A Joyful Rebellion

This is a joyful rebellion. The podcast that explores the moment you realize the life and success you worked so hard to create didn’t come with all of the fulfillment you thought it would. Each week, we attempt to inspire bold answers to the question, “What do I do now to create a life I love?” If you are ready to start answering that question for yourself, you’re in the right place. Let’s start A Joyful Rebellion.

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Plotting Your Joyful Rebellion is a five-step guide full of actionable ideas to assist you on your mission to get more life out of your life.

It's essentially a manual that teaches guerilla warfare tactics to help us all in our battles to overthrow a mediocre existence.

Who Would You Like to Hear on the Show?

There are three different types of people I love talking with on the show.

-People who have been through A Joyful Rebellion of their own

-People who guide others through a major life change

-People who are in the middle of their Joyful Rebellion Journey

If you know someone who might inspire others with their story, I'd love to connect with them. CLICK HERE to let me know who you have in mind.

Episodes

Saturday Jan 04, 2025

From Dreams to Dawn Land- Tess Callahan’s Creative Journey

Saturday Jan 04, 2025

In this episode, James sits down with Tess Callahan, novelist, teacher, and meditation guide, for a deeply inspiring conversation about creativity, writing, and the transformative power of mindfulness. Tess shares the story behind her upcoming novel Dawnland, a rich exploration of family, secrets, and redemption.
Together, they discuss how Tess uses meditation and dreams as part of her creative process, the concept of creative constraints, and her personal journey balancing the demands of life with her passion for storytelling. Whether you’re a writer, a seeker, or someone curious about unlocking your own potential, this episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and practical advice.
Chapter Markers
00:00 – Introduction: Setting the stage for a conversation with Tess Callahan.
02:00 – Meet Tess: Tess introduces herself and her new book, Dawnland.
09:00 – The Writing Process: Insights into the messy yet magical journey of writing.
17:30 – Dreams and Creativity: How Tess uses dreams to spark inspiration.
24:00 – Meditation for Focus: The role of meditation in her creative and personal life.
32:00 – Creative Constraints: How limits can fuel innovation in writing.
42:00 – Journaling for Self-Discovery: Tess’s advice on writing to pursue your questions.
51:00 – Book Promotion Challenges: Tess reflects on transitioning from writing to promoting.
57:00 – Wrapping Up: James and Tess discuss joyful rebellion and embracing life’s challenges.
Links and Resources
Tess Callahan’s Website: http://www.tesscallahan.com
Dawnland (Preorder/Order): http://www.tesscallahan.com/dawnland
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