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Send us Fan Mail 🔗 Connect with Ryan: https://www.ryangalway.com 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join What does it take to chase a lifelong dream in the music industry while staying authentic to yourself? In this episode of the Wildly Unplug podcast, Lauren sits down with musician, songwriter, producer, and f...

Send us Fan Mail Week 12 of the 1,000 Rejection Challenge brought an unexpected realization: I had four rejections this week... and they weren't the most important thing that happened. In this episode, I share why that feels like a major milestone, the surprising power of encouragement after last week's troll encounter, and how a few kind messages reminded me that words can build people...

Send us Fan Mail 🔗 Connect with Peter: Website: https://www.peterdraws.com/ Follow on Instagram: @Peterdraws Youtube: @peter_draws 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join What happens when an artist stops overthinking, trusts their gut, and simply starts creating? In this episode of the Wildly Unplug podcast, La...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a week feels like nothing is moving forward? In this week's 1,000 Rejection Challenge update, Lauren shares a surprisingly eventful "stagnant" week that included a film festival rejection, an unforgettable encounter with an internet troll, and an unexpected opportunity connected to NASA. Along the way, she explores the difference between criticism...

Send us Fan Mail 🕊️ In Memory of Melanie Since recording this episode, Melanie unexpectedly passed away. Her joy for art, storytelling, animals, and life itself shines throughout this conversation. I’m deeply grateful our paths crossed, even briefly, and I hope this episode inspires others to slow down, create, and appreciate the people who leave lasting impressions on our hearts. Follow Melanie /...

Send us Fan Mail Week 10 of the 1,000 Rejection Challenge brought an unexpected lesson: not every acceptance is actually a win. In this episode of Wildly Unplugged , Lauren shares how the excitement of receiving a children's book publishing offer quickly turned into a crash course on vanity publishing, author scams, and the importance of doing your research before signing a contract. After re...

Send us Fan Mail Learn more / book a trip: Safari experiences: https://www.pamojasafaris.com What if you could build a life that combines travel, wildlife, and entrepreneurship… and actually make it work? In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I sit down with Scott to talk about how he turned a passion for adventure into a career—running safari experiences in Africa, food tours in Japan, and creativ...

Send us Fan Mail The honeymoon phase is over. Now what? In this honest episode of Wildly Unplugged , Lauren Connolly shares a raw update from her 1,000 Rejection Challenge , reflecting on burnout, creative resilience, art rejection, and navigating major life transitions. After months of pitching podcasts, submitting artwork, applying for grants, and pursuing opportunities, Lauren reveals the surpr...

Send us Fan Mail Link to Peter's Website- https://www.petersewell.com/photography.html What happens when life completely falls apart… and you choose to start over? In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I sit down with Peter Sewell to talk about travel, photography, resilience, and how reconnecting with the world can help you reconnect with yourself. After a major life transition, Peter set out...

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Send us Fan Mail 🔗 Connect with Jason: https://www.jasonedwards.co/en-us What does it really take to become a wildlife photographer for National Geographic? In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I sit down with Jason Edwards—former zookeeper turned world-renowned wildlife photographer—to uncover the raw, unfiltered truth behind a career that many people dream about… but few truly understand. From...

Send us Fan Mail Wildly Rejected Week 7: Becoming the Bison, Avoiding Art Scams & Celebrating a Sea Turtle Win In this Week 7 update of the Wildly Unplug podcast, Lauren Connolly shares the latest chapter of the Wildly Rejected Challenge , also known as Becoming the Bison : a creative challenge to face rejection head-on instead of running from it. This week brings a mix of discernment, disappo...

Send us Fan Mail 🔗 Connect with Noah / Equinox Guiding Service: https://equinoxguidingservice.com Can rock climbing actually help you overcome fear? In this episode of Wildly Unplugged, I talk with Noah from Equinox Guiding Service about rock climbing, mountaineering, and how stepping outside your comfort zone can completely transform your mindset. Whether you’re afraid of heights or just feeling...

Send us Fan Mail 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join Get Ashley's Tracker here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-184085682 WEEK SIX of the 1000 Rejections Challenge got messy… because this week’s theme is SCAMS. In this episode of Wildly Unplug, I share the uncomfortable side of being a creative online:...

Send us Fan Mail 🔗 Connect with Gabby: Website: https://gracefullygabbie.my.canva.site Follow her journey: @gracefullygabby TikTok: @gabbys1000nos 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join What if rejection wasn’t something to avoid—but something to chase? In this episode of Wildly Unplug, I sit down with content...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Wildly Unplug , Lauren shares a real-time update from her 1000 Rejections Challenge—recorded fresh after a dentist visit (yes, novocain and all). What starts with burnt potato chips (the cover photo is not cookies 😅) turns into a deeper reflection on creative risk, momentum, and the unexpected wins that come from simply asking. Lauren opens up about something s...

Send us Fan Mail 🔗 Connect with Clara: Find her work, book, and resources here: 👉 https://www.claraschroeder.com/book 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join What if the reason we feel overwhelmed, burned out, or disconnected… is because we’ve lost our relationship with nature? In this episode of Wildly Unplugg...

Send us Fan Mail Week 4 of the 1000 Rejections Challenge brought an unexpected shift—not in results, but in mindset. This week, Lauren reflects on entering the Montgomery Photography Contest, an event she’s participated in for years. While this year didn’t result in a win, it marked a powerful personal breakthrough. Instead of stress, comparison, and frustration, she found herself relaxed, present...

Send us Fan Mail 🔭 Where to Find Mark Website: https://authormarkbenson.com Instagram: @waysidewriter 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join What happens when grief meets the cosmos?  In this episode of Wildly Unplug, I sit down with author and NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Benson to explore space, storytel...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the excitement wears off… and the waiting begins? In this Week 3 update of the “Wildly Rejected a.k.a. Becoming the Bison” Lauren steps fully into the storm—where the “no’s” start to outweigh the “yeses,” and most opportunities sit in the uncomfortable space of maybe .  This episode dives into the part of the journey no one talks about: The emotional shift from e...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode of Wildly Unplug , Lauren shares the real challenge behind her “1000 Rejections” journey—and it’s not what you might think. Week one was about taking the leap. Week two? Learning how to start again. After gaining momentum, a pause crept in—and with it came doubt, overthinking, and the fear of slipping back into old patterns. From a meaningful rejection by th...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you stop avoiding rejection… and start chasing it? In this Week 1 recap of the Wildly Rejected challenge, Lauren shares how committing to 1,000 rejections is already shifting her mindset, confidence, and creativity in unexpected ways. After diving in headfirst—sending bold pitches, applying for collaborations, and reaching out to major art brands—Lauren is surpri...

Send us Fan Mail If a tree falls in the forest and no one is around to hear it… does it make a sound? What about your art? In this episode of Wildly Unplug , Lauren explores a question many modern creatives quietly struggle with: If it’s not recorded, shared, or posted… does it even count? After catching herself mid-painting—ready to stop and film content—Lauren chose instead to stay in the moment...

Send us Fan Mail What if rejection wasn’t something to avoid—but something to chase? In this episode of Wildly Unplug , Lauren shares a raw and honest story about getting targeted by a phishing scam, navigating creative burnout, and making a bold decision: to collect 1,000 rejections. As artists and creatives, we’re often told to put ourselves out there—but fear of rejection, online scams, and con...