
Are We Doing This? The Plague, a Poem and Potential Profits
In this episode, Lauren Parajon and Lauren Butler discuss their personal updates, including Lauren B's snow days and a visit from the in-laws, Lauren P's dramatic encounter with "the plague," and the excitement of upcoming trips. They delve into their creative pursuits, particularly poetry, and Lauren P. shares one of her favorite poems from Kate Baer. The conversation shifts to exploring new ventures and side hustles, including Amazon Merch and paid survey opportunities. They also share their current reading and watching recommendations, highlighting the importance of creativity and personal growth.
Lauren B's current Challenge: Taking a poetry class and hopefully finding an open-mic event to share her own words.
Lauren P's current Challenge: Learning how to make money using Amazon Merch On Demand.
Helpful links:
How to Start Print on Demand with Amazon (Beginner Tutorial) https://youtu.be/GJzH7QHECnQ?si=3_ZmJa6OBayvuZDg
Takeaways
- The importance of family support during hectic times.
- Health challenges can impact daily life significantly.
- Creative practices can enhance daily experiences.
- Social media detox can lead to a healthier mindset.
- Exploring new side hustles can be exciting and rewarding.
- Reading and watching can provide valuable insights and entertainment.
- Finding time for creativity amidst busy schedules is challenging.
- Personal growth often comes from trying new things.
- Sharing experiences can foster community and support.
- It's okay to prioritize self-care and enjoyment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Excitement for Episode 3
02:53 Celebrating Milestones and Family Dynamics
05:46 Health Challenges and Illness Experiences
11:36 Valentine's Day Reflections and Family Traditions
14:31 Creative Practices and Poetry Exploration
16:38 Finding Creative Space Amidst Chaos
22:35 Exploring Poetry and Its Impact
26:47 The Journey into Amazon Merch on Demand
31:28 Reintegration and Social Media Detox
33:02 Exploring Unique Money-Making Ideas
34:18 Survey Opportunities and Market Research
35:56 Gardening Ventures and Planting Tips
38:21 Book and Media Recommendations
43:57 Upcoming Plans and Listener Engagement
Keywords
podcast, family, health, creativity, social media, side hustles, reading, watching, personal growth, love is blind
