The Energy You Bring & Sitting in the Mud with Julie Kay Stallcup
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In this episode of I Clearly Have Nothing to Say...!, I sit down with the incredible Julie Kay to talk all things energy, vibes, and how the people around us can impact our own emotional state. We discuss the balance between being an extrovert on stage and an introvert at home, the importance of a strong backstage life, and why it's okay to walk away from things that no longer serve us.
Julie shares her thoughts on support versus help, why she always says yes to opportunities, and how her own experiences have shaped her passion for guiding and supporting others. Plus, she reveals her Top 10 List—from her love of hunter green to her deep connection to The Notebook, her obsession with NYC, and why chicken and rice are her ultimate comfort food.
Get ready for an episode full of insight, laughter, and a whole lot of heart.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
- The importance of protecting your energy and recognizing when you don’t vibe with someone
- Why your ‘backstage life’ is just as crucial as your ‘on-stage’ moments
- How Julie channels her experiences to support and uplift others
- The difference between offering help and providing support
- Julie’s Top 10 List—fun facts, personal stories, and unexpected revelations!
Julie's Top 10 List Includes:
- Her favorite color: hunter green and its bold significance
- The Notebook and how it mirrors her parents’ love story
- NYC—the city that fuels her energy and creativity
- Chicken and rice—her ultimate comfort meal
- Her three beloved dogs: Bingo, Callie, and Luna
- Her three kids and their unique personalities
- Why she never wanted to go to college and chose a different path
- Her fear of the dark (and her husband’s pranks!)
- The work ethic she inherited from her father
- Her passion for photography and its deep connection to her journey
Memorable Quotes:
- "I don’t want to always be the one taking the higher vibe for everyone else. Protect your energy!"
- "Your backstage life is just as important as your on-stage performance. It’s where you regroup and prepare."
- "People don’t always need you to pull them out of the mud. Sometimes, they just need you to sit with them in it."
- "I don’t like the word ‘help’—I prefer ‘support.’ I’m not here to fix you; I’m here to be with you."
Resources & Links:
- Connect with Julie Kay: www.juliekaystallcup.com
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