Name.

Jessie Artigue

Occupations, affiliations, and projects.

Lifestyle Expert at Style + Pepper, Podcast Co-host at Marriage is Funny, Mentor at Pepperologie.com.

“People Who Do + Create & Cultivate” focus on those who excel at moving forward throughout their passions in life, why is it important to you to “do and create”?

I’ve always been someone who had a hard time sitting still. Once I realized that I could harness that energy to pursue a career doing things that I love, it was like a lightbulb went off and I have hardly slowed down since. The drive to keep moving and keep creating is something that I just can’t ignore, and has become a part of my identity that I can’t imagine life without.

**To date, what accomplishments (of any kind) are you most proud of?**
I think this would have been a tough question to answer a few months ago. I used to feel like I had to list a fancy national news appearance or brand partnership, but ever since launching Marriage is Funny earlier this summer — I can honestly say that it is my absolute best work. I am so proud and honored by how well it has been received so far, and working with my husband has changed me in ways that I could never have expected. It is incredibly humbling to hear the generous feedback from listeners who tell us that the show makes them feel like a better partner — Encouraging people to love each other well is the best possible accomplishment I can think of.
**#1 motivating mantra to get through tough moments.**
I tend to skip the mantras and head straight to the prayers. Always helps me to remember that I’m not alone, and that everything belongs. (Even the rough patches.)
**What’s your favorite thing you’ve learned so far this year?**
I’m continually learning that I’d rather be known for my warmth than my strong-will.

“I’ve always been someone who had a hard time sitting still. Once I realized that I could harness that energy to pursue a career doing things that I love, it was like a lightbulb went off and I have hardly slowed down since.”