STOPTIME: Live in the Moment.

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This short, restorative meditation guides listeners through a heart-centered practice designed to help them center themselves and shift their energy in under five minutes.

• Quality over quantity: even brief moments of focused breathing can be transformative
• Simple body relaxation techniques including softening shoulders, jaw, and forehead
• Heart-centered visualization with a warm, steady light that expands with each breath
• Gentle physical movements to transition back to daily activities
• Reminder that restoration doesn't require lengthy practice, just presence

Carry this sense of calm and restoration with you throughout the rest of your day. Namaste, my friends.

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We explore how assumptions quietly limit choice and co-create the outcomes we fear, then practice shifting to a beginner’s mindset that opens presence, clarity, and real options. A tap class story reveals how slowing down reframes mastery, and we share practical ways to apply fresh eyes to hard moments.

• the inner block of assumption and how it narrows perspective
• energetic choices of I can’t, I have to, and I should
• a meeting example that shows self-fulfilling patterns
• the beginner’s mindset as a practical alternative
• the tap dance breakdown that unlocked clarity
• simple tools to reset before routines and tough talks
• questions to imagine different outcomes and act with choice

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Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
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🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
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🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
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Struggling to access your creativity? Feeling disconnected from your inner voice? This chakra meditation offers a beautiful journey back to yourself through energy alignment and guided visualization.

We begin by settling into a comfortable position, allowing the breath to naturally deepen as we prepare to travel through each energy center. Starting at the root chakra, we visualize a strong red light grounding us to earth, establishing safety and belonging. This foundation serves as the bedrock for all creative work. Moving upward, we activate the sacral chakra's orange glow, the seat of creative flow and emotional expression, affirming our natural ability to create without resistance.

The journey continues through the golden yellow solar plexus, center of confidence and personal power, where we reclaim trust in ourselves and our creative decisions. We then open the heart's compassionate green light, the throat's expressive blue energy, and the third eye's intuitive indigo wisdom. Each chakra, when aligned, removes another barrier between you and your innate creative potential.

The meditation culminates in a powerful visualization of a light-filled doorway leading to your personal creative sanctuary—a space within that holds all your inspiration, wisdom, and artistic expression. Here, you can commune with your creative essence, ask questions, and receive guidance directly from your higher self. This sacred inner room remains accessible long after the meditation ends, a permanent resource you can return to whenever creative blocks arise.

Remember that your creativity never leaves you—it's always there, waiting for you to create space and alignment to access it. This 20-minute practice offers not just temporary relief but a sustainable pathway to your creative source. Return to it whenever you need to realign, reconnect, and rediscover the vast wellspring of imagination that lives within you.

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🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
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🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
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🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
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What if the imagination that fuels your worst-case scenarios could become your most reliable source of clarity, calm, and momentum? In this episode, Lisa shares a simple but powerful shift that turns reactivity into creativity—one letter, and one intentional choice, at a time.

You’ll learn why we default to reactive patterns, how those patterns drain energy and agency, and what it takes to reset your nervous system and reconnect with your values. Through a real client story and practical tools, Lisa breaks down how to pause, redirect your attention, and take action that aligns with what you want to create—not what you fear might happen.

You’ll discover:

• How imagination can work for you instead of against you
• Why reactivity hands your power to circumstances and other people
• A simple framework to move from “I can’t” or “I have to” into possibility
• A compact practice to reset your energy and choose your next best step

If you're ready to stop reacting and start creating, this episode offers a clear, memorable way to shift your mindset, your energy, and your outcomes.

If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated!

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🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
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💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
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This episode focuses on the art of letting go and creating emotional space through guided meditation. By exploring bodily awareness and using breathing techniques, we release tension and invite new possibilities into our lives.

• Exploring relaxation techniques and awareness of the body 
• Understanding where we hold tension emotionally and physically 
• Inviting softness and spaciousness into everyday life 
• Visualizing the process of letting go and releasing old stories 
• Setting intentions for what to welcome into our lives 
• Recognizing the power of mindfulness in changing lives 
• Encouraging the practice of returning to the meditation whenever needed

Support the show

🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
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📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/

💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
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In this heartfelt anniversary episode, I share a personal story that spans nearly four decades—from meeting my husband Philip as a teenager, to getting married aboard a tall ship on Lake Ontario, to the life we’ve created together as captains of our own ship.

Originally written on our 21st wedding anniversary, this reflection—titled Life By Us—looks back on our unique wedding day, the adventures we’ve embraced, and the symbols that continue to guide us: motion, journey, and the waxing and waning of the moon. From the music and milestones of the 1980s to last night’s moonlit lake, I explore how love, partnership, and creative living evolve over time.

If you’ve ever wondered how to build a relationship that thrives through change, or how to honor your shared history while looking forward to the next chapter, this episode is for you. It’s a story about choosing your own course, celebrating the phases of life, and embracing the adventures still ahead.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• The story of our one-of-a-kind tall ship wedding on Lake Ontario
• Why “Life By Us” became our personal mantra
• Reflections on the moon’s phases as a metaphor for love and growth
• A celebration of 36 years together and the adventures still to come

Whether you’re in a long-term relationship, just starting out, or simply love a good love story, this episode will inspire you to chart your own course and be the author of your own life.

