01. My Joy Journey

The Joy Journey Podcast with Jillian Shecher

In this intimate first episode of The Joy Journey Podcast, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing my raw, real journey of discovering that Joy isn't just a fleeting emotion – it's a daily practice and your most powerful tool for transformation.

I dive deep into my personal story of moving through addiction, grief, and the journey that brought me to today. You'll discover how I created The Joy Method and The Joy Sessions from my own experience of turning pain into purpose, and why I believe Joy is your birthright.

We also explore why resistance shows up when we're on the edge of something meaningful, how sobriety became my pathway to authentic Joy, the courage it takes to feel everything (yes, even the uncomfortable parts), what happened when I finally chose to feel my feelings, how to build internal sturdiness through Daily Joy Practices, and why discomfort could actually be your doorway to deeper fulfillment.

In this episode, we cover:

• Overcoming resistance and embracing authenticity
• The mission and purpose of The Joy Journey Podcast
• Why you should feel every emotion (not just the Joy)
• My path to sobriety and reclaiming Joy
• Moving through discomfort to get to the other side
• Creating a Daily Joy Practice

Links and resources:

Join The Joy Club [FREE]: https://jillianschecher.com/thejoyclub/

Learn more about The  Joy Sessions Facilitator Certification Program: https://www.thejoysessions.com/joy-sessions-facilitator-program

The Law of Divine Compensation by Marianne Williamson: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/15819674-the-law-of-divine-compensation

Connect with Jillian:

Website: https://jillianschecher.com/

Instagram: @jillianschecher

Facebook: @Joyfullivingwithjillianschecher

LinkedIn: @jillianschecher

Thanks so much for tuning in! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with someone who’s ready to make Joy a priority in their life. Don’t forget to subscribe and come back next week for another episode—I can’t wait to keep exploring how Joy can transform the way we live, work, and lead.