Ep. 4 When Did Life Get So Serious? (The Power of Prioritizing Fun)

When was the last time you ran down a hill just to feel the wind? Did a cannonball into a pool without thinking twice? Somewhere along the way, joy got pushed to the back burner and replaced by productivity, guilt, and the quiet belief that fun has to be earned.In this episode, Vanessa unpacks why play isn't just a childhood indulgence but a biological necessity and why the most overlooked teachers of joy might be the children in our lives. We're talking cortisol, connection, and why saying yes to the farmer's market with your mom matters more than you think.This is a wake-up call, not a permission slip to abandon your responsibilities. It's an invitation to remember that a full life and a fun one were never meant to be separate.Tune in for an honest conversation on reclaiming play, why efficiency isn't the point of being human, and how the smallest joyful moments - a $5 coffee, clearance flowers, the long way home, quietly shape the story of your life.✨ Ready to go deeper? Vanessa is now accepting applications for Returning Within, her 12-week 1:1 spirit coaching program. Link to book your Soul-Alignment Discovery Call is in the show notes.