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This is Your Journey to Joy Podcast where you will hear inspiring stories from those who over come all kinds of lifes challenges., tips on how to stay healthy during stress of life and simple ways of finding joy in your own life.
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4 days ago
4 days ago
Moyra Gorski shares some quick and pratical joy tips to help lift your mood and energy.
It's officially Spring time and a good time to clean out .
Listen for tips on 'internal' cleansing as well as cleaning, donating and getting rid of things that do not serve us.
What feels heavy ?
Time to clean out .
How are you doing?
Where are you able to find JOY ???
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Friday May 15, 2026
Friday May 15, 2026
Moyra Gorski shares some quick and pratical joy tips to help lift your mood and energy. She encourages you to get outside move, connect with others and find time for the good in amoungst the busy times.
This is a mid-month check in.
How are you doing?
Where are you able to find JOY ???
Let's connect https://linktr.ee/greengorski
Tuesday May 12, 2026
Tuesday May 12, 2026
In this episode I share my inspiring journey of discovering ballroom dance during the pandemic and how it transformed my life. Moyra who was not a dancer growing up, found herself intrigued by a friend's Facebook posts about ballroom dancing. Encouraged to try it out, she took her first lesson at a Fred Astaire studio and quickly became hooked.
In this episode Moyra discusses how dancing became more than just a hobby; it became a form of life coaching and personal growth. She shared four key lessons she learned through dance:
I hope you find it empowering and motivating to say YES to yourself, whatever age you are !!
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00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:00:14 - Origin of the Story Sharing Idea
00:00:34 - Moyra's Dance Journey Begins
00:01:00 - Discovering Dance During the Pandemic
00:01:31 - Initial Curiosity and First Dance Lesson
00:02:24 - Moyra's Background and Love for Classical Music
00:03:07 - Professional Dance Instructors and Early Lessons
00:03:38 - Realizing the Deeper Impact of Dance
00:04:01 - Four Key Lessons from Dance
00:05:06 - Saying Yes to Yourself
00:07:05 - Following a Lead
00:09:00 - Trust and Letting Go of Control
00:11:05 - Trust and Being Held
00:14:24 - Dance as a Metaphor for Life
00:16:05 - Physical Demands of Dance and Nutrition
00:18:09 - Essential Oils and Stress Relief
00:20:33 - Nutrition and Competitions
00:22:11 - Impact of Dance on Coaching and Supporting Women
00:23:04 - Confidence, Presence, and Joy
00:25:05 - Encouraging Women to Start Something New
00:27:02 - Finding Joy and Healing Through Dance
00:29:54 - Final Message: You Are Worth It
00:32:02 - Choosing to Live for Yourself
00:34:00 - Confidence and Posture
00:35:09 - Vulnerability and Mirror Work
00:37:05 - Asking for Support
00:39:01 - Investing in Yourself
00:41:09 - Living for Today
00:41:52 - Conclusion and Gratitude
Friday May 08, 2026
Friday May 08, 2026
Moyra Gorski shares quick, practical joy tips to help lift your mood and energy. She encourages getting outside, connecting with others, and using deep breathing to shift your nervous system.
She recommends using a parasympathetic essential oil, trying a cold splash in the morning, and swapping a 3 p.m. coffee for an energizing tea for steady energy.
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Friday May 01, 2026
Friday May 01, 2026
I’m Back !!!
Moyra Gorski returns to Journey to Joy with short weekly tips focused on energy, mindset, and finding everyday Joy !!
In this episode she encourages morning light exposure, a simple journal prompt to write three small things that made you smile, and checking vitamin D levels as a natural mood and energy support.
Episodes are brief (under 15 minutes) and released weekly on Fridays;
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Friday Dec 26, 2025
Friday Dec 26, 2025
In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, host Moyra Gorski welcomes a special guest, Jamie, whom she met during a retreat for cancer survivors.
Moyra shares her personal experience with breast cancer and discusses how vulnerability can lead to connection and healing.
The conversation highlights the mission of Faith Through Fire, a nonprofit organization that supports cancer survivors through mentorship.
