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Shall We Write?

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"Shall We Write?" A return to handwritten letters. Writing a letter is one of the coziest, loveliest and most meaningful experiences you can offer yourself and others. Listen in each week as Meg Daly creates an enchanting space for correspondence. Each episode includes: • A reading of a literary, historic or simply beautiful letter • A mini meditation that guides you into a space for writing your own letter • A writing prompt to help you begin "Shall We Write?" was inspired by a collection of letters Meg calls "Letters to Clara," sent in 1918 to a young woman in Wisconsin by her family, her friends and soldiers stationed in France. Many of these letters will be shared in different episodes. There are no rules here. No expensive stationery, no perfect pen, no perfect writing space. Light a candle, make a cup of tea and give yourself the gift of time. You can also receive the "Shall We Write?" Sunday email. Sign up at lettersfromwildwood.com. Meg Daly is the creator of Letters From Wildwood, an enchanting monthly mail club of storybook letters, wax seals and woodland tales. She is also invited to lead her "A Return to Correspondence" workshops at historical societies, historic clubs and a variety of organizations.

Newest episodes

The Art Of Correspondence

13 min

What if the handwritten letter is about so much more than pen and paper? In this episode, we explore the quiet art of correspondence—not simply as a forgotten tradition, but as an invitation to slow down, pay attention, and reconnect with what matters most. In a world of instant messages and endless notifications, handwritten letters remind us that meaningful connection begins with presence. Join me as we reflect on the beauty of intentional communication and why reviving this gentle practice might just transform the way we relate to one another—and to ourselves. Whether you've always loved stationery and wax seals or you've simply been longing for a slower, more beautiful way to live, this conversation is an invitation to rediscover the timeless gift of correspondence. If this episode resonates with you, you'll find more reflections in The Elegant Evelyn Diaries on Substack, where we continue exploring the art of romanticizing everyday life, cultivating beauty, and unmuting the magic that already exists all around us. You can also find me on Intagram.

One Year Alcohol-Free: 5 Lessons from The Elegant Evelyn Experiment

20 min

What started as a playful experiment became a complete life transformation. In this episode, I reflect on one year of living as Elegant Evelyn and the five lessons that changed everything—from releasing alcohol and weight to cultivating peace, intuition, and a life I no longer felt the need to escape. If you've been longing for more beauty, more meaning, and more alignment, this conversation is for you.

A Meditation to Soften the Urge to Drink

4 min

In this gentle, grounding meditation, you are guided to soften the urge to drink and return to a place of calm, presence, and self-trust. Rather than resisting or fighting the craving, this practice helps you regulate your nervous system, reconnect with your body, and create space between the urge and your response. This is a moment to pause… to breathe… and to remember that you don't need to escape this feeling. With time, these small moments of returning become a new way of living—one rooted in calm, beauty, and a life you no longer need to escape.

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The Art Of Correspondence

13 min

What if the handwritten letter is about so much more than pen and paper? In this episode, we explore the quiet art of correspondence—not simply as a forgotten tradition, but as an invitation to slow down, pay attention, and reconnect with what matters most. In a world of instant messages and endless notifications, handwritten letters remind us that meaningful connection begins with presence. Join me as we reflect on the beauty of intentional communication and why reviving this gentle practice might just transform the way we relate to one another—and to ourselves. Whether you've always loved stationery and wax seals or you've simply been longing for a slower, more beautiful way to live, this conversation is an invitation to rediscover the timeless gift of correspondence. If this episode resonates with you, you'll find more reflections in The Elegant Evelyn Diaries on Substack, where we continue exploring the art of romanticizing everyday life, cultivating beauty, and unmuting the magic that already exists all around us. You can also find me on Intagram.

One Year Alcohol-Free: 5 Lessons from The Elegant Evelyn Experiment

20 min

What started as a playful experiment became a complete life transformation. In this episode, I reflect on one year of living as Elegant Evelyn and the five lessons that changed everything—from releasing alcohol and weight to cultivating peace, intuition, and a life I no longer felt the need to escape. If you've been longing for more beauty, more meaning, and more alignment, this conversation is for you.

