Read the full show notes: https://jumpstartyourjoy.com/2024/06/finding-joy-through-structure-and-elegance-with-jennifer-l-scott/

In this episode of Jump Start Your Joy, Paula interviews Jennifer L. Scott, the New York Times bestselling author of the Madame Chic Series and content creator behind The Daily Connoisseur, who shares how adding structure and more formality to life can bring intentional joy.

Jennifer highlights her experiences living with a traditional family in Paris, her journey as a YouTuber through the Daily Connoisseur, and how she navigates homeschooling while balancing her professional life.

The conversation dives into how self-discipline and mindful living can transform daily routines, and Jennifer offers tips on being present, observing nature, and incorporating lifelong learning into one's lifestyle. Paula also introduces a new segment on inspiration, intention, or action, encouraging listeners to continually seek personal growth.

Resources:

Buy Jennifer's Book, Lessons From Madame Chic: https://amzn.to/3KYSCln

The Daily Connoisseur on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEnEnLT5wBVnK56QFRg_Iwg

Jennifer L. Scott's website: https://jenniferlscott.com/

Jump Start Your Joy's website: https://jumpstartyourjoy.com/

Labyrinth Walk information: https://jumpstartyourjoy.com/labyrinth-basics/

Time Stamps:

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:42 Jennifer L. Scott's Background and YouTube Channel
03:34 The Joys of Childhood and Early Inspirations
05:40 Writing the Madame Chic Series
08:08 Living a Formal Life: Lessons from Paris
10:43 Pandemic Reflections and Seeking Structure
16:23 Community Feedback and Personal Transformations
22:28 The Struggles of YouTube Content Creation
22:58 Taking YouTube Seriously
24:25 Balancing YouTube and Personal Life
26:36 The Chic Assignments
29:54 Homeschooling and Delegation
31:17 The Reality Behind YouTube Success
34:21 Future Plans and Community Building
37:37 Final Thoughts and Inspirations

Get the full show notes: https://jumpstartyourjoy.com/2024/06/exploring-trauma-and-joy-with-author-jen-soriano

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In this episode of Jumpstart Your Joy, Paula interviews Jen Soriano, a Filipinx writer and movement builder, about her experiences with trauma and healing. They discuss Jen's book 'Nervous Essays on Heritage and Healing,' the effects of trauma, and the importance of addressing collective pain. The conversation delves into the difference between trauma-informed and trauma-wise approaches, the impact of the pandemic on mental health, and the pressing issues within local communities, such as the banning of pride flags in schools. 

Jen also shares her personal journey through grief and chronic pain and offers practical advice and insights into the fundamentals of healing and finding joy.

Find Jen Soriano's website: https://www.jensoriano.net/

Jen Soriano on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jensorianowrites

Buy the book: https://amzn.to/4cfAkrw

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00:00 Welcome to Season Eight!
01:03 Introducing Jen Soriano
01:38 Diving into Trauma and Healing
04:16 Jen's Childhood Joys
06:21 The Birth of a Book
10:17 Understanding Trauma
15:23 Chronic Pain and Trauma
22:54 The Fluidity of Our Nervous Systems
25:09 Rewiring Neural Circuits for Joy
27:25 The Pandemic's Collective Trauma
29:44 Addressing Global and Local Issues
32:28 School Board Controversies and Trauma
42:15 Healing Trauma and Finding Joy
46:21 Conclusion and Final Thoughts