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Episode 124 – Mindful Breathing: A Sacred Practice for the Soul with Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT, The Joy Coach

Ep # 124 – Mindful Breathing: A Sacred Practice for the Soul with Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT, The Joy Coach

In this spiritually uplifting episode, join Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT, The Joy Coach, as she invites you into a sacred practice of mindful breathing—designed to gently guide your soul into higher vibrations of peace, joy, and divine connection. As a Relaxation Therapist and Licensed Massage Therapist, Karyn has devoted her life to helping others find calm amidst the chaos. Through her gentle voice and Christ-centered meditations, you’ll learn to exhale the pressures of the world and inhale the comforting presence of the Savior.

Let this be your time to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect with your spiritual essence. Find a cozy place to relax, bring your favorite essential oils, close your eyes, and allow the distractions of the day to melt away. Through guided meditations and heartfelt reflections, you’ll be led into a beautiful space of soulful restoration and inner stillness

Twelve Reflective Questions

1. What emotions do I most often carry in my breath—peace, anxiety, tension, or joy?
2. When was the last time I felt completely relaxed in my body and spirit?
3. How does my breathing change when I focus on the presence of Christ?
4. What physical sensations do I notice when I allow myself to breathe deeply and fully?
5. Can I identify moments during the day when I hold my breath or breathe shallowly?
6. In what ways does mindful breathing help me feel more spiritually grounded?
7. How do I experience the Spirit more clearly when I quiet my mind through breath?
8. What external distractions tend to pull me away from inner peace?
9. How can I create more intentional space in my day to simply breathe?
10. What is my soul longing for in this present moment of stillness?
11. How do I feel after participating in a Christ-centered breathing meditation?
12. What is one truth I heard or felt during this episode that I want to carry into tomorrow?

Closing Affirmation

“I inhale divine peace.

I exhale worldly pressure.

My breath is a sacred bridge between my body and my spirit.

With each breath, I draw closer to the One who gives me life.

I breathe in stillness. I breathe in love. I breathe in Christ.”

Episode #123 Resurrecting Joy with Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

Episode #123   Resurrecting Joy with Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

In this uplifting episode, Karyn Lynn Grant invites you to embark on a journey of emotional renewal and spiritual awakening. The episode opens with her original song, “It’s Time to Dance,” a heartfelt anthem encouraging listeners to embrace joy and movement. Following the song, Karyn shares meditative insights on overcoming negativity and reclaiming a spirit of enthusiasm for life. She reminds us that, “In heaven, healing is contagious!” Through her guidance, you’ll explore how to shift from sorrow to joy, finding hope and healing in the process.

Twelve Reflective Questions:

1. What emotions arise when you hear the phrase, “It’s Time to Dance”?
2. How do you currently express joy in your daily life?
3. Are there negative thought patterns you need to release to make room for joy?
4. What does “resurrecting joy” mean to you personally?
5. Can you recall a time when you felt contagious joy? What contributed to that feeling?
6. How can you create an environment that fosters enthusiasm and positivity?
7. What spiritual practices help you overcome negativity?
8. In what ways can you share joy with others in your community?
9. How does music influence your emotional and spiritual well-being?
10. What steps can you take to invite more joy into your life today?
11. How do you perceive the connection between healing and joy?
12. What affirmations can you incorporate into your routine to reinforce a joyful mindset?

Take time to reflect on these questions, allowing them to guide you toward a renewed sense of joy and purpose.

 

 

 

Episode 122: Inhaling JOY! with Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

Episode 122: Inhaling Joy! with Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

It’s time to “Breathe in Joy” as your birthright and your divine inheritance. In this heart-centered episode, Karyn Lynn Grant—The Joy Coach—shares beautiful, soul-soothing excerpts she has written to anchor your heart in love, joy, and peace.

As you listen, consider creating a sacred space. Turn on an aromatic diffuser with calming or uplifting essential oils—fragrances that interrupt negative thought patterns and help you attune to the higher vibrations of truth and light. Let the affirmations shared in this episode resonate deeply within you, inviting a reset of your mind, body, and spirit.

Each message is designed to ground you, soothe your soul, and reconnect you with the peace that is always available. Breathe deeply. Let each word be a gentle invitation to remember who you are and to receive the healing power of joy.