A Meditation to Soften the Urge to Drink

4 min

In this gentle, grounding meditation, you are guided to soften the urge to drink and return to a place of calm, presence, and self-trust. Rather than resisting or fighting the craving, this practice helps you regulate your nervous system, reconnect with your body, and create space between the urge and your response. This is a moment to pause… to breathe… and to remember that you don't need to escape this feeling. With time, these small moments of returning become a new way of living—one rooted in calm, beauty, and a life you no longer need to escape.

Small Gestures, Beautiful Impact

11 min

In this episode, Meg shares the story of "Happy Grams"—small notes of appreciation given out for acts of kindness—and how one spontaneous message she sent recently created a ripple of connection and warmth. You'll be invited to turn your everyday thoughts into meaningful expressions and discover how one minute of intentional kindness can shift not only someone else's day… but your own.  

Meditation For Releasing Control

12 min

A gentle guided meditation to help you release control and return to your own energy. Journey into a mystical forest, meet your highest self, and discover what is yours to hold—and what is not—so you can come back to peace, love, and beauty.

Romanticizing Life Through Mysticism

26 min

What if the very thing your nervous system is craving… is not more control—but more freedom? In this episode, Meg explores the true definition of mysticism and how embracing a more enchanted, intentional way of living can gently regulate the nervous system. Through personal reflection and grounded insight, she shares how beauty, ritual, and connection to the unseen create a sense of safety in the body. Rather than something distant or esoteric, mysticism becomes a daily practice—found in candlelight, quiet mornings, forest walks, and the soft rhythms of a life lived with intention. This episode also includes a guided meditation to help you slow down, reconnect, and experience the calming rhythm of the enchanted forest. ✨ Subscribe and share with someone who is ready to feel more calm, grounded, and supported in their everyday life. Products referenced in episode Amber Lightbulbs

Fill Your Cup with Beauty

15 min

In this episode, Meg reflects on a beautiful quote by Ray Bradbury: "We are cups, constantly and quietly being filled." Every day something is filling us—what we watch, what we listen to, the conversations we have, and the habits we keep. When our cups are filled with gossip, negativity, or numbing habits, that is often what spills back out into the world. But when we begin filling our lives with beauty, presence, music, nature, and simple pleasures, something remarkable happens. The beauty within us begins to overflow. This episode is an invitation to be mindful of what fills your cup… and to fill it with so much beauty that what spills out into the world becomes beautiful too. Items referenced in this episode: Vegan Recipes From France Vintage Parisian Cafe Playlist  

5 Simple Ways To Create A More Beautiful Life

20 min

In this episode, Meg shares five beautiful life lessons she learned from watching Jane Austen films. From slow mornings and long walks to thoughtful conversation and simple rituals, these timeless habits can help you romanticize your life, create more beauty in your days, and build a life you no longer feel the need to escape.

A Guided Visualization for Deep Inner Peace

26 min

Step into the enchanted forest for a guided meditation inspired by The Four Agreements. In this episode, Meg shares a personal reflection before leading you down the moss-covered log and into the hidden world beneath the forest, where four fairies offer gentle wisdom on truth, freedom, clarity, and doing your best.

The Thank-You Note Debate: Are We Really Too Busy for Courtesy?

34 min

In today's episode, we're stepping into the lost art of thank-you's — and the Real Simple advice column that sparked quite the conversation. After a woman wrote in wondering why her nephew never acknowledged a generous monetary gift, the columnists told her not to take it personally… because "life is busy." But is life truly too busy for basic graciousness? Inside this episode, we explore: why being acknowledged matters more than we admit how modern culture has confused convenience with connection what etiquette actually is (hint: not rules — but relational beauty) simple, elegant ways to bring gratitude back into your daily life This isn't about rigid formality or perfection. It's about presence, refinement, and the tiny rituals that make life feel more lovely. And stay until the end for today's Little Gem: I read a cherished handwritten letter from a friend — a reminder of how meaningful real acknowledgment can be — plus a special teaser for my upcoming YouTube episode, where I'll show you the room in my home wallpapered entirely in thank-you cards. If you're craving a return to grace, connection, and everyday elegance, this episode is for you.

How To Romanticize Your Life

1 hr 15 min

What does it really mean to romanticize your life — beyond the aesthetic photos and curated moments online? In this episode, Meg Daly unpacks the quiet, transformative power of adding beauty, ritual, and intention to everyday moments. You'll learn how romanticizing your life can calm your nervous system, soften old habits (including the ones you've tried to change for years), and create a home and inner world that feel steady, lovely, and deeply supportive. We explore cozy corners, fresh-sheet mornings, handwritten courtesies, teatime rituals, intuitive moments, and the small choices that shift your energy from frantic to enchanted. Romantic living is not about perfection — it's about presence. And it changes everything.

