29 NOV 2023 · Lucy Milligan Wahl created LMW Edits for her friends. She realized that she could keep up with her brilliant colleagues and classmates because she had a secret weapon: an organized home. She was so used to living with an organized environment that she could spend her time pursuing her career, passion projects, and friendships - instead of dealing with her space.She also realized that most professional organizing services are targeted at suburban families. Few providers seem to understand the specific needs of driven high achievers living in small urban spaces and trying to grow their careers and families. https://www.lmwedits.com/ In this episode we talk about: Removing Friction from Daily Tasks The Paradox of Choice - everything from kid's toys to clothes in your closet The female mental load and how she sees it play out in her client's homes Partner tasks and responsibilities - Lucy recommends this bookhttps://amzn.to/3uESjHF Why Instagram isn't real Loving the home you're in Delayed Gratification Happiness Now

13 NOV 2023 · Exploring the Beauty and Benefits of Biophilic Design Book Link: https://amzn.to/47vgMx1 Links: https://staceylapukinteriors.com/ www.staceylapukinteriors.com https://www.instagram.com/staceylapukinteriors/ In this episode, interior designer Stacey Lapuk and host Emily Beaven dive into the fascinating world of biophilic design. They discuss the concept of neuroaesthetics and how our brains react to natural elements. Stacey shares insights from scientific studies and her own experiences to explain how biophilic design can improve our well-being. From incorporating natural materials and organic fabrics to creating experiences of awe and refuge, they explore different ways to bring the beauty of nature into our homes and offices. Join this conversation to discover how biophilic design can create spaces that promote relaxation, creativity, and overall happiness. Show Notes: - Introduction to Stacey Lapuk and her expertise in interior design and biophilic design. - What is biophilic design and how it taps into neuroaesthetics. - Explanation of biophilic design: nature in the space, natural analogs, and nature of the space. - Examples of how biophilic design can regulate heart rate, lower blood pressure, and improve overall well-being. - Case study of a flat in Cole Valley transformed into a biophilic oasis. - Tips for incorporating nature into city living and combatting urban noise. - The importance of scent in creating a comforting, natural environment. - Balancing trends and personal style in home design. - The beauty of timeless design and creating spaces that reflect your personality. - Thoughts on different flooring options and prioritizing sustainability. - The connection between classical architecture and the concept of beauty. Join Stacey Lapuk and Emily Beavan as they explore the beauty, benefits, and timeless nature of biophilic design in this engaging podcast episode. Discover how to bring nature into your living spaces, create environments that promote relaxation and creativity, and design spaces that reflect your unique style and personality.

25 OCT 2023 · Emily Lynch is the owner of two retail stores in Duncans Mills and Sebastopol. Acorn offers a curated selection of items for the kitchen, home and family life. All items sold at Acorn align with store owner and interior designer Emily Lynch’s belief that adding beauty and calm to the everyday creates a more meaningful life overall. “Mighty oaks from little acorns grow” goes the saying that inspired her store’s name. In this episode, we talk about motherhood, simplicity parenting, how her dream of the store came to life and how she curated it over the years, the pressures of social media, and the impact of language. https://www.acornshop.co/

21 SEP 2023 · Trauma Recovery & Somatics Coach, Ali Kates, discusses her personal journey through grief, loss, and healing, how trauma gets stored in the body, and somatic experiencing techniques for releasing stuck emotions, along with small daily practices anyone can do to improve their mental health. We talk about avoiding the victim mentality, and finding empowerment through adversity. Highlights - Ali's story - losing multiple loved ones at a young age brought up childhood trauma she had suppressed [00:00:30] - The cumulative impact of "Big T" trauma and "little t" daily stressors [00:14:00] - How trauma gets stuck in the body when the nervous system can't complete the stress response cycle [00:18:30] - Somatic experiencing techniques for releasing trapped emotions and completing the loop [00:19:00] - Why talk therapy alone often isn't enough for trauma healing [00:24:30] - Three simple, approachable steps anyone can take for better mental health [00:36:30] - The importance of allowing yourself to feel anger and accessing it in a healthy way [00:45:30] - Avoiding victim mentality and reclaiming your power after trauma [00:43:00] - Ali's wisdom for finding meaning, resilience and growth from adversity [00:50:30] Links Connect with Ali: https://www.instagram.com/alikates.co https://www.tiktok.com/@alikates.co https://www.alliekates.co/ Gabor Mate: https://drgabormate.com/ Check out the Feelings Wheel on Ali's Instagram

28 AUG 2023 · Lindsay Warren is the Chief of Staff at People Data Labs. We talk about women in tech, imposter syndrome, listening to your gut, and doing things that scare you. We also talk about entitlement, tech failures, internships and Emily’s journey from culinary school to Real Estate.

14 AUG 2023 · The multi-faceted human, loneliness and burnout, learning for the sake of learning, what empathy feels like vs. compassion, and creating boundaries. https://www.movewithmairin.com/

2 AUG 2023 · Alli Goldstein is the President of Cinch PR. We talk about how she has built one of the top firms in San Francisco, the art of storytelling, operating during COVID, keeping employees happy, and current travel and food and beverage trends. https://www.cinchpr.com/

17 JUL 2023 · Co-owner of The Pad in San Francisco, Yoga and Leadership & Embodiment teacher, Nicole Cronin, shares how she recovered physically and emotionally from a tragic loss through yoga. She provides practical advice to connect with your body in minutes, and reminds us not to overthink meditation. https://thepadstudios.com/ http://www.nicolecroninyoga.com/ Books: https://<a%20target="_blank"%20href="https//www.amazon.com/Tibetan-Book-Dead-Complete-Translation/dp/B0B7CRK6XJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28XH822B4SB72&keywords=tibetan+book+of+the+dead&qid=1689619599&s=audible&sprefix=tibetan+book+of+the+dead%252Caudible%252C203&sr=1-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=emilyabeaven-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=1e12d445a70ee3604ff76c8ed817ea28&camp=1789&creative=9325">Tibetan%20Book%20of%20The%20Dead</a> https://<a%20target="_blank"%20href="https//www.amazon.com/Bhagavad-Easwarans-Classics-Indian-Spirituality/dp/158638130X/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1689619698&sr=1-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=emilyabeaven-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=651ce93745de543c77266c8cef00944f&camp=1789&creative=9325">Bhagavad%20Gita</a> https://<a%20target="_blank"%20href="https//www.amazon.com/The-Yoga-Sutras-of-Patanjali/dp/B0839PRMJ5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2AJTAH36TRUC1&keywords=yoga+sutras&qid=1689605544&s=audible&sprefix=yoga+sutras%252Caudible%252C212&sr=1-1&_encoding=UTF8&tag=emilyabeaven-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=f4a5dc7b3d7f1ca4a450ba5264a76cf5&camp=1789&creative=9325">Yoga%20Sutras</a>

30 JUN 2023 · Isn’t retail dead? April Frederick, launched the popular Petaluma-based, lifestyle store, Estuary, during the pandemic and while fighting breast cancer. Listen to how she did it - leaving the corporate world behind her to pursue her dream of owning a successful retail store. https://www.shopestuary.com/

21 JUN 2023 · Feeling stuck? So did Career Coach, Julie Houghton. Learn how she was able to forge a new path and get out of the corporate world and into a career she truly loves. We’ll talk about ‘3 Mindset Shifts’ to help you realize your dreams. Links https://www.juliehoughton.com Playing Big, by Tara Mohr