Thought Experiment Called Life - Mindset, Resilience, Creativity, and Intentional Living

Welcome to Thought Experiment Called Life. I’m Greta—musician, martial artist, herbalist, and your unofficial side-quest guide. This podcast was born from a deep desire to ask better questions, challenge the stories we tell ourselves, and rewrite the real-life algorithms that quietly run our days. I speak to the misfits, the multi-passionate, the chronically ill, the creatively alive, and the spir...

In this solo episode, I’m opening my heart to share what’s been supporting me on the journey—especially during those in-between moments when the vision hasn’t fully landed, but it’s still calling you forward. This is one of those episodes that flowed out exactly as it needed to. I’m sharing some of my most treasured tools—the ones that carry me through the hard times, the waiting seasons, and the...

"Fear is always there, but so is trust." This is one of those conversations that just keeps getting better. I’ve wanted to sit down with my friend and sister martial artist, Erin Reis, for a long time to hear more of her perspectives on life—on managing multiple passions, growing through life’s many chapters, and her path to motherhood, to name a few. Erin is a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, c...

For years, chronic illness forced me to create a bubble—physically, emotionally, and socially. It kept me safe, but at a certain point, I had to ask: Was I still protecting myself, or was I holding myself back? This episode explores the balance between nurturing yourself and stepping beyond fear, using a pivotal moment in my healing journey as an example. Whether you’re healing from illness, traum...

Welcome to Thought Experiment Called Life, a podcast for the multi-passionate, unconventional, and endlessly curious. In this episode, I share a powerful reframe for those moments when you feel stuck, frustrated, or like life isn’t moving fast enough. Drawing from my own experiences—chronic illness, creative pursuits, career pivots, and unexpected detours—I explore how life is a lot like a video g...

This week, I’m bringing you a special interview with one of my best friends, longtime confidants, and all-around incredible humans—Jess Margera. You might know him as the powerhouse drummer behind CKY, The Company Band, and Viking Skull, or from his appearances in the Jackass movies. I’ve been wanting to have Jess on the podcast for a while now, and for good reason. He’s built an unconventional ca...

I fell in love with  plant medicine  after it helped me reclaim my health following years of merely surviving with  Chronic Lyme disease . This powerful experience led me to earn a  Master’s in Therapeutic Herbalism and Integrative Nutrition , so I could share the knowledge of how to use  medicinal plants  to support healing and empowerment. In this episode, I share&n...

I only recently learned the term multi-passionate, and it was a game-changer for me. For years, I felt ashamed of my many interests, worrying that it made me seem flaky. But now, I see it for what it is—an essential part of who I am and how I navigate life. In this episode, I break down the practical and logistical ways I manage my multi-passionate career, hoping to offer insights that help you ta...

In this episode of Thought Experiment Called Life, I explore what it means to be more like water—and the powerful benefits this mindset can bring. Water can be a tremendous force, crashing through obstacles, yet it also knows when to flow effortlessly, carving its own unique path. Life requires both approaches. Sometimes, we need to push forward with strength, and other times, we must adapt and mo...

In this episode, my spouse, Matt DeVito, and I dive into an open and honest conversation about the realities of entrepreneurship, goal setting, and personal growth—while navigating life with autoimmune disease. With him living with  Type 1 Diabetes  and me managing  Chronic Lyme , we’ve had to find unique ways to balance ambition with health, curate a lifestyle that truly works for...

My 22-Year Lyme Journey: Lessons, Hope & Healing For 22 years, I’ve been on a journey with Lyme disease—one filled with struggles, lessons, and ultimately, resilience. I truly believe that sharing our stories has the power to impact others in ways we can’t always imagine. If you’re battling Lyme or any chronic illness, I want you to know: you are not alone. So many of us have been dismissed, t...

I’ve been training in martial arts since I was 15 and have earned a black belt in Krav Maga and a brown belt in BJJ. Self-defense has been a huge part of my life—both as a student and a teacher. I've had the privilege of training with some of the best in the industry, including military and law enforcement, and I’ve taught countless civilians. One thing I admire about the best instructors is their...

Welcome to the very first episode of  Thought Experiment Called Life ! I’m so excited to finally share this space with you—a place where creativity, curiosity, and living unconventional lives meet. In this episode, I’ll dive into what this podcast is all about, the magic of messy, expansive thinking, and why cultivating our creative brain is so important. I’ll also share some of my favorite t...

Learning to surrender and accept what I couldn’t control was one of the hardest lessons I’ve faced, but it taught me to find peace and joy in the life I do have. Living with Lyme disease forced me to stop fighting for what 'should be' and instead embrace the beauty of what is. Inspired by Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning and Michael Beckwith’s wisdom, I found happiness in the present momen...

Last year, my business came to an end. While I was devastated, I knew deep down that my true calling was still waiting for me. My first instinct was to dive in and “fix” the situation as quickly as possible—especially since we had no income at the time. But I soon realized that my usual hustle energy was the exact opposite of what my path required. Instead, my journey called for me to embrace the...