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

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! 

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!)
• Why it's his mission to inspire children around the world.
• What it was like collaborating with Sesame Street! (ah!)
• How Kid President came to be.
• Why sometimes we need a kick in the pants to start creating.

Brad is also the force behind ‘Socktober’ the worldwide annual drive connecting people to their local homeless shelters!!

His newest book ‘Better Grownups’ will release from Penguin RandomHouse in the spring of 2020. (yay!!) (link in the show notes!) www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/54

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 mention how she learned painting was an incredible therapy technique. In episode 33, Taylor Lee said the same thing. And ironically, Christine is who introduced me to Taylor's work in the first play! (yay!)

Head to www.rainydaydiaries.com to read the show notes from this episode! There's a lot of really good ones. :)

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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 the links in this episode! -> rainydaydiaries.com

This episode is NOT sponsored by Skillshare, but should be!! ;)

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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 passion for helping others.

And now he's newest project, The Feely Human Collective, is launching soon and it is amazing! Head to the show notes to find all the links from this episode! www.rainydaydiaries.com

Come say hello! -> instagram.com/jenipherlyn

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!!

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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 new book, "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone".

- Misconceptions of therapy.

- Communication during this social media crazed time.

- Some incredible projects Lori is working on in 2020!

Make EXTRA sure to listen during minute NINE and FOURTEEN! So much wisdom there!

Head to the show notes (jenipherlyn.com/blog/49) to find all the links to Lori's adventures, including her new TedTalk (which you NEED to listen to!), and hear why I was so nervous to interview her! (It's not why you would think!)

Say Hello on Instagram! - instagram.com/rainydaydiaries

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, and see some pictures from the moments things didn't go as planned.-> jenipherlyn.com/blog/48!!

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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 cough AND I think we lost connection at some point too, and just hopped right back into what he was saying. It was impressive!

I hope you enjoy this episode! Head to jenipherlyn.com/blog/47 to read the show notes and be sure to say HELLO! on Instagram! instagram.com/rainydaydiariespod

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 feel guilty for not following the beaten path, and how instagram can become a place of anxiety and not inspiration.

Head to www.jenipherlyn.com/blog/46 to read the show notes & make sure to say Hello! on Instagram: www.instagram.com/rainydaydiaries