<![CDATA[Joy Moments]]>19cb346f-3000-51cc-9f6d-74f980187890Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:19:49 +0000Captivate.fmPractical Hughttps://artwork.captivate.fm/8ecdd3c7-9ff3-4dd3-b90f-1ecc8753974c/Joy-Moments-Logo.jpgJoy MomentsPractical HugPractical HugJoy Moments is a global celebration of the small, radiant sparks that make life beautiful. Each 10-minute episode spotlights real moments of joy—shared by people from every corner of the world—reminding us that happiness is both universal and unique. Whether it’s a fleeting smile, a hard-won triumph, or a simple act of kindness, these stories invite you to pause, reflect, and discover your own sources of joy. Tune in for uplifting tales, gratitude practices, and inspiration to help you find and share your own joy, one moment at a time.https://joymomentspodcast.comfalseepisodicnopodcastLittle Joys Making Big JoysLittle Joys Making Big JoysViolet turned one and Lacey has been weaning — which, against all expectations, went smoothly. The schedule that came with it, the consistent naps, the sleeping through the night, turned out to matter more than she anticipated. She's honest that it's also a little sad. Sara's joy is longer to explain: she's wanted to be a crossing guard since elementary school, she walked her dog this week, and a neon orange newt needed help across the road. The episode wanders from there — Lazarus lizards in Cincinnati, salamanders in a Massachusetts basement, movies neither of them can watch anymore, Joe's birthday.

Topics Covered

  • Weaning Violet after a year of breastfeeding — what made it easier than expected, and the feelings that came with it
  • Sara gets her crossing guard moment, courtesy of a newt trying to cross the road
  • Invasive Lazarus lizards in Cincinnati and why Lacey used to announce herself in her own basement
  • The movies that have become unwatchable (Moana, Homeward Bound, How to Train a Dragon)

Links & Resources

Submit your own joy moment, a question for No Shame in Our Game, or apply to be on a show at practicalhug.com/submit

]]>Violet turned one and Lacey has been weaning — which, against all expectations, went smoothly. The schedule that came with it, the consistent naps, the sleeping through the night, turned out to matter more than she anticipated. She's honest that it's also a little sad. Sara's joy is longer to explain: she's wanted to be a crossing guard since elementary school, she walked her dog this week, and a neon orange newt needed help across the road. The episode wanders from there — Lazarus lizards in Cincinnati, salamanders in a Massachusetts basement, movies neither of them can watch anymore, Joe's birthday.

Topics Covered

  • Weaning Violet after a year of breastfeeding — what made it easier than expected, and the feelings that came with it
  • Sara gets her crossing guard moment, courtesy of a newt trying to cross the road
  • Invasive Lazarus lizards in Cincinnati and why Lacey used to announce herself in her own basement
  • The movies that have become unwatchable (Moana, Homeward Bound, How to Train a Dragon)

Links & Resources

Submit your own joy moment, a question for No Shame in Our Game, or apply to be on a show at practicalhug.com/submit

]]>adda2f78-671b-45f3-a574-a45f066a372bFri, 10 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -040016:12falsefull1414Is This Real? Morning Announcements, Old Photos, and Messages to Your Future SelfIs This Real? Morning Announcements, Old Photos, and Messages to Your Future SelfWe're getting nostalgic in the best way today. Lacey shares a joy moment that started with a podcast clip and ended in a group chat spiral with childhood friends—all trying to figure out whether Lacey actually did morning TV announcements in middle school or if she dreamed the whole thing. (Verdict: probably real. Probably.) Sara shares a joy moment from her dad, who's been combing through decades of family photos to build a slideshow for an upcoming reunion—and found himself overwhelmed with gratitude for a life well-lived. We also talk about the unexpected delight of stumbling across a shout-out you left your future self—and why gifting your future self a little surprise joy might be one of the easiest things you can do today. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the memory spirals and the joy gremlin.

Timestamps

  1. 00:00 Welcome to Joy Moments
  2. 00:45 Nostalgia as a flavor of joy — looking back, in the moment, looking forward
  3. 01:00 Lacey's joy moment: morning announcements, gray mustaches, and "is this real?"
  4. 03:30 The group chat that couldn't confirm anything
  5. 05:00 Instagram saves the day: Somoene confirms Mr. Turner exists
  6. 06:00 Memory, brains, and the teacher's pet through-line
  7. 07:15 Sara's joy moment: her dad sorting old photos for a family reunion slideshow
  8. 08:30 Counting your blessings, one photo album at a time
  9. 09:15 Future self shout-outs: the joy of surprising yourself
  10. 10:00 Hey, future Sara — you're nailing it
  11. 10:30 Submit your joy moment + closing

Tell Us

What is a memory—real or half-imagined—that still brings you a warm, fuzzy feeling when it surfaces?

If you'd like to share it with us, you can submit your Joy Moment at practicalhug.com/submit.

]]>We're getting nostalgic in the best way today. Lacey shares a joy moment that started with a podcast clip and ended in a group chat spiral with childhood friends—all trying to figure out whether Lacey actually did morning TV announcements in middle school or if she dreamed the whole thing. (Verdict: probably real. Probably.) Sara shares a joy moment from her dad, who's been combing through decades of family photos to build a slideshow for an upcoming reunion—and found himself overwhelmed with gratitude for a life well-lived. We also talk about the unexpected delight of stumbling across a shout-out you left your future self—and why gifting your future self a little surprise joy might be one of the easiest things you can do today. Come for the nostalgia, stay for the memory spirals and the joy gremlin.

Timestamps

  1. 00:00 Welcome to Joy Moments
  2. 00:45 Nostalgia as a flavor of joy — looking back, in the moment, looking forward
  3. 01:00 Lacey's joy moment: morning announcements, gray mustaches, and "is this real?"
  4. 03:30 The group chat that couldn't confirm anything
  5. 05:00 Instagram saves the day: Somoene confirms Mr. Turner exists
  6. 06:00 Memory, brains, and the teacher's pet through-line
  7. 07:15 Sara's joy moment: her dad sorting old photos for a family reunion slideshow
  8. 08:30 Counting your blessings, one photo album at a time
  9. 09:15 Future self shout-outs: the joy of surprising yourself
  10. 10:00 Hey, future Sara — you're nailing it
  11. 10:30 Submit your joy moment + closing

Tell Us

What is a memory—real or half-imagined—that still brings you a warm, fuzzy feeling when it surfaces?

