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This week’s episode covers the story behind a beautiful image I captured of while ice trekking the stunning Perito Moreno Glacier in Argentina.  Come along with me as I share the story of watching the group before me trek up the glacier in full, beautiful anticipation of the journey I was about to take for the first time ever.  Also learn more about Perito Moreno Glacier, which is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site, but also one of the only glaciers in the world that is growing (and not shrinking)! Listen to hear the fascinating reason why.  I hope you enjoy traveling to the amazing Argentina today! I hope it inspires you to get out in nature wherever you are in the world, to reap the benefits of it this week!  Sarah  Definitely check out the stunning image of the glacier to complement the story: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/store. Purchase a print this week and get a special gift. To get a daily dose of beauty go to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayswonderfull/ or follow on LinkedIN or Facebook: @sarahconiglio If you enjoyed this episode, you may enjoy being a part of the Patreon community: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon bringing more beauty and kindness into the world in the name of wellness. Subscribe to the Project WonderFULL weekly email: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/home#newsletter

This week’s episode covers the story behind a sweet image I captured of a mama bear in Glacier National Park. It was a beautiful moment viewing this amazing creature and also had me realizing the importance of bears and other animals in the ecosystem. Come along with me as I tell the story of how I, and about 30 other park visitors and rangers helped to protect this mama bear and her two little cubs. We’ll also explore a bit about their importance to the health of the environment and how we as human beings benefit from it. Punchline: our wellness is connected to the health of our environment. I hope you enjoy learning about bears and Glacier National Park as much as I did!  Sarah  Listen in to hear more and definitely check out the photo of the bear to complement the story: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/store. Purchase this week and get a special gift. To get a daily dose of beauty go to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayswonderfull/ or follow on LinkedIN or Facebook: @sarahconiglio If you enjoyed this episode, you may enjoy being a part of the Patreon community: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon bringing more beauty and kindness into the world in the name of wellness. Subscribe to the Project WonderFULL weekly email: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/home#newsletter

This week’s episode covers the story behind a really cool photograph taken in Slovakia this past Fall. It was an optical illusion and an amazing natural phenomenon as two rivers (The Danube and Morava) merged into one.  I couldn’t help but think about the South African term, “ubuntu” as I watched this awesome effect occur.  The word is often described as: “I am because we are”. These two rivers coming together to form this beautiful swirling of water and colors… becoming natural art happened right in front of my eyes and I captured it.  Listen in to hear more and definitely check out the photo to complement the story: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/store. Purchase this week and get a special gift. To get a daily dose of beauty go to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayswonderfull/ or follow on LinkedIN or Facebook: @sarahconiglio To become a patron on Patreon and be a part of this movement: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon bringing more beauty and kindness into the world in the name of wellness. Subscribe to the Project WonderFULL weekly email: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/home#newsletter

“All of us are confronted with negativity, but focusing on something beautiful can help you shift your mind to a more positive place.” Jay Shetty - Calm  Have you ever been in a situation where you’re not feeling well and/or you’re feeling some kind of discomfort… and then you notice something beautiful around you and you automatically feel better?  Well, that’s what happened to me on a boat trip in rough waters this last Fall in Portugal. I was really sea sick… yet, immersed in so much beauty I couldn’t resist clicking my camera… and it made me feel better, doing so!  In this episode I’ll share the story behind the photograph, that I captured in Portugal on the beautiful Algarve Coast.  My hope is to inspire you, the next time you’re not feeling well, to look at the beauty all around you, which could help you feel better, just like it did for me!  Sarah ❤️❤️ To see this featured photo, head on over to https://www.projectwonderfull.com/store. Purchase this week and get a special gift. To get a daily dose of beauty go to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayswonderfull/ or follow on LinkedIN or Facebook: @sarahconiglio To become a Patron on Patreon and be a part of this movement: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon bringing more beauty and kindness into the world in the name of wellness. Subscribe to the Project WonderFULL weekly email: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/home#newsletter

Have you ever wondered what was going on when an image was captured? Where it was taken? What was the feeling when capturing…awe, gratitude and magic? Well, in this episode, I’m introducing a new series called “The Story of the Photograph”, which is essentially the behind the scenes of the image.  This first episode goes into the story of finding naturally formed hearts in nature and the cool scientific phenomenon called the Frequency Illusion. Plainly stated, once you learn of something for the first time, your brain starts to notice more and more of it. So when it comes to beauty, the more you seek it, the more it will naturally come into your life (like the naturally formed hearts in this episode)! I can’t wait for you to hear more about all of this, leaving the episode inspired to engulf yourself more in beauty on a regular basis!  Sarah  P.S. Some mentioned links/resources to engulf yourself in more beauty:  To get a daily dose of beauty go to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayswonderfull/ or follow on LinkedIN or Facebook: @sarahconiglio Subscribe to the Project WonderFULL weekly email: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/home#newsletter  To become a Patron on Patreon and be a part of this movement: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon bringing more beauty and kindness into the world in the name of wellness. And finally, to get some beauty for a loved one or for yourself, head on over to: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/store. Now through 12/25/22 use coupon code PODCAST44 to receive $44 off your paper or metal print. 

