Home Everywhere and Nowhere with Jonathan Pillot (S4 | E156)

Home Everywhere and Nowhere with Jonathan Pillot (Season 4 | Episode 156) [Tessa] He’s back! My dear friend Jonathan Pillot. Jonathan is a creator, an explorer, and a man who is constantly challenging the norms. Each time we meet he brings me so much that is new. And so I am thrilled to have Jonathan back on the pod. In this episode of The Open Nesters Podcast, Jonathan shares his personal journey of self-discovery and open nesting. He discusses open nesting, embracing nomadic living, and freeing oneself from societal labels. Jonathan explores the complexities of life, the value of authenticity, and self-acceptance. Through his reflections on shame, mental health, and communication, Jonathan advocates for compassion, empathy, and self-love. He also sheds light on his upcoming projects, involvement in end-of-life work, and activism for societal issues, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and raising awareness. Jonathan is a testament to the power of self-discovery and living authentically despite societal expectations, offering insights into navigating life’s paradoxes with grace and resilience. READ JONATHAN’S LATEST BLOG HERE: ANGER + LOVE HOME EVERYWHERE AND NOWHERE TIME-CODE 0:00:06 The Open Nesters Podcast 0:13:03 Embracing Your Authentic Self 0:26:46 Balancing Community and Solitude 0:37:42 The Paradox of Home and Nomad Life 0:40:03 Confronting Shame and Mental Illness 0:40:18 Unlabeling and Redefining Yourself Resources for You We want to provide you with support and many many resources for your own Open Nesting Journey. Our resource page has so much to offer as does our private discussion group on Facebook about queerness, relationship fluidity in the empty nest, and other topics of interest: Open Nesters Resource Page The Open Nesters Private Facebook Group About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa’s specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature.  If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure Freedom of Expression Exploration and Fun Body Movement New circles of friends Deep love relationships