What makes Wendell “Stretch” Clendennen with Stretch & Company a good neighbor?

Stretch believes joy doesn’t have to be complicated—sometimes it starts with a single balloon twist. In this episode, we sit down with the veteran entertainer behind “Stretch the Balloon Dude” to trace a journey that began in children’s church and evolved from clown makeup into a clean, approachable style that welcomes kids and adults alike. He shares how a carnival theme sparked a decades-long career, why removing the makeup opened doors for people who fear clowns, and how reading the room shapes every design—from quick balloon dogs and swords to princess crowns and towering dinosaurs.

At the heart of the conversation is joy as a business model. Stretch explains the wide range of audiences he serves, from toddlers to centenarians, and why even a one-balloon dog can become a core memory when it lands in the right hands. We unpack common myths about balloon artists, the difference between edgy adult designs and his family-first promise, and how clear values make it easier for parents, schools, and companies to book with confidence. He also shares how he markets locally by showing up at events, funneling interest through Facebook and Instagram, organizing everything with Linktree, and teaching aspiring twisters on his YouTube channel.

When COVID disrupted live events, Stretch diversified into real estate photography, sharpening his eye for composition and storytelling while keeping balloons at the heart of his brand. He’s also a photographer specializing in nature, wildlife, and real estate, adding another creative layer to Stretch & Company. Through it all, the theme stays constant: create delight you can see, build trust you can feel, and keep your craft accessible to “kids of any age.”

Stretch & Company is a family- and veteran-owned business providing balloon art, face painting, and Santa appearances for events of all types—bringing imagination and warmth wherever they’re invited.

If you care about local small business, creative entrepreneurship, or simply love the magic of a well-timed dinosaur balloon, this story will stick with you.

To learn more about Stretch & Company go to:
https://stretchc.com

Stretch & Company
+1 (214) 868-2917

What makes Marisa Hayes with Absolute Touch Organizing a good neighbor?

Marisa believes clutter is rarely about storage—it’s about stories. In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Absolute Touch Organizing to explore how grief, scarcity, and childhood beliefs quietly shape the piles in our closets and the stacks in our garages. Instead of chasing picture-perfect pantries, Marisa focuses on compassionate, sustainable change—helping people reclaim peace, dignity, and control by understanding the emotions beneath their belongings.

Marisa shares her journey from more than two decades in healthcare to over a decade in professional organizing, sparked by a single act of service for a woman in need. That moment revealed a deeper calling: guiding clients through emotionally complex situations, including hoarding, which she approaches as a mental health issue that may require therapeutic support before any bins come out. She explains why the common myth—“it’s just stuff”—misses the truth, and how emotional decluttering helps clients rewrite old scripts rooted in grief, fear of not having enough, or the pressure to hold onto every memory.

We also explore how Absolute Touch Organizing grew largely through word of mouth, supported by Google, Yelp, Facebook, and candid TikTok Live sessions where Marisa answers tough questions in real time. She previews two upcoming books—one focused on grief decluttering and another on letting go of what no longer serves you—and explains how her services span in-home assessments, virtual organizing, and life coaching for clients across state lines. Based in Dallas, Texas, Absolute Touch Organizing specializes in professional home organizing services designed to bring clarity, function, and calm back into everyday living spaces. Each project—from closets and kitchens to entire homes—is approached with intention, structure, and respect for the client’s lifestyle and routines.

If you’re ready to take a gentle first step toward clarity and calm, this conversation offers a compassionate place to begin.

To learn more about Absolute Touch Organizing go to:
https://www.absolutetouchcleaning.com/

Absolute Touch Organizing
+1 (972) 513-6750

What makes Dr. Rebecca Harvey with Total Wellness Consultants a good neighbor?

Dr. Rebecca Harvey believes that insight alone isn’t enough to heal trauma—the nervous system holds the keys to lasting change. In this episode, we trace her unexpected path from working inside federal and state prisons to building a thriving trauma-focused private practice. Along the way, Rebecca shares a core truth she’s learned through years of clinical work: understanding your past can open compassion, but regulation and safety in the body are what create real freedom.

Rebecca breaks down why so many high-functioning people still feel stuck despite years of talk therapy. She explains how trauma shows up as state, not just story, and how once-protective patterns like perfectionism, numbing, people-pleasing, and hypervigilance can quietly limit our ability to love, lead, and rest. We walk through practical tools she uses with clients—simple nervous system regulation strategies, parts-aware therapy, and integration practices that help transform insight into stable, embodied change.

We also explore her expanding work with psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy in Colorado, where legal frameworks now allow carefully supervised care. Rebecca outlines who may benefit, why preparation and integration matter more than the peak experience itself, and how this modality can catalyze progress when traditional approaches plateau. Along the way, we touch on the power of word-of-mouth referrals, the subtle social signals that reflect genuine healing, and the personal rituals—travel, fitness, and lifelong learning—that keep her grounded and effective.

If you’re ready to move beyond understanding why patterns exist and start changing how your body responds to life, this conversation offers a clear, humane path forward rooted in safety, compassion, and sustainable growth.

To learn more about Total Wellness Consultants go to: https://www.totalwellnessconsultants.com/

Total Wellness Consultants
(714)679-6111