Road to SoulJoy Wellness

Not Everyone Deserves a Seat: Curating Your Friendship Circle Ep. 18

Joy and Nadine have an insightful conversation about cultivating meaningful friendships and the evolution of relationships over time. They explore the concept of "take-along" friends who remain constants through life's changes.

Key Takeaways:

• True friendships are cultivated over time through shared experiences and being present for each other.
• Not everyone deserves a seat at the table of your life - be selective about your inner circle.
• Friendships naturally evolve as interests and life stages change, without needing an official "break-up."
• Common interests and respect are foundations for forming new friendships as an adult.
• The quantity of new friends may lessen over time, but quality connections can still be made through shared pursuits.

Quote of the Day: 

"The older I get, the more I realize the value of privacy, of cultivating your circle and only letting certain people in. You can be open, honest, and real while still understanding not everyone deserves a seat at the table of your life." - Author Unknown

Word of the Day:

"Some friends play at friendship, but a true friend sticks closer than one's nearest kin." - Proverbs 18:24 (NRSV)

Chapters:

0:00 - 3:27 The concept of "take-along" friends who remain constants

3:28 - 4:12 Quotes on true friendship and cultivating your circle

4:13 - 6:54 Evolving friendships and social media's impact

6:55 - 10:23 Actively breaking up with friends vs natural evolution  

10:24 - 14:06 Common interests as a basis for adult friendships

14:07 - 16:44 Making new friends through shared pursuits and life stages

16:45 - 20:26 Quantity of friends lessening over time 

20:27 - 27:33 Cultivating an inner support circle and wrap-up

Call to Action:

• Nurture the "take-along" friendships that have withstood the test of time.
• Be intentional about who has a seat at your life's table.
• Allow friendships to naturally evolve without forcing "break-ups."
• Seek out new connections through common interests and life experiences.
• Identify your core support circle for different life stages.

Are We Becoming Our Mothers As We Raise Daughters? Episode 15

Summary: Joy and Nadine explore the complex dynamics of mother-daughter relationships and how they evolve over time. They discuss the challenges of balancing independence and respect for a mother's wisdom, as well as the ways daughters often end up mirroring their mothers despite initial resistance. The conversation touches on themes of generational differences, risk tolerance, communication, and the importance of empathy and storytelling within these pivotal bonds.

Key Takeaways:

• Daughters may resist becoming like their mothers, but often end up embodying similar traits and perspectives as they mature.
• Disagreements and "pushback" are common in mother-daughter relationships as daughters assert independence and mothers want to impart wisdom.
• Generational differences in risk tolerance and life experiences can create friction but also opportunities for growth.
• Effective communication requires actively listening to each other's stories and perspectives with empathy.
• Close female friendships and mentoring relationships can mirror the mother-daughter dynamic in meaningful ways.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

01:10 Reflections on becoming like one's mother 

03:40 Daughter's pushback and mother's wisdom

07:01 Mother-daughter dynamics with friends

12:40 Arguments as part of the love language

16:30 Risk tolerance and life experiences 

20:11 Sharing stories and listening

23:34 Improving relationships for the next generation

Call to Action: Approach mother-daughter relationships with empathy, actively listening to each other's stories and perspectives. Recognize that disagreements are natural, but strive to communicate with mutual understanding and respect. Appreciate the wisdom gained from life experiences while also embracing the independence and potential for growth in the next generation.

Join the Silent Revolt? Or Quit the Quiet and Speak Your Truth? Podcast Episode 14

In this episode of Road to SoulJoy Wellness, Joy and Nadine delve into the intriguing phenomenon of "quiet quitting" in the professional world. They explore how individuals, instead of openly resigning or addressing issues, opt to disengage silently, leading to challenges in workplace dynamics and personal growth. Through candid conversations, the hosts examine the motivations behind quiet quitting, emphasizing the importance of assertive communication, setting boundaries, and seeking closure. They encourage listeners to reflect on their own experiences and consider the transformative power of embracing change and growth. Ultimately, the episode serves as a call to action for listeners to navigate transitions with resilience, advocate for their needs, and cultivate empowerment in their pursuit of soulful joy and wellness.

00:04 Introduction The concept of "quiet quitting" and its emergence as a potentially new phenomenon.

01:51 Understanding Quiet Quitting: the nuances and passive nature

5:30 Seeking Closure and Resolution

10:29 Empowerment and Setting Boundaries

13:34 Embracing Change and Growth

Word of the Day

Joy's Word "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." - 2 Timothy 1:7

Nadine's Word – Closure - Closure is an act or process of closing something, especially an institution, thoroughfare or frontier or of being closed. In a legislative assembly, it's a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote. Additionally, it refers to a sense of resolution or conclusion at the end of an artistic work, a feeling that an emotional or traumatic experience has been resolved. 

Call to Action 

·      Embrace closure, assert their boundaries, and cultivate empowerment in their personal and professional lives.

·      Take your power and continue your own journey toward soulful joy and wellness

The Team