Wildly Intentional

In today’s episode of Wild Ways Week, we’re meeting the Wild Blend. Those beautiful, brave souls who don’t fit into just one box (and never should). If you’ve ever taken a quiz and thought, “Wait… I’m a little bit of all of these,” this episode is your permission slip to stop picking sides.

Wild Blends carry multitudes. One day they’re building bold ideas, the next they’re craving solitude in the woods. They’re the bridge-builders, the edge-walkers, the ones who hold space for paradox and make it look like art.

But being a Blend isn’t always easy. The world likes clarity. Labels. A clear lane. So Blends often wrestle with imposter syndrome, decision fatigue, and the pressure to choose just one path. This episode dives into that tension and what it means to own your inner mosaic with pride.

We’ll explore what drives Wild Blends, what they need to thrive, and how honoring your complexity can unlock your next brave move. Whether you’re a Wild Blend yourself or love someone who is, this one’s a heart-hitter.

1. Understanding the Wild Blend [00:11]
2. Real Stories from Wild Blends [03:03]
3. Challenges Faced by Wild Blends [03:55]
4. Transformation and Thriving as a Wild Blend [04:54]
5. Reflection and Next Steps [05:27]
6. Popular Episodes and Series Farewell [06:24]

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

What would it feel like to honor all the parts of you, without needing to simplify them for someone else?

Recommended Episodes:

1. [003] Bloodlines & Storylines: Lessons From Our Family Histories and Ancestral Wisdom
2. [002] The WOLFPACK Way: How We Created Family Values That Raise Resilient Kids
3. Bringing Back the 90s: Why Pizza + Presence Is Our Favorite Weekly Ritual

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week—a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

In today’s episode of Wild Ways Week, we’re meeting The Creative Builder: the dream weaver, the slow starter, the one with a hundred sticky notes and a heart full of vision. If you’ve ever felt like your ideas are too big for your current season, or like you’re constantly building in the margins, this one’s for you.

Creative Builders crave progress and purpose. They want to make something real, something that lasts. But before they thrive, they often wrestle with self-doubt, comparison, and the overwhelm of too many unfinished beginnings.

This episode speaks directly to the ones with paint on their hands, ideas in their Notes app, and a quiet fire that won’t quit. We’ll explore how Creative Builders move from idea to impact, what tends to slow them down and what happens when they finally trust their own pace.

1. Meet the Creative Builder [00:12]
2. Understanding the Creative Builder [01:49]
3. Challenges Faced by Creative Builders [03:16]
4. Transforming as a Creative Builder [04:18]
5. Reflection and Next Steps [04:51]

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

What’s the idea you can’t stop thinking about and what’s one small step toward it?

Recommended Episodes:

1. [004] How to Curate and Create a Legacy with Your Home Library: Stories that stick. Shelves that speak.
2. [006] Innovation in Real Life: How we Built QUEST, GUIDE & Rewired Our Lives with Aaron Proietti

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week: a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

In today’s episode of Wild Ways Week, we’re meeting The Rooted Seeker. The slow soul, the rhythm keeper, the one who longs for a grounded life that honors both depth and direction. If you’ve ever craved something quieter, deeper, or more meaningful in the midst of chaos, this one’s for you.

Rooted Seekers yearn for rhythms that feel like home—ones infused with ritual, intention, and real connection. But before they find them, they often wrestle with burnout, overgiving, and feeling like they’ve lost themselves in the swirl of everyone else’s needs.

This episode explores the ache behind the Rooted Seeker’s journey, the values they hold close, and what changes when they start trusting their inner compass again.

1. Understanding the Rooted Seeker [00:10]
2. Characteristics of Rooted Seekers [01:43]
3. Challenges Faced by Rooted Seekers [03:19]
4. Reflection and Next Steps [04:29]

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

What ancestral, seasonal, or sacred rhythm have you been longing to return to?

Recommended Episodes:

1. [011] Saying YES to a Slow Summer: Intentional Solstice Rituals and Seasonal Reset Ideas
2. [005] Land Healing & Hidden Stories: How One Families Tragedy Taught Me to Listen to the Land
3. And my Wildfire Roundtable series offers short, small sacred stories to connect you with those you love.

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week: a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

In today’s episode of Wild Ways Week, we’re meeting The Curious Unlearner. The question-asker, the quiet challenger, the one brave enough to say, “What if there’s another way?” If you’ve ever felt like the script you were handed doesn’t fit or if you’ve started rethinking everything, this one’s for you.

Curious Unlearners crave clarity and alignment. They’re peeling back layers of conditioning, reimagining what family, education, and purpose could really look like. But before they find peace, they often wrestle with doubt, identity shifts, and the fear of disappointing others.

This episode holds space for that in-between: the tender place where old beliefs fall away and something truer begins to take root. We’ll talk about what drives a Curious Unlearner, the courage it takes to let go, and what opens up when you finally trust your own questions.