If you'd like to share it with us, you can submit your Joy Moment at practicalhug.com/submit.

]]>62bb8b9f-8aed-4d9e-9a95-931806de27abFri, 13 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -040012:05falsefull1313Cool Beans, Awesome Sauce, and Olympic WitchcraftCool Beans, Awesome Sauce, and Olympic WitchcraftWe're not going to pretend the world isn't a dumpster fire right now. But we can make our chairs a little cozier while we watch it burn.

In this episode, we share a few joy moments—Sara hearing "cool beans" and "awesome sauce" in the wild, community members helping each other out, and the Olympic curling witchcraft that got us through a hard week. Joy isn't about ignoring what's hard. It's about finding support in the small stuff that still feels good.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Joy Moments (and the chatty co-host Violet) 00:53 Joy isn’t ignoring the bad: the “dumpster fire” metaphor 02:56 Lacey’s joy moment: hearing “cool beans” & “awesome sauce” in the wild 04:11 Community joy callout: “tell me something good” responses 04:26 Joy moment #1: buying groceries for someone who was hungry 05:33 Joy moment #2: a client with disabilities lands his dream job (and hope spreads) 07:10 Finding joy in hard weeks: pain, dog snuggles, and Olympic binge-watching 08:06 Winter vs. Summer Olympics: flips, witchcraft, and giving it a real try 09:08 Submit your joy moment + closing thanks

Tell Us

We want to hear your Joy Moments.

Share yours at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit.

]]>We're not going to pretend the world isn't a dumpster fire right now. But we can make our chairs a little cozier while we watch it burn.

In this episode, we share a few joy moments—Sara hearing "cool beans" and "awesome sauce" in the wild, community members helping each other out, and the Olympic curling witchcraft that got us through a hard week. Joy isn't about ignoring what's hard. It's about finding support in the small stuff that still feels good.

Timestamps

00:00 Welcome to Joy Moments (and the chatty co-host Violet) 00:53 Joy isn’t ignoring the bad: the “dumpster fire” metaphor 02:56 Lacey’s joy moment: hearing “cool beans” & “awesome sauce” in the wild 04:11 Community joy callout: “tell me something good” responses 04:26 Joy moment #1: buying groceries for someone who was hungry 05:33 Joy moment #2: a client with disabilities lands his dream job (and hope spreads) 07:10 Finding joy in hard weeks: pain, dog snuggles, and Olympic binge-watching 08:06 Winter vs. Summer Olympics: flips, witchcraft, and giving it a real try 09:08 Submit your joy moment + closing thanks

Tell Us

We want to hear your Joy Moments.

Share yours at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit.

]]>a5e3d488-a5ba-48da-be16-ac18eb50cb08Fri, 20 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -040010:20falsefull1212Thrift Stores, Teething, and the Best Compliment You've Ever ReceivedThrift Stores, Teething, and the Best Compliment You've Ever ReceivedIn this episode, we talk about everyday joy moments—the ones you notice and the ones you create. Sara shares her friend Jim's $12 thrift store leather shoes and the compliments that landed from her Threads community, like being told "you may have saved a soul" and "a lovable dork." Lacey shares watching her teething baby and her son who just lost his front teeth discover they match. We talk about the difference between passive joy (noticing what's already there) and active joy (making it happen), and how compliments might be the easiest way to practice active joy. If you're looking for a simple tool to try today, this one's pretty accessible.

Submission form – joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit

Timestamps

[00:00:00] Welcome & Violet joins us

[00:01:00] Jim's joy moments - $12 thrift store leather shoes

[00:02:00] Sara's thrifting background & philosophy

[00:04:00] Violet's teething & Isaac's missing teeth moment

[00:05:00] "You have feet. I have feet." - niece story

[00:06:00] Best compliments from Threads community

[00:07:00] "A lovable dork" & other standout responses

[00:08:00] Lacey's Renaissance painter compliment

[00:09:00] Sara's job interview smile moment

[00:10:00] The power of compliments as joy ripples

[00:11:00] Active vs. passive joy

[00:12:00] Call to action: Give a compliment today

Tell Us

What's a compliment that's stayed with you? The one that still lights you up when you think about it?

If you'd like to share it with us, you can submit your Joy Moment at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>In this episode, we talk about everyday joy moments—the ones you notice and the ones you create. Sara shares her friend Jim's $12 thrift store leather shoes and the compliments that landed from her Threads community, like being told "you may have saved a soul" and "a lovable dork." Lacey shares watching her teething baby and her son who just lost his front teeth discover they match. We talk about the difference between passive joy (noticing what's already there) and active joy (making it happen), and how compliments might be the easiest way to practice active joy. If you're looking for a simple tool to try today, this one's pretty accessible.

Submission form – joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit

Timestamps

[00:00:00] Welcome & Violet joins us

[00:01:00] Jim's joy moments - $12 thrift store leather shoes

[00:02:00] Sara's thrifting background & philosophy

[00:04:00] Violet's teething & Isaac's missing teeth moment

[00:05:00] "You have feet. I have feet." - niece story

[00:06:00] Best compliments from Threads community

[00:07:00] "A lovable dork" & other standout responses

[00:08:00] Lacey's Renaissance painter compliment

[00:09:00] Sara's job interview smile moment

[00:10:00] The power of compliments as joy ripples

[00:11:00] Active vs. passive joy

[00:12:00] Call to action: Give a compliment today

Tell Us

What's a compliment that's stayed with you? The one that still lights you up when you think about it?

If you'd like to share it with us, you can submit your Joy Moment at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>c5b9c43c-54e7-4312-bf2e-8a98cce0736cFri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -040013:06falsefull1111Little Notes, Big FeelingsLittle Notes, Big FeelingsIn this Joy Moments episode, we’re talking about how the tiniest things can hold the biggest feelings. Lacey shares a simple moment from a hectic morning: trying to get Iris dressed for daycare, she tucks a tiny “I love you” note into the heart-shaped pocket of Iris’s shirt. That little scrap of paper travels with Iris all day, gets lost and found again, and turns an ordinary Thursday into what she calls “the best day ever.”

