Well, beloved listeners, we've reached the end of Spiritualish. We know this isn't expected (but it wasn't expected by us, either, at least not yet!). We talk about how we reached this decision, why it's the right one for us now, and the anxiety around ending it, too. We love you. We've loved doing this show. Thank you for letting us into your world. Music by Izzy DeVor.

This week we answer a letter from a mom who's been trying to get sober for over a year and struggling hard. She says she's exhausted. She asks, "How does one hold it together all the time?". We've got some answers. Music by Izzy DeVor.

WE'RE BACK! "Those who look for the laws of Nature as support for their new works collaborate with the creator." - Antonio Gaudi. This week, we explore the Vedic concept of "Support of Nature" and how we can always tune into this knowing, elemental force as a guide and powerful feedback mechanism for decision-making and navigation through life. We walk through Meadow's current process of book writing and how this concept is playing out for her in real-time. Music by Izzy DeVor.

"Tie the dog to the damn tree" is some advice Laura heard a few years ago and in the past month, as things started to fall apart, she realized she needed to listen. This week we talk about the anxiety and problems that ensue when we can't tell the difference between what's urgent and important, how to learn to discern between the two, and what to do.

One of the most important questions we can ask ourselves in this life is: how much is enough? In our home, our relationships, money, work, success, our belongings, what is the value of going bigger, and what are the costs? This week, we talk about how we've been wrestling with this question in our own lives and the surprising contrasts in our desires. Music by Izzy DeVor.

"Philip Morris just wanted your lungs; the App Store wants your soul." - Bill Maher, 2018. This week, we explore the concept of Digital Minimalism, as described in Cal Newport's new book of the same title, the significant changes we've both made in response, the early results we've seen, as well as some of the open questions and fears we each have. This isn't about hating on tech (we love it!) but rather understanding the real impact of how we are now "connected", making choices based on what you value most, crushing some of the myths of being an online entrepreneur and "needing" social media, and deciding how you really want to spend your life. Music by Izzy DeVor.

Is there a conversation you've been having for waaaaay too long? (There is, we promise.) This week, we talk about the conversations we want to stop having, and what happens when you get stuck in a loop without realizing it. Also: Laura meets capital R resistance and Meadow goes to visit David Whyte the day after Mary Oliver passes. Music by Izzy DeVor.

TODAY IS OUR ONE YEAR BIRTHDAY! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO SPIRITUALISH! Okay, that aside, this week's episode is about letting the real you be seen. We answer a letter from a woman who isn't sure how to come to terms with who she was in the past, or if she really wants or needs to. She fears the people in her life would be shocked and scatter if they knew what she was like in her drinking days--she's not even sure *she* can accept that person, either. We discuss. And, for inquiring minds, we also discuss Laura's new way of eating, her hellish week of detox, and why she decided to kick grains and sugar.

Do you have things you’re committed to doing more or less daily that keep you sane and functional? Weeeell, you should. We all need them. And this episode might just give you permission to claim your non-negotiables. We talk about ours, why they matter, and how they fit into our day. What does this have to do with John Travolta jazzercizing in short-short shorts? Nothing! But it’s a glorious image to behold, no? Note: We are now on Spotify too, for your Spotify folks. Music by Izzy DeVor

As we approach the darkest and shortest day of the year, we talk about the necessity and value of the dark. Emotionally, seasonally, culturally, and psychologically, we tend to avoid the dark at all costs. But what if we could embrace it, instead? We talk about Laura's deep fear of winter, of the mystical meaning of darkness, and how we might look at it all a little bit differently.