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Rainy Day Diaries

57 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 36 ratings

Hi! Welcome to Rainy Day Diaries, an imperfect podcast that will dive head first into how YOU can thrive in your creative life (and business) even if you struggle with mental wellness. As a long time struggler of anxiety and depression, I hope this podcast will help you realize you can still thrive in your life (some of the time lol) when you deal with these things on a daily basis. That you're not alone, and that falling down does NOT mean you won't get back up again!

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Transitions. And what's next for Rainy Day Diaries!

March 09, 2020 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.85 MB

Transitions suck, but they also help you grow and change, which is necessary for growth. (yay! adulting!) In this short and sweet episode why it's so necessary to go with the flow during transitions (once you're a parent) and what's next for Rainy Day Diaries! Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/55 for more details from the episode, & check out our Patreon Page -> www.patreon.com/rainydaydiaries for behind the scenes! 

Eps. 54 - Brad Montague, Kid President & why we should all be children at heart!

February 10, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MB

Brad Montague is on the podcast today!! Not only is Brad the super coolest, kindest fellow you'll ever meet, but he's a New York Times bestselling author, amazing illustrator and the CREATOR OF KID PRESIDENT!! (whaaaa!) Yep! Brad is the creator of ‘Kid President’, the popular web series featured on Rainn Wilson’s Soulpancake YouTube channel, and his work has garnered more than 700 million views!!! In this episode we talk about: His LOVE for disgusting gas station treats. (ew!) W...

Eps. 53 - Bipolar 1 & Inspiring Psychiatric Hospital Stays with Pepper Vintage.

January 20, 2020 12:00 - 58 minutes - 46.8 MB

TW: Talks of Deep Depression, Bipolar Disorder & psychiatric hospitals. Christine Saenz (aka: Pepper Vintage) is an artist and mental health advocate who's vulnerably open about her struggle with Bipolar 1. In this episode we talk about: - Postpartum depression. - Overcoming a deep deep depression - Why Christine doesn't take medication.  - Her potential suicide attempts.  - Her inspiring stay at a psychiatric hospital. - Painting as therapy. Christine is my second guest to ment...

Eps. 52 - Grace, Goals & Gratitude! Happy New Year!

January 06, 2020 15:30 - 16 minutes - 14.6 MB

It's a new year (Holy Crap!!) and that means you are most likely setting HUGE goals for the upcoming year! Or, you might be contemplating what you accomplished last year. Or, if you're like me, perhaps you're beating yourself up becuase you didn't "accomplish enough" last year. (This one sucks, by the way!)  In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I share a few ways to eliminate the stress of a new year, and encourage you to give yourself grace, goals & gratitude. Show notes for all ...

Eps. 51 - Non Wels - How to use empathy as a super power!

December 23, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MB

TW: Discussion about disordered eating and depression.  Non Wels is a writer, speaker and just all around motivational guy. He’s super open and honest about his past (and present) struggles, and is trying to change the world, one podcast episode & project at a time. We connected on Instagram after finding out we not only have similar missions in life, but similar podcasts! Since then, we’ve become friends, and I think he’s just awesome. Non has a kind heart, BIG dreams, and a pass...

Eps. 50 - Don't Forget to CELEBRATE Your WINS! (EPS 50! AHHH!)

December 09, 2019 12:00 - 21 minutes - 17.5 MB

HOLY CRAP! We made it to 50 on Rainy Day Diaries! CELEBRATE WITH ME! In this episode we talk about WHY it's so freaking hard to celebrate our wins, reflect back on the last 50 episodes and hear some ways we can learn how to celebrate our wins more! Thank you SO much for listening, sharing your thoughts and supporting Rainy Day Diaries. It means the WORLD to me!! Come say hello on Instagram! -> instagram.com/rainydaydiariespod Support the podcast -> patreon.com/rainydaydiaries

Eps. 49: - Lori Gottleb talks about the misconceptions of therapy & her new book, "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone".

November 25, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 23.3 MB

In this week's episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I am OVER THE MOON excited to have had the opportunity to interview Lori Gottlieb. Lori is a powerhouse. She is seriously BIG potatoes!! Lori is a psychotherapist, New York Times bestselling author, nationally recognized journalist, and weekly “Dear Therapist” columnist for The Atlantic. She's also an incredible storyteller - and is breaking down the stigma of mental wellness, one inspiring project at a time. We chatted about: - Lori's...

