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Some holiday seasons feel light and sparkly… and others feel like emotional Jenga, one wobble away from toppling the whole tower.
If that resonates, you’re in the right place. This episode is your grounding place, a reminder that the holidays don’t need you to perform, perfect, or push. They’re inviting you to connect.

Today, Carol and Alex unwrap the real gift of the season: connection, with the people you love, with your community, and most importantly, with yourself. Whether you’re surrounded by family or celebrating quietly, this conversation helps you lean into presence rather than pressure, intention rather than hustle.

If you’ve found yourself feeling lonely, overstimulated, guilty, overwhelmed, or just a little out of sync with the holiday spirit, this episode gently guides you back to what matters most… starting with remembering that you matter.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why meaningful connection starts with being rather than doing
• How self-approval fuels deeper relationships (and prevents burnout)
• Simple ways to feel connected even if family is far away
• How to interrupt loneliness or isolation with micro-moments of outreach
• Creative ways to build connection with kids by meeting them at their level
• Heart-opening questions you can ask during gatherings to spark meaningful conversations
• The neuroscience behind connection, energy, and why you matter more than you realize
• How to set boundaries and protect your emotional well-being during a full season
• Why leaders (yes, you) play a powerful role in shaping the emotional tone of a room
• Practical ways to create joy and presence no matter what your holiday looks like

This episode is a soft landing place, a reminder that you don’t need to earn your worth, fix everything, or hold the season together. You simply get to show up as you are, breathe, and receive connection in big and small ways.

✨ Let this be your permission slip:
You matter. You are worthy. You deserve joy, presence, and love—today and every day.

Whether you're listening on Christmas Day or catching up afterward, we hope this conversation fills your cup and brings warmth to your heart.

Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and sending you so much love and connection.

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What if you headed into 2026 with just one thing on your mind?

Alex and Carol discuss the benefits of focus. Simplify to amplify!

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Ever wonder what really happens behind the scenes of a film set, an inclusive theatre production, or an award-winning digital festival? (Spoiler: it involves Olaf, horror scripts written in 48 hours, and a whole lot of saying “yes” before you feel ready.)

This week, Carol sits down with the extraordinary Scott Strand—actor, director, producer, educator, and co-founder of JDS Creative Academy—for a conversation that’s equal parts heartwarming, inspiring, and “wait… that happened?!”

If you’ve ever questioned your visibility as a leader…
If you’ve held back from stepping onto your own metaphorical stage…
If you’ve wondered whether you’re really ready before saying yes to an opportunity…

…this episode will feel like a deep exhale.

✨ What We Explore in This Episode

The power of visibility—and why your dreams stall when you stay hidden. Scott shares the exact advice he gives actors, leaders, and students about showing up when perfection feels out of reach.

Inclusive creativity that changes lives. Discover how JDS Creative Academy’s productions integrate adults with disabilities, creating extraordinary performances that transform confidence, community, and opportunity.

From Hollywood to heart-centered leadership. Scott reflects on his years acting in films, learning on sets with legends, and how those experiences shaped his philosophy on communication and courage.

DigiFest: A decade of celebrating digital creators. Learn how this international digital festival became a thriving creative hub—and why your podcast, film, or digital project might be the next award-winner. (Yes, really!)

Why saying “yes” before you’re ready is the secret to being Unleashed & Unstoppable. Scott shares the exact moment he almost said no to directing a new horror short—and how one brave yes led to one of his most exhilarating creative experiences.

🎧 Why This Episode Matters

For leaders who often feel the pressure to have it all figured out, Scott’s stories are a grounding reminder:
You don’t grow by waiting for confidence—you grow by stepping into the moment.
Visibility isn’t vanity—it’s leadership.
And your creative voice matters, even when it feels shaky.

🔗 Connect with Scott & JDS Creative Academy

• Arts Across America: artsacrossamerica.org
• JDS Creative Academy: jdscreativeacademy.org
• JDS Actor Studio & JDS Video/Media: Links in show notes

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After you listen, send us a message and share:
What YES are you committing to this week?
We can’t wait to hear how you’re stepping into your own Unleashed & Unstoppable visibil

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