The Joy Journey Podcast with Jillian Schecher

What if you could truly see yourself? Not just as you think you are but as the radiant, magnetic, deeply photogenic being you TRULY are…This week on the podcast, I’m joined by my dear friend and incredible Portrait + Branding Photographer, Emilie Iggiotti for a heart-led, laughter-filled conversation that flows from manifesting dream lives and self-care… to guilty-pleasure reality TV and an honest, much-needed conversation about Photoshop, AI, and what authentic visibility really means.Emilie has a rare gift for seeing people. Not just capturing images, but your true essence. We talk about why everyone is photogenic, her brave journey from law school to liberation, and why personal branding isn’t about perfection… it’s about energy, truth, and connection in a world craving realness.Expect giggles, goosebumps, and some powerful perspective shifts as we explore what it means to allow yourself to be seen, celebrated, and expressed exactly as you are.In this episode, we explore:Why you are photogenic (yes, you are!)How to honour your energy and give yourself permission for pauses and restBranding as your energetic imprint and a pathway to true visibilityA soulful and honest conversation around beauty, AI, and over-retouchingOur not-so-secret love for reality TV (Real Housewives, Below Deck, and more)A fresh invitation to see yourself with more love, softness, and celebration… imperfections and all!This episode is an invitation to see yourself differently…Join The Very Good Branding WorkshopA full-day workshop hosted by Emilie Iggiotti and Liane Charlene, covering various aspects of brandinghttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-very-good-branding-workshop-tickets-1485161049679Connect with Emilie Iggiotti:Website: https://www.emilieiggiotti.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilieiggiotti/Join The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life. https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nest50% off the entire year for the month of December using code JOYNEST50Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Interested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Become a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programThanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

What if your financial journey could be a source of profound joy and empowerment, rather than shame or stress?Join me as I share a conversation with Jenn Wolowich where we candidly explore the emotional landscape of money, from childhood games of Monopoly and "playing bank" to navigating divorce and finding abundance after unexpected loss. Find out why "money is a muscle," how breaking the silence around financial shame can heal generations, and the transformative power of "just starting”.This episode will inspire you to embrace generosity, ditch depletion, and courageously carve a new, Joyful path forward with your finances, no matter where you're starting from.In this episode, we cover: Why money is truly emotional, not just numbersPersonal stories about money and mindsetWhat it means to "out-earn your bad spending habits"Confronting “money shame” and learning to break taboosUnderstanding money as a muscle you can strengthen and growExploring how to make your money work for youRedefining generosity to avoid depletionFinding out why starting now is the most powerful step to financial transformationConnect with Jenn Wolowich:Website: http://www.financialfundamentals.ca/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/financial.fundamentals/Join The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nest50% off the entire year for the month of December using code JOYNEST50Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Interested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Become a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programThanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

What if you could transform your holiday season from a source of stress and obligation into a space of authentic Joy and peace?Dive into the latest episode of The Joy Journey Podcast, where I share The Joy Method – a practical guide to truly feel your feelings, intentionally shift your mindset, and gracefully protect your energy during this often-overwhelming time. You are invited to practice gratitude for what is present, set firm boundaries to protect your energy, and prioritize your own well-being. Allow grief and joy to coexist as you create a holiday season that feels truly aligned and YOU…In this episode, we cover: Navigate holiday grief with authenticityUsing "The Joy Method" for feeling betterUnderstanding the power of setting boundaries during the holidaysPrioritizing your own joy and well-beingHow grief and Joy can coexistTransforming the "holiday sh*t show" into a season of alignment and peaceHow gratitude is a bridge through tough timesPermission to say "no" and honour your energyJoin The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nestReady to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Interested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Become a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programThanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

Ever wonder how to embody pure Joy, radiate gratitude, and effortlessly manifest your desires, even through life's challenges? Tune into this special episode of the Joy Journey Podcast as I chat with Certified Joy Facilitator Ebonie Allen, a Joy Warrior and 77 years young, who shares her vibrant wisdom on transforming worry into purposeful action, connecting with others through kindness (and crocheted hats!), and finding profound gratitude in every single moment, proving that true Joy is a journey, not a destination.In this episode, we cover: Ebonie’s secrets to transforming worry into effortless manifestationHow gratitude can shift even the most painful goodbyes into cherished memoriesEbonie’s unique way of spreading Joy and connecting with her communityInsights into her resilience, from overcoming health challenges to embracing sobrietyThe powerful reinterpretation of "let go and let God," emphasizing inspired actionUnderstanding the profound impact of living with an open heart and a "bless up" attitudeConnect with Ebonie Allen:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eboniegroundheights2222/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ebonieireneallen Join The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nestInterested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Become a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programThanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

Have you ever manifested your biggest dreams, only to find they didn't bring the Joy you expected? This week on The Joy Journey podcast I delve into a captivating conversation with Anna O'Connor, host of The Gratitude Attitude podcast, who shares her incredible journey as a master manifestor. Anna candidly reveals how she literally called in her dream home, partner, and car, only to learn a crucial lesson about prioritizing her Joy. Get ready for a powerful lesson on why aligning with your inner frequency is the ultimate manifestation.In this episode, we cover: • The unexpected truth about manifesting your dreams• Being your own rich husband and building a multi-passionate life• Gaining tangible gratitude practices to shift your mindset and attract abundance• Authentic, no-holds-barred account of life's ups and downs, and how to navigate them• Why focusing on inner peace and Joy is the ultimate manifestation• Challenging negative beliefs about your job or career path to attract better opportunities• How your personal vibration impacts the relationships you attract• Inspiring transformation and learning the power of unwavering self-beliefConnect with Anna O’Connor:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gratitude_attitude_anna_/Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/the_gratitude_attitude_/Join The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nestInterested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Become a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programThanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

