What You’ll Hear in This Episode
- Why presence is a daily choice and how it reshapes both parenting and entrepreneurship
- How outdoor rituals and shared experiences create deeper connection than perfect schedules
- What building a business taught Mark about time, attention, and being truly available
- How to navigate screen time and digital pressure without disconnecting from your kids
- Why learning new things alongside your children strengthens trust and confidence
- The quiet power of kindness, flexibility, and playing hooky to create lasting family memories
Featured Guest: Mark Gillilan
Mark Gillilan is the founder of Kyoto Botanicals and a father of two who helps purpose-driven parents rethink time, attention, and connection. His work blends wellness education, nature-based rituals, and transparency in business to model what intentional parenting can look like in the digital age.
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Meet the Host: Adrienne Giffen
Adrienne Giffen is an executive recruiter, author of Unravel You, and creator of the intergenerational board game Now You’re Talking™. Through her podcast, she invites families and friends to trade screens for stories, sparking heartfelt conversations that bridge generations. Her work is rooted in a passion for helping people rediscover connection, courage, and joy in today’s digital world.
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https://www.youtube.com/@NowYoureTalkingPodcast
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