Welcome back Mel!! Listen as we swap stories about choosing presence over panic, from a tense checkout line during storm prep to why people are buying vinyl, CDs and even flip phones again. We share simple ways to read a room, spread calm, and enjoy real connection without screens.• Mel returns for a monthly chat• reading emotional undercurrents in public spaces• small acts that lower crowd anxiety• practical storm prep without panic• games, conversation and offline time when power drops• creative outlets: Mel’s word search books and journals• digital fatigue, AI slop and the flip phone shift• owning media again: vinyl, CDs and VHS nostalgia• streaming frustrations vs tangible collections• choosing presence, compliments and everyday kindnessLinks to Mel’s books Connect with Coach Mikki Support the showJoin my guests on my YouTube Channel