We connect that note to the ones our parents used to leave for us—lunchbox messages, dashboard surprises, doodles on napkins—and how those small, tangible reminders of love stay with us for years. We also talk about Christmas trees, ornaments, and even a listener story about a tree named after a loved one, and how those traditions quietly hold our stories. Together, we land on this: joy doesn’t have to be big or polished. It can be a note in a pocket, a name tag on a tree, or an ornament that makes you smile every single year.

Timestamps

  1. 00:00 – Welcome and today’s Joy Moment theme: tiny notes, big feelings
  2. 00:30 – Iris’s heart-pocket “I love you” note and the “best day ever”
  3. 03:00 – Remembering the notes our parents left for us
  4. 05:00 – Christmas trees, ornaments, and a tree named “Eric”
  5. 08:00 – Reflection: small, tangible reminders of love
  6. 09:00 – Prompt for you + how to share your Joy Moment

Mentioned in This Episode

  1. Joy Moments submission form – joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit
  2. Family traditions around Christmas ornaments and named trees

Tell Us

What is one small, tangible reminder that you are loved—a note, an object, an ornament, or a routine—that brings you joy when you notice it?

If you’d like to share it with us, you can submit your Joy Moment at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit.

]]>In this Joy Moments episode, we’re talking about how the tiniest things can hold the biggest feelings. Lacey shares a simple moment from a hectic morning: trying to get Iris dressed for daycare, she tucks a tiny “I love you” note into the heart-shaped pocket of Iris’s shirt. That little scrap of paper travels with Iris all day, gets lost and found again, and turns an ordinary Thursday into what she calls “the best day ever.”

We connect that note to the ones our parents used to leave for us—lunchbox messages, dashboard surprises, doodles on napkins—and how those small, tangible reminders of love stay with us for years. We also talk about Christmas trees, ornaments, and even a listener story about a tree named after a loved one, and how those traditions quietly hold our stories. Together, we land on this: joy doesn’t have to be big or polished. It can be a note in a pocket, a name tag on a tree, or an ornament that makes you smile every single year.

Timestamps

  1. 00:00 – Welcome and today’s Joy Moment theme: tiny notes, big feelings
  2. 00:30 – Iris’s heart-pocket “I love you” note and the “best day ever”
  3. 03:00 – Remembering the notes our parents left for us
  4. 05:00 – Christmas trees, ornaments, and a tree named “Eric”
  5. 08:00 – Reflection: small, tangible reminders of love
  6. 09:00 – Prompt for you + how to share your Joy Moment

Mentioned in This Episode

  1. Joy Moments submission form – joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit
  2. Family traditions around Christmas ornaments and named trees

Tell Us

What is one small, tangible reminder that you are loved—a note, an object, an ornament, or a routine—that brings you joy when you notice it?

If you’d like to share it with us, you can submit your Joy Moment at joyfulsupportmovement.com/submit.

]]>5ec80241-f30d-4566-ae02-48f1dd8d8c74Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -040013:22falsefull1010Feral Holiday Cards, Coats, and BulldogsFeral Holiday Cards, Coats, and BulldogsThis week Sara is flying solo on Joy Moments because Lacey is dealing with a flare-up. Which is actually a perfect reminder that joy moments aren't about ignoring what's hard. There's plenty we're not enjoying or wish weren't happening. Joy moments is about highlighting those little moments throughout the day that we can focus on to lift us up.

Sara asked friends to share their joy moments this week. Listen to hear about:

  • Holiday cards that have become years of collected art
  • An 1800s farmhouse that finally feels warm
  • Feral holiday postcards made while watching Frozen 2
  • A kindness rebellion that got 4,000 likes on Threads
  • The warmest green thrift store coat
  • Dancers in windows like living snow globes
  • A 13-year-old bulldog getting a calendar launch party
  • Unclaimed funds waiting to be discovered
  • A hawk on a lamppost and the stranger who graciously indulged Sara's bird enthusiasm

Plus, there are some surprise guests you'll hear throughout the episode.

All these tiny drops in the bucket. That's the joy ripple.

Mentioned in This Episode

Jim's Photography - Instagram @mandolincity

Lee Ainsley on Threads - @leighainsley spreading kindness as rebellion and revolution

Pedal and Hive - Clean beauty products at pedalandhive.com

Whitman Brewing - Location of Spencer the Bulldog's calendar launch party

Unclaimed Funds - Search your state's unclaimed funds database to see if there's money waiting for you

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>This week Sara is flying solo on Joy Moments because Lacey is dealing with a flare-up. Which is actually a perfect reminder that joy moments aren't about ignoring what's hard. There's plenty we're not enjoying or wish weren't happening. Joy moments is about highlighting those little moments throughout the day that we can focus on to lift us up.

Sara asked friends to share their joy moments this week. Listen to hear about:

  • Holiday cards that have become years of collected art
  • An 1800s farmhouse that finally feels warm
  • Feral holiday postcards made while watching Frozen 2
  • A kindness rebellion that got 4,000 likes on Threads
  • The warmest green thrift store coat
  • Dancers in windows like living snow globes
  • A 13-year-old bulldog getting a calendar launch party
  • Unclaimed funds waiting to be discovered
  • A hawk on a lamppost and the stranger who graciously indulged Sara's bird enthusiasm

Plus, there are some surprise guests you'll hear throughout the episode.

All these tiny drops in the bucket. That's the joy ripple.

Mentioned in This Episode

Jim's Photography - Instagram @mandolincity

Lee Ainsley on Threads - @leighainsley spreading kindness as rebellion and revolution

Pedal and Hive - Clean beauty products at pedalandhive.com

Whitman Brewing - Location of Spencer the Bulldog's calendar launch party

Unclaimed Funds - Search your state's unclaimed funds database to see if there's money waiting for you

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>9e8d92ab-2845-41f4-bc32-0fbe9a91a0f3Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -040017:44falsefull99Pets Are Joy Delivery Systems (ft. Mr. Beans)Pets Are Joy Delivery Systems (ft. Mr. Beans)What happens when you ask people to share their joy moments? You get a LOT of pets. In this episode, Lacey and Sara read through community submissions—cats, dogs, horses, and the small moments that matter.

From medical relief that's less scary than expected, to forced cat snuggles, foster cats finally feeling safe, prosthetic users walking further than they have in a year, and horses leaving surprise gifts in front yards—this episode is about the moments worth celebrating, no matter how small.

