What if the answer to stress, burnout, and constant distraction isn’t doing more—but learning how to come back into flow?

In this episode, I sit down with Laurie Smith, author of The Flow Habit, to explore how we reconnect with our natural state of presence, creativity, and ease—even in a world that pulls us in a thousand different directions.

Laurie shares how a simple 5–10 minute daily practice became a global flow movement, along with the science behind flow states and why they are essential for our nervous system, our creativity, and our ability to perform at our best.

We explore:

• What it really means to be “in flow”
• The neuroscience behind flow and why it feels so good
• How to reconnect with your spark through small, daily practices
• Why joy is a powerful driver of performance and clarity
• How flow impacts leadership, wellness, and the way we show up in our lives

Laurie also shares a powerful life-changing story that brought her into a deep state of peace in the midst of chaos—and ultimately shaped the work she does today.

Follow Laurie:

Buy The Flow Habit: Creating Peace, Passion, Purpose & Everyday Miracles Sign up for Laurie's FREE 28-Day Flow Challenge Sign up for Laurie's email newsletter -- Let Life Flow

Follow Laurie on https://substack.com/@flowhabit

Follow Laurie on Instagram – @LaurieSmith_inspired

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Visit Laurie's website: www.LaurieSmith.com

or www.TheFlowHabit.com

Follow JoAnne Pavin:

Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/

Substack: https://substack.com/@joannepavin

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In this episode of the Nourish Me Podcast I’m joined by Bonnie Piesse a soul alignment and manifestation coach, singer-songwriter and actress - best known for her role as Aunt Beru in the Star Wars series. Bonnie is the host of Your Quantum Life podcast, and is also known as one of the NXIVM whistleblowers featured in the HBO docu-series The Vow.

Together, we explore what it really means to come back to yourself in a world that constantly pulls you outward.

Our conversation goes beyond traditional wellness. Bonnie shares her journey from Hollywood and music into profound spiritual awakening, and how meditation, breathwork, and deep presence opened the door to intuition, healing, and transformation.

In this episode, we explore:

– Why so many people feel overwhelmed and disconnected

– The role of the nervous system in stress and healing

– What it means to soften, surrender, and trust yourself

– Simple ways to ground your energy and come back to your body

This episode is especially aligned with Stress Awareness Month—a reminder that the most powerful shift isn’t doing more, but reconnecting to what’s already within you.

✨ Stay until the end for a guided meditation with Bonnie to help you regulate your nervous system, release tension, and return to a place of calm.

Follow Bonnie Piesse:

Website: https://www.bonniepiesse.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniempiesse/

Your Quantum Life Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/yourquantumlife/

Follow JoAnne Pavin:

Website: https://www.joannepavin.com/

Substack: https://substack.com/@joannepavin

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lamJoannepavin

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C

In this episode, JoAnne is joined by her lifelong friend, Kelly Stobart—an incredibly talented stylist, educator, and creative force in the beauty industry with over 35 years of experience. Kelly’s journey has taken her from some of Chicago’s most prestigious salons to international training with the most respected names in the industry, including Vidal Sassoon and the legendary Oribe Canales. Her work has even extended to styling for runway shows in Paris and New York, bringing a global perspective to everything she does.

But beyond her impressive credentials, Kelly brings something even more powerful to her work—a deep understanding that what happens behind the chair is about far more than hair. It’s about connection, healing, creativity, and helping people feel seen.

In the upcoming episode we talk about self-care for caregivers, energy exchange, burnout, healing rituals, creativity, and why taking care of yourself first is essential if you want to truly serve others. This is an inspiring conversation about resilience, friendship, feminine wisdom, and the kind of transformation that happens from the inside out.

Follow Kelly:

www.kellystobart.com

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/kellystobart/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/kelly.stobart

Follow JoAnne Pavin: Substack: https://substack.com/@joannepavin

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannepavin/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanne.pavin/

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YouTube: https://youtube.com/@joannepavin?si=HA2a7ySsYKwWMw4C