What if not knowing was actually part of the magic?
In this episode of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, Candace shares her experience of entering the unfamiliar world of ball hockey after signing up her son. Instead of feeling embarrassed about not knowing the “rules” of the arenas, routines, or small-town stops along the way, she discovered something surprising: being new at something can wake us back up to life.
From asking concession workers simple questions to wandering through unfamiliar towns looking for hidden gems, Candace reflects on how easy it is to move through life on autopilot once we become comfortable. But when we intentionally place ourselves in situations where we don’t know everything, we become more curious, more present, and more connected to the moment.
This episode is a gentle reminder that growth doesn’t always come from mastery. Sometimes it comes from awkwardness, curiosity, and being willing to look uninformed while learning something new.
Because maybe there’s joy in not already knowing the answers.
Maybe there’s freedom in becoming the newbie again.
And maybe life feels sweeter when we allow ourselves to be happily uninformed.
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Candace Dunaway is the host of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, a heart-centered space for healing, growth, and high-vibe living. She’s also a teacher, a nature lover, and a creative soul who finds deep joy in life’s simplest moments.
Candace sees the world through rainbow-colored glasses—always searching for the silver linings, even in life’s stormy skies. For her, happiness isn’t a far-off destination, but something woven into the everyday magic of life.
Her love for the outdoors inspired The Mild Side of Wild, a video series that encourages others to step outside and reconnect with nature’s wisdom—a free gift that’s always available.
Whether she’s wandering through the woods, recording a podcast episode, or laughing with a stranger-turned-friend, Candace thrives on meaningful connection. She treasures hearing people’s stories and perspectives, especially when they come from unexpected paths.
Forever dreaming, always creating, she’s endlessly exploring new ideas and projects. Guided by wonder, curiosity, and the belief that beauty is everywhere, She’s here to connect, to let go, and to expand—one inspired moment at a time.