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In the first episode of Season 2 of The Joy & Resilience Practice, Mike Cameron sits down with Sue Smiley for an honest and compassionate conversation about grief, healing, and the unexpected ways joy can coexist with sorrow. Together, they explore what it means to hold both joy and grief at the same time, how loss can reshape our understanding of resilience, and the importance of making space for our memories, our emotions, and our continued growth. Sue shares reflections from her own journey, offering wisdom, gentleness, and hope for anyone navigating grief or supporting someone they care about. This episode invites listeners to consider that resilience is not about moving on or letting go. It may be about learning to carry our stories, our love, our memories, and our grief while still choosing to engage with life, connection, and moments of joy. Whether you are grieving a loved one, experiencing a significant life transition, or simply seeking a deeper understanding of what it means to be human, this conversation is a reminder that we do not have to choose between joy and grief. We can hold both. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice – Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/636669f7-a1b7-4d35-8c7d-508493b97ffe/Season+2%2C+episode+2+box.png Home What if food could do more than fill our plates? What if it could nourish connection, dignity, belonging, and hope? In Episode 2 of Season 2 of The Joy & Resilience Practice, Mike Cameron welcomes Becca Green-LaPierre for a thoughtful conversation about the powerful role food plays in our lives, our communities, and our collective well-being. Together, they explore how food is deeply connected to joy, resilience, culture, and relationships. From shared meals and family traditions to food security, community initiatives, and the realities many individuals and families face in accessing healthy, affordable food, this episode highlights how nourishment extends far beyond hunger. Becca shares insights from her work and lived experiences, reflecting on the importance of creating communities where everyone has the opportunity to feel fed, supported, and connected. The conversation also considers how food can become a pathway for healing, belonging, intergenerational learning, and building stronger, more resilient communities. Whether you're passionate about food, community development, mental well-being, or simply looking for inspiration to reconnect with the joy found around the table, this episode offers meaningful reflections and practical hope. Because sometimes resilience looks like showing up, sharing a meal, growing something together, and remembering that nourishment is about so much more than what is on our plates. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice – Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/2988c3e5-0369-47f7-8e71-2036e2ff6a79/Season+2%2C+episode+3+box.png Home What happens when you're the person everyone turns to? In Episode 3 of Season 2, Mike Cameron is joined by Sarah MacDonald for an honest conversation about the invisible pressure so many helpers, caregivers, leaders, and changemakers carry every day. Together, they explore what it means to be "the strong one"—the person others depend on—and why constantly carrying responsibility can quietly impact our wellbeing, relationships, and capacity to keep showing up. This episode reminds us that resilience isn't about carrying more. It's about recognizing what was never ours to carry alone. Join us as we discuss vulnerability, asking for help, letting go of perfectionism, and building a life where sustainable capacity becomes just as important as showing up for others. Because being dependable shouldn't mean becoming depleted. In this episode, we explore: The invisible weight of being "the strong one"Why helpers often struggle to ask for supportThe relationship between responsibility and resilienceLetting go of perfectionismBuilding sustainable capacity without burnout The Joy & Resilience Practice is about helping you thrive through honest conversations, practical insights, and inspiring stories that remind us we're not alone. Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/6c095ffb-19d0-4dde-ac02-b6a83862435e/Season+2%2C+episode+4%2C+part+1+box.png Home What if saying "no" wasn't about pushing people away—but about creating the space to keep showing up as your best self? In Part 1 of Episode 4, Mike Cameron is joined by Bridget Havercroft for an honest and thoughtful conversation about boundaries, self-awareness, and the courage to protect our time, energy, and wellbeing. Many of us have been taught that being kind means always saying yes. But over time, constantly putting ourselves last can leave us exhausted, overwhelmed, and disconnected from what matters most. Together, Mike and Bridget explore how healthy boundaries aren't barriers—they're an essential part of resilience. They discuss why boundaries often come with guilt, how they strengthen rather than weaken