Plus, the legendary tale of Mr. Beans (the protective neighborhood cat) and why "lowkey excellent" is everyone's new favorite phrase.

In This Episode:

  • Community joy moments: medical relief, pets finding safety, autumn afternoons
  • Why pets are basically joy delivery systems
  • The "lowkey excellent" phrase worth wrapping yourself in
  • Sara's 7 AM horse text and the surprise pile of horse poo
  • Lacey's Mr. Beans story: when a neighborhood cat attacks and a man comes sprinting down the street
  • Why joy moments don't have to be marathon-sized to matter
  • The invitation to share YOUR joy moment

Important Timestamps:

  • [00:00:00] Introduction & call-out for community joy moments
  • [00:01:00] Medical relief joy: It's just a muscle strain!
  • [01:30] Forced cat snuggles as the best part of the day
  • [02:00] Foster cat looking out window for the first time
  • [03:00] Real-life SpongeBob and Patrick ocean discovery
  • [03:30] Walking further than in over a year with prosthetic
  • [04:00] Why these moments are worth celebrating
  • [05:00] "Lowkey excellent" cottage afternoon with walnuts
  • [06:00] Sarah's escaped horses story
  • [07:00] Todd and Kathy: The serial escape artist horses
  • [08:00] Mr. Beans attacks Indy on their walk
  • [09:00] The man sprinting down the street yelling "Mr. Beans!"
  • [10:00] Mr. Beans as the new substitute swear word
  • [10:30] Sara's grandparents' poodle and cat tag game
  • [11:00] Wrap-up: Submit your joy moments!

Submit Your Joy Moment:


Connect & Share:


More from the Joyful Support Movement

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Join the Joyful Support Village

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]]>What happens when you ask people to share their joy moments? You get a LOT of pets. In this episode, Lacey and Sara read through community submissions—cats, dogs, horses, and the small moments that matter.

From medical relief that's less scary than expected, to forced cat snuggles, foster cats finally feeling safe, prosthetic users walking further than they have in a year, and horses leaving surprise gifts in front yards—this episode is about the moments worth celebrating, no matter how small.

Plus, the legendary tale of Mr. Beans (the protective neighborhood cat) and why "lowkey excellent" is everyone's new favorite phrase.

In This Episode:

  • Community joy moments: medical relief, pets finding safety, autumn afternoons
  • Why pets are basically joy delivery systems
  • The "lowkey excellent" phrase worth wrapping yourself in
  • Sara's 7 AM horse text and the surprise pile of horse poo
  • Lacey's Mr. Beans story: when a neighborhood cat attacks and a man comes sprinting down the street
  • Why joy moments don't have to be marathon-sized to matter
  • The invitation to share YOUR joy moment

Important Timestamps:

  • [00:00:00] Introduction & call-out for community joy moments
  • [00:01:00] Medical relief joy: It's just a muscle strain!
  • [01:30] Forced cat snuggles as the best part of the day
  • [02:00] Foster cat looking out window for the first time
  • [03:00] Real-life SpongeBob and Patrick ocean discovery
  • [03:30] Walking further than in over a year with prosthetic
  • [04:00] Why these moments are worth celebrating
  • [05:00] "Lowkey excellent" cottage afternoon with walnuts
  • [06:00] Sarah's escaped horses story
  • [07:00] Todd and Kathy: The serial escape artist horses
  • [08:00] Mr. Beans attacks Indy on their walk
  • [09:00] The man sprinting down the street yelling "Mr. Beans!"
  • [10:00] Mr. Beans as the new substitute swear word
  • [10:30] Sara's grandparents' poodle and cat tag game
  • [11:00] Wrap-up: Submit your joy moments!

Submit Your Joy Moment:


Connect & Share:


More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>4fa4de26-4da7-4b9a-bb90-ca66e8dd1934Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -040012:30falsefull88Can't Wait vs. Savor the WaitCan't Wait vs. Savor the WaitEver wonder why some people love the anticipation of a surprise while others need to know right now? In this episode, Lacey and Sara dive into their opposite approaches to cliffhangers, gifts, and waiting for joy.

Lacey shares her audiobook miracle moment (thank you, Libby!) and why she literally cannot handle knowing a surprise exists. Sara reveals her "joy on joy" moment passing along beloved IKEA play cubes to a toddler who's loving them just as much as her son did. Plus, a mysterious TikTok submission about being the inspiration for an anti-hero in a book sparks a whole new mystery for Sara to solve.

In This Episode:

  • [00:01:00] Lacey's library miracle: When the universe delivers book 2 exactly when you need it
  • [00:03:30] The great surprise divide: "I need to know NOW" vs. "I love the anticipation"
  • [00:06:00] Sara's joy perpetual motion: Passing on toys that keep spreading happiness
  • [00:08:15] The anti-hero mystery: Tiktoker’s cryptic book inspiration confession
  • [00:09:00] Sara finds her new mystery to solve (and Lacey gets anxiety just thinking about it)

Your Turn: What's your joy moment? Big, small, past, or present - we want to hear it all. Submit yours at joyfulupportmovement.com/submit

Because remember: joy ripples can spread across the universe. (We checked. It's possible.)

Links & Resources

Submit Your Joy Moment:

Share your joy moment with us

Join the Joyful Support Village:

Join our free community for emotional support and navigating life's messy middle

More Podcasts:

  • Sharing the Middle - Deep dives into our stories about the messy middles of our lives
  • No Shame In Our Game - Real talk about the things we usually keep quiet

Connect With Us:


Hosts:

  • Lacey: @laceyshares (Instagram/TikTok/Threads)
  • Sara: @stepswithsara

]]>Ever wonder why some people love the anticipation of a surprise while others need to know right now? In this episode, Lacey and Sara dive into their opposite approaches to cliffhangers, gifts, and waiting for joy.

Lacey shares her audiobook miracle moment (thank you, Libby!) and why she literally cannot handle knowing a surprise exists. Sara reveals her "joy on joy" moment passing along beloved IKEA play cubes to a toddler who's loving them just as much as her son did. Plus, a mysterious TikTok submission about being the inspiration for an anti-hero in a book sparks a whole new mystery for Sara to solve.

