Finding Joy Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/finding-your-joy-spot Podcast Description Finding Joy is a podcast about what it means to truly live. Because too many of us are building lives around who we think we should be instead of who we really are. Hosted by speaker, leadership facilitator, coach, and author Leona deVinne, Finding Joy explores the conversations that help us reconnect with ourselves, find the courage to stop performing, and start living with authenticity, not apology. Through honest conversations, powerful stories, and practical insights grounded in psychology, neuroscience, leadership, and lived experience, Leona explores what helps us live with greater clarity, confidence, courage, and meaning. Some episodes feature ordinary people navigating extraordinary circumstances. Others unpack ideas around identity, resilience, burnout, confidence, boundaries, leadership, relationships and what it takes to create a life that actually feels like your own. Because joy is not something we chase. It is often what finds us when we finally own who we are. © 2026 Leona deVinne 51b9b56d-e9b8-519b-a72b-26014cc66270 no en Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:07:59 -0600 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:20:20 -0600 https://www.leonadevinne.com https://img.transistorcdn.com/VxGKYgKvD8OqXmi-lS--L4WvQ3SkJMnM5OrvmXbRI3I/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS80MzNl/MDBkMTk3N2ZiYzE4/NzBhZGY5NWQ0YTJm/Mjc0ZC5qcGc.jpg Finding Joy https://www.leonadevinne.com episodic Leona deVinne Podcast Description Finding Joy is a podcast about what it means to truly live. Because too many of us are building lives around who we think we should be instead of who we really are. Hosted by speaker, leadership facilitator, coach, and author Leona deVinne, Finding Joy explores the conversations that help us reconnect with ourselves, find the courage to stop performing, and start living with authenticity, not apology. Through honest conversations, powerful stories, and practical insights grounded in psychology, neuroscience, leadership, and lived experience, Leona explores what helps us live with greater clarity, confidence, courage, and meaning. Some episodes feature ordinary people navigating extraordinary circumstances. Others unpack ideas around identity, resilience, burnout, confidence, boundaries, leadership, relationships and what it takes to create a life that actually feels like your own. Because joy is not something we chase. It is often what finds us when we finally own who we are. Podcast Description Finding Joy is a podcast about what it means to truly live. joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, Leona deVinne leona@leonadevinne.com No No Is It Okay to Want What You Want? 18 18 Is It Okay to Want What You Want? full c588b0ce-b9a0-429b-852b-19d06bee6d67 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8167d52a Ever notice how the moment you let yourself truly want something, shame shows up like an uninvited guest? What feels like selfish desire might actually be your inner wisdom trying to guide you toward the life you're meant to live.


In this episode, Leona explores the "shame slough" – that murky, uncomfortable space between wanting something and actually pursuing it. You'll discover why vulnerability feels so gross, how shame uses the "who do you think you are?" message to keep us small, and the crucial difference between surviving in a straitjacket versus thriving in alignment with what truly matters.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Wanting what you want isn't as simple as it sounds

(01:35) Why "who do you think you are?" hits women extra hard

(02:13) When taking Fridays off becomes an act of courage

(04:21) Patterns that feel like solid ground become straitjackets

(06:21) What happens when shame drives shotgun with vulnerability

(08:34) Why permission is your bridge across the stinky slough

(11:25) How to notice thoughts as data, not danger

(12:40) The difference between "I am bad" and "I did something bad"

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

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The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Ever notice how the moment you let yourself truly want something, shame shows up like an uninvited guest? What feels like selfish desire might actually be your inner wisdom trying to guide you toward the life you're meant to live.


In this episode, Leona explores the "shame slough" – that murky, uncomfortable space between wanting something and actually pursuing it. You'll discover why vulnerability feels so gross, how shame uses the "who do you think you are?" message to keep us small, and the crucial difference between surviving in a straitjacket versus thriving in alignment with what truly matters.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Wanting what you want isn't as simple as it sounds

(01:35) Why "who do you think you are?" hits women extra hard

(02:13) When taking Fridays off becomes an act of courage

(04:21) Patterns that feel like solid ground become straitjackets

(06:21) What happens when shame drives shotgun with vulnerability

(08:34) Why permission is your bridge across the stinky slough

(11:25) How to notice thoughts as data, not danger

(12:40) The difference between "I am bad" and "I did something bad"

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Wed, 03 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 852 Ever notice how the moment you let yourself truly want something, shame shows up like an uninvited guest? What feels like selfish desire might actually be your inner wisdom trying to guide you toward the life you're meant to live.


In this episode, Leona explores the "shame slough" – that murky, uncomfortable space between wanting something and actually pursuing it. You'll discover why vulnerability feels so gross, how shame uses the "who do you think you are?" message to keep us small, and the crucial difference between surviving in a straitjacket versus thriving in alignment with what truly matters.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Wanting what you want isn't as simple as it sounds

(01:35) Why "who do you think you are?" hits women extra hard

(02:13) When taking Fridays off becomes an act of courage

(04:21) Patterns that feel like solid ground become straitjackets

(06:21) What happens when shame drives shotgun with vulnerability

(08:34) Why permission is your bridge across the stinky slough

(11:25) How to notice thoughts as data, not danger

(12:40) The difference between "I am bad" and "I did something bad"

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Nourishment Over Numbers: Finding Food Freedom in Midlife 17 17 Nourishment Over Numbers: Finding Food Freedom in Midlife full a0940b9d-2f5c-4a5b-b3fa-88648b3b5cff https://share.transistor.fm/s/63c968b1 Registered dietitian Kristyn Hall reveals why midlife demands we abandon the calorie-counting games of our younger years and embrace a radically different approach to nourishment – one that prioritizes elevation over manipulation.


In this conversation, Kristyn introduces her two-bucket framework for supporting women through midlife nutrition challenges, from ending "calorie hoarding" to understanding why our bodies need more fuel, not less, during biological transitions. You'll discover why three consistent meals can stop the 3 p.m. craving wars and how to shift from nutritional math to nutritional grace.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:53) Why midlife bodies need nourishment for elevation, not manipulation

(04:46) How to end the calorie hoarding game that leaves you battling cravings

(08:15) Why fiber isn't just about pooping – it's about metabolic health

(11:13) The biggest mistake women make: trying to diet through biological transitions  

(15:29) How self-compassion becomes the foundation for sustainable change

(16:48) When intuitive eating works (and when it doesn't) in midlife

(20:53) What every woman on GLP-1s needs to know about nutrition

(24:11) Simple hydration truths that aren't about carrying gallon jugs

(27:42) The 60-second shift from food fear to body joy

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Registered dietitian Kristyn Hall reveals why midlife demands we abandon the calorie-counting games of our younger years and embrace a radically different approach to nourishment – one that prioritizes elevation over manipulation.


In this conversation, Kristyn introduces her two-bucket framework for supporting women through midlife nutrition challenges, from ending "calorie hoarding" to understanding why our bodies need more fuel, not less, during biological transitions. You'll discover why three consistent meals can stop the 3 p.m. craving wars and how to shift from nutritional math to nutritional grace.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:53) Why midlife bodies need nourishment for elevation, not manipulation

(04:46) How to end the calorie hoarding game that leaves you battling cravings

(08:15) Why fiber isn't just about pooping – it's about metabolic health

(11:13) The biggest mistake women make: trying to diet through biological transitions  

(15:29) How self-compassion becomes the foundation for sustainable change

(16:48) When intuitive eating works (and when it doesn't) in midlife

(20:53) What every woman on GLP-1s needs to know about nutrition

(24:11) Simple hydration truths that aren't about carrying gallon jugs

(27:42) The 60-second shift from food fear to body joy

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Wed, 20 May 2026 03:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 1803 Registered dietitian Kristyn Hall reveals why midlife demands we abandon the calorie-counting games of our younger years and embrace a radically different approach to nourishment – one that prioritizes elevation over manipulation.


In this conversation, Kristyn introduces her two-bucket framework for supporting women through midlife nutrition challenges, from ending "calorie hoarding" to understanding why our bodies need more fuel, not less, during biological transitions. You'll discover why three consistent meals can stop the 3 p.m. craving wars and how to shift from nutritional math to nutritional grace.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:53) Why midlife bodies need nourishment for elevation, not manipulation

(04:46) How to end the calorie hoarding game that leaves you battling cravings

(08:15) Why fiber isn't just about pooping – it's about metabolic health

(11:13) The biggest mistake women make: trying to diet through biological transitions  

(15:29) How self-compassion becomes the foundation for sustainable change

(16:48) When intuitive eating works (and when it doesn't) in midlife

(20:53) What every woman on GLP-1s needs to know about nutrition

(24:11) Simple hydration truths that aren't about carrying gallon jugs

(27:42) The 60-second shift from food fear to body joy

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Beyond the To-Do List: Discovering What Actually Matters 16 16 Beyond the To-Do List: Discovering What Actually Matters full 0d4fcd93-9e84-4c7f-b912-09f7c7adbc48 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bd192bb3 What if everything racing through your mind right now – your endless to-do list, that low hum of urgency – doesn't actually matter as much as you think? Research shows that our dopamine-driven, checkbox mentality can become as addictive as a slot machine, keeping us productive but rarely fulfilled.


Arthur Brooks' groundbreaking happiness research reveals three pillars that create genuine meaning: coherence (why life unfolds as it does), purpose (why you're here), and significance (how you want to make a difference). When we shift from survival mode to intentional living, we discover that joy becomes both our North Star and compass.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:38) Why your current mental chatter might not matter as much as you think

(01:35) How our brains become addicted to the dopamine hit of to-do lists

(03:39) The life-changing shift from "to-do" to "to-be" thinking

(06:20) Arthur Brooks' three pillars of meaningful living

(07:58) Why having a framework for life's challenges protects mental health

(09:24) How joy becomes both your North Star and compass for authentic living

(12:17) Powerful questions to uncover your coherence, purpose, and significance

(13:52) The legacy-defining exercise of identifying your two core values

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> What if everything racing through your mind right now – your endless to-do list, that low hum of urgency – doesn't actually matter as much as you think? Research shows that our dopamine-driven, checkbox mentality can become as addictive as a slot machine, keeping us productive but rarely fulfilled.


