JOIE de VIVRE with Susan Nolan

024 The Myth of More: Redefining Enough

In this reflective episode, Susan challenges the cultural obsession with accumulation and asks the essential question: how much is enough? From personal stories—including her own celebration of life at 80—to timeless lessons on fulfillment, she explores the difference between needs and wants, and how gratitude, boundaries, and presence can help us feel whole. With thoughtful practices and even a poem on “enough,” this conversation invites listeners to pause, reset, and find satisfaction in the richness of now. Join our journey to joyful living! Visit BeABonVivant.com [https://beabonvivant.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] for more inspiration and community connections. Don’t miss out—subscribe and thrive with us!

023 Energy Management: More Rewarding Than Time Management

In this episode, Susan reframes the conversation around productivity, shifting focus from time management to the more powerful practice of energy management. Through reflections on toxic relationships, sticky thoughts, and the pressure of hustle culture, she highlights how reclaiming boundaries and prioritizing self-care can restore vitality and balance. With practical tools—from scheduling “me time” to identifying energy lifters—you’ll discover how to protect your well-being, thrive beyond survival mode, and create a life worth living. Join our journey to joyful living! Visit BeABonVivant.com [https://beabonvivant.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] for more inspiration and community connections. Don’t miss out—subscribe and thrive with us!

022 Frosty Winter: Intention in the Cold Season

Winter is more than cold nights and muted landscapes—it is an invitation to rest, reflect, and renew. In this episode, Susan shares her reflections on the beauty of the season, from quiet hibernation to the light-filled rituals of holidays and the winter solstice. Through cozy imagery, gratitude practices, and the idea of creating “family of choice,” she offers inspiration for slowing down, setting new intentions, and embracing winter’s wisdom as a foundation for the year ahead. Join our journey to joyful living! Visit BeABonVivant.com [https://beabonvivant.com/] for more inspiration and community connections. Don’t miss out—subscribe and thrive with us!

021 Golden Autumn

This episode celebrates autumn as the season of worthiness and wisdom. Susan invites listeners to embrace cozy nesting, reflect on life’s harvests, and practice the art of letting go through a “Leaf Release Exercise.” Blending poetry, traditions, and seasonal rituals, she encourages us to savor fall’s beauty, whether through quiet reflection, shared meals, or creative expressions. Autumn becomes a reminder that change is not only natural—it is beautiful. Join our journey to joyful living! Visit BeABonVivant.com [http://beabonvivant.com/] for more inspiration and community connections. Don’t miss out—subscribe and thrive with us!

020 Sun Kissed Summer

In this episode, Susan reflects on the vibrancy of summer and its power to shape our lives. She explores the season’s duality—both playful and restorative—highlighting how longer days, sunshine, and unstructured time can spark creativity, strengthen health, and deepen joy. From beach trips and festivals to the sacred traditions of history, Susan shows how summer offers us opportunities for renewal, connection, and inspiration. Join our journey to joyful living! Visit BeABonVivant.com [http://beabonvivant.com/] for more inspiration and community connections. Don’t miss out—subscribe and thrive with us!