1. Meet the Curious Unlearner [00:10]
2. The Journey of the Curious Unlearner [01:40]
3. Challenges and Desires [03:04]
4. Reflection and Next Steps [03:59]

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

What part of you has been questioning things quietly and is ready to be heard?

Recommended Episodes:

1. [008] Raising Kids Wild & Free in an RV: Redefining Success, School, and Family Freedom
2. [009] Herbs at Our Fingertips: Simple Ways to Start Healing Naturally at Home

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week: a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

In today’s episode of Wild Ways Week, we’re meeting The Restless Reformer. The system challenger, the truth-teller, the one who sees what’s broken and can’t look away. If you’ve ever been called intense, idealistic, or “too much” for questioning the way things are, this one’s for you.

Restless Reformers crave impact. They carry deep conviction, big vision, and a hunger to make things better: for their kids, their communities, and the world. But before they lead change, they often wrestle with resentment, burnout, and feeling like they’re carrying too much, alone.

This episode gets honest about the tension between passion and pressure, why the world needs Restless Reformers now more than ever and what shifts when they learn to lead from a place of presence, not just urgency.

1. Meet the Restless Reformer [00:10]
2. Understanding the Restless Reformer [01:40]
3. Challenges Faced by Restless Reformers [03:00]
4. Reflection and Next Steps [04:01]

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

What system, expectation, or script are you still running, even though you know it no longer fits?

Recommended Episodes:

1. [010] Why We Started Homesteading (And Why We Scaled It Back): The Story of Eureka Moon Farm
2. [007] The Village We Forgot: Grief, Gossip, and Showing Up When It Matters Most

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week: a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

In today’s episode of Wild Ways Week, we’re meeting The Maverick: the rebel heart, the rhythm breaker, the one who was never meant to follow the script. If you’ve ever been told you're “too much,” “too loud,” or just not the norm, this one’s for you.

Mavericks crave brave rhythms, real-life ones, not Pinterest-perfect ones. But before they create them, they often wrestle with pressure, perfectionism, and feeling like they have to tone it down to be taken seriously. This episode will speak right to that tension and what happens when a Maverick finally stops asking permission.

We’ll dig into what makes Mavericks tick, what they long for, what tends to get in the way and how they find freedom.

1. Meet the Maverick: Embracing Your Unique Path [00:12]
2. The Origin of the Maverick [01:26]
3. The Modern Maverick: Traits and Challenges [01:56]
4. Finding Rhythm and Balance [02:54]
5. Reflection and Next Steps [04:38]

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

Where in your life are you trying to hold it all together when you could ask for help, or let something go?

Recommended Episodes:

1. [Devoted and Doing] What D.A.D.s Wish You Knew: The Pressure, The Presence, The Purpose
2. [Makers of Magic] Honoring M.O.M.s Who Carry It All: The Mental Load, The Mess, The Magic
3. Wildfire Roundtable: When Your kids Call You Out (and They’re Right)

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week: a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

In this kickoff episode of Wild Ways Week, I’m inviting you into the story behind the Wild Way Quiz. What inspired it, why it matters, and how it might just change the way you see yourself. If you’ve ever felt like the “normal” path wasn’t made for you, you’re not alone. This is where we name what makes us different and start to see it as a strength.

You’ll meet the six Wild Ways: The Maverick, The Restless Reformer, The Curious Unlearner, The Rooted Seeker, The Creative Builder, and The Wild Blend. But this isn’t about putting you in a box, it’s about giving you a compass. A way to come home to yourself.

With real listener stories, honest reflections, and a little bit of rebellion, I’ll walk you through how this all came to life. And what it means for the way we live, parent, build, and begin again.

New here? Take the Wild Way Quiz at wildlyintentional.com/quiz to find your type. Then come back tomorrow as we dive into each one, day by day.

Because once you see your Wild Way? You start to move through the world differently.

1. 00:14 Behind the Scenes: The Birth of Wild Ways
2. 01:41 The Purpose of the Wild Way Quiz
3. 02:39 Welcome to Wildly Intentional
4. 03:35 The Meaning Behind Wildly Intentional
5. 05:28 The Wild Way Quiz: Origins and Intentions
6. 08:26 Understanding the Wild Way Types
7. 13:04 Real Stories from the Wild Way Quiz
8. 14:45 Reflection and Next Steps

Wildly Recommended:

1. Take the Wild Ways Quiz (if you haven't yet)

Reflection Question:

Which part of you already feels seen?

Recommended Episodes:

1. What it Means to Live Wildly Intentional [Trailer]: Start Here to Reclaim Your Rhythym, Rethink Legacy + Live on Purpose
2. [BONUS] Why I Almost Didn’t Launch This Podcast (but did it anyway)
3. [001] You’re Not Broken - The System Is: Unlearning The Life You Were Told You Want

🎧 This episode is part of Wild Ways Week: a 7-part series exploring the 6 types reshaping how we live, parent, and lead.

