Blush You

On this weeks episode of Blush You, our letter writer is newly engaged and seeking advice on what hard conversations to have before her and her fiancé hit the altar. Kali and Elise share about their own marriages and give specific advice on what to do before the big day!

On this weeks episode, Kali and Elise tackle two submissions. The first letter writer is seeking advise on combating imposter syndrome, while dealing with a passive aggressive coworker. The second letter writer is a soon-to-be-mama who struggles daily with comparison to others. The girls give their best advice and OF COURSE a little pep talk to both writers. Tune in now!

After a few months break, Kali and Elise are BACK with some very exciting life updates!! This episode, they also tackle a submission and give advice to the letter writer who is wondering if seeking out a new job in her field will make her "flakey". Kali and Elise give their best advice on the matter - and couldn't be more happy to be back in action! 

On this episode of Blush You, our letter writer "Awkward Small Town Girl" seeks advice on whether or not to attend her high school reunion to support her long time friend who's going through a difficult time. Kali and Elise chat through a few different ideas and scenarios and question the motivating factor in going. Tune in now!

This week on Blush You, our letter writer writes in with a difficult dilemma with her best friend of 20 years. Navigating infertility is difficult enough, yet our letter writer seeks advice on how to handle an insensitive comment made by her best friend. Does it warrant ending the 20 year friendship over? Kali and Elise give their thoughts. 

On this weeks episode of Blush You, Kali and Elise help "Can We Ever Get Along?" navigate a toxic and unhealthy relationship with her sister. Family Systems, boundaries, acceptance and indifference are all topics of conversation on this episode. Tune in now!

BLUSH YOU is back after a little summer break! This week Kali and Elise talk through two submissions related to boundaries - one professional example and one personal example. They chat about the importance of setting boundaries and give the letter writers specifics about how to move forward.

This week on Blush You, Kali and Elise tackle two submissions about careers. The first letter writer needs help on how to balance her career and the stress of a difficult IVF journey - while the other letter writer made a big mistake at her new job! Kali and Elise give practical advice on both situations. 

In this weeks episode, Lara writes into Blush You about her current life circumstances. Her mom is struggling with autoimmune diseases, her parents are getting a divorce, and she is working through a breakup...all while going through med school and taking on the responsibility of caring for her younger siblings. Kali and Elise discuss family dynamics, enmeshment and codependency and give advice on how Lara can prioritize herself. 

After a little bit of a break, Blush You is back! On this weeks episode, Kali and Elise help letter writer, “My Sister Sucks” navigate some difficult family dynamics. The letter writer describes a very tumultuous relationship with her sister and Kali and Elise give advice on how to process. They discuss family dynamics, sibling competition, emotional abuse, and boundary setting!

On this weeks episode, Kali and Elise hear from "Thirty, flirty, and not-so-thriving" as she's navigating a difficult season in her life. After having her boyfriend call off their engagement, she is left in a city that doesn't feel like home, financially stressed, and living with six strangers. Kali and Elise give her the ultimate pep talk and talk through how to get out of this rut. 

This weeks episode of Blush You is about a story of true resilience. "New Life and Lonely" writes in seeking advice on what to do next after years of hardship and life transitions. Kali and Elise discuss steps she can take in order to make this next life season more fulfilling and enjoyable. 

On this weeks episode, Kali and Elise address two letter writers struggling with aspects of their career. They help "My Co-worker Hates Me" navigate a conflict with a coworker over salary differences and walk "The Grass is Greener" through the decision making process of staying at her current job or making a move to a different company that pays more. 

On this weeks episode of Blush You, Kali and Elise help letter writer, "Little Lovebird" with her dating life. They discuss the best way to approach dating and dig deeper into why she might keep getting ghosted and how to avoid getting too invested too quick. 

Kali and Elise answer two letters both surrounding the question - should they stay or leave their current partners? One struggles with whether her boyfriend secretly hates her - and the other has decided one of her goals in life is far more important than staying married. If you have a story you'd like to submit to Blush You, write into blushyou@joinblush.com to be featured!

On this week's episode of Blush You, Kali and Elise help an anxious twenty something figure out her next steps after graduating college. How do you find the right job for you? What happens if you hate it? Why does this all have to be so hard?! These questions are answered plus a few more!

