Most of us aren’t ungrateful. We’re just moving too fast to notice.

In this episode of the Magic Made Podcast, Megan Holly shares five quirky, surprisingly powerful ways she stays present in everyday life, especially in seasons where everything feels fast, noisy, and a little too “go-go-go.”

If you’ve ever looked back at a week (or a month) and thought, Wait… what did I even do?, this conversation is for you. Megan reminds us that presence is a practice, not a personality trait, and that small, simple moments can bring us back to ourselves, our senses, and our actual life.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why we slip into autopilot (and how to interrupt it gently)
• How “presence compounds” and becomes easier over time
• Using tiny rituals to create moments of grounding throughout the day
• The difference between numbness and normal busyness
• How to be more present with yourself, your people, and your life

Megan’s 5 “weird” presence practices include:

1. Choosing an intentional cue in a mundane moment (like picking a specific gas pump)
2. Sending a quick protection thought/prayer when you hear sirens
3. Noticing a “rainbow light” ritual and letting it create a real human moment
4. Savoring “the last bite” to practice joy and autonomy in tiny ways
5. Opening a door or window daily to shift energy, reset your home, and reconnect with nature

✨ Reflection prompt:
What’s one tiny moment in your day you could turn into a presence cue?

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Which “weird” one are you trying first? And what’s your own quirky way of staying present?

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You may want to pop over to YouTube for this short and sweet episode, as it's a very visual one highlighting our new MAGIC MERCH!!! Eeek!

In this short Magic Made episode, I’m sharing a closer look at our Magic Made merch—created as simple, intentional ways to feel more connected, grounded, and inspired in everyday life. ✨

From our plant jewelry that catches sunlight and throws rainbows, to our Make Your Own Magic hoodies designed to feel cozy, elevated, and meaningful, each piece was created to be more than merch. These are wearable reminders and everyday magic moments.

🌱 Plant Jewelry
Handcrafted pieces that tuck into your plants and reflect sunlight into rainbows—made with crystals like amethyst and turquoise, and created in collaboration with another woman-owned business, AM Creations. Perfect for plant lovers, crystal lovers, and anyone who loves chasing light.

🖤 Make Your Own Magic Hoodies
Soft, cozy hoodies with thoughtful details—“Make Your Own Magic” down the sleeve and across the back—designed to remind you (and everyone who sees you) that magic is something we create, even on hard days.

This merch is about connection, confidence, creativity, and community. We’re growing slowly and intentionally, supporting women in business, and building something that feels aligned and meaningful.

✨ If you have a piece already, tag me so I can see you out there spreading magic.
✨ Have ideas for future Magic Made merch? Drop them in the comments.

We’re just getting started—and I can’t wait to keep making magic together.

What if the goal isn’t to finish… but to become?

In this episode of Magic Made, Megan Holly reflects on what really happened after committing to a year of daily movement. What began as a simple “365 Days of Dance” challenge quietly transformed into a ritual, a relationship, and ultimately a sustainable way of living with more joy, presence, and trust.

This isn’t an episode about perfection, checklists, or pushing harder. It’s a conversation about consistency over intensity, language over pressure, and why the way we approach our goals matters more than how quickly we complete them.

Megan shares honest insights about:

• Why most challenges fall apart (and how to reframe them)
• The difference between doing something to prove yourself vs. doing it to support yourself
• How daily movement became a form of emotional regulation and joy
• Why sustainability in life matters just as much as sustainability in business or wellness
• How changing your language can change your experience
• Letting go of outcomes and focusing on the version of you being shaped along the way

This episode is for you if you’ve ever:

• “Fallen off” a habit and felt defeated
• Felt overwhelmed by intensity and expectations
• Wanted more joy but didn’t know how to make it stick
• Craved a practice that feels supportive instead of demanding

Megan also introduces the evolution from “365 Days of Dance” into “Moving Your Magic: A Daily Dose of Dance”, inviting listeners to release perfection and reconnect with their bodies in a way that feels freeing, human, and sustainable.

✨ Reflection prompt:
What is the feeling you want to sustain in your life right now, and what small, consistent practice could support it?

🎧 If this episode resonated, be sure to subscribe, follow, and turn on notifications so you don’t miss future conversations designed to help you live a life that feels good to you.