In this episode of the Happily Living Podcast, host Gabrielle Brown interviews eco-conscious artist Iz Vaughan, who shares her journey from a musician to a successful artist in Australia. Iz discusses her evolution as an artist, the importance of intentionality in creativity, and her recent focus on eco-conscious practices in her work. She emphasizes the significance of community building and the impact of affirmations and manifestations in her life. The conversation highlights the challenges and rewards of pursuing a creative career while maintaining a positive impact on the planet.

Takeaways

• Iz Vaughan emphasizes the importance of being an eco-conscious artist.
• She believes in boosting others to achieve their dreams.
• Art can be a journey of exploration and self-discovery.
• Intentionality in art leads to a more fulfilling creative process.
• Community support is vital for artists to thrive.
• Affirmations and manifestations play a crucial role in her success.
• Daily habits can significantly impact one's creative journey.
• Being grounded is essential in a fast-paced online world.
• Connection with loved ones helps maintain balance and perspective.
• Sustainability in art is about making informed choices.

Chapters

00:00Introduction to Eco-Conscious Artistry

02:15Iz Vaughan's Artistic Journey

08:36The Shift to Intentional Art

14:59Embracing Eco-Conscious Creativity

20:00Building a Community of Eco-Conscious Artists

28:27Creating an Impact Through Art

32:36The Power of Trust and Connection

33:32The Power of Connection and Gratitude

34:21Staying Grounded in a Fast-Paced World

37:17Recognition and Humility in Art

40:28The Journey of Self-Perception

43:12Finding Balance in Passion and Life

49:30Intentional Living and Relationships

54:25The Role of Affirmations in Personal Growth

01:02:18Creating Positive Impact Through Intentionality

In this episode of The Happily Living Podcast, I’m joined by Kristina, founder of Limitless Integrative Wellness, for a grounding conversation about navigating the holiday season with more grace, awareness, and nervous system support.

For many, the holidays can bring stress, disrupted routines, family dynamics, and a pressure to show up as everything for everyone. We talk about why this season can feel especially overwhelming — and how it doesn’t have to be that way.

Kristina shares her integrative approach to wellness, focusing on how to support the nervous system during heightened emotional moments, create gentle routines that still feel supportive, and move through family gatherings without abandoning yourself in the process.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, release perfection, and remember that the holidays don’t have to look a certain way to feel meaningful.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

• Why the holiday season can dysregulate the nervous system
• Navigating family dynamics with boundaries and compassion
• Creating supportive routines when life feels off-schedule
• Letting go of pressure, guilt, and unrealistic expectations
• Choosing presence and alignment over perfection

If the holidays have ever felt heavy, overwhelming, or draining, this conversation offers a softer way forward — one rooted in listening to your body and honoring what you need.

🎧 Listen with grace. Take what resonates. Leave the rest.

Connect with Kristina at Limitless Integrative Wellness

[Website] https://www.limitlessintegrativewellness.com/

[Instagram] @limitless_integrative_wellness

This month we’re talking about overconsumption — the habits we don’t always notice, the pressure to upgrade everything, and the weird cultural whiplash of going from Thanksgiving gratitude straight into Black Friday chaos.

I share how my own relationship with “more” has shifted over the years, why sustainability matters to me, and what I’ve learned from seeing overconsumption up close while traveling. We get into holiday waste, the dopamine of buying, the guilt-free power of pausing, and what it looks like to celebrate without drowning in stuff.

This episode isn’t about perfection or giving up the things you love.

It’s about awareness, intention, and choosing what actually fills you — not just your cart.

In this episode:

• Why overconsumption is so normalized

• How identity gets tied to buying

• The rise in holiday waste + what we can actually do

• The “pause” habit that changed my spending

• Redefining celebration in a way that feels lighter

• Small choices that create real ripple effects

A softer, more intentional season starts with noticing what’s already yours — the people, the home, the light, the presence.

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With love and light,

Gabrielle