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In a world obsessed with trends, algorithms, and constant output, what happens when we slow down instead? In this episode of Proper Madness, I sit down with wildlife photographer and conservationist David to explore the deeper relationship between presence, creativity, and authenticity  both online and in life. Through stories from wildlife photography, travel, and personal evolution, this conversation becomes a reminder that art isn’t made by chasing attention- it’s made by paying attention. If you’re a creative, entrepreneur, or human feeling overwhelmed by content culture, this episode is an invitation to slow down, reconnect, and remember why you started. David is a naturalist, occasional writer, and a passionate wildlife photographer and videographer. Currently living off the west coast of Scotland, he's worked in wild life conservation for over a decade, and the experiences and moments he's had along the way have been unforgettable.  @davidswildlife on IG and @davids.wildlife on Tik Tok

In this episode, I sit down with Sean Kennedy, musician, creator, and one of those people who can say the quiet thing out loud. We talk about what happens when life forces an identity shift… and how creativity can become the thing that brings you back. We go into curiosity as the root of real creativity, why so many people are trapped in performance (online and in life), and the difference between obsession and devotion. We also talk about facing yourself the mirror moment, accountability, quitting alcohol, discernment, and what it means to protect your gift when you’re going through it. This episode is for anyone who feels the pull to live more honestly. Sean Colin Kennedy is a Scottish recording artist based in Nashville. Creating a blend of rock, pop with a nostalgic pull. Sean also in the acting world as well as an advocate and speaker of mental health and the spiritual journey.  Follow Sean @seankennedy77 on all platforms.

In this episode, I sit down with Ruby for a deep, honest conversation about intuition - not as something mystical or abstract, but as something deeply embodied. We talk about what intuition actually feels like in the body, why so many of us were taught to numb it, and how learning to feel again can change everything. From Akashic Records and breathwork to lineage wounds, sensuality, shame, and surrender - this conversation is about coming back home to yourself. Intuition isn’t loud.  It’s subtle. It’s physical.  It’s a language of feeling. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, your emotions, or your inner knowing - this episode is for you. Ruby is the Founder and Boss Witch at The Shift – a company with a mission to help close the wellness gap by joyfully reclaiming our magic. She uses the Akashic Records, tarot, and energy healing to guide people home to their truth, infinite power, and deep magic. Rather than fortune-telling your future, her approach as an Intuitive Guide is rooted in self-empowerment to remind you that you create your own. Ruby is a resident intuitive reader at Anima Mundi Apothecary and Mystic Journey Bookstore. She's also a wellness practitioner at The Preserve (formerly Second Home Hollywood) and has worked with celebrities, non-profits, and companies such as Skims, Shiseido, and Neuehouse.  IG: @TheShift.Is Web: www.theshift.is --

In Episode 100 of Proper Madness, we explore radical honesty, identity work, ego, intuition, and why performing online (and in life) disconnects you from your truth. This episode is a grounded, vulnerable reflection on self-abandonment, creative integrity, and how your life becomes lighter when you stop pretending. Your life is your art. Your truth is your medium. 1:1 Mentorships https://calendly.com/myndspace/creative-direction-storytelling-consult Cool Photo/Video: www.mymyndspace.com

I’ve never really sat down and told my story timeline until now. This is a condensed version, but our path to success is never linear. In this episode, I share my journey from childhood to adulthood, and how storytelling became the thing that saved me, shaped me, and eventually led me into creative direction. I talk about growing up deeply sensitive, living learning disabilities, feeling misunderstood, and using imagination as survival. I share how writing became my first outlet, how psychology and film shaped the way I see people, and how losing myself led me back to choosing myself. This isn’t a polished success story. It’s an honest one. If you’re a creative, a storyteller, or someone trying to understand their own path, I hope this reminds you of the power in telling the truth about where you’ve been.

Sometimes growth feels beautiful… and sometimes it feels like your shadow self is trying to hijack the wheel. This week, I got humbled.. deeply ... and I bring you into the actual behind-the-scenes of what healing looks like when old wounds resurface out of nowhere. In this episode, I shares: How Mercury retrograde unearthed wounds she thought were long goneThe real reason ego flare-ups happen when you start becoming more visibleWhy being “of service” can trigger trauma from childhood, addiction, and past relationshipsThe shadow traits that develop when you grow up invisible or unseenHow identity wounds create personas (attention-seeking, performance, power hunger)What shame does to your nervous systemHow to face the parts of yourself you’re scared to look atWhy validation hits old childhood buttonsHow to reconnect to authentic service instead of people-pleasingWhy healing in layers is normal, not failuremy website if you want to work with me: www.mymyndspace.com 

If you’ve been telling yourself you have “imposter syndrome,” this episode is going to rewire that narrative completely.  Because what you’re feeling isn’t a diagnosis  it’s a self-belief wound you inherited from childhood, trauma, or years of internalizing other people’s projections. In today’s Proper Madness episode, Sabi breaks down why so many of us cling to the label imposter syndrome when the truth is simpler, harder, and more liberating: You don’t trust yourself… yet. Inside this conversation, we explore: Why imposter syndrome is often an escape hatch from facing your real beliefsHow childhood conditioning shapes self-trustThe difference between paranoia, intuition, and discernmentWhy your body often knows the truth before your mind doesHow comparison + perfectionism fuel low self-worthWhat it actually takes to build unshakeable self-beliefReal stories from Sabi’s healing journey (addiction, identity, trauma, authenticity)If you’ve been struggling with self-doubt, fear of being seen, or constantly chasing validation outside of yourself — this episode will meet you exactly where you are. You’re not an imposter. You’re just unplugging from the beliefs that were never yours. And you’re allowed to become the version of you who finally trusts your own voice.