Arthur Brooks' groundbreaking happiness research reveals three pillars that create genuine meaning: coherence (why life unfolds as it does), purpose (why you're here), and significance (how you want to make a difference). When we shift from survival mode to intentional living, we discover that joy becomes both our North Star and compass.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:38) Why your current mental chatter might not matter as much as you think

(01:35) How our brains become addicted to the dopamine hit of to-do lists

(03:39) The life-changing shift from "to-do" to "to-be" thinking

(06:20) Arthur Brooks' three pillars of meaningful living

(07:58) Why having a framework for life's challenges protects mental health

(09:24) How joy becomes both your North Star and compass for authentic living

(12:17) Powerful questions to uncover your coherence, purpose, and significance

(13:52) The legacy-defining exercise of identifying your two core values

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 1017 What if everything racing through your mind right now – your endless to-do list, that low hum of urgency – doesn't actually matter as much as you think? Research shows that our dopamine-driven, checkbox mentality can become as addictive as a slot machine, keeping us productive but rarely fulfilled.


Arthur Brooks' groundbreaking happiness research reveals three pillars that create genuine meaning: coherence (why life unfolds as it does), purpose (why you're here), and significance (how you want to make a difference). When we shift from survival mode to intentional living, we discover that joy becomes both our North Star and compass.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:38) Why your current mental chatter might not matter as much as you think

(01:35) How our brains become addicted to the dopamine hit of to-do lists

(03:39) The life-changing shift from "to-do" to "to-be" thinking

(06:20) Arthur Brooks' three pillars of meaningful living

(07:58) Why having a framework for life's challenges protects mental health

(09:24) How joy becomes both your North Star and compass for authentic living

(12:17) Powerful questions to uncover your coherence, purpose, and significance

(13:52) The legacy-defining exercise of identifying your two core values

The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Be Unapologetically You: A Ballerina's Journey to Authentic Living 15 15 Be Unapologetically You: A Ballerina's Journey to Authentic Living full 501781ab-249d-4ac0-b2a4-9f7713b425ba https://share.transistor.fm/s/ee26820a What happens when life forces you to completely reinvent yourself in your thirties? Leadership coach and former principal ballerina Kerrie Alanen discovered that losing everything she thought defined her was actually the key to finding who she really was.


In this thoughtful conversation, Kerrie shares her journey from the stage to the boardroom, revealing the research-backed practices that helped her transform a devastating career loss into authentic living. You’ll discover why being “unapologetically you” isn’t just feel-good advice; it’s supported by science at a cellular level, helping rewire your brain for long-term well-being.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Why losing your identity can become your greatest gift

(04:10) How success as a high performer nearly cost everything that mattered

(07:31) When a hip replacement becomes the doorway to authentic living

(11:40) Why the most resilient people ask this one powerful question about breaking points

(15:21) How to embrace being weird and wonderful without losing connection

(19:05) The “hot stove” moment: recognizing when your values are violated

(22:34) Simple practices that support rewiring your brain for joy (hint: it’s not complicated)

(26:21) What hugging teenage boys teaches us about savouring the good

(27:39) The cellular science behind being unapologetically you


Links mentioned in this episode:

Kerrie Alanen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrie-alanen-27607417/ 


The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> What happens when life forces you to completely reinvent yourself in your thirties? Leadership coach and former principal ballerina Kerrie Alanen discovered that losing everything she thought defined her was actually the key to finding who she really was.


In this thoughtful conversation, Kerrie shares her journey from the stage to the boardroom, revealing the research-backed practices that helped her transform a devastating career loss into authentic living. You’ll discover why being “unapologetically you” isn’t just feel-good advice; it’s supported by science at a cellular level, helping rewire your brain for long-term well-being.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Why losing your identity can become your greatest gift

(04:10) How success as a high performer nearly cost everything that mattered

(07:31) When a hip replacement becomes the doorway to authentic living

(11:40) Why the most resilient people ask this one powerful question about breaking points

(15:21) How to embrace being weird and wonderful without losing connection

(19:05) The “hot stove” moment: recognizing when your values are violated

(22:34) Simple practices that support rewiring your brain for joy (hint: it’s not complicated)

(26:21) What hugging teenage boys teaches us about savouring the good

(27:39) The cellular science behind being unapologetically you


Links mentioned in this episode:

Kerrie Alanen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrie-alanen-27607417/ 


The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 1763 What happens when life forces you to completely reinvent yourself in your thirties? Leadership coach and former principal ballerina Kerrie Alanen discovered that losing everything she thought defined her was actually the key to finding who she really was.


In this thoughtful conversation, Kerrie shares her journey from the stage to the boardroom, revealing the research-backed practices that helped her transform a devastating career loss into authentic living. You’ll discover why being “unapologetically you” isn’t just feel-good advice; it’s supported by science at a cellular level, helping rewire your brain for long-term well-being.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Why losing your identity can become your greatest gift

(04:10) How success as a high performer nearly cost everything that mattered

(07:31) When a hip replacement becomes the doorway to authentic living

(11:40) Why the most resilient people ask this one powerful question about breaking points

(15:21) How to embrace being weird and wonderful without losing connection

(19:05) The “hot stove” moment: recognizing when your values are violated

(22:34) Simple practices that support rewiring your brain for joy (hint: it’s not complicated)

(26:21) What hugging teenage boys teaches us about savouring the good

(27:39) The cellular science behind being unapologetically you


Links mentioned in this episode:

Kerrie Alanen on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrie-alanen-27607417/ 


The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Clarity, Confidence, Courage: The Map to Joyful Living 14 14 Clarity, Confidence, Courage: The Map to Joyful Living full 22a992ae-7be5-4b3a-bc4f-fa3ee22e4e4c https://share.transistor.fm/s/e2192494 Why do so many of us struggle to live authentically, even when we know who we are deep down? Leona deVinne reveals that finding joy isn't about positive thinking or life hacks – it's about doing the brave work of owning who you really are.


Through the JOY framework and three powerful personas, this episode provides a research-backed roadmap from clarity to confidence to courage. You'll discover why we choose belonging over authenticity and learn practical ways to stop living as "adult software running on childhood algorithms."


In this episode, we explore:

(00:38) Why authenticity is the bravest work we'll ever do

(01:23) How childhood attachment needs shape adult behavior 

(03:05) Why we choose belonging over being real

(05:33) Grace as the pathway to true self-clarity

(08:04) The five-minute writing practice for self-discovery

(10:23) How to practice self-compassion like a loving friend

(12:15) Why joy requires courage over comfort

(14:38) The 5% braver question that changes everything


The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> Why do so many of us struggle to live authentically, even when we know who we are deep down? Leona deVinne reveals that finding joy isn't about positive thinking or life hacks – it's about doing the brave work of owning who you really are.


Through the JOY framework and three powerful personas, this episode provides a research-backed roadmap from clarity to confidence to courage. You'll discover why we choose belonging over authenticity and learn practical ways to stop living as "adult software running on childhood algorithms."


In this episode, we explore:

(00:38) Why authenticity is the bravest work we'll ever do

(01:23) How childhood attachment needs shape adult behavior 

(03:05) Why we choose belonging over being real

(05:33) Grace as the pathway to true self-clarity

(08:04) The five-minute writing practice for self-discovery

(10:23) How to practice self-compassion like a loving friend

(12:15) Why joy requires courage over comfort

(14:38) The 5% braver question that changes everything


The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:52:13 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 898 Why do so many of us struggle to live authentically, even when we know who we are deep down? Leona deVinne reveals that finding joy isn't about positive thinking or life hacks – it's about doing the brave work of owning who you really are.


Through the JOY framework and three powerful personas, this episode provides a research-backed roadmap from clarity to confidence to courage. You'll discover why we choose belonging over authenticity and learn practical ways to stop living as "adult software running on childhood algorithms."


In this episode, we explore:

(00:38) Why authenticity is the bravest work we'll ever do

(01:23) How childhood attachment needs shape adult behavior 

(03:05) Why we choose belonging over being real

(05:33) Grace as the pathway to true self-clarity

(08:04) The five-minute writing practice for self-discovery

(10:23) How to practice self-compassion like a loving friend

(12:15) Why joy requires courage over comfort

(14:38) The 5% braver question that changes everything


The JOY Journey


The JOY Journey is an online space for women ready to reconnect, reset, and grow – at your own pace or alongside a supportive community.


What you get:

  • 10 emails each month with simple, research-backed tools
  • Guided meditations, journalling prompts, and practical techniques
  • Ongoing support designed to help changes actually stick
  • Access to a dedicated app with all content anytime


Community option:

  • Live sessions twice a month (1 hour)
  • Reflect, write, and connect with others on the same path
  • Fridays at 11:30 MT


If something in this episode resonated, this is your next step.


Get 30% off as a Finding Joy listener:

https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Why Trauma and Illness Can Clarify What Matters Most with Rod Miller 13 13 Why Trauma and Illness Can Clarify What Matters Most with Rod Miller full 93d05026-4063-454c-a883-2cbc2a929b6c https://share.transistor.fm/s/021c00bc What if everything you chased – success, validation, achievement – wasn’t what truly mattered?


Leona deVinne sits down with her partner, Rod Miller, to explore how trauma, identity, and a life-changing cancer diagnosis reshaped his definition of fulfilment. Rod shares raw reflections on resilience, healing, and letting go of inherited expectations. Together, they unpack how adversity can clarify what matters most: relationships, health, and living in alignment with who you really are.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Prioritizing what truly matters

(05:28) Redefining success and priorities

(06:49) Finding meaning beyond traditional success

(09:32) Childhood trauma that shaped identity

(13:05) Purpose, leadership and legacy

(17:19) Turning adversity into growth

(22:32) Understanding identity through early life

(25:27) Creating a meaningful life

(26:49) Choosing to be true to yourself


Links mentioned in this episode:

Rod Miller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodmiller/ 


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com/

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot 

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> What if everything you chased – success, validation, achievement – wasn’t what truly mattered?