Eps. 48: What happens when your business idea "fails"?? Eep!

November 11, 2019 12:00 - 21 minutes - 18.1 MB

Failure is a scary word. But what if we stopped thinking of failure as a bad word, and started thinking about it as a transition to what's next in your future? In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries I share 4 (four) times I've "failed" in my business. With the last one being something really vulnerable I'm kind of scared to talk about. Eep! Tune in to hear about said failures, and how to grow past things, even when they don't go your way. And make sure to check out the show notes, a...

Eps. 47 - Kyle Sheele: How Public Speaking & Cardboard can CHANGE the world!

October 28, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MB

Kyle Scheele is an inspiring author, speaker, and cardboarder (trust me, it's interesting!) who has challenged tens of thousands of students across the nation to build a better world. In this episode we chat about: - Becoming a professional speaker. - Storytelling. - Organizing said stories. - Finding a Mentor. - Finding YOUR "right way" to learn. - The Art of Cardboarding. I also want to mention that Kyle really is incredible at just keeping the conversation going. He had a...

Eps. 47 - Kyle Scheele: How Public Speaking & Cardboard can CHANGE the world!

October 28, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 77.5 MB

Kyle Scheele is an inspiring author, speaker, and cardboarder (trust me, it's interesting!) who has challenged tens of thousands of students across the nation to build a better world. In this episode we chat about: - Becoming a professional speaker. - Storytelling. - Organizing said stories. - Finding a Mentor. - Finding YOUR "right way" to learn. - The Art of Cardboarding. I also want to mention that Kyle really is incredible at just keeping the conversation going. He had a...

Eps. 46 - Introverts UNITE! with author/illustrator, Katie Vaz.

October 21, 2019 11:00 - 42 minutes - 36.4 MB

In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries is Katie Vaz! She’s an encouraging illustrator, author and a graphic designer. She’s also a fellow Introvert! Introverts unite!!! (I think I should make that a pin!)  We discuss self care, the crazy ride we call artist life, and how change is FREAKING SCARY! There’s a lot of talk of adjusting to adulthood AND motherhood, dealing with anxiety, and lots of vulnerable sacredness. Lastly we discuss WHY taking a break is SO needed, how we shouldn’t ...

Eps: 45 - Emily Arrow Discusses Children's Books, Mindfulness + Productivity!

October 14, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MB

Music + Books = Perfection! In this episode of Rainy Day Dairies, I have Emily Arrow as my guest. She's an award winning musician, a productivity junkie, and a children's book author. But my favorite thing of all is that she writes songs all about children's books! Emily creates music and books for young people. With her ukulele named Bow in hand, Emily’s mindful approach fosters a love for the arts at home and in the classroom! In this episode we discuss our favorite planners, Pe...

Eps. 44 - Cereal Your Way to a Better Day!!

October 07, 2019 11:00 - 5 minutes - 5.17 MB

In this quick PEP TALK episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I share a breakfast time revelation!! This episode will hopefully inspire you to have a more relaxing & inspiring morning.  Head over the the show notes, to see a week of happiness! www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/44. And be sure to Say HELLO! -> www.instagram.com/rainydaydiaries pst...this episode is inspired by my friend, Mandy Ford! 

Eps. 43 - Lets Talk about Infertility!! (with Kristin Hinrichs!!)

September 30, 2019 11:00 - 46 minutes - 35.8 MB

On this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, we're talking about INFERTILITY! Infertility (like mental wellness) is one of those topics that seem taboo to talk about. So today we're here to change that!! My guest, Kristin Hinrichs and I are going to openly talk about her journey with infertility. And about all the different paths she’s taken on her journey towards becoming a mom.  12% of women (and men!) in the US are dealing with infertility right now, which means that  you most likely ...

Eps. 42 - Husband goes on podcast for Wedding Anniversary!

