In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, in this episode, we dive deep into the powerful and often challenging journey of loving your body when you're living with a chronic illness. We discuss the importance of redefining your sense of self-worth beyond physical health and how to release guilt about your limitations. Rest isn’t a luxury; it's an essential part of self-love, and we explore how to incorporate rest into your routine without feeling guilty or less than.

Key topics covered:

• Why self-worth shouldn’t be tied to your physical capabilities or appearance.
• How to embrace your body with compassion and acceptance, even when it's not functioning the way you’d like.
• Strategies for releasing the guilt surrounding your limitations, and why doing so is a form of self-compassion.
• The importance of rest in the healing process and how taking breaks is an act of self-care, not weakness.
• And I walk you through some simple exercises for building a loving relationship with your body.

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In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, I explore why self-love can be so difficult and why it’s okay to take a break when you need to. It’s normal to struggle with loving yourself, and sometimes, it’s important to lean on others for support. I’m here to remind you that it’s okay if you can’t love yourself today — I’m here to love you when you can’t.

Key topics covered:

• Self-love is a worthy journey, but it’s not always easy
• Why you shouldn’t just put on a happy face and pretend to love yourself
• It’s OK to pause, just don’t stop
• Even if you don’t love you right now, I do – and the importance of seeking help

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In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, I dive into the power of focusing on how you want to feel for the year ahead. It’s not about resolutions or doing more—it's about being and embracing the emotions that will guide you to a fulfilling year. I explore the importance of loving yourself exactly as you are and how that mindset can be a game-changer for your well-being.

I’ve also got a super fun (potentially a little scary) exercise for you to try: writing yourself a love letter. It’s time to get cozy with some self-love, write down all the things you adore about yourself, and set the tone for an amazing year ahead.

Key topics are:

• Why focusing on how you want to feel (rather than what you need to do) can transform your mindset
• The benefits of self-love and accepting yourself just as you are
• And a step-by-step guide on how to write yourself a love letter (I promise it’s worth a try)

Whether you're a fan of self-care practices or completely new to them, this episode will inspire you to look inward and embrace your amazing self—just as you are. Plus, you’ll leave with a fun new ritual that’s perfect for kicking off a year full of love and joy.

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In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, host Jenn Williams talks about the idea of self-love and why it’s an important step in the healing process. She talks about starting off the new year with a practice of self-love, and offers the following mantras as a way to begin your practice:

• I am enough, and I am deserving of all the love and happiness life has to offer.
• I choose to love myself today, no matter what.
• Every day, I grow in love, acceptance, and compassion for myself.
• I am worthy of rest, healing, and all the love I give to others. I treat myself with kindness and patience, knowing that I am enough.
• I am not my illness; I am love, strength, and resilience. I embrace every part of my journey with grace and self-compassion.
• I love and care for myself, no matter what my body is going through. My value is infinite, and I choose to nurture myself with compassion.

Tune in for the episodes the rest of this month, and subscribe to the newsletter, to learn more practices and tools to help you build a deeper sense of self-love.

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In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, host Jenn Williams takes a deep dive into the transformative power of joy and how it differs from happiness. Whether you're seeking ways to improve your mental and physical health or simply want to bring more meaning and fulfillment into your life, this episode has you covered. You’ll learn:

· The differences between joy and happiness, and why joy is important to long-term health

· How joy can benefit you both physically and mentally

· And Jenn walks you through a simple exercise you can try to build a “joy plan”

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In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, host Jenn Williams gives an overview of what’s to come in the future with the Club. There are some exciting things brewing on the horizon and she wants you to know all about them. She discusses:

· Why the Club was created and what her vision is for the future of the Club

· The upcoming Joy Muck Club membership program (to be launched some time next year) and all the amazing benefits you’ll receive as a member

· Courses she has planned and more

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In this episode of the Joy Muck Club podcast, host Jenn Williams dives into the potential hazards of the holiday season and how to keep things healthier and more joyful. There are lots of stressors during the holidays for everyone, but there are so many other little potential speed bumps when you have a chronic illness. And, if you’re not careful, they can really compromise your health and ruin your holidays. So let’s talk about how to keep ourselves as happy and healthy as possible while still enjoying the festivities.

Things we’ll learn:

· Why boundaries are extra important at the holidays and how to communicate your needs in a loving and healthy way

· Tackling the dreaded food issues: how to ask for what you need and stick to your diet

· Different ways to destress the gift giving process

· How not to overextend yourself

· And how to avoid feeling obligated to things that aren’t healthy for you

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Welcome! In this episode you’ll get to know a bit about me, this podcast, why I started it, and how it can help bring more joy into your life. I’m really excited to start this community to help people with chronic illness learn to regain the playful sparkle of life and learn to be their own person, separate from their illness. I hope these episodes will inspire you, make you laugh, and help you grow.

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