Microdoses of Joy

Welcome to Season 2!

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You Are Still on This Side of the Earth

Share with us how you find Microdoses of Joy! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2410368/open_sms] You did it. You made it through the holidays—every chaotic, quiet, or painfully bittersweet moment. Even if the future feels foggy, you're still here. Still standing. Still on this side of the Earth. In this episode, Dr. Powell reflects on what it means to survive life’s many transitions—babies, breakups, job shifts, identity shake-ups—and the strange emotional limbo that can follow. Life keeps lifing, but you keep going. So… now what? With a little Oprah energy and a lot of heart, we pause to ask: How have you been—really? This episode is a soft landing. A reminder that even in the mess, you’re still becoming. And joy still lives here, waiting in the wings. It’s an honor to wrap up Season 1 with you—stay tuned for bigger, deeper, and even more joyful conversations in Season 2. Let's Get Social! Instagram: @lainempowell, @microdosesofjoy LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell [http://www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell], www.linkedin.com/company/microdosesofjoy

Beyond “I’m Sorry”: 5 Meaningful Ways to Comfort the Grieving

Share with us how you find Microdoses of Joy! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2410368/open_sms] When someone you love is grieving, it can be hard to find the right words. In this episode, I share five supportive things to say to someone experiencing loss—words that comfort, validate, and truly help. Drawing from my own journey with grief, I offer insights on how to show up with empathy and presence. Whether you're navigating your own healing or supporting a loved one, these simple yet powerful phrases can make all the difference. Let's Get Social! Instagram: @lainempowell, @microdosesofjoy LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell [http://www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell], www.linkedin.com/company/microdosesofjoy

A Beautiful Tribute

Share with us how you find Microdoses of Joy! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2410368/open_sms] In Episode 4 of Microdoses of Joy, Dr. Powell reflects on a powerful experience that reignited her spirit during a recent trip to New York City. She attended a concert by Carimi, a Haitian band beloved by her late brother Israel. The band, too, was grieving the loss of their bandmate, Michael Benjamin "Mikaben," who tragically collapsed on stage. Despite the heavy emotions, the night became an unexpected triumph. As Carimi honored Mikaben's memory, their music and the collective resilience among the band members brought a sense of renewal to Dr. Powell, offering comfort in the midst of her own grief. This episode explores the profound truth that celebration and grief can coexist—two powerful emotions that, together, create space for healing and renewal. Let's Get Social! Instagram: @lainempowell, @microdosesofjoy LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell [http://www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell], www.linkedin.com/company/microdosesofjoy

Grief is Love with No Where to go

Share with us how you find Microdoses of Joy! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/2410368/open_sms] This episode explores grief through the holiday season; a festive and familial time eclipsed with the absence of a cherished loved one. Dr. Powell discusses her experience with deep grief and various approaches to managing the pain to have a triumphant holiday season -- however that looks or feels to you. Let's Get Social! Instagram: @lainempowell, @microdosesofjoy LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell [http://www.linkedin.com/in/lainepowell], www.linkedin.com/company/microdosesofjoy