In this episode, I sat down with Rachel Marie Martin, author of Get Your Spark Back, to explore her personal journey of rediscovering joy and authenticity. Rachel shared powerful insights on overcoming life's unexpected challenges and embracing your unique story. 

Rachel is the writer behind the site FindingJoy.net and author of both Mom Enough and The Brave Art of Motherhood and a founding partner in Audience Industries – a company designed to train and equip entrepreneurs in their ventures. Her articles have been translated into over 25 languages. 

Her content has been featured in The Huffington Post, The Today Show, Star Tribune, Tiny Buddha, iVillage, Stuff New Zealand, John Tesh, PopSugar, Motherly and many more. 

In this episode you'll hear:

• Breaking Free from Linear Thinking: A discussion on how societal expectations often push us toward rigid paths, while reclaiming wonder and intuition can lead to more fulfilling lives.
• Rediscovering Your Identity: Rachel shared how asking simple questions like “Who am I?” and “What do I love to do?” helped her reconnect with activities that brought her joy, like playing the piano.
• Owning Your Spark: Rachel talked about the importance of taking ownership of your journey and story, making it uniquely yours.
• Small Steps, Big Changes: Advice for those starting their "spark journey"—focus on small, daily acts of self-care, like enjoying a good cup of coffee or taking a walk.

Links mentioned Get Your Spark Back Mom Enough The Brave Art of Motherhood

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