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Did you forget how to play? Today we (Julie + transformational coach/author Susan Hensley) crack open joyful creativity for busy grown-ups—no “talent” or fancy supplies required. Learn the 3-minute, two-crayon reset to unstick your day, process big feelings, and reconnect with your inner child—then ride that creative spark into real-life courage, clarity, and flow. 🌞

What you’ll learn

• A zero-pressure art ritual (3 minutes, 2 crayons) to get out of your head and into your heart
• Why “Dare to be bad” flips perfectionism into freedom
• Using art journaling to move emotions through (rage-crayons welcome!)
• Tiny swaps to replace doom-scrolling with presence + play
• Gentle ways to save meaningful scraps (cards, fabric) inside your journal for soul-anchored memory keeping
• How short daily play boosts resilience, decision-making, and joy

About our guest

Susan Hensley—transformational coach, creative guide, TEDx speaker (“Dare to Be Bad”), and author of Art for Your Sanity—helps people navigate life transitions with heart, curiosity, and simple creative practices. Visit: susan-hensley.com (free starter PDF). Book available wherever you buy books.

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Relationship expert warrior for love, Jonathon Aslay, shares insights, secrets and tips for zoning in on the perfect partner, and the ability to be radically authentic as a sexy, soul mate attracter. We have a blast discussing not only dating but exploring how to fortify relationships of all kind through compassionate communication. This one's a game-changer.

• Curiosity + Intentionality are the doorways to secure connection.
• Attachment spotting: ask about past relationships; listen for ownership.
• NVC in 3 steps: what happened → how I feel/need → are you willing…?
• Appreciation daily: aim for ~80% positive acknowledgments—tiny, specific, frequent.
• Micro-rituals: 20–120 second hugs, “I see you when…,” bedtime check-ins, weekly “state of us.”
• Friendship first: prioritize liking each other—rabbit-hole chats, shared curiosity, play.
• Requests from love: trade criticism for clear, kind asks.
• Grief alchemized: asking “What would love do?” creates meaning and gentleness.

Try this tonight

• “When you did ___, I felt ___ because I need ___. Are you willing to ___?”
• Give three appreciations (specific!) before bed.
• 30-second hug, slow breathing, no words.
• Schedule a weekly connection date (phones away): one curiosity question each.

Guest

• Jonathon Aslay — Relationship coach; host of What Would Love Do?; author of What the Heck Is Self-Love, Anyway?

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In this heart-forward episode, Julie sits down with author and “rebel hugger” Melinda Lee Schmitt to explore the healing power of hugs, courageous boundaries, and how to follow your inner rebel—that calm, authentic voice inside that guides you toward truth. We talk about practicing 20-second hugs, reading energy and consent, loving ourselves first, and the surprising path that led Melinda to serve as a church “vibe keeper.” If you’ve been craving deeper connection without abandoning your own needs, this one’s for you. 💗

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