Creating Joy Again: Finding Yourself When Life Feels Heavy

In this episode of Retired Life, Wish You Were Here, hosts Kim Lee and Maria Barnette sit down with Tiana Gooden, the founder of Creating Joy Counseling, and Kimberly Peacock.

Together, they explore a topic that resonates with many retirees and adults navigating life’s transitions: feeling stuck, disconnected, or no longer like the person you once were.

Whether you’re adjusting to retirement, coping with the loss of a spouse, navigating divorce, caring for others, or simply wondering what’s next, this conversation offers practical insight, encouragement, and hope.

Tiana and Kimberly discuss how chronic stress affects the body and mind, why major life changes can impact our sense of identity, and what steps people can take to reconnect with themselves and rediscover joy.

This episode is a reminder that you’re not alone, and that it’s never too late to create a life that feels meaningful, fulfilling, and joyful.