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POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce

POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce

The Positively Joy podcast is taking a powerful 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.

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Episodes

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce The Healing Power of Journaling: Insights from Allison Bixby Play in Edifi Player

    The Healing Power of Journaling: Insights from Allison Bixby

    In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, host Yvette Walker welcomes Allison Bixby, a journaler and professor, to discuss the transformative power of journaling, particularly in the context of faith and personal growth. Allison shares her personal journey with journaling, emphasizing its role in her faith walk and how it has helped her navigate challenging times, including her son's diagnosis with a genetic disorder. Yvette and Allison discuss various methods and prompts to help …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Healing from domestic abuse and finding hope Play in Edifi Player

    Healing from domestic abuse and finding hope

    In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, Keri Gwynne shares her personal journey through a difficult second marriage marked by abuse and trauma. She discusses the impact of domestic violence, the importance of faith, and the healing power of journaling. Keri emphasizes the need for support and community for women facing divorce, highlighting the resources available to help them navigate this challenging process. The conversation also touches on the feelings of shame and guilt that often …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Divorce trauma: Mental health can lead to end of marriage Play in Edifi Player

    Divorce trauma: Mental health can lead to end of marriage

    In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, divorce survivor Pamela Good shares her profound journey of overcoming the trauma of mental illness through God's love. She discusses her childhood experiences with a mentally ill mother, her struggles with identity and self-worth, and the pivotal moments that led to her divorce. Pamela emphasizes the importance of healing, forgiveness, and the realization that true fulfillment comes from a relationship with God rather than from others. Her book, …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Divorce and eating: Finding the right balance Play in Edifi Player

    Divorce and eating: Finding the right balance

    In this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, Yvette Walker and Amy Connell discuss the importance of self-care, particularly nutrition, during times of divorce, grief and transition. They explore practical tips for simplifying meal choices, understanding nutrition, and addressing emotional eating. The conversation emphasizes the need for gentleness and balance in food choices, encouraging listeners to nourish their bodies while navigating difficult times. Find more about Amy Connell at her …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Get Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women Play in Edifi Player

    Get Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women

    Bonus replay episode! Unhitched: The Essential Divorce Guide for Women is launching Jan. 13. To celebrate, we're revisiting a conversation with author Oona Metz from last year. Listen as Oona and I discuss the steps divorced women need to move on after a split.

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce How I started the podcast: From Joy to Divorce Play in Edifi Player

    How I started the podcast: From Joy to Divorce

    In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, host Yvette Walker reflects on her journey of creating the podcast, the evolution of its focus from general joy to addressing the challenges of divorce, and the importance of faith in finding true joy. She shares personal experiences, insights on mental health, and the significance of community support for women navigating difficult transitions. Yvette emphasizes that joy is not merely happiness but a deeper peace found in God's presence, and she …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Navigating the wilderness of grieving a marriage with Hadassah Treu Play in Edifi Player

    Navigating the wilderness of grieving a marriage with Hadassah Treu

    In this heartfelt conversation, Yvette Walker and Hadassah Treu discuss the profound impact of loss, particularly in the context of widowhood. Hadassah shares her personal journey of grief after losing her husband unexpectedly, exploring the wilderness of sorrow and the lessons learned through faith. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community, the search for meaning in suffering, and the resilience found in shared experiences among women who have faced similar challenges. The verse …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce How Jesus can challenge your status quo | with Constance Hastings Play in Edifi Player

    How Jesus can challenge your status quo | with Constance Hastings

    In this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, host Yvette Walker interviews Constance Hastings about her book 'The Trouble with Jesus.' They explore the provocative themes of the book, including the challenges of faith, the role of women in Jesus' ministry, and the importance of understanding doubt and God's presence in times of pain. Constance shares her personal journey of faith, the lessons learned from her experiences, and offers insights for women navigating transitions in their lives. …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Untwist Me: Finding Faith After Divorce Through Trauma Play in Edifi Player

    Untwist Me: Finding Faith After Divorce Through Trauma

    In this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, author Elena Huggins shares her journey of transformation and growth after leaving the Russian Orthodox Church and, later,  divorcing her addict husband. Her book, "Untwist Me," describes how God helped her "unstuck" after years of trying to do it on her own. Her website Her book: Untwist Me

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce How to train your brain to recover from divorce Play in Edifi Player

    How to train your brain to recover from divorce

    In this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, Dr. Angela Deulen, an expert in brain science, shares her insights on the intersection of faith and science, particularly in the context of trauma, divorce, and emotional healing. She discusses the complexities of the brain and how it processes emotions, the importance of music in healing, and the distinction between grief and depression. Dr. Deulen emphasizes the significance of maintaining a positive mindset and the role of prayer and meditation …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Broken to brave: Wandering out of the divorce desert Play in Edifi Player

    Broken to brave: Wandering out of the divorce desert

    Summary In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, Yvette Walker speaks with Elizabeth Jane about her personal journey through divorce and the tools she developed for self-leadership and emotional healing. They discuss the importance of acknowledging emotions, setting boundaries, and practicing self- care. Elizabeth shares insights from her book, emphasizing the ABCs of emotional well-being, the power of gratitude and forgiveness, and the significance of mindfulness and breath in …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce From Loss to Joy: Learning life lessons from a widow Play in Edifi Player

    From Loss to Joy: Learning life lessons from a widow

    In this episode, Leah Chrest shares her profound journey of grief after losing her husband. But wait, can she, a widow, teach those who are divorced the complexities of navigating loss? Absolutely. Leah emphasizes the significance of self-forgiveness, the power of community support, and the transformative nature of grief. Through her experiences, she encourages listeners to embrace their emotions, seek God in their pain, and recognize the beauty that can emerge from heartache. Leah's blog, …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce Freedom to be vulnerable after divorce Play in Edifi Player

    Freedom to be vulnerable after divorce

    In this episode of the Positively Joy Podcast, Yvette Walker speaks with Jessica Kastner about the challenges and healing processes following divorce. They discuss the importance of authenticity in sharing experiences, the role of faith in overcoming shame and guilt, and the significance of finding intimacy with God. Jessica shares her journey through two divorces, the impact on her parenting, and the lessons she aims to impart to her sons. They also touch on the importance of therapy, the …

  • POSITIVELY JOY: Healing Hearts After Divorce 'Unhitched': Understanding the stages of divorce grief Play in Edifi Player

    'Unhitched': Understanding the stages of divorce grief

    In this episode of the Positively Joy podcast, Yvette Walker interviews therapist and author Oona Metz about her journey into supporting women through divorce. They discuss the importance of having a model for understanding the stages of divorce grief, which Metz has developed based on her experiences leading support groups. The conversation covers the five stages of divorce grief: heartbreak, the roller coaster of emotions, mending, letting go, and moving on. Metz emphasizes the significance …