Powered by Joy Podcast

Powered by Joy Podcast

Ready to stop striving and start thriving?—because burnout isn’t a badge of honor, and joy is your birthright. Helping you reconnect with joy, intuition, and soulful living. A former real estate professional and mom who knows the toll of hustle culture, Erika shares helpful ways to start the healing and empowerment with a blend her intuitive gifts—with insightful interviews featuring powerful resources, playful practices and deep emotional work to help women reclaim joy, pleasure, purpose, and vitality.

Episodes

June 18, 2025 81 mins

In this deeply honest and powerful episode of Powered by Joy, I’m joined by intuitive guide and alchemical coach Rhonda Skallan of Spark Alchemy. Together, we explore the many layers of trauma—both the big, life-altering events and the quiet, hidden wounds (death by a 1000 papercuts!) that shape us just as much.

We dive into how our personal stories and past experiences affect how we show up in life, love, and success—and how heali...

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This guided meditation is a gentle, powerful space to begin healing the emotional wounds passed down or received from the feminine—whether through mothers, sisters, friends, or collective patterns.

If you've felt misunderstood, judged, abandoned, or dimmed by the women in your life (or your own inner feminine), this is your invitation to soften, reconnect, and reclaim the unfiltered, whole version of you that’s been waiting to be s...

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On this enlightening episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we get to learn so many ways it matters that we heal and connect with our inner child and intuition. My guest, Sami Bell S.U.R.E. Parenting and Reparenting Realm brings so much insight and practical new ways of thinking. She is a coach for cycle-breakers to become the healed parent they needed as a kid, so now they can raise children, of all different brain types, with respect...

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This week on the Powered by Joy Podcast, I’m diving into the beauty of spending time with people who match your energy—those soul-aligned friendships that just click. ✨

We share personal stories of how these kinds of connections lead to unexpected signs, shared thoughts, and uncanny synchronicities—like reading the same books or listening to the same podcasts without ever mentioning them to each other! When you're aligned with some...

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Have you been feeling a pull to show up more fully as yourself—without the filter, the pressure to fit in, or the quiet voice that says "tone it down"? You’re not alone. In this heartfelt episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we dive into a timely and deeply resonant conversation about the desire so many of us are feeling right now: the call to live more authentically.

Together, we explore three powerful signs that you're beginning to...

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In this illuminating (literally!) episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, Erika sits down with a special guest, Elizabeth, a seasoned holistic health practitioner, to explore the powerful, lesser-known world of biophoton therapy—a cutting-edge modality that uses light to promote healing at the cellular level.

You’ll get an inside look at what a session actually feels like, the surprising benefits people are experiencing, and the fascina...

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🎙️ Episode: Reclaiming Feminine Flow—Less Hustle, More Joy On this episode of the Powered by Joy podcast, I’m joined by Kerry—a seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years of experience—as we dive into the hustle mindset and how it often disconnects us from our deeper selves.

We explore how so many of us default to masculine energy—structure, striving, doing, pushing—and how that can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and a se...

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This episode of Powered by Joy Podcast is packed full of reasons why Quantum Hypnosis Healing Technique (QHHT) is impactful, effective and can bring the healing and helpful guidance we desire. Known to have results with amplifying your body’s ability to heal itself, remove karma and realign energies, and learn answers to any personal mysteries. We get the details of how it works and why from Rachel Volk who is a holistic health coa...

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This 10 minute guided meditation on Powered by Joy Podcast is an easeful way to deal with feeling anxiety, stress, unsure, indecisive, or not sure what to do next. When life feels chaotic and loud or sometimes suddenly you feel alone and have anxious thoughts. This meditation is your opportunity to take a few minutes to go within and get re centered and grounded. Reminding you that you have the power of choice, this means you get t...

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On this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast we dive into some fun! If you have ever wondered about how tarot works, the difference between tarot and oracle cards, or if it’s safe or “okay” to try out, TUNE IN! It’s a topic that can be spicy and often controversial. People seem to love them, be curious, or totally against them! We are joined by my friend April Millar who is an astrologer, certified card reader, and prosperity coach wh...

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Life can feel like a ride—sometimes a thrilling roller coaster, other times a dizzying merry-go-round. Have you ever felt like you're stuck in an endless loop, putting in effort but going nowhere? In this episode, I explore the difference between these two experiences and how they mirror our lives. The merry-go-round may feel familiar, but it often leaves us exhausted, holding on for dear life, and unsure how to stop. Meanwhile, th...

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In this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we go within using this guided meditation to tap in and remember, discover, or uncover your own dreams, desires and what brings you joy. We often need to take time away from our busy lives to tune in and listen to our inner guidance “knower” to see what we are desiring more of in our lives. 

Do you feel restless, stuck or like you know you need or want something in your life, but you aren’...

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In this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we explore a powerful lesson on community inspired by an unexpected encounter with nature. After witnessing a murmuration—a mesmerizing flock of birds moving in perfect harmony—I share a reflection on how this natural phenomenon mirrors our need for connection, especially in times of fear, division, and isolation.

We delve into the concept of "the me in the we," emphasizing how individual ...

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In this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we dive into the effective power of having an accountability buddy! If you are trying to accomplish anything, reach a goal, change your habits, the most powerful help can be someone holding you accountable to taking steps towards your dreams, goals and desired life. My O.G. Accountability buddy aka “warrior buddy”, Elisa Estrera from Vivid Edge, joins us to discuss the benefits of being ac...

In this episode of the Powered by Joy Podcast, let’s look at the transformative power of community and why finding the right group of like-minded individuals can help you break out of feelings of isolation or stagnation and provide growth, connection, and expansion you are desiring. The five key benefits of being part of a community:

  • Emotional Support: A community provides a space where you can sha...
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In this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we dive into the transformative power of choosing a theme word for the year. Instead of setting rigid resolutions, we’ll explore how one guiding word can align your intentions, focus your energy, and invite meaningful growth. Learn how to reflect on the past year’s lessons, identify what you want to cultivate, and select a word that resonates deeply with your dreams and desired life. We'll...

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In this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we have the privilege of stepping into a conversation about grief and processing the loss of a child. We explore how curiosity and being open minded played a huge part in the healing process for my guest Anna. She has been living a beautiful example of choosing to live seeking healing, connection and even joy after the death of a loved one rocked her world unexpectedly. It has been a pleas...

This episode of Powered by Joy Podcast is a relaxing high vibration, 10 minute guided meditation to help guide you to knowing yourself even more. With beautiful singing bowls you will experience healing through a sound bath and words that open up a safe, inviting space. 

We sometimes need to pause and give ourselves the invitation to go within to hear and remember who we came here to be in this life. This leads to feeling more empo...

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In this episode of Powered by Joy Podcast, we explore the transformative power of truly knowing yourself. Have you ever struggled to describe yourself without relying on roles or labels? If so, this episode is for you. We dive into why self-awareness is a key to unlocking more ease, confidence, and joy in life, offering practical tools to begin this journey. Why Knowing Yourself Matters
  1. Easier Dec...
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Are you tired of ending the year feeling stuck or frustrated or your goal-setting methods just don't work for you? This episode of Powered by Joy Podcast dives into five powerful takeaways from my recent visioning event to help you approach the year ahead with clarity, purpose, and ease. Together, we'll explore how to reflect on your wins, shift your mindset, and set intentions & goals in a way that aligns with your unique pers...

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