Joystarters with Rachel Baribeau: Nurturing Faith, Finding Purpose, and Pursuing Joyful Living

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Connecting with Pain and Reaching for Greatness - Take Action Now Jan 19, 2023

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This week Rachel is speaking to principals, administrators, and students in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Hear what's on her mind as her feet hit the ground first thing in the morning. She's taking her fiery energy on the road... and to you... in this episode.

Are you feeling pulled down and held back from your greatness by the people in your life? You are influenced by those who you surround yourself with. Learn how to take action now, not wait, and remain true to yourself as you reach for your dreams.

We'll also explore how connecting with the pain of those around us can lead to empathy and healing as we recognize when kindness and compassion are needed.

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You are meant to do great things Jan 05, 2023

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The new year does not have to be a time for resolutions. I believe 2023 is going to be a year of joy, a year of peace, regardless of your circumstances. If you've survived something hard, something traumatic, or if you're wanting to ease into the new year... remember you don't need crazy resolutions. I want what's good for your soul. We can achieve greatness while also taking pressure off ourselves.

This episode is about finding hope and purpose in our lives as we move into the new year. We talk about TCU football, Damar Hamlin, prayer, and how we can change the way we view athletes in our society, recognizing that there's more to them than just sports, and acknowledge them as humans, as somebody's child, partner, friend, and teammate.

Let's take the pressure off and allow our souls to be filled with joy and gratitude.

Happy New Year! Here's to making 2023 the best year yet!

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Mental Health Advocacy in Action: Powerful Mental Health Lessons from Jonesboro High Dec 15, 2022

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Rachel was recently in Jonesboro, Arkansas for the second time in 2022 to speak with the students at Jonesboro High School. In this episode, she introduces you two two inspiring women who are driving real change at the high school. Shatel Gaines is the guidance counselor who secured a grant to have Rachel speak at the school this fall; she continues to work closely with Rachel. Sydney Parker is a senior at the high school. As a result of Rachel's earlier visit, Sydney started the Don't Suffer Alone Club. We'll hear from both women to learn more about the mental health advocacy efforts at the school and the impact these additional mental health resources are having in their community.

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Walk in your purpose: be a Joystarter Dec 01, 2022

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If you're feeling a little low on joy, this episode is for you! Rachel talks about some amazing phone conversations that inspired joy and encourages us all to be present and engaged as we go about life. She reminds us to reach out for help - and to relentlessly pursue those in our circle who are struggling. AND, she tells us what the Joystarters Club is all about, how everyone can get involved, and her vision for this movement to spark joy in the world.

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Presence, Presents, and Grace: a Season for Connection Nov 17, 2022

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This week, Rachel is practicing what she preaches. She's back home in her mama's log cabin, catching up with friends and family and taking a break for her God son's birthday. As we approach this holiday season, it's time for presence. Tune in to hear the latest on the book, her trip to Lovelady, and her trip back home!

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Giving Tuesday is coming up! We would be honored if you would consider donating to our cause. Our non-profit arm, Changing the Narrative Foundation, exists to help athletes, and others, realize their philanthropic dreams. Last year we sent three kids to school in Haiti. And pretty cool that legendary coach Bill Snyder (also my mentor) sits on our board alongside a paralympic medalist, John Register. If you would be so kind as to donate, you can help us sponsor a school to bring mental health programming to a school of your choice or other do-go endeavors around the world!

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It's time to jump! Do the thing you've been promising yourself! Nov 03, 2022

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It's time to jump! What have you been promising yourself you're going to do? Is it a career change? Is it writing a book? Is it starting a movement? Is it becoming a speaker? Is it learning a second language?

Life is short, and life is precious. It's time to do it. It's time to jump. It's time to say YES!

In this episode, Rachel talks about the retirement letter she wrote in 2019, the promise she made to herself in that letter... and how that promise became reality... and how this all applies to your one, amazing, beautiful life.

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Love is: continual opportunities to fall in love again and again Oct 20, 2022

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Five years ago, Rachel met her now-husband. To honor the occasion, she takes a look back and shares how they met and why he still gives her butterflies.

If you are waiting on your person, have faith. If you're with someone and the spark has faded, pour on the fertilizer and spoil them with your love. Know that there will continually be opportunities to fall in love with them for the rest of your life.

You have not met all the people who are going to love you fiercely, and that you're going to love fiercely. And you have no idea the goodness that is ahead. Keep the faith.

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Relationships, Resilience and Pivoting with PJ and Heather Fleck Oct 06, 2022

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Rachel has been traveling non-stop the last two months, so we're giving her some time to recharge, and we are sharing an episode of Sunday Soul where she interviewed PJ and Heather Fleck. They talk about their relationship, resilence, and pivoting... but this episode is especially significant because we just wrapped up three mental health games for 2022. And PJ's team has been there since day one! Minnesota was part of the very first mental health awareness game when Minnesota and Maryland played each other.

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Sunday Soul - Season 5 - Mental Health Games 2021

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In this episode of the Joy Starters Podcast, we are joined by PJ Black and Heather Fleck. They tell us about their work in promoting mental health awareness in sports, specifically in the football community. They talk about how they started working together to host the first ever mental health game between two big 10 teams and what it means to them to have that opportunity to help others. They share some great advice on how to promote positive mental health in our own lives and communities. We hope you enjoy this episode!

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The Story Behind This Week's Mental Health Game at Utah State Sep 22, 2022

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On September 24th, I'm Changing the Narrative is hosting a Mental Health Awareness Game with Utah State. And, I want you to know the back story. When I hug Coach Blake Anderson this weekend, you'll know the heartache that we've experienced together and what he's experienced as a father who lost his son. And, you'll know that this goes way beyond football and his team, and why he's so passionate about mental health resources. Because that's what Blake is all about. He's not just a football coach. He's a father, a husband, and he cares about his players - not just on the field, but off the field too.

I hope you'll be inspired to get mental health resources for yourself, for your family, for your school, your team, your community.

Mental health affects everyone. It's time to start talking about it and raising awareness. If you are struggling or feeling hopeless, please reach out for help. There are resources available for you. You're not alone.

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