Have you noticed how loud it is out there? Lots of distractions, and oh my goodness, does the negative news keep coming. But did you know that we all have something amazing at our fingertips to generate ease and calm? Yep. We do. And the best part? It’s free, and it’s always accessible. (We just need to learn how to use it.) Do you want to know what it is? It’s the power of beauty! Over the last few years, I’ve made it a priority to incorporate more beauty in my life and it’s been amazing to feel the healing benefits of it.  I’ve gone from depressed and stressed (picture wine on Sunday nights just to ease the pain of facing Monday) to calm and full of joy (traveling the world, soaking up beauty). What did I change? I learned how much beauty heals.  I want the same for you. In this episode, I share four simple ways to unlock the power of beauty to create joy. I can’t wait for you to hear and incorporate into your life! Some mentioned links:  To become a Patron on Patreon and be a part of this movement: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon  To get a daily dose of beauty go to Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/todayswonderfull/ or follow on LinkedIN: @sarahconiglio  To send me a direct note: [email protected]… I’d love to hear from you! And finally, to get some beauty for your wall (some new prints have just been added), head on over to: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/store 

“I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music.” - Billy Joel  “Sing Me A Story” is doing amazing work in a beautiful way, bringing together people all over the world to create music utilizing children’s stories. Their mission quoted from their website is “to serve deserving families in need through the imaginative stories of their children and the power of music. With the help of songwriters, we create music inspired by the creative stories of children. These songs and stories remind us all of how much we have in common, raise awareness and financial aid for nonprofits around the world and, most of all, provide families with an unforgettable experience that brings joy and healing.” This conversation with Executive Director and Co-Founder, Austin Atteberry is bound to leave you completely inspired… from the very beginning of how Austin created Sing Me A Story with his now wife, Sara to the process by which SMAS has gone through to bring together several people to build this beautiful community creating this music and incredible experiences, their story is amazing! The social impact is incredible! Have a listen and then head on over to www.singmeastory.org to hear the music and see the video coverage of the songs in the making. So touching!  To learn about the community supporting this podcast and all of the work of Project WonderFULL go to www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon As a patron of Project WonderFULL you’ll be illuminating the beauty and kindness of the world and of yourselves!  And finally, I’m excited to share that I’m updating my website with new prints for purchase from my recent travels to some of the National Parks. There’s so much power in a photograph… second best to viewing beauty with the naked eye, there are many benefits to viewing beauty regularly, including a boost in mood. You can’t get angry at beauty, so why not have some on your walls? Your purchase will support the work of Project WonderFULL, as well. Check out the new images at: www.projectwonderfull.com/store 

“Changing your perspective, changes your experience.” - Anonymous As the world turns and we are collectively and individually faced with many challenges and bumps in the road, the one thing we have control over is perspective.  For this episode, I’m excited to share a conversation with my new beautiful friend, Shane Svorec (bio below), who a year ago released the #1 new release book: “Broken Little Believer. Finding Purpose in All the Pretty Painful Pieces.” There is so much beauty in the book where she tells the true story of her life and her journey of overcoming unimaginable odds in hopes that people can resonate with the experiences and find purpose in all their pretty and painful pieces.  Walking away from this conversation, I’m encouraged by the fact that we do have the choice in how we want to live our lives and that if more and more people live in this way, what a better world we would live in.  My hope is that you’ll be encouraged in the same way and at the very least be enlightened by the goodness that Shane embodies.  More about Shane:  Shane Svorec is a lifelong writer who resides in New Jersey with her husband, three children, and rescue animals. Author of the #1 New Release, Broken Little Believer, Shane is an expressive and empathetic storyteller who uses her many life experiences to connect with others. Her honest and vulnerable writing touches readers of all ages. Having traveled much of her life, Shane has learned to become comfortable with being uncomfortable. A believer in the philosophy that pain is never in vain if it serves a positive purpose, she uses her own heartache and life's challenges to bring light, compassion, and understanding to others. Also known as "The Look Up Girl" Shane shares positive messages of hope and kindness and writes about real, relevant, everyday struggles. Shane is highly involved in her community, President of her local Board of Education, a mental health and crisis intervention worker, a perpetual peacemaker, and a kindness spreader. She just finished her first children's book - expected to hit bookshelves worldwide very soon. To learn more about Shane and to purchase her book: www.shanesvorec.com  Finally, if you’d like to get a daily dose of beauty for a little change in perspective in your every day you can follow @todayswonderfull on Instagram. And to learn about becoming a part of a community who is illuminating the beauty and kindness of the world and themselves, go to www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon 

In a world full of fear and trauma, there are people like Derek Allen and organizations like Starr Commonwealth who are actively trying to make the world a better place by supporting, educating and building resilience in children, families and communities. They are leading with courage to create positive experiences for them to flourish. In this episode, you’ll hear about the beautiful work and programs of Starr Commonwealth under the leadership of Derek (Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Starr)… and the impact that they are making. This conversation left me with hope for the future of this world, despite the fear and hate that so greatly currently exists. My hope is that it leaves you with the same. To learn more and/or to donate to Starr: www.starr.org And to learn more how you can become a part of the Patreon community and support the efforts of this podcast and the work of Project WonderFULL, head on over to www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon

