STOPTIME: Live in the Moment.

STOPTIME: Live in the Moment.

Ranked in the top 5% of podcasts globally and winner of the 2022 Communicator Award for Podcasting, STOPTIME:Live in the Moment combines mindfulness, well being and the performing arts and features thought provoking and motivational conversations with high performing creative artists around practicing the art of living in the moment and embracing who we are, and where we are at. Long form interviews are interspersed with brief solo episodes that prompt and invite us to think more deeply. Hosted by Certified Professional Coach Lisa Hopkins, featured guests are from Broadway, Hollywood and beyond. Although her guests are extraordinary innovators and creative artists, the podcast is not about showbiz and feels more like listening to an intimate coaching conversation as Lisa dives deep with her talented guests about the deeper meaning behind why they do what they do and what they’ve learned along the way. Lisa is a Certified Professional Coach, Energy Leadership Master Practitioner and CORE Performance Dynamics Specialist at Wide Open Stages. She specializes in working with high-performing creative artists who want to play full out. She is a passionate creative professional with over 20 years working in the performing arts industry as a director, choreographer, producer, writer and dance educator. STOPTIME Theme by Philip David Stern🎢 πŸŒŸβœ¨πŸ“š **Buy 'The Places Where There Are Spaces: Cultivating A Life of Creative Possibilities'** πŸ“šβœ¨πŸŒŸ Dive into a world where spontaneity leads to creativity and discover personal essays that inspire with journal space to reflect. Click the link below to grab your copy today and embark on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected joys! πŸŒˆπŸ‘‡ πŸ”— [Purchase Your Copy Here](https://a.co/d/d3FLZRo) 🌟 **Interested in finding out more about working with Lisa Hopkins? Want to share your feedback or be considered as a guest on the show?** πŸ”— Visit [Wide Open Stages](https://www.wideopenstages.com) πŸ“Έ **Follow Lisa on Instagram:** [@wideopenstages](https://www.instagram.com/wideopenstages/) πŸ’– **SUPPORT THE SHOW:** [Buy Me a Coffee](https://www.buymeacoffee.com/STOPTIME) 🎡 **STOPTIME Theme Music by Philip David Stern** πŸ”— [Listen on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/artist/57A87Um5vok0uEtM8vWpKM?si=JOx7r1iVSbqAHezG4PjiPg)

Episodes

May 18, 2025 β€’ 6 mins

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Take a deep breath and pause with me. Right now. This guided five-minute reset offers something we all desperately need but rarely give ourselvesβ€”permission to stop, even briefly, and reconnect with ourselves.

Designed to fit seamlessly into your busy day, this practice guides you through a gentle but powerful sequence of mindful breathing, subtle movement, and sensory awareness. A...

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"Dreams are possible." These three simple words capture the essence of Susie Carroll's extraordinary journey from a determined 10-year-old in Utah to a Broadway performer in hit shows like Back to the Future, Mean Girls, and The Prom.

In this heartfelt conversation, Susie reveals the beautiful paradox at the core of her success: while adult Susie battles perfectionis...

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Ever felt like you're pushing a boulder uphill trying to help someone who just won't budge? This powerful coaching session tackles the exhausting cycle of trying too hard to create change in others when they're not ready to receive it.

We explore the fascinating shift from operating out of obligation ("I have to do this work") to approaching your passion wi...

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Transitions are woven into the fabric of our lives, yet many of us struggle with the uncertainty they bring. Whether you're navigating a minor shift or standing at the threshold of major change, this meditation offers a sanctuary of calm amid life's inevitable transitions.

At the heart of this practice lies a powerful truth: while change is unavoidable, our suffering is o...

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Take 5 minutes to realignβ€”and then, go shine.🌟

In this episode, we transform those pre-show butterflies into a grounded sense of readiness. Whether you’re stepping onto a stage or into any moment that matters, this is your cue to breathe, trust, and remember: you’ve already done the work.

🎧 Take 5 minutes to realignβ€”and then, go shine.

Transforming pre-performance anxiety from debilitating f...

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Have you ever caught yourself qualifying your biggest dreams with hesitant language? "Maybe we'd be celebrating... I mean, for me..." These verbal hedges reveal how we protect ourselves from fully embracing what we truly want.

This transformative conversation explores what happens when we shift into "the land of possibility" – not a magical place where ever...