Finding Your Magic In The Frequency Of Beauty

20 min

In this episode, Meg shares how embracing beauty, creativity, and intention can gently crowd out habits that drain your energy. Through her journey into alcohol-free living, Hygge and Coorie rituals, and "lovely little treasures," she reveals how The Beauty Way helps you find freedom, calm, and your own inner magic. What if the key to lasting transformation isn't restriction—but beauty? In this episode, Meg shares how bringing more beauty, creativity, and intention into your life can elegantly crowd out the patterns that drain you. She opens up about her own journey into alcohol-free living and how she found her path back to presence, creativity, and joy. You'll hear how cozy rituals, community, and daily acts of loveliness—what Meg calls her "lovely little treasures"—helped her replace habits that no longer served her with moments of calm, connection, and delight. From letter writing and wax seals to forest walks and quiet tea rituals, this conversation is a gentle reminder that when you live in the frequency of beauty, everything changes for the better. ✨ In this episode: • How alcohol-free living became a gateway to freedom and creativity • Why beauty and ritual are powerful tools for healing and transformation • The role of community, coaching, and creative practice in lasting change • The magic of Hygge, Coorie, and simple pleasures in daily life • How slowing down to create beauty reconnects you to your true self Mentioned in this Episode: Learn more about An Austen Affair: A Retreat into Beauty & Femininity https://megkdaly.com/an-austen-affair-retreat/ 📚 Books & Resources: • This Naked Mind by Annie Grace — https://thisnakedmind.com This Naked Mind Book by Annie Grace    

Releasing a Toxic Relationship: A Guided Cord-Cutting Meditation

11 min

In this soothing 10-minute guided meditation, Meg Daly gently leads you through a healing visualization to release the energetic cords of a toxic relationship. Settle into stillness as you journey into a sacred space of light and peace, where forgiveness replaces fear and your heart reclaims its freedom. Through imagery, breath, and intention, you'll learn to cut the cords of attachment with love — not resistance — and call your energy back home to your body, your spirit, and your calm. This meditation is perfect for anyone who's ready to let go of an unhealthy connection, release lingering emotional residue, and restore balance to the heart. Let this episode be your sacred pause — a reminder that closure doesn't always come from another person, but from within you. 🌿 What You'll Experience: A calming journey into a sacred inner landscape Guided visualization for energetic cord-cutting Heart-centered release and forgiveness Gentle affirmation of self-trust and freedom 💫 Listen When You're Feeling: Drained after interactions with someone Stuck in old emotional patterns Ready to move on from a painful relationship Called to reclaim your energy and peace 🌕 Suggested Setting: Find a quiet, comfortable space. Light a candle 🕯️, breathe deeply, and allow Meggie's voice to guide you inward. Headphones are recommended for the most immersive experience.   Subscribe to my new You Tube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/@meggie-daly

When Everything Feels Annoying: A Short Meditation to Find Patience and Presence Again

9 min

We all have days when moods feel heavy, frustrating, or out of balance. This 10-minute guided meditation is your reset button—a gentle way to clear the clouds and reconnect with the calm and clarity that is always within you. Find a quiet spot, press play, and allow yourself to soften, breathe, and remember: you are the sky, not the passing storm.   XO,   Meg

Stop Trying. Start Being. Lessons from Jane Bennet on Grace, Stillness, and Self-Possession

38 min

✨ What if peace isn't something to chase — but something to remember?  In this episode of Channeling Calm, we explore the shift from striving to stillness. Through reflections on control, over-efforting, and the energetic resistance that comes with trying too hard, we turn inward toward a softer, steadier way. Inspired by Jane Bennet of Pride and Prejudice, and gentle reminders from @diaryoflaurel and @sonnet_skin, we explore what it means to embody quiet confidence, graceful boundaries, and calm strength. The episode closes with a 15-minute guided meditation to help you release the need to try... and simply be. Love the beautiful music? It's Daughters Of The Earth Sister Of The Stars and you can download it soulstarsoundsanctuary.com   Until next time,   Meg

Guided Meditation: "Who Holds Your Time?"

