'Growing Joy' with author Maria Failla

In today's conversation, I'm sitting down with Maria Failla. Maria is the author of the recently published book 'Growing Joy - The Plant Lovers Guide to Cultivating Happiness (and Plants)', the host of the 'Bloom and Grow Radio Show' Podcast, and leader of the Bloom and Grow Garden Society. We're going behind the scenes of writing her new book 'Growing Joy' and diving into all things life lessons from the garden. Episode Details:[3:30] A little bit about Maria - author, podcaster, speaker, actress, singer[6:00] The winding road to now - living in the messy middle for 2+ years[10:15] There's no destination in the self-growth journey [12:40] Learning to be okay with the mess[13:40] Diving into Maria's new book 'Growing Joy'[15:30] Life lessons learned from the garden[17:00] Behind the scenes of writing the book[21:00] Look at a plant before you look at a screen.[26:26] How learning to care for plants taught Maria to care for herself[26:56] 'It's not about the tomato' - one of my favorite life lessons from the book![31:30] On the power of perspective[35:40] Sponsor shoutout! [37:05] The duality of what you see on social media versus what is actually going on - and the power in sharing authentically [39:33] Holding space for different emotions simultaneously[43:50] Maria's 'what if' moment[44:50] The power in fear setting - *vulnerability alert*[47:15] On following your intuitive whispers[50:30] Behind the scenes of podcasting [51:45] How to connect with Maria!ENTER TO WINLeave a review on Apple Podcasts or slide into my DMs @butwhatifyoudidpod to share your favorite takeaway from the episode by 7/25/22 to be entered to win a copy of 'Growing Joy'.Connect with Maria!Plant Parent Personality QuizMaria's Website - where you'll find most things mentioned in the episode!Bloom and Grow Radio Show PodcastMaria's Planty CommunityGrowing Joy the Book - available wherever books are sold!Maria's Instagram - @BloomandgrowmariaConnect with Alyson!Alyson's Instagram - @butwhatifyoudidpodJoin us on Discord! Want episodes delivered straight to your inbox?!One-on-One Life Coaching - book a free connection call!Today's Sponsor is Gut Personal! Use code ' Butwhatifyoudid ' at checkout to save!GutPersonal QuizCheck out my new favorite GutGreens!Disclaimer: I am an educator. None of what is shared in these conversations should be taken as medical advice. Of course you should always consult your trusted healthcare provider before making any health related decisions. To Book an Astrology Reading: Click HERE  [Special rates and ala carte pricing available through end of September 2026] ** If you are looking for timing specifically please book the Zodiacal Releasing SessionFor Business Support - Please email [email protected]