This week on Blush You, Kali and Elise address a submission about the overwhelm that comes with prioritizing your health and making lifestyle changes. They also give advice on what to do if the lifestyle changes you are implementing in your own life cause friction with the relationships in your life. 

On this weeks episode of Blush You, Kali and Elise respond to two submissions about change. Can people really change? From a cheating ex to a negative bestie, Kali and Elise answer some important questions regarding if there is hope for change.

On this week's episode Kali and Elise answer two letters - both of which surround boundaries and self-accountability. If you have a story you'd like to share, send it to blushyou@joinblush.com!

Kali and Elise clear their inbox and tackle the rest of the rapid fire questions remaining. They discuss relationships, depression, jobs, graduate school, and more! If you have a rapid fire question you would like answered on the podcast, submit yours to blushyou@joinblush.com!

Kali and Elise tackle short - but important - questions from the community one after the other. They cover work, relationships, COVID, and more!

“Stuck” writes into Blush You with a time sensitive issue - should she break up with her perfect boyfriend whose sister tragically passed three months ago, or should she stick it out with him even though she knows she's not emotionally invested anymore? Kali and Elise offer three options and ask “Stuck” to process the role she's played in this situation.

Kali and Elise help Hesitant Bride decide on whether or not to move forward with an engagement to a man she loves - knowing her problematic family is waiting in the wings ready to create chaos and drama about any theoretical wedding plans. How does she cope with wanting her dream wedding but realizing that her family might ruin it no matter what? Kali and Elise help her brainstorm alternatives so she can get married without the anguish.

“Infertile Myrtle” writes into Blush You scared for her life that she might be infertile. After ten months of no success - she's not sure what her next steps should be. Kali and Elise offer specific advice on fertility, but also tackle how to handle the anger and bitterness that often comes along with any infertility journey.

Kali and Elise help a letter writer who is suffering from a slew of chronic health issues process her condition and how she copes with her new life. Elise shares her story battling Chronic Lyme Disease, and both women offer support and guidance for how to find meaning in this extremely difficult and challenging season of her life.

On this episode of Blush You, “Inner Introvert” asks Kali and Elise for help on how to live confidently as an introvert without confusing or offending her extroverted friends. Tune in to hear advice about boundaries, curating supportive friends, listening to your body, and self-care.

This week on Blush You, Kali and Elise along with special guest Blush Life Coach Erica help one exhausted writer deal with the common battle we all face: how do we decompress and relax when there is always so much shit to do? Each coach brings their own perspective on how they find their footing between productivity, self-care and relaxation, so that this particular letter writer and anyone else listening can find their own formula for managing that delicate balance.

Kali and Elise, along with special guest Blush Life coach Sarah Ojeda, come together to help “Confused and Lost” tackle what seems like an insurmountable challenge: balancing parenting with self-esteem. Not only was baby #2 a surprise, but leaving her career behind has led to feelings of uncertainty and anxiety. Tune in for great advice on parenting, transition, and motivation!

“Does It Get Better” writes into Blush You desperate for her life to turnaround. Broke and bored - she asks the question everyone wants to know: does it get better? Kali and Elise, along with special guest life coach April Henry, talk about the quarter life crisis and how this particular letter writer can turn things around.

“50 and Not Thriving” asks Kali and Elise how to handle what sounds like a major midlife rut. Should she leave a marriage devoid of connection, or should she look inward to try and find fulfillment?

Today's episode of Blush You is a little different. Due to the sensitive nature of the letter, Elise took a step back and Kali recorded this episode with special guest, Blush Life Coach Mary Grace. Together, Kali and Mary Grace help Depressed New Mama process the stressors that childbirth and motherhood wage on women, and how we can take care of ourselves when faced with postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression. 

This week on Blush You, Kali and Elise help “Breadwinner” process a tough decision ahead: can a relationship be balanced when one person doesn't work? Can falling in love with potential pay off later?

“Change is Scary' writes to Kali and Elise asking for help on how to embrace change in a positive light, instead of a negative one. After dealing with being underpaid, under-appreciated, and frankly taken advantage of - how does this letter writer cope with making the necessary change she has to make in her life, even though she's terrified?