17 min

Guided Meditation: "Who Holds Your Time?  In this heartfelt episode of Channeling Calm, I reflect on the sacred power of community and the importance of choosing relationships that truly nourish the soul. Inspired by a recent trip to Salem with dear soul sisters—whom I met at a retreat in Ireland—I share how meaningful connections are born from intentional spaces. This episode includes a gentle guided meditation to help you explore who and how you want to spend your time. Through visualization, you'll step into a soul circle and reflect on the people who support your growth, peace, and joy. I also share an invitation to the upcoming Sacred Samhain Retreat this October—a gathering for deep connection, ancestral wisdom, and inner transformation. ✨ Tune in, breathe deep, and remember: your time is sacred. Loving the music on this episode? I do as well! It's titled Diamond Dawn Ascension and you will find it here along with other ethereal songs:  https://www.soulstarsoundsanctuary.com/ Love, Meg

🎙️"Releasing What No Longer Serves: A Guided Visualization"

29 min

Release the habits, patterns, and stories that no longer serve your highest self. Whether it's alcohol or another coping mechanism that once offered comfort, this episode is an invitation to honor what was, while stepping toward what can be.   Through breath, presence, and sacred imagery, you'll be guided into a quiet inner temple where clarity is restored and compassion returns. This is not about force—it's about soft unraveling, tender witnessing, and remembering who you are beneath the noise.   ✨ In this episode, I also share inspiration from @garzchan, whose words and presence offer gentle guidance and resonance for those on the path of self-return.   ✨ Come home to calm. ✨ Come home to truth. ✨ Come home to you.   🕊️ Please listen in a quiet space where you can be fully present. 🌿 This is not a substitute for therapy but a ceremonial offering of support.

Jane Austen Meets The Mystical

20 min

In this episode, I share my personal journey of merging beauty and the mystical—where the elegance of Jane Austen's world meets the sacred rhythms of modern-day ceremony. From romantic rituals to soulful stillness, this is an exploration of living with intention, grace, and a touch of enchantment.   Love,   Meg

Channeling The Movie Of Your Future Life

21 min

In this episode, you are the director of your future life. With the assistance of a special guide, you utilize your imagination and creativity to watch, feel, hear, and craft the truest version of you. The most whole, beautiful and loved parts of you.  The song guiding us within this episode is Diamond Dawn Ascension by Soulstar Sound Sanctuary. To download the full track, you may find it here.  See you in my free community. XO Meg Read More   Enjoy, Meg

Channeling Calm

51 min

Today I share a guided journey that is the perfect escape to calm. If you are experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, or just want to rest this... is for you. I am in the midst of creating more episodes that combine stories and guided meditative journeys. If there is something you would like to channel into your life, reach out to me with desired topics. The song guiding us within this episode is Daughters of the Earth Sister of the Stars by Soulstar Sound Sanctuary. To download the full track, you may find it here.  See you in my free community. XO Meg

100 Days Of Hygge

16 min

Today things go a step further from the last episode on how Hygge can help you achieve more contentment. Feeling inspired after recording that episode, I have embarked on a 100 day challenge for myself where each day I bring in different principles of Hygge. As a recap here are the ten principles: Atmosphere Presence Pleasure Equality Gratitude Harmony Comfort Truce Togetherness Shelter I referenced a favorite book of mine, The Little Book Of Hygge and encourage you to read it! It's been an interesting two days and already I can feel that this way of living goes beyond cozy socks and tea. Join me this winter for this fun and beautiful experiment! Keep it sacred, Meg PS. If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. Music credit goes to https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fkevin-macleod%2Fmagic-forest/vZub/63_4AQ/AQ/ee5129bc-7c7f-4cd9-b9e2-14d81f14ba15/4/rQ55RP-vii

How Hygge Can Help You Feel More Contentment

26 min

In today's episode, I share the 10 principles of Hygge and how it can create more calm and contentment in your life.  I've incorporated the concept of Hygge into my daily life and it's been a delight to see how much beauty and love reside in the simple pleasures of life! Keep it sacred, Meg PS. If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. Music credit goes to https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fkevin-macleod%2Fmagic-forest/vZub/63_4AQ/AQ/ee5129bc-7c7f-4cd9-b9e2-14d81f14ba15/4/rQ55RP-vii

