The JOY Element!: Recent Episodes
Linda Leclerc
What would be the JOY Element in your life?
A serie of conversations with well known people, and others who we should get to know, on two specific questions: How to stay zen and serene during the crazy times of our lives? and How to keep a joyful heart no matter what?
These people will share their wisdom and tools, in all simplicity, each in their own way, in every episode.
Linda Leclerc, founder of the Canadian School of Laughter Yoga and of the HAHA Sisterhood is bringing us next to her during these conversations to inspire us to find what is the JOY Element in our lives!
Enjoy!
Love and Laughter
Today's episode features my dear friend Ale B — Alexandra Bulchevich.
She's an essence expert, brand integrator, and self-described "Creative Director of Life." I like that she describes herseld as an expert in "The Art of Making Distinction", an ESSENCE-ologer! And she really is!
Originally from Argentina and living part-time in New York, she helps people awaken and express the brilliance already within them — through style, image, personal branding, and creative direction. Her mission: to help you see yourself, be seen, and step fully into your own unique presence.
I'm constantly amazed by her creativity, her courage, and her light, and I feel so privileged to call her my friend.
She is beautiful and fun and wildly talented. It's impossible not to love her!
P.S. Did you know she has her own line of beauty products?
Find her on Instagram @alebemagic or @callher.magic
And visit her website
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I've prepared a special episode for you today. And I hope it will help you.
At a time when many people are feeling worried and preoccupied by all kinds of political, climatic and economic issues, I suggest we turn our attention to something essential and wonderful: Our bodies.
In these turbulent times, it's even more important to focus on what's GOOD, what's BEAUTIFUL, what's going well (although sometimes, well means "as well as can be expected given...").
So let's take a tour of our bodies and give thanks... with a smile!
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HAHAmaste
Linda
Music by Kevin MacLeod - Fluidscape
We are staying in the same family with this episode!
Meet Patrick Bailey, Michele’s husband (Episode 23).
I would say that Patrick has a stressful job. His business is not an easy one!
I will forever be grateful for something he generously did a few years ago.
He helped me at a time I was really struggling. I was dealing with my friend’s estate in Toronto and I was alone in her big apartment, packing her things, crying my eyes out. Really, that was hard.
Patrick came with his truck and helped me get rid of the giant (and heavy) custom bookcase and shelves and then brought so many things to donate and recycle!
I tell you, he was a saviour! A generous and selfless one.
Here’s his JOY Element.
Visit his website here
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Enjoy!
This episode is very special to me because you will meet a very special woman: Michele Bailey.
Michele is my dear friend’s Therese cousin and I have met her through her.
Therese greatly admired Michele for what she had accomplished. She had created 2 succesful businesses, have published a book (The Currency of Gratitude) with Forbes on gratefulness, is mentoring numerous women in business, was nominated WBE Leader of the Year in 2020, brought the first Women President's Organization (WPO) chapter to Canada, sits on WPO board as its international representative… and I too admire her greatly! You see why now!
Michele is the founder of The Blazing Group, a brand and culture agency born of her stategy-first approcah to business, flair for sharing stories and desire to enhance employee wellness while pursuing business goals.
She also created My Big Idea®, an interactive program highly valued by leaders of organizations who understand the value of linking culture, brand and marketing to drive business growth.
Not only is she a very creative successful business woman but she is also a beautiful human being.
Visit her Blazing Agency website and My Big Idea® website
Michele's profile on Linkedin
Visit our website yogadurire.com/eng
Sometimes, life is sending you a gift. That's how I felt when I connected with Lisa Pepper-Satkin.
Lisa and I were in the same Facebook group. I posted something about my podcast and she responded.
I didn’t know her and while we were preparing for the recording, we found out that we have A WHOLE LOT in common! We both knit, play djembe, have orchids in our office! And that's just a few obvious things!
She is a warm and caring executive therapeutic coach and she lives in California.
I keep thinking it’s too bad we live so far away from each other because she is the king of woman I’d go out for coffee or do retreats with! (As a matter of fact, we just might end up organizing one together!! HAHAHA!)
