She Made It

Every other sentence we hear is about "these uncertain times," right? And as we begin the great shift back to a new normal, your future might be feeling more uncertain than ever. I'm right there with you, and on this episode, we're talking about finding power in times of transition, navigating uncertainty and embracing what I call "creative resilience." I'm sharing tangible ways that you can ground yourself when it all feels stressful and different, mindset practices to try when your thoughts start spiraling and how to tap into creative outlets—even if you're not feeling particularly creative.

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Want to start something new but find that being busy with setting up and preparing is taking up all of your time—and ultimately stalling you? Join me for another solo episode, where I'm sharing more on how we're handling quarantine here in the Zimmerman home, the two types of responses to the pandemic, and a new mindset for pushing past the stalling phase and into the starting phase. I'm also discussing a middle-ground between the two narratives of what we're "supposed" to be doing with our time while under stay-at-home orders. I hope this episode will encourage you and help you heal and step into creativity in new ways.

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What if, in the midst of uncertainty and crisis, you could walk through the door of possibility? I'm recording this episode right in the middle of the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic, in my closet, because Ohio is under a stay-at-home order. I invite you to join me in this conversation about fear, unexpected transition, grief, and hope through uncertainty. I celebrate and reflect on ONE whole year of She Made It, share strategies that have worked for my family to keep everyone sane under quarantine, offer some tips on how we are navigating the economic shifts as a small business, and how I'm choosing to see hope and possibility one breath and one moment at a time.

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What if the inspiration you've been looking for is right under your nose? That's exactly what happened to Kendra Kolb Butler, founder of Alpyn Beauty, who traded her bustling Manhattan life for a quieter, more laid back existence in Jackson Hole, Wyoming—or so she thought. Soon after she relocated, she realized that other women were experiencing the same problem she was, and she found the solution in her own backyard. Literally! We're talking about dealing with insecurity and setbacks, navigating starting a business while having young children and how to find inspiration where you least expect it.

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What if the inspiration you've been looking for is right under your nose? That's exactly what happened to Kendra Kolb Butler, founder of Alpyn Beauty, who traded her bustling Manhattan life for a quieter, more laid back existence in Jackson Hole, Wyoming—or so she thought. Soon after she relocated, she realized that other women were experiencing the same problem she was, and she found the solution in her own backyard. Literally! We're talking about dealing with insecurity and setbacks, navigating starting a business while having young children and how to find inspiration where you least expect it.

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Learn more about Alpyn Beauty: https://alpynbeauty.com/

Tired of sitting still? Need new ways to energize your soul? On today's episode, Lora Wilson, a dance/movement therapist from the American Dance Therapy Association is going to teach you how to tap into the power of your mind-body connection. She's sharing about her work and her personal journey along with tangible, practical ways that you can ground yourself in the present and reap the benefits of dance. This is a powerful way to supercharge your creativity and heal your spirit that you may not have thought of!

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What if the resistances and insecurities you're dealing with aren't coming from inside of you, but are actually coming from the outside world you're living in? On today's episode, you'll hear from ten women who are sharing their reflections on the F-word: Feminism. These women are the cast of Gloria: A Life, a play that's being produced by the Human Race Theatre Company in Dayton, Ohio, which I'm honored to be assistant-directing. Regardless of your experience with feminism, this conversation will bring to light the common path we walk as women—and remind us of the strong women who paved the way.

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You're passionate about it. You think about it every day, and the universe won't stop reminding you about it. You know it's time to trust yourself and take a step into starting a business that lines up with what you really care about—but it feels scary. Today's episode will help! In this LIVE interview with Melanie Cedargren, owner of The Spicy Olive, I'm asking her all about her journey to opening a wellness-based brick-and-mortar store, what we need to know about the health benefits of olive oil, and how to push past self-doubt.

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What if the thing you've been doing isn't working anymore? It's frustrating to feel stuck in your day-to-day, but you're not alone. Jennie Malone is a professional actress, photographer, singer and musician, and she's sharing how she found joy when she wasn't getting cast as an actress. You'll also get to hear how she battles nerves and how she discovered her creative passion in a season of stuckness. I love Jennie's honesty, and this episode is packed with encouragement for anyone feeling stagnant.

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Think of this episode as a pep-talk for your creative soul. I'm talking to spoken-word poet and therapist Jinahie about how to surrender to the process, the story of how she became an accidental artist, turning pain into power through art and what to do when you can't see your path. There's something in this episode for everyone—Jinahie has this visionary perspective on the power of a personal creative practice to heal us all, both individually and collectively.

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