Season 2 starts here. We are back for Season 2 of Portraits by Paula Mac. Paula reflects on the journey so far, shares her gratitude for the community behind the podcast, and looks ahead to the themes and conversations waiting in the new season.This is an honest and uplifting start to a new chapter filled with curiosity, connection, and meaningful stories.We talk about:✔ Gratitude for the community behind the podcast✔ Lessons from conversations across 14 nationalities and countless life experiences✔ Strength, goodness, empathy, and the search for balance✔ Why self-discovery is the foundation of real connection✔ Manifestation, worthiness, and creating space for growth✔ Imperfect journeys and the uniquely human drive to create✔ Exciting plans and guests lined up for Season 2This one is about celebrating the journey so far and stepping with energy into what’s next.Follow us on socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastportraits_TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@portraits_podcastEpisode Breakdown00:00 Welcome back and thank you to the listeners00:45 Reflections on Season 1 and its impact01:30 Guests from around the world and diverse conversations02:40 Themes that kept coming up: strength, goodness, empathy03:30 Finding balance and meaning in millennial life04:10 Manifestation, worthiness, and creating space for growth05:20 The dress analogy and knowing what fits07:05 Thoughts on AI, creativity, and the human journey07:50 Lessons carried into Season 208:20 Guests to come and an invitation to share your story08:30 Closing reflections and a call to support the podcast