Ever felt like you needed to step away from the digital noise to hear your own thoughts again? That's exactly what I found myself craving after nearly two decades of constant online presence.

In this deeply personal episode, I share my decision to take a summer hiatus from both podcasting and social media platforms. What started as a practical choice led to something unexpectedly profound—the night before beginning my social media break, I experienced what I can only describe as a mystical purge, complete with unusual physical symptoms and visual phenomena that coincided with the new moon. Whether coincidence or something more, the compulsive need to check social media vanished overnight, leaving me with a surprising sense of freedom.

My concerns about our collective relationship with technology run deeper than personal burnout. The rise of AI-generated content, our increasing disconnection from our surroundings, and the constant pressure to perform online have all contributed to my need for space. This isn't about rejecting technology outright but about creating room to reconsider how I want to show up in these spaces. Sometimes stepping back is the only way to move forward with greater clarity.

Have you taken a digital detox recently? What shifted for you? I'd love to hear your experiences when I return from this intentional pause. Until then, remember to lead through your life with your heart and live with intention.

- If you would like to connect further you can find me on Instagram @jolenesensualbeing
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I hope you enjoy your day.
Jolene
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A short episode to get your week off to a good start.

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I hope you enjoy your day.
Jolene
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Ever caught yourself obsessing over likes, shares, or follower counts after posting something meaningful? You're not alone. We're living in an age where the value of our creations is increasingly measured by metrics rather than meaning.

This episode dives deep into reclaiming our authentic creative expression in a world that constantly pulls us toward validation-seeking behaviors. I share personal experiences alongside powerful observations about how social media has fundamentally altered our relationship with sharing our gifts. When we create content or art primarily for engagement, we lose the magical flow state that makes creation so fulfilling in the first place.

I talk about transformative conversations with fellow creators who questioned their impact despite deeply touching individual lives. This highlights a crucial truth: sometimes reaching just one person in a meaningful way matters more than amassing thousands of superficial interactions. Your magic doesn't need massive recognition to matter.

The discussion also explores the difference between passion projects and monetized work. Through the example of my uncle—an extraordinary painter who deliberately kept his talent as a personal passion for over 70 years—we see how preserving certain creations from commercial pressure can protect their sacred quality. I also share intimate stories about collaborative storytelling as a connection tool, demonstrating that our most meaningful creative exchanges often happen in private, with no audience at all.

As AI-generated content increasingly floods our digital spaces, authentic human creation becomes not just valuable but essential. This podcast invites you to remember why you started creating in the first place and to commit to never dimming your light—regardless of whether it reaches two people or two million. Your unique voice matters simply because it's yours to share.

- If you would like to connect further you can find me on Instagram @jolenesensualbeing
- You can sign up to my mailing list here: Sensual Being Mailout
- My Youtube channel: SensualBeingJolene

I hope you enjoy your day.
Jolene
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