I am so excited for you to hear this conversation with Holly Zajur, wellness educator, potter, yoga instructor, and host of the How the Wise One Grows podcast . 💫 Holly has this wonderful way of blending creativity and wellness so they feel like one beautiful, flowing practice. In our chat, we reflected and explored how taking care of ourselves can completely transform our creative energy. In this episode, we dive into: How her creative and wellness journeys first intersected (and why that chan...
Aug 12, 2025•37 min•Ep. 55
In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Madeline Arcio, founder of the Hand Titan. Madeline is a Licensed Massage Therapist with over 15 years of experience, specializing in pro sports massage. Madeline has worked with Olympic rugby teams to top-performing pros, she’s helped athletes heal, recover, and perform through massage, muscle education, and targeted trigger point work. But Madeline’s not just supporting elite athletes, she’s also a dedicated educator, teaching at her local colleg...
Jul 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 54
When Did You Start Ignoring Your Pain Signals? In this episode, we’re chatting about something we’ve all experienced, ignoring the signals our bodies send us, all because hustle culture taught us to push through. But what happens when we do that? We end up running into burnout or injury. So, when did you start tuning out those pain signals, and why? Let’s take a moment to explore how these habits formed and how we can start listening to our bodies again. It’s time to take your power back so you ...
Apr 24, 2025•9 min•Ep. 53
I’m so excited to introduce you to Sarah Mac, the author of The 6-Figure Creative and someone who truly embodies the intersection of creativity, wellness, and abundance. Sarah is a Creative Brand Strategist and Money Mindset Coach who’s here to help you scale your brand to 6+ figures without burning out. Sarah blends mindset work, astrology, and soulful business strategy to support you in scaling your creative business while staying aligned with your values and well-being. Her approach empowers ...
Apr 17, 2025•48 min•Ep. 52
Rebecca Mezoff, author of the bestselling book, The Art of Tapestry Weaving, loves nothing more than helping new tapestry weavers untangle the mystery of making images with yarn. Rebecca has a background in Occupational Therapy and in this episode she shares how her journey with OT shifted her perspective in the weaving studio. She shares some great tips that you are not going to miss! So let’s dive in!
Jan 10, 2022•28 min•Ep. 51
I am so excited to share that this is Wellness for Makers’ 50th Podcast episode! Thank you all for tuning in week after week. For sharing episodes with your friends, family, students, and co-workers. It truly means so much to me! I am so honored to be able to have the opportunity to share so many incredible conversations that leave you feeling inspired to improve your studio practice. With that being said, I am so honored to introduce today’s guest to the show, Serafine Lilien. As a graphic desi...
Dec 28, 2021•28 min•Ep. 50
I’m so excited to introduce my friend Raïssa bump to the show! Raïssa is a talented contemporary art jeweler and the founder of Reset. Her mission with Reset is to educate others to be attentive to their body’s signals and provide them with practical self-tuning techniques so they can continue creating. Raïssa and I clearly have a shared passion for educating others about wellness and our friendship grew through many collaborations which we will talk about in this episode.
Oct 29, 2021•40 min•Ep. 49
We often know what we should do. How many times has your body told you to readjust your posture, stretch, drink a glass of water, or take a nap, and you ignored it? How many times have you powered through pain or strain to get something done? We often know what we can do to care for ourselves now but we ignore the signals our body sends us until the signal gets louder and louder. But why?
Oct 21, 2021•5 min•Ep. 48
I am so excited to introduce this week’s guest to the show. Andrea Lui is a board certified clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy (OCS), and is skilled in treating a variety of patients with acute and chronic pain. Andrea is passionate about patient education and empowering her patients to help themselves. I found Andrea through her instagram page @TheKnittingPT. She began noticing that there were very little resources available to knitters, crocheters, and crafters alike on how to ...
Oct 08, 2021•20 min•Ep. 47
Over the past year and a half I have secretly been working hard on a project that I am so excited to finally share with you. I wrote a book with you in mind! Dive in to this week's episode to learn more about my new book Wellness for Makers: A Movement Guide for Artists .
