EBBS & FLOWS with Erin

Erin

Honest conversations about life’s ebbs and flows. Ebbs & Flows with Erin is a podcast about the real experience of being human - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Hosted by Erin, this show explores the messy and meaningful journey of life through honest solo episodes and thoughtful conversations with guests. Each episode blends real talk with practical tools, touching on topics like mental health, holistic wellness, spirituality, personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and self-connection. After navigating her own journey with anxiety, depression, and a major nervous system breakdown, Erin began exploring alternative and holistic approaches to healing, self-discovery, and living with more intention. On this podcast, she shares the insights, tools, and perspectives that helped her reconnect with herself and move forward in a healthier way. This is a space for real conversations - not perfection. Because no one has life completely figured out, and we’re all learning how to move through the ebbs and flows.

  1. JAN 7

    What Are You Watching? & Why It Matters: How Reality TV, Podcasts & Fictional Stories Heal Us

    Connect with Erin! Send a text In this episode, I’m talking about why reality TV, podcasts, fictional TV shows, movies, and even books can all be healing in their own way. We’ll explore why reality TV can feel so comforting when we’re overwhelmed, why podcasts often feel like safe companionship, and why fictional storytelling can feel either deeply nourishing or completely inaccessible depending on where we’re at. I share my own journey of moving through years of reality TV and podcasts, then slowly finding my way back to fictional stories - and what that shift reflected about my healing, emotional capacity, and nervous system regulation.  This is a conversation about: Why comfort shows aren’t “mindless”How storytelling supports us in different seasonsWhy starting a new show or movie can feel overwhelmingLetting go of judgment around what you consumeTrusting that what you’re reaching for is meeting a real needThere’s no hierarchy here. No good or bad. Just information, awareness, and a reminder that whatever you’re watching or listening to right now is allowed. Connect with Erin! Follow on Instagram:@ebbsandflows222 Send me an Email: erinebbsandflows@gmail.com Book a Reiki Session With Me! Products: I Published a Dream Journal! Available on Amazon  Key Takeaways The media we consume reflects the state of our nervous system Reality TV offers low emotional risk and familiarity. Podcasts provide a sense of companionship and comfort. Fictional storytelling allows for deep emotional immersion. Escapism can be a healthy way to process emotions. New stories require emotional availability and can be overwhelming. We have privileged access to diverse storytelling today. Connecting over shared media experiences can foster healing. There is no right or wrong in media consumption Chapters 00:00 My Evolution of Media Consumption 07:35 Reality TV: Comfort and Reflection 15:14 The Healing Power of Podcasts 21:33 Fictional Storytelling: Emotional Immersion 31:03 Navigating New Shows and Movies 35:54 The Importance of Escapism and Balance

    42 min
  2. JAN 1

    You’re Not Lazy: A Gentle New Year Reminder - Intention Over Perfection

    Connect with Erin! Send a text The New Year can come with a lot of pressure to feel motivated, energized, and ready to reinvent your life - but winter isn’t meant for hustle. In this episode, I’m sharing an honest check-in on navigating holiday overwhelm, complex emotions, and the weight that often comes with this time of year. We talk about why feeling tired, unmotivated, or called to rest doesn’t mean you’re lazy - it means you’re human, and your body is responding to a season meant for slowing down and going inward. I also explore why I’m anti-resolution, the difference between perfection and intention, and how setting intentions rooted in how you want to feel can be far more supportive than rigid goals. We’ll touch on natural rhythms, boundaries, and why spring - not January - is often when clarity and momentum naturally return. If the New Year feels heavy, confusing, or overwhelming, this episode is a gentle reminder that nothing is wrong with you. You’re allowed to rest. You’re allowed to move at your own pace. And you’re allowed to honour what this season is asking of you. Connect with Erin! Follow on Instagram:@ebbsandflows222 Send me an Email: erinebbsandflows@gmail.com Book a Reiki Session With Me! Products: I Published a Dream Journal! Available on Amazon  Episode: The Real New Year: Spring Cleaning for your Mind, Body & Energy Key Takeaways It's normal to feel overwhelmed during the holidays. Setting boundaries is essential for self-care. The traditional New Year may not align with natural rhythms. You can experience complex emotions during festive times. Intentions can be more powerful than resolutions. Resting during winter is biologically appropriate. Connection with others is vital for mental health. Self-sabotage can hinder our commitments. It's okay to take breaks and prioritize well-being. Gratitude can enhance our experiences during the holidays. Chapters 04:04 Navigating Holiday Overwhelm 06:55 Setting Boundaries During the Holidays 10:17 The Truth About New Years 13:13 Intentions vs. Resolutions 16:02 Gratitude and Connection in the New Year