Leona deVinne sits down with her partner, Rod Miller, to explore how trauma, identity, and a life-changing cancer diagnosis reshaped his definition of fulfilment. Rod shares raw reflections on resilience, healing, and letting go of inherited expectations. Together, they unpack how adversity can clarify what matters most: relationships, health, and living in alignment with who you really are.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Prioritizing what truly matters

(05:28) Redefining success and priorities

(06:49) Finding meaning beyond traditional success

(09:32) Childhood trauma that shaped identity

(13:05) Purpose, leadership and legacy

(17:19) Turning adversity into growth

(22:32) Understanding identity through early life

(25:27) Creating a meaningful life

(26:49) Choosing to be true to yourself


Links mentioned in this episode:

Rod Miller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodmiller/ 


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com/

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot 

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 1822 What if everything you chased – success, validation, achievement – wasn’t what truly mattered?


Leona deVinne sits down with her partner, Rod Miller, to explore how trauma, identity, and a life-changing cancer diagnosis reshaped his definition of fulfilment. Rod shares raw reflections on resilience, healing, and letting go of inherited expectations. Together, they unpack how adversity can clarify what matters most: relationships, health, and living in alignment with who you really are.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Prioritizing what truly matters

(05:28) Redefining success and priorities

(06:49) Finding meaning beyond traditional success

(09:32) Childhood trauma that shaped identity

(13:05) Purpose, leadership and legacy

(17:19) Turning adversity into growth

(22:32) Understanding identity through early life

(25:27) Creating a meaningful life

(26:49) Choosing to be true to yourself


Links mentioned in this episode:

Rod Miller on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rodmiller/ 


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com/

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot 

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No The 3 Ps of Resilience The 3 Ps of Resilience bonus 9f806828-38fa-48e8-9b17-1504f7b1ef4d https://share.transistor.fm/s/217cd2d9 Ever had a day where joy felt impossible to find? In this minisode, I unpack the ‘3 Ps’ of resilient people, from Martin Seligman.


Next time life gets messy – remember the key takeaway: Check your thinking, stay centered, and come back to joy. You’ve got this.


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> Ever had a day where joy felt impossible to find? In this minisode, I unpack the ‘3 Ps’ of resilient people, from Martin Seligman.


Next time life gets messy – remember the key takeaway: Check your thinking, stay centered, and come back to joy. You’ve got this.


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> Tue, 10 Mar 2026 02:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 1822 Ever had a day where joy felt impossible to find? In this minisode, I unpack the ‘3 Ps’ of resilient people, from Martin Seligman.


Next time life gets messy – remember the key takeaway: Check your thinking, stay centered, and come back to joy. You’ve got this.


Connect with Finding Joy:

Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com 

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww 

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot  

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Just Own You: The Real Meaning of JOY 12 12 Just Own You: The Real Meaning of JOY full 4c3e9301-0b11-4da4-bdac-e3cd7affb437 https://share.transistor.fm/s/094fae31 Welcome to Finding Joy! In this season’s opening episode, I provide a candid exploration of my own relationship with joy – especially how it shows up in life’s messiest moments.  Tune in as I share my philosophy: joy isn’t about ignoring pain or spreading superficial positivity, but rather it’s deeply linked to authenticity, meaning, and finding purpose even when circumstances are tough.


Through stories, science, and soulful discussion, this episode sets the stage for a season committed to helping listeners Just Own You – the acronym for JOY discovered in a moment of self-reflection.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:09) The power of joy in challenging times

(04:03) The true nature of joy

(04:54) The power of unfinished conversations

(06:27) Owning yourself

(07:16) Embracing authenticity


Links mentioned in this episode:

Brené Brown


Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com/

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot 

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Welcome to Finding Joy! In this season’s opening episode, I provide a candid exploration of my own relationship with joy – especially how it shows up in life’s messiest moments.  Tune in as I share my philosophy: joy isn’t about ignoring pain or spreading superficial positivity, but rather it’s deeply linked to authenticity, meaning, and finding purpose even when circumstances are tough.


Through stories, science, and soulful discussion, this episode sets the stage for a season committed to helping listeners Just Own You – the acronym for JOY discovered in a moment of self-reflection.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:09) The power of joy in challenging times

(04:03) The true nature of joy

(04:54) The power of unfinished conversations

(06:27) Owning yourself

(07:16) Embracing authenticity


Links mentioned in this episode:

Brené Brown


Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com/

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot 

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0700 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 564 Welcome to Finding Joy! In this season’s opening episode, I provide a candid exploration of my own relationship with joy – especially how it shows up in life’s messiest moments.  Tune in as I share my philosophy: joy isn’t about ignoring pain or spreading superficial positivity, but rather it’s deeply linked to authenticity, meaning, and finding purpose even when circumstances are tough.


Through stories, science, and soulful discussion, this episode sets the stage for a season committed to helping listeners Just Own You – the acronym for JOY discovered in a moment of self-reflection.


In this episode, we explore:

(00:00) Introduction

(02:09) The power of joy in challenging times

(04:03) The true nature of joy

(04:54) The power of unfinished conversations

(06:27) Owning yourself

(07:16) Embracing authenticity


Links mentioned in this episode:

Brené Brown


Website: https://www.leonadevinne.com and https://devillepartners.com/

Subscribe for weekly emails: https://ghl.devillepartners.com/widget/form/Dvb9FUenar3xybDTFeww

The JOY Journey https://go.leonadevinne.com/the-joy-journey-landing-page 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejoyspot 

Finding Your Joy Spot Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991707583 

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No The Vulnerability Hangover 11 11 The Vulnerability Hangover full 89c33ba5-7a4e-449d-bf94-95942a722913 https://share.transistor.fm/s/465fb878 🎙️ Finding Your Joy Spot with Leona deVinne
Episode Title: The Vulnerability Hangover
Length: 5–6 minutes

💡 Episode Summary

What does The Lion King have to do with courage, self-doubt, and grace?

In this honest and relatable episode, author and guide Leona deVinne shares a story about waking up with what Brené Brown calls a vulnerability hangover, that moment when bravery feels more like panic than power.

From nearly “throwing in the towel” to being reminded (by both her coach and Mufasa) to remember who you are, Leona takes us inside a morning of stretching, self-doubt, and grace.

She reminds us that bravery doesn’t always look bold; sometimes it looks like rolling out your yoga mat when you want to hide, listening for the still, small voice that says remember, and choosing not to back down when the stretch feels uncomfortable.

Because this is the art of not giving up.

🪞 In This Episode

  • What it feels like to have a vulnerability hangover - and why it’s not a sign to stop.
  • How small grounding practices can anchor courage when you feel uncertain.
  • The unexpected wisdom of The Lion King and the power of remembering who you are.
  • The poem that brought Leona back to her purpose - and what “Just Own You” really means.
  • How grace helps us hold both self-doubt and self-belief at the same time.

📝 Journal Prompts

  • Where in my life am I being stretched right now?
  • What would it look like to offer myself grace instead of criticism?
  • When I “remember who I am,” what truths rise to the surface?
  • What does Just Own You mean to me in this season?

🔗 Resources Mentioned

  • Grace - Leona’s meditation soundtrack from The Womb series.
  • Blog: When Courage Feels Uncomfortable
  • Learn more about Leona’s work at leonadevinne.com

✨ Connect with Leona

💬 Episode Quote

“Grace is what we need when our courage feels shaky - it’s what keeps us from quitting when the stretch gets uncomfortable.” - Leona deVinne

]]> 🎙️ Finding Your Joy Spot with Leona deVinne
Episode Title: The Vulnerability Hangover
Length: 5–6 minutes

💡 Episode Summary

What does The Lion King have to do with courage, self-doubt, and grace?

In this honest and relatable episode, author and guide Leona deVinne shares a story about waking up with what Brené Brown calls a vulnerability hangover, that moment when bravery feels more like panic than power.

From nearly “throwing in the towel” to being reminded (by both her coach and Mufasa) to remember who you are, Leona takes us inside a morning of stretching, self-doubt, and grace.

She reminds us that bravery doesn’t always look bold; sometimes it looks like rolling out your yoga mat when you want to hide, listening for the still, small voice that says remember, and choosing not to back down when the stretch feels uncomfortable.

Because this is the art of not giving up.

🪞 In This Episode

  • What it feels like to have a vulnerability hangover - and why it’s not a sign to stop.
  • How small grounding practices can anchor courage when you feel uncertain.
  • The unexpected wisdom of The Lion King and the power of remembering who you are.
  • The poem that brought Leona back to her purpose - and what “Just Own You” really means.
  • How grace helps us hold both self-doubt and self-belief at the same time.

📝 Journal Prompts

  • Where in my life am I being stretched right now?
  • What would it look like to offer myself grace instead of criticism?
  • When I “remember who I am,” what truths rise to the surface?
  • What does Just Own You mean to me in this season?

🔗 Resources Mentioned

  • Grace - Leona’s meditation soundtrack from The Womb series.
  • Blog: When Courage Feels Uncomfortable
  • Learn more about Leona’s work at leonadevinne.com

✨ Connect with Leona

💬 Episode Quote

“Grace is what we need when our courage feels shaky - it’s what keeps us from quitting when the stretch gets uncomfortable.” - Leona deVinne

]]> Wed, 03 Dec 2025 13:00:00 -0700 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 319 🎙️ Finding Your Joy Spot with Leona deVinne
Episode Title: The Vulnerability Hangover
Length: 5–6 minutes

💡 Episode Summary

What does The Lion King have to do with courage, self-doubt, and grace?

In this honest and relatable episode, author and guide Leona deVinne shares a story about waking up with what Brené Brown calls a vulnerability hangover, that moment when bravery feels more like panic than power.

From nearly “throwing in the towel” to being reminded (by both her coach and Mufasa) to remember who you are, Leona takes us inside a morning of stretching, self-doubt, and grace.

She reminds us that bravery doesn’t always look bold; sometimes it looks like rolling out your yoga mat when you want to hide, listening for the still, small voice that says remember, and choosing not to back down when the stretch feels uncomfortable.

Because this is the art of not giving up.

🪞 In This Episode

  • What it feels like to have a vulnerability hangover - and why it’s not a sign to stop.
  • How small grounding practices can anchor courage when you feel uncertain.
  • The unexpected wisdom of The Lion King and the power of remembering who you are.
  • The poem that brought Leona back to her purpose - and what “Just Own You” really means.
  • How grace helps us hold both self-doubt and self-belief at the same time.