Oct 01, 2021•6 min•Ep. 46
Critical Smiths is Back! We have the dynamic trio of Lucy Derickson, Jane Marsching, and Julia Giangrande on the podcast! In today's conversation we dive into a very special research project conducted by Julia following the life cycle of Jewelry Pickle. Listeners are invited to consider how their materials impact the environment and their health moving forward.
Sep 24, 2021•29 min•Ep. 45
There is always fear that our favorite thing can be taken from us and Leah and Grace's profound story reminds us of this. Throughout the episode we talk about the immense importance of listening and cultivating a relationship with your body. Especially as life continues after injury and trauma, how do we sustain our most important connection with our body? Even through all of the profound, traumatic moments, on their journey they still manage to incorporate joy and happy dances into every day. T...
Sep 17, 2021•49 min•Ep. 44
In this powerful episode with the honorable Susanna Barkataki , we unpack the roots of yoga, cultural appropriation, and how yoga connects to social justice. We learn how we can combat the erasure of people from whom sacred traditions come from. Susanna is the author of Embrace Yoga's Roots: Courageous Ways to Deepen Your Yoga Practice. She supports practitioners to lead with equity, diversity, and yogic values while growing thriving practices and businesses with confidence....
May 24, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 43
Heidi Lowe is a life long artist, a jeweler, an educator, and life and business coach! She is also an incredible friend and mentor. Heidi is the owner of Heidi Lowe Gallery. I worked as a summer intern for Heidi while I was in grad school and I seriously loved every moment. Not only did I learn more about running a gallery, business, and living a life as a jeweler, It also inspired me to dive deep and do some inner work. Heidi always asks the best questions to help identify what is holding you b...
May 07, 2021•49 min•Ep. 42
The Artist Hustle is Real! So why is there such a disconnect when talking to loved ones about what we do? Feeling supported is often apart of our emotional well-being and mental health. Dive in to this episode, to hear my story and get a Missy Pep Talk! Because let's face it, you're amazing and deserve one! xo
Apr 30, 2021•7 min•Ep. 41
emiko oye is a Japanese American artist who creates bold and colorful jewelry with repurposed LEGO® - from her emikooreware ready-to-wear line, to one-of-a-kind, conceptual work inspired by haute couture, art history, David Bowie, Nonviolent Communication and Mindfulness. Once the 2020 pandemic hit, she pivoted to put full focus on her wellness offerings and creating community, as the collective need for ease and how to deal with the unsurmountable barrage of stressors was palpable. Empowering o...
Apr 20, 2021•35 min•Ep. 40
There is a difference between stress and burnout. Let's dive in and talk about the two. At the end of the episode, I will guide you through a grounding exercise that you can come back to again and again. Enjoy! Let's connect on instagram. www.instagram.com/wellnessformakers
Apr 09, 2021•9 min•Ep. 39
I am so excited to introduce today’s guest, Tyler Benner. Tyler is former US Archery Olympic level archer, author, and the Founder of Venn Design a company dedicated to creating furniture designed for human movement. I reached out to Tyler because I love Venn Design’s Air Chair, a Stability ball that is beautifully crafted with you in mind to help you move, bend, and wiggle while you work! Inspired by stability balls, Tyler set out to make a piece of upholstered furniture that had a pleasing tem...
Feb 23, 2021•54 min•Ep. 38
Valentine’s Day Weekend is here! I know your weekend might look a bit different this year than it has in the past. But don’t worry. You can show your love, affection, and appreciation to your partner, friend, roommate, and yourself without going to a fancy spa or restaurant. Massage is a great way to intentionally reconnect. In this episode, I share 5 tips to reconnecting with massage!
Feb 12, 2021•8 min•Ep. 37
Aching hands, wrists, and forearms? I've been there! In this episode, I share a few of my favorite techniques for finding relief. Visit www.wellnessformakers.com/shop to access the Bundle mentioned in the episode and use the code "PODCAST" at check out to get 10% off your order.