She shares deep thoughts with us here and I’m so very grateful we spent that time together and record this for you.
Visit her website to know more about her and her work
Meet Marisa Ferrera, a very wise and caring woman.
Marisa's mission is to empower heart-centered women who struggle with conflict and drama in family relationships to calmly and powerfully speak up for themselves so they can create healthy, loving boundaries. Istn't that an important mission?
I remember feeling deeply calmed by her soft voice while watching her videos many years ago as we both were doing a video challenge. We had to speak about ourselves and Marisa's calm voice was very soothing. I could totally have a feeling how great of a therapist she must be!
To know more about her, visit her website www.magnifyyourmagnificence.com
And to register for the 3 days of MORALE BOOST, simply click here
Meet a wonderful woman, doing a very interesting work in our world. Debra Savoy.
Debra is a 3rd generation Canadian Spiritual Medium and a 6th generation Energy Healer. I mean... Talk about a long line of light workeds!
She brings awareness and understanding by connecting the energies of mind, body and spirit to one’s past, present and future. Debra’s guidance brings love, light and the path to healing.
We met in an event in Ottawa years ago and I immediately felt a connection with her. We talked, laughed and realized we both knit to relax!
“We are Devine Humans, capable of feeling and experiencing way more than ever before. This awareness leads to an increase in Empaths and Sensitives, which has lead us to an epidemic of mental health issues like never before. People are unable to ground themselves in this reality and confuse their feelings with with the energy around them. My want is to bring understanding and the skills to help us navigate this incredible Universal shift. This magnificent planet needs us to become awake to assist in the maintaining of our journey here.”
Find out more about her on her website
Meet Lauren Tatner.
The least I can say about her is that she is a different kind of "notaire"! One with a very "right side of the brain" life!
Founder of "Law of Happy", Lauren in a notaire, author, teacher and inspiration clown.
She earned 4 law degrees at l'Université de Montréal - Faculty of Law. But she also is certified as a Reiki teacher, consulting hypnotist, meditation teacher, laughter yoga leader and fitness instructor specialist! She also trained in theater, dance, zumba, voice, meditation, public speaking, improv, clown, comedy, past life regression, shamanism and Wigong! Really!
I tell you! She has quite an interesting life!
Mother of twins, she published a beautiful book called You are Love - Tu es Amour.
Find out about her here www.lawofhappy.com
This woman has a job I certainly would not be good at! A very stressful one. Andrea Bobkowicz is a wealth advisor - and a real good one! She has been involved in many organizations on top of dealing with the market! I met her through a mutual friend as she was taking care of her investments. When my friend needed her help for something, she was there to help and she kept helping me with the estate. A wonderful human being! We spoke on the phone for months before we were actually able to physically meet... at my friend's funeral! A generous and funny woman indeed.
Enjoy!
Greg Creech has a very interesting resumé! His first degree was in Political Science but is now a Microsoft Master Instructor. He collects awards and recognitions for the quality of his work. And that's not surprising because he is a passionate and dedicated professional. Multi-talented man, Greg is a musician, comedian, professional speaker and he has published over 15 books on Microsoft Office Suite. He writes in an easy to apply technical terms and his presentations are funny, musical but with a message and relevance. Humour, learning and business results! Nothing less! LOL! Lots of Learning!
To know more about this great man, visit his website www.gregcreech.biz
This episode is filled with high energy! We are in the presence of The Prepared Performer, Molly Mahoney. That woman is a DYNAMO!!
Fun, warm, genuine, generous. A truly amazing expert with multiple talents.
Yes.
She can teach, sing, write. She is not afraid to laugh at her mistakes and to learn from them.
Really. A great person to spend time with!
Go have a look at her YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/Thepreparedperformer), Facebook page and her website (https://www.thepreparedperformer.com). You will be impressed by the quality of her presence.
YAY Molly!
OH! And here's the link to that video that went viral! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=4565196216911058
Rhonda Scharf is a beautiful woman… inside and out!
She is a well-recognized Professional Speaker, Trainer, Consultant and Author based in Ottawa, Canada and Fort Myers, Florida. Her business, On The Right Track, has helped tens of thousands of people all over the world.