Finding Your Sacred Space

15 min

In today's episode, Meg talks more about Sacred Spaces and how they have the ability to heal emotional suffering as well and inspire personal growth. Meg PS. If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. Music credit goes to https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fkevin-macleod%2Fmagic-forest/vZub/63_4AQ/AQ/ee5129bc-7c7f-4cd9-b9e2-14d81f14ba15/4/rQ55RP-vii

The Suite Life At Home

15 min

Today's episode inspires you to take the best parts of hotel living and bring them into your living space. Creating a sensory journey within your environment lifts your spirits and creates a sanctuary within the walls you reside in.   A home's signature scent, vintage china, music and so on will create a sacredness to your space. Speaking of scents, here is the link for Sweet Grace which I reference in the episode.   Keep it sacred,   Meg PS. If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well.   Music credit goes to https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fkevin-macleod%2Fmagic-forest/vZub/63_4AQ/AQ/ee5129bc-7c7f-4cd9-b9e2-14d81f14ba15/4/rQ55RP-vii

Meditation For Rumination Relief

8 min

I created this meditation for you to help calm your nervous system during experiences that might trigger you.   It's amazing how our minds can take us on a wild ride sometimes. My hope is that this meditation can bring you back to center, ground you, and remind you of what is truly important.   Keep it sacred,   Meg PS. If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well.   Music credit goes to https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fkevin-macleod%2Fmagic-forest/vZub/63_4AQ/AQ/ee5129bc-7c7f-4cd9-b9e2-14d81f14ba15/4/rQ55RP-vii  

With Intention, Anything Can Become Sacred

22 min

In today's episode, Meg discusses the concept of Sacred Spaces. By tending to the homes you reside in (physical home, bodies, minds, and spirit) you are able to elevate your intuition and experience more contentment.  Join my free Sacred Spaces community  here.   If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well.   See you next week.   Love, Meg   Music credit goes to https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fkevin-macleod%2Fmagic-forest/vZub/63_4AQ/AQ/ee5129bc-7c7f-4cd9-b9e2-14d81f14ba15/4/rQ55RP-vii  

Who Do You Hold In Your Heart?

15 min

In today's episode, I share a comforting "a -ha" discovered during a conversation recently with a friend. For so long, I've grappled with the idea of "expectations are resentments waiting to happen" when it comes to friendships and relationships. How can we not have expectations? Yet whenever I've had expectations, it inevitably led to emotional suffering. Two questions I share today might be the answer to this dilemma! More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Bonus Episode: Calming Meditation

10 min

In today's bonus episode, I offer you a short meditation to ground yourself and help you move through the day with more peace. Feel free to use this in your morning rituals and share with friends who are in need of more calm. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

3 Choices That Will Transform Your Life

20 min

In today's episode, I share with you three things to detox from your life so you can experience freedom, peace, and clarity. If you are feeling in a rut, you are in the right place. If you know someone who is feeling stuck, please share this episode with them. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

3 Ideas For An Enchanted Life

20 min

Life is never a straight line. There are ups and downs, highs and lows. Moments when our light is shining bright and moments when we can't even see the flicker. In today's episode, I'm sharing with you three ideas that have helped me turn my light back on after going through a dark period. I hope you feel as inspired as I do when tapping into these gifts. Items Referenced In Today's Episode: Thibault "Aldith" Wallpaper "Light On" by Maggie Rogers    More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

The Beauty Of The Bubble Theory

20 min

In today's episode, I am sharing a methodology I use with my dog Duncan and how it can be used by all of us to live more fully. Are you ready to take a leap of love and start living life with an open heart? I hope you enjoy  More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

The Healing Magic Of Embodiment

27 min

Who do you want to be? I'm not talking your role or label in life... but who you at a deep level want to be. In today's episode I share how embodiment has helped me navigate some choppy waters the past several months. I hope it resonates with you 🙂 Products mentioned in episode: Ceder's Rose Distilled Non-Alcoholic Stolen Focus by Johann Hari More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Callie Cavanaugh: The Benefits of Dining In