    22 min
  3. 12/10/2025

    What Business School Doesn’t Teach You: Landin Brow on Building Nova Auto Detailing

    Connect with Erin! Send a text In this episode, I’m sitting down with my friend Landin Brow - owner of Nova Auto Detailing, who’s been running his business for eight years - to talk about the real, unfiltered side of entrepreneurship. Landin shares how taking the pressure off, trusting real experience, and staying open to guidance helped him build a business that actually feels aligned. One of the themes he comes back to again and again is connection - how having mentors, supportive friendships, and people you can lean on makes the journey less lonely and a lot more doable. He also opens up about how his path challenges a lot of what’s taught in traditional business school. Instead of focusing on rigid frameworks or “perfect plans,” Landin shows how real-world experience, trial and error, and genuine relationships often are what *actually* move you forward. We also explore burnout, discipline, comparison, and letting go of the belief that you need to have everything figured out before you begin. If you’re craving honest insight from someone who built a business through consistency, community, and real-life learning, this conversation will meet you where you’re at. Connect with Landin & Nova Auto! Follow on Instagram: @novaautodetailing_ Visit Nova Auto Detailing Website: www.novaautodetailing.com Connect with Erin! Follow on Instagram: @ebbsandflows222 Send me an Email: erinebbsandflows@gmail.com Book a Reiki Session With Me! Chapters 00:00 The Journey of Entrepreneurship 22:58 Lessons from Business School 45:53 The Reality of Running a Business 01:09:10 Balancing Work and Personal Life 01:31:58 The Importance of Mentorship and Community 34:13 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship 36:54 Finding Balance in Business and Life 40:50 Collaboration Over Competition 43:05 The Power of Mindset in Business 46:58 Learning Through Experience 49:32 Manifestation and Trust in the Process 51:58 The Value of Working for Yourself 53:43 Setting Goals and Achieving Growth 56:18 The Journey of Hiring and Team Building 01:01:41 Staying Grounded Amidst Success 01:04:52 Navigating Business Challenges and Support Systems 01:11:31 Mindfulness and Grounding Practices 01:20:32 Lessons for Aspiring Entrepreneurs 01:30:11 The Power of Connection and Community

    1h 32m
  4. 11/26/2025

    From Fight or Flight to Self-Expression: A Creative Conversation with Grady Wallace

    Connect with Erin! Send a text In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Grady Wallace - the full-time artist behind Rad Originals. Grady shares what it’s really been like to build a life around his art, the pressure that comes with putting your inner world on display, and how returning to curiosity and play has helped him stay connected to his vision.  We talk about the moments of doubt that come with any creative path, the seasons where you feel pushed into fight-or-flight, and how turning toward self-expression can help you move through those intense states with more honesty and intention. This episode explores: • what it takes to trust your creative voice • the emotional side of making art • burnout, discipline, and reconnecting with your “why” • how intuition and self-awareness shape your work • Grady’s new show “Fight or Flight” and the story behind it Whether you consider yourself an artist or not, this conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt pulled toward something bigger than themselves, anyone who’s had to rebuild trust in their own ideas, or anyone who’s trying to reconnect with the part of them that just wants to make something for the sake of feeling alive. I hope this one inspires you to show up for yourself, and your ideas. Connect with Grady/RAD Originals: Instagram: @g_radoriginals https://www.radoriginals.ca/ Visit Grady's Fight or Flight Art Show on November 29th at FOOSH Downtown Edmonton Location @  3PM - 10PM. Connect with Erin! Follow on Instagram:@ebbsandflows222 Send me an Email: erinebbsandflows@gmail.com Book a Reiki Session With Me! CHAPTERS 02:27 Reconnecting and Creative Journeys 07:06 Balancing Creativity and Business 12:36 Designing Public Art: The Mural Experience 17:16 Manifesting Dreams Through Art 22:19 The Personal Nature of Artistic Expression 28:59 Creative Blocks and Overcoming Challenges 33:09 Nostalgia and Its Influence on Art 37:23 Balancing Creativity and Responsibilities 38:57 Finding Inspiration in Mundane Tasks 41:39 Authenticity in Relationships 46:15 Celebrating Milestones and Progress 48:32 The Courage to Create 50:10 Expressing Emotions Through Art 52:35 The Journey of Self-Discovery 54:25 Manifestation and Letting Go 1:00:11 Embracing Creative Flow 01:02:13 The Godzilla Metaphor: Growth and Environmental Impact 01:04:21 Finding Inspiration in Everyday Life 01:06:47 The Importance of Presence in Creativity 01:08:04 Mindfulness and Action in Creative Processes 01:09:50 The Artist's Journey: Recognition and Sacrifice 01:10:22 The Balance of Art and Reality 01:12:58 The Evolution of Artistic Expression 01:15:55 Manifestation and Abundance Mindset 01:19:56 Navigating Post-COVID Connections 01:23:08 The Value of Art Beyond Monetary Worth 01:24:33 The Energetic Shift in Society 01:26:21 Astrology and Self-Awareness 01:28:46 The Journey of Personal Growth and Acceptance 01:31:48 The Role of Criticism in Artistic Development 01:35:27 Art and Accessibility 01:40:57 Starting Creative Ideas 01:47:05 Navigating Creativity and Self-Doubt

