Sara joins us for this episode to tell her story of a childhood of toxic positivity that led to a breaking point. Her journey from there is a beautiful story of healing, learning how to process emotions, and stepping fully into her light with self compassion and confidence.

You can find Sara under the handle "Pearls and Ivy" on Instagram and YouTube: 

https://www.instagram.com/pearls_and_ivy

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHFCCQYFmPovQSlY2WMsrSA

Have you ever wanted to comfort a grieving person, but didn't know what to say? So you awkwardly said something empty like "look on the bright side?" Or has anyone ever said this to you when you're going through something tough? Rachael Jaye shares her story of losing her best friend, and dealing with toxic positivity that surrounded her while processing her grief. She shares a few pointers on how to best hold space for others who are grieving, and how to advocate for your needs if you're dealing with toxic positivity in your own grieving journey.

Rachael is The Connection Coach, and has developed support programs that begin with healing a man's most intimate relationships: first with himself, then with his partner. Here's how to connect with Rachael:

-Find out more and download her free playbook, "5 Fumbles When You're Tryin' to Score ...And the Recoveries to Earn you Bedroom MVP" at www.marriagemvp.com 

-Instagram @rachaeljaye.co

- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/rachaeljaye

What are you saying yes to? How is even your "no" really a "yes?" In this episode, I talk about my most recent work of art which says "yes!" with confetti and sunshine exploding out of it. I also talk about saying "yes, and" in life, and about the things I've said "yes" to this year (including uprooting our lives and living the dream traveling around the country while working remotely!) 

I'm also saying "yes" to workshops coming soon! If you've been asking to learn paper quilling from me, now is your chance! Find info on Facebook and Instagram @EdgeCraftATX or at EdgeCraftATX.com

Struggling to keep it together as we approach the election? Me too. In this episode I share about what I'm intentionally doing to take care of myself this week. {Hint: some of the things I'm "doing" are really things I'm not doing.} 

I'd love for you to join on Wednesday from 4-6 pm CST to create some art together and hold space for community as we walk through the next week. DM me for the Zoom link on FB or IG @EdgeCraftATX.

How do you make life a celebration every day and drink in all that life has to offer? Jennifer Legra with Drinking the Whole Bottle joins us in this episode to talk about savoring every moment of life and infusing each day with dance, food, music, and joy to live your most epic life.

Join us for Virtual Happy Hour on November 20th-- I'll be partnering with her to lead you through how to make a snowflake ornament with paper quilling, in between shaking some delicious cocktails! 

Check out the info for this event, future monthly happy hours, and her courses: Uncork Your Business and You're Invited on her website https://www.drinkingthewholebottle.com or follow on social media @DrinkingTheWholeBottle. 

Follow me for more info on the Nov 20th happy hour on social media @EdgeCraftATX

In this episode, we discuss toxic positivity. When positivity is forced upon us and is out of balance, we're prevented from living our full experience and healing from painful experiences. At its worst, it can be a form of gaslighting. We talk more about what toxic positivity is, why it shows up in our culture, and how to practice deepening our tolerance for unpleasant emotions. Ultimately, the work is about getting to the most whole, badass version of yourself by recognizing how to welcome and release all feelings and experiences. 

In this episode, we dig a little deeper into the intention of the podcast. We talk about how authenticity is my superpower and it's yours too, about how art can help us heal, and about how we're all creatives-- and bigger picture, how all of these things lead into you living your most badass life. 

Prints and cards are available in my shop now! EdgeCraftATX.com or follow on IG & FB @EdgeCraftATX.

Kicking off the podcast with the story behind the artwork that {accidentally} launched my business a year ago.

See the artwork and enter for a chance to win a print @EdgeCraftATX on Instagram and Facebook!

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Check out my website: www.EdgeCraftATX.com

Welcome to Crafts With an Edge: the creative podcast that explores the edgier side of life. In this introduction, I talk a little bit about what the podcast is about and what to expect. Thanks for joining!