Episode Overview: You all voted for this episode topic, and I decided to give you both of the most popular requests! In this dual-themed episode, I'm sharing five unexpected lessons from my divorce journey, woven together with personal interludes that reveal sides of me beyond the healing content you usually see. From the anticlimactic moment of receiving my divorce email to discovering the power of self-permission, these lessons completely caught me off guard during my healing process. I also o...
May 22, 2025•42 min
In today's episode of Daily Sparkles, I share my latest update on the 52 Dates Project. In this episode, I get a bit vulnerable about where I am in my journey and share some personal news! What I Cover in This Episode: Why I started the 52 Dates Project (2023 was surviving, 2024 was healing, and 2025 is putting that healing into action) My favorite dates so far: joining a fantasy book club, my first post-divorce date, and taking a self-defense class The biggest lesson I've learned: "walking thro...
May 09, 2025•27 min
In today's episode, I'm sharing a realization on "the trauma paradox": how we can simultaneously protect ourselves from future pain while still creating a meaningful life right now. I explore how, after trauma (like my divorce), our brains create protective mechanisms to help us survive. While these are necessary at first, what initially protects us can eventually imprison us. I also discuss how finding glimmers becomes essential in this process. When we're dealing with trauma aftermath, we ofte...
Apr 17, 2025•29 min
In today's episode, I share an update on my 52 Dates Project after completing the first quarter of this year-long journey. I reflect on what I've learned about myself through putting my healing into action - from dating experiences to attending events solo and joining new groups. What I Cover in This Episode: An explanation of my 52 Dates Project - getting out of my comfort zone 52 times in 2025 How I'm developing true "main character energy" rather than just faking it The surprising ways my rel...
Apr 09, 2025•34 min
In this episode, I share my journey of empowerment as I get the keys to my new studio space - my first space outside my parents' home since my divorce two years ago. I explore the difference between circumstantial and intentional choices, discuss my journey from victim to empowerment, and offer practical insights about rebuilding after major life transitions. Topics I Cover: - The significance of my new studio space - My shift from relief to empowerment - Understanding that healing is happening ...
Apr 03, 2025•35 min
Episode Description: In this episode, I celebrate the release of my new book "Daily Sparkles: Illuminate Your Life with 1,000 Glimmers" by diving deep into the concept of glimmers - what they are, how they helped me through my darkest moments, and how you can find them in your own life, no matter what you're facing. In This Episode: - What glimmers/sparkles are and how they differ from traditional gratitude practices - How microscopic moments of noticing became Emma's lifeline during her divorce...
Mar 20, 2025•22 min
In this episode, I open up about experiencing depression during what should be a happy time in my life - my book launch, a new office space, and other positive developments. We explore the concept of "the disorientation of calm" - what happens when our nervous systems, accustomed to crisis mode, struggle to adapt to stability. What You'll Hear: - How the transition from crisis to calm can be unexpectedly challenging - The contrast between personal stability and global/political uncertainty - War...
Mar 12, 2025•26 min
In this vulnerable episode, Emma shares a recent breakdown moment and explores the "liminal space" concept - those uncomfortable thresholds between our past and future selves. She discusses the broken social contract many millennials face, the frustration of wanting clear direction when there isn't any, and how to keep moving forward when you can't see the path ahead. In This Episode (00:00) Introduction and Emma's emotional breakdown (02:45) Life updates: book release, office space, and approac...
Mar 05, 2025•31 min
In this episode, Emma shares her experience going on her first date after divorce as part of her 52 Dates project. She discusses the dating advice her community shared, how she navigated old patterns, what main character energy looks like in dating, and announces her new Sparkle Circle membership. Topics Covered: - Emma's first romantic date post-divorce experience - Valuable dating advice from the community - Recognizing and navigating old patterns and insecurities - Applying main character ene...
Feb 26, 2025•24 min
Episode Summary: Triggers can be some of the most challenging aspects of healing. Whether it’s a scent, a song, a place, or a sudden reminder, they can hijack our nervous system and throw us back into past pain. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into how to recognize, cope with, and ultimately move through these moments of emotional ambush. I’ll also share insights from the community, personal experiences, and the ways I’ve seen triggers evolve over time. Healing isn’t linear, but progress i...
Feb 19, 2025•43 min
In today's episode, I share my journey through three Valentine's Days post-divorce and how each one has marked a different chapter in my healing journey. From literally punching a denim jacket in Target during my first Valentine's Day after separation to planning a movie date with myself this year, I explore how our relationship with holidays can reflect our growth. I also get vulnerable about setting up my first dating profile in a decade and the interesting challenges that came with trying to ...