Bring your journal and reflect on these twelve soul-searching questions:

1.When was the last time I truly felt joy fill my entire being?

2.What aromas or scents help me return to a place of inner peace?

3.How can I invite more moments of stillness and mindfulness into my daily routine?

4.What thoughts or beliefs might be blocking my ability to receive joy as my birthright?

5.How do I define joy, and where do I most often experience it in my life?

6.What affirmations from this episode resonated most deeply with me, and why?

7.Is there a memory from childhood that reminds me of pure, unfiltered joy?

8.In what ways can I become a vessel of joy for others?

9.What daily practices help me realign with love, joy, and peace?

10.How does breathing deeply and intentionally affect my emotional state?

11.What role does gratitude play in my ability to feel joy?

12.How can I consciously choose to “breathe in joy” even in difficult or uncertain times?

Let these questions guide your inner journey and help you reconnect with the joy that is always within you.

Ep #121 – Claiming Joy in the Moment With Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT

Ep #121 – Claiming Joy in the  Moment With Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT

Join us for a soul-soothing episode that invites you to claim joy in the moment—regardless of your current circumstances. In this beautifully written and narrated journey by Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT, you’ll be reminded that joy is not contingent upon what’s happening around you. Joy is a sacred state of mind, heart, and spirit—one that belongs to you by divine design.

This episode will bring comfort to your heart as you navigate life’s ups and downs. Let your spirit tune in to the affirmations of light, love, and truth that guide you gently toward peace. Whether you’re winding down for the night or seeking a moment of reprieve in your day, this is a message you’ll want to hear more than once. As you listen, allow your nervous system to shift into its restful, healing state—and reconnect with your God-given ability to feel and live in joy.

Let joy become your anchor. Let joy become your song.

Reflective Questions for the Heart and Soul

1. What does joy mean to me in this season of my life?
2. Can I recall a moment when I felt joy despite challenging circumstances?
3. How do I typically respond when joy feels out of reach?
4. What might it look like to choose joy today—even in small ways?
5. Which people, places, or experiences awaken joy within me?
6. Am I allowing space in my life for rest, peace, and inner stillness where joy can dwell?
7. In what ways can I gently shift my focus away from fear or sorrow and toward joy?
8. What role does gratitude play in helping me feel joyful?
9. Have I noticed any affirmations or words from this episode that deeply resonated with my soul?
10. Is there an area of my life where I’m waiting for external circumstances to bring me joy, rather than cultivating it from within?
11. What helps me reconnect to the indomitable spirit inside me—the part that was created to feel joy in mortality?
12. How can I invite more joy into my nightly routine as I drift into rest and healing sleep?

Take a moment to journal, pray, or simply reflect upon your answers. Each question is a gentle invitation to come home to the joy that already lives inside you.

Ep #120: “Look to the Flowers” with Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT

Ep #120: “Look to the Flowers” with Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT

In this gentle and reflective episode, Karyn invites listeners to rest and relax as she shares journaled thoughts inspired by the beloved Bible verse, “Consider the lilies of the field… they toil not, neither do they spin…” Her musings drift gracefully into the healing world of Dr. Edward Bach, the visionary behind the Bach Flower Remedies.

Karyn explores the idea that flowers are more than just beautiful—they hold within them divine intelligence and subtle essences that can support emotional healing and inner balance. Drawing from the philosophy of Dr. Bach, she shares how flowers carry energetic signatures that gently guide individuals back to emotional harmony and peace.

As a JOY COACH and licensed massage therapist, Karyn incorporates these flower remedies into her nurturing sessions. While giving massage and emotional support, she softly speaks the names of the flower essences and shares the positive emotional attributes they represent. She gently encourages her clients to hear these affirmations, feel their resonance, and claim the attributes they most desire in their own lives and personal stories. Through this process, clients begin to awaken to their inner strengths and rediscover joy, hope, and purpose.

In the second half of the episode, Karyn names several specific flowers, offering one-by-one affirmations inspired by Dr. Bach’s work. Each spoken flower becomes a quiet invitation to reflect, receive, and realign with the goodness already present within. For those intrigued by this healing modality, Karyn recommends exploring The Flower Essence Repertory and other writings on Bach Flowers as gentle companions on the path of emotional wellness.

