What if joy wasn’t something you had to earn?

And what if the reason it feels so far away isn’t because you’re doing it wrong - but because your body doesn’t feel safe enough to receive it?

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Danielle Brooker - Motherhood Joy Coach, speaker, and mentor - who helps Mums break free from exhaustion, ditch the pressure to ‘do it right,’ and expand their capacity for joy without self-sacrifice.

Danielle offers a radical reframe: that true, sustainable joy isn’t found in more bubble baths or 'perfect' to-do lists. It’s found in the body, when our nervous system feels safe enough to soften.

Together, we explore:

• Why so many mothers feel stuck in survival mode
• How nervous system regulation is the missing link in accessing lasting joy
• Why “just think positive” culture can leave women feeling unseen and unsupported
• Danielle’s personal story of burnout and what it really means to “do your thing” in alignment with joy
• Practical, embodied ways to begin reconnecting with joy - even amidst the chaos of Motherhood

We also talk about Danielle’s free online retreat happening from 20–23 May 2025 -  Mama Joy Ignite - a soulful, spacious event for big-hearted, ambitious mothers ready to reconnect with themselves, break free of the mess, and ignite their joy.

Along with 18+ other inspiring experts I’m honoured to be a speaker at this retreat too - leading a juicy, soul-deep conversation and visualisation to help you lighten the maternal mental load.

🎟️ Click here to grab your FREE ticket to Mama Joy Ignite

PODCAST REFERENCES:

• Freedom From Busy by Danielle Brooker
• The 6 Human Needs - Tony Robbins TED Talk
• Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

FIND OUT ABOUT DANIELLE BROOKER:

• Visit Danielle's website HERE
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• Email Danielle on danielle@daniellebrooker.com to discuss anything that resonated from this episode!

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