Feb 12, 2025•19 min
In this episode, Emma shares the practical process behind writing her upcoming book "Daily Sparkles: Illuminating Your Life with 1000 Glimmers" (Release date: March 18, 2025) Key Topics: Timeline from publisher contact to upcoming release Creating organizational systems for 1000 glimmers The writing process and voice note method Working with editors and publishers Tips for aspiring writers Glimmers Mentioned: Dairy-free cheese success with Daiya's new oat milk blend Fat robin balancing on Christ...
Feb 05, 2025•22 min
After two years of healing post-divorce, I'm preparing to enter the world of dating apps for the first time in over a decade. Having never really used dating apps before (my last experience was with OkCupid!), I turned to my community for guidance on which apps to use and what questions they ask potential partners. The response was incredible - not just in volume but in the thoughtfulness behind the questions. We explore how dating apps have evolved, which platforms are most popular now, and div...
Jan 29, 2025•20 min
After putting up a question box on social media, I was moved by how many of our healing journeys mirror each other, even when our circumstances differ. In this episode, I share about my second date in the 52 Dates project (a fantasy book club!), reflect on the two-year anniversary of my divorce, and answer your questions about rebuilding trust, handling overwhelm, and finding light in uncertain times. Whether you're taking yourself to Paris on what would have been an anniversary, gathering the c...
Jan 22, 2025•25 min
In this episode, we explore the concept of "main character energy" - what it means, what it doesn't mean, and how it evolves through our healing journey. We begin with a personal update about attending a singles mixer in D.C. as part of the 52 dates project, which leads into a deeper discussion about authenticity and showing up for ourselves. Key Topics Covered: - The difference between main character energy and main character syndrome - How main character energy evolves from survival mode to in...
Jan 15, 2025•22 min
In this episode, Emma explores the subtle signs that indicate we're moving beyond survival mode and truly healing. Through personal examples and reflections, she discusses how healing often shows up in small, quiet moments of choice - what she calls "the microscopic pause" between choosing the easy way and choosing ourselves. KEY MOMENTS Discussion of how healing looks different than expected Introduction of "the microscopic pause" concept Examples of small acts of self-respect Reflection on how...
Jan 08, 2025•19 min
In this episode, Emma reflects on how her relationship with New Year's planning and goal-setting has transformed since January 2023, sharing insights about control, trust, and dreaming differently. Key Topics: - Transforming our relationship with planning and control - Finding freedom in letting go of rigid goals - Learning to trust ourselves rather than outcomes - Creating flexible frameworks instead of fixed plans - Moving from survival to intentional growth Journal Prompts: - What have your e...
Jan 04, 2025•16 min
This episode is a reflection on how our definitions of success transform through different seasons of life, especially during times of major transition and healing. LIFE UPDATES: - Recovering from walking pneumonia over the Christmas holidays - Enjoyed quality family time despite being under the weather - First Christmas at home since divorce - Brother and sister-in-law visited for 5-6 days - FaceTime calls with family in Brussels EPISODE KEY THEMES: The Transformation of Success - Shifting from...
Dec 29, 2024•16 min
In this intimate Sunday episode, we explore the concept of "the messy middle" - those chapters of our story where growth and challenge coexist. Through the lens of fantasy books and personal experience, we discover how the most meaningful parts of our journey often happen in these in-between spaces. In This Episode: - The difference between watching someone else's journey and being in our own - Why the middle of the story matters more than the ending - Moving through second holiday seasons and s...
Dec 22, 2024•12 min
In this episode of Daily Sparkles, Emma explores what it really means to build a life that matches your self-worth. Starting with a powerful morning reflection, she dives into the journey of redefining worth after divorce and learning to trust your own metrics for success. Key themes: The difference between circumstance and approach Finding new ways to measure worth after loss Making choices others might not understand Navigating the messy middle of rebuilding Learning to dance between healing a...
Dec 18, 2024•13 min
In this first episode of Daily Sparkles: Voice Notes , Emma introduces the space where we'll explore glimmers, growth, and finding light in unexpected places. She shares her journey of discovering glimmers during her darkest moments, and how these tiny sparks of light became a practice, an art, and eventually the foundation for this community. Key themes: - The origin story of glimmer-finding - What to expect from Daily Sparkles - The power of noticing tiny moments of light - Creating space for ...
Dec 13, 2024•4 min
