Earful of Erin

A missing fuzzy sock reminded me why words matter, why stories matter, and why sometimes we get to pass the message along. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

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Share! Share! Share! What should our secret share-password be??? OH - maybe #CRISPYONIONCULT !!! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

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This summer, I’m building a sandcastle. Not a literal one (although I’m not ruling that out). A creative one. One that has been living in my heart for months and is finally making its way onto the page. This week: a beach terrier, a rainbow, and the moment I decided to stop overthinking and start building. Bring your pails, your shovels, and love. 🧡 Join My Substack This is a public episode. If y...

Want to subscribe to receive updates from REIMAGINE on the Caregiver Conversation series? Click the link below: https://ucsd.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_elbLukm6N6pdItU This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

A real-life snapshot of caregiving, chaos, and small grounding moments - plus an honest look at what support can look like when you’re overwhelmed. Links: Caregiver Clarity Sessions Annette Montgomery and her group for massage therapists, Bolstered Little Video for the Socials My YouTube Channel Kim Mosiman and her podcast My Friend Writes Melissa Crook and her YouTube channel Embracing Layers The...

What if healing isn’t something you have to figure out, but something you already feel? Listen in for a reflection on scent, intuition, and trusting what brings you back to yourself. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

A year ago today, I walked out of an ER when they told me to stay. Not because I had a plan… but because something in me said NO. This past year? Messy. Expansive. Painful. Beautiful. If you’ve ever questioned your own inner voice… this one’s for you. Referenced material: What Nobody Tells You About Caring for Aging Parents . (If you're not already a subscriber, I found a 30 day free trial for you...

Anger isn’t rage - it’s information. In this first episode of a four-part series, we explore healthy anger in caregiving and why suppressing it may be fueling burnout. Take the Anger & Archetype Survey and be part of next week’s conversation! Take the Caregiving Archetype Quiz »HERE« Take the Anger & Archetypes Survey »HERE« And if you dare… here’s the link to the super gross Train Spotting refere...

It’s thirty Degrees and I have no emotional support fleece. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

A gentle reflection on birthday traditions, candle magic, and why being witnessed matters more than cake. Plus: Carvel ice cream cake nostalgia and a surprising carrot cake confession. 🎧🧡 For cake statistics and other birthday cake folly you can check out this  Tastewise blog ,  the Ultimate Guide to Birthday cakes blog , or  Food and Wine’s  take on birthday cake history This is a public episod...

A reflective midweek pause exploring grounding, caregiving, grief, and the quiet clarity that comes when we stop fighting ourselves and simply decide. Listen in. Check out the new breezy newsletter template » HERE « This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

Cheez-Its, cheap wine, and the art of deciding to stop hustling. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe

Ever eaten shrimp tails because you didn’t know any better? 🦐This story will make you laugh — and remind you that caregiving (and life) is all about learning as you go and finding the people who can help you along the way. Listen or read the full story, and catch up on past issues anytime. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episod...

When life gets weird… from car donation drama to caregiving scavenger hunts and one wildly inappropriate massage inquiry - the Beaver Moon had something to say about it. This week I share what happened when I almost skipped a full moon cacao ceremony and how the oracle cards reminded me to breathe out, watch, and wait. There’s still time to sign up for the Stop The Spiral mini-course (special pric...

When LifeGift asked me to write about Jerry, I froze. This week’s story is about the love, laughter, and lessons behind finding the right words when it’s not your story to tell. ❤️ Loving the audio version of the Hump Day Newsletter? Become a subscriber to access all of the audio archives, the written version of the newsletter, PLUS bonus editions just for subscribers. Resources from this episode:...

Ever feel like life has you stumbling around, unsure of your next step? In this week’s episode, I share a personal story about navigating change—and why sometimes we just need a map back to clarity. I’ll introduce the Back to Basics Mini Course , a practical, lifetime resource designed to help caregivers reset, rebuild, and reconnect to their center. Advance purchase is open now for just $11 (it’s...

This morning I woke up with full-on monkey brain —lists, worries, half-dreams, and scattered thoughts. My body started moving in ways I didn’t expect, like it was releasing trauma without me even trying. Instead of fighting it, I let it happen. Then I went for a walk (even though I’ve been afraid to). By the end, I shifted from anxious and stuck… to calm and hopeful. This episode is about breaking...

Celebrations come in all forms — donuts, milestones, and little life wins. In this episode, I’m sharing what I’m celebrating (including over 100 quiz takers!) and inviting you to celebrate with me. You can download the free pdf Five Ways to Celebrate (without Cake or Champagne) »HERE« This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, vi...

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✨ Thanks for tuning into Earful of Erin — where my writing gets a voice (and a laugh track). 👉 Want more Erin in your life? * Missed a week? Binge all past Hump Day Newsletters here: ErinCopelan.com/blog * Caregiver in the wild? Find out your style with my free quiz: What’s Your Caregiving Archetype? See you next week - new adventures, same love. Because it’s all about love. xoxo This is a publi...

Start writing today. Use the button below to create a Substack of your own Thank you to everyone who tuned into my live video! Join me for my next live video in the app. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erincopelan.substack.com/subscribe