Is your relationship with work your most unhealthy one? In a culture that prioritizes constant production and consumption, it’s easy to feel like you’re just a cog in a machine, disconnected from your own vitality and purpose. The pressure to hustle is relentless, and the system can feel impossible to escape.

What if the antidote isn’t working harder, but divesting from that system altogether? That is the question today’s guest, Megan Leatherman, helps us explore. Megan is an anticapitalist teacher, writer, and vocational guide who teaches people how to "compost capitalism" by reconnecting to the land, the seasons, and their own inner knowing.

For both Jay and Megan, the realization that our lives and bodies are not meant to operate like machines was a huge “Hey, Wait” moment. They discuss how capitalism is both powerful and precarious, and how small, gentle acts of rebellion, like watching the sunset or paying attention to the seasons, can help us reclaim our life force.

In this episode, Megan talks about:

► What it means to "compost capitalism" and live an anti-capitalist life.​
► How to find your true vocation when you feel trapped by the need to earn a wage.​
► Using the wisdom of the seasons, especially autumn, to practice letting go.​
► Simple, accessible ways to reconnect with the land, even if you live in a city.​

Connect with Megan Leatherman:

► Website: https://awildnewwork.com/
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awildnewwork/
► Podcast: A Wild New Work https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-wild-new-work/id1437555777

And to stay connected with Jay, head over to jaymoonfields.com and follow along on Instagram. If you have a question for the podcast, send it in. You might just hear it on a future episode.

Connect with Jay:

► Official Website: https://jaymoonfields.com/
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heywaitwithjay/
► (Book) less lost: finding and being yourself in the wilds of ordinary life https://www.amazon.com/less-lost-finding-yourself-ordinary/dp/B0FSDSG63B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=221PWAS0W0ZLC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-eRJFgQB4PnBUu9EFA5KH0qjLkBb0WOaS_HjQyUF2kw.CNtBvCKk6A0VuF_beHrhgWISjOophnXc2zr577YZlOk&dib_tag=se&keywords=less+lost+jay+fields&qid=1759192701&sprefix=less+lost%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1
► “Yours Truly” Coaching Program: https://jaymoonfields.com/coaching
► Jay Moon Fields’ Books Less Lost and Teaching People Not Poses on Amazon
► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymoonfields/

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Have you ever felt like an imposter, terrified of being "found out" as unqualified, despite your successes? What if the key to overcoming that fear wasn't to "get it together," but to get radically honest and build your own unique toolkit for mental fitness?

You may know Stephanie Szostak from her roles in hit films and shows like The Devil Wears Prada, Iron Man 3, and A Million Little Things. But behind the Hollywood success was a decade-long struggle with imposter syndrome that came to a head after she landed her first lead role. Paralyzed by fear and self-criticism, she realized the only way forward was to stop trying to be who she thought she should be and start building a practice to reconnect with herself.

That is the "Hey, Wait" moment that led Stephanie to create her "Personal Playbook," a daily practice of mental fitness that became the foundation for her book, Self!sh. It’s a powerful tool for anyone who wants to move from self-doubt to self-discovery and live with more confidence, joy, and meaning.

In this episode, Stephanie talks about:
► Her journey from the corporate world at Chanel to pursuing acting at age 29.
► The powerful story of how she overcame debilitating imposter syndrome.
► The "Personal Playbook": what it is and how to create your own.
► Finding your "glimmers" and why being "selfish" is essential for your wellbeing.
► What she learned about tough love from playing a real-life mother in her new film, Soul on Fire.

To learn more about Stephanie's work, visit her websites and check out her book, "Self!sh: Step Into a Journey of Self-Discovery to Revive Confidence, Joy, and Meaning."

And to stay connected with Jay, head over to jaymoonfields.com and follow along on Instagram. If you have a question for the podcast, send it in. You might just hear it on a future episode.

Connect with Stephanie Szostak:

► Official Website: https://www.stephanieszostak.me
► Playbook Website: https://selfishplaybook.com
► Book (Self!sh): https://stephanieszostak.me/selfish/
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephshortstak
► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephanie-szostak-86556b213/

Connect with Jay:

► Official Website: https://jaymoonfields.com/
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heywaitwithjay/

► (Book) less lost: finding and being yourself in the wilds of ordinary life https://www.amazon.com/less-lost-finding-yourself-ordinary/dp/B0FSDSG63B/ref=sr_1_1?crid=221PWAS0W0ZLC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-eRJFgQB4PnBUu9EFA5KH0qjLkBb0WOaS_HjQyUF2kw.CNtBvCKk6A0VuF_beHrhgWISjOophnXc2zr577YZlOk&dib_tag=se&keywords=less+lost+jay+fields&qid=1759192701&sprefix=less+lost%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-1

► “Yours Truly” Coaching Program: https://jaymoonfields.com/coaching
► Jay Moon Fields’ Book “Teaching People Not Poses”: https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-People-Not-Poses-Principles/dp/1478326913/
► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymoonfields/

What happens when your job becomes your entire identity? For many high-achievers, the line between a strong work ethic and a work addiction can become blurry, leading to burnout and a disconnect from what truly matters.

Imagine building your identity around being "good at work" since elementary school, only to realize that the success you chased left you feeling empty and anxious. This was the reality for today’s guest, Kyle Elliott. He turned his personal struggle with work addiction and mental health into a powerful mission as a trauma-informed coach, helping people navigate their careers with authenticity and intention.

Kyle's journey from workaholic to finding a balanced, value-driven life was his "Hey, Wait" moment. He discovered that true success isn't just about performance, but about aligning your work with your most authentic--most fabulous--self.

In this episode, Kyle talks about:
► His personal story of work addiction and the "aha" moment that changed everything.
► What it means to be a trauma-informed career coach and how trauma can show up in our work.
► How to define and practice authenticity in the workplace without compromising your well-being.
► Actionable tools to find career clarity and manage stress, including his "Next Job Manifestation Guide."

To learn more about Kyle Elliott, visit his website at https://caffeinatedkyle.com

To get free actionable tools for your career, visit https://caffeinatedkyle.com/freebies/

And to stay connected with Jay, head over to jaymoonfields.com and follow along on Instagram. If you have a question for the podcast, send it in. You might just hear it on a future episode.

Connect with Kyle Elliott:
► Official Website: https://caffeinatedkyle.com/
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caffeinatedkyle/
► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylecromerelliott/

Connect with Jay:
► Official Website: https://jaymoonfields.com/
► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heywaitwithjay/
► “Yours Truly” Coaching Program: https://jaymoonfields.com/coaching
► Jay Moon Fields’ Book “Teaching People Not Poses”: https://www.amazon.com/Teaching-People-Not-Poses-Principles/dp/1478326913/
► LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaymoonfields/