The Fine Art of Doing Things Badly

Leslie Garcia and Stacia Yearwood
  • 4.8 (19)
  • SOCIETY & CULTURE
The Fine Art of Doing Things Badly

The Fine Art of Doing Things Badly podcast is about self-exploration through storytelling. Join Stacia Yearwood and Leslie Garcia as they explore life stories from contributors around the world, as an invitation to LIVE, LOVE and LOOK with creativity and compassion.

  1. What You Put In, You Put Out

    10/03/2021

    What You Put In, You Put Out

    In this episode:    We, your hosts, Stacia Yearwood, lead empathic writer at I Hope This Message Finds You Well and devotee of big hearts and brave stories, and, Leslie Garcia, CEO at Counseling Space, social worker and soul listener, vibe our way through another unscripted conversation!  We share how influential our thoughts, conversations, company, and physical environments are on our energy and vibration. We offer suggestions from music and meditation to random acts of kindness that can help put us into a better mood whenever we need it most.     Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    26 min
  2. Set It and Forget It

    08/22/2021

    Set It and Forget It

    In this episode:    We, your hosts, Stacia Yearwood, lead empathic writer at I Hope This Message Finds You Well and devotee of big hearts and brave stories, and, Leslie Garcia, CEO at Counseling Space, social worker and soul listener, vibe our way through another unscripted conversation!  We share the science and power behind writing down our goals and dreams, and then taking even the smallest steps towards making them a reality. We offer ways to strengthen our faith in the face of adversity and uncertainty by achieving clarity and positively and proactively setting our energetic and emotional tones.     Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    31 min
  3. Uncut: TAP in Within

    04/02/2021 · BONUS

    Uncut: TAP in Within

    In this episode:    We, your hosts, Stacia Yearwood, lead empathic writer at I Hope This Message Finds You Well and devotee of big hearts and brave stories, and, Leslie Garcia, CEO at Counseling Space, social worker, and soul listener, clumsily vibe our way through another unscripted conversation!  We discuss why self-compassion and adaptability are better determinants of success than self-esteem and assertiveness in times of major change. We offer the questions we must ask to distinguish between constructive criticism and ridicule on our path to growth.     Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    20 min
  4. Life Is a MIRROR

    03/21/2021

    Life Is a MIRROR

    In this episode we:    Meet Zindzi Janaan, Life Midwife and Wombtender at wombandword.com, as she shares her experience finding joy and presence in her life after feeling stuck. Discuss how surrendering control and approaching the journey with curiosity, responsibility and presence leads to holistic transformation. And finally, touch on the self-reflective questions we must ask to be all right with ourselves — right where we are.   Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    23 min
  5. WISDOM in the Wilderness

    03/07/2021

    WISDOM in the Wilderness

    In this episode we:    Meet Eryka T. Johnson, Mechanical Engineer and Internationally Award-Winning Author and Speaker at erykatjohnson.com, as she shares her experience finding healing through nature after her divorce. Discuss how crucial getting still and grounding ourselves is to nurturing our health, self-awareness and self-reliance. And finally, share the ONE quality we all need to stay healthy and fully alive.     Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    23 min
  6. Take Failure WITH Grace

    02/21/2021

    Take Failure WITH Grace

    In this episode we:    Meet Trélique Moore, Morehouse alum and laboratory technologist, as he shares how he suffered a major setback in his senior year that prevented him from graduating that, ultimately, led to an unexpected blessing one year later. Discuss how an essential part of growth and adaptation involves letting go of expectations and approaching failure with grit, grace, and gratitude. And finally, share the ONE question we need to ask ourselves in the face of perceived failure that will keep us grounded and open to the many unpredicted but astonishing twists life will inevitably throw our way.     Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    32 min
  7. Uncut: It’s Time to Tell ANOTHER Story

    02/07/2021 · BONUS

    Uncut: It’s Time to Tell ANOTHER Story

    In this episode:    We, your hosts, Stacia Yearwood, lead empathic writer at I Hope This Message Finds You Well and devotee of big hearts and brave stories, and, Leslie Garcia, CEO at Counseling Space, social worker and soul listener, clumsily vibe our way through another unscripted conversation!  We prepare for the New Year by redefining old ideas of fear, strength, and self-esteem so that we can all be ready to thrive in any circumstance. We offer ways to enhance how we connect and communicate with ourselves — and in our relationships — in more authentic and life-giving ways.     Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    35 min
  8. One BREATH at a Time

    01/24/2021

    One BREATH at a Time

    In this episode we:    Meet Kaneia Mayo, writer and mother of two, as she shares her experience learning to swim in her adult years after suffering water trauma as a young girl. Discuss how a powerful part of healing and evolving is learning how to manage our breath in overwhelming moments while releasing control and resistance — just as it is with swimming! And finally, share the 6 steps we must take to conquer trauma and rewrite the narrative of our lives to create a brighter future.   Interested in submitting your own brave, big-hearted story? Do so at https://www.ihopethismessagefindsyouwell.com/blog/!    Inspired, excited and moved about what we’ve already shared?    SUBSCRIBE, STAR and STAY! =)    Then look out for us every other Sunday for your bi-weekly boost!

    25 min
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4.8
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The Fine Art of Doing Things Badly podcast is about self-exploration through storytelling. Join Stacia Yearwood and Leslie Garcia as they explore life stories from contributors around the world, as an invitation to LIVE, LOVE and LOOK with creativity and compassion.

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