In This Episode:

  • [00:01:00] Lacey's library miracle: When the universe delivers book 2 exactly when you need it
  • [00:03:30] The great surprise divide: "I need to know NOW" vs. "I love the anticipation"
  • [00:06:00] Sara's joy perpetual motion: Passing on toys that keep spreading happiness
  • [00:08:15] The anti-hero mystery: Tiktoker’s cryptic book inspiration confession
  • [00:09:00] Sara finds her new mystery to solve (and Lacey gets anxiety just thinking about it)

Your Turn: What's your joy moment? Big, small, past, or present - we want to hear it all. Submit yours at joyfulupportmovement.com/submit

Because remember: joy ripples can spread across the universe. (We checked. It's possible.)

Links & Resources

Submit Your Joy Moment:

Share your joy moment with us

Join the Joyful Support Village:

Join our free community for emotional support and navigating life's messy middle

More Podcasts:

  • Sharing the Middle - Deep dives into our stories about the messy middles of our lives
  • No Shame In Our Game - Real talk about the things we usually keep quiet

Connect With Us:


Hosts:

  • Lacey: @laceyshares (Instagram/TikTok/Threads)
  • Sara: @stepswithsara

]]>f01662fe-d27a-47b6-a865-20bc17b24335Fri, 24 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -040011:15falsefull77No Shame in Our Game Trailer - No Shame in Our GameNo Shame in Our Game Trailer - No Shame in Our GameWelcome to No Shame in Our Game: Where self-help meets community support.

This is the podcast that doesn't care about the right step, just your next step.

Not sure how to start a budget? Need help with home systems? Wondering about etiquette or boundaries? We're Sara and Lacey, your loving aunties who care about how your life feels, not how it looks.

We're co-founders of the Joyful Support Movement, and we created this podcast because we believe you shouldn't have to figure out life alone. We answer your real-life questions about home management, budgeting, life systems, and anything else where you're not sure where to turn.

We're anti-girl-boss, pro-community. No shoulds. No shame. Just possibilities and support.

Submit your questions at

Welcome to No Shame in Our Game: Where self-help meets community support.

This is the podcast that doesn't care about the right step, just your next step.

Not sure how to start a budget? Need help with home systems? Wondering about etiquette or boundaries? We're Sara and Lacey, your loving aunties who care about how your life feels, not how it looks.

We're co-founders of the Joyful Support Movement, and we created this podcast because we believe you shouldn't have to figure out life alone. We answer your real-life questions about home management, budgeting, life systems, and anything else where you're not sure where to turn.

We're anti-girl-boss, pro-community. No shoulds. No shame. Just possibilities and support.

Submit your questions and join us for real conversations about real life.

Connect with us:

Instagram, TikTok & Threads: @joyfulsupportmovement

Join The Village: village.joyfulsupportmovement.com

Newsletter: joyfulsupportmovement.substack.com and join us for real conversations about real life.

Connect with us:

Instagram, TikTok & Threads: @joyfulsupportmovement

Join The Village: village.joyfulsupportmovement.com

Newsletter: joyfulsupportmovement.substack.com

]]>Welcome to No Shame in Our Game: Where self-help meets community support.

This is the podcast that doesn't care about the right step, just your next step.

Not sure how to start a budget? Need help with home systems? Wondering about etiquette or boundaries? We're Sara and Lacey, your loving aunties who care about how your life feels, not how it looks.

We're co-founders of the Joyful Support Movement, and we created this podcast because we believe you shouldn't have to figure out life alone. We answer your real-life questions about home management, budgeting, life systems, and anything else where you're not sure where to turn.

We're anti-girl-boss, pro-community. No shoulds. No shame. Just possibilities and support.

Submit your questions at

Welcome to No Shame in Our Game: Where self-help meets community support.

This is the podcast that doesn't care about the right step, just your next step.

Not sure how to start a budget? Need help with home systems? Wondering about etiquette or boundaries? We're Sara and Lacey, your loving aunties who care about how your life feels, not how it looks.

We're co-founders of the Joyful Support Movement, and we created this podcast because we believe you shouldn't have to figure out life alone. We answer your real-life questions about home management, budgeting, life systems, and anything else where you're not sure where to turn.

We're anti-girl-boss, pro-community. No shoulds. No shame. Just possibilities and support.

Submit your questions and join us for real conversations about real life.

Connect with us:

Instagram, TikTok & Threads: @joyfulsupportmovement

Join The Village: village.joyfulsupportmovement.com

Newsletter: joyfulsupportmovement.substack.com and join us for real conversations about real life.

Connect with us:

Instagram, TikTok & Threads: @joyfulsupportmovement

Join The Village: village.joyfulsupportmovement.com

Newsletter: joyfulsupportmovement.substack.com

]]>47e8c94c-a8a4-42a1-9d4a-c25d2862367bFri, 17 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -040002:00falsetrailerWelcome To No Shame in Our Game - Where Self-Help meets Community Support - No Shame in Our GameWelcome To No Shame in Our Game - Where Self-Help meets Community Support - No Shame in Our GameWelcome to No Shame in Our Game!

We are evolving from No Shame in the Home Game, and putting it on steroids (in a good way, not like a roid rage way). We're expanding from home management questions to being your resource for anything in life where you're not sure where to turn.

Not sure how to set up a laundry system? Ask us. Not sure how to start a family budget? Ask us. Not sure about the etiquette of gift-giving with neighbors? Ask us. Think of us as your loving aunties or big sisters who care about how your life feels, not how it looks.

We talk about why the self-help industry feels icky to us, why we don't do shoulds, and how community support beats solo hustle every time. We share our Enneagram helper energy, our love of advice-giving, and why shame has no place in getting help with life.

Plus, we get into Sara's perfect thrift store shirt from Zara and Lacey's wild week of unexpected TikTok validation involving the Sabrina Carpenter, “Tears,” trend.

What We Cover:

  • Why we're expanding beyond home management to all-life questions
  • The difference between toxic self-help and community support
  • How to submit your questions anonymously
  • Why we focus on possibilities instead of shoulds
  • The three pillars of Joyful Support: Story, Joy, and Step
  • Why we're anti-girl-boss and pro-making-life-easier

Important Links!


We're so glad you're here. Whether you've been with us from the beginning or you're just joining now, we appreciate you being part of this journey with us.

]]>Welcome to No Shame in Our Game!

