In this special roundtable episode wrapping up Season 2 of When We're Not Hustling, host Jessie Sage, producer Emily Foster, and guests Aviva Ruse, Amber Délice, and Madeleine Blair dive into the complexities of the mind. They discuss the connection between the brain, emotions, and personal experiences, exploring how the mind processes thoughts and feelings while balancing mental and physical experiences. The conversation touches on the challenges and pleasures of living in one's mind and the importance of grounding oneself in reality. They also examine emotional states like jealousy and envy, particularly in relation to those with seemingly simpler lives, and highlight the significance of rest, play, and creativity for maintaining mental health. Throughout the discussion, they share personal strategies for reconnecting with their minds, embracing their strengths, and offering practical advice for navigating life with a mindful approach. In This Episode:  00:00: Exploring the Nature of the Mind   02:53: The Mind as a Processor: Perspectives & Experiences   05:57: Navigating the Mind: Personal Experiences & Challenges   09:06: The Mind as a Pleasant or Unpleasant Space   12:08: The Balance of Mind, Body, and Emotion   15:02: Fostering a Life of the Mind   18:01: The Role of Habits in Shaping the Mind   20:49: The Importance of Grounding in the Life of the Mind   37:40: Navigating Emotional States & Self-Acceptance   39:02: The Burden of Intellect: Jealousy & Envy   43:59: Finding Balance: Rest, Play, and Creativity   47:51: Bridging the Gap: Reconnecting with the Mind   56:08: Embracing Individuality: Strengths & Coping Mechanisms   01:00:51: Advice & Reflections: Wisdom from Experience Guests: Aviva Ruse is a New England-born companion living in West Hollywood. Her bylines as Aviva include Tryst, The Fix, and Rogue Collective. She is currently shopping a collection of essays (and endlessly shopping for lingerie!). She blogs at dateavivaruse.com/blog.  You can find Aviva: Aviva's Episode: A Funny Thing Happened at the Plastic Surgeon's  Website: DateAvivaRuse.com X: x.com/avivaruse OnlyFans: onlyfans.com/rr639 Amber Délice is an independent provider and companion based in Boulder, Colorado (just a quick hop away from Denver). She is blessed to travel often and has clients who not only fly her to them but also come to visit for adventures in Colorado. She loves sensuality, writing, dance, immersive theater, travel, and poetry. She is also an ex-food and wine journalist. You can find Amber: Amber's Episode: Conversational Pilgrimages That Shape Our Lives Website: meetamberdelice.com X: @meetamberdelice Instagram: @meetamberdelice Madeleine Blair is a sex worker, writer, freelance editor, writing coach, and the founder and host of Sex Worker Writes, a hookers-only virtual literary salon. You can find Madeleine: Madeleine's episode:Poetry and Personas that Heal Website: madeleineblair.com X: @sensememories The Rest:  Host: Jessie Sage Producer: Emily Foster Music: Benjamin J Benamati Sponsor: Assembly Four Powered by Black Venom Digital When We're Not Hustling is a 501(c)(3) non-profit project of the Social Good Fund. You can support our show with your tax-deductive donation HERE.