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We explore the concept of dharmaβ€”your soul's true path and the unique way you're meant to show up and serve in the world. This meditation guides you through a conscious recalibration of your energy, values, and purpose as you begin your new week.

β€’ Grounding in the root chakra to establish stability and trust in yourself
β€’ Connecting with the sacral chakra to allow mo...

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Caught in the act! This episode captures a moment of pure authenticity as I find myself doing the one thing we're all guilty ofβ€”procrastinating on an important deadline. Rather than editing testimonials for my upcoming book, I decided to record this podcast about...not doing exactly that. The irony isn't lost on me.

What unfolds is a fascinating real-time self-coaching se...

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"What else is true?" This deceptively simple question might just be one of the most transformative tools we can add to our mental toolkit. When faced with any situation - whether challenging, joyful, or mundane - asking what else might be true beyond our initial perception opens doors to deeper understanding and conscious living.

Throughout our conversation, we explore ho...

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The quest for clarity often leads us down winding paths of endless questions and searching, but what if the answers we seek come not from our relentless pursuit, but from learning to be still? This episode shares a beautiful Buddhist parable about Dawa, a troubled young man living near the ancient Samye Monastery in Tibet, whose confusion drives him to seek wisdom from a gardener monk.
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Dance powerhouse Yvonne Ng joins Lisa Hopkins to explore the art of living in the moment through movement, creativity and mindfulness. Their conversation weaves through decades of friendship and dance collaboration to reveal insights about authenticity, presence and embracing uncertainty.

β€’ From entrepreneurs in university dance programs to established artists, Lisa and Yvonne refl...

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The perfectionism trap claims countless creative works before they ever see the light of day. What begins as high standards often morphs into crippling self-doubt that prevents us from finishing projects or sharing our gifts with the world.

This transformative conversation explores the crucial difference between value-driven high standards and fear-based perfectionism. When we crea...

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Pain shapes us all, whether we acknowledge it or not. This guided meditation offers a sacred space to gently explore the places where you've been holding onto hurtβ€”physically, emotionally, and spiritually.Β 

Through deliberate breathing and body awareness techniques, you're invited to locate the specific areas where tension resides within you. Rather than pushing these sen...

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When life feels overwhelmingβ€”holiday chaos, family visits, changing seasons, global uncertaintyβ€”what grounds you? What single action remains within your control?

Today I'm sharing a deeply personal reflection from Chapter 23 of my book, "The Places When There Are Spaces," exploring how my daily ritual of making my bed has become an unexpected anchor. This seemingly m...

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Have you ever judged yourself for running out of social energy? That moment when your initial enthusiasm fades and you wonder if something's wrong with you?

This powerful conversation explores the art of conscious energy management and breaks down the limiting binary thinking that keeps many of us trapped in unhealthy patterns. We dive into how energy naturally fluctuates duri...

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Feeling stuck is a universal human experienceβ€”whether creatively blocked, emotionally frozen, or simply overwhelmed by life's complexities. This gentle guided meditation creates a sanctuary where you can explore what "stuckness" actually feels like in your body and mind, without immediately trying to fix or change it.

Through focused breathing and visualization, you&...

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A Buddhist parable called "The Dragon and the Fire" teaches us how to transform our innate qualities from destructive forces into tools for healing and renewal. The story illustrates how redirecting our natural tendencies with wisdom and compassion can lead to personal fulfillment and positive impact on others.

β€’ A mighty dragon with tremendous strength and fiery temperam...

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What drives you to create, even when the process feels lonely? This revealing coaching session features a candid conversation with a playwright who struggles with the isolation of writing while simultaneously craving the connection he feels in rehearsal rooms.

The session begins with a powerful exploration of purpose as we dive into the question that many creators lose sight of: Wh...

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Take a breath and step into presence with this transformative walking meditation. Whether you're wandering through a forest trail, circling your office, or simply pacing your living room, this guided practice invites you to turn ordinary movement into extraordinary mindfulness.

The journey begins by establishing a conscious connection with the ground beneath your feet. Feel th...

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In this episode, I reflect on what an unfinished jigsaw puzzle has taught me about uncertainty, direction, failure, and the quiet joy of discovering where things truly fit. If life has ever felt scattered or incomplete, this one’s for you. πŸ’œπŸ™



If you are enjoying the show please subscribe, share and review! Word of mouth is incredibly impactful and your su...

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