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The Art of Hearing Yourself Again with Sarah Noderer

What if creativity isn’t about being artistic—but about hearing yourself more clearly? In this episode, Stephanie sits down with Sarah Kelly Noderer, visionary artist, educator, and founder of Heartspace Gallery & Studio in Cold Spring Harbor, New York. Sarah shares how grief, motherhood, and years of holding space for other people slowly pulled her away from her own creativity—and how finding her way back to art helped her reconnect with herself. Together, they explore intuitive art, self-trust, inner knowing, and what happens when we stop trying to create, live, or choose in ways that look right to everyone else. You’ll also hear: * Why creativity has nothing to do with being “artistic” * How a leap of faith led Sarah to open Heartspace * Why feeling drained can be a sign that something no longer fits * How even a few quiet minutes can help you hear what you already know * The surprising story of an intuitive image, two grandchildren, and two pink flamingos This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt disconnected from herself, unsure what comes next, or tired of forcing her way forward. Sometimes the spaces that change us don’t look like healing spaces at first. Sometimes they look like an art class, a quiet morning, a studio, or a conversation that helps you remember what it feels like to be you. Connect with Sarah and Heartspace Visit Heartspace Gallery & Studio [https://heartspacegalleryny.com/] Follow Heartspace on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/heartspacegalleryny/] Connect with Beyond Fine Follow @beyondfinepod and share this episode with someone who may need a little more space to hear herself again.

The Yes Before the Plan: Starting Before You Know What It Will BecomeB

Have you ever started something because it felt right — before you knew what it would become? In this episode of Beyond Fine: The Other “F” Word, Stephanie sits down with Janelle Brooke, owner of Coastal Creative Studio & Events, to talk about community, connection, creative beginnings, friendship, and what happens when we follow something before we can fully explain it. Sometimes the most meaningful things do not begin with a perfect plan. They begin with a conversation, a simple yes, and the feeling that something matters. This is a conversation about letting something unfold, trusting the next right step, and remembering that clarity often comes after we begin — not before. In this episode, we talk about: • How Coastal Creative Studios began• Why the space became more than an office• Taking a leap before you feel ready• Wedding morning prep and why space matters• Creativity, motherhood, business, and wearing many hats• Faith, loss, and finding community• Why rhythm may matter more than balance• Building your own roadmap when no one hands you one Learn more about Coastal Creative Studios [www.coastalcreativestudios.com] Follow Coastal Creative Studios: @coastalcreative.studios [https://www.instagram.com/coastalcreative.studios/] Follow Janelle :@janellebrookephotography [https://www.instagram.com/janellebrookephotography/] https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYurwCCe1b/ Follow Beyond Fine: @beyondfinepod [https://www.instagram.com/beyondfinepod/] If you know someone who is building something, starting over, or trying to trust the next step, share it with them.

Stop Counting What You Didn't Do: How to Reclaim Your Rhythm When Life Gets in the Way

This week, I almost didn't record. After a few days away, I came home feeling completely out of rhythm. The podcast wasn't recorded. Social media wasn't posted. My to-do list felt endless. And before I knew it, I had turned a temporary disruption into a much bigger story. In this episode, I'm sharing a pattern I know all too well: losing my rhythm, slipping into productive procrastination, and convincing myself that being behind on one thing means I'm behind on everything. We'll talk about: • Why interruptions to our routines hit harder than we expect• The difference between losing momentum and losing rhythm• How "productive procrastination" keeps us stuck• Why we focus on what we didn't do instead of what we did• A simple mindset shift that can help you find your footing again If you've ever felt overwhelmed after time away, struggled to get back into your routine, or found yourself counting everything you didn't accomplish, this conversation is for you. Because failing at one thing doesn't make you a failure. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who might need the reminder. And if you're looking for more conversations like this, follow the podcast and connect with me on Instagram @beyondfinepod.

Sure, I’m Fine… No, She Is Not Fine.

You know that moment when someone asks, “What can I help you with?” ...and you draw a total blank? Not because you don’t need help Because it never even dawned on you to think about it. You’re so used to carrying it, figuring it out, making it work, and holding everything together that even help feels like one more thing you have to organize. This episode is about that kind of tired. The kind that sounds like, “I’m fine,” but underneath feels like, “I just want some peace.” If you’ve been craving quiet, connection, relief, or just a little room to breathe, this one is for you. Mentioned in this episode:Katherine Flechaus — licensed social worker turned coach For local listeners:Over the next few months, I’ll be creating Beyond Fine gatherings for women who want real conversation, connection, and a place to feel a little more like themselves. Interested? Let me know here:https://forms.gle/27HimPBYwvV1gEH76 [https://forms.gle/27HimPBYwvV1gEH76]

When You’re Done Banging Your Head Against the Wall Katherine Flechaus on identity, career ceilings, and realizing you may not need to keep fighting what no longer fits.

What happens when the thing that looks fine on paper does not feel like you anymore? In this episode of Beyond Fine, Stephanie talks with Katherine Flechaus, LCSW, founder of Aligned Core Life Coaching Katherine shares her story of career ceilings, identity shifts, caregiving, resentment, choice, and the moment she realized she did not need to keep forcing herself into a space that no longer fit. We talk about work, identity, self-trust, and the quiet realization that somewhere along the way you grew and — you are finally noticing what no longer aligns with who you are now. Katherine works with high-achieving women who are done managing the pattern and ready to change it. Connect with Katherine: www.alignedcorelifecoaching.com [http://www.alignedcorelifecoaching.com]LinkedIn: Katherine FlechausFacebook Group: Aligned Leadership Lounge And Stay Tuned..... There is more coming — more conversations, more ways to connect, and especially if you are local, something I am really excited about. Beyond Fine Live is coming soon — a place to come as you are and leave feeling a little more like yourself. Join the local interest list here: https://forms.gle/3QWnww1gxYdfENNF6 [https://forms.gle/3QWnww1gxYdfENNF6]