If you’re someone who holds a lot of light- someone who’s magnetic, intuitive, and deeply felt... this episode is for you. Today on Proper Madness, I talk about what it means to be radiant in a world that tries to siphon your energy if you’re not careful. We get into discernment: how to recognize people who are drawn to you for the wrong reasons, how to trust your intuition, and how to stop abandoning yourself just to feel connected. I share stories from my own life about being love-bombed, pedestal’d, drained, and mirrored- and how I learned to see the difference between genuine connection and people who want to feed off your light. We also talk about non-negotiables, boundaries, trauma bonding, intuition vs. avoidance, and how your body always knows the truth before your mind catches up. If you’re stepping into your power, becoming more magnetic, or learning how to trust yourself again, this episode will hit home.

Everyone’s talking about that Vogue article asking if having a boyfriend is embarrassing ...so let’s talk about it. In this week’s Proper Madness Episode, I share why I both agree and disagree with the article ...and how it ties into the burnout, emotional armor, and performative independence so many of us are stuck in. This episode is about why hyper-independence isn’t hot anymore, why we’ve glamorized exhaustion, and how to start romanticizing your life again in a way that feels real... not aesthetic. I unpack the ways “doing it all” became a trauma response, how softness got mistaken for weakness, and why letting yourself be supported is actually the most powerful thing you can do. Grab your tea... this one’s a little unhinged, a little honest, and very needed.

What if your confidence isn’t about becoming someone new — but remembering the parts of you you’ve been hiding? In this episode of Proper Madness, I open up about how real self-confidence comes from making peace with your shadow — the parts of yourself you’ve been ashamed of, avoided, or labeled as “too much” or “not enough.” I talk about my own journey of facing my shadow — from being too nice, too accommodating, and afraid to speak up… to reclaiming my voice, my desires, and the darker sides of myself that were always trying to protect me. We’ll explore:  • What shadow work really means (beyond the buzzword)  • How self-sabotage can actually be your shadow asking to be heard  • Why confidence is built through self-forgiveness, not perfection  • The connection between your ego, higher self, and true embodiment This one’s for anyone who’s been trying to “fix” themselves, when really, the healing comes from embracing all of yourself — the light and the dark. Grab your tea, take a breath, and meet the parts of you that have been waiting to be seen.

Sometimes life just feels like chaos... like you’re in this weird in-between space where nothing makes sense, and you’re trying not to lose your mind. In this episode I discuss learning how to chill inside the chaos - how to stop trying to control everything, and instead, find a strange kind of peace inside the unknown. If you’ve been overthinking, forcing, or trying too hard to “figure it all out,” this episode will help you breathe, soften, and trust that you’re not off track... you’re just in transition. Grab your tea, and let’s talk about surrender, softness, and self-trust in the middle of the mess.

What if creativity isn’t about doing more, but about being more? In this episode of Proper Madness, we dive into creativity as a language — one that connects, inspires, and heals. We explore the balance between feminine flow and masculine structure, how sensuality fuels creative power, and why true art isn’t about copying trends but speaking in your own voice. I share why creating from a full cup is more magnetic than creating from lack, how originality sparks change, and why your story — messy, raw, and unique — is the one thing no one else can replicate.

What happens when your sense of self depends on likes, followers, or other people’s approval? In this episode we explore why outside validation will never be enough and how to anchor yourself in self-devotion instead. I share how chasing perfection, performing for approval, and living in comparison actually pull us further from our truth. And I reframe what it means to invest in yourself, not to prove anyone wrong or win anyone back, but because you love yourself enough to show up fully.

In this soul-baring episode, I talk about what it actually means to be seen, not the curated, half-version of you, but the full, fiery, intuitive, silly, sensual, sensitive you. From thirst traps and shifting identities to friendship fights, romantic misfires, and spiritual downloads on vacation… this is a story of coming home to yourself. I explore how being around the right people makes us feel safe enough to stop performing, how we’ve been conditioned to shrink ourselves for love, and what happens when we finally allow all our parts to exist, without shame or apology. If you've ever been told you're “too much,” this episode is a permission slip to be even more. 🎧 Listen now and let yourself be seen.

How many times have we thought that we could do everything alone? The success, the healing, everything... because some how we think it will make us more worthy or impressive if we do... but that is not the case. In this episode I literally sit down and talk about what has been on my mind and heart with no real reason or theme except for opening my heart back up instead of being a hermit.