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Let's get together over a cup of Chai to talk about friendship, saying what we mean, and living with intention. We'll also get into topics that are on our hearts, but sometimes we don't know how to wrap words around what we're feeling. Nice Girl Uprising is a movement leading us to live a life that…

Jennifer Padilla-Burger


    • Oct 11, 2019 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 20m AVG DURATION
    • 66 EPISODES


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    Ignite Your Worth with Clarissa Christensen, LPC | 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2019 33:38


    Are you dating or do you know someone that is navigating the new world of dating? Modern dating can be odd, heartbreaking, and disappointing. With each failed attempt to connect we may begin to feel unworthy. This episode features expert guest, Clarissa Christensen, LPC, who is in private practice in Texas and is the author of the soon-to-be-released book, "Worthy: Learning to date in a world that tells you you're not enough." Clarissa shares key tips about how to know yourself well, build strong friendships, and live according to your core values. Grab a cup of Chai and let's dive in!Music by the lovely Jessica Martindale

    Ignite Your Worth with Clarissa Christensen, LPC | 33

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2019 33:38


    Are you dating or do you know someone that is navigating the new world of dating? Modern dating can be odd, heartbreaking, and disappointing. With each failed attempt to connect we may begin to feel unworthy. This episode features expert guest, Clarissa Christensen, LPC, who is in private practice in Texas and is the author of the soon-to-be-released book, "Worthy: Learning to date in a world that tells you you're not enough." Clarissa shares key tips about how to know yourself well, build strong friendships, and live according to your core values. Grab a cup of Chai and let's dive in!Music by the lovely Jessica Martindale

    Don't Bypass Your Anger | 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2019 17:17


    It's tough for Nice Girls to be honest about their anger. We would rather shove it down or fast forward to the grief and sadness. Often we're afraid that it will consume us or change us. But it won't. Listen to this Chai Talk episode to learn my three steps to moving through anger. Honor your experience so that you can heal it.Music by the lovely Jessica Martindale

    Don't Bypass Your Anger | 32

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 17:17


    It's tough for Nice Girls to be honest about their anger. We would rather shove it down or fast forward to the grief and sadness. Often we're afraid that it will consume us or change us. But it won't. Listen to this Chai Talk episode to learn my three steps to moving through anger. Honor your experience so that you can heal it.Music by the lovely Jessica Martindale

    Heartset Before Mindset | 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 7:53


    In our culture we hear a lot about "mindset". The idea that if you "get your mind right" you can achieve your goals. Though I think mindset is important, I think we miss the connection between the heart, mind, and body. Listen in to learn about understanding your "why", how to honor your heart, and ways to LIVE your goal every single day without meeting your exact marker for success.Music by the lovely, Jessica Martindale

    Heartset Before Mindset | 31

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 7:53


    In our culture we hear a lot about "mindset". The idea that if you "get your mind right" you can achieve your goals. Though I think mindset is important, I think we miss the connection between the heart, mind, and body. Listen in to learn about understanding your "why", how to honor your heart, and ways to LIVE your goal every single day without meeting your exact marker for success.Music by the lovely, Jessica Martindale

    Your Story About Me | 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 12:16


    Have you ever felt confused by an interaction that you've had with someone? Maybe they were mean to you, or maybe they ignored you, or perhaps something just felt "off". My guess is that it's not you...it's the story that they've made up about you. Often this leaves us feeling anxious and confused. So what do you we do about other people's stories about us? Listen in to hear two options about how to possibly handle the story. Music by: Jessica Martindale

    Your Story About Me | 30

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2019 12:16


    Have you ever felt confused by an interaction that you've had with someone? Maybe they were mean to you, or maybe they ignored you, or perhaps something just felt "off". My guess is that it's not you...it's the story that they've made up about you. Often this leaves us feeling anxious and confused. So what do you we do about other people's stories about us? Listen in to hear two options about how to possibly handle the story. Music by: Jessica Martindale

    The Stories We Make Up | 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 18:21


    We make up stories about ourselves and others every day all day. For the most part these stories are untrue and can cause disconnection. In this Chai Talk we discuss why our brains are wired to make up stories, how to stop the process, and how to choose compassion over shame. We tie story-making into healing family relationships so that we are in charge of the story instead of allowing the story to divide. Enjoy!Special mention: "Rising Strong" by Dr. Brené Brown, Phd, LMSWMusic: Jessica Martindale