Listeners can expect to hear inspiring stories of resilience, practical tips for maintaining health during life's challenges, and encouragement to seek joy amidst the chaos.
Join Moyra and Jamie as they embark on a heartfelt journey to discover joy and support one another in overcoming life's obstacles.
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00:00:00 - Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
00:00:18 - Host Introduction and Mission
00:01:13 - Guest Introduction: Jamie Grieshaber
00:02:06 - Meeting Jamie and the Cancer Retreat
00:03:45 - Faith Through Fire and Mentorship
00:05:06 - The Importance of Vulnerability
00:07:04 - Moira's Cancer Journey and Sharing Stories
00:09:05 - Jamie's Cancer Diagnosis and Initial Reactions
00:11:05 - Receiving the Diagnosis on Her 40th Birthday
00:13:09 - Navigating Fear and Urgency in Cancer Treatment
00:15:09 - Permission to Pause and Make Informed Decisions
00:17:06 - The Power of Sharing and Controlling the Narrative
00:19:02 - Support and Positivity from the Community
00:21:00 - Jamie's Blog and Finding Joy in Hard Times
00:23:01 - Choosing Not to Reconstruct and Setting Boundaries
00:25:06 - Dealing with External Pressures and Projections
00:27:06 - Processing Loss and Redefining Self
00:29:02 - The Importance of Taking Time for Self-Reflection
00:31:08 - Finding the Cancer in Life and Letting Go of Control
00:33:03 - The Value of Solitude and Personal Retreats
00:35:08 - Choosing to Live Fully and Actively Seeking Joy
00:37:08 - The Concept of Joy vs. Happiness
00:39:09 - Finding Joy in Small Things and Everyday Moments
00:41:10 - Gratitude Practices and Daily Joy
00:43:05 - Humor and Absurdity in Joyful Moments
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Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Moyra Gorski shares in this solo episode how a transformational intensive helped her stop playing the victim and become the leader of her own life. She reflects on powerful exercises, the Start-Stop-Continue practice, and returning to supportive groups like Al‑Anon.
Inspired by Mel Robbins and Stanford’s Odyssey Plan, Moyra introduces three life-changing questions:
1. What happens if you keep going with how things in your life right now.
2. What happens if your path disappears that you are on now ?
3. How would your life look if nothing held you back?.
She encourages listeners to choose joy, rethink their plans, and take action now.
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Check out my journal today. Purchase your own Journey to Joy Journal .
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Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
Wednesday Nov 26, 2025
In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, host Moyra Gorski welcomes emotional transformation specialist Lisa Andria.
Together, they explore the importance of self-love and acceptance as essential components of finding joy amidst life's chaos. Lisa shares her insights on overcoming self-limiting beliefs and the stories we tell ourselves that hinder our happiness. With personal anecdotes and practical tips, they discuss how to rebuild and transform our mindset to embrace a more joyful life.
Join Moyra and Lisa as they encourage listeners to support one another on their journeys and discover the joy they truly deserve.
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00:00:00 - Introduction and Self-Love
00:00:20 - Host Introduction: Moyra Gorski
00:00:41 - Podcast Overview: Finding Joy
00:01:04 - Guest Introduction: Lisa Andrea
00:02:06 - Lisa's Journey: Overcoming Fear and Self-Limiting Beliefs
00:05:03 - Discovering Life Coaching
00:06:07 - Importance of Self-Love
00:07:05 - Moyra's Personal Story: Feeling Different
00:10:04 - Family Dynamics and Self-Discovery
00:12:21 - Patterns in Relationships
00:15:53 - Generational Trauma and Limiting Beliefs
00:20:33 - Sponsor Message: Gorski Wellness
00:23:02 - Recognizing and Changing Limiting Beliefs
00:27:05 - Conscious and Unconscious Mind
00:29:00 - Mental and Emotional Release Therapy
00:32:06 - Awareness and Moving Forward
00:34:44 - Ontological Assessment Tool
00:38:18 - Vulnerability and Personal Growth
00:39:04 - Embracing Ease and Flow
00:43:23 - Conclusion and Contact Information
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, Moyra shares her mission to help listeners find joy amidst the chaos of life. Drawing from her experiences as a retired nurse, multi-passionate entrepreneur, and mother, Moyra emphasizes the importance of seeking joy actively.