September 23, 2019 11:00 - 42 minutes - 34.9 MB

On this episode of Rainy Day Diaries I have my husband, Camilo aka "Boy" on the show to discuss our quirky love story & talk about effective communication skills! We also talk briefly about why he loves being a Dad & how long distance relationships are SUPER hard! Oh and cats. We talk about cats. I've been trying to get Camilo on the podcast for over a year now, and we thought our SIXTH wedding anniversary would be the perfect time! (That's a lie... HE thought this would be the per...

Eps. 41 - Mati Rose - Starting a painting career at 30, & how “Zoloft changed my brain waves!"

September 16, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB

This episode of Rainy Day Diaries is a JOY! I will be honest and say I had a few crappy work days, but decided to edit Mati's episode while I worked and INSTANTLY felt better. She's just delightful! We cover such an array of topics in this episode such as when it's a "right" time to take meds for your horrible anxiety, how she started a painting career in her 30's and now travels around the world to lead workshops! (someone PLEASE go to Morocco for me in November!) We also talk ab...

Eps. 40 - Pelicans helped me have a baby! aka: My Birth Story!

September 09, 2019 11:00 - 38 minutes - 30.7 MB

Fun Warning! I do talk about inducing labor and pregnancy in general. I also talk heavily about anxiety in this episode In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I share openly about my pregnancy and birth story. I share about my HOW BAD my anxiety was, how mean other mothers can be, and the most important part.... that there is NO “one” birth or pregnancy story, EVER!!! And that's okay. If yours doesn't look or feel like what you see in movies or television, that's okay!! We are all d...

Eps. 39 - Todd Parr. His UNIQUE way into Children's Lit, & how naivety is a blessing!

September 02, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

Todd Parr is an award-winning Children's Book Author (and illustrator!) He has authored more than 50 books for kids that have been translated into 15 languages! Four of which were published just this year! (which in book land, is just CRAZY PANTS unheard of!) Many of his books are about hard situations like losing a loved one, feeling different & why being unique is awesome. Which is obviously up my alley! I was super stoked to have Todd on the podcast. We talk about how he got st...

Eps. 38 - How to get the MOST out of a conference. (even when you're introverted!)

August 26, 2019 15:35 - 28 minutes - 23.7 MB

Last week on Rainy Day Diaries, I released an episode about how to STAND OUT at networking events inspired by my time at Podcast Movement. So it's appropriate that THIS week I'm super excited to release a LIVE episode from Podcast Movement (featuring Hayley Luckadoo!) about how to make the MOST out of a conference, even when you're an introvert! I hope you get SO much out of the episode, whether you're an introvert or an extrovert! Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/38 to read the sh...

Eps. 37 - 5 ways to Stand OUT at networking events!

August 20, 2019 13:56 - 14 minutes - 11.6 MB

Sometimes it's really hard (especially if you're an introvert!) to STAND OUT while going to networking events or conferences. In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I share FIVE ways how you can really make an impact on those around you while going to networking events. Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/37 to read the show notes and see more pictures from my time at Podcast Movement! (What inspired this episode!) Say Hello! - Instagram.com/jenipherlyn

Eps. 36 - Get out of that Box!!

August 12, 2019 02:21 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MB

It's so easy to feel STUCK inside the boxes (or labels) that were given to us at various times in life. Were you called the shy one? Or the academic one? The loud stubborn one? In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I discuss how it's so easy to put ourselves in a box and why we need to shed these labels! Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/36 to read the show notes + a story about the episode! Thanks so much for listening!! www.instagram.com/jenipherlyn - Say Hello!

Eps. 35 - Branden Harvey on making a genuine impact in the world, tiny dogs, & finding TRUE love on Twitter.

July 30, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 70.9 MB

In this episode of Rainy Day Diaires, we have storyteller & activist Branden Harvey from Good Good Good!! I am SO STOKED to share this episode with you!! It. Is. AWESOME. Branden and I discuss such a vast array of topics from how to make an impact in our worlds in our own unique way, to finding love on the internet. Falling in love with tiny dogs (Poptart is ON THE PODCAST!), and turning passion projects into a career. I felt SO empowered after our call, and I hope it makes you fe...

Eps. 34 - QUIKY PEP TALK! - Learn As You Go!