1 hr 5 min

This is a very special episode for me because I had the pleasure of interviewing my cousin Callie! We reconnected on Instagram as I'm absolutely fascinated with her "Eat In Method" as well as her book, Dining In By Design. Callie is changing the way people think about cooking at home by working with individuals one on one as well as facilitating corporate group programs. Make sure you watch until the end because she shares a very personal story. Something a lot of people don't want to think about let alone talk about…but it is more prevalent than you can imagine. Callie's Bio: Callie Cavanaugh is a trained chef, interaction designer, author, and speaker. She is the founder of the private chef platform NonnaEats, where she brings people together with food through intimate dining experiences.   Callie's pursuit of food started at the age of five, when she put on cooking shows for her friends and family. Her pursuit was turned on its head when she encountered health issues until she brought her sense of design to discover The Eat In Method, a whole new approach to food.   She lives in Boulder, CO where she spends time exploring the great outdoors with friends.   Connect with Callie here: CallieCavanaugh.com Instagram YouTube Get Callie's free gift, "Free Eat In Method Class" here. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Guest Claire Comai and "Rehab Barbie"

36 min

I loved my conversation with the lovely Claire Comai! Her energy and passion makes her an inspiration to all generations. Be sure to check out the free gift she has for all of us at the link below... it's jewelry!   Claire's Bio: Claire's brand and designs are inspired by her own struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, which dominated her life until the age of 24. Now three years sober, she's channeled the energy and restlessness she felt during early sobriety into building Rehab Barbie. Claire's designs also pay homage to her incredible tribe–friends and family without whom she never could be where she is today.   She founded and launched Rehab Barbie this past year and the company features streetwear, jewelry, and accessories, inspired by her personal struggle with drug addiction and mental illness. The brand aims to change the conversation around these topics by celebrating recovery instead of stigmatizing disease.   Connect with Claire here:   Personal IG Rehab Barbie IG Rehabbarbie.com   Get Claire's free gift, a Happy Hour Bracelet here.   More ways for us to connect: If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

French Tips On Creating A Home

25 min

Today's episode is based on a fabulous book by Danielle Postel-Vinay called Home Sweet Maison: The French Art Of Making A Home. I don't think I've read a book this fast in quite some time! I take you through a few of the rooms in the home that she discusses in the book with recommendations from her on how to make it more elegant and inspiring. You can purchase her book here. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

How Meg Geisewite Broke Up With Gray Area Drinking

1 hr 1 min

Do you know what it's like when you meet someone and it's crazy how much you have in common?   That is exactly how it felt when Meg and I connected last year.   Everyone, I have to say her book is incredible! It feels as though you are sitting right there with her having a cup of tea.   So excited to share our discussion with you!   Meg's Bio:   Meg is an ordinary mom who found herself trapped in the mommy wine culture. She began her sober curious journey in November of 2019 where her love of science led her to discover the real truth about alcohol and its seductive lies. As a truth-teller, Meg is changing the narrative on the mommy wine culture, the hustle culture, and our pro-drinking culture. In Meg's debut book, Intoxicating Lies: One Woman's Journey to Freedom from Gray Area Drinking, Meg flips the script on the five most intoxicating lies we tell ourselves about alcohol.  Meg resides in Delaware with her husband and two teenage children. Her family has been her rock throughout her alcohol-free journey. You can often find Meg enjoying nature on the beautiful hiking and biking trails of Delaware. Connect with Meg here: Facebook Instagram Website Order Meg's book, "Intoxicating Lies: One Woman's Journey to Freedom from Gray Area Drinking" here. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Tenderly Moving Through Loss

21 min

In today's episode, I share the pain I've been experiencing with the loss of a dear loved one… and the coping mechanisms I chose on the journey. Have you been experiencing any kind of loss lately? If so, how do you deal with it? Perhaps it's through spiritual bypassing, overeating, diving into the drama, staying busy, or indulging in too much alcohol. I hope this episode inspires you to have the courage to meet and greet the pain and tenderly heal it with love and grace. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Author Rebecca Lipkin: Creating An Elegantly AF Life