Feb 06, 2021•7 min•Ep. 36
Today’s guest is Leon Mueller, the CEO & Co-Founder of Bloom. An interactive video self-therapy app that empowers users to be their own therapist. Bloom’s interactive short videos guide you through CBT exercises personalized to your needs. Think fitness for your mind! Leon was born in Germany and later studied Finance & Business in the UK. He resides in New York where he continues his mission to help unlock everyone’s full potential. https://www.enjoybloom.com Follow @enjoybloom on Insta...
Jan 22, 2021•35 min•Ep. 35
This week's guest is John Furniss a.k.a "The Blind Woodsman”! His story is filled with adversity, resilience, and strength. At the age of 16, he survived a suicide attempt and then learned how to navigate the world through total blindness. John also overcame years of battling addiction. Today this story fuels his artistic woodworking and serves as a beacon of light and hope in his motivational speeches. www.furnissstudios.com www.instagram.com/theblindwoodsman/ Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-2...
Dec 19, 2020•33 min•Ep. 34
A few episodes back, I interviewed Pack Matthews of the Soul Seat. We talked about movement, seated posture, and more. I have now been using the Soul Seat for over a month so I decided to offer my review. Check out the Soul Seat here and get 15% off when you use the code WELLNESSFORMAKERS at checkout. https://www.ikariadesign.com/shop
Dec 11, 2020•10 min•Ep. 33
Chloe Benjamin is the author of THE IMMORTALISTS, a New York Times bestseller that has been translated into over thirty languages, and THE ANATOMY OF DREAMS, which received the Edna Ferber Fiction Book Award. She is also a passionate knitter. In this episode, we discuss some of the injuries that Chloe experienced as a result of making. She shares some valuable tips that she learned along the way. https://www.chloebenjaminbooks.com https://www.instagram.com/chloekbenjamin/ https://www.greenappleb...
Dec 04, 2020•31 min•Ep. 32
In this episode, I share my thoughts on the way that pain communicates with us. I mention free resources to check out. FREE MINI-COURSE: NECK & SHOULDER RELIEF FREE GUIDE: HAPPY HEALTHY HANDS
Nov 28, 2020•8 min•Ep. 31
Womanly Magazine provides accessible health information to women and non-binary people through visual and literary art. Listen to my conversation with Cheyenne Diaz to learn more about the incredible work they are up to! https://womanlymag.com/
Nov 06, 2020•22 min•Ep. 30
In this episode, I lead you through a Pranayama breathing exercise called Sama Vritti also known as Square Breathing. Your breath is an incredibly amazing tool. We often take it for granted because it is always with us, but learning to access it and focus on it can help us reconnect to our physical body when we’re going through hard things. So come to a comfortable seat and let's begin.
Oct 23, 2020•6 min•Ep. 29
Have you ever considered how your emotions impact your body on a physical level? When you are stressed do you clench your jaw or your fists, shrug your shoulders up towards you ears, bite your lip, pull your hair? Let's dive in to learn more about how our emotions and movements connect.
Oct 16, 2020•4 min•Ep. 28
Have you ever wondered which chair is the right chair for you and your studio practice? Then you are in the right place! Today’s guest is Pack Matthews! Pack is the Founder of Ikaria Design Company and the Makers of the Soul Seat ! The Soul Seat is a bi-level chair designed to help you increase variety in your movements while working! The goal of the soul seat is to alleviate chronic pain caused by a sedentary lifestyle and get you moving! Pack is known for his Ted Talk “Sitting is the new smoki...
Oct 05, 2020•34 min•Ep. 27
Have you ever wanted to live and make on the road? Then you are in the right place! Madison Hampton is the Founder of Vancrafted studio. That’s right, a jewelry studio founded on wheels. Madison, Her husband Gage, and their adorable Australian Shepherd, spent years living, making, and running a successful jewelry business on the road. What does this have to do with Wellness? More than you might think. Follow Madison: instagram.com/vancraftedstudio/ https://www.vancraftedstudio.com...
Sep 25, 2020•27 min•Ep. 26
