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“You cannot wait to be motivated to create.”Most couples kill their creative momentum by trying to do everything alone, and then there's Taylor Joy Stevens and Cobain Rivers. These founders, parents, and creative souls reveal the secret sauce behind blending business, family, mental health, and a whole lotta love without losing your mind or your flow. From turning coffee into a creative catalyst to navigating neurodivergence and shifting from "hustle hard" to "heal hard," this episode is packed with raw honesty and surprising insights. You'll discover how a simple mindset shift helped Cobain free himself from fighting his brain, why belief in yourself is the ultimate creative fuel, and how real communication (yes, therapy too) can save your relationship and your sanity. .We break down how they juggle parenthood with entrepreneurial chaos, turn creative struggles into self-care rituals, and use everyday words like “neurodivergency” and “perfectionism” to unlock real progress. This episode really hits for creatives, parents, and anyone tired of the “all or nothing” mindset. In the end, this duo proves love, creativity, and business can (and should) coexist beautifully.

Most people would throw in the towel when diagnosed with terminal cancer, but Mellissa? She fights like a pro, breaking every rule and redefining what it means to truly live. Faced with a stage four diagnosis, she turned her fears into furious action, spending her savings, challenging the system, and leaning on her fierce support squad to keep pushing forward. In this unapologetically real conversation, Mellissa spills her journey from escaping childhood trauma to battling aggressive cancer during a global pandemic. We break down her unconventional approach to treatment, the importance of surrounding yourself with warriors rather than bystanders, and why her relentless optimism is a game-changer. Her story is a blueprint for anyone facing dire diagnoses, offering a perspective that’s both inspiring and refreshingly human. She is a cancer warrior, entrepreneur, and advocate who believes in fighting with everything you’ve got and never, ever losing your sense of humor. Her story shows that living your best possible life doesn’t mean avoiding death, it means embracing it with grace, grit, and a little bit of wild.

It's the sequel you've been asking for! Dr. Joli Hamilton and I once again delve into the complexities of non-monogamy, exploring terms like "nesting partner" and "anchor partner." This episode unpacks the nuances of relationship dynamics, communication, and the importance of understanding personal boundaries. Whether you're curious about open relationships or seeking to enhance your own, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice.

I'm back! I just turned 33, and this episode has me reflecting on the 32 things I learned at 33.

We've had a ton of mental health advocates, but now we sit down with Gina Romero, LICSW, LCSW. We're talking all things therapy related: including how the insurance process can work (or not work), and bringing change in Washington state. To check out Gina, visit her website at www.wanderingpinewellness.com IG: @wanderingpinewellness