How to find JOY in the everyday moments with Jenna Griffith

Pardon the Mess with Courtney DeFeo

As soon as I heard about Jenna’s passion for JOY in the home - I knew I wanted to have her on the podcast. Parenting is hard, but there is a way to still bring joy into the everyday messes of motherhood.

I absolutely loved her encouragement on how to get intentional about redirecting our attitudes, conversations and outlook to one that is joy. She reminds us we do have control of our mind - and we can reframe how we see all the tiny annoyances and messes. This doesn’t mean we never get down or get honest with the hard - it’s just an encouragement to not let negativity and frustration ruin some very special years as a mom.

My kids would tell you I’m quite moody, but I do see the difference in our home when I find the good and let go of the tiny frustrations. My mood really impacts the home I’ve often called myself the CMO - Chief Mood Officer. Do you sense that your mood can often set the tone and even help redirect to joy?

My favorite part is when we talk about community. Are you surrounding yourself with other parents that only complain? What can you do in those moments when everyone is complaining about their kids?

In this episode we discuss:

• Jenna’s journey with postpartum depression
• How to find the good and joy in the everyday (even when it’s hard)
• Practical ways to bring fun and joy into the mess

Connect with Pardon The Mess:

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Courtney DeFeo

Resources from today’s show:

Jenna’s site

Jenna’s podcast

Listener Kids YouTube Channel

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