How to Have a More Joy-Filled Life | Nicole Johnson & Auntie Bear

Is joy something that just happens to us… or is it a choice we make every day? 💛In this heartfelt and uplifting conversation, Nicole Johnson and her sister “Auntie Bear” dive deep into what it really takes to live a more joyful, present, and meaningful life — no matter what’s going on around you.

As children, joy comes naturally — we live in the present, laugh easily, and see the world as a mystery waiting to be explored. But as adults, responsibilities, self-imposed pressure, and societal expectations often pull us away from that simple happiness. The good news? Joy is still there — and you can call it back at any time. ✨

In this episode, we explore:🌱 How to reconnect with your sense of wonder and find joy in simple things — a tree, a flower, even a crack in the sidewalk.🧘‍♀️ Why being present is the “vibrational hook” that draws joy back into your life.💭 How society programs you to focus on what’s wrong — and how to challenge that pattern.🌞 Practical daily techniques to increase joy:

Joseph McClendon III’s STOP Method to shift your mood in seconds.

Mindful breathing: “In calm, out smile — JOY.”

Thich Nhat Hanh’s 1–3 minute joy practice: “Breathe in, I am a flower. Breathe out, I am fresh.”

Blessing water or food and imagining it as “joy medicine” as you ingest it.

💫 Remember: joy isn’t something you chase — it’s something you choose. When you decide to be happy, tune into your source, and stay present, joy naturally flows back into your life.

If you’re ready to feel lighter, happier, and more alive, this conversation is for you.

👉 Subscribe for more conversations on joy, mindset, and living your best life.💬 Share in the comments: What’s one simple thing that brings you joy every day?

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