{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Balm in the Burnout","title":"Making Magic and Meaning in a Queer-Centered Space with Brenna Wernersbach, Owner of MoonStone MPLS","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1821,"description":"Balm in the Burnout, Episode 6:\nMaking Magic and Meaning in a Queer-Centered Space with Brenna Wernersbach, Owner of MoonStone MPLS\n\nIn this episode of Balm in the Burnout, host Megan Hadley speaks with Brenna Wernersbach, founder of MoonStone MPLS, a queer-owned metaphysical shop in South Minneapolis. Brenna shares how they transitioned from a background in psychology to creating a small business centered around wellness, inclusivity, and community care—blending metaphysics and science to support burnout recovery and authentic living.\n\nThey share insights on crafting the life they desire by becoming a business owner, the value of community collaboration, and the importance of self-advocacy. Brenna emphasizes the shop's role in fostering connections and providing a platform for local events and resources. The conversation touches on themes of work-life balance, inclusivity, and the power of creating spaces where people can be their authentic selves. \n\nVisit MoonStone MPLS in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis or online at moonstonempls.com to explore crystals, books, and tools for self-connection. Mention the podcast for a discount!\n\n00:00 Introduction to Balm in the Burnout with Brenna Wernersbach\n01:52 Brenna's Moment of Presence: A Rainy Day with Georgie the Cat\n04:24 Health, Wellbeing, and Authenticity in Business\n09:04 The Journey to MoonStone: Merging Metaphysics and Science\n14:24 MoonStone's Evolution: From Uptown to Longfellow\n15:54 Navigating Burnout as a Small Business Owner\n18:35 Community Building and Collaboration in Retail\n23:37 Balancing Business and Self-Care: Closing one Day Each Week\n26:52 Final Thoughts: Self-Advocacy and Creating Space for Others\n28:03 Closing Remarks and How to Connect with MoonStone","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/INJoq_cHGPP_w3wiF1LUWleJdwBDf-1-nR1WVIu-ud4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS83ZWE5/ZWM4NWMwMGMzOTQz/ODRmZjg1YmMwYmVm/ZjgyNS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}