Wildly Unplug

Freediving, Mindful Travel, and Ocean Conservation with Delia

Send us a textWelcome back to Wildly Unplug, where we reconnect with nature and creativity through immersive stories and grounded conversations. In this episode, we dive deep—literally—with Delia, a freediver, mindful travel coach, and global conservation advocate who’s redefining what it means to live wildly and unplugged.🧘‍♀️ How to Reconnect With Nature TodayDelia’s favorite nature ritual is something anyone can do—no travel required.Try this:Head to a quiet natural spot—forest, hill, beach, or park.Close your eyes. Feel your heartbeat. Hear your breath.Slowly open your senses:Notice the colors, shapes, and lightTune into sounds near and farSmell the air, the earth, the treesTouch a tree, feel the grass, or place bare feet on the ground🌐 Stay Connected With DeliaFollow Delia on Instagram: @delia_co hear your story! Click here to submit your tale.Connect with me on social media! InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInTikTokXPinterestFor more inspiration, check out www.WildDevelopmentsStudio.com.Wildly Unplug is part of the iRoar Network Stream2SeaCode: WildDevelopments 10% Stream2Sea Products! Protecting you, preserving nature. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

How to be a Great Podcast Guest

Send us a textThinking of being a guest on a podcast—or already lining up interviews to share your story or mission? In this episode of Wildly Unplug, we explore the art of being a standout podcast guest with heart, clarity, and confidence. From preparing before recording to shining in your area of expertise and following up with intention, this guide walks you through the do’s and don’ts of a meaningful podcast appearance.You’ll also learn how to speak with purpose (without sounding scripted), connect with your creativity, and even find a nature-inspired prompt to help you unplug and reflect this week. Whether you're new to guesting or looking to elevate your presence behind the mic, this episode is your invitation to show up fully—and stay rooted in your wild voice. hear your story! Click here to submit your tale.Connect with me on social media! InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInTikTokXPinterestFor more inspiration, check out www.WildDevelopmentsStudio.com.Wildly Unplug is part of the iRoar Network Support the show

Art on the Corner & The Truth About Contests

Send us a textIn this episode of Wildly Unplug, Lauren celebrates her latest public art installation—Man’s Best Friend—featured on a utility box as part of the SURGE project in Springfield Township. She shares the behind-the-scenes joy of the artist community and offers real talk on navigating art contests, rejection, and creative resilience. If you're an artist looking to apply or sponsor a future utility box, visit www.theartsconnect.us or email artinfo@springfieldtwp.org. This one’s for every artist who’s ever heard “no” and kept creating anyway because when you finally hear “yes,” there’s a SURGE of excitement that makes it all worth it!!!Let’s hear your story! Click here to submit your tale.Connect with me on social media! InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInTikTokXPinterestFor more inspiration, check out www.WildDevelopmentsStudio.com.Wildly Unplug is part of the iRoar Network Support the show

Wildly Honest: Rejection, Resilience, & How to Self-Publish Your Book!

Send us a textHey nature lovers – Lauren here, and today’s podcast is a little different. I want to take you behind the scenes of one of the most personal, emotional chapters of my creative journey so far.This is the story of how I wrote a book, poured my entire soul into it… and then got rejected. Not by a publisher, but by a platform that’s supposed to make self-publishing accessible.This is the story of Wildly Unplug: A Creative Guide to Reconnect with Nature – and what happened when Amazon KDP said no. And the steps you can take to self-publish your own book!If you’re writing your own book — or thinking about it — I’d love to hear about it.Tag me. DM me. You’ve got a cheerleader in me. 💌And if you want to read Wildly Unplug: A Creative Guide to Reconnect with Nature, it launches on Earth Day, April 22, 2025 — available on Amazon. Click here to buy "Wildly Unplug: A Creative Guide to Reconnect with Nature"  Support the show

Wildly Unplug Book Teaser!

Send us a text📖 Wildly Unplug Is Almost Here – A Sneak Peek into the Book That Started It AllWelcome back, Explorers, to Wildly Unplug – the podcast where we breathe deep, slow down, and reconnect with what really matters: nature, creativity, and our sense of wonder. I’m your guide, Lauren, and today’s episode – and blog – is extra special.I’m beyond excited to officially announce something I’ve poured my heart into...🌿 Wildly Unplug: A Creative Guide to Reconnect with Nature launches on April 22nd, 2025 – Earth Day 🌍And I thought… what better way to celebrate than to give you a behind-the-scenes look at how this book came to life and a teaser of what you’ll find inside.📖 A Peek Inside the PagesIn the episode, I read aloud the dedication, prologue, and introduction, and I’ll share just a few of those vibes here.➡️ The book starts with a powerful call to unplug – from hustle culture, from perfectionism, and from unrealistic expectations.➡️ You’re invited to remember the freedom of childhood summers, when the woods were our kingdom, and the streetlights were our clocks.➡️ I guide you through the purpose of the book – not to give you a “one-size-fits-all” formula, but to offer approachable, meaningful steps to rediscover the healing power of the outdoors.🌲 What You’ll LearnThe book is broken down into 10 "paths" – each one designed to gently nudge you deeper into connection with the wild. You'll explore:Unplugging from digital noiseNoticing seasonal shiftsCreating art from natural inspirationReclaiming movement as joyUsing your senses to ground yourselfJournaling for awareness and clarityEach chapter includes three levels of actions – Planting the Seed, Taking Root, and Branching Out – so you can pick what fits your lifestyle. You’ll also find checklists, worksheets, and reflections to keep things fun and flexible.No gatekeeping. No guilt. Just nature, creativity, and you.🎉 Launch DetailsWildly Unplug will be available as a paperback and ebook on Amazon starting April 22nd, 2025. Once the official link is live, I’ll drop it right here in the show notes and share across all platforms.If you’ve ever felt that itch to slow down… if you've wanted to reconnect with your creativity or rekindle your love for nature… this book is for you.🌟 How You Can Help💬 Leave a review🦋 Share with a friend who needs to reconnect📚 Join the book launch celebration🌿 Step outside and let the wild world inIf you’re feeling the nudge to start your own creative nature journey – maybe even your own podcast – or just want to be reminded of your wild side, come join me.And hey – if you’d like to be a guest on Wildly Unplug, I’d love to hear your story. No fancy setup needed – just a quiet room, a Zoom connection, and your authentic voice.Until next time,🌱 Get outside and see what develops.Let’s hear your story! Click here to submit your tale.Connect with me on social media! InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInTikTok Support the show