Episode 60: "Smiling's My Favorite!"
/In this episode, we’ll find out why smiling is better than chocolate, figure out to be proactive when it comes to stressors, and you’ll hear what makes Betsey’s Christmas tree unique.
Episode 59: Keeping Calm & Loving Family
/In this episode, we’ll hear how to anticipate but not worry about stressful holiday events, ways to fine-tune our listening skills, and you’ll find out why Ruth loves pie cherries!
Episode 58: Gracious Under Pressure
/In this episode, we’ll tackle how to have poise during challenging scenarios (hello school drop-off line), find out what to do when a co-worker is driving you crazy and utilize the 50% rule to mark off our “mom wins”!
Episode 57: Head Held High
/In this episode, we’ll define and explore ways to have poise, hear how a listener deals with difficult customers at work, and we’ll revisit my love for old Hollywood glam.
15 Common Cognitive Distortions
Polish Your Poise by Jennifer L. Scott
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‘Who You Say I Am’ by Hillsong
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My favorite Grace Kelly & Audrey Hepburn movies:
Dial ‘M’ For Murder
Rear Window
To Catch a Thief
Breakfast at Tiffany’s
Roman Holiday
Wait Until Dark
Episode 56: Finding Your Quiet Place
/In this episode, we’ll discover another powerful way to step into joy, find out why we need quiet sometimes, and you’ll hear why I love a crunchy, curry-flavored snack so much.
Episode 55: Stepping Into Joy
/In this episode, we’ll hear about my recent front porch experience, discuss how to make it easier to walk IN joy, and we’ll learn the surprising benefits of crying (trust me, it’s amazing).
Episode 54: From Aussie Coasts to Hawaiian Shores, Part 2
/In this episode we’ll continue diving deep into what it means to walk in confident joy even through difficult times, what it means to zoom out of your circumstance, and hear how Airpods and a certain piece of jewelry have enhanced Fiona’s life.
Verses About Joy
Psalm 4:6-8
Psalm 16:11
Psalm 71:23
Psalm 92:4-5
Proverbs 15:23
Isaiah 35:10
James 1:2-3
Romans 14:17
Romans 15:13
Hebrews 12:2
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To study more about joy:
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Episode 53: From Aussie Coasts to Hawaiian Shores, Part 1
/In this episode, we’ll hear about daily life with four daughters, find out what it’s really like to live in Hawaii, and hear how a Greek word has helped Fiona stay encouraged and focused on what matters.
Rend Collective “Joy of the Lord”
10 verses to meditate on:
Psalm 16:11
Psalm 32:11
Psalm 30:5
Proverbs 15:23
John 15:11
Romans 5:1-5
Romans 15:13
Galatians 5:22-23
James 1:2-3
Hebrews 12:2
See Blue Letter Bible to dive in deeper to word meanings!
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Episode 52: The Tuscan Way Meets the PNW, Part 2
/In this episode, we’ll wrap up our discussion of Tuscan inspiration for our lives and homes, hear about an epic racing tradition, and discover how a simple pancake brunch helped us savor our Saturday.
The Wisdom of Tuscany by Ferenc Mate
What is the Tiny House Movement?
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Jonathan’s favorite things:
Thoroughbred Daily News on Instagram
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Episode photo cred: www.simpsontravel.com/italy/tuscany
Episode 51: The Tuscan Way Meets the PNW, Part 1
/In this episode, we’ll revisit the Tuscan way of life, dive deeper into how to welcome a slower pace, and you’ll hear why I like iced coffee drinks year round.
Episode 50: Fresh Flowers, Warm Baguettes, and a Parisian Waltz
/In this episode, we’ll take a mental stroll down the streets of rural France, learn how to incorporate the power of scent in our daily lives, and discover ways to bring French charm into our world.
Episode 49: Bringing in French Charm
/In this episode, we’ll find out ways to add French charm to our lives and homes, hear about the highlights of growing up in the Alsace region and the difference between a true French éclair vs what we have here!
Episode 48: Coolest House on the Block
/In this episode, we’ll make a case for knowing your neighbors, explore ways to make your home more inviting, and you’ll hear why I think you should temporarily boycott Pinterest before having a family over to your house (trust me!).
Episode 47: Saying No to Say Yes
/In this episode, we’ll find out why it’s good to check your motivation for saying yes, discover how too many activities actually affects our kids, and we’ll hear some more wisdom about living long from one of my favorite books.
Episode 46: Wave Goodbye to Mom Guilt!
/In this episode, we’ll talk about the pressure we face as mamas and how not to give into guilt, share fun summer highlights, and hear how new window sill paint can be a great source of joy (really!).
The Four Hour Work Week by Timothy Ferriss
Letter to Working Mothers: Stop Feeling So Guilty by Margie Warrell
Top 7 Mommy Guilt Trips and How to Handle Them by Evonne Lack
Why All of This Mom Guilt? By Jennifer S. White (article originally from Huffington Post but link now appears to be broken!)
Episode 45: Back in the Saddle Again
/In this episode, we’ll get excited for the new school year, figure out why the process of horse training has some wisdom for us mamas, and how the classic children’s book Brown Bear, Brown Bear… is bringing me great joy these days.
Episode 44: The ABCs for Mamas, Part 2
/In this episode, we’ll keep talking about how to easily remember to pray for our kids throughout the day, hear an incredible schedule tip from Joy’s mama, and hear why it may be wise to quit something on a Thursday.
Episode 43: The ABCs for Mamas, Part 1
/In this episode, we’ll chat about the essentials for mamas (much like our own school supply list), explore why we should create a quiet ‘mom corner,’ and you’ll hear how my lightbulb moment around doing the dishes created more peace with my kids.
Get in touch with Joy! Email: jnjdombrow@gmail.com
Episode 42: Go Outside: O Canada Edition
/In this episode, we’ll chat about all things Canadian, including my recent camping adventure with my cousins, and you’ll find out my favorite Canadian treats, including the random (but delicious) dill pickle chips.
The 4-Hour Workweek by Timothy Ferriss
5 Things That Make Canada a Very Different Place to Work Than the U.S.
Blue Zones: Lessons For Living Longer From the People Who Have Lived the Longest by Dan Buettner
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Episode 41: Go Outside: The Case for Saturday Adventures
/In this episode, we’ll dive deeper into what it looks like to go on Saturday adventures as a family, and how to go about planning them hear a million reasons why we all thrive outside including a surprising benefit to our sleep, and you’ll hear my friend’s genius idea for a birthday party gift.