Welcome back to Within the Glasswood Forest!
In this episode, Jonathon Guidry, CEO & Co-Founder of Glasswood Storyworks, and children’s author writing as Eden J. Spark & M. Rose, reflects on one of life’s most overlooked virtues: patience.

Through stories of family, leadership, and creativity, Jonathon explores how slowing down can actually help us move forward: how every pause shapes perspective, how stillness builds strength, and how patience changes the way we parent, teach, and create.

From juggling projects and parenting to finding calm in Houston traffic, this episode shares real-world insights into balancing modern life with intentional living. Listeners will hear how cultivating patience can deepen relationships, reduce stress, and bring joy back into everyday moments.

Along the way, Jonathon offers a glimpse into Glasswood Storyworks’ upcoming books, creative initiatives, and plans to bring storytime segments directly into the podcast. It’s an honest, heartfelt look at what it means to slow down, breathe, and make time for what matters most.

Whether you’re a parent striving for balance, a teacher navigating busy classrooms, or an entrepreneur learning to lead with calm — this conversation invites you to rediscover the quiet power of patience and the beauty hidden in every moment.

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