    The Stories We Make Up | 29

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 18:21


    We make up stories about ourselves and others every day all day. For the most part these stories are untrue and can cause disconnection. In this Chai Talk we discuss why our brains are wired to make up stories, how to stop the process, and how to choose compassion over shame. We tie story-making into healing family relationships so that we are in charge of the story instead of allowing the story to divide. Enjoy!Special mention: "Rising Strong" by Dr. Brené Brown, Phd, LMSWMusic: Jessica Martindale

    Are You Mad? | 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 21:48


    Are you mad? I bet you're completely uncomfortable! Let's get into why anger happens, how Nice Girls typically deal with anger, and discuss some healthy solutions. Acknowledging your anger will allow you to deepen your relationship with yourself and with other people. Don't be afraid of it! Anger is a healthy emotion. Listen in to deepen your understanding of anger.Music: Jessica MartindaleMentions: Dr. John Gottman, Ph.D

    Are You Mad? | 28

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2019 21:48


    Are you mad? I bet you're completely uncomfortable! Let's get into why anger happens, how Nice Girls typically deal with anger, and discuss some healthy solutions. Acknowledging your anger will allow you to deepen your relationship with yourself and with other people. Don't be afraid of it! Anger is a healthy emotion. Listen in to deepen your understanding of anger.Music: Jessica MartindaleMentions: Dr. John Gottman, Ph.D

    Let It Go | 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2019 14:10


    Letting go may be one of the hardest things that we learn to do. It seems to be a common saying, "Just let it go," but what does that mean? Tune in to hear why letting go is so challenging, learning to heal, and tools I've used to help me in the process of letting go.Music by Jessica Martindale

    Let It Go | 27

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2019 14:10


    Letting go may be one of the hardest things that we learn to do. It seems to be a common saying, "Just let it go," but what does that mean? Tune in to hear why letting go is so challenging, learning to heal, and tools I've used to help me in the process of letting go.Music by Jessica Martindale

    Who Are You? | 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2019 13:19


    Here's a story about deciding who we are and what we're doing here! Join me in a discussion about knowing who we are and what gets in the way. Explore what you are doing here and how to show up as yourself. Also, I'm really excited to soon be sharing the next phase of Nice Girl Uprising! If you haven't already, join the email list at www.nicegirluprising.com to be the first to know about this new offering. Music by the lovely Jessica Martindale

    Who Are You? | 26

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2019 13:19


    Here's a story about deciding who we are and what we're doing here! Join me in a discussion about knowing who we are and what gets in the way. Explore what you are doing here and how to show up as yourself. Also, I'm really excited to soon be sharing the next phase of Nice Girl Uprising! If you haven't already, join the email list at www.nicegirluprising.com to be the first to know about this new offering. Music by the lovely Jessica Martindale

    Get Off the Bus | 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 22:02


    Do you not like what's happening on your bus? Then take it off! This Chai Talk will empower you to determine your goals, priorities, and boundaries. Remember, boundaries aren't mean...they are meant to protect you and to keep you focused on what is closest to your heart. Enjoy this final podcast of 2018!Special mentions: Music by Jessica MartindaleBook: Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis

    Get Off the Bus | 25

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 22:02


    Do you not like what's happening on your bus? Then take it off! This Chai Talk will empower you to determine your goals, priorities, and boundaries. Remember, boundaries aren't mean...they are meant to protect you and to keep you focused on what is closest to your heart. Enjoy this final podcast of 2018!Special mentions: Music by Jessica MartindaleBook: Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis

    Excavation of the Heart with Lisa Story | 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2018 48:21


    Listen in to my conversation with Lisa Story, MA, CHC to hear about judgement, the layers of forgiveness, and asking ourselves the hard (but important questions). Lisa has so much wisdom to share about self-awareness, compassion, and re-identifying who she is a woman in her early fifties. This podcast was such a JOY to record! I hope that you are filled up after listening to it.Special mentions: Music by Jessica MartindaleLisa Story: https://www.theconscioushealthcoach.com/