📝 Journal Prompts

  • Where in my life am I being stretched right now?
  • What would it look like to offer myself grace instead of criticism?
  • When I “remember who I am,” what truths rise to the surface?
  • What does Just Own You mean to me in this season?

🔗 Resources Mentioned

  • Grace - Leona’s meditation soundtrack from The Womb series.
  • Blog: When Courage Feels Uncomfortable
  • Learn more about Leona’s work at leonadevinne.com

✨ Connect with Leona

💬 Episode Quote

“Grace is what we need when our courage feels shaky - it’s what keeps us from quitting when the stretch gets uncomfortable.” - Leona deVinne

]]> vulnerability hangover, personal growth, authentic leadership, women in leadership, courage to be yourself, overcoming self-doubt, stop playing small, finding your voice, remembering who you are, self-compassion, wholehearted living, empowerment for women, Just Own You, spiritual growth, inner critic, bravery vs confidence, authenticity and joy No The Hardest Thing I Did Wasn't Changing the Tire 10 10 The Hardest Thing I Did Wasn't Changing the Tire full 2b9ed9da-090b-4e42-b3fd-918bba552782 https://share.transistor.fm/s/040cf6b9 Episode Title: Be a Bob: The Hardest Thing I Did Wasn’t Changing the Tire
Host: Leona deVinne
Podcast: Finding Your Joy Spot


Episode Overview


In this heartfelt and surprisingly funny reflection, Leona shares the story of a flat tire that turned into an unexpected retreat — and the moment she realized that the hardest thing she did that day wasn’t changing the tire.


It was asking for help.


From a dusty roadside to a chance encounter with a stranger named Bob, this episode explores what it means to lead, live, and love without armouring up — and how courage sometimes looks like raising your hand instead of holding it all together.


In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Why “muscling through” can quietly become a coping strategy that keeps us disconnected.


  • How to reframe asking for help as a strength, not a weakness


  • What a flat tire can teach us about self-reliance, grace, and the real work of joy


  • The power of small, ordinary acts of kindness (and how to be a Bob for someone else)


  • Why life’s detours often deliver the lesson we needed most

    Key Quote


“The hardest thing I did that day wasn’t changing the tire — it was admitting I couldn’t do it all myself.”
 — Leona deVinne


Reflection Prompt


Where in your life are you still trying to muscle through something alone?
 And who could you reach out to — or quietly help — this week?


Connect with Leona


🌐 Website: www.leonadevinne.com
 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter: leonadevinne.com/subscribe
 💫 Join the Membership: The J.O.Y. Journey — a community for women ready to live, lead, and love without apology.
📸 Follow on Instagram: @thejoyspot
 🎧 Listen & Share: Finding Your Joy Spot is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen.


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]]> Episode Title: Be a Bob: The Hardest Thing I Did Wasn’t Changing the Tire
Host: Leona deVinne
Podcast: Finding Your Joy Spot


Episode Overview


In this heartfelt and surprisingly funny reflection, Leona shares the story of a flat tire that turned into an unexpected retreat — and the moment she realized that the hardest thing she did that day wasn’t changing the tire.


It was asking for help.


From a dusty roadside to a chance encounter with a stranger named Bob, this episode explores what it means to lead, live, and love without armouring up — and how courage sometimes looks like raising your hand instead of holding it all together.


In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Why “muscling through” can quietly become a coping strategy that keeps us disconnected.


  • How to reframe asking for help as a strength, not a weakness


  • What a flat tire can teach us about self-reliance, grace, and the real work of joy


  • The power of small, ordinary acts of kindness (and how to be a Bob for someone else)


  • Why life’s detours often deliver the lesson we needed most

    Key Quote


“The hardest thing I did that day wasn’t changing the tire — it was admitting I couldn’t do it all myself.”
 — Leona deVinne


Reflection Prompt


Where in your life are you still trying to muscle through something alone?
 And who could you reach out to — or quietly help — this week?


Connect with Leona


🌐 Website: www.leonadevinne.com
 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter: leonadevinne.com/subscribe
 💫 Join the Membership: The J.O.Y. Journey — a community for women ready to live, lead, and love without apology.
📸 Follow on Instagram: @thejoyspot
 🎧 Listen & Share: Finding Your Joy Spot is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen.


❤️ If You Loved This Episode

  • Share it with a friend who tends to do it all by themself.


  • Leave a review — 

]]> Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0700 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 455 Episode Title: Be a Bob: The Hardest Thing I Did Wasn’t Changing the Tire
Host: Leona deVinne
Podcast: Finding Your Joy Spot


Episode Overview


In this heartfelt and surprisingly funny reflection, Leona shares the story of a flat tire that turned into an unexpected retreat — and the moment she realized that the hardest thing she did that day wasn’t changing the tire.


It was asking for help.


From a dusty roadside to a chance encounter with a stranger named Bob, this episode explores what it means to lead, live, and love without armouring up — and how courage sometimes looks like raising your hand instead of holding it all together.


In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

  • Why “muscling through” can quietly become a coping strategy that keeps us disconnected.


  • How to reframe asking for help as a strength, not a weakness


  • What a flat tire can teach us about self-reliance, grace, and the real work of joy


  • The power of small, ordinary acts of kindness (and how to be a Bob for someone else)


  • Why life’s detours often deliver the lesson we needed most

    Key Quote


“The hardest thing I did that day wasn’t changing the tire — it was admitting I couldn’t do it all myself.”
 — Leona deVinne


Reflection Prompt


Where in your life are you still trying to muscle through something alone?
 And who could you reach out to — or quietly help — this week?


Connect with Leona


🌐 Website: www.leonadevinne.com
 📰 Subscribe to the Newsletter: leonadevinne.com/subscribe
 💫 Join the Membership: The J.O.Y. Journey — a community for women ready to live, lead, and love without apology.
📸 Follow on Instagram: @thejoyspot
 🎧 Listen & Share: Finding Your Joy Spot is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen.


❤️ If You Loved This Episode

  • Share it with a friend who tends to do it all by themself.


  • Leave a review — 

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No What's the Audience Yelling at You? 9 9 What's the Audience Yelling at You? full 5700d9a7-e211-430e-b967-241172019810 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3617a726 What if your life were a movie — and the audience was screaming for you to stop hiding?

In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona explores the paradox so many of us live: desperately wanting to be seen, while making ourselves invisible through people-pleasing, perfecting, and performing.

You’ll learn:
 ✨ Why being needed isn’t the same as being valued
 ✨ How to take off the “superhero cloak” of always being the helper
 ✨ What it looks like to live with clarity, confidence, and courage
 ✨ How JOY — Just Own You — can become your daily practice

Reflection Questions:

  • Where are you hiding behind a helpful persona?
  • Where are you overextending instead of showing up authentically?
  • What’s one boundary you know you need to set?

Take some time to journal these questions and notice where the audience of your life might be screaming for you to speak up.

Want to go deeper?

Join me for the Just Own You Retreat on October 18 in Bragg Creek, Alberta — a day to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with your authentic self and discover life changing JOY! https://leonadevinne.com/events/

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Finding Your Joy Spot where we explore what it means to live and lead with clarity, confidence, and courage.

]]> What if your life were a movie — and the audience was screaming for you to stop hiding?

In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona explores the paradox so many of us live: desperately wanting to be seen, while making ourselves invisible through people-pleasing, perfecting, and performing.

You’ll learn:
 ✨ Why being needed isn’t the same as being valued
 ✨ How to take off the “superhero cloak” of always being the helper
 ✨ What it looks like to live with clarity, confidence, and courage
 ✨ How JOY — Just Own You — can become your daily practice

Reflection Questions:

  • Where are you hiding behind a helpful persona?
  • Where are you overextending instead of showing up authentically?
  • What’s one boundary you know you need to set?

Take some time to journal these questions and notice where the audience of your life might be screaming for you to speak up.

Want to go deeper?

Join me for the Just Own You Retreat on October 18 in Bragg Creek, Alberta — a day to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with your authentic self and discover life changing JOY! https://leonadevinne.com/events/

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Finding Your Joy Spot where we explore what it means to live and lead with clarity, confidence, and courage.

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2025 13:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 417 What if your life were a movie — and the audience was screaming for you to stop hiding?

In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona explores the paradox so many of us live: desperately wanting to be seen, while making ourselves invisible through people-pleasing, perfecting, and performing.

You’ll learn:
 ✨ Why being needed isn’t the same as being valued
 ✨ How to take off the “superhero cloak” of always being the helper
 ✨ What it looks like to live with clarity, confidence, and courage
 ✨ How JOY — Just Own You — can become your daily practice

Reflection Questions:

  • Where are you hiding behind a helpful persona?
  • Where are you overextending instead of showing up authentically?
  • What’s one boundary you know you need to set?

Take some time to journal these questions and notice where the audience of your life might be screaming for you to speak up.

Want to go deeper?

Join me for the Just Own You Retreat on October 18 in Bragg Creek, Alberta — a day to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with your authentic self and discover life changing JOY! https://leonadevinne.com/events/

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Finding Your Joy Spot where we explore what it means to live and lead with clarity, confidence, and courage.

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Are You Paying Integrity Tax? 8 8 Are You Paying Integrity Tax? full fb342542-cf4e-4ccc-a657-6a9531b16843 https://share.transistor.fm/s/28d04f97

What if the highest tax you’re paying isn’t financial — but personal? In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona introduces the concept of the Integrity Tax: the hidden cost of saying yes when you want to say no, of staying small when you’re called to more, and of silencing your truth.

Drawing on personal stories, Brené Brown’s research on resentment, and Gabor Maté’s insights on health, Leona unpacks how integrity tax accrues quietly — and what it takes to stop paying it.

You’ll discover:

-How integrity shows up through clarity, confidence, and courage.
-The real costs of living out of alignment.
-Practical prompts to help you audit your life and realign with your truth.

Because integrity isn’t about perfection — it’s about alignment. And the more aligned you are, the less you owe.