If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated!

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🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
🔗 Visit Wide Open Stages https://www.wideopenstages.com

📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/

💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
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Krystal Joy Brown is a Broadway actor and multidisciplinary artist, and her life right now is a bold mix of performance, producing, directing, writing, and grad school work in creative coding and physical computing. We talk about why a creative career doesn’t have to be linear, how “figuring it out” can become paralysis, and what changes when you stop asking how it all connects and start letting the Venn diagram form on its own. Along the way, she shares the reality behind visible success: grief, depression, imposter syndrome, and the quiet discipline of doing the next right thing.

We also get real about neurodivergence. Krystal opens up about ADHD, an autism diagnosis, masking, overstimulation, and how radically honest relationships and safer spaces to fail can transform your mental health. We end with inner-child care, daily choices, and a reminder she hears from her younger self: don’t forget there’s also magic.

If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review. What part of yourself are you ready to stop hiding?

If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated!

Support the show

🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
🔗 Visit Wide Open Stages https://www.wideopenstages.com

📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/

💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
🔗 [Listen on Spotify]
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Embark on a journey of self-discovery and emotional healing that starts with the simplest act - breathing. This episode promises to guide you through mindful practices that help you connect with your body, and find peace within your being. We begin with the grounding sensation of the earth beneath us, its steady support a constant reminder of our place in this universe. Let your breath guide you, melting away the tensions and stress of the day as we focus on the present moment.

Stepping into the inner world, we illuminate the sensations and emotions we often overlook. From acknowledging the ceaseless efforts of your heart to expressing gratitude for the unwavering presence of your body, we delve into a deeper understanding of ourselves. Throughout the conversation, we validate our struggles, our joys, and everything that makes us uniquely human. Remember, no matter how turbulent life might seem, there's always solace to be found within yourself. As we conclude our discourse, we pause for a while, taking a few deep breaths, cultivating self-love, and gratitude. So, why wait? Give yourself the gift of five mindful minutes and join us on this soothing journey.

Support the show

🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
🔗 Visit Wide Open Stages https://www.wideopenstages.com

📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/

💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
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What if the path to inner peace isn't about fighting the noise in your mind but transforming it? This soul-nourishing meditation journey begins with powerful words—silence, peace, tranquility, calm—inviting you to notice the physical and emotional shifts they create within you.

We're hardwired to focus on noise. It pulls our attention from what matters toward what irritates or disturbs us. Through a guided inventory, you'll identify both external distractions (the neighbor's lawn mower, that friend who never stops talking, the constant social media chatter) and the more insidious internal noise—those repetitive, negative, fear-based thoughts circling in your mind, preventing you from hearing your authentic voice.

Rather than exhausting yourself trying to block these thoughts, discover the transformative practice of summoning their opposite. When your mind whispers "you're too quiet" in social settings, respond with "I am an excellent listener." When it insists "you aren't good enough," counter with "I am most effective when I take good care of myself." The beauty lies in this simple truth: we created the noise in our heads, and we have the power to transform it. While external circumstances often lie beyond our control, our internal landscape remains our domain. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, and remember—on the other side of noise is the peace you've been seeking all along.

What noise will you transform today? Share your experience or join our community of mindful listeners seeking greater clarity and calm.

If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your support is much appreciated!

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🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
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📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/

💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
🔗 [Listen on Spotify]
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What if you could transform your entire day just by starting with a few moments of mindfulness? Begin your mornings with an unshakeable sense of gratitude and positivity as we guide you through a soothing morning meditation. Join us as we ease into a state of peaceful wakefulness with deep, cleansing breaths, freeing your mind from the clutter of past and future concerns. Feel the energy flow through you as you place your hands on your stomach and visualize the sunrise, letting its warmth invigorate your entire being. Through a series of positive affirmations, we express our heartfelt gratitude for the new day, our bodies, and our minds, establishing a tone of thankfulness that will carry us through whatever lies ahead.

In the second part of our episode, we delve deeper into the power of gratitude for our daily experiences. We explore how embracing every moment, whether it brings joy or challenge, can serve as an opportunity for growth. By repeating affirmations like "I am grateful for everything that I will experience today," we cultivate a mindset of deep appreciation that remains with us throughout the day. Practical tips like stretching and finding your natural rhythm help you feel centered and energized, ready to face the day's high and low points with a calm and positive outlook. Carrying a sense of gratitude in every moment can truly transform your approach to the day, making it easier to navigate life's complexities with grace and positivity.

Support the show

🌟✨📚 **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** 📚✨🌟 
Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! 🌈👇 
🔗 Purchase Your Copy Here: https://a.co/d/2UlsmYC

🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** 
🔗 Visit Wide Open Stages https://www.wideopenstages.com

📸 **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** @wideopenstages https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/

💖 **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee] https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME

🎵 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** 
🔗 [Listen on Spotify]
https://open.spotify.com/artist/57A87Um5vok0uEtM8vWpKM?si=JOx7r1iVSbqAHezG4PjiPg