Joanna Hughes

How Wet Shoes Led to Relationship Transformation I remember the moment everything shifted in my awareness of my need for transformation. It wasn’t during a profound workshop or while reading a life-changing book. It was on a Friday morning, dragging our garbage cans through our driveway in the rain. As I wrestled with the unwieldy […]

My Control Wake Up Call (And How Everything Changed) I used to think I needed to have all the answers. You know that feeling, right? When you’re absolutely certain that if everyone would just do things your way, everything would work out perfectly? (Spoiler alert: I was so wrong…and exhausted!) Picture this: There I was,

The Remarkable Power of Appreciation Appreciation isn’t just a nice sentiment—it’s a powerful skill that can reshape your brain, your relationships, and your entire experience of life. As we explore the JoyPath gentle protector skill of “Transform with Appreciation,” we’ll discover how this practice can transform overwhelm into peace and chaos into calm clarity. The

Fear To Connection (My Transformative Moment) I want to share something from my journey that changed everything both for me and for the countless people I’ve had the joy of coaching since. I found myself in my kitchen one evening, tears quietly falling as I stood there feeling utterly alone despite having a full house.

Note: All client stories have been lovingly altered to protect privacy while preserving the heart of each transformation journey. One day, while driving with my husband… He started sharing about a problem he was facing at work. I felt that familiar urge rise up – the burning compulsion to jump in with advice and take

A real test with overwhelm came… During a heated discussion with my teenage daughter about her weekend plans. As she passionately explained why my concerns were “totally unfair,” I felt that familiar tightness in my chest, the urge to interrupt with all my reasons. But then I remembered what we practice at JoyPath. I vulnerably

At JoyPath… Transformation is not just a possibility; it’s a journey waiting to unfold. You hold the power to cultivate a life of joy and peace. As relational creatures, meaningful connections are paramount to attaining empowerment in our lives. By embracing the gentle protector skills outlined, you can navigate life with greater authenticity, joy, and

Dear Friend, Can I share something personal with you? Years ago, I found myself standing in my kitchen, tears streaming down my face, wondering why my Christian life wasn’t working the way it was supposed to. Despite all my Bible knowledge, my graduate studies in Mental Health Counseling, and my desperate attempts to “fix” everything,