Please stay connected with Leona, sign up for my weekly emails https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

Free reflection & resources:

Values Finding Tool: https://leonadevinne.kit.com/keynote

Blog post https://leonadevinne.com/personal-growth/the-integrity-tax/

Just Own You Retreat (Oct 18): https://leonadevinne.com/events/

Self-Compassion Meditation: https://share.transistor.fm/s/504a9ea9

Looking for more Quiet Space? Join The Womb —a monthly reflection circle, Sept 14 at 1 pm MT, a camera-off, no sharing space, simply a time to relax, reflect, reset: https://leonadevinne.kit.com/f7d99ccdac


🎙️ Subscribe to Finding Your Joy Spot on YouTube and your favourite podcast platform for more conversations on clarity, confidence, courage, and joy.


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What if the highest tax you’re paying isn’t financial — but personal? In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona introduces the concept of the Integrity Tax: the hidden cost of saying yes when you want to say no, of staying small when you’re called to more, and of silencing your truth.

Drawing on personal stories, Brené Brown’s research on resentment, and Gabor Maté’s insights on health, Leona unpacks how integrity tax accrues quietly — and what it takes to stop paying it.

You’ll discover:

-How integrity shows up through clarity, confidence, and courage.
-The real costs of living out of alignment.
-Practical prompts to help you audit your life and realign with your truth.

Because integrity isn’t about perfection — it’s about alignment. And the more aligned you are, the less you owe.

Please stay connected with Leona, sign up for my weekly emails https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

Free reflection & resources:

Values Finding Tool: https://leonadevinne.kit.com/keynote

Blog post https://leonadevinne.com/personal-growth/the-integrity-tax/

Just Own You Retreat (Oct 18): https://leonadevinne.com/events/

Self-Compassion Meditation: https://share.transistor.fm/s/504a9ea9

Looking for more Quiet Space? Join The Womb —a monthly reflection circle, Sept 14 at 1 pm MT, a camera-off, no sharing space, simply a time to relax, reflect, reset: https://leonadevinne.kit.com/f7d99ccdac


🎙️ Subscribe to Finding Your Joy Spot on YouTube and your favourite podcast platform for more conversations on clarity, confidence, courage, and joy.


]]> Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 417

What if the highest tax you’re paying isn’t financial — but personal? In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona introduces the concept of the Integrity Tax: the hidden cost of saying yes when you want to say no, of staying small when you’re called to more, and of silencing your truth.

Drawing on personal stories, Brené Brown’s research on resentment, and Gabor Maté’s insights on health, Leona unpacks how integrity tax accrues quietly — and what it takes to stop paying it.

You’ll discover:

-How integrity shows up through clarity, confidence, and courage.
-The real costs of living out of alignment.
-Practical prompts to help you audit your life and realign with your truth.

Because integrity isn’t about perfection — it’s about alignment. And the more aligned you are, the less you owe.

Please stay connected with Leona, sign up for my weekly emails https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

Free reflection & resources:

Values Finding Tool: https://leonadevinne.kit.com/keynote

Blog post https://leonadevinne.com/personal-growth/the-integrity-tax/

Just Own You Retreat (Oct 18): https://leonadevinne.com/events/

Self-Compassion Meditation: https://share.transistor.fm/s/504a9ea9

Looking for more Quiet Space? Join The Womb —a monthly reflection circle, Sept 14 at 1 pm MT, a camera-off, no sharing space, simply a time to relax, reflect, reset: https://leonadevinne.kit.com/f7d99ccdac


🎙️ Subscribe to Finding Your Joy Spot on YouTube and your favourite podcast platform for more conversations on clarity, confidence, courage, and joy.


]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No Bury Your Doubts Before They Bury You 7 7 Bury Your Doubts Before They Bury You full 7c4f3708-0320-4b9d-9600-23c9451d2ca8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/45c93b14 Bury Doubt Before It Buries You


Episode Summary


Doubt has a way of slipping in quietly, convincing you that you’re not ready, not enough, or not the right person for the job. And when we believe it, we start living smaller—bit by bit—until we’re only bringing a fraction of ourselves into the world.


In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona shares how she confronted her own self-doubt—literally burying it in her backyard—and why this simple ritual can help you reclaim your voice and power. She dives into how doubt keeps you from living the essence of JOY (Just Own You), what science says about using your own name to shift your inner dialogue, and how intentional action sends a powerful message to your brain that things have changed.


You’ll walk away with a set of powerful journal prompts, a guided reflection to help you rewrite your doubts into truth, and a tangible ritual you can use any time those old voices start to creep back in.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • Doubt is one of the most effective jailers of your true self.


  • The role of distanced self-talk (from Ethan Kross’s Chatter) in quieting mental chatter.


  • How small rituals can create big shifts in your mindset.


  • The JOY framework—Just Own You—and why doubt is its biggest obstacle.


  • Seven journal prompts to uncover, challenge, and release your doubts.


Links & Resources Mentioned
Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It by Ethan Kross
Jefferson Fisher Podcast featuring Damon West  https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/podcast/damon-west-communication


Connect with Leona

Instagram: @thejoyspot
Website: leonadevinne.com
Get the Book: Finding Your Joy Spot https://www.amazon.ca/Finding-Your-Joy-Spot-Unexpected/dp/0991707583

Join the Finding Your Joy Spot newsletter https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

]]> Bury Doubt Before It Buries You


Episode Summary


Doubt has a way of slipping in quietly, convincing you that you’re not ready, not enough, or not the right person for the job. And when we believe it, we start living smaller—bit by bit—until we’re only bringing a fraction of ourselves into the world.


In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona shares how she confronted her own self-doubt—literally burying it in her backyard—and why this simple ritual can help you reclaim your voice and power. She dives into how doubt keeps you from living the essence of JOY (Just Own You), what science says about using your own name to shift your inner dialogue, and how intentional action sends a powerful message to your brain that things have changed.


You’ll walk away with a set of powerful journal prompts, a guided reflection to help you rewrite your doubts into truth, and a tangible ritual you can use any time those old voices start to creep back in.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • Doubt is one of the most effective jailers of your true self.


  • The role of distanced self-talk (from Ethan Kross’s Chatter) in quieting mental chatter.


  • How small rituals can create big shifts in your mindset.


  • The JOY framework—Just Own You—and why doubt is its biggest obstacle.


  • Seven journal prompts to uncover, challenge, and release your doubts.


Links & Resources Mentioned
Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It by Ethan Kross
Jefferson Fisher Podcast featuring Damon West  https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/podcast/damon-west-communication


Connect with Leona

Instagram: @thejoyspot
Website: leonadevinne.com
Get the Book: Finding Your Joy Spot https://www.amazon.ca/Finding-Your-Joy-Spot-Unexpected/dp/0991707583

Join the Finding Your Joy Spot newsletter https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 512 Bury Doubt Before It Buries You


Episode Summary


Doubt has a way of slipping in quietly, convincing you that you’re not ready, not enough, or not the right person for the job. And when we believe it, we start living smaller—bit by bit—until we’re only bringing a fraction of ourselves into the world.


In this episode of Finding Your Joy Spot, Leona shares how she confronted her own self-doubt—literally burying it in her backyard—and why this simple ritual can help you reclaim your voice and power. She dives into how doubt keeps you from living the essence of JOY (Just Own You), what science says about using your own name to shift your inner dialogue, and how intentional action sends a powerful message to your brain that things have changed.


You’ll walk away with a set of powerful journal prompts, a guided reflection to help you rewrite your doubts into truth, and a tangible ritual you can use any time those old voices start to creep back in.


What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • Doubt is one of the most effective jailers of your true self.


  • The role of distanced self-talk (from Ethan Kross’s Chatter) in quieting mental chatter.


  • How small rituals can create big shifts in your mindset.


  • The JOY framework—Just Own You—and why doubt is its biggest obstacle.


  • Seven journal prompts to uncover, challenge, and release your doubts.


Links & Resources Mentioned
Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It by Ethan Kross
Jefferson Fisher Podcast featuring Damon West  https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/podcast/damon-west-communication


Connect with Leona

Instagram: @thejoyspot
Website: leonadevinne.com
Get the Book: Finding Your Joy Spot https://www.amazon.ca/Finding-Your-Joy-Spot-Unexpected/dp/0991707583

Join the Finding Your Joy Spot newsletter https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No When Finding Your Voice Requires a Shovel 6 6 When Finding Your Voice Requires a Shovel full 960fb595-319d-4630-8db7-9be3a9cd3601 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7f37a65f Finding Your Joy Spot - Episode: When Finding Your Voice Requires a Shovel 

Episode Summary

In this episode, Leona explores why women often silence themselves, play small, or soften their edges in both personal and professional settings. Drawing from evolutionary psychology and her own Lioness Project research, she discusses how our ancient brain wiring still impacts how we show up today—and what we can do about it.

Leona shares practical reflection exercises to help listeners excavate old patterns, heal childhood wounds, and step into their full power with courage and compassion.

Key Topics Discussed

  • Why women experience safety differently and how it impacts our behaviour
  • The evolutionary wiring that keeps us playing small
  • The difference between "pushing through" and doing the deeper excavating work
  • How childhood experiences shape our adult patterns
  • Practical exercises for healing and integration using Internal Family Systems principles
  • Finding joy in courageous acts and making courage contagious

Reflection Exercises

Take these at your own pace—one a day, one a week, or all at once with strong coffee:

  1. Stream of consciousness writing: How did a difficult childhood situation impact you? Write for 2-5 minutes without stopping.
  2. Pattern recognition: What has that situation imprinted on you? How does it impact you now?
  3. Inner child work: Go back to that situation and comfort your younger self. Write from their voice—let them express their fear, sadness, or devastation.
  4. Compassionate acknowledgment: How has that moment shaped you? Write a compassionate note to that part of yourself.
  5. Strategy awareness: What did you learn from that pattern? What strategies did you develop to avoid feeling that way again?
  6. Integration: Welcome your younger self in. Remind them they don't need to keep you small anymore.
  7. Honouring: Ask how that younger part wants to be honoured—through play, creativity, or simple pleasures.

Resources Mentioned

Internal Family Systems Research:
IFS Institute

The Lioness Project:
www.thelionessproject.com

Connect with Leona

Website: www.leonadevinne.com

Email: leona@leonadevinne.com

Instagram: @thejoyspot

Facebook: @thejoyspot

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to Finding Your Joy Spot wherever you listen to podcasts. Share it with someone who might need to hear this message—remember, courage is contagious, and joy shared is always joy squared!