    2h 1m
  5. 11/20/2025

    Scorpio New Moon Guided Meditation: Release, Renew & Set Powerful Intentions

    Connect with Erin! Send a text This meditation is created for the Scorpio New Moon. A powerful moment in the lunar cycle that invites deep renewal, emotional release, and honest self-reflection.  Scorpio energy pulls you inward. It helps you shed what’s been weighing on you, clears space for truth, and supports the kind of transformation that begins beneath the surface. This new moon is an opportunity to reconnect with yourself in a deeper way and plant intentions that come from clarity rather than pressure. In this guided practice, you’ll move through a gentle body scan to settle your nervous system, followed by a full chakra balancing to realign your energy. From there, you’re guided into a Scorpio-inspired visualization where you release emotional heaviness into calm water and plant new intentions with confidence and honesty.  This meditation supports grounding, emotional clearing, intuition, and starting fresh with purpose. Perfect for anyone craving a reset, working through change, or wanting to connect more deeply with the energy of this new moon. Xo, Erin This Mediation is also available on Youtube! Listen to EBBS & FLOWS with Erin on podcast platforms & watch on Youtube! Connect with Erin! Follow on Instagram:@ebbsandflows222 Send me an Email: erinebbsandflows@gmail.com Book a Reiki Session With Me! Products: I Published a Dream Journal! Available on Amazon  Erin is a Reiki Master and Meditation Teacher November 2025 New Moon Guided Meditation

    20 min
  6. 11/04/2025

    Taurus Full Moon Guided Meditation | Ground, Release & Reconnect to Your Worth

    Connect with Erin! Send a text Under the grounding energy of the Taurus Full Moon, this guided meditation helps you release what no longer supports your peace and reconnect to your body, your values, and your sense of worth. Taurus reminds us to slow down, ground deeply, and find beauty in simplicity. This full moon invites you to let go of what feels heavy and plant new seeds rooted in self-trust, stability, and abundance. In this 20-minute guided practice, you’ll be guided through: ✨ A gentle body scan to ground and settle your energy ✨ A chakra cleansing and realignment for balance and flow ✨ A visualization to release and plant new intentions aligned with your true values This meditation is perfect to listen to during the days surrounding the Taurus Full Moon (November 5, 2025), or anytime you want to feel more grounded, peaceful, and connected to yourself. 💫 Take this time to come home to your body.  💫 Release what no longer serves.  💫 Reconnect with your worth and your peace. 🎧 For the best experience: Find a quiet, comfortable space. Use headphones if you can. You may wish to journal after to reflect on what came through. —  Listen on: 🎙️ Ebbs & Flows with Erin | Available on all podcast platforms 🌕 YouTube: Ebbs & Flows with Erin Connect with Erin! Follow on Instagram:@ebbsandflows222 Send me an Email: erinebbsandflows@gmail.com Book a Reiki Session With Me! Products: I Published a Dream Journal! Available on Amazon

    20 min

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Honest conversations about life’s ebbs and flows. Ebbs & Flows with Erin is a podcast about the real experience of being human - the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Hosted by Erin, this show explores the messy and meaningful journey of life through honest solo episodes and thoughtful conversations with guests. Each episode blends real talk with practical tools, touching on topics like mental health, holistic wellness, spirituality, personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and self-connection. After navigating her own journey with anxiety, depression, and a major nervous system breakdown, Erin began exploring alternative and holistic approaches to healing, self-discovery, and living with more intention. On this podcast, she shares the insights, tools, and perspectives that helped her reconnect with herself and move forward in a healthier way. This is a space for real conversations - not perfection. Because no one has life completely figured out, and we’re all learning how to move through the ebbs and flows.