It's Quarter Life Crisis time! “Growing Pains” writes in frustrated that her life is transforming at a rapid pace, but no one else around her seems to be moving forward. Feeling stuck, she asks for advice on how to cope with her changing relationships.

Kali and Elise offer their insight on how to tell the difference between a reader's anxiety vs. her intuition when it comes to making the decision as to whether or not to move in with her boyfriend. How can you tell the difference when your thoughts keep racing?

This week on Blush You, "Ashamed Divorcée" writes in about the the shame she carries after getting divorced as a 20-something. Kali and Elise weigh in about the grieving process and give all the tips on how to tackle dating again, with the help of Blush Life Coach Kristina. 

Kali and Elise challenge “Let's Get Married” with a seemingly impossible task to end her cycle of endless first dates, and attempt to answer the question - can you change your attachment style for good?

“My Dream Job is a Nightmare” writes in about an impossible situation - she landed a job with all the things - fulfillment, purpose, and a great growth trajectory, but her boss is getting in the way of her hopes and dreams. Should she stick it out and try to get along in a toxic work environment, or should she take a risk and try something new?

This week on Blush You, Kali and Elise help "Single and Scared" work through feeling behind on hitting big life milestones compared to friends. They give their insight on how to keep friendships strong while being in different life stages and how to shake the pressure to find a partner and start a family ASAP. 

Kali and Elise, along with special guest Blush coach Amber Wilcots, help letter writer, “Miserable and Regretful” navigate a pressing dilemma: should she throw her career away to pursue her childhood dream of being a fashion designer, or stay the course and wonder “what if”?

Veteran Blush life coach Brittaney Spence joins Kali and Elise to help answer a letter from “Scared of Imperfection.” Together, the three discuss methods and techniques for how to surrender to imperfection and begin the journey to becoming a recovering perfectionist.

On this week's episode, Money Trouble writes into Blush You needing clarity on what's considered “normal” when it comes to money. When everyone around you is bathing in luxury - how do you not feel resentful and frustrated with your own financial health? Kali and Elise provide their insights to help!

On Episode 17 of Blush You, Kali and Elise, along with special guest Blush Coach Lizzie Somabut, help “Hate My Body” answer the age-old question that plagues most women: How do I stop hating my body? Is the body positivity movement really the answer, or is there another way to reconcile the relationship that we as women have with our bodies? Stream now to hear their advice! 

Eager and Afraid writes into Blush You armed with some critical questions; How do I keep myself emotionally available? How do I hold myself accountable? How do I continue to show up? Kali and Elise weigh in with their thoughts.

No sparkle, no letter, just us. Today we are sharing the personal details of our infertility journeys. This might be triggering for some of our listeners, so please take extra caution before clicking play. We hope that our stories bring you some understanding, information, and hopefully a sense of connection during one of the hardest things either of us have ever had to go through.

Spiraling Twenty Something is at a crossroads and writes into Blush You seeking advice. Should she stay put at the more prestigious liberal arts college that's making her feel uninspired and stuck, or should she give up the intellectual label and take a risk by transferring to a school with more freedom of choice? Special guest Career Strategist Muneezeh Kabir weighs in to help navigate this dilemma.

Shit Pile Soldier writes into Blush You asking for help during a tough transition period. Everything from her career to her relationship seems to be crumbling around her - but how can we start over when the odds feel against us?

Kali and Elise, along with special guest and expert life coach Kayla Brooke White, tackle a complicated issue from a distressed writer. How do you keep going in a COVID world, when life is actively working against you?

“Ex-Ambitious Artist” writes into Blush You asking for help deciding whether she should continue to push herself out of her comfort zone - or whether she should embrace a different side of life. Kali and Elise, along with superstar Senior Life Coach Jenna Doherty, weigh in on their opinions, and challenge their own definitions of what ambition truly means.

Kali and Elise help “Connie” try to manage her anxiety and stress about re-entering the workforce after being at home on maternity leave. How will she be able to manage her household with a toddler and a newborn, while everyone is home under one roof? Will she be able to manage both? Tune in to see what Kali and Elise have to say to this stressed out mother!

Kali and Elise help “Lost and Lonely” struggle through a breakup that's taken a massive toll on her self-esteem. Not only did she lose her virginity, but she's dealing with the breakup aftermath by herself due to COVID-19. Listen in to hear their expert breakup advice!