Connect with Mandy:

Stay connected and keep up with my latest updates, podcast episodes, and personal growth insights:

1. Instagram: Wildly Intentional
2. Facebook: Wildly Intentional Podcast
3. Find Your Wild Way: Take the Quiz
4. Visit wildlyintentional.com

If today’s episode stirred something real in you, pass it on. Send it to the friend who gets it: the one who’s walking their own brave, messy, beautiful path. We’re not meant to unlearn and rebuild alone.

I make this show at the edge of dawn and sometimes deep into the night, to speak truth Out Loud + On Purpose. If it resonates, you can support the show. Follow the show wherever you listen, and join us as we build a life that’s wildly intentional, even if it’s wildly imperfect.

The stories and ideas shared on Wildly Intentional are for inspiration and reflection, not medical or professional advice. I’m sharing my own experiences, not giving prescriptions. Always do what’s right for you and your family.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

Step into the longest day of the year with presence, not pressure. In this episode, we explore how to honor the Summer Solstice through intentional rituals, rooted rhythms, and gentle reflection. Reclaim the lost wisdom of seasonal living—and learn how slowing down can actually move you forward.

In this episode

• Personal Reflections on last Summer [03:03]
• Honoring the Solstice [05:25]
• Celebrating with Simple Rituals [07:13]
• Seasonal Projects and Sneak Peeks [08:45]

Why it matters:

In a world that pushes productivity, these old ways help us return to what truly matters.

Wildly Recommended:

• Go to your local library and sign up for the summer reading program.

Reflection Question:

What are you saying NO to this summer so you can say YES to what matters?

Resources + Links:

• Wildly Transformational Tools - Coming Soon!

If this episode lit a spark of remembrance in you, pass it on. Share it with a kindred spirit who’s also craving deeper roots and ancient rhythms. Let’s bring the lost wisdom back — together.

We were told that convenience was the goal—but what if it’s the trap? Today’s food system has made us dependent, disconnected, and overwhelmed. In this episode, we share how our family left behind the hustle, started homesteading, and reclaimed not just our food—but our rhythm, our values, and our voice. It’s not about going off-grid. It’s about choosing a life that actually fits.

In this episode:

• Our Homesteading Journey Begins [02:09]
• Scaling Up: From Backyard to Farm [03:30]
• The Historical Shift in Food Systems [05:37]
• Reclaiming Our Food Story [08:48]
• Naming the Farm: Eureka Moon [18:16]
• Vision and Values: Building a Legacy [20:45]
• The Egg Business Struggle [28:26]
• Scaling Down and Reclaiming Our Why [29:29]
• Shifting Perspectives on Sustainability [31:43]
• Lessons from Homesteading [36:18]
• Homeschooling and Real-Life Learning [43:20]
• Connection and Legacy [46:46]
• Wildly Recommended [48:59]

Why it matters:

Because this isn’t just about chickens or compost—it’s about reclaiming freedom in a world that profits off your dependence. When you start living differently, you realize: the systems weren’t built for your wholeness—and you don’t have to follow them.

Wildly Recommended:

• Books mentioned
• Getting Started With Chickens Guide [Coming Soon]

Reflection Questions:

• What’s one part of your life you’ve outsourced… that you’re ready to reclaim?
• What would your version of "less convenience, more connection" look like?

Resources + Links:

• McMurray Hatchery [Sponsor]
• Joel Salatin
• Justin Rhodes
• Roots & Refuge Farm

If this sparked a “why has no one said this before?” moment for you, send it to a fellow cycle-breaker. Share it with someone ready to stop playing by the old rules — and start writing their own.

As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases—at no extra cost to you.

I didn’t expect to be moved so deeply by the men I asked to share—but they showed up with honesty, grief, and grit. This episode holds their voices, their silence, and the quiet weight they carry every day. It’s for the dads—and for anyone who wants to understand them better.

In this episode:

• The Struggles and Sacrifices of Fatherhood [01:23]
• A Call for Understanding and Healing [04:01]
• The Emotional Weight Carried by Fathers [07:07]
• The Need for Recognition and Support [11:43]
• Redefining Fatherhood and Legacy [15:00]

Why it matters:

When we see and hear the fathers in our life more clearly, we start to heal what hasn’t been said for generations.

Reflection Question:

What role did your dad model for you? What role are you modeling now—for your partner, your kids, your own sense of self?

If you know a dad who needs to hear this, share it with him. Send the link. Text the episode. Tell him: "This made me think of you." Let him know: You’re not alone in trying. You’re not alone in hurting. And you don’t have to have it all figured out to be doing a great job. You are the D.A.D.=  Devoted and Doing your best. Happy Father’s Day.