Eps. 15 - From Passion to Obsession to ANXIETY!!!! aka My journey with Zero Waste.

In this month’s solo episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I talk about how learning about something new (an important cause in this case!) can quickly turn into a passion… or if you’re really lucky, can quickly turn into a reason you beat yourself up.

I discuss the Zero Waste Movement and easy ways for all of us to eliminate trash. 

My favorite straw!
My favorite silverware set!

Also HERE is my full list of my FAVORITE waste-free products!

So cool story, this is one of the VERY FIRST episodes of the podcast I recorded when I was pregnant. I actually came up with the idea of this episode while at a networking event in St. Pete while being surrounded by plastic cups and pre-wrapped granola bars.

In all honesty though, since I became a Mom, this has been WAY harder. WAY WAY harder. Mom Brain is a real thing, and I often can’t even remember to wear shoes when I leave, let alone remember all my reusable items, but I’m trying my best. :)

Mentionables:
- Sad Sea Turtle with Straw in Nose - graphic.
- Give Yourself a BREAK!
- I didn’t know about her back when I recorded this episode but I love that she explores way to reduce waste without making us feel bad about it. :)

 
 PS: The link above with the product recommendations are Amazon affiliate links.

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 14 - April Heather talks about how migraines started her art journey + how friendships helped her along the way.

Today’s inspiring episode is with Heather Davulcu aka April Heather Art. We covered so many topics, from Friendship to Illness, and how art helped her cope with her pain she was feeling. We also chatted about how one bridesmaid card changed the course of her art career.

Friendship was a big full circle of topic in this episode. We talked about learning how not only to make friends as a adolescent, but as an adult as well. I literally cried while editing this. I’m so inspired by Heather (and Alyssa from episode 3)’s bravery - they both got bulled and then both joined tons of groups to make friends, even though joining things and meeting new people is scary!

PS: You can tell when I recorded this, it was almost Mother’s Day! Ha! But her women marching artwork is so amazing and still available!!

A few fun Topics: 
-   How completely debilitating migraines can be.
-   How painting through the pain of them led to a business venture.
-   How creating a Bridesmaid card line changed her art path.
- “The daily of practice of something makes it look like you know what you're doing. you can’t NOT get better.”

Mentionables:
- The Big Green.
- The Artist’s Way
- The Dot - by Peter Reynolds.
 
 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 13 - Let's chat about HSP! (aka Hyper Sensitivity!) It's a real thing!!

In this solo PEP TALK! I encourage you to EMBRACE your sensitivity, yo! I'll talk about Hyper Sensitivity also known as HSP. Growing up feeling like a weakling, I didn't even know HSP was a personality trait until I was much older. But alas, IT IS A THING! A real, personality thing, and it's MORE than okay if you have it! Being sensitive can make things harder, but it's also what makes us amazingly loving folks too!

Notables: 
-  Anthon St. Maarten, Divine Living: The Essential Guide To Your True Destiny
-  Are you a HSP?? Find out here!
-  An Amazing article about the hardship of transitions. 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 12 - Jessie Olsen talks following her dreams & beating an eating disorder!

* Content Warning: Discussions of eating disorders.

* Content Warning: Discussions of eating disorders.

In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, Jessie and I talk about everything from unicorns to following your dreams, and oddly enough, bond over our recoveries of our eating disorders.  

In this talk we discover how someone with a hardcore eating disorder can simultaneously have a business around dessert recipe development. 
 

A few fun Topics: 
-  Believing in Miracles. 
-  Creating the perfect job based on all of your favorite things.
-  How Jessie managed a business ALL about baking WHILE struggling with an eating          disorder.

You can Find Jessie here:
Website I Instagram I

Now I will say... since I've talked to Jessie, she has changed directions in her business, but stay tuned on her website and Instagram to keep up to date with what she has up her delicious sleeve next!! :) 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 11 - Let's talk Social Anxiety.

In this month's solo episode of Rainy Day Diaries I share about how hard dealing with social anxiety can be! I also share that sometimes our anxious brains scare us MORE than necessary, and how the turnout of an outing could actually be better than we expected! 

Aside from always being pregnant in all these episodes, (which is a dead giveaway) this is the first episode that you'll 100% realize it was taped SOOOOOOO many months ago! lol 

Mentionables:

-  What is social anxiety. 
 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 10 - Vanessa Newton talks about how Dyslexia (among other things) did NOT hold her down in pursuit of inspiring children around the world.

Vanessa Newton is a BEACON OF LIGHT. She's a magical unicorn, an incredible storyteller, and quite honestly, she has the most infectious laugh ever!

She's illustrated of over 20 picture books, a handful of those she has authored as well. Her many styles of illustration are not only joyful, but captivating. 

When I first found out about Vanessa's work, I was babysitting a cute little munchkin.  When it was bedtime, I read her the most beautiful book, One Love. The collaged illustrations of this book were so gorgeous, I snuck the book out of the room once I put her to bed to look at all the pictures again.  It's an honor to now call the illustrator of this book, my friend. 

In addition to how Dyslexia (among other things) did NOT hold her down in pursuit of inspiring children around the world, a few fun Topics we discuss are: 

- Her interesting journey to illustrator-hood.
- How she overcame her nay-sayers.
- How music can change and uplift even the 

You can Find Vanessa here:
Website I Instagram I Facebook

Mentionables:

- The Snowy Day
- Matilda "When I Grow Up". 
- Prince

Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 9 - Self Care is NOT Selfish.

