We’re stepping into a new year and I don’t believe it’s asking us to rush, reinvent ourselves, or suddenly have it all figured out.

In this solo episode, I reflect on the shift from the Year of the Snake into the Year of the Horse, what it means to close a nine year cycle and begin a one year, and why this season is more about honest movement than big declarations.

We talk about the pressure we put on future dates, the belief that life starts after the next milestone, and how real growth actually happens in the present moment.

This is an invitation to enter the year gently. With awareness. With self trust. And without leaving yourself behind.

In this episode, I sit down with Laura Nave, a Single Mom by Choice and creator of the Choosing Chaos podcast, to talk about what happens when you stop waiting for life to look a certain way and start trusting yourself to build it anyway.

Laura shares how casual jokes about motherhood slowly turned into real curiosity, real research, and eventually a brave, intentional decision to pursue motherhood on her own. We talk about the moment that changed everything, the realities of fertility journeys, and why there’s no “wrong” path, only the one that feels aligned.

This conversation is about redefining family, releasing timelines, and remembering that love, support, and abundance don’t come in just one form. If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re “behind,” wondered if your life still gets to be full, or needed permission to trust your own timing, this episode is for you.

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In this episode, certified dog trainer and behaviorist April Jantz breaks down the myths, mistakes, and mindset shifts every dog owner needs to hear. From why your dog is way smarter than you think… to how your own confidence (or lack of it) trains your dog more than any command… to the surprising ways we accidentally reinforce fear and misbehavior, this conversation will change how you relate to your furry soulmate forever.

April shares:
✨ Why dog training is way easier than most people believe
✨ How your energy, confidence, and mindset shape your dog’s behavior
✨ What 3-year-olds taught her about canine intelligence (hint: dogs win)
✨ The biggest mistake owners make when comforting fear
✨ How to build a bond rooted in trust, leadership, and emotional regulation

Whether you're raising a brand-new puppy, trying to unlearn bad habits with your reactive adult dog, or you just want to understand your pet on a deeper, almost spiritual level, this episode is warm, wise, and wildly empowering.

Perfect for dog parents, behavior nerds, and anyone who wants to strengthen their connection with their four-legged soulmate.

Connect with April here: Scotch Pines Dog Training

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