July 22, 2019 13:19 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MB

In this quicky pep talk episode of Rainy Day Diaries I wanted to comfort you if you're been hard on yourself for not learning things as quickly as you like, or you're not where you WANT to be in this world (yet!!) that you are NOT alone. <3 Will you also CELEBRATE WITH ME?!?! Rainy Day Diaries is typically a bi-weekly podcast, but this is my third week in a row I've had an episode release! Yay! This episode is sponsored by Book Magic! Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/bookmagic to learn...

Eps. 33 - Taylor Lee Discusses Bipolar Disorder & How Painting has Changed Her Life.

July 15, 2019 09:00 - 1 hour - 78.1 MB

I'm so excited to share today's episode with painter and mental wellness advocate, Taylor Lee! Taylor is an incredibly passionate painter who uses who's her mental illness as a catapult to grow not only her business but her outlook on life as well! She uses her bipolar disorder as an important component in her creative process. She sees the world through the ever twisting kaleidoscope of mania, experiencing extreme periods of high energy regularly as a result of bipolar disorder. ...

Eps. 32 - "365" things I've learned in 365 days of Mothering.

July 08, 2019 13:14 - 10 minutes - 9.26 MB

In this episode of Rainy Day Diaries, I have my co-host Oliver here to help me discuss 365 tips that I've learned over the last 365 days of being a Mama Bird... Just kidding! I share the top 10ish things I've learned since becoming a Mother. I hope this episode helps you whether you're a Mom (or Dad!) or not! It really talks about the IMPORTANCE of self care, which you know I think is SUPER needed! Head to Jenipherlyn.com/blog/32 to read the show notes! Or to Jenipherlyn.com to bu...

Eps. 31 - Guy Kopsumbut: From Passive Income to Finding Contentedness in Life. (& lots of laughs)

June 24, 2019 11:00 - 52 minutes - 44.6 MB

**Warning: We are FAST talkers! You might want to set your speed back a smidge. Sorry! <3 This episode is brought to you by friendship! Guy Kopsumbutt aka 4am Showers is an encouraging comic artist, & all around stellar guy! His goal in life is to make other people smile by creating adorable, uplifting comics. Rainy Day Diaries guest, Lauren Lowen (episode 6!) introduced me to Guy last year, and I couldn't be more excited to have him on the show! In this episode, Guy talks ab...

Eps. 30 - Sara Zorel talks about Anxiety, Bullying & her unique path to publishing! #youtube

June 03, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

Sara Zorel found me on Instagram and deemed herself a SUPER FAN, but now we’re just friend fans! lol Her kawaii inspired artwork is just too cute!! And her story is pretty awesome too! Sara is also my VERY first guest FROM THE FUTURE!!!! I interviewed her on a Friday (my time) but it was Saturday (her time!) Crazypants!! We talk about everything from dealing with #anxiety & #bullying, to how she got a book deal from her @youtube channel!! Eep! So cool! Head to www.jenipherlyn.com...

Eps. 29 - Podcasting on the CHEAP!

May 20, 2019 11:00 - 20 minutes - 16.8 MB

When I started my podcast journey, I was FOUR months pregnant. I had no idea if I was able to take on the challenge, and if I would be able to continue once my son was born. I didn't want to spend any money on podcasting if it wouldn't work out, so I didn't buy a microphone. I didn't sign up for a hosting site. I spent no money at all! Don't let the fear of expensive microphones and complicated websites stop you from starting a podcast! In episode 29 of Rainy Day Diaries, I share ...

Eps. 28 - Michelle Ward - Finding your DREAM career, bridge jobs, & why she hides a Crystal in her Bra !?!

May 13, 2019 11:00 - 58 minutes - 47.2 MB

I met Michelle Ward (aka: The “When I Grow Up Coach”) almost 10 years ago via her newsletter. It caught my eye while I was stopped at a stop light one day. (bad jen!) After that email I became a fan, and when I moved to NYC (where Michelle lived) I got the chance to work with her in person, and even visit one of her ukulele shows! This lady is an encouraging bag of talents. She’s a business coach, an actress, she plays uke, she writes her own songs, and is the mother is the spunki...

