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Solo Michelle Episode 5 (Finale) - Small Steps and the Path of Least Resistance

In this final solo episode, Michelle shares how effective it can be to combine taking small steps and following your path of least resistance when it comes to accomplishing big changes, goals, or projects.  Recorded on November 6th, 2025 Timestamps: [0:20] Intro [1:05] Main topic [5:29] My musical path of least resistance [7:40] Main topic continued [11:52] Moving on from the podcast [15:30] A recommended "path of least resistance process" [18:57] Outro Resources, references, and further exploration: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/lessons [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/lessons] https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship] Quotes, ideas, and insights: “Well-being is realized by small steps, but is truly no small thing.” – Zeno (Source https://dailystoic.com/zeno/ [https://dailystoic.com/zeno/]) Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ [https://www.robynlester.com/] Learn more about Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/ [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/] Follow Stream of Art on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/] Follow Robyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/ [https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/] Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/] Subscribe to Michelle’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA] Please feel free to send questions and comments to streamofartpodcast@gmail.com [streamofartpodcast@gmail.com] Connect with like-minded artists and creatives at our Discord server: https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv [https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv] Credits: Art by: Robyn Lester Music by: Michelle Monette Editing by: Michelle Monette

Solo Michelle Episode 4 - 5 Tips for Learning Something New

Inspired by her recent adventures with cooking and baking, Michelle shares 5 tips to help you when you’re learning something new.  Recorded on October 30th, 2025 Timestamps: [0:20] Intro [3:03] Tip 1: Plan and prepare [5:49] Tip 2: Enjoy the process [9:56] Tip 3: Don't be afraid to make mistakes [12:17] Tip 4: Use resources and also develop your own instincts [14:25] Tip 5: Refine what you already do and also broaden your repertoire [19:35] Outro Resources, references, and further exploration: Rainbow Plant Life - YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RainbowPlantLife [https://www.youtube.com/@RainbowPlantLife] Lessons with Michelle: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/lessons [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/lessons] Mentorship with Michelle: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship] Books mentioned: Atomic Habits by James Clear: https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits [https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits] Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ [https://www.robynlester.com/] Learn more about Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/ [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/] Follow Stream of Art on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/] Follow Robyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/ [https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/] Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/] Subscribe to Michelle’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA] Please feel free to send questions and comments to streamofartpodcast@gmail.com [streamofartpodcast@gmail.com] Connect with like-minded artists and creatives at our Discord server: https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv [https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv] Credits: Art by: Robyn Lester Music by: Michelle Monette Editing by: Michelle Monette

Solo Michelle Episode 3 - Art as Self-Care

In this solo episode, Michelle makes the case for why engaging in art is an important form of self-care.  Recorded on October 23rd, 2025 Timestamps: [0:20] Intro [0:52] Art as self-care [8:07] Self-care is about feeling better [14:11] If you're feeling resistance [15:53] I'm giving you permission [16:53] Taking in art [18:23] Conclusion and final thoughts [19:18] Outro Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ [https://www.robynlester.com/] Learn more about Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/ [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/] Follow Stream of Art on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/] Follow Robyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/ [https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/] Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/] Subscribe to Michelle’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA] Please feel free to send questions and comments to streamofartpodcast@gmail.com [streamofartpodcast@gmail.com] Connect with like-minded artists and creatives at our Discord server: https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv [https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv] Credits: Art by: Robyn Lester Music by: Michelle Monette Editing by: Michelle Monette

Solo Michelle Episode 2 - It's Okay to Change Your Mind

Michelle returns for another solo episode to reflect on why changing our minds can be a challenge and when it’s important to lean into change. Recorded on October 16th, 2025 Timestamps: [0:19] Intro [1:34] Story 1 [6:28] New lesson and mentorship offers [17:41] Story 2 [25:06] Outro Resources, references, and further exploration: Blog post - What If?: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/what-if [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/what-if] Blog post - How I Healed My Relationship With Music: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/how-i-healed-my-relationship-with-music [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/how-i-healed-my-relationship-with-music] Blog post - Do As You Say: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/do-as-you-say [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/do-as-you-say] Lessons with Michelle: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/lessons [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/lessons] Mentorship with Michelle: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship] The sunk cost fallacy: https://thedecisionlab.com/biases/the-sunk-cost-fallacy [https://thedecisionlab.com/biases/the-sunk-cost-fallacy] Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ [https://www.robynlester.com/] Learn more about Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/ [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/] Follow Stream of Art on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/] Follow Robyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/ [https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/] Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/] Subscribe to Michelle’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA] Please feel free to send questions and comments to streamofartpodcast@gmail.com [streamofartpodcast@gmail.com] Connect with like-minded artists and creatives at our Discord server: https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv [https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv] Credits: Art by: Robyn Lester Music by: Michelle Monette Editing by: Michelle Monette

Solo Michelle Episode 1 - Musical Flourishing and Music Mentorship

In this solo episode, Michelle shares her current thoughts on musical flourishing and her new music mentorship offerings.  Recorded on September 2nd, 2025 Resources, references, and further exploration: ”How I Healed My Relationship With Music” - Blog Post by Michelle: https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/how-i-healed-my-relationship-with-music [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/post/how-i-healed-my-relationship-with-music] Links: Learn more about Robyn at https://www.robynlester.com/ [https://www.robynlester.com/] Learn more about Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/ [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/] Explore music mentorship with Michelle at https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship [https://www.michellemonettemusic.com/mentorship] Follow Stream of Art on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/ [https://www.instagram.com/streamofartpodcast/] Follow Robyn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/ [https://www.instagram.com/robynlester.art/] Follow Michelle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/ [https://www.instagram.com/michellemonettemusic/] Subscribe to Michelle’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC64o4jtMmYWJE-7qVoLxtQA] Please feel free to send questions and comments to streamofartpodcast@gmail.com [streamofartpodcast@gmail.com] Connect with like-minded artists and creatives at our Discord server: https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv [https://discord.gg/mHa8GSQqsv] Credits: Art by: Robyn Lester Music by: Michelle Monette Editing by: Michelle Monette