Send us a text ENOUGH is ENOUGH!! In this episode Lauren and Mark get vulnerable. We share how we problem solve and shift some patterns and behaviors that have been creating Joy Crushers for the entire family. This wasn't an easy conversation to have with each other because it brought up some difficult feelings, however we know that in order for us to be a better couple and family some things had to shift! We look forward to hearing our take-away on this episode!! Drive-A-Logue link: https://dri...
Nov 03, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text "Color is like a shot of caffeine for the eyes." In this episode I talk about how we can create bursts of JOY with color. In the book Joyful , Ingrid Fetell Lee discusses how color can be used in all areas of our lives to create JOY. Listen in while I share why color creates JOY and how to incorporate it into your home or work life for more Bursts of JOY in your Daily Life. Joyful by Ingrid Fetell Lee: https://www.amazon.com/Joyful-Surprising-Ordinary-Extraordinary-Happiness/dp/03...
Oct 20, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 14
Send us a text In this episode, Addison, Mark, and I sit down to discuss a situation that occurred and how Addison took action to create JOY for herself. We can either sit and wallow in our sorrow and sadness or we can do something about it. It isn't always cut and dry but there is always something we can do to create JOY at the moment. Addison stepped out of her comfort zone and TOOK ACTION to create JOY for herself in a disappointing situation. Lauren's Book, My Dad Died From ALS and How I Fou...
Oct 06, 2022•12 min•Season 1Ep. 13
Send us a text Here is the 2nd episode in the series called Joy Creators. In this episode, I talk about visualization and how it can be used to create JOY. It is similar to savoring experiences which was discussed on episode 10. If you missed that one, go back and listen to it. Visualizing is another simple strategy one can put into place that will create JOY. You will learn: What visualization is Why people use it How you can use it to create JOY Some examples of how others have used it This st...
Sep 22, 2022•10 min•Season 1Ep. 12
Send us a text This episode explains a situation that happened last week. Hunter had to get STITCHES which took him out of football. We sit and talk about the feelings this brought up. Was it anxiety or worry? Maybe both? This was definitely a JOY CRUSHING moment for all of us! Listen in while we explain the difference between anxiety and worry, how we deal with these feelings, and why it is important for parents to not fix everything, but instead, acknowledge their children's feelings and let t...
Sep 08, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text This episode marks a new series called Joy Creators. In these episodes, I will share a strategy one can put into place that will create JOY. Some strategies are simple and can be executed quickly, others may take a bit more time. First, you will hear a quick recap of episode #9 on Family Joy Crushers and how our action steps have been going. The remainder of the episode is strategy number 1, called "Savoring Experiences". Why not start off with a BANG? This is one of the ultimate ...
Aug 25, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text In this episode, our 14-year-old daughter calls her Dad and me out on something that causes a JOY CRUSHER in our family. We call things that crush our joy, JOY CRUSHERS. She has never told us this before. We had an open conversation with our two children on this JOY CRUSHER, why this CRUSHER happens, and what we will do differently so it doesn't keep happening. Listen to this transparent conversation with our children and what ACTION STEPS we ALL put in place to change this all to...
Aug 11, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text In this episode we share in detail: What the 1-10 scale is. How we have used it for decision making as a couple. How the children could use it for decision making for themselves, with each other, or within our family. Action steps on practicing with the scale! Lauren's Book, My Dad Died From ALS and How I Found Joy 30 Years Later https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2J15M3Z CONNECT WITH LAUREN AND HER FAMILY Email: [email protected] IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurensdailyjoy/ FB: http...
Jul 28, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text In this episode we recap how our last few weeks have been while implementing our active listening action steps. We even take it a step further. Find out what is going well and what our next steps are. Plus...hear a brief intro about the strategy we will be sharing with our children in E8 (in two weeks from when this is published). The strategy is the 1-10 scale. You will hear how Mark and I have used it with decision making and why we will be introducing it to our kids. Lauren's B...
Jul 14, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text SPECIAL GUESTS: My niece Toni and her boyfriend Austin. Being in their early 20's they will share how they view: Joy What brings them JOY What takes them out of JOY How they get back to JOY Hear what they have to say about social media, how it affects joy, and how "being in the moment" is essential to joy. This episode is very valuable and enlightening not only for our children and young adults, but for all of us. I learned so much and we hope you do too! Lauren's Book, My Dad Die...
Jun 30, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text What is active listening? What are our positive active listening behaviors? What are our negative active listening behaviors? Action steps we will put in place for ourselves to create better communication between us. Actions steps you can put in place for better communication. Lauren's Book, My Dad Died From ALS and How I Found Joy 30 Years Later https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2J15M3Z CONNECT WITH LAUREN AND HER FAMILY Email: [email protected] IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurensd...
Jun 16, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text What are Powerful Moments? Why are they important? Hear some examples from the book The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan Heath Addison shares how she created a powerful moment for a teacher. Hunter shares how he created a powerful moment for a stranger. How can you create powerful moments for your family, friends, colleagues, etc? The Power of Moments by Chip and Dan Heath https://www.amazon.com/The-Power-of-Moments-audiobook/dp/B074TZFTDG/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3G2SU6A2CAIKG&keyword...
Jun 02, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text How do you wake up your children every morning? How do you wake yourself up every morning? Depending how one wakes up, can create the way the day starts. THIS EPISODE is led by Addison our 14 year old and we talk about: How we wake up her and her brother If they like how we wake them up? How do we, her parents, wake up in the mornings. What creates a positive wake up and a negative wake up What we all might do differently One action step CONNECT WITH LAUREN AND HER FAMILY Email: l...
May 19, 2022•21 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text How does MUSIC bring one JOY? IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Benefits of music How we have used music to: Lift a family member up Start our day joyfully Alleviate a long car ride What have we tried that has worked? What have we tried that has failed? One action step CONNECT WITH LAUREN AND HER FAMILY Email: [email protected] IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurensdailyjoy/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/laurensdailyjoy Drive-A-Logue link: https://drivealogue.com/?sca_ref=4141865.xLT...
May 05, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text What does Navigating JOY Together Mean? IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: What navigating JOY together means to each one of us Things we do in our family to navigate JOY What makes it hard to find JOY together How we create JOY for ourselves of family members Our intent of doing this podcast One action step CONNECT WITH LAUREN Email: [email protected] IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurensdailyjoy/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/laurensdailyjoy Drive-A-Logue link: https://drivealogue....
Apr 21, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Send us a text Drive-A-Logue link: https://drivealogue.com/?sca_ref=4141865.xLTkWKLvJW Put NJT in the coupon box for a 20% discount! Lauren's Book, My Dad Died From ALS and How I Found Joy 30 Years Later https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B2J15M3Z CONNECT WITH LAUREN AND HER FAMILY Email: [email protected] IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurensdailyjoy/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/lauren.g.raymond...
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