Forward To Joy

I was honored to chat with Kelly Owen. We had such an honest, expansive conversation about what it really looks like to question your beliefs and come back to yourself. She shared her journey of leaning into authenticity, and how exploring plant medicine, including ayahuasca, became part of her healing and growth. We talked about trust, patience, and the role community plays in supporting deep transformation.Connect with Kelly: https://kellycole.substack.com Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt interview, I sit down with Stacey Johnson to explore her personal journey through profound loss and how it inspired her to help women navigate grief, trauma, and self-discovery through coaching and energy work. She shares practical tools, mental models, and powerful insights on managing grief, healing limiting beliefs, and finding joy again after tragedy.Connect with Stacey: Email: stacey@staceyjohnsoncoaching.comYou Tube: Welcome to Calm Mom ConversationsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/stacey.v.johnsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/staceyjohnsoncoaching/Download free reset guide: https://stacey-johnson-coaching.kit.com/c8f2662cfc Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I interviewed Ashley about her journey from personal tragedy to founding the Memento Foundation. She shared how her own experience with loss led her to discover the healing power of photography and inspired her to create an organization that supports others through grief. During our conversation, Ashley talked about the importance of holistic grief support and the role community plays in helping people feel less alone in their pain. She also offered thoughtful insights on processing grief and shared practical tools that can help people navigate loss in meaningful and compassionate ways. Connect with Ashley: momentofoundation.org ashleynicolejones.com Instagram: @momentofoundation Order a copy of Ashley’s book: https://a.co/d/01UCmUs6 Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Jenn Rapkin about her journey into naturopathic medicine and the work she does helping people reconnect with their bodies. During our conversation, she shared the importance of embodiment and how tuning into our physical sensations can help us better understand and process our emotions. Dr. Rapkin also offered practical tools for managing difficult feelings through bodywork and mindfulness. We talked about how building resilience, learning to trust yourself, and allowing space for your emotions can support deep healing and overall well-being.Connect with Dr. Jenn: www.drjennrapkin.com Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Lisa, who shared her journey of homesteading, personal growth, and healing through some of life’s hardest challenges. We talked about the importance of creating a nurturing home environment and how that space can support both family and personal transformation. Lisa opened up about the difficult reality of addiction in her family and the ways it shaped her path. She also spoke candidly about her search for identity and purpose—not just as a mother, but as her own person. Throughout our conversation, Lisa highlighted the power of community, connection, and the tools that have helped her navigate her healing journey. Her story is a powerful reminder that even through struggle, it’s possible to create a meaningful and beautiful life.Connect with Lisa: Instagram: @modernhomesteadwomanWww.modernhomesteadwoman.com Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In my engaging conversation with Avery Cundill, we explored themes of personal growth, the importance of setting boundaries, and the journey of making bold life changes. We discussed the challenges of navigating fear, the significance of intentional relationships, and the process of decluttering both physically and emotionally. Our dialogue emphasized the need for self-care, the power of conviction, and the joy that comes from resilience. Avery shared insights from her new podcast, 'The Declutter Queen,' focusing on how to create space in life for what truly matters. Connect with Avery: www.thedeclutterqueen.ca Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening conversation, I had the pleasure of speaking with Brittany Bennett, a licensed mental health counselor. Brittany shared her inspiring journey into the field of mental health and what motivated her to write a book on self-care. We explored the importance of creating safe spaces for individuals to express their feelings and how the definition of self-care is evolving. Brittany highlighted the significance of mindfulness in our daily lives and the need for intentional living. We also discussed effective communication in therapy and how burnout can impact our emotional well-being. Additionally, we touched on the importance of sleep hygiene, understanding the lethality spectrum in mental health, and how writing a book can be a powerful way to share knowledge and experiences.Connect with Brittany: Website: http://www.botwservices.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-h-bennett-55a84b52/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britthannahb/ Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I had the honor of interviewing Donella Dowdle about her transformative work in Trauma Touch Therapy. Donella shared her personal journey into this field and the experiences that led her to embrace a healing approach centered on the mind-body connection. She explained how Trauma Touch Therapy creates a safe, supportive space where clients can gently reconnect with their bodies and process trauma without becoming re-traumatized.What stood out to me most was how individualized the work is. Donella emphasized that each session is guided by the client’s needs, comfort level, and pace, empowering them to regain a sense of agency and awareness within their own bodies. We talked about the importance of body awareness in emotional healing and how many people benefit from learning to tune into physical sensations as part of their trauma recovery journey.Our conversation highlighted not only who can benefit from this therapy, but also why creating safety and choice is foundational to deep, lasting healing.Connect with Donella: Donella@healingtouchtherapeutics.com Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, I sit down with Ashley Fisher to talk about how embodiment tools can help unlock emotional release. As she shares her story, I’m struck by her honesty and vulnerability. She describes a powerful moment when she realized that the intense emotions she was feeling weren’t actually about the person in front of her—they were rooted in the pain of a past friendship.Listening to her, I’m reminded how often our emotional triggers have deeper origins than we realize. Ashley’s experience highlights the importance of slowing down, tuning into our bodies, and getting curious about what’s really underneath our reactions. It’s a beautiful reminder that when we’re willing to explore the true source of our feelings, we open the door to healing and real personal growth. Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Alexandra is highlighting her conversation with Scottie Durett of Momplex. Scottie empowers women and moms to find meaning and purpose in their lives that is more than being a mom. In her conversation with Alexandra they discuss how no matter what life hands you, there is hope and possibility to find meaning and purpose. Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Alexandra Wyman speaks with Rachel Gibbons, a consultant psychiatrist and researcher focused on suicide and bereavement. Rachel shares her unexpected journey into this field, driven by her experiences as a clinician facing the tragic loss of patients to suicide. They discuss the profound impact of suicide on both clinicians and families, the stigma surrounding it, and the importance of emotional resilience and support systems. Rachel emphasizes the need for ongoing inner work and therapy in the healing process, as well as the complexities of grief, blame, and the search for joy after loss. The conversation highlights the necessity of compassion in discussions about suicide and the challenges of navigating the fix-it mentality in mental health.Connect with Dr. Rachel: LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-rachel-gibbons-96620a51/ Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Scottie Durrett opens up about the challenges of motherhood, expressing the internal conflict between loving her children and feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting. She discusses the societal pressures to be a perfect mom and the toll it takes on mental health, ultimately advocating for the importance of self-care and acknowledging one's feelings. Connect with Scottie: Instagram: @scottiedurrettPodcast: Momplex https://www.soundoff.network/show/momplex-with-scottie-durrett/ Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Alexandra chats with psychic and medium, Kim Moore, who shares her profound journey into the world of mediumship following the tragic loss of her partner. Kim discusses her initial skepticism, the signs she received from the other side, and the various ways spirits communicate with us. She explains the different types of psychic abilities known as the Claire's, and delves into what happens after death, emphasizing the continuity of connection with our loved ones. The conversation also touches on the importance of setting boundaries in mediumship and the unique experiences of working with children. Throughout the episode, Kim offers insights into the nature of energy, the significance of signs, and the healing power of love, leaving listeners with a sense of hope and understanding about life after death.Connect with Kim: Website: www.readingsbykim.comFacebook: Medium & Psychic Kim MooreInstagram: readingsbykimTikTok: ReadingsByKim Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Matt shares his journey into play therapy, influenced by his upbringing and family background. He discusses the importance of co-regulation, the role of parents in emotional development, and how children's behaviors often communicate their feelings. The conversation also highlights the significance of repair in relationships, the power of naming feelings, and the concept of interoception in understanding emotions. Matt emphasizes that unregulated emotions can lead to anxiety and poor relationships, and he concludes with practical advice for parents on nurturing emotional health in their children. Connect with Matt: www.fingertothemooncounseling.comwww.playtherapyconnection.comEmail: Matt@fingertothemooncounseling.comPhone: 970-626-7476 Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Forward to Joy, Alexandra reflects on the emotional shifts and energetic changes that come with the New Year, particularly as we transition into 2026. She discusses the importance of community, personal growth, and emotional awareness, encouraging listeners to contemplate what changes they want to make in their lives. Alexandra emphasizes the significance of self-reflection, setting boundaries, and understanding grief as part of the healing process. She invites listeners to join her on this journey of transformation and growth throughout the year. Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this final episode of 2025, Alexandra reflects on a year filled with love and loss, emphasizing the importance of healing, finding joy in difficult moments, and the continuous journey of personal growth. She shares insights on letting go of expectations, protecting one's energy, and the significance of dreaming and setting intentions for the new year. The episode serves as a reminder to appreciate the journey and the lessons learned along the way. Connect with Alexandra on her website, forwardtojoy.com, or send her an email at alexandra@forwardtojoy.com. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Alexandra is highlighting her interview on the She Diaries podcast with Krista Gregg. The conversation focuses on resilience and misconceptions that can arise with a loss by suicide. Krista does a great job asking poignant questions to help create an understanding that loss is not always predictable. Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Alexandra discusses preparing for the holidays and reflects on the past year She chats about exploring the importance of setting intentions rather than resolutions, the significance of taking time for contemplation, and the ongoing journey of managing grief. Alexandra also chats with her friend Alena about the upcoming holidays, tools to get through them and all the randomness that comes with preparing for the holidays. Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this conversation, Phil Weiss returns and introduces the EVOKE life planning process, which helps individuals align their financial goals with their personal values. The discussion also touches on the significance of building trust in financial advisory relationships and how life planning can aid individuals in overcoming loss and envisioning a fulfilling life. Phil shares insights on the emotional aspects of financial management, including feelings of shame and guilt, and highlights the importance of safety, security, and freedom in achieving financial well-being.Connect with Phil: Website: https://apprisewealth.com/Instagram: phweiss11Facebook: AppriseWealth Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this heartfelt conversation, Alexandra and Larry Carlat explore the profound journey of grief following the loss of a child. Larry shares his personal story of losing his son Rob and how it led him to write a survival guide for grieving parents. They discuss the importance of community, the role of writing in healing, and the unique challenges faced by men in expressing their grief. The conversation emphasizes the transformation that can occur through grief, the significance of maintaining connections with loved ones, and the moments of joy that can emerge amidst the pain. Connect with Alexandra on her website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or send her an email at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠alexandra@forwardtojoy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Portions or topics on this show may be triggering. Please seek professional help or assistance if needed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices