The Joy Journey Podcast invites you into a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live a life filled with Joy, purpose, and authenticity. Hosted by Jillian Schecher—creator of The Joy Method, author of The Daily Joy Journal, and lead facilitator of The Joy Sessions—this podcast unpacks the true essence of Joy beyond fleeting happiness. Through candid conversations, transformative insights, and practical tools, Jillian guides listeners to navigate life’s challenges with mindfulness and resilience. Each episode brings real conversations, inspiring stories, and actionable insights designed to help you navigate life’s ups and downs with a mindset rooted in well-being, mindfulness, and personal empowerment. Designed for leaders, seekers, and anyone ready to reconnect with their purpose, The Joy Journey offers a roadmap filled with inspiration to help you wake up to a life you love.If you’re ready to experience Joy not as a fleeting feeling but as a foundational part of your journey, this podcast is for you.
19. Profits, Burnout & Nervous System-Smart Business: Real Talk with Staci Millard
Episode 19
Wednesday, June 18, 2025 • Duration 44:11
What if building a profitable business could feel good and support your nervous system too?
In this honest episode, accountant and CEO of Thrive Accounting, Staci Millard, joins Jillian for a conversation that’s part finance, part embodiment, and all about redefining what success really looks like.
With raw reflections on burnout, boundary-setting, and how her own $400K business mistake became one of her greatest teachers, Staci opens up about building a values-led firm, empowering small businesses, and giving back—without sacrificing your peace. If you’ve ever struggled with the pressure to do more, be more, and earn more at the cost of your well-being, this one will land deep.
In this episode, we cover:
The 3 non-negotiables Staci believes every successful business needs
How Thrive Accounting restructured fees to prioritize impact and community
The math and mindset behind being profitable as a purpose-driven entrepreneur
What burnout taught Staci about boundaries and success
Sacred discipline and learning to find joy on the other side of discomfort
Using nervous system awareness in business decisions and communication
How to challenge yourself without falling into shame
Real talk on money scarcity, community support, and resilience after losing $400K
Why your greatest freedom might come from your biggest mistakes
18. The Power of Self-Celebration: Why It’s Time to Throw Confetti for Yourself
Episode 18
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 • Duration 26:57
When was the last time you celebrated yourself?
In this solo episode, I’m diving into the magic and power of self-celebration. This isn’t about toxic positivity or brushing things under the rug—it’s about learning how to honour your growth, recognize your wins (big or small), and anchor Joy into your everyday life.
I talk about why celebration is actually a part of the practice of Joy, how it connects to self-worth and magnetism, and why waiting for a “big enough” milestone is keeping us stuck.
Whether you're celebrating a major accomplishment or just making it through a hard week, this episode will inspire you to throw confetti for yourself now, not later!
In this episode, we cover:
The importance of beginning within and celebrating ourselves
Why we’ve been conditioned to downplay our wins
How self-celebration is linked to joy, self-worth, and manifestation
Simple ways I celebrate—even without a reason or a budget
The self-celebration ties into The Joy Method
A guided visualization to reconnect with your heart
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10 Part 1. Family Secrets, Spiritual Gifts & the Power of Telling the Truth with Mandy Trapp
Episode 10
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 • Duration 01:02:50
What if the pain you’ve been carrying is the key to unlocking your purpose?
In this raw and real episode, I sit down with one of my dearest friends, Mandy Trapp, for a deeply personal conversation about trauma, healing, and the truth she’s held in silence for decades.
Mandy—an internationally recognized meditation and mindfulness expert—shares her story publicly for the first time, opening up about a family secret that shaped her entire childhood. She reflects on how this trauma not only marked her early years but also activated her intuitive and spiritual gifts, leading her to the profound work she does today as a teacher, guide, and healer.
This is a story of reclaiming power, finding freedom in vulnerability, and transforming pain into purpose.
In this episode, we cover:
Mandy’s early experience with trauma and secrecy
How trauma can catalyze spiritual awakening and intuitive gifts
What it means to live in chronic fear
The pivotal moment she realized she’d been meditating all along
Her journey into yoga, mindfulness, and spiritual service
The healing power of sharing your story and releasing shame
The difference between pain and suffering—and the opportunity to take your power back
09. Choosing Presence & Leading with Heart with Dr. Kara Otuomagie
Episode 9
Wednesday, March 26, 2025 • Duration 45:59
What happens when your identity is rooted in doing—but life calls you to simply be?
In this episode, I sit down with the inspiring Dr. Kara Otuomagie—chiropractor, community leader, Ironman athlete, and founder of Kinetic Living, a multidisciplinary health clinic in Edmonton.
We talk about what it really means to slow down, step into self-trust, and lead from a place of presence. Kara shares how her journey began with caretaking at a young age, how she learned to redefine service, and why building community and connection became the cornerstone of her mission.
This episode is a powerful reminder that sometimes your biggest achievements come from the moments you’re forced to sit in discomfort and listen.
