In this lighthearted yet meaningful episode, Candace explores the idea of “passing the remote” as a metaphor for life.

After noticing how different each family member’s viewing habits are, she reflects on how easy it is to stay in our own comfort zones—watching the same types of shows, consuming the same kinds of stories, and living within our own familiar perspectives.

But when we pass the remote—whether literally or figuratively—we open ourselves up to something new.

From unexpected favorites like Mayor of Kingstown to family laughs with Young Sheldon and The Middle, Candace shares how letting others take the lead can bring connection, laughter, and surprising joy.

This episode is a gentle reminder that growth doesn’t always come from seeking more—it often comes from simply being open to different.

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Candace Dunaway is the host of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, a heart-centered space for healing, growth, and high-vibe living. She’s also a teacher, a nature lover, and a creative soul who finds deep joy in life’s simplest moments.

Candace sees the world through rainbow-colored glasses—always searching for the silver linings, even in life’s stormy skies. For her, happiness isn’t a far-off destination, but something woven into the everyday magic of life.

Her love for the outdoors inspired The Mild Side of Wild, a video series that encourages others to step outside and reconnect with nature’s wisdom—a free gift that’s always available.

Whether she’s wandering through the woods, recording a podcast episode, or laughing with a stranger-turned-friend, Candace thrives on meaningful connection. She treasures hearing people’s stories and perspectives, especially when they come from unexpected paths.

Forever dreaming, always creating, she’s endlessly exploring new ideas and projects. Guided by wonder, curiosity, and the belief that beauty is everywhere, She’s here to connect, to let go, and to expand—one inspired moment at a time.

In this episode of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, Candace reflects on a conversation she heard while listening to Hilary Duff on Jay Shetty’s podcast. Hilary spoke openly about how life can feel incredibly good in some areas while being very difficult in others—and how those realities can exist at the same time.

That insight immediately resonated with Candace and reminded her of a past conversation with Saul Blinkoff, who once described life using the metaphor of a diamond. A diamond has many facets, each reflecting light differently. Some sides sparkle brilliantly, while others may appear quieter or less polished.

Just like that diamond, our lives are made up of many roles and experiences. We may be thriving in certain areas—our work, friendships, creativity—while other parts of life may feel challenging, uncertain, or in need of care.

Candace shares how comforting it can be to remember that everything doesn’t have to shine perfectly all at once. Different facets of our lives can hold different experiences simultaneously, and that doesn’t diminish the beauty of the whole.

This episode is a gentle reminder that your diamond is multi-faceted. Some sides may sparkle brightly today, while others may simply be waiting for their moment in the light.

And that’s perfectly okay.

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If you’ve been touched by the magic shared here and want to support the podcast, you can now buy me a coffee ☕️ - Thank you for supporting this little corner of joy.

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If you are ready to dive in and start Growing A Grateful Heart you can get yourself a copy of the gratitude journal here:

Growing A Grateful Heart- A Daily Gratitude Journal

Candace Dunaway is the host of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, a heart-centered space for healing, growth, and high-vibe living. She’s also a teacher, a nature lover, and a creative soul who finds deep joy in life’s simplest moments.

Candace sees the world through rainbow-colored glasses—always searching for the silver linings, even in life’s stormy skies. For her, happiness isn’t a far-off destination, but something woven into the everyday magic of life.

Her love for the outdoors inspired The Mild Side of Wild, a video series that encourages others to step outside and reconnect with nature’s wisdom—a free gift that’s always available.

Whether she’s wandering through the woods, recording a podcast episode, or laughing with a stranger-turned-friend, Candace thrives on meaningful connection. She treasures hearing people’s stories and perspectives, especially when they come from unexpected paths.

Forever dreaming, always creating, she’s endlessly exploring new ideas and projects. Guided by wonder, curiosity, and the belief that beauty is everywhere, She’s here to connect, to let go, and to expand—one inspired moment at a time.

In this episode of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, Candace reflects on a nostalgic reel her friend Miranda sent her that read: “Born in the 80s, raised in the 90s, partied in the 2000s… no camera phones, no regrets, no proof.”

While the message might spark a laugh or a sense of freedom from a time before everything was documented, it also raises a deeper truth. Even if there were no cameras capturing those moments, the experiences themselves didn’t disappear. The memories, emotions, and impressions often live on within our bodies and subconscious.

Candace shares how many of us carry unseen stories, feelings, and patterns that quietly become our baseline. Over time, we may not even realize how much weight we’re holding because it simply becomes normal.

This episode is a gentle invitation to become curious about what might be stored within you. By mining your inner world with compassion and awareness, you may discover opportunities to process old experiences, release heaviness, and create more lightness in your life.

Even without proof, your body remembers. And sometimes the most healing thing we can do is lovingly explore what’s been living within us all along.

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If you’ve been touched by the magic shared here and want to support the podcast, you can now buy me a coffee ☕️ - Thank you for supporting this little corner of joy.

💛 buymeacoffee.com/candacedunaway

If you are ready to dive in and start Growing A Grateful Heart you can get yourself a copy of the gratitude journal here:

Growing A Grateful Heart- A Daily Gratitude Journal

Candace Dunaway is the host of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, a heart-centered space for healing, growth, and high-vibe living. She’s also a teacher, a nature lover, and a creative soul who finds deep joy in life’s simplest moments.

Candace sees the world through rainbow-colored glasses—always searching for the silver linings, even in life’s stormy skies. For her, happiness isn’t a far-off destination, but something woven into the everyday magic of life.

Her love for the outdoors inspired The Mild Side of Wild, a video series that encourages others to step outside and reconnect with nature’s wisdom—a free gift that’s always available.

Whether she’s wandering through the woods, recording a podcast episode, or laughing with a stranger-turned-friend, Candace thrives on meaningful connection. She treasures hearing people’s stories and perspectives, especially when they come from unexpected paths.

Forever dreaming, always creating, she’s endlessly exploring new ideas and projects. Guided by wonder, curiosity, and the belief that beauty is everywhere, She’s here to connect, to let go, and to expand—one inspired moment at a time.