Eps. 27 - My Journey with Medication: Part I

April 29, 2019 11:00 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MB

In February of 2010, I had a complete breakdown at work, and ended up hiding under my desk. In this month’s Solo episode of Rainy Day Dairies I go more in depth about that expierence, talk about when and WHY I started taking medicine, and what makes me still continue to take medicine years later. I’ve been wanting to share an episode like this for quite some time, and after seeing a new (to me) hashtag called #ShowYourMeds, I thought it was time to share it, no matter how scary it ...

Eps. 26 - Booki Vivat: How being FRAZZLED in middle school worked to her benefit.

April 15, 2019 18:37 - 1 hour - 60.3 MB

When I first came upon Booki Vivat's book series, "Frazzled", I instantly knew I wanted them. I was vending at a market and decided I was going to buy them from my book seller neighbor, (but Camilo said I bought enough books... then later bought them for me for Christmas, so it was a win!) Not only is she an author/illustrator (win again!), but she’s obsessed with pastries. It was so exciting to get to interview someone who (also) wrote and illustrated a book for middle grade kids,...

Eps. 25 - Don't feel pressure to have babies!!! (Pep Talk)

April 01, 2019 11:15 - 7 minutes - 7.04 MB

While visiting one of my favorite coffee shops recently, someone playing with Ollie said to me… ”All of my friends are having babies right now, and I feel like I’m supposed to have one now.” I pretty much said exactly this podcast to her to encourage her NOT to feel pressured!! Just in case there somewhere out there who also feels pressured, either by her friends, her age, her family, or just because she’s married, I thought it would be the perfect first minisode pep talk. <3 As...

Eps. 24 - Katie Abey talks about Mental Health in the UK, & how to OWN your style!

March 25, 2019 11:15 - 1 hour - 61.2 MB

I was insanely happy to interview Katie Abey for an episode of Rainy Day Diaries. We’ve been instagram friends for a while now and I just ADORE her style! In this episode we talk about the differences in Mental Health in UK and US, about how mean our brains can be to each other, how to overcome depression and anxiety, and how INCREDIBLE Katie’s journey in the illustration world has been! (Just out of Uni she started an illustration empire and now has 6 employees and two physical sh...

Eps. 23 - Mompreneur Sanity Saving Hacks.

March 11, 2019 11:15 - 14 minutes - 12.5 MB

I’m going to be honest, working while being a stay at home mom is just harddddd! In this month’s short & sweet solo episode of Rainy Day Diaries I share some suggestions on how to make your life easier when you're a mom running a business. Mompreneur Sanity Saving Hacks as my friend Brandy called them! As your listen, you’ll get FIVE take aways to hopefully help you create a little more work/life balance while taking care of your little one. I feel like these would be helpful ev...

Eps. 22 - Ambivalently Yours talks about Bravery, Sensitivity and why she loves Pink.

February 25, 2019 12:15 - 56 minutes - 46.7 MB

Today on Rainy Day Diaries I’m interviewing Ambivalently Yours, an artist known for her very pink, emotionally stimulating artwork. For the last five years, she have been exploring her ambivalence and feminist questions by posting pink drawings on her Tumblr blog. She then went viral and her work has been turned into products, videos, installations and even a podcast called Rebelliously Tiny. One of the coolest parts of her artwork if that she challenges the social norms, sharing v...

Eps. 21 - Be Gentle With Yourself.... please?

February 08, 2019 12:15 - 8 minutes - 7.66 MB

Why is being gentle with yourself SO freaking Hard?!?!? In this month’s short & sweet solo episode of Rainy Day Diaries I talk about a my thoughts on giving yourself GRACE and give you a few tips to help you be kinder to yourself!! <3 As always, thank you SO MUCH for listening! To read more show notes head to www.jeniphelyn.com/podcast or email me at [email protected] with any questions or suggestions! :D

Eps. 20 - Amanda Stimart talks about friendship & growing up!

January 30, 2019 12:15 - 27 minutes - 23.2 MB

This week’s episode of Rainy Day Diaries is actually the VERY FIRST interview I ever conducted! It’s with my best friend, (of over 20 years!) Amanda, and I’m just posting it WAY LATE! lol (literally ONE YEAR after I recorded it! eep!) We talk about how opposites attract in friendship, growing up & how your friends can help you during rough times. I hope you enjoy this SUPER casual, easy listening interview! Also, everyone congratulate Mandy, she’s a new mama! Yay! As always, than...

