What do a drum circle, a Broadway show, a sauna rave, and a serendipitous subway adventure have in common?
They were all part of my first wild week back in New York City.
In this episode, I’m catching you up on everything. From helping a stranger navigate NYC with Google Translate to a backstage Broadway moment that left my dad speechless. From reconnecting with podcast guests turned collaborators to locking in new dream clients. This is the behind-the-scenes of building a life filled with intention, connection, and play.
I share:
✨ My exact process for choosing where to travel (hint: it’s music and magic led)
✨ How I’m balancing three major clients while staying grounded
✨ A peek into my upcoming festival partnerships and creative collabs
✨ Why this chapter of my life feels chaotic, exciting, and aligned all at once
✨ Lessons on saying yes to the nudge, leaning into community, and letting the city show you who you are
If you’re in a season of building, becoming, or simply craving inspiration, this one is for you.
00:00 Introduction and Grounding Exercise
02:07 Challenges of Consistency and Travel
03:45 Travel Recap: From Tulum to New York
05:51 Arriving in New York: A Series of Fortunate Events
07:51 Building Connections and Embracing New Experiences
18:34 First Weekend in New York: Events and Reflections
22:33 A Journey Through Musical Theater and Personal Growth
22:58 Revisiting 'Book of Mormon' and Emotional Healing
24:39 Inspiration from PJ and Broadway
26:27 Networking and Creative Collaborations
27:50 Daybreaker and Sauna Rave Adventures
28:57 Reunions and Serendipitous Encounters
32:35 Wholesome Moments and Family Connections
34:22 Balancing Work, Travel, and Personal Projects
40:40 Exciting Upcoming Events and Collaborations
43:23 Final Thoughts and Future Plans
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