She has earned the highest speaking designation in the world, the « Certified Speaking Professional » CSP, was named as a member of the « Speaking Hall of Fame » and earned her « global Speaking Fellow ». All that combined with her peer awarded « Spirit of CAPS » award, she is the only only person in the world with all four honours. That in itself is amazing and a great inspiration for all! I bet you are thinking WOW!!! (if not, then you should!)
I met her through CAPS (Canadian Association of Professional Speakers) and immediately wanted to get to know her more.
You will love her episode!
Find out about her work on her website www.on-the-right-track.com
and watch this video www.youtu.be/OFT_aA_DVo8
Meet my dear friend, HAHA Sister, Laughter Yoga Master Trainer Colleague, Lotte Mikkelsen. Born in Denmark and living in UK, Lotte's nickname is "Your Everyday Laughter Queen"! and she is!
Are you ready to listen to a wise woman? AND to hear laughter here and there in the episode! Because when Linda and Lotte are reunited, THEY LAUGH!
Apart from laughter and technology Lotte has studied holistic therapies, talk therapies, meditation and other techniques. Lotte comes as a total package of knowledge and wisdom. In addition Lotte Mikkelsen is completely down-to-earth.
Please visit her in these pages ‘Lotte Mikkelsen – Your Everyday Laughter Queen (www.lottemikkelsen.com)’ and on ‘UnitedMind Ltd (www.unitedmind.co.uk)’ to find out more about Lotte and her work.
Meet my dear friend and Laughter Yoga colleague David Kelm. We met in 2006 in San Diego airport as I was the "shuttle" coordinator for people attending the first Laughter Yoga Conference in Ocean Side. We fell "in like" right there and have been friends since then. He is a kind, fun, genuine, openminded man and I am glad our paths crossed because of laughter! You will hear his great laugh at the end of his episode! I'm still smiling...
Meet the wonderful David Kelm.
p.s. Sorry for the picture of us and not only him! You will be able to see the great haircut he did on me!
Meet Nisha Coleman, writer, storyteller, musician and actor. But mostly a beautiful. powerful and sweet woman!
We've met thanks to a friend who suggested I spoke with her as I was looking for a nice person to help me translate a few documents. Not only did I find a patient and fun person to work with but I also discovered a beautiful and talented human being.
Nisha's book, Buskers, Stories of the Streets of Paris, is her story! In 2005, Nisha travelled to France to be with what she hoped was the love of her life. Instead, she stayed three years, playing her violin and finding a new sense of passion for music and her own independence.
Listening to this episode, hearing her soft and smiling voice, you will get an idea how great a storyteller she is! You can see more on her website: www.nishacoleman.com
A great pleasure to introduce you to her world!
This episode is brought to you by LET'S LAUGH! Laughter Exercises - The APP to help you laugh where and when you need! On AppStore and GooglePlay
Photo Jeremy Clarke
Meet Leif Hansen! Not only is this guy totally fun and nice but he is also quite wise. I have met him in London UK at the Playing Human Conference in September 2018 and was impressed by the depth of what he share with us. And we all could relate to what he was sharing with us. But, Man! This guy can seriously play! Games that help people to grow, to shine, to become the best version of themselves. I apologize in advance for the noise you will hear but we were trying to find a quiet place in a hall where the conference was happening but people obviously so very very happy to be there! HAHAHA! Visit his website at
http://LeifHansen.me -- You can also check his great tool called "Meaning, Money, Magic & Mission" A Self-Assessment for Growing Life Momentum - http://bit.ly/GameChangerSurvey
Enjoy!
