The Joy Rally
By Abby Flynn
There’s enough bad stuff in the world. Let’s get together, cheer each other on and have a Joy Rally. Hosted by Abby Flynn, we’re talking life, work and faith and how to make the most of your one amazing life - even when it’s hard. Enjoy!
The Joy RallyJun 22, 2022
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How to make people like you
In this episode, Abby speaks about the book How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie and dishes about the ultimate secret way to make people like you. It’s a lot simpler than we think, and this one trick can help you develop deeper, richer, relationships with anyone, including your friends, partner, and children. This secret is the key to unlocking strong relationships and cultivating two-way communication that deepens our connection with other human beings.
Key Takeaways:
- How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
- The number one secret to make people like you
- How to cultivate deep, rich relationships using this secret
- Examples of how to make your partner feel seen and heard
Jun 22, 202207:57
Listen to this if you're struggling today
In this episode, Abby offers hopeful encouragement to anyone struggling with presence and staying in the moment of today. She takes you through the meaning of manna, how to ask God for it, and why the song “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” is so important to helping her stay in the here and now instead of worrying about what’s to come tomorrow. She also explores what to do when you don’t feel like you have it in you to keep going and offers insight into how staying here in the moment can help you feel less overwhelmed in the day to day.
Key Takeaways:
- Battling overwhelm with presence
- The meaning of manna and how to ask God for it
- “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
- When to ask God for strength to make it through today
Jun 15, 202207:45
Why are adult friendships so hard?
Why does it seem like the older we get, the harder it becomes to maintain and keep up with our friendships?
No matter who you are, we all need community. We all need other people around us who can understand where we're coming from and be there for us in times of need. So how do we cultivate those relationships that will REALLY last? Let's break it down on this week's episode of the Joy Rally.
Jun 08, 202208:04
Work: Running a business as a mom with multiple kids
Welcome to season two of The Joy Rally Podcast! How do you balance wanting to build something and wanting to have a brand, but also wanting to be present and available for your kids? It’s not easy.
In this episode, Abby explores four strategies that have been helpful for her as a business owner with two kids of her own. She chats a rule she lives by, creating a life around your family (not your clients), and the necessary home environment needed to excel as a business owner.
Key Takeaways:
The benefits of daycare… or the YMCA
Having a supportive partner
Living by the motto: “kids before clients”
Creating a life around your family
Subscribe to The Joy Rally Podcast here!
Follow Abby on Instagram!
Read the blog here!
In this episode, Abby explores four strategies that have been helpful for her as a business owner with two kids of her own. She chats a rule she lives by, creating a life around your family (not your clients), and the necessary home environment needed to excel as a business owner.
Key Takeaways:
The benefits of daycare… or the YMCA
Having a supportive partner
Living by the motto: “kids before clients”
Creating a life around your family
Subscribe to The Joy Rally Podcast here!
Follow Abby on Instagram!
Read the blog here!
Jun 01, 202210:16
Work: 5 Business Lessons I Learned in 2022
As we close out the first season of the joy rally podcast I first want to say thank you! Thank you for tuning in, telling your friends, and being a part of this growing community!
We're closing out Season 1 of the podcast with a work episode covering everything I've learned in the last year of running a business. Whether you work for a company, work as a freelancer, or actually hate to work, I hope you'll be encouraged and inspired by what you hear!
We're closing out Season 1 of the podcast with a work episode covering everything I've learned in the last year of running a business. Whether you work for a company, work as a freelancer, or actually hate to work, I hope you'll be encouraged and inspired by what you hear!
Jan 31, 202210:40
6 Easy Ways To Get Inspired FAST
Have you ever hit a straight up creative slump? I feel you! If you’re feeling blocked in your personal life, work life, whatever there is hope. I promise. In this episode we’re breaking down 6 super easy things you can do to feel inspired STAT.
Jan 10, 202207:37
Work: Success is a Climb
We all have the tendency to want to jump ahead in life and be further along than we are. But there’s so much that we can learn in the process and the journey. Success is a climb!
