Episode 6: Debunking and Rewriting Motivational Clichés

Episode 8: Playing With Heart – Thalken Heart Questions, Part 2

What do sneezes, random acts of kindness, and muscle-ups have in common?  You’ll find out in this episode. Hana and Will are back with Part 2 of their journey through the Thalken Heart Questions—a deck of fun, thoughtful prompts designed to deepen connection and spark meaningful conversation.. From the joy and fear of sneezing to exploring introversion and extroversion  and their favorite human qualities and places, nothing is off the table. Whether you’re tuning in solo or with a partner, friend, or family member, this episode is an invitation to slow down, laugh, reflect, and connect more deeply—with yourself and each other. Feel free to answer along—and don’t forget to share your favorite question (and answer!) in the comments.

Episode 7: Playing With Heart – Thalken Heart Questions, Part 1

What do french fries, childhood memories, and unexpected wisdom have in common? This episode. In Episode 7 of Tiny Shop Big Heart, join Hana and Will as they dive into the Thalken Heart Questions deck—a collection of playful, thought-provoking prompts designed to spark deeper connection and honest conversation. From first memories to personal strengths, and even that classic “what would you do with a lottery win?” question, nothing is off the table. Whether you’re listening solo or with someone you love, these questions are an invitation to laugh, reflect, and connect. Feel free to answer along—and don’t forget to share your favorite question (and answer!) in the comments.

Episode 6: Debunking and Rewriting Motivational Clichés

Tired of cliché advice like “just follow your passion”? In this episode of Tiny Shop Big Heart, Hana and Will challenge popular self-help clichés like “enjoy the journey, not the destination" and “follow your passion.”  Along the way they explore: How the words, “simple” and “just” can actually hold you back Why “enjoying the journey” isn’t always required. Finding your inner badass and showing up when “following your passion” doesn’t ring authentic.

Episode 5: Designing Your Gratitude

In this episode of Tiny Shop Big Heart, Hana and Will explore how gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s a powerful design tool for life. They share how noticing the small, beautiful details and cataloging them can build resilience for life’s darker seasons. From the power of memory to simple acts of kindness (like buying coffee for the car behind you), this conversation offers practical, soul-nourishing ways to weave gratitude into your daily life and relationships.— one small act at a time.

Episode 4: Morning Routines & Turning To-Dos into Ta-Das

Episode 4 – Morning Routines & Turning To-Dos into Ta-Das In this episode of Thalken’s Tiny Shop, Big Heart, Hana and Will share their morning routines and how they’ve evolved over time—They dive into the idea of “positive rumination,” what it means to see something as done before it’s complete, and the power of the “Care Bear Stare”  Plus, they dig into bringing love and intention to everyday rituals and how to transform your to-do list into a celebration of progress and inspiration.