Overcoming the Odds: Finding Light in the Dark to Live a Life Filled with Joy, Purpose, and Fudge with Aaron Hale of Extra Ordinary Delights

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday!

On the podcast this week is Aaron Hale, a 14 year veteran, military chef and Explosive Ordnance Disposal (E.O.D) team leader, and founder of Extra Ordinary Delights.

We chat about:

- Aaron shares his incredible journey cooking in the Navy to serving as an expert EOD tech in the military, facing the IED explosion that changed his life forever, and overcoming all odds to launch Extra Ordinary Delights after overcoming bacterial meningitis.

- Choosing resilience and the power of mindset, overcoming adversity, finding light in the darkness and and embracing acceptance in the face of the unknown.

- Aaron's hand-crafted fudge, launching and growing Extra Ordinary Delights, the purpose, therapy, and joy he’s found through cooking, healing through choosing a smile, his biggest dream, and so much more!

For more information on this week's episode visit www.seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes

To learn more about Aaron and what he’s cooking up with EOD Fudge, you can connect with him on their website here and on Instagram @eodconfections Facebook @eodconfections and Twitter @eodconfections

I'd love for you to check out this episode and join the conversation! ✨✨

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SEEK THE JOY GUIDES: They're here and they're LIVE!! From our Seek The Joy Guide to Podcasting to Seek The Joy Guide Pitching Guests,  click here to learn more and get your hands on a little more joy in your life.

CALL US: Did you hear? We've got a new phone number for the show and we want to hear from you! We're getting ready to celebrate two years of Seek The Joy Podcast, and we'd love to hear from you. Whether you want to share what this show has meant to you, your favorite episode, or just want to say hi, leave us a voicemail at (310) 601 - 8334. Can't wait!

Did you hear, we're on PATREON! Your support of this podcast means the world. Full of rewards and exclusive content, we can't wait to take this joy journey to the next level. Sing up to be a patron of the podcast here: patreon.com/seekthejoypodcast

JOY CORNER a new interview-style blog series spotlighting inspiring souls, moments that bring you joy, products we love, and so much more. Join our corner of the internet and check out this week's features. Ready to share your light, magic and joy? Get in touch here to share your joys, passions and moments of inspiration. a new post in this series goes live on our site every Thursday.

We are gearing up for the next episode in THE POWER OF STORYTELLING! To learn more and to submit your story, visit our website https://www.seekthejoypodcast.com/share-your-seekthejoy-story/ and fill out our interest form.

The Power of Storytelling - Episode 21

Welcome back to The Power of Storytelling!

Amy, Gwen and Makayla - thank you for sharing your stories, your words, and your journey with all of us.

This month’s episode reminded me that every experience in this journey serves a purpose, and often it’s up to us to determine what that purpose will be. Sometimes life doesn’t go as planned - and that’s okay! We always have the power and the opportunity to take those detours and re-routes and allow them to become stepping stones on our path towards our truth, authenticity, and joy.

It’s truly my honor to share the stories and provide the space here to share a little bit more about the women and men behind these words. I encourage you to check out Amy, Gwen and Makayla after you listen to this week’s new episode.

To learn more about today's episode and to connect with the amazing women who shared their stories, head over to the show notes section of our website here

I'd love for you to check out this episode and join the conversation! ✨✨

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Rate and Review Seek The Joy! When you do, e-mail a screenshot of your review to sydney@seekthejoypodcast.com and we'll send you our NEW and improved #SeekTheJoy Guide for Infusing More Joy into Your Life! 

SEEK THE JOY GUIDES: This Summer we’re releasing THREE (yes, three!) guides and I couldn’t be more excited! Click here to learn more and get your hands on a little more joy in your life.

Did you hear, we're on PATREON! Your support of this podcast means the world. Full of rewards and exclusive content, we can't wait to take this joy journey to the next level. Sing up to be a patron of the podcast here: patreon.com/seekthejoypodcast

JOY CORNER a new interview-style blog series spotlighting inspiring souls, moments that bring you joy, products we love, and so much more. Join our corner of the internet and check out this week's features. Ready to share your light, magic and joy? Get in touch here to share your joys, passions and moments of inspiration. a new post in this series goes live on our site every Thursday.

We are gearing up for the next episode in The Power of Storytelling! To learn more and to submit your story, visit our website https://www.seekthejoypodcast.com/share-your-seekthejoy-story/ and fill out our interest form.

Vulnerability Is Our Superpower: Mental Health & Entrepreneurship with Sara McNally of Constellation & Co.

Happy #SeekTheJoy Tuesday!

On the podcast this week is Sara McNally, the owner of Constellation & Co, a letterpress stationery company and brick & mortar gift shop located in the Seattle Fisherman’s Terminal. Constellation & Co uses the power of words and the magic of snail mail to connect people and make us all feel less alone.

We chat about:

- The connection between mental health and entrepreneurship, Sara's mental health journey and how it continues to inspire what she creates and shares.

- Sara shares how she takes care of her mental health and wellness, why we need to be honest about what we're experiencing, and embracing discomfort as a gift.

- We talk about vulnerability as our superpower, the power of words and empathy, changing our markers of success and growth, and learning to embrace our vulnerability and celebrate every aspect of our journey.

- Plus, Sara shares her journey with entrepreneurship, her someday dream that became Constellation & Co., the impact her business has had on her life, joy in her life, and so much more!

GIVEAWAY: To celebrate our conversation with Sara, we’re giving away 12 (yes 12!) of her favorite encouragement cards. Head over to our Instagram page to enter before it closes on 9/13!

For more information on this week's episode visit www.seekthejoypodcast.com/show-notes

To learn more about Sara and Constellation & Co. check out their website https://www.constellationco.com/ and you can find them on Facebook Twitter Instagram  and Pinterest!

I'd love for you to check out this episode and join the conversation! ✨✨

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Facebook fb.me/seekthejoypodcast

Twitter twitter.com/seekthejoypod

E-mail sydney@seekthejoypodcast.com 

RATE AND REVIEW Seek The Joy! When you do, e-mail a screenshot of your review to sydney@seekthejoypodcast.com and we'll send you our NEW and improved #SeekTheJoy Guide for Infusing More Joy into Your Life! 

SEEK THE JOY GUIDES: They're here and they're LIVE!! From our Seek The Joy Guide to Podcasting to Seek The Joy Guide Pitching Guests,  click here to learn more and get your hands on a little more joy in your life.

CALL US: Did you hear? We've got a new phone number for the show and we want to hear from you! We're getting ready to celebrate two years of Seek The Joy Podcast, and we'd love to hear from you. Whether you want to share what this show has meant to you, your favorite episode, or just want to say hi, leave us a voicemail at (310) 601 - 8334. Can't wait!

Did you hear, we're on PATREON! Your support of this podcast means the world. Full of rewards and exclusive content, we can't wait to take this joy journey to the next level. Sing up to be a patron of the podcast here: patreon.com/seekthejoypodcast

JOY CORNER a new interview-style blog series spotlighting inspiring souls, moments that bring you joy, products we love, and so much more. Join our corner of the internet and check out this week's features. Ready to share your light, magic and joy? Get in touch here to share your joys, passions and moments of inspiration. a new post in this series goes live on our site every Thursday.

We are gearing up for the next episode in THE POWER OF STORYTELLING! To learn more and to submit your story, visit our website https://www.seekthejoypodcast.com/share-your-seekthejoy-story/ and fill out our interest form.