In this transformative episode, identity coach and speaker Don Mamone (they/them/theirs) shares their powerful journey beyond society's gender binary. From navigating privilege to embracing radical freedom, Don reveals the profound costs and unexpected rewards of choosing authenticity over conformity.

Don challenges us to examine how binary thinking limits not just gender expression but every aspect of our lives. They illuminate the path from fear to liberation through their experience of coming out at 45 and building a life of unapologetic self-expression in Texas (USA).

Key Discussion Points:

• Understanding gender identity, expression, and the limitations of binary thinking
• Navigating the journey from conformity to freedom
• Creating safe spaces in a heteronormative world
• The real cost of authenticity and the rewards of living truthfully
• Breaking cycles of performative behaviour through deliberate practice

Whether you're questioning your identity, seeking to be a better ally, or looking to break free from society's boxes, Don's story offers profound insights into embracing your truth and creating positive change.

Join us on the scenic route.

Connect with Don Mamone
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Download Don's practical guide to gender. This one is for anyone interested in learning more about gender, expression, and authenticity.

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Ever hit "complete purchase," only to be smacked with a wave of buyer's remorse? Join activist and author Aja Barber as she rips the band-aid off our collective consumption addiction and helps us imagine a world beyond fast fashion.

In this eye-opening episode of the Scenic Route, we dive deep into:

• Why your shopping habits might be a hangover from colonialism
• The truth behind "retail therapy" and emotional spending
• How to break free from the buy-buy-buy culture
• Finding your authentic style without breaking the bank
• Why secondhand shopping is your secret weapon
• How to recognize and resist manipulative marketing
• Building a wardrobe that reflects your true values

Aja Barber, author of "Consumed: The Need for Collective Change," shares powerful insights about:

• The real environmental and human cost of fast fashion
• Why "style" can't be purchased but must be discovered
• Breaking the cycle of overconsumption
• Finding freedom beyond the dopamine hit of shopping
• Building a conscious closet that lasts (and your proud of)

Whether you're a conscious consumer or just starting to question your shopping habits, this conversation is your wake-up call to reclaim your style, your values, and your purchasing power.

Join us on the scenic route.

Connect with Aja Barber
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Instagram
Threads

Join her Patron for all things sustainable fashion (incl. the best secondhand finds!)

Buy her book Consumed: The Need for Collective Change: Colonialism, Climate Change, and Consumerism

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Desire to find your Scenic Route? Visit jenniferwalter.me — a welcoming space for the emotionally exhausted to rest, discover, and playfully embrace inner peace. Embrace a softer, more fulfilling life today!

For snapshots from Jennifer's scenic route to a softer life come over to

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• TikTok

PICK YOUR SCENIC ROUTE AFFIRMATION
Ready to embrace your Scenic Route? Step off the beaten path with the Scenic Route Affirmation Card Deck. It's not about the hustle; it's about finding the courage to trust your inner compass and carve a path that's authentically yours.

Tap into your inner wisdom and let it guide you.

👉 Discover Your Scenic Route Affirmation Card
Curious about what insights await you today? Dive in and let your scenic journey unfold, one affirmation at a time.

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In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the psychology of toxic relationships with author and creativity coach Caitlin Liz Fisher. Breaking the silence on why leaving isn't as simple as "just walking away," Caitlin shares her raw, personal journey through abuse, manipulation, and, ultimately, freedom.

In This Episode

• The shocking truth: It takes an average of 7 attempts to leave an abusive relationship
• Why abuse only works with "good times" in between
• How gaslighting and isolation tactics gradually erode self-worth
• Red flags in relationships and early warning signs
• The role of trauma bonds in keeping us stuck
• Rebuilding identity and self-trust after abuse

Key Insights

• Understanding the cycle of abuse and love bombing
• How abusers target and exploit past trauma
• The connection between childhood experiences and adult relationships
• Why smart, capable people stay in toxic relationships
• The importance of recognizing patterns before they become chains

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of emotional abuse, manipulation, and toxic relationships.

If you or someone you know is in an abusive relationship, help is available. You're not alone.

Connect with Caitlin Liz Fisher
Website
Instagram
YouTube

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Desire to find your Scenic Route? Visit jenniferwalter.me — a welcoming space for the emotionally exhausted to rest, discover, and playfully embrace inner peace. Embrace a softer, more fulfilling life today!

For snapshots from Jennifer's scenic route to a softer life come over to

• Instagram
• TikTok

PICK YOUR SCENIC ROUTE AFFIRMATION
Ready to embrace your Scenic Route? Step off the beaten path with the Scenic Route Affirmation Card Deck. It's not about the hustle; it's about finding the courage to trust your inner compass and carve a path that's authentically yours.

Tap into your inner wisdom and let it guide you.

👉 Discover Your Scenic Route Affirmation Card
Curious about what insights await you today? Dive in and let your scenic journey unfold, one affirmation at a time.

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