The Full Weight of Joy: A Journey to Purpose and Fulfillment for Faith-Led Women Seeking Transformation, Inner Peace, and to Use Their Impact to Help Others

"You can't depend on external solutions to fix internal challenges! "

Hey there, welcome to the Full Weight of Joy podcast! This is the go-to space for women who are ready to ditch the stress and unrealistic expectations and instead step into a life filled with joy. Whether you're navigating life's ups and downs, facing challenges, or just trying to find joy right where you are, even when it feels like moving to Bali is the only ...

So often, we sit and wait for the right time. We wait for more information or to see our next steps clearly. Friend, I know I wasted too much time doing it…and I have a feeling you do, too. In today’s episode, I encourage you to take action RIGHT NOW. Stop waiting for things to be “right,” “perfect,” or “feel ready” before you start taking action. It’s time to BREAK free of our comfort zone, take a step in faith, and go for your Go...

“True freedom and joy come from living your purpose and serving others.” ~ Tami Imlay

Have you heard the story of the giant Buddha statue from the 13th Century? I know I have heard it before, but this time, when I heard the story, it hit differently. I won’t give away the story—you can tune in and listen to it—it’s good. I felt that story was an example of how we spend our lives building protection over our purpose, thinking that...

"Guilt can result in mental and emotional exhaustion, heightened levels of stress and anxiety, diversion from important tasks, hindrance of happiness and contentment, and a decline in self-esteem." ~Tami Imlay

In this podcast episode, Tami explores the detrimental effects of guilt on our well-being and vitality. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and recognizing our best efforts in challenging circumstances. Guilt c...

"True freedom is achieved by identifying and pursuing one's purpose." ~Tam Imlay

Welcome to "The Full Weight of Joy" podcast, a source of support and guidance for women striving to embrace joy and fulfill God's calling. In this episode, our host, Tami, dives into how understanding our purpose leads us closer to our desired freedom. Through her journey of grief, loss, and empowerment, she demystifies the meaning of freedom and dep...

Welcome to the "Full Weight of Joy" podcast, hosted by Tami, a Master-Certified life and business coach and trained therapist. This episode focuses on letting joy, faith, and ambitions steer the path to fulfilling God's unique calling for you. Tami shares insights into how to craft your ambitions without being hard on yourself, and how practicing self-compassion can make your goals more attainable. The episode additionally sheds l...

Have you done a grit check lately? Are you flexing your grit muscle, or has life let your grit muscle atrophy a bit (no shade thrown! I realized that I have!)? In today’s episode, I share 3 reasons why we have been losing GRIT and a few ways to get started building the muscle again! Friend- we need to not only build it for ourselves but we must show our kids how to develop it as well! 

Explore the power of grit and perseverance in ...

"Your purpose is TOO important to live in a reactive mode of life."  ~Tami Imlay

Hey! I am so excited you are here. Today's podcast is a little different. I go into the path and process of coaching and talk about my new certification. Now before i run you off bc why is it important to you...hear me out. We don't know where our God calling will lead us when we first acknowledge we have one. I talk about the journey and process I h...

"Having a dream is not selfish, but rather a reflection of the unique gifts and talents bestowed upon us by God." ~Tami Imlay

Hey Hey! I have a great episode for you today! We are talking about when “reality checks” are not rooted in the right reality. I explore the concept of reality checks that often hinder individuals from pursuing their dreams and purpose. I want to emphasize that having a dream is not selfish but rather a re...

"We can't continue to look to doing more to fix the feeling that something is missing. Many times doing more is just doing more. It's time to look at what the real question is." ~Tami 

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I am so excited you are here! I have a great podcast episode for you. I got a "Hey Tami" question and as soon as I read it I KNEW it was one I needed to answer.

The question is "Why is it that I have tried all "the things" and nothing seem...

"By embracing change, learning from mistakes, focusing on meaningful actions, and navigating challenges with grace, individuals can embark on a fulfilling journey towards living out their purpose." ~Tami Imlay

Are you feeling that tug and pull of doing something "more" in your life; with your life? I have always felt that I was meant to do something important but I never really saw what it could be until I started to embrace it. As...

"Taking action builds confidence and empowerment, as it allows individuals to see tangible results and progress."  ~Tami Imlay

Do you ever fall into the common snare of the endless quest for information or needing to see how it will play out before taking action? I have...I do. I have to take intentional action to not fall into this trap daily! 

In this podcast episode, I discuss the power of taking action in fulfilling one's purpo...

"Understanding one's purpose is crucial to align goals and actions with personal values." ~Tami Imlay

Discover the true meaning of success, purpose, and fulfillment in this thought-provoking podcast episode. Join host Tami as she explores the importance of aligning goals and actions with personal values, redefining success based on core aspirations, and finding one's own purpose. Gain valuable insights and practical tips on livin...

"Presence doesn't come naturally or easily for many of us in this world today; we have to intentionally choose it."  ~Tami Imlay

Are you feeling the pressure of the spring sprint? This is what I lovingly have dubbed this time of year because it seems like everything starts to sprint to summer. Schools have LOTS of things going on (why do they cram all of it in the last few weeks? They KNOW it's coming every year 🤷🏼‍♀️). The grass...

"By following the acrostics 'FUN' and 'JOY,' individuals can recenter and rebalance their lives, leading to greater fulfillment and happiness." ~Tami Imlay

After I finished recording the last podcast, I knew I needed a follow up- ASAP! So here it is. When we are feeling unbalanced, misaligned, unfulfilled...what can we do immediately to change our present and our future? 

Today I dive into 2 easy to remember acoustics that I use wh...

"Knowing one's purpose is not enough; it is important to actively incorporate it into one's life." ~Tami Imlay

Please tell me I'm not alone. Please tell me that I'm not the only one who gets focused and gets things going only to find that my priorities and balance are out of wack! 

In today's episode, I share a real moment. This happens every once in a while where I have to recenter, refocus, but this time, I didn't see it coming. ...

"Don't let your feelings decide if you are worth your goals." ~Tami Imlay

In this podcast episode, I emphasize the importance of staying committed to my goals, even in the face of resistance or discomfort. I begin by sharing my experience of feeling unmotivated on a Monday morning and wanting to stay in bed. Despite not wanting to get out of bed, I remind myself of my commitment to my goals and the evidence that skipping the gym in...

"The purpose journey will be uncomfortable. Growth and impact do not happen in comfort, so one must get comfortable with being uncomfortable." ~Tami Imlay

Have you ever been on a journey where you know exactly what is going to happen? You not only know every turn, every obstacle, every situation that may arise...and the destination? I haven't...I may know one of these elements, but I rarely know more than one, and I NEVER know all ...

"Making the decision and taking the action to restart is not a sign of giving up but a sign of strength" ~Tami Imlay

In this podcast episode, Tami emphasizes the importance of giving oneself permission to start again and the power of restarting after setbacks. They discuss the significance of Mondays as a fresh start and the opportunity it provides to plan and set goals for the week ahead. The impact of disruptions in routines and ...