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The Path to Joy

Melissa Bloom

Yes!! This a podcast about joy, perspective, and being human. I share stories from my own life -- the things that make me laugh, make me think, and sometimes make me rethink everything.

No expertise. No perfect answers. Just one person paying attention and sharing what she finds along the way.

Join me every Tuesday and Thursday for a new episode.

Enjoy the journey.

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  • #351
    July 28 · 10 min

    Did He or Didn't He??

    I know -- you've been waiting with bated breath. Did Ben actually come to the beach?? I know the last five days of waiting have been torture -- but the wait is over! I reveal the answer in probably the first minute of this episode because I hate suspense. I can't handle it. So, don't worry, you won't have to wait very long! Thanks so much for listening! I love helping people change (and improve!) their perception of their lives -- aka find more JOY. Here are links that I mention in the show!! 🌱 Create the Life You Love Living Retreat (for women only) 🌱 Melissa Bloom's JOY SCHOOL! 🌱 Free workbook Your Daily Guide to Finding More Joy 🌱 Stay Connected Newsletter 🌱Schedule a 20 minute call with me for FREE! 🌱Check out my website If you'd like to check out my book, The Path to Joy, on Amazon, click here! If you'd like to connect, share your thoughts on the show, suggest a topic to discuss, etc. please feel free to email me at: connect@melissabloom.life. I LOVE connecting! Enjoy the journey!

  • #350
    July 23 · 12 min

    Pulling Away!

    I always thought those moms who said their kids start pulling away before college were talking about their kids -- not mine. Well...they were right. Today I'm sharing the story of our annual beach trip, which, spoiler alert, ends on a true cliffhanger! Thanks so much for listening! I love helping people change (and improve!) their perception of their lives -- aka find more JOY. Here are links that I mention in the show!! 🌱 Create the Life You Love Living Retreat (for women only) 🌱 Melissa Bloom's JOY SCHOOL! 🌱 Free workbook Your Daily Guide to Finding More Joy 🌱 Stay Connected Newsletter 🌱Schedule a 20 minute call with me for FREE! 🌱Check out my website If you'd like to check out my book, The Path to Joy, on Amazon, click here! If you'd like to connect, share your thoughts on the show, suggest a topic to discuss, etc. please feel free to email me at: connect@melissabloom.life. I LOVE connecting! Enjoy the journey!

  • #349
    July 21 · 13 min

    A New Beginning!

    My mom is moving! If you know my mom, or you attended one of my retreats in 2025, you know this is a really big deal. I'm so excited for her. Honestly, it feels like she's one of my kids who studied for months, aced the exam, and just got the best news ever. She is absolutely over-the-moon, and I couldn't be happier. Thanks so much for listening! I love helping people change (and improve!) their perception of their lives -- aka find more JOY. Here are links that I mention in the show!! 🌱 Create the Life You Love Living Retreat (for women only) 🌱 Melissa Bloom's JOY SCHOOL! 🌱 Free workbook Your Daily Guide to Finding More Joy 🌱 Stay Connected Newsletter 🌱Schedule a 20 minute call with me for FREE! 🌱Check out my website If you'd like to check out my book, The Path to Joy, on Amazon, click here! If you'd like to connect, share your thoughts on the show, suggest a topic to discuss, etc. please feel free to email me at: connect@melissabloom.life. I LOVE connecting! Enjoy the journey!

  • #348
    July 16 · 10 min

    The Power of Attention!

    Today's episode is all about a New York Times monthly challenge that invites readers to spend ten minutes looking at a painting. The idea was inspired by an assignment from a Harvard art history professor (although her challenge was three hours!). There's also a little test in today's episode to see if Andy actually listens to this podcast! Thanks so much for listening! I love helping people change (and improve!) their perception of their lives -- aka find more JOY. Here are links that I mention in the show!! 🌱 Create the Life You Love Living Retreat (for women only) 🌱 Melissa Bloom's JOY SCHOOL! 🌱 Free workbook Your Daily Guide to Finding More Joy 🌱 Stay Connected Newsletter 🌱Schedule a 20 minute call with me for FREE! 🌱Check out my website If you'd like to check out my book, The Path to Joy, on Amazon, click here! If you'd like to connect, share your thoughts on the show, suggest a topic to discuss, etc. please feel free to email me at: connect@melissabloom.life. I LOVE connecting! Enjoy the journey!

  • #347
    July 14 · 12 min

    Paradise!

    My grandparents lived in a retirement community called Century Village. My childhood joke was that you had to be 100 years old to live there. It's not quite as funny now that I'm getting closer to the age where I could probably move in myself. They lived in a small two-bedroom condo overlooking a man-made lake. For them -- especially for my grandfather -- it was absolute paradise. Today I'm sharing a few stories about them and a little about paradise, too. Thanks so much for listening! I love helping people change (and improve!) their perception of their lives -- aka find more JOY. Here are links that I mention in the show!! 🌱 Create the Life You Love Living Retreat (for women only) 🌱 Melissa Bloom's JOY SCHOOL! 🌱 Free workbook Your Daily Guide to Finding More Joy 🌱 Stay Connected Newsletter 🌱Schedule a 20 minute call with me for FREE! 🌱Check out my website If you'd like to check out my book, The Path to Joy, on Amazon, click here! If you'd like to connect, share your thoughts on the show, suggest a topic to discuss, etc. please feel free to email me at: connect@melissabloom.life. I LOVE connecting! Enjoy the journey!

  • #346
    July 9 · 15 min

    Physics Anyone??

    Don’t be turned off by the title of today’s episode! Yes, there’s a little physics talk -- in honor of my dad -- but today is really about miracles. Miracles that exist within the natural world. We don’t have to force conclusions or make tenuous connections -- we just have to be patient and let science keep catching up with the wonder all around us. Thanks so much for listening! I love helping people change (and improve!) their perception of their lives -- aka find more JOY. Here are links that I mention in the show!! 🌱 Create the Life You Love Living Retreat (for women only) 🌱 Melissa Bloom's JOY SCHOOL! 🌱 Free workbook Your Daily Guide to Finding More Joy 🌱 Stay Connected Newsletter 🌱Schedule a 20 minute call with me for FREE! 🌱Check out my website If you'd like to check out my book, The Path to Joy, on Amazon, click here! If you'd like to connect, share your thoughts on the show, suggest a topic to discuss, etc. please feel free to email me at: connect@melissabloom.life. I LOVE connecting! Enjoy the journey!

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