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The sequel everyone has been asking for since episode one.  Here is your chance to hear how things are going with the most interesting DOG in the world, Tito!    Tito and I were matched by Pawadise Pet Rescue, after a couple of rejects in the adoption process in 2020. I'll share stories and lessons I'm learning from him  that you can all appreciate.This is also the season 2 opener.  Thanks for returning listeners and welcome to anyone tuning in for the first time.It will be time well spent.  I promise you that!Music and sound EFX licensed through subscription with Soundstripe.

I’ve got a list of goals going for the new year, including continuing the podcast,  but before I make them official I thought it would be cool to do a recap of episodes of the BringJoy podcast in 2020.  So turn up the volume and spend a few minutes with me on ----rewind. Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/My life coach https://www.coachsawyersays.com/Natalie Piersonhttps://integratedform.com/ARCC Donzel Leggetthttps://www.joinarcc.org/

Remember to show compassion for all beings - even the humans - that think and do differently, because we are all connected and if we lose sight of that we’ll be suffering,  like fish out of water.Coach Sawyer https://www.coachsawyersays.com/Sponsorhttps://lovecheekykw.com/

The world doesn’t slow down or give us more time, but We can even when we hustling, living BIG , and making things happen.  We can slow down enough to catch a breath, ground our feet and soak up what’s right in front of us.

We are all storytellers and can tell it, or not ------how the story starts and where it finishes is up to you and If tell it with your truth it’ll be a masterpiece! 

There is power in our voice and it can make a difference.  There’s a national election coming up in the US.  This is a great time to practice using your voice, by voting!Whether to For the next president Or to reElect that congresswoman from Distict26, My girl DMP To send a local to state to represent Seat a county commishOr support a city referendum to protect the environmentOh and remember the circuit judges - who amongst them may be the next RBG in the supreme?Elections aren’t the only time to use your voiceAttend a rally for equal rightsCall out the racists at the water cooler And finally and most especially speak up for yourself! 

Two thumbs up - 5 stars - Must See Whatever the hook you need to hear, I’ll say that to get you to watch the documentary streaming now called My Octopus Teacher.  It’s a beautiful film about two beings that form a surprising connection.The beauty of this movie there are all these subtle reminders that collectively leave you feeling refreshed.  Watch for yourself ---see what #BurstOfJoy comes up for you!

2020 keeps throwing hands -We’ve lost the mighty social advocate and supreme court justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.  There’s been a collective sadness as is expected when someone so beloved and admired is lost.  My observation as I look beyond the tributes into the emotions And listening beyond the words to the tone, a sense of despair is settling in...So I offer this #BurstofJoy Find your power and use it to fulfill your purpose- it is what I most admired of RBG

My first conversation episode!  So excited to bring a special guest to the mic and introduce my listeners to  - Natalie Pierson founder of Integrated Form, based out of Brooklyn, NY. Natalie is my family, my friend, and inspires me on the regular to be well in mind, body, and spirit.  Our conversation is energized by our connection to BringJoy to the world and I hope you will feel it when you listen.  We talk movement, mediation, mind quality, tree-hugging, nutrition, sleep, spiritual connections, intention, sex education, AND we laugh a lot!Integrated Form supports others to transform the way they feel in their body and to become more empowered to live a life with more joy.  ; ) Natalie has 10 years of experience in fitness, yogic wellness, and healing arts.She considers herself a movement muse, and energy enhancer and bridge for others to help accelerate their body connection and upgrade their healing intelligence. Her deep spiritual touch & sessions have supported nationally ranked athletes, grammy-nominated artists, healers, mothers, and those that desire to feel better, move better and live lighter.Natalie Piersonhttp://integratedform.com/5 Steps to Accelerate HealingFree Offeringhttps://tinyurl.com/y63r98ed Video Podcast versionhttps://youtu.be/5EMn7fxGz_8  

This one - this is all about grandmothers, and the love they give. Not just mine, but yours too.  I reached out to my friends via social media and asked them to share somethings about their grandmothers.  A couple hours later my feed was full of the sweetest memories reaffirming that doing an episode on grandmothers would be a crowd-pleaser.  It seems grandmothers are kinda like puppies, and babies - everybody loves ‘em. If we set our intent on loving unconditionally, what a world it could be.Production: Wonderdog > http://markypierson.com/ <Sponsor: LoveCheeky  > https://www.lovecheekykw.com/ <  

How do we bringjoy to a world full of bigotry and hate - Start by knowing better.  Maya Angelou said when you know better you do better.  The world isn’t full of those evils. It’s full of people.  Who can learn and choose to live in love. Ms. Maya also said “Hate has caused a lot of problems in this world, but it has not solved one yet.”  There’s much grace, dignity, courage and resolve in this world and - the black community has been demonstrating these qualities for centuries. It’s time the rest of us take notice...  Much LoveSong: Jacquelyn WilliamsContributor: Morgan Fraga Piersonhttps://www.morganfraga.com/Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/Please learn from these individuals mentioned in this episodeJames Baldwinhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKku0AfTs0cActivist Killer Mike @KillerMikeSpiritual Teacher Michael Beckwithhttps://michaelbeckwith.com/Influencer Light Watkinshttps://www.lightwatkins.com/Teacher Michelle Johnsonhttps://www.michellecjohnson.com/skill-in-action-bookAuthor https://www.kimjoneswrites.com/Freedom Fighter Patrisse Cullorshttps://patrissecullors.com/Maya Angelouhttps://www.mayaangelou.com/

It seems like lately, I got more questions than answers and if you know a Virgo like me you know that’s an uncomfortable place to be.  My coach keeps reminding me--- when you are uncomfortable you are growing so there’s that and I know I’m not alone- this Pandemic Of 2020 has us all asking questions and living differently.Collaboration: Clay FragaProduction: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/My Coach https://www.coachsawyersays.com/Leon Bridgeshttps://www.leonbridges.com/music

I got a story to share with you about my relationship with a man named Jim.  He started out as my boss and ended up being my mentor and a treasured friend.  The lessons I learned from him have served me well through life's ups and downs.   Listen up and you’ll learn why I choose now to share them and challenge you to show up like Jim showed up for me. Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/Sponsor: LoveCheeky https://www.lovecheekykw.com/Donate: Take Stock In Children https://monroecountyedfound.com/become-a-tsic-mentor

Let me tell you a story about the time I got my heart broke by a dog, I never met.I know ----sounds like a sad story, right? But stick with me. I learned 10 lessons along the way that helped me flip this story into a happy ending and I want to share them with you.  There’s also a twist that ends with a sloppy kiss.resources : Sponsor:  LoveCheeky. www.lovecheekykw.com Production: Wonderdog http://markypierson.com/Donate: Pawadise Pet Rescuehttp://pawadisepetrescue.com/index.html