Description

Stephanie and Erica Berger explore the relationship between consumers and media through Erica’s journalism experience and her experimental media project called The Avocado Rush.

Show Highlights

Stephanie talks about neuroplasticity and why thoughts matter so much.

Erica shares how she “followed her charm” to storytelling and journalism.

Stephanie and Erica talk about media consumption and how to moderate media intake for personal wellness.

Erica talks about her art installation, The Avocado Rush an informative and experimental project about avocados that illustrates the gaps between what information makes it to the news and what does not.

Resources Mentioned

Erica’s website

Adams Ruins Everything Advocado Episode

Book Mentioned

The Artist’s Way: 25th Anniversary Edition by Julia Cameron

The Information Diet: A Case for Conscious Consumption by Clay A Johnson

Buddha’s Brain: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness, Love, and Wisdom by Rick Hanson

Tribe: On Homecoming and Belonging by Sebastian Junger

Backstory Behind Stephanie and Guest

I was introduced to Erica via Ethan, The Love Extremist. Erica is an exceptional blend of intelligence, creatively and curious playfulness.  I am glad I met Erica now. It is going to be delightful and enlightening to see her journey play out. –  Stephanie Michele

Social Challenge of the Week

The Attraction Tracker (named by Erica Berger)

For the next 7 days, try to take in your surroundings as much as possible. Notice what you are attracted to. Keep a journal tracking the things you see and experience that you feel connected to the most. It can be anything – Topics in news, colors, textures, people, forms of expressions and art, etc.

Ask yourself why am I attracted to this? and  What can I create with this? Take at least three steps to develop your new creation. Major bonus points for seeing all the way through. 

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