Jan 03, 202207:27
Life: How to set goals you’ll ACTUALLY keep
The new year is on the way. And I don’t know about you, but I’ve been thinking about allll the things I’d love to accomplish. We don’t usually do a very good job committing to ourselves, but there are a few things I’ve found that REALLY help when going after a new goal.
Dec 27, 202108:02
Faith: The Christmas reminder you NEED to hear
Can you believe it’s Christmas week?? As we enter the most wonderful time of the year, here are a few things we could all stand to be reminded of about this season.
Dec 20, 202106:31
Life: What is the message of your life?
What is your life saying? The message of your life shows up in more than just what you say. It’s about what you do, what you spend your times on and how you interact with other people. What do you want the message of YOUR life to be?
Dec 13, 202107:11
Life: Purpose, Potential and Those Yucky “Shoulds”
Hey you, yes you! You have something to offer that the world needs. You have potential. You were born with purpose inside of you and all around you. Here’s a little pep rally for your soul. Pass it on to a friend who needs it.
Oct 18, 202105:41
You are what you THINK!
Did you know that your thoughts have the power to change your entire life? Really, they do! Today let’s talk about what it looks like to take every thought captive and WHY what we think is so important.
Oct 11, 202106:44
Work: So You Want To Start (And Grow) a Business
Have you ever thought about starting or growing your own business? A little over 3 years ago I decided to take the leap into freelancing and it was TRULY the best decision I ever made.
Today I'm sharing 4 key tips for anyone whose thinking about going out on their own to build a business. ✨ Get HYPED!
Today I'm sharing 4 key tips for anyone whose thinking about going out on their own to build a business. ✨ Get HYPED!
Oct 04, 202108:53
Life: You Are Not for Everyone - And That’s Okay
Are you a people pleaser? Do you put a lot of pressure on yourself to be likable, popular, etc? This episode is a reminder to give yourself some GRACE, y’all. You are not for everyone, and that’s totally okay.
Sep 27, 202107:12
Work: A Job Is Not a Death Sentence - And Other Things Creative People Need To Hear
This one goes out to all my creatives, all the dreamers, all the people with big goals they hope to someday reach… While you’re getting to where you’re going, it’s OKAY to do something you don’t love. In fact, it’s often necessary. There ain’t no shame in taking responsibility for your life. A job is not a death sentence.
Sep 20, 202106:30
Faith: You Are Exactly Where You Need To Be
You are EXACTLY where you need to be. Do you believe this? This phrase had given me a whole lot of peace throughout the last couple tumultuous years. On this episode I’m sharing some thoughts on Ecclesiastes 3 and the seasons of our life. If you need peace, joy and a moment to just take a big ‘ol deep breath today, come listen in!
Sep 13, 202106:49
Life: Perfectionism & the Power of “Oh Well”
Are you the kind of person that beats yourself up for making a mistake? Do you have a hard time letting things go? Do you struggle with perfectionism? Today’s episode is for YOU. Tune in for the tip that is helping me learn to let things go.
Aug 23, 202106:05
Work: How I Started Working for Myself
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to go freelance? Have you dreamed about starting your own business and going it on your own? Been there!! On this episode I’m sharing more on how I started doing the work I’m doing right now, with a few tips for other dreamers too.
Aug 16, 202113:23
This is what you need to know about Christian freedom
Today we’re going in y’all. It’s our first faith talk - and it’s all about rules versus Christian freedom. At some point, we boiled Christianity down to a whole lot of rule-following. But is that really what believing in God is all about? Tune in and let’s chat!
Aug 09, 202109:41
Life: Enjoy What You’ve Got, Boo
Let’s talk the G word.. GRATITUDE. The grass may seem like it’s always greener on the other side, but it’s actually green where you water it! Here are a few tips on enjoying what you’ve got.
Jul 07, 202108:20
It’s Like a Talk Show, But Different
Welcome to the first episode of the Joy Rally podcast! I’m your host, Abby Flynn, and once a week we’ll be talking life, work and faith in a quick little format. The goal? To spread more joy and inspiration to the world. Be sure to hit subscribe and follow us on Instagram @joyrallyco. I’m so glad you’re tuning in!
Jul 06, 202103:37