Quote of the Episode

"The digging is about cultivating the soil of our hearts and lives to make room for our truth to grow. And when one has the courage to do that, there's often a spot of joy in those courageous acts."

]]> Finding Your Joy Spot - Episode: When Finding Your Voice Requires a Shovel 

Episode Summary

In this episode, Leona explores why women often silence themselves, play small, or soften their edges in both personal and professional settings. Drawing from evolutionary psychology and her own Lioness Project research, she discusses how our ancient brain wiring still impacts how we show up today—and what we can do about it.

Leona shares practical reflection exercises to help listeners excavate old patterns, heal childhood wounds, and step into their full power with courage and compassion.

Key Topics Discussed

  • Why women experience safety differently and how it impacts our behaviour
  • The evolutionary wiring that keeps us playing small
  • The difference between "pushing through" and doing the deeper excavating work
  • How childhood experiences shape our adult patterns
  • Practical exercises for healing and integration using Internal Family Systems principles
  • Finding joy in courageous acts and making courage contagious

Reflection Exercises

Take these at your own pace—one a day, one a week, or all at once with strong coffee:

  1. Stream of consciousness writing: How did a difficult childhood situation impact you? Write for 2-5 minutes without stopping.
  2. Pattern recognition: What has that situation imprinted on you? How does it impact you now?
  3. Inner child work: Go back to that situation and comfort your younger self. Write from their voice—let them express their fear, sadness, or devastation.
  4. Compassionate acknowledgment: How has that moment shaped you? Write a compassionate note to that part of yourself.
  5. Strategy awareness: What did you learn from that pattern? What strategies did you develop to avoid feeling that way again?
  6. Integration: Welcome your younger self in. Remind them they don't need to keep you small anymore.
  7. Honouring: Ask how that younger part wants to be honoured—through play, creativity, or simple pleasures.

Resources Mentioned

Internal Family Systems Research:
IFS Institute

The Lioness Project:
www.thelionessproject.com

Connect with Leona

Website: www.leonadevinne.com

Email: leona@leonadevinne.com

Instagram: @thejoyspot

Facebook: @thejoyspot

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to Finding Your Joy Spot wherever you listen to podcasts. Share it with someone who might need to hear this message—remember, courage is contagious, and joy shared is always joy squared!

Quote of the Episode

"The digging is about cultivating the soil of our hearts and lives to make room for our truth to grow. And when one has the courage to do that, there's often a spot of joy in those courageous acts."

]]> Wed, 06 Aug 2025 12:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 674 Finding Your Joy Spot - Episode: When Finding Your Voice Requires a Shovel 

Episode Summary

In this episode, Leona explores why women often silence themselves, play small, or soften their edges in both personal and professional settings. Drawing from evolutionary psychology and her own Lioness Project research, she discusses how our ancient brain wiring still impacts how we show up today—and what we can do about it.

Leona shares practical reflection exercises to help listeners excavate old patterns, heal childhood wounds, and step into their full power with courage and compassion.

Key Topics Discussed

  • Why women experience safety differently and how it impacts our behaviour
  • The evolutionary wiring that keeps us playing small
  • The difference between "pushing through" and doing the deeper excavating work
  • How childhood experiences shape our adult patterns
  • Practical exercises for healing and integration using Internal Family Systems principles
  • Finding joy in courageous acts and making courage contagious

Reflection Exercises

Take these at your own pace—one a day, one a week, or all at once with strong coffee:

  1. Stream of consciousness writing: How did a difficult childhood situation impact you? Write for 2-5 minutes without stopping.
  2. Pattern recognition: What has that situation imprinted on you? How does it impact you now?
  3. Inner child work: Go back to that situation and comfort your younger self. Write from their voice—let them express their fear, sadness, or devastation.
  4. Compassionate acknowledgment: How has that moment shaped you? Write a compassionate note to that part of yourself.
  5. Strategy awareness: What did you learn from that pattern? What strategies did you develop to avoid feeling that way again?
  6. Integration: Welcome your younger self in. Remind them they don't need to keep you small anymore.
  7. Honouring: Ask how that younger part wants to be honoured—through play, creativity, or simple pleasures.

Resources Mentioned

Internal Family Systems Research:
IFS Institute

The Lioness Project:
www.thelionessproject.com

Connect with Leona

Website: www.leonadevinne.com

Email: leona@leonadevinne.com

Instagram: @thejoyspot

Facebook: @thejoyspot

Subscribe & Share

If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe to Finding Your Joy Spot wherever you listen to podcasts. Share it with someone who might need to hear this message—remember, courage is contagious, and joy shared is always joy squared!

Quote of the Episode

"The digging is about cultivating the soil of our hearts and lives to make room for our truth to grow. And when one has the courage to do that, there's often a spot of joy in those courageous acts."

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No A Soul Spa-A Slice of Homemade Heaven 5 5 A Soul Spa-A Slice of Homemade Heaven full e1fdabbb-998c-42e0-8b73-67664ab52b45 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9358824d

Description:
What started as a staycation quickly turned into something deeper—a Soul Spa-a sweet slice of homemade goodness.

In this episode, I share what happened when I gave myself two weeks of intentional nurturing: daily meditation, quiet contemplation, healing sessions, writing, painting, and simple moments of presence. I talk about reconnecting with what matters most, letting my inner five-year-old play, and why tending to ourselves isn’t a luxury—it’s how we live well and find our spots of joy.

If you’re feeling scattered, worn down, or like you’ve forgotten parts of yourself, this is your reminder: you don’t have to wait until you’re empty to take care of yourself.

Tune in for a grounded, soulful reflection—and an invitation to create your own version of a Soul Spa. (You can call it what you like :))

🌀 Plus: Details on the August 10 recorded session of The Womb (focused on nurturing) and the upcoming Just Own You retreat on October 18 in Bragg Creek, AB. More details on the retreat here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/just-own-youwomens-retreat-a-time-to-reflect-reconect-and-be-restored-tickets-1507997403829?aff=oddtdtcreator


 Something to consider journaling about:

  • What part of you is quietly asking to be nurtured right now?
  • When was the last time you did something just for you—no outcome, no expectation, just because it felt good?
  • What would your version of a Soul Spa look like this week, even in a small way?
  • Have some extra fun-ask your five-year-old self what they would love to do to feel nurtured? 

 

 

Newsletter: https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

 

Finding Your Joy Spot On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwuQCZ4ydBQTFM9JN7nOOFQ

Looking for some summer reading? Grab your copy of my book, Finding Your Joy Spot, Just Own You: How Joy guides you back to what matters most and the truth of who you are. ​https://www.amazon.ca/Finding-Your-Joy-Spot-Unexpected/dp/0991707583

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Description:
What started as a staycation quickly turned into something deeper—a Soul Spa-a sweet slice of homemade goodness.

In this episode, I share what happened when I gave myself two weeks of intentional nurturing: daily meditation, quiet contemplation, healing sessions, writing, painting, and simple moments of presence. I talk about reconnecting with what matters most, letting my inner five-year-old play, and why tending to ourselves isn’t a luxury—it’s how we live well and find our spots of joy.

If you’re feeling scattered, worn down, or like you’ve forgotten parts of yourself, this is your reminder: you don’t have to wait until you’re empty to take care of yourself.

Tune in for a grounded, soulful reflection—and an invitation to create your own version of a Soul Spa. (You can call it what you like :))

🌀 Plus: Details on the August 10 recorded session of The Womb (focused on nurturing) and the upcoming Just Own You retreat on October 18 in Bragg Creek, AB. More details on the retreat here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/just-own-youwomens-retreat-a-time-to-reflect-reconect-and-be-restored-tickets-1507997403829?aff=oddtdtcreator


 Something to consider journaling about:

  • What part of you is quietly asking to be nurtured right now?
  • When was the last time you did something just for you—no outcome, no expectation, just because it felt good?
  • What would your version of a Soul Spa look like this week, even in a small way?
  • Have some extra fun-ask your five-year-old self what they would love to do to feel nurtured? 

 

 

Newsletter: https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

 

Finding Your Joy Spot On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwuQCZ4ydBQTFM9JN7nOOFQ

Looking for some summer reading? Grab your copy of my book, Finding Your Joy Spot, Just Own You: How Joy guides you back to what matters most and the truth of who you are. ​https://www.amazon.ca/Finding-Your-Joy-Spot-Unexpected/dp/0991707583

]]> Mon, 21 Jul 2025 04:00:00 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 453

Description:
What started as a staycation quickly turned into something deeper—a Soul Spa-a sweet slice of homemade goodness.

In this episode, I share what happened when I gave myself two weeks of intentional nurturing: daily meditation, quiet contemplation, healing sessions, writing, painting, and simple moments of presence. I talk about reconnecting with what matters most, letting my inner five-year-old play, and why tending to ourselves isn’t a luxury—it’s how we live well and find our spots of joy.

If you’re feeling scattered, worn down, or like you’ve forgotten parts of yourself, this is your reminder: you don’t have to wait until you’re empty to take care of yourself.

Tune in for a grounded, soulful reflection—and an invitation to create your own version of a Soul Spa. (You can call it what you like :))

🌀 Plus: Details on the August 10 recorded session of The Womb (focused on nurturing) and the upcoming Just Own You retreat on October 18 in Bragg Creek, AB. More details on the retreat here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/just-own-youwomens-retreat-a-time-to-reflect-reconect-and-be-restored-tickets-1507997403829?aff=oddtdtcreator


 Something to consider journaling about:

  • What part of you is quietly asking to be nurtured right now?
  • When was the last time you did something just for you—no outcome, no expectation, just because it felt good?
  • What would your version of a Soul Spa look like this week, even in a small way?
  • Have some extra fun-ask your five-year-old self what they would love to do to feel nurtured? 

 

 

Newsletter: https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

 

Finding Your Joy Spot On YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwuQCZ4ydBQTFM9JN7nOOFQ

Looking for some summer reading? Grab your copy of my book, Finding Your Joy Spot, Just Own You: How Joy guides you back to what matters most and the truth of who you are. ​https://www.amazon.ca/Finding-Your-Joy-Spot-Unexpected/dp/0991707583

]]> staycation, nurture yourself, time off, vacation, breaks, joy No Joy In the Dark 4 4 Joy In the Dark full 79ae24a7-a541-451b-bf71-d460d8755ce2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b211254d Joy in the Dark: How Small Moments Saved Me


In this episode, I reflect on what it means to find joy, not in the obvious places, but in the challenging ones.