Reflective Questions:

1. Which part of the verse “Consider the lilies…” speaks most personally to you today?

2. What emotions are you currently carrying that might benefit from gentle support?

3. Have you ever experienced healing through nature? What was that like for you?

4. Which flower essence affirmation resonated the most with your heart?

5. What positive attribute do you long to claim in your life right now?

6. How could you invite more rest and relaxation into your daily rhythm?

7. In what ways might you already be returning to emotional balance?

8. What role does beauty play in your healing journey?

9. How do you respond when someone speaks kind, affirming words to you?

10. What part of your story feels ready for a shift toward positivity and light?

11. How can you begin to “look to the flowers” as gentle teachers and companions?

12. What is one small way you can honor your emotional well-being this week?

Listen in… and let the quiet whisper of the flowers awaken something beautiful within you.

Episode #119 When Vows Are Broken by Karyn Lynn Grant

Episode 119: When Vows Are Broken by Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

In this deeply personal episode, Karyn Lynn Grant shares Epistles from Heaven—journal entries she received during pivotal moments in a past marriage. As she navigated confusion, emotional pain, and uncertainty, Karyn turned her heart wholeheartedly to the Lord, receiving divine messages of instruction that helped her make sense of a difficult and complex relationship.

Through this journey, Karyn learned the power of self-accountability—recognizing her own weaknesses, follies, and faults—and discovered the healing balm of music, which became an essential part of her daily life to keep her heart anchored in the Lord’s will. Having walked the path of marriage, annulment, and divorce, she understands the trials and heartaches that accompany such experiences and the power of prayer to illuminate the way forward.

Karyn sheds light on the often unseen wounds of emotional and mental abuse—bruises that do not show on the surface yet deeply impact the soul. She acknowledges that such struggles are not gender-specific, emphasizing that both men and women can cause harm through criticism and projection. While she uses the term “brother” in this episode, she invites listeners to substitute “sister” where applicable, making this message relevant to anyone seeking divine guidance in their relationships.

This episode is for those who turn to the Lord in earnest, seeking His direction and will for their lives. Karyn hopes that in sharing these sacred and delicate messages, those with ears to hear will find wisdom, comfort, and the courage to make necessary course corrections—whether that means reconciling with a loved one or stepping onto a new path with faith. In a world where contention, criticism, and emotional harm often go unnoticed, this episode offers a voice of hope for those struggling to find clarity, peace, and divine truth.

Reflective Questions for the Listening Audience:

1.Have you ever felt confused or uncertain in a close relationship? What emotions arise when you reflect on those experiences?

2.In what ways have you sought divine guidance during challenging times?

3.How do you personally define self-accountability in relationships?

4.Are there past wounds—emotional or mental—that you have yet to fully acknowledge or heal from?

5.How can you invite more peace and clarity into your relationships through prayer or personal reflection?

6.Have you ever recognized patterns of criticism or projection in your relationships? How did you address them?

7.What role does music or creativity play in helping you process emotions and maintain spiritual focus?

8.If you were to receive your own “Epistle from Heaven,” what guidance do you feel the Lord might send you today?

9.Are you in a relationship where course corrections may be needed? How can you approach this with wisdom and love?

10.How can you better support others who may be silently struggling with emotional wounds?

11.What are some small, daily actions you can take to ensure your heart remains open to God’s will for your life?

12.How do you distinguish between enduring trials with faith and recognizing when it is time to make a change?

May this episode and these questions inspire you to seek truth, healing, and divine wisdom as you navigate your own journey.

Ep #118 A New Mantra for Health by Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT

Ep # 118 A New Mantra for Health” by Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT.

Join Karyn in this episode of “The Stories She Sings” as a New Mantra for Health in Heart, Mind, Body and Spirit.

You may download Karyn’s written mantra here as a prelude to her 30 minute episode of “Claiming The Gift of Faith to Be Made Whole”

“My New Mantra for Health

I Am Vibrant, Whole, and Fully Restored To  The Gift of Prosperity Through the Abundance  of Healing, Health and Wholeness. 