This episode also features a special guest, Mandy Minitello who Moyra met through an entrepreneurial program. Together, they discuss the journey of embracing new opportunities and the unexpected paths that lead to personal growth. With time spent in Network Marketing and Sales, Mandy and Moyra chat about all of that and how their lives are forever changed with those experiences.
Tune in for uplifting insights and practical advice on finding joy in everyday life!
You can connect with Mandy Here.
She is a powerful 7- Figure Sales Coach and Fractional CSO.
00:00:00 - Introduction and Personal Story
00:00:20 - Welcome to Your Journey to Joy Podcast
00:01:15 - Introducing Guest Mandy Minitello
00:01:58 - How Moyra and Mandy Met
00:02:58 - Mandy's Introduction to Social Selling
00:06:04 - Mandy's Career Transition
00:09:05 - Achieving the $40,000 Bonus
00:10:41 - Embracing Social Selling
00:12:43 - Moyra's Journey with Shaklee
00:17:13 - Benefits of Social Selling
00:17:47 - Sponsored Message: Gorski Wellness
00:18:51 - Competitive Nature and Incentives
00:20:05 - Authenticity in Sales
00:22:47 - Importance of Product, Compensation, and Community
00:26:03 - Personal Development in Social Selling
00:26:46 - Evaluating Companies for Social Selling
00:28:53 - Feeling at Home with the Company
00:30:39 - Encouragement to Explore Opportunities
00:31:12 - Final Thoughts and Encouragement
00:32:04 - Conclusion and Call to Action
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Buy me a cup of coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juggling
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Check out my journal today. Purchase your own Journey to Joy Journal .
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Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
Tuesday Sep 23, 2025
In this episode of the Journey to Joy podcast, host Moyra Gorski welcomes a special guest who coaches high-achieving women on managing stress and anxiety. Megan DeVito. You can find her here.
Moyra shares her personal experiences as a retired nurse, entrepreneur, and mom, emphasizing the importance of finding joy amidst life's chaos. The conversation explores how a single moment can lead to significant changes, and the duo discusses inspiring stories of overcoming challenges.
We also discussed the impact of the pandemic on anxiety levels and the importance of having tools to manage stress. Megan shared practical tips, such as grounding techniques and the power of exhaling fully to reset the nervous system. She highlighted that while it's natural to feel anxious, it's crucial to find what works best for you to manage those feelings.
Towards the end of our conversation, we touched on the importance of accepting and feeling our emotions, whether it's anxiety, grief, or sadness. I shared my personal experience with grief after losing my father and how it's okay to feel those emotions deeply.
This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone struggling with anxiety or looking to find more joy in their life. I'm grateful to Megan for sharing her story and expertise with us.
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00:01:16 - Introduction of Guest: Megan DeVito
00:02:05 - Discussion on Anxiety and Stress
00:02:32 - Personal Story: Planning a Trip and Anxiety
00:04:38 - Tools for Managing Stress and Anxiety
00:07:07 - Megan DeVito's Background and Anxiety Journey
00:12:14 - Coping Mechanisms and Breathing Techniques
00:18:20 - Importance of Exhaling and Grounding Techniques
00:25:01 - Personal Grounding Practices
00:28:17 - Reprogramming the Brain and Changing Thought Patterns
00:33:33 - Impact of the Pandemic on Anxiety
00:37:08 - Accepting Discomfort and Emotional Balance
00:41:04 - Grieving and Emotional Acceptance
00:42:50 - Anderson Cooper's Podcast on Grief
Tune in for valuable tips on staying healthy and vibrant during tough times, and learn simple ways to invite joy back into your life. Join us on this journey as we support and encourage each other to rediscover the joy we deserve.
Want to continue to support ?
Buy me a cup of coffee https://www.buymeacoffee.com/juggling
Grab your Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness guide here.
Check out my journal today. Purchase your own Journey to Joy Journal .
Book your Find your JOY discovery call here.
Reach out to me @ moyra@moyragorski.com
Or find me on Social