"Hugs and drink tickets don't pay the light bill". Award-winning international comic, writer, and educator Mona Aburmishan joins Smartistry Founder Melissa Peck to discuss humor as a tool for better communication and connection. Mona shares her successful and holistic approach to building a sustainable comedy career by diversifying the business model. She talks about embracing what she calls "woo-woo" daily mindfulness practices to cultivate self-worth and mental and physical wellness, and her personal challenges of confronting workaholism. She also highlights her passion project, Lil Comix, dedicated to teaching the art of comedy to kids. Don't miss Mona's turn in the Smartist Hot Seat in this very funny and inspiring episode. For more info, visit monacomedy.com

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