Eps. 19 - Let's Practice MORE Gratitude!

December 27, 2018 11:45 - 12 minutes - 10.7 MB

What are you MOST grateful for?? For the past year, I've been trying various techniques to help me feel more grateful. 💗 . So in perfect end of the year spirit, this week's Rainy Day Diaries is all about #gratefulness. In the episode I share three different gratitude ideas which I hope will help you too!! We'll also reflect on the end of the year and a brand new year starting. I hope you’ll take a listen, and can’t wait to hear which prompt works best for you! As always, thank you ...

Eps. 18 - Marloes De Vries - Getting through hard times, becoming an illustrator + LOTS of random giggly banter

December 14, 2018 15:30 - 1 hour - 92.2 MB

I’ve been following along Marloes De Vries’s journey for quite a few years now and have always admired her bold, brave way to share hard things using comics. She’s open and funny and I just adored interviewing her! Her business journey is fascinating, as is the job she held before she was an illustrator! We talk about everything from going through hardships like depression, having anxiety and being an introvert to talking to animals, buying legos & our favorite and least favorite co...

Eps. 17 - Shoulds VS Wants. A podcast about going after your DREAMS.

November 19, 2018 12:15 - 15 minutes - 13 MB

For YEARS I have done all the things I thought I SHOULD be doing. Filling check lists, going after goals that go after the shoulds... but what happens if you start listening to the WANTS inside you, instead of things you SHOULD be doing - instead of filling out the check lists? This week is Rainy Day Diaries I talk about the SHOULDS vs the WANTS. And about the first time I decided to heck with the shoulds! I'm going after a want!! Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/podcast to take a list...

Eps. 16 - Stacie Bloomfield from Gingiber talks about NOT apologizing for being YOU + the ups and downs of running a successful product based business!

November 05, 2018 12:06 - 1 hour - 58.2 MB

Today’s episode of Rainy Day Diaries is with Stacie Bloomfield from Gingiber. She has SO many wise nuggets for you about life, business, and trying her best to balance the two of them. She also talks about how she’s grown her business to include multiple staff members, trade shows, and about following her illustration dreams! Also, fun story.... I was SO excited to interview Stacie from Gingiber, and I'm pretty sure we scheduled our date WAY in advance, but I ended up interviewing h...

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

October 22, 2018 11:15 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MB

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! So cool story, this is one of the VERY FIRST episodes of the podcast I recorded when I was pregnant. I actual...

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

October 08, 2018 11:09 - 44 minutes - 39.9 MB

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 Hea...

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

August 20, 2018 18:10 - 15 minutes - 13.1 MB

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 Guid...

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

August 06, 2018 11:05 - 32 minutes - 39.8 MB

* 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. -...

Eps. 11 - Let's talk Social Anxiety.

July 23, 2018 11:15 - 10 minutes - 13 MB

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 As always, thank you SO MUCH for listening! T...

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

July 09, 2018 11:30 - 43 minutes - 37.2 MB

Vanessa Newton is a BEACON OF LIGHT. She's a magical unicorn, and quite honestly, she has the best laugh ever! When I first found out about Vanessa's work, I was baby sitting at a cute little munchkins house reading her a goodnight book, and the book was so gorgeous I snuck back in there to look at all the pictures once she went to sleep. This book, One Love was illustrated by my good friend Vanessa. In addition to how Dyslexia (among other things) did NOT hold her down in pursuit...

Eps. 9 - Self Care is NOT Selfish.

June 25, 2018 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MB

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. ;) As always, thank you SO MUCH for listening! To read more show notes head to www.jeniphelyn.com/podcast or email me at [email protected] with any questions or suggestions! :D

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

June 11, 2018 11:00 - 29 minutes - 28 MB

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 ...

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

May 28, 2018 11:00 - 10 minutes - 9.82 MB

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. :) As always, thank you SO MUCH for listening! To read more show notes head to www.jeniphelyn.com/podcast or email me at [email protected] with any questions or suggesti...