relationships, and why protecting our capacity allows us to continue caring for the people and communities we love. This conversation offers practical insights and gentle encouragement for anyone learning that saying "no" to one thing often means saying "yes" to something that matters even more. In this episode, we explore: Why boundaries are an act of self-respect—not selfishnessThe guilt that often comes with saying "no"Protecting your time, energy, and emotional capacityBuilding healthier relationships through clear boundariesHow boundaries support sustainable capacity and long-term resilience Whether you're a caregiver, leader, educator, parent, or someone learning to protect your own wellbeing, this episode is an invitation to remember that resilience isn't about doing everything—it's about doing what matters most. The Joy & Resilience Practice is about helping you thrive through meaningful conversations, practical reflections, and real stories that remind us we're not alone. Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/53aef548-7ab4-4e68-81e3-a47bc2ca43e2/Season+2%2C+episode+4%2C+part+2+box.png Home The conversation continues. In Part 2 of this two-part episode, Mike Cameron and Bridget Havercroft take the discussion even deeper, exploring what happens after we begin setting boundaries—and how those boundaries can transform our relationships, leadership, and everyday lives. Healthy boundaries aren't built overnight. They require practice, self-awareness, and sometimes the courage to disappoint others in order to remain true to ourselves. Together, Mike and Bridget discuss the challenges of maintaining boundaries, navigating difficult conversations, and recognizing that protecting our wellbeing isn't something we do once—it's a lifelong practice. They also explore how boundaries create the space for greater joy, stronger relationships, and sustainable capacity, allowing us to continue showing up for the people and communities we care about without losing ourselves in the process. If you've ever struggled with people-pleasing, overcommitting, or feeling guilty for taking care of yourself, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and the reminder that boundaries are one of the most compassionate gifts we can give—to ourselves and to others. In this episode, we explore: Turning boundaries into everyday habits Navigating difficult conversations with confidence and compassion Letting go of people-pleasing and perfectionism Why healthy boundaries strengthen relationships Building sustainable capacity for the long term Living with greater intention, clarity, and joy Resilience isn't about doing more. It's about protecting the energy, time, and relationships that matter most. The Joy & Resilience Practice is about helping you thrive through meaningful conversations, practical reflections, and authentic stories that remind us we're all learning, growing, and rising together. Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/d1181dc4-a622-4556-b4a1-2b3aa3a2b827/Season+2%2C+episode+5+box.png Home What happens when you're running on empty... but life still needs you to keep showing up? In Episode 5 of Season 2, Mike Cameron is joined by Christina Sappington for an honest conversation about emotional exhaustion, burnout, and the quiet weight so many helpers, caregivers, leaders, and changemakers carry every day. Together, they explore what it means to care for others while learning to care for yourself, and why sustainable resilience isn't about pushing harder—it's about recognizing when it's time to pause, recover, and receive support. This episode is a reminder that being tired doesn't mean you're failing. It often means you've been carrying a lot. Through personal stories, practical insights, and meaningful reflection, Mike and Christina discuss the importance of rest, recovery, and giving ourselves permission to be human. Because resilience isn't measured by how much you can endure. It's measured by how well you learn to care for yourself along the way. In this episode, we explore: Recognizing the signs of burnout and emotional fatigue Why helpers often put themselves last The difference between rest and recovery Small practices that restore your capacity Giving yourself permission to slow down Building sustainable resilience for the long term Whether you're supporting a family, leading a team, caring for others, or simply navigating a busy season of life, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and the reminder that you deserve the same compassion you so freely give to everyone else. The Joy & Resilience Practice is about helping you thrive through meaningful conversations, practical reflections, and authentic stories that remind us we're all learning, growing, and rising together. Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/8b588468-8f44-4441-bda9-9b61b4e2cfa7/Season+2%2C+episode+6+box.png Home What if joy isn't something you have to chase—but something you can intentionally practice every day? In Episode 6 of Season 2, Mike Cameron welcomes Nikki Gray for a meaningful conversation about the kind of joy that lasts. Not the fleeting moments of happiness, but the deeper joy that helps us stay grounded, connected, and resilient through life's challenges. Together, Mike and Nikki explore how joy can become a daily practice rather than a destination. They discuss the small moments that restore us, why joy is an essential part of resilience—not a reward for getting everything done—and how intentionally creating space for joy helps us build sustainable capacity for the people and work we care about most. This episode is an invitation to slow down, notice what's already good, and rediscover the everyday moments that fill your cup. Because joy isn't a luxury. It's part of how we keep going. In this episode, we explore: The difference between happiness and lasting joy Why joy is essential to building resilience Simple daily practices that restore your energy Finding meaning in ordinary moments Letting go of the belief that joy must be earned Creating sustainable capacity through intentional living Whether you're navigating a demanding season, supporting others, or simply longing to feel more present in your own life, this conversation offers practical encouragement and a reminder that joy is one of the most powerful ways we care for ourselves and those around us. The Joy & Resilience Practice is about helping you thrive through meaningful conversations, practical reflections, and authentic stories that remind us resilience is built one moment—and one choice—at a time. Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/019ffc53-25f9-4147-935e-8196b62a7e64/Season+2%2C+episode+7+box.png Home Who are you when life asks you to become someone you never expected to be? In Episode 7 of Season 2 of The Joy & Resilience Practice, Mike Cameron sits down with Ginette Goulet for a thoughtful conversation about identity, change, and the courage it takes to embrace new chapters in life. Whether the shift comes through a career transition, personal loss, caregiving, retirement, illness, or an unexpected life event, identity changes can leave us questioning who we are and where we belong. Together, Mike and Ginette explore what it means to navigate those moments with honesty, self-compassion, and resilience. Ginette shares insights from her own experiences, reflecting on how growth often begins with letting go of old expectations and making space for new possibilities. Their conversation highlights the importance of staying connected to our values, recognizing our strengths, and trusting that even in seasons of uncertainty, we are becoming who we are meant to be. This episode is a reminder that identity isn't something we lose—it evolves. By embracing change with curiosity rather than fear, we can discover deeper purpose, renewed joy, and a stronger sense of self. If you're standing at a crossroads, navigating a transition, or wondering what comes next, this conversation offers encouragement to move forward with confidence and hope. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice – Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/f1b12f53-4544-4f40-8197-7a1d62396459/Season+2%2C+episode+8+box.png Home How do we take what we've learned through life's challenges and use it to create a meaningful future? In the Season 2 finale of The Joy & Resilience Practice, Mike Cameron is joined by Michelle MacMillan-Turner for an inspiring conversation about living with purpose, embracing growth, and choosing to move forward with intention. Throughout the season, we've explored joy, grief, nourishment, boundaries, sustainable capacity, identity, and resilience. In this final episode, Mike and Michelle reflect on what it means to take those lessons beyond the conversation and begin living them every day. Michelle shares thoughtful insights on personal growth, leadership, relationships, and the power of aligning our actions with our values. Together, they discuss how resilience isn't simply about overcoming adversity—it's about allowing our experiences to shape us into more compassionate, courageous, and authentic versions of ourselves. This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect on your own journey, and consider what you're carrying forward into your next chapter. Because resilience isn't a destination—it's a way of living. And every small step we take today has the power to create a stronger tomorrow. As Season 2 comes to a close, Mike extends his gratitude to every guest who shared their stories and every listener who joined the journey. Thank you for being part of this growing community committed to building lives rooted in joy and strengthened through resilience. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice – Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/b2f55f3f-1f29-4291-9196-38790deeb644/Season+3%2C+episode+1+box.png Home What if asking for help is not a sign of weakness—but one of the most courageous ways we practice resilience? In Episode 1 of Season 3 of The Joy & Resilience Practice Podcast, Mike Cameron welcomes Jenn Holleman for an honest and thoughtful conversation about vulnerability, support, and the courage it takes to admit when we cannot carry everything alone. For caregivers, leaders, parents, helpers, and those who are often known as “the strong one,” asking for help can feel uncomfortable. We may worry about becoming a burden, disappointing others, losing control, or appearing less capable. Together, Mike and Jenn explore why highly capable people can struggle to receive support, how helping others can become part of our identity, and the important difference between healthy independence and isolation. Jenn brings her own experiences to the conversation, reflecting on what she has learned about asking for and accepting help. She speaks to the importance of having people around us we can turn to, allowing ourselves to be vulnerable, and recognizing that we don’t always have to have everything figured out before reaching out. Her reflections offer a reminder that receiving support can be just as important as the support we so readily give to others. Their conversation also explores the value of recognizing what kind of help we actually need—whether that means practical assistance, professional support, advice, a listening ear, or simply having someone beside us during a difficult moment. This episode introduces The Support Check, a practical reflection tool designed to help you consider what you are carrying, what you do not need to carry alone, who you could reach out to, and what you might actually ask them for. This conversation is a reminder that courage does not always look like pushing through. Sometimes courage sounds like, “Can you help me?” And sometimes resilience begins when we realize we were never meant to do everything alone. Whether you are navigating a difficult season, supporting everyone around you, or learning how to receive care yourself, this episode offers encouragement to reach out, stay connected, and allow others to walk alongside you. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice — Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. joyandresilience.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/634f8cd8-7dee-4493-bcb2-3950e29ecccd/Season+3%2C+episode+2+box.png Home What if resilience isn’t about finding the perfect strategy—but learning what actually works for you? In Episode 2 of Season 3 of The Joy & Resilience Practice Podcast, Mike Cameron welcomes Julianne Misner and Alex Henshaw for a thoughtful conversation about the practices, people, and supports that help us navigate life—and why resilience looks different for each of us. Building on Episode 1’s conversation about The Courage to Ask for Help, this episode widens the lens and asks an important question: What does practicing resilience actually look like in everyday life? Together, Mike, Julianne, and Alex explore why there is no single “right” way to be resilient. What helps when we’re overwhelmed may be very different from what we need when we’re lonely, exhausted, grieving, angry, or simply feeling disconnected from joy. The conversation encourages us to become more aware of what we need in the moment—and to match the right support to that need. They also explore an important part of our resilience toolkit that we sometimes overlook: other people. Friends, family, community, mentors, colleagues, professionals, and supportive spaces can all help us carry life when things become difficult. Resilience doesn’t always have to be something we practice alone. And just as life changes, our resilience toolkit can change too. Something that supported us five or ten years ago may not be what we need today. Different seasons of life can call for different tools, different relationships, and sometimes the willingness to let go of what no longer serves us. This episode introduces My Personal Resilience Toolkit, a practical reflection exercise to help you identify what supports you when you need rest, connection, perspective, support, joy, or a way forward when life changes unexpectedly. Because a resilience toolkit isn’t valuable because it contains everything. It’s valuable because it contains the right things for you. Whether you’re navigating a challenging season, looking for ways to strengthen your resilience, or simply becoming more intentional about taking care of yourself, this conversation offers encouragement to experiment, stay curious, and get to know what helps you come back to yourself. