134 | You're Not Allowed to Be Happy Yet: The Lie That's Quietly Stealing Your Healing

134 | You're Not Allowed to Be Happy Yet: The Lie That's Quietly Stealing Your Healing

July 2, 2026 · 22 min

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Kristina Joy discusses the misconception that one cannot be happy while a partner is still hurting, exploring the theology and neuroscience behind joy and healing.

🌊 Ready for the Encounter Retreat? Email me RETREAT and let’s chat! (PS- You get 6 months in the Rooted Community for free! 🤭) "Am I allowed to be happy when my husband is still hurting because of me?" That's the question a client asked me, and I've heard versions of it more times than I can count. Today I'm answering it directly, with theology, with neuroscience, and with my own story of accidentally putting joy on hold for far longer than I needed to. We explore: The hidden belief underneath every "I don't deserve joy" thought (and why it’s a lie) Psalm 16:11 and what it actually means that fullness of joy is in His presence, not at the end of your healing journey Why your suffering is not helping anyone The difference between Regulating Joy and Expansive Joy How to build your own Expansive Joy Menu Email me and let me know what your JOY activity will be this week! 🕊️ Let's Connect:📞 Book your private Breakthrough Call: https://learn.kristinajoycoaching.com/breakthrough💌 Email: kristina@kristinajoycoaching.com

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