National Parks are full of spectacular things to see… I often feel like I’m on another planet when I visit them! In this episode come along and hear about seven magical moments from six recent visits: Indiana Dunes, Canyonlands, Arches, Joshua Tree, Pinnacles and Death Valley National Parks.  My focus in every visit is to of course, check out and capture with my camera, some iconic sights, but also to go on the trails less traveled to experience the parks in a different and often times, more magical way… these are some stories of just that!  My hope is to inspire you to get out and experience nature in some way today… and feel so good because of it! (And who doesn’t want to feel good?!)  To support the creation of this podcast and Today’s WonderFULL (a newly public Instagram account: @todayswonderfull, where I share photos taken in the parks and in my surroundings for a daily dose of beauty), head on over to: https://www.projectwonderfull.com/patreon

“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” ― Maya Angelou The world needs more organizations like “Girls on the Run” and more people like my dear friend, Molly Snow… who is leading this beautiful organization in Los Angeles! (More about Molly below.) They are doing such amazing work empowering and building confidence in girls ages 8-14 with the hope that these girls will grow into our future leaders of the world… and will lead with compassion, kindness, empathy and integrity - something that seems to be lost these days in a world full of noise and negativity.  In this episode, Molly explains the components of the program and the powerful transformation and results that she sees every season running the program. My favorite: the feeling that each girl experiences as they cross the finish line of their 5K.  “Your existence can make the world better… (we are all) here is some way to contribute positively”… just about sums up a huge component of what GOTR is teaching (as described by Molly.) And you know, how much that resonates with me!  I’m pretty sure, you’ll leave this episode inspired to be a part of this work in some shape or form! Here’s some ways you can support GOTR LA: GOTR Los Angeles Spring Fling Silent Auction April 23rd - May 1st: https://www.32auctions.com/2022SpringFling (there’s a Project WonderFULL print amongst many beautiful items for auction, so get in there and get in on the bid!) To learn more about GOTR LA and to make a general donation: https://www.gotrla.org/Donate  Finally, as always, to learn more about Project WonderFULL and ways you can support and get involved including buying a print, head on over to: https://www.projectwonderfull.com  A little bit more as written by the Board of Directors of GOTR LA: "Molly is an authentic steward of the mission, a passionate voice for the girls served by the program, and an inspirational leader who motivates people to get involved. During her 10+ years with Girls on the Run of Los Angeles County, Molly has spearheaded smart, sustainable growth and professionalization of the organization. Molly has a deep commitment to access and inclusion, and as Executive Director she has ensured that the organization has the financial resources to allow every girl the opportunity to participate, regardless of financial situation. She connects people in an authentic manner to the mission of Girls on the Run."

If you’ve been listening for a while, you know that I am a huge fan of getting out in nature, feeling the great energy and capturing it with my camera! I’ve always come home feeling so good! I’ve known there was some science to explain why I’ve always felt so good… but didn’t realize how great it was!  In this episode, I’m so excited to share the wisdom of Dr. Peggy DeLong. Peggy shares everything from research backing how healing nature and beauty is, to how you can easily apply some practices… Spoiler alert: get outside in nature!  This has been a long time coming: sharing Peggy’s work and her impact in the world! I hope you enjoy learning from her, as I did! My intention with this episode is to leave you inspired to take even a 10 minute break from inside today and while you're at it, reap the organic benefits of nature and beauty!  Thank you for listening!  A little more about Peggy:  Dr. Peggy DeLong is a psychologist, known as The Gratitude Psychologist. She teaches people how to harness the power of gratitude and joy to live their best lives, especially through difficult times. She does this through psychotherapy, her on-line monthly membership Feeling Good with Dr. Peggy, on-line courses, speaking engagements, books, and bracelets.  Peggy is the author of I Can See Clearly Now: A Memoir about Love, Grief, and Gratitude, The Gratitude Journal: A 365 Day Gratitude Journey, and Feeling Good: 35 Proven Ways to Happiness, Even During Tough Times. She is also the owner of LOVE in a Bracelet, where she designs bracelets for coping with grief and loss, mental health, and inspiration. Peggy coordinated a weekly women’s walking group for 7 years, and she hosts women’s hiking events for spiritual growth and personal development. When she’s not focused on her businesses, you’ll find Peggy with her husband and three children in the mountains, downhill or telemark skiing, kayaking, hiking, or mountain biking. You can learn more Peggy’s beautiful work at: drpeggydelong.com  And to join the fun of Project WonderFULL’s 3rd Birthday Challenge for free, subscribe to the newsletter at projectwonderFULL.com/home#newsletter  And finally, if you’re looking to get in on some monthly beauty for your desktop and phone screensavers, you can learn more at projectwonderfull.com/patreon