    Excavation of the Heart with Lisa Story | 24

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2018 48:21


    Listen in to my conversation with Lisa Story, MA, CHC to hear about judgement, the layers of forgiveness, and asking ourselves the hard (but important questions). Lisa has so much wisdom to share about self-awareness, compassion, and re-identifying who she is a woman in her early fifties. This podcast was such a JOY to record! I hope that you are filled up after listening to it.Special mentions: Music by Jessica MartindaleLisa Story: https://www.theconscioushealthcoach.com/

    What's Your Problem? | 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2018 25:41


    What's your problem? This Chai Talk packs a punch in helping women to identify and solve a problem. It begins with trusting yourself and ends with being brave enough to do something with that information. Tune in to hear how making hard decisions can guide us towards living by our priorities and values - NOT by pleasing other people.Special mentions: Music by Jessica MartindaleBlog: https://www.nicegirluprising.com/blog/old-stories-are-in-your-new-relationship-3-questions-to-ask-yourself

    What's Your Problem? | 23

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2018 25:41


    What's your problem? This Chai Talk packs a punch in helping women to identify and solve a problem. It begins with trusting yourself and ends with being brave enough to do something with that information. Tune in to hear how making hard decisions can guide us towards living by our priorities and values - NOT by pleasing other people.Special mentions: Music by Jessica MartindaleBlog: https://www.nicegirluprising.com/blog/old-stories-are-in-your-new-relationship-3-questions-to-ask-yourself

    Look Within with Lucy Duni | 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2018 43:26


    Grab a warm cup of something yummy and join in to listen to my conversation with my dear friend, Lucy Duni. We talk about self-care, perfectionism, failure, and self-worth. In our discussion we talk about modeling positive self-talk for our children and teaching them how to slow down by limiting their activities. We cover busy-ness and how we're shifting from hustling to prioritizing our time. Lastly, we share books that we love by Dr. Brené Brown and Shauna Niequist. Lucy has so much wisdom to share! I hope that you enjoy this Chai Talk as much as I did!Special mention: Music by Jessica Martindale

    Look Within with Lucy Duni | 22

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2018 43:26


    Grab a warm cup of something yummy and join in to listen to my conversation with my dear friend, Lucy Duni. We talk about self-care, perfectionism, failure, and self-worth. In our discussion we talk about modeling positive self-talk for our children and teaching them how to slow down by limiting their activities. We cover busy-ness and how we're shifting from hustling to prioritizing our time. Lastly, we share books that we love by Dr. Brené Brown and Shauna Niequist. Lucy has so much wisdom to share! I hope that you enjoy this Chai Talk as much as I did!Special mention: Music by Jessica Martindale

    Be Who You Are | 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2018 23:41


    Is it hard for you to Be Who You Are in the world? Sometimes when we enter groups we are the only people with jobs, families, bodies, or finances that look different than others. The idea of being "different" often makes us want to shrink and disappear. In this episode of Chai Talk I share a recent discussion that I had with my daughter about being okay in her vulnerability and how to protect her flame. At the end I have a message for you for those days when you're in extreme vulnerability or for when shame is knocking at your door.Special Mention: Music by Jessica Martindale.

    Be Who You Are | 21

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2018 23:41


    Is it hard for you to Be Who You Are in the world? Sometimes when we enter groups we are the only people with jobs, families, bodies, or finances that look different than others. The idea of being "different" often makes us want to shrink and disappear. In this episode of Chai Talk I share a recent discussion that I had with my daughter about being okay in her vulnerability and how to protect her flame. At the end I have a message for you for those days when you're in extreme vulnerability or for when shame is knocking at your door.Special Mention: Music by Jessica Martindale.

    Is it Hot in Here? First Responders + Self-Care | 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2018 26:30


    In honor of Fire Prevention Week and Mental Health Awareness Day I'm sharing this interview with my husband. My husband is a firefighter and in this episode he sheds light on the importance of self-care. We discuss self-care in relation to mental health, stress reduction, and job satisfaction. At the end of this episode he asks me a question that may serve the spouses of first responders. Listen in to learn more about the importance of self-care and caring for the people that we love. I hope that you enjoy this episode!Special mentions: music by Jessica Martindale

    Is it Hot in Here? First Responders + Self-Care | 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2018 26:30


    In honor of Fire Prevention Week and Mental Health Awareness Day I'm sharing this interview with my husband. My husband is a firefighter and in this episode he sheds light on the importance of self-care. We discuss self-care in relation to mental health, stress reduction, and job satisfaction. At the end of this episode he asks me a question that may serve the spouses of first responders. Listen in to learn more about the importance of self-care and caring for the people that we love. I hope that you enjoy this episode!Special mentions: music by Jessica Martindale

