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Ep208 - Feeling Stuck? How to Harness the Habit of Flow with Laurie Smith
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- Apr 8, 2026
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Summary
Feeling stuck? You might be closer to flow than you think. In this episode of HIListically Speaking , Hilary sits down with flow and creativity expert Laurie Smith, author of The Flow Habit: Creating Peace, Passion, Purpose, and Everyday Miracles , to explore how everyday moments of joy, curiosity, and presence can become powerful catalysts for transformation. Together, they unpack the truth about flow, not as something you chase, but something you remember. Because here's the shift: You don't need to learn flow… you need to reconnect with it. In this conversation, you'll discover: Why we're all naturally wired for flow How "spark moments" are actually invitations into alignment The role of intrinsic motivation and autonomy in well-being How small, intentional steps can rewire your brain for joy Laurie's FEEL framework: Focus, Engage, Equalize, Listen & Let Go The connection between flow, nervous system regulation, and emotional resilience Hilary also weaves in her HUG it Out Method, highlighting how humor, understanding, and gratitude create space for healing without the pressure to "fix" ourselves. Grab Laurie's Book: The Flow Habit https://amzn.to/4cb1RvQ (Amazon associate may earn commission) CONNECT WITH LAURIE https://www.lauriesmith.com https://www.Instagram.com/LaurieSmith_inspired https://m.youtube.com/@lauriesmith_inspired https://www.facebook.com/LSInspired https://substack.com/@flowhabit https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriesmith-inspired/ JOIN HILARY ON SUBSTACK - THE BRAIN CANDY BLUEPRINT! https://substack.com/@hilaryrusso GET BRAIN CANDY & WAYS TO BE KIND TO YOUR MIND DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX https://www.hilaryrusso.com/braincandy DISCOVER HAVENING TECHNIQUES TRAININGS & WORKSHOPS https://www.hilaryrusso.com/training BOOK HILARY FOR YOUR NEXT EVENT…