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The Positively Joy podcast is taking a powerful new direction and diving into a subject that touches so many hearts: relationships. I’m Yvette Walker, creator and host. God has placed it on my heart to share my own journey through a difficult divorce and my path back to joy—a path where God became my everything. I remember the overwhelming hurt and confusion, but I also remember the freedom that came through Jesus. In this new season, we’re going to get real. We’ll talk about the deep pain, the loss, but also the healing and liberation found in Christ. After 13 years of marriage to a man with bipolar depression, I was left broken, questioning my worth. But Psalm 91 became my anchor. “He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings, you will find refuge.” It was through faith, self-discovery, and God’s protection that I learned joy isn’t tied to life’s circumstances—it’s a choice. By leaning into His promises, I found love for myself, peace in His presence, and joy in the everyday moments I once overlooked. I invite you to join us on this journey. Share it with those who need these conversations. Positively Joy is evolving, and we’re stepping into something even greater.
Episodes
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Crescent Dragonwagon brings joy by reading to others
Monday Jun 08, 2020
Monday Jun 08, 2020
In episode 10, author Crescent Dragonwagon, yes, that's her name, and her husband, Mark Graff started reading children's books on Facebook Live during Covid-19. Her mother, Charlotte Zolotow, was an accomplished writer and brought joy to many children, as did Crescent herself. In part one of our conversation, the couple talks about why they started the story time.
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Feeding joy and starving fear on social media ... with Mashaun Simon
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
Wednesday Jun 03, 2020
This is episode 9, and part two of my conversation with Asst. Pastor Mashaun D. Simon. We finish talking about the Facebook Compliment Challenge but also delve into how social media can serve as a positive in a season of negativity.
Sunday May 31, 2020
Why the Facebook compliment challenge is so important ... with Mashaun Simon
Sunday May 31, 2020
Sunday May 31, 2020
In episode 8: Asst. Pastor Mashaun Simon posted a compliment challenge on his Facebook page. The huge response is indicative of our craving for positivity. Simon talks about this need, his unexpected path into ministry after journalism, and life in the church as a gay man.
Thursday May 28, 2020
Joy behind the wedding camera
Thursday May 28, 2020
Thursday May 28, 2020
In episode 7: Photographer Jaleccia Ates shares her insights about joy and the experiences of a single, saved woman. Credit: Ariel C. Burns Photography
Monday May 25, 2020
Can animals teach us about kindness?
Monday May 25, 2020
Monday May 25, 2020
Episode 6: On this Memorial Day, a drive through a safari park got me thinking about our freedom and how to think about others.
Thursday May 21, 2020
An interview with a Christian Covid survivor
Thursday May 21, 2020
Thursday May 21, 2020
In episode 5: Teresa Taylor Williams talks about her blog, Praises in the Pandemic and how she has sought God in this challenging season in her life.
Thursday May 14, 2020
Kindness = joy
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
The unexpected happens when you perform an act of kindness.
Thursday May 14, 2020
Birdsong = joy
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
Have you ever really listened to the birds? Are they singing for joy?
Thursday May 14, 2020
Welcome to the podcast!
Thursday May 14, 2020
Thursday May 14, 2020
Welcome to Finding Joy, a podcast on walking in joy in all seasons. I'm your host, Yvette Walker.