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice — Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. joyandresilience.com https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/4b1d7d10-63f3-4bd7-b642-eaebe17623b9/Season+3%2C+Episode+3+box.png Home What if rest isn’t something we have to earn—but something we need in order to keep showing up for the lives we’re building? In Episode 3 of Season 3 of The Joy & Resilience Practice Podcast, Mike Cameron welcomes Kylie Hebb for an honest and thoughtful conversation about rest, recovery, and why slowing down can sometimes be one of the hardest things for capable, caring, and busy people to do. In a culture that often celebrates productivity and busyness, it can be easy to believe that rest comes only after everything is finished. But what happens when the list is never actually finished? And what happens when continually pushing through begins to affect our capacity to be present for ourselves and the people who matter to us? Together, Mike and Kylie explore why so many of us feel we need to earn rest, the guilt that can come with stepping away from our responsibilities, and the difference between simply stopping and actually allowing ourselves to recover. Their conversation looks at the many ways exhaustion can show up and why sustainable resilience requires us to notice what we need before we reach the point of complete depletion. Rest isn’t always sleep, either. Sometimes we need physical recovery; other times we may need mental space, emotional breathing room, connection, or even some time away from the demands and expectations we carry. The conversation also challenges the idea that taking a break means we are lazy, unproductive, or somehow doing less. Instead, rest can be part of how we protect our capacity—allowing us to return to our relationships, responsibilities, and the things we care about with more of ourselves available. This episode introduces the Personal Recovery Inventory, a practical Resilience in Practice tool that invites you to consider what restores you physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially—and then ask yourself one important question: What kind of recovery am I actually needing right now? Because rest isn’t weakness. It isn’t laziness. And it isn’t a reward we receive once we’ve finally done enough. Rest is part of resilience. Whether you’re someone who is always on the go, the person others depend on, or simply finding it difficult to give yourself permission to slow down, this conversation offers an invitation to reconsider your relationship with rest—and recognize recovery as part of building a life you can sustainably live and enjoy. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. The Joy & Resilience Practice — Helping You Thrive, One Story at a Time. joyandresilience.com Season 3, Episode 3 — Rest Isn’t a Reward https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/699341e1cf03d32a793ba275/65085fdd-f65c-4456-8744-5d7993e394b9/Season+3%2C+Episode+4+box.png Home What happens when the life we’re living doesn’t look like the life we imagined? In Episode 4 of Season 3 of The Joy & Resilience Practice Podcast, Mike Cameron welcomes Mike Butler for an open and thoughtful conversation about change, uncertainty, disappointment, adaptation—and finding our way forward when life takes us somewhere we never expected to go. We make plans. We set goals. We imagine how our relationships, careers, families, health, finances, and futures are supposed to unfold. Plans can give us a sense of direction and security—but life doesn’t always follow the path we have carefully mapped out. Together, Mike and Mike explore what happens when that certainty disappears and we are left navigating a reality we didn’t choose. Their conversation considers our relationship with expectations and control, the fear and uncertainty that can accompany unexpected change, and even the grief we can experience for a future that never happened. They also explore the importance of giving ourselves permission to acknowledge, “This isn’t what I wanted—and this hurts,” rather than rushing immediately toward a silver lining. Resilience doesn’t require us to pretend disappointment isn’t painful. It can allow us to honour what we’ve lost while gradually finding a way forward. Mike Butler brings his own perspective and experience to the conversation as the two Mikes reflect on what it means to find your footing when the plan changes. Rather than expecting ourselves to immediately create an entirely new roadmap, sometimes the work is simply figuring out the next right step—even when we can’t yet see where the road is leading. This episode introduces a practical Resilience in Practice tool: CONTROL → RELEASE → ATTEND → MOVE What can I influence or control? What is outside my control that I’m spending energy trying to change? What actually needs my attention today? What’s one next step I can take? Not ten steps. Not the entire plan. One next step. Because resilience may not be about having the perfect backup plan. Sometimes it’s trusting ourselves enough to know that when life changes, we can grieve, pause, adjust, ask for help—and eventually, move. The road ahead doesn’t always have to be completely visible. Sometimes we just need enough light for the next step. Whether you’re navigating an unexpected transition, grieving the future you thought you would have, or simply trying to figure out what comes next, this conversation offers an invitation to release what you cannot control, attend to what matters today, and trust yourself to take the next step. Rooted in Joy. Rising in Resilience. 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