I eaaaaaaase into conversation with no one; a familiar practice I haven't engaged in for some months now.

I wander from one thought to the next:

In this episode, Quincy and I hit record mid-conversation and follow our thoughts:

I have been interacting with Elizabeth Mihelich for almost 10 years now, and I value her work as a Clairvoyant. She has shown me many things “without knowing” and she is faithful to her craft. In this episode, she talks about her training in clairvoyance and what she sees when she provides Aura Readings. Then, we have a personal session together in an effort to reveal the process.

I set my intentions around Memoirtistry and, saying my name at birth three times, we begin…

You can scheduled your own Aura Reading with Elizabeth via her website Lit Up You.

In this episode, Quincy and I discuss the concept of anxiety. He explains anxiety as a message from the self, often misconstrued as a threat. He emphasizes the importance of understanding internal triggers and managing anxiety through awareness and physiological techniques like widening one's visual field.

I, of course, share my personal experiences with anxiety, highlighting its exacerbation during COVID-19 and the ongoing impact of social media. We discuss practical tools like the Five-Point Check-In. Quincy and I agree on the need to address internal emotions, to move toward acceptance, to reduce anxiety effectively.

Links to things we mentioned:

In this episode, Quincy offers a window into why he loves doing the work he is doing. I ask, and we get into it:

Quincy is accepting clients, and is a fantastic resource for individuals and couples exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy.

Quincy and I continue the conversation about how one can shift from monogamous patterns of belief to the openness of polyamory using my own experience as a guide. We explore the concept of solo polyamory and the misconceptions surrounding it, and we consider how to address satisfying sexual needs to reduce the charge in relationships. We highlight communication challenges and the importance of self-awareness, mutual respect and understanding. I share personal fears about enforcing boundaries and the societal stigma around polyamory. Quincy emphasizes that boundaries are the responsibility of the person setting them and stresses the need for clear, non-violent communication. The discussion also touches on trauma bonds and the impact of past relationships on current dynamics.

Resources:

⁠Quincy Schmidt Coaching⁠

⁠The Center for Nonviolent Communication⁠

Mental Health & Relationship Coach Quincy Schmidt and I discuss the transition from monogamy to polyamory, exploring the concept of polyamory and its implications. We share insight into our [separate] journeys away from serial monogamy to polyamory, having both been influenced by non-monogamous friends. Our conversation delves into the challenges of defining and practicing polyamory, including the importance of clear communication, understanding personal values, and setting boundaries. We highlight the need for self-awareness and the rejection of societal norms that limit relationship choices while emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself and the potential for fulfillment in multiple relationships.

AI was used to create this summary because I didn't want to risk listening to this episode and shying away from posting it. It's challenging to change with an audience, and I aim to change no matter what. xoxo, Elizabeth Dawn

I don't know if I shared this in previous episodes, but I have been working with Poetry Lounge Press to publish my first poetry chapbook. In this episode, I have the proof in hand and am driving myself to the woods to read it aloud for a first look. It's real! It's happeningggggggggg!

The edits are now in full swing.

The expected release date of I Left a Stranger: A Coming Out & Into Estrangement is September 30, 2024.

More to follow!

I let AI write the summary:

"The conversation revolves around the challenges of navigating life's complexities through binary thinking, the importance of finding joy in the gray area, and the need to recognize and challenge limiting beliefs to move forward."

My brain takes Quincy's concept of Black & White thinking, and the fear of the Gray Area, and connects it to my experience in estrangement. We also find ourselves discussing our beliefs around money and "free". Per usual, it's an exploratory journey and we take turns guiding the flow.

Quincy discusses his meditation practice using The Way app. Recently, my energy appeared in one of his meditations and he poses some questions to me about performing Memoirtistry on a stage.

Questions:

These questions took me on a journey of my healing, and I'm grateful. Quincy has a way of easing me through difficult thoughts. I hope you enjoy the journey he and I go on during this conversation, and find something for yourself to investigate.

xoxo, Elizabeth Dawn

Resources:

The Art & Science of Performance Training with Frankie Mulinix of The Vibrance Centre in Atlanta, GA

Quincy Schmidt is a Certified Coach, offering personalized, mental health and relationship coaching sessions. Schedule a Free Session

Our inside joke of me not wearing any pants is the title of my second memoir which I am currently writing and editing.