Keep Showing Up This Summer: Rest, Recovery & Joy

Summer is finally here, and after returning home to Los Angeles from a work trip, there's nothing that fills my cup more than walking my dog, Zoe, soaking up the sunshine, and feeling that creative energy come alive again. In this episode, I'm sharing why this season reminds me to keep showing up for myself but showing up doesn't always mean doing more. Sometimes it means resting, recovering, and honoring what your mind and body truly need. As a former college athlete and a Human Design Projector, I've learned that protecting my energy is what allows me to perform at my highest level, which is why I now limit my commercial acting and modeling auditions to just one focused hour a day instead of burning myself out. I also speak to the women, especially the mothers, who carry guilt for taking time for themselves, reminding you that asking for help, spending time in nature, and creating quiet moments isn't selfish; it's essential. We also talk about grief, resilience, why endings often become beautiful new beginnings, and how joy and play are some of the most healing things we can give ourselves. If this episode speaks to you, I'd love to hear from you send me a DM on Instagram. And as always, thank you for supporting the show and our sponsor, Tress Hats.

00:00 Summer Solstice Vibes

01:27 Why Showing Up Matters

02:49 Rest Is Part of Work

05:16 Support Yourself and Others

08:33 Dreams Never Expire

11:47 Forgive Yourself in Hard Seasons

14:03 Endings and New Beginnings

15:23 Play and Joy Frequency

17:50 Rest When You’re Unsure

18:28 Weekly Check Ins and Community

19:16 Tress Hats