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Sara talks about perfectionism getting in the way of doing the stuff you love to do! Plus, some stuff about living in a haunted house filled with paint-by-numbers paintings. Also, things about artists Christopher Wallace (RIP), Maya Erdelyi-Perez, Alex Stapleton and Francesco Marciuliano. Support the podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa and subscribe to SaraJBenincasa.Substack.com.

Sara talks drugs, sobriety, anxiety and partying with artist, producer, and woman of business Sabrina Cognata, and blows out the mic multiple times in the process, but whatever, you'll love it. Support this podcast and more at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa

This episode is about the joy of lifelong learning and also: Redwood trees! Why it's okay to not be "over" your mental health issues yet, or ever! Something about soccer! Encouragement! Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

Welcome to the very first episode! We talk about laughter, fear, breathwork, agoraphobia, writing, books, saying hi to a dog and then to its owner, the things cats teach us, tarot, and what this podcast will be. Join Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa for access to a patrons-only podcast, the SARATONIN newsletter, and much more.

The final episode of Well, This Isn't Normal before the relaunch as Social Anxiety Variety Hour. An introduction to meditation & its benefits, including a brief meditation exercise. Support this podcast: Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa. Weekly SARATONIN newsletter: Patreon & SaraJBenincasa.Substack.com.

Sara discusses anger and "How to Fight" by Thich Nhat Hanh. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

Sara talks about going through a rough patch emotionally, and how Breathwork for Recovery with Nathaniel Hodder-Shipp has helped. She also interviews Nathaniel to learn more. Get 70% off the Breathwork for Recovery monthly healing circle on September 10, 2022 with offer code SARA: https://www.breathworkforrecovery.com/trainings-and-workshops. Please listen with care, as this episode includes discussion of trauma, addiction, and suicidal ideation.

Sara learns how Michel de Montaigne (1533-1592) got himself out of post-retirement depression, and how we all can benefit from joyful work. A little breathing exercise is also included. Thanks to patrons at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.

Sara tries to figure out how to go on vacation, talks about why you shouldn't ask strangers when they're gonna start an Only Fans, and offers some ideas on how to relax. Support this podcast at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa

Sara reads from the new essay "To Live and Grieve in America," originally published at SaraJBenincasa.Medium.com. This episode describes and addresses violence. Please donate to Everytown.org.

How do you go about your day? Where do work, art, rest, family, and other elements come into play? We do some relaxing breathwork, consider social media and its role in one's daily schedule, and get a glimpse of the work lives of artists Alma Thomas, Alice Neel, and Lorraine Hansberry. We conclude with a brief self-reflection exercise. Also, Sara sits on a bag of frozen cauliflower puree. Thanks to all the supporters at Patreon.com/SaraBenincasa.