In this podcast episode, L' Shawn and Eryn share their experiences from an impromptu retreat in Denver after their planned trip to Idaho Springs was canceled due to power outages. They discuss how they pivoted to embrace spontaneous experiences, including a visit to a Nordic bathhouse, dining at an Indian restaurant, attending a dueling piano bar, and exploring the Denver Botanic Gardens. Throughout their adventures, they learned valuable lessons about the importance of flexibility, taking risks, embracing vulnerability, and finding meaning in unexpected experiences. The episode highlights the power of hope theory and the idea that sometimes unplanned events can lead to richer, more meaningful experiences than carefully planned ones.

L'Shawn and Eryn explore themes around asking for help, particularly during the holidays and when managing personal and professional responsibilities, with L'Shawn sharing her experiences about seeking support for her daughter's medical needs. The conversation concludes with discussions about the challenges of seeking help during times of grief and loss, emphasizing the value of authentic support and creating space for others to express their needs

L' Shawn and Eryn discuss prioritization and letting go in the context of goal-setting and client work. They explore personal approaches to setting priorities, emphasizing the importance of aligning tasks with values and managing time effectively while acknowledging the challenges of balancing various aspects of work and life. The discussion concludes with practical suggestions for achieving clarity on priorities, including reflection techniques, visualization methods, and the value of seeking external feedback and coaching support.