We are evolving from No Shame in the Home Game, and putting it on steroids (in a good way, not like a roid rage way). We're expanding from home management questions to being your resource for anything in life where you're not sure where to turn.

Not sure how to set up a laundry system? Ask us. Not sure how to start a family budget? Ask us. Not sure about the etiquette of gift-giving with neighbors? Ask us. Think of us as your loving aunties or big sisters who care about how your life feels, not how it looks.

We talk about why the self-help industry feels icky to us, why we don't do shoulds, and how community support beats solo hustle every time. We share our Enneagram helper energy, our love of advice-giving, and why shame has no place in getting help with life.

Plus, we get into Sara's perfect thrift store shirt from Zara and Lacey's wild week of unexpected TikTok validation involving the Sabrina Carpenter, “Tears,” trend.

What We Cover:

  • Why we're expanding beyond home management to all-life questions
  • The difference between toxic self-help and community support
  • How to submit your questions anonymously
  • Why we focus on possibilities instead of shoulds
  • The three pillars of Joyful Support: Story, Joy, and Step
  • Why we're anti-girl-boss and pro-making-life-easier

Important Links!


We're so glad you're here. Whether you've been with us from the beginning or you're just joining now, we appreciate you being part of this journey with us.

]]>61cbeff1-0fd8-4691-8436-1fcd2a54cadeFri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -040020:16falsebonusThe Tooth Market: Supply, Demand, and Missing InventoryThe Tooth Market: Supply, Demand, and Missing InventoryWe never expected to have such strong opinions about tooth logistics, but here we are.

Lacey navigates Isaac's first lost tooth (and the subsequent loss of that tooth somewhere in the house), while Sara spots an unexpected wildlife parade during a single walk and helps celebrate one of the most creative birthday gifts we've ever seen.

We talk about the surprising emotions that come with watching your kid grow up, the going rate for teeth in 2025, and why parenting requires more negotiation skills than anyone warns you about. We also dive into what happens when kids start thinking like entrepreneurs, the beauty of compounding joy ripples, and why three snakes in one walk feels like the universe saying hello.

This is real life in the middle. The part where you're simultaneously celebrating milestones and searching your couch cushions for lost body parts. The part where you make thank-you videos with your kid and discover you're actually having fun. The part where joy shows up in monarch butterflies and baby snakes trying to look tough.

Topics Covered:

  • Navigating first milestones and the emotions that come with parenting moments
  • Tooth fairy economics and negotiating with mythical beings
  • Creating together as quality time with kids
  • Joy ripples and how happiness compounds through creativity
  • Finding unexpected joy in ordinary walks and wildlife encounters

Important Links:

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple


]]>We never expected to have such strong opinions about tooth logistics, but here we are.

Lacey navigates Isaac's first lost tooth (and the subsequent loss of that tooth somewhere in the house), while Sara spots an unexpected wildlife parade during a single walk and helps celebrate one of the most creative birthday gifts we've ever seen.

We talk about the surprising emotions that come with watching your kid grow up, the going rate for teeth in 2025, and why parenting requires more negotiation skills than anyone warns you about. We also dive into what happens when kids start thinking like entrepreneurs, the beauty of compounding joy ripples, and why three snakes in one walk feels like the universe saying hello.

This is real life in the middle. The part where you're simultaneously celebrating milestones and searching your couch cushions for lost body parts. The part where you make thank-you videos with your kid and discover you're actually having fun. The part where joy shows up in monarch butterflies and baby snakes trying to look tough.

Topics Covered:

  • Navigating first milestones and the emotions that come with parenting moments
  • Tooth fairy economics and negotiating with mythical beings
  • Creating together as quality time with kids
  • Joy ripples and how happiness compounds through creativity
  • Finding unexpected joy in ordinary walks and wildlife encounters

Important Links:

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Sign up for The Practical Hug Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple


]]>74ee6a8e-4562-427e-b8b2-bb55d9c00b6cFri, 03 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -040013:47truefull66Joy According to JoeJoy According to JoeIn this episode of Joy Moments, we welcome Joe (Lacey's husband) to the podcast for the first time. We dive into a candid conversation about finding daily moments of appreciation, the differences in how we experience and express positive emotions, and the various ways families create meaningful rituals.

Joe shares his memorable experience of hearing his five-month-old daughter Violet say "dada" for the first time – a distinct moment that stood out from her usual baby chatter. Meanwhile, Lacey recounts a precious morning when her first-grader read books to his baby sister before school, and Sara delights in discovering beehives named "BS in the D" during her weekend trip to Detroit.

We also explore the lighter side of family life, including Joe's impressive cereal collection (featuring Reese's Puffs, Honey Bunches of Oats, Grape Nuts, Cheerios, Frosted Mini Wheats, Lucky Charms, Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Protein Cheerios, Fruit Loops, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch), our debate on the proper way to enjoy cereal milk, and why roller skating feels impossible even for someone with Joe's natural athletic abilities.

This conversation reveals how joy manifests differently for everyone – whether through "cool things that happened," shared family rituals like high/low dinner table discussions, or simple everyday moments that bring unexpected delight.

Submit your own joy moments to be shared on future episodes!

]]>In this episode of Joy Moments, we welcome Joe (Lacey's husband) to the podcast for the first time. We dive into a candid conversation about finding daily moments of appreciation, the differences in how we experience and express positive emotions, and the various ways families create meaningful rituals.

Joe shares his memorable experience of hearing his five-month-old daughter Violet say "dada" for the first time – a distinct moment that stood out from her usual baby chatter. Meanwhile, Lacey recounts a precious morning when her first-grader read books to his baby sister before school, and Sara delights in discovering beehives named "BS in the D" during her weekend trip to Detroit.

We also explore the lighter side of family life, including Joe's impressive cereal collection (featuring Reese's Puffs, Honey Bunches of Oats, Grape Nuts, Cheerios, Frosted Mini Wheats, Lucky Charms, Rice Chex, Corn Chex, Protein Cheerios, Fruit Loops, and Cinnamon Toast Crunch), our debate on the proper way to enjoy cereal milk, and why roller skating feels impossible even for someone with Joe's natural athletic abilities.

This conversation reveals how joy manifests differently for everyone – whether through "cool things that happened," shared family rituals like high/low dinner table discussions, or simple everyday moments that bring unexpected delight.

Submit your own joy moments to be shared on future episodes!