In this episode, we cover:
Kara’s journey from caretaker to chiropractor and entrepreneur
The origin story of Kinetic Living and the power of community support
How doing an Ironman became a spiritual and personal reckoning
Navigating injury and what it taught her about identity
The emotional growth that comes from stepping away from toxic relationships
What it means to lead quietly, intuitively, and wholeheartedly
The joy of reconnecting with your inner child and choosing presence over productivity
08. Embracing Intuition, Change & Soul Alignment with Sheetal Story
Episode 8
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 • Duration 46:02
What if the changes you fear the most are actually leading you to your greatest alignment?
In this episode, I sit down with my soul sister, Sheetal Story – Psychic Medium, Spiritual Grief Support Counselor and Professional Astrologer, to explore what it truly means to trust your intuition, embrace transformation, and walk your soul’s path with courage.
If you’ve ever felt the push to trust your inner knowing or struggled with letting go of what no longer serves you, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, we cover:
Why intuition is a skill anyone can develop
The importance of white space for creative expansion
Overcoming burnout and learning to trust divine timing
How leaving a “secure” career led Sheetal to her true calling
What if there was a simple, repeatable method to help you feel better—regardless of what life throws your way?
In this episode, I’m sharing The Joy Method™ – my step-by-step process designed to help you shift your thoughts, align with your desires, and cultivate lasting joy. It’s designed to help you take real, aligned action to co-create the life you want.
The Joy Method™ is a blend of everything I’ve learned—from cognitive behavioral psychology and mindfulness to the law of attraction and my own personal journey. It’s the foundation of my work and something I teach and use every day to help myself and others feel better, manifest our dreams, and step fully into Joy. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself or your Joy, this episode is for you!
In this episode, I cover:
The story behind The Joy Method™ and how it all began
Why Joy requires action (and how to take inspired steps)
The 7 key steps of The Joy Method™
How to shift your thoughts and raise your vibration
Using Joy as a manifestation method
Trusting the process and surrendering to ease
Practical ways to integrate The Joy Method™ into your daily life
In this solo episode, I dive deep into what it truly means to practice Joy and why it's so much more than just pursuing happiness. We’ll explore the difference between fleeting happiness and lasting joy, and I offer guidance on how to make joy your number one priority.
Whether you're feeling disconnected, struggling with guilt about feeling good, or simply curious about deepening your practice, this episode offers insights and practical tips on making Joy your foundation.
In this episode, we cover:
The difference between happiness and Joy
Why you don’t need to strive so much
How to use contrast and challenges as guides for clarity
How to give yourself permission to feel good, even when life is difficult
05. Leading with Love: Cecilia Kissel’s Heart & Home Journey
Episode 5
Wednesday, February 26, 2025 • Duration 49:09
In this heartwarming conversation with Cecilia Kissel, we dive into what it means to create an authentic life filled with purpose, intention, and JOY! From her journey as an "accidental influencer" to building a hobby farm and launching a new community focused on wellness, Cecilia shares how embracing your truth can lead to the most aligned opportunities.
Through stories of motherhood, social media boundaries, and finding joy in daily rituals, Cecilia reveals how the smallest steps toward authentic living can create the biggest impact. Her approach to balancing family life while pursuing personal dreams shows us that we don't have to choose between our different roles—we can create harmony that feels true to who we are.
Whether you're a busy parent looking to prioritize wellness, someone seeking to build more authentic connections, or ready to embrace your own unique path, this conversation will inspire you to find joy in the simple things while dreaming bigger.
In this episode, we cover:
Creating boundaries around social media and family life
04 Part 2. The Making of a Visionary with Kristina Botelho
Episode 4
Thursday, February 20, 2025 • Duration 39:28
In this powerful second part of our conversation with KB & Co. founder Kristina Botelho, we go even deeper into the raw realities of entrepreneurship, spiritual guidance, and the courage it takes to trust your journey—especially when faced with tough decisions.
From manifesting unexpected cheques to making the difficult choice to close her Kelowna location, Kristina opens up about the highs and lows of building a business while staying true to her values. Through stories of divine intervention, the art of receiving, and the creation of the Bravehearts Collective, she reveals how life’s greatest challenges often lead to our most aligned opportunities.
In this episode, we cover:
How to trust divine guidance in business decisions
04 Part 1. The Making of a Visionary with Kristina Botelho
Episode 4
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 • Duration 41:00
In this powerful conversation with visionary entrepreneur Kristina Botelho, founder of kb&co, we dive deep into an incredible journey of resilience, divine guidance, and unwavering determination.
From sleeping on park benches at age 11 to building a plant-based empire, Kristina shares raw truths about turning adversity into purpose. Through stories of teen motherhood, franchise leadership, and spiritual protection, Kristina reveals how trusting your path—even when you can't see where it's leading—can transform challenge into opportunity.
Whether you're facing adversity, building a business, or ready to trust your own divine guidance, this conversation will inspire you to believe in the power of persistence and the reality of divine protection.
In this episode, we cover:
How early trauma can shape your drive for success
The power of visualization and manifestation from a young age
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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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
