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My guest, and new friend, Leonie Dawson, is an international best-selling author and artist. She is also a serial entrepreneur and has built three 7 figure companies. Leonie has been recognized for her business acumen as a finalist for Australian Business Woman of the Year and Ausmumpreneur of the Year. Leonie is also one of the warmest, most genuine, creative, FUN, women I’ve met. Her art is a joyful reflection of how I imagine she might see the world. She lives on the Sunshine Coast, Australia with her husband and her two homeschooled daughters. Before we get into the show, one housekeeping detail: I now have a place for listeners to join…. and I’d love to see you there. I opened a fb group: Incidental Joy Seekers where we discuss topics from the podcast as well as how to create and share joy. Just go to facebook.com/groups/incidentaljoyseekers to join. A FEW FINE POINTS OF THE CONVERSATION Hear about Leonie’s morning and how she is a morning goddess A little bit about where she lives in Australia and what it’s like We discuss the role of judgement … and expectations The gift of simplicity Charlie and Colette share a few moments with us Her first attempts at changing the world Her road to become the Prime Minister of Australia Sensitivity in the workplace — and what Leonie finds necessary to keep her equilibrium The intertwined practice of art and writing in Leonie’s journals What drove Leonie to share her work (hint: connection is key) Leonie’s creative routine and practices Leonie’s vulnerability in life and art and business Her goal in business and art We discuss swearing — from a nationality and spirituality perspective. We have many ideas about this topic. Mermaids! what they mean to Leonie, her art, and her life. The integration of spirituality, the role and evolution in Leonie’s life Depression, inner critics, and break through Leonie’s beautiful words about her inner cheerleader and her teenage years Leonie’s future vision And so much more EPISODE RESOURCES Leonie’s books are here ! My Shining Year Life Goals Workbook 2020 and 2020 My Shining Year Business Goals are now available! Leonie’s website, where you can sign up for her newsletter where she shares her writing, lots of free gifts, latest offerings, courses! and her special self HERE Byron Katie’s The Work (and yes, I do refer to her as “Katie” in the show) Jan’s intuition course: How to Hear What You Know — A Course on Developing Your Intuition to Practically Guide You Through Life Jan’s website Life Purpose Quiz Connect with Jan on: Twitter | Instagram | LinkedIn | Facebook Thanks for listening. To catch all the episodes as they’re released, subscribe and please consider leaving a rating or review. It helps ensure the success and future of this podcast and is very appreciated! Inquire here for sponsorship opportunities.