Meet my friend and HAHA Sister, Cynthia Paris. She is also a Laughter Yoga Teacher. We are having a conversation on the shores of Lake Michigan on a beautiful sunny day. Check out her business Team COA http://coaprograms.org
What would you do if your doctor prescribed laughter so you feel better and healthier? This is what this medical doctor is doing! And he applies that same medicine on himself! Beautiful advice from a very nice and caring man. Meet Michael Miller, MD, a cardiologist and world authority in heart disease prevention whose original research was the first to show the benefit of positive emotions on the cardiovascular system. His book "Heal Your Heart" includes a 28-day program designed to undo past heart damage and reduce the risk of stroke, heart attack, how eating certain foods, listening to specific kinds of music, and even increasing the amount to time spent laughing can promote heart health and overall positive well-being. A GRRRREAT BOOK! And a great man! Check out his website www.drmichaelmiller.org
Meet Cathy Wildschuetz! This beautiful, down to earth and funny young woman is really inspiring. Whenever I talk with her, I always feel better after. She has a way to see the light at the end of the tunnel. She is passionate about essential oils and she KNOWS her oils! Have a look at her website www.grasshopperbynature.com and at her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/JustBreatheEssentials/
If I say Laughology, Boredom, Actorsize... you might get a real good clue on this episode guest! Yes! It's Albert Nerenberg! You might be surprised to know that Albert used to be a "serious" journalist that had a transformation after directing his breakthrough documentary, Laughology. He lightened up! Since then he became an advocate for the powerful universal nature of contagious laughter for wellness. Visit his website at www.laughologist.info and this one too www.laughology.info for the documentary. Enjoy!
If I say Laughology, Boredom, Actorsize... you might get a real good clue on this episode guest! Yes! It's Albert Nerenberg! You might be surprised to know that Albert used to be a "serious" journalist that had a transformation after directing his breakthrough documentary, Laughology. He lightened up! Since then he became an advocate for the powerful universal nature of contagious laughter for wellness. Visit his website at www.laughologist.info and this one too www.laughology.info for the documentary. Enjoy!
That woman has pizazz! Meet Angela Sutcliffe, AKA the Smart Old Broad!
Angela is a business coach and with all her 30 years of experience as a businesswoman, she sure has "been there and done that". She is passionate and fun and knowledgeable. She has lived through ups and downs in her businesses and created the ProfitMaker Program to transform entrepreneurial, gut-run entreprises into profitable, well managed businesses. To be an expert, you've got to have a track record... and she has that!
www.angelasutcliffe.com
Humor at work? Less stress and more success? Oh yes! Michael Kerr IS a real source of inspiration when it comes to that!
He worked as a senior manager, studied workplace theory for more than 25 years, interviewed CEOs and top leaders around the world from inspiring organizations. He KNOWS about workplace issues! His fun and entertaining ways of delivering serious content to his clients put him in a special category of speakers: the Hall of Famers!
Have a look at his work and subscribe to his weekly e-zine to get inspired and bring fun in your workplace!
www.mikekerr.com
My guest in this episode is my dear friend and HAHA Sister, Gail Choate. This woman is really an inspiration! We met at a Laughter Yoga Conference and she was then a beautiful clown teaching us songs to use with teenagers! Fast forward a few years, she went back to school and is now a college teacher. Talk about willpower, focus and reaching your dream! I just love her!
Terry DiMonte has been the voice who woke me up for many years! Morning man for over 30 years - can you believe that? 30 years of not sleeping enough but still being the cheerful first voice you hear in the morning! A great guy! Funny that I "know" him for being involved in helping raise money for charitable organizations (The Children's Hospital Foundation where I worked was one of them) as well as for all the enthusiasm he sprinkles on his morning show, playing classic rock and loving it!
For the last 30 years, Terry DiMonte has been the most popular radio voice in the city of Montréal. Terry was born in Verdun and grew up in the West Island. He began his radio career with the CBC in Churchill, Manitoba, then on to CITI FM in Winnipeg. In 1984 he returned home to Montréal as the morning man for CHOM FM. For the next 24 years he experienced a run as one of the highest rated and most likeable personalities in Québec.
www.terrydimonteshow.com
The JOY Element! That's REALLY cool! Subscribe to our conversations to inspire or cheer yourself up, give you ideas and tools... in brief, listen to what other people do to get and keep a joyful heart when things are not so great! Linda Leclerc, founder of the Canadian School of Laughter Yoga and the HAHA Sisterhood, invites you to sit right next to her her and listen to these inspired and inspirational conversations!