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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...

Send us Fan Mail Connect with Michelle: https://www.beashappyasyourdog.com/  Subscribe for more nature + creativity inspiration Like & comment: What’s one small moment you can celebrate today? 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join What if happiness isn’t about having more… but noticing more? In this episode...

Send us Fan Mail Find Tonya here: https://www.accentedglory.com Instagram / Socials: @accentglory Tonya Cross, Founder of Accent Glory, Tonya is a pharmacist, designer, entrepreneur, and creative business coach. Her handcrafted accessories blend cultural storytelling, sustainability, and unique design. What happens when creativity, entrepreneurship, and nature all intersect? In this episode of Wil...

Send us Fan Mail Are black cats really unlucky? Why are snakes, bats, vultures, and sharks feared by humans? In this episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren Connolly explores the myths and superstitions behind animals often labeled as “creepy,” “dangerous,” or unlucky—especially with Friday the 13th approaching. From snakes and sharks to bats, vultures, frogs, and insects, many of the animals people fear...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful episode of Wildly Unplug , Lauren sits down with Betty, author of From Orphan to Inspiration: How 11 Miracles from God Helped Me Escape Death and Find Hope . Originally recorded in October 2024 and released in 2026 — this conversation feels divinely timed. Bettie shares her journey growing up in Uganda, surviving multiple near-death experiences, almost losing her...

Send us Fan Mail 🌿 Download your free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide here: 👉 https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/ebd116a3a09647638aa4d85c004839fa/join Welcome to Wildly Unplug , a podcast about nature connection, creativity, conservation, and stepping away from hustle culture. In this short solo episode, I’m sharing the story behind my free Wildly Unplug Starter Guide: Paint. Observe. Connect. — a simp...

Send us Fan Mail After a break filled with big life changes, I’m back—and I’m excited to share what’s been blooming behind the scenes. In this episode, I open up about our move to Florida, navigating this season with my family, and how a little unexpected quiet time helped spark a whole new wave of creativity. While life has been busy, I’ve been building a watercolor tutorial series designed to he...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Wildly Unplug , where we reconnect with nature and creativity through immersive stories and grounded conversations. In this episode, we dive deep—literally—with Delia , a freediver, mindful travel coach, and global conservation advocate who’s redefining what it means to live wildly and unplugged. 🧘‍♀️ How to Reconnect With Nature Today Delia’s favorite nature ritu...

Send us Fan Mail Thinking of being a guest on a podcast—or already lining up interviews to share your story or mission? In this episode of Wildly Unplug , we explore the art of being a standout podcast guest with heart, clarity, and confidence. From preparing before recording to shining in your area of expertise and following up with intention, this guide walks you through the do’s and don’ts of a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Wildly Unplug , Lauren celebrates her latest public art installation— Man’s Best Friend —featured on a utility box as part of the SURGE project in Springfield Township. She shares the behind-the-scenes joy of the artist community and offers real talk on navigating art contests, rejection, and creative resilience. If you're an artist looking to apply or spon...

Send us Fan Mail Hey nature lovers – Lauren here, and today’s podcast is a little different. I want to take you behind the scenes of one of the most personal, emotional chapters of my creative journey so far. This is the story of how I wrote a book, poured my entire soul into it… and then got rejected. Not by a publisher, but by a platform that’s supposed to make self-publishing accessible. This i...

Send us Fan Mail 📖 Wildly Unplug Is Almost Here – A Sneak Peek into the Book That Started It All Welcome back, Explorers, to Wildly Unplug – the podcast where we breathe deep, slow down, and reconnect with what really matters: nature, creativity, and our sense of wonder. I’m your guide, Lauren, and today’s episode – and blog – is extra special. I’m beyond excited to officially announce something...

Send us Fan Mail Hey there, wild ones—and welcome back to Wildly Unplug , the podcast where we trade burnout for beauty, hustle for healing, and discover ourselves again through nature, art, and adventure. So… you’re thinking podcasting might be for you? Then I’m here to tell you—it IS. If you feel the nudge, the whisper, the wild idea that you have something to say— follow that. The world needs y...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Wildly Unplug —where we share stories of nature, creativity, and conservation, and discover what unfolds when you step outside and reconnect with your inner wild. In today’s episode, I had the joy of speaking with Steffi, a holistic psychologist, intuitive artist, and the creator behind In Essence You Are Beautiful —a deeply moving project that helps others reconne...