In this episode of Department 88: Leadership Edition, Amy Charbonneau dives into the neuroscience and spirituality of joy — and why it’s the most underused leadership strategy of our time.

You’ll discover how joy isn’t just a feeling — it’s fuel.
 When joy is active, teams become resilient, creativity expands, and meaning is restored. When joy is missing, burnout and disconnection follow.

Drawing from mentoring research, neuroscience, and biblical wisdom, Amy shares how faith-based leaders can create workplaces and ministries where joy becomes culture — not coincidence.

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why JOY is the emotional and neurological foundation of great leadership
• How mentorship activates joy, belonging, and motivation in teams
• Practical rhythms to restore joy: gratitude, celebration, and rest
• How meaning fuels motivation — and why purpose protects against burnout

📖 Key Scripture: “The joy of the Lord is your strength.” – Nehemiah 8:10

🧠 Neuroscience Insight:
Joy activates the prefrontal cortex — the brain’s center for creativity, empathy, and wise decision-making. It’s not soft — it’s strategic.

🎯 Call to Action:
If you sense your leadership or team culture has lost its joy, Amy invites you to a free 15-minute discovery call. Together, you’ll identify the core beliefs and hidden blocks keeping you or your team stuck — and create a brain-based path back to peace, clarity, and effectiveness.

🎙️ Listen now and rediscover the joy that fuels resilient, purpose-driven leadership.