Inner Views Podcast

Jackee Holder

Welcome to the Inner Views podcast, where slow conversations celebrate the power of the pen, hosted by Jackee Holder. Step away from the rush of daily life and join us for slow, intentional conversations that celebrate the transformative power of the pen. Whether you are a dedicated journaler, a seasoned author, or simply someone who loves the written word, this podcast explores how putting pen to paper shapes our inner and outer worlds. Take a breath, slow down, and tune in.

Episodes

  1. May 26

    Mindful Journaling & The Analog Rebellion with Laura Rubin

    In this episode of Inner Views, host Jackee Holder is joined by Laura Rubin, author of The Big Unlock: Liberate Your Creativity Through Mindful Journaling. As a facilitator who brings the art of writing into both corporate boardrooms and community spaces, Laura shares how journaling serves as a vital practice for "coming home" to ourselves in an age of constant digital distraction.From her signature "4x4x4" method for busy minds to a deeply moving reflection on navigating an aggressive breast cancer diagnosis, Laura demonstrates how a simple pen and paper can unlock our deepest creativity and help us process life’s most profound transitions.In this episode, we explore:The Digital Antidote: How an "analog resurgence" is helping us combat information overload, screen addiction, and the environmental anxiety of the AI boom.The 4x4x4 Method: Laura’s foolproof framework (4 minutes, 4 times a week, for 4 weeks) designed to help anyone build a sustainable reflective practice.Journaling Through Trauma: A raw and honest look at Laura’s cancer diagnosis at age 31, dealing with brain fog, and how writing became a lifeline for navigating survivor's guilt post-treatment.Creative Prompts to Try Today: Practical exercises you can steal right now, including the "Like List," the attention-training Object Prompt, and the nightly "Done List" victory lap.Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome and Introducing Laura Rubin03:33 – Why The Big Unlock is a different kind of journaling book10:24 – Training your focus: The Object Prompt exercise15:44 – The 4x4x4 framework for beginners20:21 – Cultivating joy with the "Like List" practice36:14 – Navigating a life-altering cancer diagnosis at 3142:04 – Processing survivor's guilt and integrating the "after"51:19 – Overcoming the fear of boredom in a smartphone world01:03:08 – The Analog Rebellion: Why paper beats AI01:07:30 – Celebration over stress: The "Done List" victory lapSubscribe & Review:If this conversation inspired you to pick up a pen, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or YouTube!

    1h 14m
  2. May 13

    Empowerment Through Journaling With Jenny Garrett

    In this inaugural episode of Inner Views, host Jackee Holder sits down with the visionary Jenny Garrett OBE. As the CEO of an award-winning leadership consultancy and a pioneer in the EDI space, Jenny explores the profound intersection of leadership, technology, and the personal practice of journaling.From the nostalgia of "smelly pens" and childhood stickers to the cutting-edge world of AI for equity, this conversation is a deep dive into how we can use reflection to empower ourselves and our communities.In this episode, we explore:The Evolution of a Practice: How Jenny’s journaling moved from childhood play to a transformative "Angel Journal" in her 20s that redefined her creative output.AI vs. The Human Heart: A candid look at Jenny’s AI For Equity podcast and the delicate balance between using AI as a "thinking partner" without losing the soul of human connection.The Reflective Toolkit: Practical ways to journal on the go, using nature metaphors, art, and poetry as entry points for self-discovery.Paper vs. Digital: Why the physical act of pen-on-paper still holds a unique power for emotional processing.Episode Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to the Premiere of Inner Views03:43 – Jenny’s mission of empowerment and leadership07:53 – Reflections on the younger self and childhood ambition11:39 – The "Angel Journal" turning point18:48 – AI for Equity: Navigating the digital journaling landscape31:34 – Using AI as a thinking partner (not a replacement)46:02 – Using art and poetry as prompts for deeper reflection53:40 – Final takeaways and host outroConnect with Jenny Garrett OBE:[Link to Website/Social]Subscribe & Review:If this conversation sparked an "inner view" for you, please subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify!

    1h 8m

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Welcome to the Inner Views podcast, where slow conversations celebrate the power of the pen, hosted by Jackee Holder. Step away from the rush of daily life and join us for slow, intentional conversations that celebrate the transformative power of the pen. Whether you are a dedicated journaler, a seasoned author, or simply someone who loves the written word, this podcast explores how putting pen to paper shapes our inner and outer worlds. Take a breath, slow down, and tune in.

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