If you’ve ever felt pulled between who you thought you’d be and who you’re becoming, this conversation will bring you home to your heart.This week on The Joy Journey Podcast, I sit down with Karla Rice - Holistic Health Practitioner, Certified Joy Facilitator, and mom navigating the messiness and magic of motherhood.Karla shares her journey of embracing motherhood (even when it didn’t go to plan) and how gratitude, presence, and The Joy Method™ helped her trade perfection for peace. Her story is a reminder that joy isn’t something you chase “out there”, it’s something you cultivate in the middle of real life.Expect real talk, grounded wisdom, and practical ways to rekindle your joy and power, right where you are!In this episode, we explore:How The Joy Method™ supports calm and clarity in motherhoodLetting go of “perfect” and finding peace in the presentMotherhood as sacred, world-changing workSimple daily tools to bring yourself back to joyThe power of lighting up your world from the inside outConnect with Karla Rice:Website: http://www.karlaricewellness.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nourishing-You-Kindly-461216804629436/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karlaricewellness/ Become a Certified Joy Facilitator  https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programJoin The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nest Interested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecher LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/ Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/ Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/

Ever catch yourself feeling stuck, anxious, or just kind of flat? What if the quickest way to shift your energy and call in more of what you want is already right here, within you?In this episode of The Joy Journey Podcast, we’re exploring the real power of gratitude. Not the buzzword kind, the embodied, science-backed, Joy Method kind that helps you move from meh to magnetic.You’ll learn how gratitude can change your frequency, boost your mood in minutes, and open the door to abundance that actually feels good to receive.Let’s flip the script, raise your vibe, and turn gratitude into your secret superpower.Inside this episode:How to use gratitude to manifest your dream lifeThe “G-tude” practice to feel good fastThe art of celebrating yourself and raising your vibrationTurning gratitude from concept to daily joy habitUsing gratitude to pull yourself out of negativityHow gratitude fits inside The Joy Method™ for ultimate alignment and flowBecome a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programJoin The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nestInterested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Thanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

Ever notice how draining the old models of leadership can be?The pushing, the forcing, the hustle… it’s no wonder so many leaders are running on empty.In this episode, we’re flipping that script. We’ll explore Joy Leadership as a fresh, soul-aligned way of leading from the inside out. It’s about overflow, not depletion. Realness, not perfection. Alignment, not exhaustion.I’ll walk you through the Joy Leadership Formula and share practical tools from The Joy Method™ to help you anchor into your well-being, show up with authenticity, and inspire others simply by being who you are.This is leadership that feels sustainable, authentic, and alive.✨ Inside this episode:Leading and inspiring through authenticity (no masks, no facades)Tools to prioritize your well-being and protect your energyHow Joy unlocks more impact and fulfillment in life + leadershipWhat it means to truly “walk the walk” with your valuesA new model of leadership rooted in alignmentBuilding brave spaces where vulnerability is strengthThe Joy Leadership Formula and how to use it nowIt’s time to ditch the burnout and embody a more Joyful way forward!Become a Certified Joy Facilitator https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programJoin The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nestInterested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Thanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!

Feeling ungrounded by hormonal chaos? Join me on The Joy Journey Podcast as I welcome Dr. Brianna Lutz, a Naturopathic Doctor specializing in women's health, fertility, and hormone resilience. Dr. B shares her personal journey from aspiring conventional doctor to passionate advocate for natural healing and helping women reclaim clarity and agency over their bodies. An empowering conversation about navigating hormone challenges where we talk about the truth behind hormone replacement therapy, and practical tips for grounding yourself and finding Joy in every phase of life.In this episode, we cover: Working with your hormones instead of feeling controlled by themGrounding techniques to stay centered amidst hormonal chaosThe truth about hormone replacement therapy and natural alternativesReclaiming agency and freedom over your bodyDr. B's inspiring story of choosing authenticity over conventionExpert insights into supporting women's health through every transitionThe connection between your cycle and the seasons of natureCommon myths about women's health and hormonesConnect with Dr. Briana Lutz:Website: http://drbrianalutz.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbrianalutz/Join The Joy NestYour soft place to land, align, and manifest your dream life.https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/the-joy-nestBecome a Certified Joy Facilitatorhttps://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-programInterested in building your business with Joy? Work 1:1 with Jillian: https://jillianschecher.com/mentorshipConnect with Jillian:Website: https://jillianschecher.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianschecher/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joyfullivingwithjillianschecherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianschecher/Learn more about Joy:The Academy of Joyful Living: https://www.theacademyofjoyfulliving.com/Ready to Practice Joy Daily?Grab a Copy of The Daily Joy Journal: https://thedailyjoyjournal.com/Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/Thanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in any and all aspects of their lives. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead. See you then!