains how joy is an expression of who she is and how she experiences life. Listen in to hear her talk about the importance of community, connection, empathy and caring for herself as she navigates personal struggles, as well as struggles at work and in the world, and unapologetically embraces her joy journey, anyhow.