I AM the keeper of a magnificent, divinely designed body, and I honor this sacred vessel with the nourishment it needs to thrive. I joyfully partake of foods rich in potassium and iron, knowing that every bite is a blessing, every nutrient a gift, every meal an opportunity to restore and replenish.

I DECLARE that my body knows how to balance and absorb every essential mineral, vitamin, and nutrient with perfect precision. My cells are infused with vitality, my blood is strengthened, and my energy soars as I am sustained by the abundance of the earth.

I CLAIM the gift of health, the gift of vitality, and the gift of boundless energy so that I may fulfill my mission upon this earth with zest, gratitude, effervescence, and joy! My spirit rejoices in my body’s strength, and my soul sings with the harmony of divine restoration.

I BLESS my heart, that it may beat with steady rhythm, radiating love and life throughout my being. I bless my mind, that it may think with clarity, wisdom, and inspiration. I bless my body, that it may function with effortless grace, healing and renewing itself in perfect alignment with divine will. I bless my spirit, that it may remain ever connected to the source of all light and truth, guiding me in my path of wholeness and purpose.

I AM receiving now the gift of being restored to complete health.

I AM vibrant, whole, and strong! 

I AM a radiant vessel of life, love, and divine energy.

And so it is. AMEN.”

Ep117 Scripting with The Healing Arts of Music and Aromatherapy with Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

Episode #117: Scripting with The Healing Arts of Music and Aromatherapy with Karyn Lynn Grant-Turley, LMT, The Joy Coach

In this heartfelt episode, Karyn Lynn Grant-Turley shares the beginning of her healing journey—transitioning from grief to joy through the power of Scripting Love Letters to Heaven. She reveals how writing her prayers as personal letters to God became a sacred practice of reflection, rest, and rejuvenation, allowing her to receive heavenly comfort in times of sorrow.

Karyn discovered that by scripting her deepest questions in prayer, she could hear a voice of inner wisdom speaking peace and reassurance. She reflects on a particularly poignant time during her divorce when she felt the presence of ministering angels, guiding her to bring comfort to others whose hearts had also “been broken in the wheels of living” (Alfred Tennyson).

This episode features Karyn’s original song, “Speak Softly Spirit,” a lyrical expression of how songwriting and scripting became channels of personal revelation. Through the healing arts of music and aromatherapy, she invites listeners to embrace the process of open and honest prayer, acknowledging their hidden wounds before God and rising to serve others in love.

May these messages and songs find their way into the hearts of those searching for kindness, empathy, and understanding.

Reflective Questions: Acknowledging Your Own Hidden Wounds to God in Prayer

1. What hidden wounds are you carrying that you have yet to bring before God?

2. How have past experiences shaped the way you approach prayer and personal reflection?

3. In what ways do you resist opening up your heart fully to God?

4. How do you feel when you write down your thoughts and emotions rather than speaking them aloud?

5. Have you ever experienced moments where you felt heaven’s comfort in response to a prayer?

6. What specific emotions surface when you take time to reflect on your grief and pain?

7. How can you invite God into the deepest parts of your heart where healing is needed?

8. What scriptures or spiritual messages bring you comfort when you feel wounded?

9. How does music or journaling help you process emotions that are difficult to express?

10. Are there memories or past hurts that you struggle to release? What would it take to surrender them to God?

11. How do you recognize the presence of divine guidance in your life?

12. What does healing look like for you, and how can you take one step closer to embracing it today?

Here’s a Bonus!

Reflective Questions:A Guide to Praying Openly and Honestly & Rising Up to Serve Others

1. How can you create a sacred space for prayer that allows you to be fully honest with God?

2. What words or phrases help you feel safe when beginning a vulnerable conversation with God?

3. How do you balance expressing your sorrows with gratitude in your prayers?

4. What fears keep you from surrendering completely to God’s will?

5. How can you practice listening for divine guidance rather than just speaking in prayer?

6. What role does faith play in your ability to trust that God hears and answers your prayers?

7. How can you use your personal experiences of pain to minister to others who are struggling?

8. Who in your life might be silently carrying a burden that you could help lift?

9. In what ways can your talents—such as writing, music, or acts of service—be used to bring comfort to others?

10. How can you discern when God is calling you to reach out and help someone?

11. What small daily actions can you take to be a source of light and healing for others?

12. How can you shift your mindset from focusing on your wounds to embracing your role as a healer in someone else’s life?

