Pivot to Find Your Joy

Forward… No better time for ‘Pivot to Find Your Joy’ than where we are right now, During this Pandemic 2020 – we search for guidance, for love, to get through this crisis somehow, Amidst the chaos and fear – behold a book with sage Wellness and Life ideas to see one through, Whatever life throws at you, I knew when I met Dr. Joy Ohayia that she was a force – determined to have a say, Would not back down, would find a solution, somehow, some way, Already a published author, a successful radio and television Host with degrees to show, That on health and wellness and life, there was none other more in the know, Plus an award-winning track and field star who rose above all those demands, Her record, 3 decades later, remains unbroken and still stands, A philosopher, an environmentalist, nutritionist and so spiritual – approachable and real, She’s a mathematical financial wizard – and knows the true art of the deal, Intellectually astute, mentally sharp and emotionally tough, Who bravely reveals her life when times were rough, The Chapters ahead are each relevant and chock full of common sense for all, Starts with Mental/Emotional Wellness - jam packed with relatable issues, But I must warn you, before you sit down to read, get a box of tissues, There’s guidance on Nutrition – there’s always something to teach, Just the facts and examples, Dr. Joy does not preach, Physical Wellness – explores the importance of self-love and self-care, So many people neglect themselves or their needs – don’t be one of them - don’t you dare, Where would we be without Social Wellness – really not too far along, This chapter highlights the importance of connection – told mostly in song, Intellectual Wellness – so important to stay sharp at any stage, This Chapter offers ways to accomplish this at any age, Financial Wellness is tricky even for those who have the tools, This Chapter is a must read for anyone seeking advice on some ‘not so well known’ rules, Environmental Wellness – so important for our planet and I must utter, Please don’t use plastic (ever) and it’s important for our home (and brain) to de-clutter, The Chapter on Spiritual Wellness explains drawing strength from the Source, Whatever that means to you – it’s personal, yet universal – of course, This book has it all – plus it’s inspiring and a quick read, Engaging, informational, forth-coming – it has everything one might need, Everyone faces a pivot in life, whether in love, relationships or employ, Do it with grace and gratitude - ‘Pivot to Find Your Joy’! Amy Wachtel Delman, Poet Contents Introduction Chapter 1: Mental and Emotional Wellness Chapter 2: Nutritional Wellness Chapter 3: Physical Wellness Chapter 4: Social Wellness Chapter 5: Intellectual Wellness Chapter 6: Financial Wellness Chapter 7: Environmental Wellness Chapter 8: Spiritual Wellness Advice to My Younger Self Advice to My Older Self Glossary About the Author  Introduction What’s Up Beautiful People? The timing for this book could not come at a better time as the year 2020 is one for the history books - one of the most disruptive years in the twenty-first century, as COVID -19, the global pandemic and the exponential surge of protests against police brutality and for racial equality, had the world at a standstill and in disarray. Recent studies have shown, 45% of Americans have reported that their mental health has been negatively impacted by COVID and whatever Joy we had was lost due to changes in the economy, increased unemployment, grieving lost loved ones, sheltering in place, sickness, lack of resources, healthcare disparities, bare shelves in the supermarket, stress, and riots, just to name a few. Sunk in quarantine and uncertainty, we now belong to a new normal. An inexplicable fear and stress define our lives as we struggle to return to normalcy. Here’s the deal, how we defined normal prior to COVID-19, is in our past, we have been forced to redefine our new normal. Did we lose our Joy in the process? You bet many of us did! So, now we have the opportunity to get it back. When was the last time you felt JOY? What is JOY? Merriam Webster defines Joy simply put as a state of happiness. “Pivot to Find Your Joy” is infused with my personal experiences (the good, the not so good, and the ugly), common sense approach with practical tips in the areas of Mental and Emotional, Nutritional, Physical, Social, Intellectual, Financial, Environmental and, Spiritual Wellness. A CALL TO ACTION to help you pivot to find your Joy.