Meet Laura Wakefield

Coach, Writer, Yogi, Podcaster & Travel Host

Hey there everybody! I’m Laura Wakefield - a single mother of 9 (with 8 amazing grandkids and 2 dogs too!) currently living on the beautiful Emerald Coast of Florida. I’m a certified life coach through Robbins-Madanes Training, host of The Joyfulicity Podcast, a writer, obsessed world traveler, RYT200 Yoga Instructor, and beach lover.

I spent most of my career in the real estate industry as an agent, investor, and transaction coordinator. I held a broker license, with all of the accompanying experience and business training, but while I loved my work and clients my heart began leading me down a different path. So, in late 2023, I left real estate and downsized to the beach to focus more on writing, travel hosting, podcasting and coaching. I have faced many significant challenges in my life, but have found renewed peace, confidence, authenticity and joy in midlife. I feel passionate about helping others as they strive to do the same.

Education & Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in English, 1990
Certified through Robbins-Madanes Life Coach Training, 2019
Host of The Joyfulicity Podcast since April 2023
RYT 200 Yoga Instructor certified through My Vinyasa Practice and registered with The Yoga Alliance.
President of the Destin/South Walton Toastmasters Club - our local chapter of the internationally recognized public speaking and leadership training organization.
Continually educating: plans to add Breathwork and Feng Shui certifications soon, to bring added knowledge and value to my clients.

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Your insight is so valuable to me. Plus, once you're on the list you will be notified for first dibs on all future trips I am hosting. I would love to have you join me!

"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are."

- E.E. Cummings

"Believe you can and you're halfway there.:

- Theodore Roosevelt

The mind is everything. What you think, you become."

- Buddha

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As we watch each other’s social media feeds we don’t really see the behind the scenes realities but I’m going to give you a glimpse into mine.

Single mom, three weddings coming, three kids in college next fall…means 4 part time jobs for mama. I had three I love & I added the 4th last night - and I’m back to donning all black as a restaurant worker at P.F. Changs. So come by and see me next time you’re near Grand Blvd.

So why would I work 4 part time jobs instead of a full time more prestigious one? I’ve done it before and I’ll be honest It would be a lot easier. I have a college degree and am qualified to make a pretty good income. But I’m learning I’m happier in this more bohemian kind of arrangement. Part-time jobs tend to be more flexible in terms of scheduling and arranging time off, and I’ve been able to craft a schedule that allows for most of my mornings to be free to relaunch my website, Podcast and coaching soon. I’ve been on the verge of that for a long time but when I was working full time it just was proving too difficult. Then I got injured, then this…then that.

Isn’t that how life goes? But here’s my point in sharing this. There’s not one right way to live a life. And for most of us it’s a constant struggle between needing to keep our bills paid and the lights on and also creating space for our passions to thrive. That journey will look different for everyone. This pathway is mine and while unconventional, it suits me. I don’t do well sitting behind a desk all day. It’s just not me.

But next time you’re seeing posts about people’s artsy and creative dreams coming true - remember that usually there’s a whole other gritty, hardworking, non-glamorous story going on behind the scenes. Success comes at a price. Passion does too. And not everyone is going to “get it.” They might even think you’re crazy. But it’s worth it to live whatever unique way speaks to your soul.

It’s official!! My youngest son Logan is headed off to college next Fall at FSU! Majoring in Philosophy.

Close enough to come home to visit sometimes (hint hint Logan 😂)

I’m so excited to see what the future holds for him.

Calling all locals and visitors to the Florida Panhandle…

So excited that warmer weather has returned so our Sunday sessions are starting up again TODAY! And every Sunday going forward from 1 to 3 pm at @alaquaanimalrefuge

Great music. A food truck. Walk around and see the animals. And I work Sundays so stop in and see ME in the gift shop. 😁

It’s a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

Hey friends...I’ll be hosting a trip in the next year ish and I have the destinations narrowed down to four. I would love YOUR vote. Your feedback really helps me to see which places would be of interest to the most people. Voting doesn’t in any way obligate you to travel. I just want your opinion.

Drop me a message below with your VOTE between the following 4 options:

1) Ireland

2) Turkey

3) Iceland

4) Bali - this one would be a yoga retreat.

Which one would you prefer? Vote below!!! Thanks everyone.

So we sell these mood rings at Alaqua Animal Refuge in the gift shop. Lots of cute styles. I loved these when I was 10 and I still do at 57!

Could anything possibly be more fun than a dragonfly mood ring? I submit to you that it could not! 😁

#nevergetsold #moodring #hippiestyle

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