This week marks 10 years since my son’s brain surgery, and it’s stirred something deep in me. I didn’t find joy the way many people talk about it. For me, it came in little spots—tiny moments that gave me just enough grace to get through the day. 


I write about it more in my book-Finding Your Joy Spot. https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/


I also share the powerful H.E.A.L. method—a neuroscience-based tool that helped me let joy alleviate chronic pain.


If you’re in a tough place, this episode is a reminder that joy can still find you… even in the dark.


✨ Mentioned in this episode:

H.E.A.L. Method by Dr. Rick Hanson: https://www.rickhanson.net/take-in-the-good/

📬 Want more like this in your inbox? Sign up here https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes on joy, healing, and finding your voice.


Prompts to find your own Joy Spots:

Listen to a joyful song daily

Take a photo of something joyful each day

Write down 3 joyful moments before bed

Do a random act of kindness

Compliment someone sincerely

Donate something meaningful

Text someone just to say you appreciate them


Want some journaling prompts to find or create more joy? https://leonadevinne.kit.com/1f2b09daa8

]]> Joy in the Dark: How Small Moments Saved Me


In this episode, I reflect on what it means to find joy, not in the obvious places, but in the challenging ones.


This week marks 10 years since my son’s brain surgery, and it’s stirred something deep in me. I didn’t find joy the way many people talk about it. For me, it came in little spots—tiny moments that gave me just enough grace to get through the day. 


I write about it more in my book-Finding Your Joy Spot. https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/


I also share the powerful H.E.A.L. method—a neuroscience-based tool that helped me let joy alleviate chronic pain.


If you’re in a tough place, this episode is a reminder that joy can still find you… even in the dark.


✨ Mentioned in this episode:

H.E.A.L. Method by Dr. Rick Hanson: https://www.rickhanson.net/take-in-the-good/

📬 Want more like this in your inbox? Sign up here https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes on joy, healing, and finding your voice.


Prompts to find your own Joy Spots:

Listen to a joyful song daily

Take a photo of something joyful each day

Write down 3 joyful moments before bed

Do a random act of kindness

Compliment someone sincerely

Donate something meaningful

Text someone just to say you appreciate them


Want some journaling prompts to find or create more joy? https://leonadevinne.kit.com/1f2b09daa8

]]> Mon, 23 Jun 2025 13:09:38 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 649 Joy in the Dark: How Small Moments Saved Me


In this episode, I reflect on what it means to find joy, not in the obvious places, but in the challenging ones.


This week marks 10 years since my son’s brain surgery, and it’s stirred something deep in me. I didn’t find joy the way many people talk about it. For me, it came in little spots—tiny moments that gave me just enough grace to get through the day. 


I write about it more in my book-Finding Your Joy Spot. https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/


I also share the powerful H.E.A.L. method—a neuroscience-based tool that helped me let joy alleviate chronic pain.


If you’re in a tough place, this episode is a reminder that joy can still find you… even in the dark.


✨ Mentioned in this episode:

H.E.A.L. Method by Dr. Rick Hanson: https://www.rickhanson.net/take-in-the-good/

📬 Want more like this in your inbox? Sign up here https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe

🎙️ Subscribe for more episodes on joy, healing, and finding your voice.


Prompts to find your own Joy Spots:

Listen to a joyful song daily

Take a photo of something joyful each day

Write down 3 joyful moments before bed

Do a random act of kindness

Compliment someone sincerely

Donate something meaningful

Text someone just to say you appreciate them


Want some journaling prompts to find or create more joy? https://leonadevinne.kit.com/1f2b09daa8

]]> joy, resilience, hope, No Speak Up-Even When It Comes With a Side of Nausea 3 3 Speak Up-Even When It Comes With a Side of Nausea full b6b6d8b3-9e86-4499-af22-eabedb91c95a https://share.transistor.fm/s/628904f4 Speaking Up: A Muscle I'm Still Building 

Have you ever felt that wave of nausea after sending a perfectly respectful message, only to spiral into fear that someone might be mad at you?

Yeah… me too.

In this episode, I share a moment that reminded me how deeply our childhood wiring can still influence our adult reactions—especially when it comes to using our voice. What started as a simple email exchange brought me face-to-face with my old "be a good girl" pattern, the fear of upsetting others, and the muscle I’m still learning to strengthen: speaking up.

We’re not just purely logical adults—we’re also tender systems still running on childhood algorithms. The goal isn’t to eliminate those parts of us, but to love and integrate them with compassion.

Listen to the guided meditation to connect with the younger parts of you that get triggered when you speak up and could use some love:  https://media.transistor.fm/9b0d1082/5acc8ea4.mp3

If you’ve been holding back your voice or tiptoeing around your truth, this episode is for you.

✨ Listen in, then take a moment to reflect with the prompts below.
✨ You don’t have to do this alone—reach out if you’re ready for support in finding your voice.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for weekly reflections on courage, joy, and showing up as your whole self. https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe
🌀 Because the world doesn’t benefit from you swallowing your truth. It benefits from you speaking up.


JOURNAL PROMPTS TO GO DEEPER:

  1. What situations or relationships tend to trigger your "stay quiet" reflex?
    Explore recent or past moments where you held back your voice. What did you feel in your body? What were you afraid might happen?
  2. What is your earliest memory of being afraid to speak up?
    Reflect on childhood experiences where you learned it might not be safe or welcome to express yourself. What messages did you internalize?
  3. When was the last time you used your voice, even though it felt uncomfortable?
    Celebrate that moment. What helped you speak up? What did you learn about yourself or the outcome?
  4. What part of you still believes that keeping the peace means staying silent?
    Write to that part with compassion. Let it know what’s true now, and how you’re learning to hold both truth and connection.
  5. What would it look like to live more fully in your truth today?
    Describe how speaking up could benefit your relationships or leadership. What small step can you take to move toward that?

🖍 Bonus prompt:
 Draw or collage a version of your younger self who felt fully alive and free. Let your inner child lead the way.

#SpeakUp #FindingYourJoySpot #Leadership #SelfCompassion #InnerChildHealing #WomensVoices #HealingJourney #AuthenticLiving

]]> Speaking Up: A Muscle I'm Still Building 

Have you ever felt that wave of nausea after sending a perfectly respectful message, only to spiral into fear that someone might be mad at you?

Yeah… me too.

In this episode, I share a moment that reminded me how deeply our childhood wiring can still influence our adult reactions—especially when it comes to using our voice. What started as a simple email exchange brought me face-to-face with my old "be a good girl" pattern, the fear of upsetting others, and the muscle I’m still learning to strengthen: speaking up.

We’re not just purely logical adults—we’re also tender systems still running on childhood algorithms. The goal isn’t to eliminate those parts of us, but to love and integrate them with compassion.

Listen to the guided meditation to connect with the younger parts of you that get triggered when you speak up and could use some love:  https://media.transistor.fm/9b0d1082/5acc8ea4.mp3

If you’ve been holding back your voice or tiptoeing around your truth, this episode is for you.

✨ Listen in, then take a moment to reflect with the prompts below.
✨ You don’t have to do this alone—reach out if you’re ready for support in finding your voice.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for weekly reflections on courage, joy, and showing up as your whole self. https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe
🌀 Because the world doesn’t benefit from you swallowing your truth. It benefits from you speaking up.


JOURNAL PROMPTS TO GO DEEPER:

  1. What situations or relationships tend to trigger your "stay quiet" reflex?
    Explore recent or past moments where you held back your voice. What did you feel in your body? What were you afraid might happen?
  2. What is your earliest memory of being afraid to speak up?
    Reflect on childhood experiences where you learned it might not be safe or welcome to express yourself. What messages did you internalize?
  3. When was the last time you used your voice, even though it felt uncomfortable?
    Celebrate that moment. What helped you speak up? What did you learn about yourself or the outcome?
  4. What part of you still believes that keeping the peace means staying silent?
    Write to that part with compassion. Let it know what’s true now, and how you’re learning to hold both truth and connection.
  5. What would it look like to live more fully in your truth today?
    Describe how speaking up could benefit your relationships or leadership. What small step can you take to move toward that?

🖍 Bonus prompt:
 Draw or collage a version of your younger self who felt fully alive and free. Let your inner child lead the way.

#SpeakUp #FindingYourJoySpot #Leadership #SelfCompassion #InnerChildHealing #WomensVoices #HealingJourney #AuthenticLiving

]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:07:11 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 489 Speaking Up: A Muscle I'm Still Building 

Have you ever felt that wave of nausea after sending a perfectly respectful message, only to spiral into fear that someone might be mad at you?

Yeah… me too.

In this episode, I share a moment that reminded me how deeply our childhood wiring can still influence our adult reactions—especially when it comes to using our voice. What started as a simple email exchange brought me face-to-face with my old "be a good girl" pattern, the fear of upsetting others, and the muscle I’m still learning to strengthen: speaking up.

We’re not just purely logical adults—we’re also tender systems still running on childhood algorithms. The goal isn’t to eliminate those parts of us, but to love and integrate them with compassion.

Listen to the guided meditation to connect with the younger parts of you that get triggered when you speak up and could use some love:  https://media.transistor.fm/9b0d1082/5acc8ea4.mp3

If you’ve been holding back your voice or tiptoeing around your truth, this episode is for you.

✨ Listen in, then take a moment to reflect with the prompts below.
✨ You don’t have to do this alone—reach out if you’re ready for support in finding your voice.

🎧 Listen now and subscribe for weekly reflections on courage, joy, and showing up as your whole self. https://leonadevinne.com/subscribe
🌀 Because the world doesn’t benefit from you swallowing your truth. It benefits from you speaking up.


JOURNAL PROMPTS TO GO DEEPER:

  1. What situations or relationships tend to trigger your "stay quiet" reflex?
    Explore recent or past moments where you held back your voice. What did you feel in your body? What were you afraid might happen?
  2. What is your earliest memory of being afraid to speak up?
    Reflect on childhood experiences where you learned it might not be safe or welcome to express yourself. What messages did you internalize?
  3. When was the last time you used your voice, even though it felt uncomfortable?
    Celebrate that moment. What helped you speak up? What did you learn about yourself or the outcome?
  4. What part of you still believes that keeping the peace means staying silent?
    Write to that part with compassion. Let it know what’s true now, and how you’re learning to hold both truth and connection.
  5. What would it look like to live more fully in your truth today?
    Describe how speaking up could benefit your relationships or leadership. What small step can you take to move toward that?

