I’m excited to welcome back Andrea Owen! A lot has happened since her last visit in 2021, and she’s here to share her powerful journey over the past few years.

We dive into Andrea’s experience during the pandemic and how ‘pandemic time’ reshaped her perspective on life and relationships. She opens up about navigating divorce, facing health challenges, and receiving an autoimmune diagnosis, all while maintaining her commitment to personal growth and self-discovery. Andrea also highlights the importance of advocating for yourself in medical situations and what she’s learned along the way.

We explore how Andrea has embraced sex and intimacy as a path to personal growth, the transformative role of psychedelics therapy, and her journey toward living authentically. This conversation is full of honesty, inspiration, and actionable insights for anyone navigating life’s transitions.

In this episode, we cover:

• The last 4 or so years in Andrea's life, and how the pandemic, health issues, and divorce have shaped who she is today.
• Why we all need to slow down and take stock in life's difficulties, and not gloss over the hard stuff.
• Andrea's perspective on relationships and divorce.
• Challenges Andrea faced with her health and the impact of an autoimmune diagnosis.
• The importance of advocating for oneself in medical situations.

Resources:

Read the full show notes on Jump Start Your Joy

52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life: BS-Free Wisdom to Ignite Your Inner Badass and Live the Life You Deserve by Andrea Owen

How to Stop Feeling Like Sh*t by Andrea Owen

Make Some Noise: Speak Your Mind and Own Your Strength by Andrea Owen

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Jump Start Your Joy is lovingly curated to offer a refreshing pause from the daily grind, inviting you to step outside routine and intentionally engage with stories of resilience, joy, and possibility. Each episode creates a space for reflection and inspiration, encouraging you to reconnect with what brings meaning and magic to your life. It is hosted by Paula Jenkins, a labyrinth facilitator, retreat leader, and trained mindfulness mentor. You can learn more about the show at jumpstartyourjoy.com

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This episode is a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Judith Tripp, a multifaceted leader who brings together spirituality, psychology, and art in her work. Judith is the force behind DreamQuest retreats at Grace Cathedral, a labyrinth facilitator, a transpersonal psychotherapist, and a musician.

In this episode, we explore:

• Judith’s impressive array of roles and talents, from leading DreamQuest to her work as a transpersonal psychotherapist and musician.
• The significance of Grace Cathedral in San Francisco as a central hub for DreamQuest retreats and labyrinth walks.
• The labyrinth’s deep personal and spiritual significance, and how it connects to the broader themes of interconnectedness in Judith’s work.
• How Judith integrates spirituality, psychology, and art in her career to create meaningful transformation.
• The importance of gathering and community, particularly in the context of post-pandemic reflections and the human need for connection.

We also discuss the beauty of stepping into liminal spaces, the power of collective inner work, and how these experiences can lead to profound joy and transformation. Judith shares reflections on her early life joys, the importance of intentional gatherings, and upcoming DreamQuest retreats.

This episode is filled with insights on spirituality, interconnectedness, and the transformative potential of community and inner work.

Read the full show notes at Jump Start Your Joy

Judith Tripp's website: CircleWay

DreamQuest Retreat registration

Judith Tripp's book: Circleway, The Story of Women's Dream Quest

Jump Start Your Joy is lovingly curated to offer a refreshing pause from the daily grind, inviting you to step outside routine and intentionally engage with stories of resilience, joy, and possibility. Each episode creates a space for reflection and inspiration, encouraging you to reconnect with what brings meaning and magic to your life. It is hosted by Paula Jenkins, a labyrinth facilitator, retreat leader, and trained mindfulness mentor. You can learn more about the show at jumpstartyourjoy.com

To join in, find Jump Start Your Joy on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts.

In this week's episode of Jump Start Your Joy, I'm talking about the concept of 'glimmers,' which are the small instances of joy, hope, or inspiration that counterbalance life's triggers. The episode aims to provide listeners with ways to identify and cherish these glimmers, especially during times of chaos and uncertainty.

It's my intention that Jump Start Your Joy continues to be a comforting space through this podcast, offering weekly moments of respite and inspiration for all listeners.

I'd love to hear from you about how you've seen glimmers in your world, and you can email me a jumpstartyourjoy@gmail.com or tag me in a photo of your glimmer on instagram https://www.instagram.com/jumpstartyourjoy/

Highlights include the significance of glimmers, personal reflections, and a warm welcome message aimed to make listeners feel seen, heard, and cared for.

How to Look for Glimmers in Daily Life:

• Start each day with an intention to notice joy.
• Find calm in small moments: a sunrise, a warm cup of tea.
• Connect with nature, pets, or creativity for grounding.
• Capture glimmers mentally—relish and store them.
• Share glimmers with a friend or in a gratitude journal.

Read the full show notes on Jump Start Your Joy.

Resources

• USA Today article on glimmers
• URMC article on ambiguous loss
• Cory Allen on Instagram
• Julia Samuel on Jump Start Your Joy
• Fred LeBlanc on Jump Start Your Joy

Join me for the next Compassion Quest retreat, in person at San Damiano Retreat on November 23, 2024.

Jump Start Your Joy is lovingly curated to offer a refreshing pause from the daily grind, inviting you to step outside routine and intentionally engage with stories of resilience, joy, and possibility. Each episode creates a space for reflection and inspiration, encouraging you to reconnect with what brings meaning and magic to your life. It is hosted by Paula Jenkins, a labyrinth facilitator, retreat leader, and trained mindfulness mentor. You can learn more about the show at jumpstartyourjoy.com

To join in, find Jump Start Your Joy on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and wherever you listen to podcasts.