53 min

How can I even express the excitement that was bubbling in my heart and mind before interviewing Rebecca? Not once… But twice! You'll have to listen for the total snafu that happened on my end the first time we recorded. Definitely a lesson of self-forgiveness on my part. This episode is one of my favorites because it didn't feel like an interview but felt like a zoom call with a really fun and fabulous girlfriend! Once you listen to the episode, you will see why I find Rebecca so inspiring. I was introduced to her on Instagram and simply fell in love with the chic way she lives, works, dresses, travels, etc… and especially how she makes alcohol-free living look so beautiful. Highlights of today's episode 1. Getting inspired by experimenting with delightful mocktails. 2. The magical way life looks and feels when going alcohol-free. 3. Why living AF allows you to taste the food, dream the dreams and wake up feeling fabulous. Books referenced: Unto This Last by Rebecca Lipkin The Unexpected Joy of Being Sober by Catherine Gray Rebecca's Bio: Rebecca is the author of Unto This Last - the first biographical novel dedicated to the Victorian art critic, social commentator and philanthropist, John Ruskin. Having developed a passion for Victorian art and literature from a young age, Rebecca first discovered John Ruskin through E.M. Forster's novel, A Room with a View, and later joined the Ruskin Society at the age of seventeen to learn more about Ruskin's work. Rebecca says, "Most accounts of John Ruskin's complex personal life focus on his brief marriage to Effie Gray, but his seventeen-year relationship with his young Irish student Rose La Touche was of much greater importance; theirs is captivating and tragic story of two people whose loving friendship transcended boundaries and conventions to the very end." London, 1858. Passionate, contradictory, and fiercely loyal to his friends, John Ruskin is an eccentric genius, famed across Britain...

Shelby John: A Sober Confident Woman

59 min

Hello and welcome to another episode! I had so much fun interviewing Shelby John for this week's podcast. If you struggle with confidence I think she will inspire you to gather up the courage to truly own your self-worth by stepping into wellness. SHELBY'S BIO​ Shelby is a licensed clinical social worker with a private practice where she specializes in trauma, addiction, and anxiety. With years of experience in the field, she founded Shelby John Coaching and is the happy host of the Confident Sober Women podcast. After getting sober she became a fresh, authentic voice in the sobriety space, showing women how to build confidence and love their lives beyond recovery. Shelby is the mother to three, the wife to one loving man, and has been sober since July 1, 2002. You can find out more about Shelby here: Facebook Instagram Shelbyjohncoaching.com Grab Shelby's Top 3 Things Sober Women Need To Build Confidence Beyond Recovery Here. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Drama Drain? Be The Bumblebee.

22 min

Today's episode was inspired by two dear friends in my life. They have helped me steer away from being that moth to the drama flame and more towards embracing my inner bumblebee! Don't forget to listen for the free giveaway! More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

5 Ways Tenderness Will Change Your Life

24 min

In today's episode, I explore five ways choosing tenderness has changed my life and the lives of my clients. It's interesting how easy it is to extend adoration and love towards others yet many of us find it difficult to shower that attention unto ourselves. I hope you enjoy today's message and as always I love having you here. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Nancy Levin On Healthy And Loving Boundaries

59 min

Once upon a time, I barely knew what boundaries were let alone activating them in my life. Things changed, however, once I began working with the talented Nancy Levin. In today's episode, she shares stories, strategies, and inspiration to begin releasing people pleasing and embracing your self-worth. Nancy's free gift: The Transformation Equation Nancy's book: The Art of Change Nancy's bio: Nancy Levin is a Master Coach, podcast host and bestselling author of several books. Formerly the Event Director at Hay House for over a decade, Nancy is the founder of Levin Life Coach Academy offering in-depth coaching, training and certification programs designed to support students to vividly live at center stage of their own life.    You can find more about Nancy here: Facebook Instagram Nancylevin.com More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. Enjoy!!! XO- Meg

10 Ways To Embody Your Inner Queen Or King

35 min

Today's episode was inspired by a dream I had about the Royal family coming to visit my home! So much came out of the dream as I journaled the next morning. Book Giveaway!! Snap a picture of my podcast, post it to social media, tag me in it … and you'll be entered into a drawing to win Matt Kahn's book, All For Love. !!! Download the free app, Insight Timer. Don't forget to follow me so you can join me for my Sunday workshops Books referenced… Life Makeover by Dominique Sachse All For Love by Matt Kahn Let Your Life Speak by Parker J. Palmer SBI Feedback Model: "SBI stands for: Situation: you outline the situation you're referring to, so that the context is clear and specific. Behavior: you discuss the precise behavior that you want to address. Impact: finally, you highlight the impact of the person's behavior on you, the team and the organization." More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