Welcome to another episode of Rainy Day Diaries! In this month’s solo episode I share 10 (hopefully practical + helpful!) ways to help love on yourself! Most of these self care tips don’t cost a thing, and will hopefully make you delightfully happier - at least for a little while. ;)

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 8 - Juliet Meeks talks about how therapy has helped her in her life + and in her artwork!

In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries I interview Juliet Meeks. Juliet is the owner of Juliet Meeks Design, a surface design studio in her hometown of New Orleans. She’s inspired by creating with my hands, vintage textiles, and the organic shapes of nature. You'll find her most days in my studio, which she shares with her husband Michael, who runs his own music production studio, and their dog Roxy.

A few fun Topics: 
-   How counseling helped her in her daily life.
-   How 100 day projects can bring SO much goodness! 
-   Learning to be in the present and find joy in the everyday.

You can Find Juliet here:
Website I Instagram I Facebook

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 7 - (7) things I WISH I knew about Depression and Anxiety!

In this month's solo episode of Rainy Day Diaries I give you a list of SEVEN things I *wish* we all knew about depression and anxiety.  My hope is that in this short episode you realize how amazing you are - mental illness or not! That you're not alone and that good things can happen when you have crappy days. :)

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 6 - Lauren Lowen talks about growing as an artist and the hardships of motherhood.

* Content Warning: Discussions of infertility and miscarriage. <3

* Content Warning: Discussions of infertility and miscarriage. <3

Welcome to another episode of Rainy Day Diaries! This week I talk with talented illustrator (and almost new mom!) Lauren Lowen. We talk about the hardships of going from high school to college, and Lauren BRAVELY shares about the hardships of miscarriage.  (and how to get back up after going through these hard challenges.)

In this episode we talk about Lauren encourages her students at the university she teaches. Lauren is an INCREDIBLE teacher as well as a fantastically quirky illustrator.

Goodness, I wish she was MY teacher! Her students are very lucky kids indeed.

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You can Find Lauren here:
Website I Instagram
 

Also, check out Lauren’s new book on Motherhood!

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 5 - Why is Mental Illness SUCH a Taboo?!?!

One of the things about Mental Illness I don't understand... like AT ALL, is why it's such a taboo topic. Why can others see the need to seek help for other illnesses but NOT related to mental illness? It just makes no sense at all.

In this month's solo episode, I go into details about why it's potentially considered taboo and how we can hopefully change that! 

Mentionables:

- 42.5 MILLION people, that’s 1 in 5 people. - Newsweek Article.

- It's time to change this!! Olivia's take on the taboo-ness.

 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 4 - Alyssa Hopkins talks about Bullying & Community Outreach.

* Content Warning: Discussions of depression & suicidal thoughts.

* Content Warning: Discussions of depression & and suicidal thoughts.

For the 2nd interview on Rainy Day Diaries, I chat with my friend Alyssa Hopkins from "The Lovely Lyss". Alyssa is a Graphic Designer and Photographer but even more importantly, Alyssa has a heart to help people like non other. On this episode we cover everything from bullying to suicidal thoughts, to how mission work changed her life. 

A few fun Topics: 
-   How God/The Universe changed her perspective on Life.
-   Bullying & Mental Wellness. 
-   Community Outreach.

You can Find Alyssa here:
Website I Instagram I Facebook

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 3 - Let's be IMPERFECT! Together.

From kids to grown ups, we all seem to suffer with perfectionisms. And it makes my heart so sad. We really need to stop striving for something unobtainable… because perfection doesn’t really exist!! And here’s why… :) 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 2 - Candice Castillo talks about authenticity & rejection.

I am OVER THE MOON that the very first guest on my new podcast, Rainy Day Diaries is Candice from HEart by CC. Candice and I met on Instagram a few years ago and fell in LOVE with each other's work. In the episode we'll chat about our hearts to encourage others, authenticity and the real life ups and downs of teenager-hood and growing a business. 

She has a recognizable brand of paper & stationary goods, print illustrations, original art pieces on wood and 3 D art. You can catch a glimpse of her everyday life and work on Instagram @heart_by_cc or her website.

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A few fun Topics: 
-  Following our Passions
-  Perseverance. 
-  Rejection
 

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You can find Candice and her uplifting art:

Website
Instagram

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.

Eps. 1 - Introduction & Interview with me, Jenipher Lyn!

Ahhh Y'all! Today is THE DAY! Rainy Day Diaries, my new podcast is LIVE! I am SO freaked excited to share it you, and truth be told, VERY nervous too! lol

In this VERY FIRST episode of Rainy Day Diaries, (yay!!) I vulnerably answer all the questions I’ll be asking my future guests. Come sit with me and learn the reasons I’m starting this podcast, and the good I hope it will do in the world! <3

A few fun Topics: 
-   Awkwardly hard Teen Years
-   Mental Wellness
-   Pregnancy :) 

Mentionables:
- "When Nothing Else Matters Anymore" by Bev Cobain.
 

Ahhhhh, so please go ahead and subscribe in Itunes, and if you write a review, you have a chance to win a FAB goody bag giveaway!!! YAY!!!
 

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Website: www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast

Music: Cute uke tune by Scott Homes.