Can you remember times when you’ve experienced pure joy? Martha recalls some key moments that led her to make joy her strategy for living, and she’s talking about it in this episode of The Gathering Room. The dictionary defines a strategy as “a plan of action or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim." We all want to experience joy, and yet we h ... Show More
Dec 2024
Why Joy is Your Secret Superpower (and How to Unlock It Every Day)
So, what if joy wasn’t just a feel-good bonus, but a real superpower you could tap into every day? In this episode, we’re diving into why joy is way more than just a passing mood—it’s a powerful tool that can actually help you handle stress, build resilience, and find meaning, ev ... Show More
24m 57s
May 2025
How Appreciation Creates Joy
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or just not as happy as you used to be, the fastest path back to joy might be simpler than you think — it starts with appreciation. In this heart-opening episode, Brendon Burchard reveals how intentional appreciation can immediate ... Show More
23m 6s
Jan 2025
179. Finding Positive in Negative Emotions: Communication, Happiness & Wellbeing
<p><em>A double definition of happiness — and how to cultivate both parts.</em></p><p><br></p><p>The new year gives us an opportunity to reflect on who we are and who we want to be. As we set resolutions and prepare for evolutions, this special four-part series on communication, ... Show More
23m 57s
Jul 2024
#320 - CALM CLINICIAN SERIES: The Simplest Shift That Will Amplify Your Presence
<p>Have you ever felt like you’re constantly running on empty, even during your downtime? Today, Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy talks about the struggle many high achievers face. Through a personal story from a vacation where relaxation seemed impossible, she uncovers the first step toward ... Show More
23m 17s
Mar 2025
Building Joy Through Connection & Service
Feeling unfulfilled, disconnected, or stuck in the routine of daily life? True joy doesn’t come from achievements alone—it’s built through connection, generosity, and service to others. In this episode, Brendon Burchard shares how anchoring yourself in the joy of serving, showing ... Show More
25m 52s
Dec 2024
How to Cultivate Joy on Your Team
Software executive Richard Sheridan argues that one key quality is missing from too many workplaces today: joy. As CEO of Menlo Innovations, an enterprise software company based in Michigan, Sheridan deliberately focuses on cultivating joy in his company. His 2018 book, Chief Joy ... Show More
29m 39s
<p>In this episode of Heal Your Heartbreak, I'm thrilled to welcome the wonderful SC Perot, the author of "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Styles-Joy-Feel-Good-Framework-Rediscovering/dp/1637633459" rel="" target="_blank">Styles of Joy</a>." We dive into SC's incredible story of ... Show More