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Molly Donlan: Mundane Magic Part Deux

Molly Donlan: Mundane Magic Part Deux6 feb40 min

Pre-order Mundane Magic here: https://mollydonlan.com/mundane-magic

Summary

Host Megan Hamilton welcomes back Molly Donlan, on the eve of her first book, "Mundane Magic: A Lazy Witch's Guide to Hacking Your Daily Practice and Getting Stuff Done," which is set to release on February 17th. The conversation delves into the extensive process of writing and publishing a book, highlighting the various stages from editing to marketing. Molly shares her experiences with the challenges and triumphs she faced during this journey, emphasizing the importance of creativity and novelty in mundane tasks, especially for those with neurodivergent brains.

Molly talks about how incorporating elements of fun and curiosity can help overcome procrastination and enhance productivity. Molly also shares personal anecdotes about her creative pursuits, including her recent obsession with crochet, and how she integrates Reiki into her daily life. The episode concludes with reflections on values, consent in teaching, and the importance of creating a supportive work environment, making it a rich and insightful conversation for listeners interested in magic, creativity, and personal growth.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and Welcome Back

(01:49) The Book Writing Journey

(09:51) Mundane Magic Explained

(13:20) Celebrating Success and Team Dynamics

(18:25) Exploring Reiki and Personal Growth

(19:35) Creative Uses of Reiki

(24:02) Grounding Techniques and Their Importance