]]>8fc53e59-3a55-4487-9068-8268f91b47a8Fri, 12 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -040015:34falsefull55Celebrity Mysteries and Meta-JoyCelebrity Mysteries and Meta-JoyIn this episode of Joy Moments, Sara shares her exhilarating experience of finally identifying a celebrity she spotted in an airport two years ago. We discuss the powerful dopamine rush that comes from solving a long-standing mystery and the unique joy of closure. Lacey and Sara also explore how delight in others creates ripples of joy in our own lives.

We dive into:

  • Sara's two-year quest to identify a mystery celebrity from a chance airport encounter
  • The euphoria of finally solving a persistent riddle while watching 30 Rock
  • How showing delight in others amplifies joy in relationships
  • The concept of "meta joy" - finding joy in others' joy

Links mentioned in this episode:


Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share your joy moments with us!

]]>In this episode of Joy Moments, Sara shares her exhilarating experience of finally identifying a celebrity she spotted in an airport two years ago. We discuss the powerful dopamine rush that comes from solving a long-standing mystery and the unique joy of closure. Lacey and Sara also explore how delight in others creates ripples of joy in our own lives.

We dive into:

  • Sara's two-year quest to identify a mystery celebrity from a chance airport encounter
  • The euphoria of finally solving a persistent riddle while watching 30 Rock
  • How showing delight in others amplifies joy in relationships
  • The concept of "meta joy" - finding joy in others' joy

Links mentioned in this episode:


Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share your joy moments with us!

]]>76b3b32c-6046-41c6-b9aa-746779c74dc0Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -040011:34falsefull44Oxytocin & Pool DaysOxytocin & Pool DaysIn this episode of Joy Moments, we explore how finding small moments of joy can help us regain a sense of control in our lives. We share beautiful submissions from our community, including how a massage therapist helped a 39-week pregnant woman find peace through understanding hormone regulation, and how reframing even the most difficult "S sandwich days" can help us appreciate the good moments.

We dive into the connection between control and joy, discussing how redirecting our natural desire for control toward spotting joy moments can transform our daily experience. Our co-host Lacey shares her personal joy moment of family pool time and the feeling of "being exactly where I need to be."

Submit your joy moments

]]>In this episode of Joy Moments, we explore how finding small moments of joy can help us regain a sense of control in our lives. We share beautiful submissions from our community, including how a massage therapist helped a 39-week pregnant woman find peace through understanding hormone regulation, and how reframing even the most difficult "S sandwich days" can help us appreciate the good moments.

We dive into the connection between control and joy, discussing how redirecting our natural desire for control toward spotting joy moments can transform our daily experience. Our co-host Lacey shares her personal joy moment of family pool time and the feeling of "being exactly where I need to be."

Submit your joy moments

]]>46936c8c-0fec-4e8a-9b38-a4bf8cfb0037Fri, 01 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -040009:57falsefull33Dancing Through Life: From Weddings to Grocery StoresDancing Through Life: From Weddings to Grocery StoresWelcome to our Joy Moments podcast! In this episode, we (Lacey and Sara) shine a spotlight on the simple but powerful moments that bring joy into our lives. From my (Lacey's) exhilarating experience dancing at my friend's wedding to Sara's spontaneous grocery store dance party to Whitney Houston, we celebrate how joy can be found and shared in unexpected places. We explore the unique magic of wedding receptions, the freedom that comes with caring less about others' opinions as we age, and the beautiful connections that happen when we let ourselves experience joy openly.

This 10-minute sanctuary of authentic joy reminds us that happiness doesn't require grand gestures or perfect circumstances—it exists in dance breaks, shared glances with strangers, and those fleeting moments when we feel completely at peace. As we remind you, joy is meant to be noticed and shared, creating a beautiful cycle that amplifies happiness in our lives and the lives of those around us.

Remember, we have an open invitation for you to submit your own joy moments, reinforcing our podcast's mission to create a global celebration of the small, radiant sparks that make life beautiful. Because when we share joy, we create more of it—one moment at a time.

Key Moments

  • 0:00 - Introduction to the Joy Moments podcast
  • 2:00 - Sara reminds listeners about the purpose of sharing joy moments
  • 2:23 - Lacey shares her joy moment about dancing at a friend's wedding
  • 5:00 - Discussion about creating a "wedding night" style dance event
  • 6:00 - Sara shares her grocery store dancing experience and connection with another shopper
  • 7:46 - Lacey shares an additional joy moment about family time at her parents' pool
  • 9:00 - Closing remarks and invitation for listeners to submit their joy moments

Submit Your Joy Moments

Share your joy moments at joyfulsupportmovement.com/joymoments

]]>Welcome to our Joy Moments podcast! In this episode, we (Lacey and Sara) shine a spotlight on the simple but powerful moments that bring joy into our lives. From my (Lacey's) exhilarating experience dancing at my friend's wedding to Sara's spontaneous grocery store dance party to Whitney Houston, we celebrate how joy can be found and shared in unexpected places. We explore the unique magic of wedding receptions, the freedom that comes with caring less about others' opinions as we age, and the beautiful connections that happen when we let ourselves experience joy openly.

This 10-minute sanctuary of authentic joy reminds us that happiness doesn't require grand gestures or perfect circumstances—it exists in dance breaks, shared glances with strangers, and those fleeting moments when we feel completely at peace. As we remind you, joy is meant to be noticed and shared, creating a beautiful cycle that amplifies happiness in our lives and the lives of those around us.

Remember, we have an open invitation for you to submit your own joy moments, reinforcing our podcast's mission to create a global celebration of the small, radiant sparks that make life beautiful. Because when we share joy, we create more of it—one moment at a time.