🖍 Bonus prompt:
 Draw or collage a version of your younger self who felt fully alive and free. Let your inner child lead the way.

#SpeakUp #FindingYourJoySpot #Leadership #SelfCompassion #InnerChildHealing #WomensVoices #HealingJourney #AuthenticLiving

]]> speak up, communication, courage No What if Grace is the Way Back to Yourself? 2 2 What if Grace is the Way Back to Yourself? full 043406f0-6e36-422c-aa6e-8774e4c585be https://share.transistor.fm/s/b447ea10 This week on Finding Your Joy Spot, I’m sharing something I wrote in my journal—not knowing if it was just for me, or if it might matter to someone else, too. 

When I reread it, it hit differently. It reminded me of how often we tuck away our truths, afraid of what might happen if we actually said them out loud.

In this episode, we talk about:
 — What it costs to silence ourselves
 — The fear of change that can come with truth-telling
 — The quiet power of grace 

This is a reflection on permission to be ourselves, embrace our truth, and what it means to live wholeheartedly. Not from a place of hustle or performance—but from your truth.

If you’ve been feeling a pull to be more honest with yourself, or if you’ve been wondering how grace fits into all of this… this one’s for you.

📝 Plus, I’ll leave you with a few reflection prompts to help you reconnect with what matters most.

🌸 What would be possible if you allowed more grace in your life?
🌸 What would it give you to be more gracious with yourself?
🌸 Consider something that feels challenging—a person, a situation, or something from your past. What would grace bring to that?
🌸 When you think of embracing all of who you are, what could you give yourself permission for?

​
 ​ Complete this sentence: I give myself permission to...

​
Ways to stay connected
Follow thejoyspot on Instagram

My website https://leonadevinne.com/

Check out my book: Finding Your Joy Spot https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/

]]> This week on Finding Your Joy Spot, I’m sharing something I wrote in my journal—not knowing if it was just for me, or if it might matter to someone else, too. 

When I reread it, it hit differently. It reminded me of how often we tuck away our truths, afraid of what might happen if we actually said them out loud.

In this episode, we talk about:
 — What it costs to silence ourselves
 — The fear of change that can come with truth-telling
 — The quiet power of grace 

This is a reflection on permission to be ourselves, embrace our truth, and what it means to live wholeheartedly. Not from a place of hustle or performance—but from your truth.

If you’ve been feeling a pull to be more honest with yourself, or if you’ve been wondering how grace fits into all of this… this one’s for you.

📝 Plus, I’ll leave you with a few reflection prompts to help you reconnect with what matters most.

🌸 What would be possible if you allowed more grace in your life?
🌸 What would it give you to be more gracious with yourself?
🌸 Consider something that feels challenging—a person, a situation, or something from your past. What would grace bring to that?
🌸 When you think of embracing all of who you are, what could you give yourself permission for?

​
 ​ Complete this sentence: I give myself permission to...

​
Ways to stay connected
Follow thejoyspot on Instagram

My website https://leonadevinne.com/

Check out my book: Finding Your Joy Spot https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/

]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:27:33 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 502 This week on Finding Your Joy Spot, I’m sharing something I wrote in my journal—not knowing if it was just for me, or if it might matter to someone else, too. 

When I reread it, it hit differently. It reminded me of how often we tuck away our truths, afraid of what might happen if we actually said them out loud.

In this episode, we talk about:
 — What it costs to silence ourselves
 — The fear of change that can come with truth-telling
 — The quiet power of grace 

This is a reflection on permission to be ourselves, embrace our truth, and what it means to live wholeheartedly. Not from a place of hustle or performance—but from your truth.

If you’ve been feeling a pull to be more honest with yourself, or if you’ve been wondering how grace fits into all of this… this one’s for you.

📝 Plus, I’ll leave you with a few reflection prompts to help you reconnect with what matters most.

🌸 What would be possible if you allowed more grace in your life?
🌸 What would it give you to be more gracious with yourself?
🌸 Consider something that feels challenging—a person, a situation, or something from your past. What would grace bring to that?
🌸 When you think of embracing all of who you are, what could you give yourself permission for?

​
 ​ Complete this sentence: I give myself permission to...

​
Ways to stay connected
Follow thejoyspot on Instagram

My website https://leonadevinne.com/

Check out my book: Finding Your Joy Spot https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/

]]> grace, compassion, authenticity, self ownership No Just Own You: How to Reclaim Joy, Truth & Your Why 1 1 Just Own You: How to Reclaim Joy, Truth & Your Why full 936b0a79-7419-4d96-9599-be2f6482b4c5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/59eb209f What if joy isn’t something you chase—but something you experience when you Just Own You?

In this episode, I share the story behind my why and how a quiet moment during a hellish season of life revealed my deeper purpose: to spread joy. 

Not performative happiness. But the kind of joy that lives deep in your bones—the kind that emerges when you Just Own You.

I’ll walk you through how I discovered the acronym JOY = Just Own You, and how this powerful truth connects us to the foundations of living an unapologetic, purpose-aligned life.

✨ Ready to find your own joy spot? This is where we begin.

From the podcast-the song I suggested listening to and then journaling through the prompts.

If you want to give it a try, you can sit and listen to this song and see what comes up. Listen to it once a day and see what shows up each day. It's not your standard meditation music as this sweet number is by my favourite band Earth, Wind and Fire :). Maybe it's even the music itself that feels good or it invites you to move- Just Own You and your experience with it.

​https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=X6KUwob9hSM&si=Mnj9ci8cMtuvoHqc​

If you want to take this contemplation a step further


Journal with these prompts-just write the answers that come up for you, try not to pause-write for one minute atleaset when you answer the questions. You could take one a day for the next week.

What would it mean for you to wake up?

What does it mean for you to walk in the light?

What would it mean to bring more substance to your life?

What part of you has been pushed aside?

What are you worthy of that you have been setting aside?

What is your heart holding that you need?

What break or change are you longing for?


What did you learn about yourself from working through these prompts? What will you do as a result?

Even a minor change could move you closer to the joy you deserve-reach out if I you could use some support.

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on finding Joy by embracing all you are without apology, voice reclamation, leadership, and finding your truth

Follow thejoyspot on Instagram
My website https://leonadevinne.com/
Check out my book:Finding Your Joy Spot https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/

]]> What if joy isn’t something you chase—but something you experience when you Just Own You?

In this episode, I share the story behind my why and how a quiet moment during a hellish season of life revealed my deeper purpose: to spread joy. 

Not performative happiness. But the kind of joy that lives deep in your bones—the kind that emerges when you Just Own You.

I’ll walk you through how I discovered the acronym JOY = Just Own You, and how this powerful truth connects us to the foundations of living an unapologetic, purpose-aligned life.

✨ Ready to find your own joy spot? This is where we begin.

From the podcast-the song I suggested listening to and then journaling through the prompts.

If you want to give it a try, you can sit and listen to this song and see what comes up. Listen to it once a day and see what shows up each day. It's not your standard meditation music as this sweet number is by my favourite band Earth, Wind and Fire :). Maybe it's even the music itself that feels good or it invites you to move- Just Own You and your experience with it.

​https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=X6KUwob9hSM&si=Mnj9ci8cMtuvoHqc​

If you want to take this contemplation a step further


Journal with these prompts-just write the answers that come up for you, try not to pause-write for one minute atleaset when you answer the questions. You could take one a day for the next week.

What would it mean for you to wake up?

What does it mean for you to walk in the light?

What would it mean to bring more substance to your life?

What part of you has been pushed aside?

What are you worthy of that you have been setting aside?

What is your heart holding that you need?

What break or change are you longing for?


What did you learn about yourself from working through these prompts? What will you do as a result?

Even a minor change could move you closer to the joy you deserve-reach out if I you could use some support.

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on finding Joy by embracing all you are without apology, voice reclamation, leadership, and finding your truth

Follow thejoyspot on Instagram
My website https://leonadevinne.com/
Check out my book:Finding Your Joy Spot https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/

]]> Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:45:59 -0600 Leona deVinne Leona deVinne 524 What if joy isn’t something you chase—but something you experience when you Just Own You?

In this episode, I share the story behind my why and how a quiet moment during a hellish season of life revealed my deeper purpose: to spread joy. 

Not performative happiness. But the kind of joy that lives deep in your bones—the kind that emerges when you Just Own You.

I’ll walk you through how I discovered the acronym JOY = Just Own You, and how this powerful truth connects us to the foundations of living an unapologetic, purpose-aligned life.

✨ Ready to find your own joy spot? This is where we begin.

From the podcast-the song I suggested listening to and then journaling through the prompts.

If you want to give it a try, you can sit and listen to this song and see what comes up. Listen to it once a day and see what shows up each day. It's not your standard meditation music as this sweet number is by my favourite band Earth, Wind and Fire :). Maybe it's even the music itself that feels good or it invites you to move- Just Own You and your experience with it.

​https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=X6KUwob9hSM&si=Mnj9ci8cMtuvoHqc​

If you want to take this contemplation a step further


Journal with these prompts-just write the answers that come up for you, try not to pause-write for one minute atleaset when you answer the questions. You could take one a day for the next week.

What would it mean for you to wake up?

What does it mean for you to walk in the light?

What would it mean to bring more substance to your life?

What part of you has been pushed aside?

What are you worthy of that you have been setting aside?

What is your heart holding that you need?

What break or change are you longing for?


What did you learn about yourself from working through these prompts? What will you do as a result?

Even a minor change could move you closer to the joy you deserve-reach out if I you could use some support.

🔔 Subscribe for more episodes on finding Joy by embracing all you are without apology, voice reclamation, leadership, and finding your truth

Follow thejoyspot on Instagram
My website https://leonadevinne.com/
Check out my book:Finding Your Joy Spot https://leonadevinne.com/findingyourjoyspot/

]]> joy, meaning, life purpose, research backed techniques, authenticity, No