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Healing Isn’t Just Physical — What My Second Hip Surgery Taught Me About Pain, Presence, and People
There’s something about doing it again that makes you brave… and cautious at the same time. My second hip replacement was scheduled for...
Jaja Fortuna
1 day ago4 min read


You Need a Hip Replacement… Wait, Me?! I’m 37! Episode 6 Blog.
The Story I Couldn't Fit Into the Mic: I recorded episode 6 from a place I’m still growing in—from the middle of healing, not the end....
Jaja Fortuna
Jun 255 min read


❤️🩹Healing the Part of Me No One Knew Was Hurting...
Hey friends, If you're reading this… you’re not just a listener, you are part of something deeper. This isn’t just a recap of Episode 5....
Jaja Fortuna
Jun 243 min read


✨ Healing Isn’t Linear—And That’s Okay
Episode 4 | Joy in the Journey with Jaja Fortuna “You are not going backward. You are not behind. You’re unfolding.” Welcome back, dear...
Jaja Fortuna
Jun 103 min read


My Fight Was Hers First: A Story of Sickle Cell, Strength, and a Mother’s Love
There are stories etched into our bones before we can even speak.Mine? It begins with a woman who didn’t just carry me—she fought for...
Jaja Fortuna
Jun 33 min read


🌍 From Angola to Miracles: A Story of Fear, Faith, and High School Survival
I was born under the bright April sun in Angola, Africa—a land full of rhythm, community, and a warmth that you can feel deep in your...
Jaja Fortuna
Jun 23 min read


🌧️Born from the Storm: My Journey to Joy A Resilient Soft Heart
Podcast Episode 1 — Joy in the Journey with Jaja Fortuna “Born for resilience. At just nine months old, I was given a diagnosis that...
Jaja Fortuna
May 203 min read


Welcome to Joy in the Journey Blog: A Big Sister’s Diary of Resilience and Hope
Life is a journey filled with moments of joy, pain, growth, and sometimes, periods of gray. It’s in these gray areas—the quiet struggles...
Jaja Fortuna
May 132 min read


The Heart Behind the Mic: Why I’m Launching 'Joy in the Journey'
You’ve officially landed on the blog side of things , where I’ll be sharing podcast previews, behind-the-scenes stories, and real-life...
Jaja Fortuna
May 133 min read


What Is Joy, Really? (Especially When Doubt Creeps In)
Joy. It ’s a word that feels soft and bright and warm. But lately, I’ve been sitting with a different kind of joy—one that whispers, not...
Jaja Fortuna
May 133 min read
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