5-Minute Empathic Absorption Meditation

6 min

Do you find yourself people pleasing more than necessary? Are boundaries something you struggle with? Enjoy this five minute meditation to begin your day with the intention of grounding yourself into the knowing that you are enough. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Practical Magic & Why It Works

19 min

I've always been intrigued with magic, nature, rituals, and miracles. In this week's episode, I share a couple of synchronicities and beautiful moments that happened recently. They remind me of the immense power we all possess to bring about change and love in our world. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Guest Cheryl Brown Merriwether & Workplace Addiction

58 min

Alcohol infuses so much of our daily lives, including work events…. But that may be changing. I was so happy to speak with Cheryl Brown  Merriwether today about creating a work environment that supports sobriety. Cheryl's Bio: Cheryl Brown Merriwether, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, CPRC, CRSS, CM CoFounder, Vice President, Executive Director, International Center for Addiction & Recovery Education (ICARE) Cheryl Brown Merriwether brings over two decades of experience in corporate HR management at AT&T, addiction recovery awareness, and adult education to the International Center for Addiction and Recovery Education (ICARE). As VP and Executive Director, she oversees and directs the administration, operations, and student support services for ICARE's three divisions, Strategic Sobriety Workforce Solutions, International Association of Professional Recovery Coaches (IAPRC) and NET Institute. Additionally, Cheryl is the current two term President of GOSHRM, active Board Member of Project Opioid, and an adjunct faculty member at the University of Phoenix. Cheryl graduated from the Rally Social Enterprise Accelerator 2022 Winter program, which provides mentorship, 1:1 coaching and resources to social entrepreneurs seeking positive social change. She has been quoted in publications such as Fortune Magazine on issues around "Workplace Addiction." Most recently, SUCCESS Magazine named Cheryl a winner of their inaugural 2022 Women of Influence awards for her pioneering work in the field of addiction and recovery. Find Cheryl here: www.icare-aware.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherylbrownmerriwether/   More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Keeping Your Intentions Clean

12 min

In today's episode, I explore the concept of intentionality. We make choices every day. What to wear, what to eat, who to spend time with, to tell the truth or not, to stay in our business or others peoples, to spread love or to spread drama. My hope is this episode will inspire more presence, truth, and love in your life and mine. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

Guest Kezia Calvert Shares The Life-Changing Effects Of Sobriety

49 min

I am delighted to share today's conversation with Kezia Calvert. We discuss, among many things, the craving for belonging, living with intention, and how creativity soars when you let go of habits, such as alcohol, that pull you down. If you are in a rut and want to start making healthy choices for your life, she will inspire you not only with her story but the work she gives to this world.  Kezia's BIO: Kezia Calvert is a Canadian artist and entrepreneur, who now lives in the States. She is a sober mom and wife with a passion for writing. Kezia's sobriety journey led her to recognize a strong desire to cultivate safe spaces of belonging and self-discovery. She launched her own business, Kezia Calvert Creative, in 2022 where she offers writing workshops, mentoring, speaking engagements, and her own short-form writing (among other things). When she's not writing or teaching Kezia loves spending time with her husband and 7year-old daughter Harper, reading, being outside in nature, moving her body, cooking, and traveling. You can find out more about Kezia here: www.keziacalvertcreative.com Instagram Medium More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

The Enchanting Art Of Embodiment

24 min

Let's talk about embodiment. It's the tool to create the feelings you want to feel in your life. But what can block those feelings? It could be "empathic absorption" that's disrupting your vibes and creating roadblocks to feeling better. If you are ready to take the center stage of your own life rather than always appeasing and people-pleasing, I think you will enjoy this episode. More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

How To Focus With Grace

25 min

Today's episode was inspired by a heart to heart with loved ones recently. If you are a "deep feeler" you know how easy it is to veer off your path and into other people's needs at the expense of your own. Things like boundaries and awareness are great places to begin with stopping this pattern of spinning the wheels on your own life. Highlights What might be the "kickback" behind your people-pleasing tendencies. One simple strategy that can save you a whole lot of energy drain. Why it's essential to delight in how you spend your time.  More ways for us to connect: Join my FREE weekly workshops here.  If you liked today's episode, please share with someone you think would enjoy it as well. See you next week. Love, Meg

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