New Release · International Teacher Series, Book 3

The Journey Was the Easy Part

The JOY Mindset® Guide for International Teachers in U.S. Schools and the Leaders Who Support Them

Crossing the border takes courage. Staying well, effective, and aligned with your values in a U.S. classroom takes intention. Real educator case studies, JOY TIPS at the end of each chapter, and L.E.A.D. with JOY® throughout.

By Dr. Delphina JOYce Avila, Wilmer Franklin Zambrana, and Abderrahim Ezzarrouki · Foreword by Dr. Venessa Barrett

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Every book is built on the JOY Mindset® framework: reflective prompts, real stories, and practical next steps across Spirit, Mind, Heart, and Body. Read on your own, then go deeper with an assessment, a guide, or coaching.

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Front cover of Awaken JOY: Reclaim Your Power. Live From Within by Dr. Delphina JOYce Avila

Journaling Prompts · Meditations · Practical Tools

Awaken to JOY

Reclaim Your Power. Live From Within.

What if JOY has nothing to do with your circumstances, and everything to do with your choices? Educator and cancer survivor Dr. JOY offers a blueprint for healing and JOY through heartfelt stories, evidence-based practices, and guided reflection. Stop chasing happiness. Start choosing JOY.

Reframe Your Story: turn past wounds into wisdom and strength.
Reclaim Your Birthright: JOY as a sustainable mindset, not a fleeting emotion.
Realign With Purpose: reconnect with your core values and authentic self.
Practice Wholeness: daily practices for Spirit, Mind, Heart, and Body.

By Dr. Delphina JOYce Avila

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