Key Moments

  • 0:00 - Introduction to the Joy Moments podcast
  • 2:00 - Sara reminds listeners about the purpose of sharing joy moments
  • 2:23 - Lacey shares her joy moment about dancing at a friend's wedding
  • 5:00 - Discussion about creating a "wedding night" style dance event
  • 6:00 - Sara shares her grocery store dancing experience and connection with another shopper
  • 7:46 - Lacey shares an additional joy moment about family time at her parents' pool
  • 9:00 - Closing remarks and invitation for listeners to submit their joy moments

Submit Your Joy Moments

Share your joy moments at joyfulsupportmovement.com/joymoments

]]>ddb2fd53-d90d-4bde-8e65-d17a68895034Fri, 11 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -040010:25falsefull22Joy Moments Premiere!Joy Moments Premiere!The inaugural episode of Joy Moments elucidates the profound significance of small moments shared among individuals, which, as we contend, create ripples of joy that can transcend the mundane. Sara and I, Lacey, embark on this journey to explore the concept of joy, not as an exclusive focus on positivity but as an essential counterbalance to life's inevitable challenges, which we refer to metaphorically as "shit sandwiches." Through our dialogue, we emphasize that joy can coexist with adversity, and that recognizing fleeting moments of happiness can enhance our overall well-being. This podcast is a manifestation of our longstanding desire to cultivate a supportive community that shares and celebrates these joyful instances, inviting listeners to contribute their own experiences. Join us as we delve into the art of noticing joy amidst life's complexities, fostering a collective effort to generate a ripple effect of happiness in our lives and the lives of others.

In the first episode of Joy Moments, the hosts, Lacey and Sara, delve into the concept of joy and its transformative power within everyday life. They articulate the importance of recognizing 'joy moments'—those small instances that can uplift our spirits even amidst the trials and tribulations we may face. Through heartfelt anecdotes and personal experiences, the hosts illustrate how they have practiced gratitude and joy in their own lives and invite listeners to join them in this exploration. The episode is structured around the idea that acknowledging joy does not negate the struggles we encounter, but rather provides a necessary counterbalance that enriches our existence.

The discussion unfolds with an emphasis on the joyful support movement, which serves as the framework for the podcast. Lacey and Sara introduce listeners to the three integral components of this movement: storytelling, taking steps toward joy, and ultimately experiencing joy itself. They stress that this is not a simplistic pursuit of happiness that disregards life's difficulties; rather, it is about finding the joy that can coexist with those challenges. The hosts share personal stories that reveal their individual journeys toward cultivating an awareness of joy, including practices they have established in their households to encourage reflection on daily experiences.

As the episode progresses, the hosts delve into the significance of community and connection in fostering joy. They invite listeners to share their own moments of joy, thereby contributing to a collective narrative that highlights the beauty found in small, everyday moments. This call to action not only encourages engagement but also reinforces the idea that joy can be contagious, creating a ripple effect that spreads positivity within and beyond our immediate circles. Ultimately, this inaugural episode serves as a clarion call for listeners to embrace joy in its myriad forms, thus embarking on a shared journey of discovery and connection.

Takeaways:

  • The podcast emphasizes the importance of small moments shared to create ripples of joy in our lives.
  • Lacy and Sara have dreamt of creating the Joy Moments podcast for an extended period, and they are thrilled to finally launch it.
  • The Joy Moments philosophy encourages listeners to recognize joy amidst life's challenges without ignoring the negativity present.
  • Listeners are invited to share their own joy moments, fostering a community of positivity and support in the face of life's adversities.

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Home Management for Everyone Course

Sign up for your Weekly Dose of Joy Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>The inaugural episode of Joy Moments elucidates the profound significance of small moments shared among individuals, which, as we contend, create ripples of joy that can transcend the mundane. Sara and I, Lacey, embark on this journey to explore the concept of joy, not as an exclusive focus on positivity but as an essential counterbalance to life's inevitable challenges, which we refer to metaphorically as "shit sandwiches." Through our dialogue, we emphasize that joy can coexist with adversity, and that recognizing fleeting moments of happiness can enhance our overall well-being. This podcast is a manifestation of our longstanding desire to cultivate a supportive community that shares and celebrates these joyful instances, inviting listeners to contribute their own experiences. Join us as we delve into the art of noticing joy amidst life's complexities, fostering a collective effort to generate a ripple effect of happiness in our lives and the lives of others.

In the first episode of Joy Moments, the hosts, Lacey and Sara, delve into the concept of joy and its transformative power within everyday life. They articulate the importance of recognizing 'joy moments'—those small instances that can uplift our spirits even amidst the trials and tribulations we may face. Through heartfelt anecdotes and personal experiences, the hosts illustrate how they have practiced gratitude and joy in their own lives and invite listeners to join them in this exploration. The episode is structured around the idea that acknowledging joy does not negate the struggles we encounter, but rather provides a necessary counterbalance that enriches our existence.

The discussion unfolds with an emphasis on the joyful support movement, which serves as the framework for the podcast. Lacey and Sara introduce listeners to the three integral components of this movement: storytelling, taking steps toward joy, and ultimately experiencing joy itself. They stress that this is not a simplistic pursuit of happiness that disregards life's difficulties; rather, it is about finding the joy that can coexist with those challenges. The hosts share personal stories that reveal their individual journeys toward cultivating an awareness of joy, including practices they have established in their households to encourage reflection on daily experiences.

As the episode progresses, the hosts delve into the significance of community and connection in fostering joy. They invite listeners to share their own moments of joy, thereby contributing to a collective narrative that highlights the beauty found in small, everyday moments. This call to action not only encourages engagement but also reinforces the idea that joy can be contagious, creating a ripple effect that spreads positivity within and beyond our immediate circles. Ultimately, this inaugural episode serves as a clarion call for listeners to embrace joy in its myriad forms, thus embarking on a shared journey of discovery and connection.

Takeaways:

  • The podcast emphasizes the importance of small moments shared to create ripples of joy in our lives.
  • Lacy and Sara have dreamt of creating the Joy Moments podcast for an extended period, and they are thrilled to finally launch it.
  • The Joy Moments philosophy encourages listeners to recognize joy amidst life's challenges without ignoring the negativity present.
  • Listeners are invited to share their own joy moments, fostering a community of positivity and support in the face of life's adversities.

More from the Joyful Support Movement

The Joyful Support Network Podcasts

Join the Joyful Support Village

Home Management for Everyone Course

Sign up for your Weekly Dose of Joy Newsletter

Sponsor Joy and Create a Joy Ripple

]]>e2cefeef-d8f4-45ca-8380-ddf2b350bec9Fri, 20 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -040023:25falsefull11Joy Moments TrailerJoy Moments TrailerWe hope you join us in our Joy Movement.

]]>We hope you join us in our Joy Movement.

]]>202a7808-d004-4bdc-9b8e-6f26f9c8889eThu, 29 May 2025 06:00:00 -040000:34falsetrailer