Creative Pep Talk 480 - Creating Wonder Rituals, with Katherine May
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Nov 20, 2024 
Katherine May, author of "Enchantment" and "Wintering," dives into the essence of finding wonder in our lives. She discusses nurturing a child-like awe as a remedy for burnout and emphasizes the impact of simple presence. May shares inspiring ways to reconnect with nature and creativity, revealing how rituals can guide us towards renewal. The conversation touches on the balance between structure and mystical inspiration, urging listeners to embrace enchantment to foster self-care and artistic growth.
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Pizza's Introduction to May's Work
- Andy J. Pizza's wife introduced him to Katherine May's work.
- He found it helpful in understanding presence and appreciating small things, which he struggles with due to ADHD.
Finding Solace in Meditation
- Katherine May discusses her tendency to retreat inward due to the outside world feeling unsafe.
- Through meditation, she learned to reconnect with her body and find solace, improving her attention.
Boredom and Disassociation
- Andy J. Pizza and Katherine May discuss their shared experience of boredom and disassociation, but for different reasons.
- Pizza disassociates due to understimulation, while May retreats due to overstimulation.
