Crazy Zen Life

Who knew friendships could be so tricky past the age of 29?  The CZL ladies go all in on an open discussion about how navigating non-romantic relationships can be a lot of work. Turning 30 is definitely a milestone for maturity and it can take a toll on some friendships as years go by.  Shannon and Brittany tackle letting go of friendships and why it is so important to evaluate the energy around you. The ladies also discuss how to maintain friendships and build and deepen the ones around you.  This episode also covers the importance of  still cultivating new relationships and how a new friend can be just the energy you need in your life. We are excited to share the first episode of the new year with you. Let's jump into 2019!  Enjoy!

To help ring in the new year in an empowering way we decided to re-release one of our favorite episodes from the archives, Niki Whiting. This one is a great episode to listen to as you think about the all of the things you are capable of doing in the new year.  Let's crush 2019, zen friends!

You always hear that, "the dream is free but the hustle is sold separately," and that is certainly true for Ashley Stone.  Ashley was bit by the entrepreneur bug very early but she never quite knew what to do with it until she went to her first Arbonne sales conference.  She saw women that lived in the same area of the country as her pulling in some major money and she thought, "why cant I do that?" Taking a leap of faith, she reached out to a high ranking representative in the company and told her that she would do anything she told her to do for 3 months.  Taking on this mentor and a different mentality changed Ashley's life forever.  Find out how this "all in" way of life has impacted her in more ways than one.  You will enjoy hearing about this journey for sure! Happy Listening! 

 

How to connect with Ashley:

https://www.instagram.com/ashleybstone/

https://www.facebook.com/ashley.w.stone

https://www.arbonne.com/pws/ashleystone/tabs/home

To say that Grace is an OG blogger at the ripe old age of 25 seems a bit cooky but its true.  She was one of the first bloggers in the Louisville scene before blogging was really a "thing." Since launching A Southern Drawl in 2011 Grace White has exploded onto the blog scene with her classy, chic, elegant style.  Grace was committed to bringing affordable style to her followers consistently until she found a new passion in fitness. Not wanting to rob her fitness followers of all of her knowledge she decided to expand her brand.  By launching Fit with ASD she found that she was a multifaceted blogger with content for days.  Listen in to see how Grace juggles her full time blogger life, fitness branding, and newly acquired wifey status.  Grace gets real with the CZL ladies, and points out that bloggin aint easy. Believe us when we say, you will "LIKETOKNOW" her. ;)  There are tons of ways to find Grace, check out all the links below:

https://fitwithasd.com/

https://www.asoutherndrawl.com/

https://www.liketoknow.it/a_southerndrawl

https://www.instagram.com/a_southerndrawl

https://www.instagram.com/fitwithasd/

Amanda Mulvene always knew that she was meant to be an entrepreneur.  After studying textile merchandising and taking her chances in the big city of Chicago, her roots called her back home to Southern Indiana where she opened up Dress & Dwell.  Knowing that the clothing game is constantly changing and evolving, Amanda has been able to her premier boutique on the top of the list.  Amanda takes us through the early days of D&D and why she has learned along the way.  From outsourcing, to hiring the right "dolls", to taking the business online, Amanda has a wealth of knowledge to share with you.  Enjoy!  

 

Dress & Dwell - Facebook

Dress & Dwell website

Dress & Dwell IG

Amanda Mulvene IG

We took CZL on the road this week to Kendra Scott to chat with Paula Garner and Liz Nickley of Maryhurst.  Maryhurst is a center in Louisville that offers reprieve for kids and young women that have suffered abuse, trauma, neglect, or have no other place to go.  As Paula says in this episode, "this is the last hope for some young people when they arrive."  This is why CZL wanted to help give back to this amazing (and oldest) organization in Louisville.  We went on location last week to Kendra Scott to host an event where a portion of the sales went back to Maryhurst. Join us as we learn all about what makes Maryhurst a beckon of hope for some many year after year.  Interested in donating or joining the Journey of hope luncheon?  Click the links below or you can contact Liz Nickley direct : [email protected]

https://www.maryhurst.org/

https://www.maryhurst.org/events/29th-annual-journey-hope-luncheon?date=2019-05-21

Who doesn't love a good party?  We are here to help your party run a little less crazy and a little more zen.  We love to throw a good party and we have learned to streamline the process with some helpful hacks.  Keep the cocktails simple, put away the bell sleeves, and turn on CZL to help guide you through the holiday struggles. This is a fun little mid week pop in to get us all ready for the festivities.  

Local Louisville peeps, this is where you can find the Nest candles we spoke abut in this episode and other great hostess gifts. 

http://www.digshomeandgarden.com/

Heidi Fuller is all about the hair but for different reasons than you may think.  She is "that lady with the wig boutique."  She gives women struggling with different types of diseases and disorders hope and confidence.  Yes, she counsels and fits women for wigs but what they receive from her in addition is life changing.  Heidi is on a mission to spread her vibe and kick cancer's ass.  We were so happy to have her in the studio and share her "awakening" story and how leaving her corporate job to open her boutique was the best decision she ever made. We hope you enjoy listening to Heidi's journey, we sure did!

http://awakeningsboutique.com/#

https://www.facebook.com/wigladyboutique/

https://www.instagram.com/wigladyboutique/

Hooray! CZL is over 90 days old! Its been an educational, experimental, hiccup-filled ride. The ladies share some of their lessons from the first 3 months in the podcast world, what they would do different, and maybe even a few clues as to whats on the horizon for Crazy Zen Life.  The sky is the limit.  Enjoy this milestone episode!

She’s baaaaaack! One of the zen gals favorite humans and most beloved zen friend, Erin Rowland, is back in the studio. You may remember Erin from a previous episode this year, Diaries of a mini van mom, but now she is back to break down her holiday craziness. Managing a household of 7 around the busiest time of year can be exhausting, and when you have partial lung capacity it can be even more difficult. But don’t be fooled, Erin’s lack of oxygen doesn’t dampen her spirit or her high level of quick wit. Erin discusses why she let go of some holiday traditions like traveling and perfection and embraced her own traditions.  Erin will share the importance of a memory jar and why three little white balls holds so much significance in her house.  We always enjoy and cherish our special time with Erin and we know you will too. 

Oh!  and if you'd like a listen to Erin's first episode on CZL:

Diaries of a mini van mom