Take time to reflect on these questions as you listen, and may this episode bring renewed hope, healing, and inspiration to your heart.

Ep116 Mending Broken Hearts by Karyn Lynn Grant

Ep #116: Mending Broken Hearts by Karyn Lynn Grant, LMT, The Joy Coach

In this deeply personal and healing episode, Karyn Lynn Grant-Turley invites listeners to turn their hearts over to Christ for comfort and renewal. Through reflective journal entries, Karyn shares the inner wisdom she discovered during her own seasons of heartache and heartbreak—wisdom that felt as if it flowed directly from the heart of heaven to hers.

The episode features “Mend Me With A Broken Heart,” a touching song written by Wanda Lindstrom, which became a guiding message for Karyn as she ministered to women grieving painful goodbyes. This song, along with Karyn’s own messages of hope, offers a tender embrace to those in search of kindness, empathy, and understanding.

May these words and melodies bring solace to every heart yearning for healing and reassurance in the arms of the Savior.

Reflective Questions:

1. What does it mean to you to turn your heart over to Christ for comfort?

2. How have you experienced Christ’s healing in times of heartache?

3. What role do journal entries or personal reflections play in your healing journey?

4. Have you ever felt as though words of comfort flowed to you from heaven? What was that experience like?

5. How does music impact your emotional and spiritual healing?

6. What is one sorrowful goodbye in your life that you are still healing from?

7. How can you extend kindness and empathy to others who are grieving?

8. What scriptures or spiritual messages have brought you peace during times of loss?

9. In what ways do you seek respite and refuge when facing heartbreak?

10. How do you balance grieving with embracing hope for the future?

11. What are some ways you can strengthen your faith in Christ’s ability to mend your broken heart?

12. How can you use your own experiences of heartache to comfort and uplift others?

Take time to reflect on these questions as you listen, and may this episode bring renewed hope and peace to your heart.

Episode 115: Our Savior’s Understanding Heart with Music & Meditations by Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

Ep#115 His Understanding Heart with Music and Meditations by Karyn Lynn Grant, The Joy Coach

In this week’s episode of The Stories She Sings, we explore the deep emotions that accompany loneliness and loss. Have you ever asked yourself, Would the Savior understand my lonely heart? Does He know what it feels like to say goodbye? To overcome the wounds of unforgiveness—whether towards others or ourselves?

Through musical meditations and heartfelt songs, allow your spirit to enter a space of gentleness and self-compassion. As you listen, affirm within your heart that He truly understands the mortal dilemma of losing someone we love, of feeling rejected, abandoned, or unseen. He longs for us to know Him as the One who walks with us in our grief, offering healing, comfort, and the reassurance that we are never alone.

Songs and meditations in this episode include:
    •    On the Way to Heaven
    •    Were You a Lonely Man?
    •    Speak Softly Spirit
    •    Carry On

To deepen your reflection on this episode, consider these 12 Reflective Questions:
    1.    Have you ever experienced a time when you felt completely alone? How did you find comfort during that time?
    2.    In what ways do you believe the Savior understands your personal struggles and emotions?
    3.    How do you feel knowing that Jesus experienced rejection, loss, and loneliness during His mortal life?
    4.    What does the phrase Would the Savior understand my lonely heart? mean to you personally?
    5.    Have you ever struggled with forgiving yourself or others? How might the Savior’s example help guide you toward healing?
    6.    In moments of grief, what spiritual or musical experiences have brought you the most peace?
    7.    How do the lyrics and melodies in this episode’s songs speak to your heart and current season of life?
    8.    Do you envision the Savior walking with you in your struggles? How does this perspective change the way you carry your burdens?
    9.    What steps can you take to cultivate more self-compassion and gentleness toward yourself in times of emotional pain?
    10.    How does music help you process emotions and connect with divine love?
    11.    If you could ask the Savior one question about your personal struggles, what would it be?
    12.    What message of hope or comfort do you feel the Savior is speaking to your heart through this episode?

Take time to ponder these questions, write in your journal, or discuss them with a trusted friend or loved one. May these reflections and melodies guide your heart toward peace, deeper understanding, and the assurance that you are never alone.