The Velvet Hour

The Velvet Hour

The Velvet Hour is your personal pause button — a soft, soul-soothing space where you can breathe, reflect, and reconnect. Hosted by Erin McDonald, each episode is an invitation to slow down, sip something cozy (or bold), and carve out time just for you. With heartfelt stories, introspective conversations, and a dose of laughter, Erin gently explores creativity, purpose, relationships, and the mess and magic of everyday life. Whether you're navigating big changes, chasing dreams one step at a time, or simply craving a quiet corner in a chaotic world, The Velvet Hour is your weekly reminder that grace, growth, and joy are always worth showing up for. hello@thevelvethour.com / IG @thevelvethouroc

Episodes

July 16, 2025 19 mins

Your best navigator is right inside! Email us at hello@thevelvethour.com or visit us @thevelvethouroc on IG. We'd love to hear from you!

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Your perspective during devastating times is a key to looking at things through a new lens!

Artist and gallery owner Lisa Skelly joins Erin for a deeply moving and unexpectedly uplifting conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the hidden freedom that can follow loss. After losing her home and all her belongings in a 2017 wildfire, Lisa shares how she found light in the wreckage — not just recovery, but an invitation to star...

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July 1, 2025 16 mins

In this premiere episode, Erin invites you to slow down, breathe, and reflect on what truly matters. From navigating life’s distractions to honoring your natural gifts, she shares candid thoughts on setting gentle goals, protecting your time, and finding peace in the small steps toward your dreams. This is your Velvet Hour — make it yours. Email us at hello@thevelvethour.com or visit us @thevelvethouroc on IG. We'd love to hear...

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