    Remember Who You Are | 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2018 16:40


    To manage times of hardship and challenge it is helpful for us to understand who we are. Listen in on this episode to learn how to identify your core values. Instead of focusing on the problem or the solution, let's turn our attention inward. Have a beautiful week remembering who you are...Special mentions:Music by Jessica Martindale

    Remember Who You Are | 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2018 16:40


    To manage times of hardship and challenge it is helpful for us to understand who we are. Listen in on this episode to learn how to identify your core values. Instead of focusing on the problem or the solution, let's turn our attention inward. Have a beautiful week remembering who you are...Special mentions:Music by Jessica Martindale

    Growing Small with Jenn Prentice | 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2018 42:49


    Grab a Fall drink and listen in as Jenn Prentice and I discuss topics such as: social media, living with intention, core values, and clothes (of course!). We talk about who we are when we're in alignment with our values and who we become when we're not (hint: irritable, tense, rushed versions of ourselves!). Jenn has so much wisdom to share! Tune in and let us know what you think!Special mentions:Music by Jessica MartindaleInterview with Jenn Prentice www.thisisthirtyfour.com

    Growing Small with Jenn Prentice | 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2018 42:49


    Grab a Fall drink and listen in as Jenn Prentice and I discuss topics such as: social media, living with intention, core values, and clothes (of course!). We talk about who we are when we're in alignment with our values and who we become when we're not (hint: irritable, tense, rushed versions of ourselves!). Jenn has so much wisdom to share! Tune in and let us know what you think!Special mentions:Music by Jessica MartindaleInterview with Jenn Prentice www.thisisthirtyfour.com

    Put It Down For A Nap | 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2018 16:58


    How is your September going, Girl? If there is something that has been demanding your attention maybe you could put it down for a nap. Let go of it for a few hours (or minutes) so that you can come back to it with more creativity, organization, and freedom. Listen in to hear about this process and self-care ideas. Special mention: Music by Jessica Martindale

    Put It Down For A Nap | 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2018 16:58


    How is your September going, Girl? If there is something that has been demanding your attention maybe you could put it down for a nap. Let go of it for a few hours (or minutes) so that you can come back to it with more creativity, organization, and freedom. Listen in to hear about this process and self-care ideas. Special mention: Music by Jessica Martindale

    I Am Enough with Natalie Maese | 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2018 36:15


    Today we have a special guest, Natalie Maese! Listen to our conversation (over dirty chai, of course!) about self-care, freedom in the body, and our culture of "busy." My favorite part of our discussion was about female friendships. Natalie has some sage advice for us about repairing friendships - it's so good! Grab yourself your favorite beverage and let's dig in.Special mentions: music by the lovely, Jessica Martindale. Thank you so much!Find Natalie at www.natalieroseyoga.com and on FB and Instagram @natalierose_yoga

    I Am Enough with Natalie Maese | 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2018 36:15


    Today we have a special guest, Natalie Maese! Listen to our conversation (over dirty chai, of course!) about self-care, freedom in the body, and our culture of "busy." My favorite part of our discussion was about female friendships. Natalie has some sage advice for us about repairing friendships - it's so good! Grab yourself your favorite beverage and let's dig in.Special mentions: music by the lovely, Jessica Martindale. Thank you so much!Find Natalie at www.natalieroseyoga.com and on FB and Instagram @natalierose_yoga

    Shoulders Back Heart Forward | 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2018 27:34


    How do you deal with rude people? Sometimes strangers enter our day and bring bad vibes. This Chai Talk is about how we can handle rude people. The episode examines how to use mantra, gain perspective, and cultivate our own positive energy. Learn more about "Shoulders Back, Heart Forward" and how it helps me to be both kind and strong. Special mentions: Music by Jessica Martindale, The Daring Wayâ„¢ based on the research of Dr. BrenĂ© Brown.

    Shoulders Back Heart Forward | 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2018 27:34


    How do you deal with rude people? Sometimes strangers enter our day and bring bad vibes. This Chai Talk is about how we can handle rude people. The episode examines how to use mantra, gain perspective, and cultivate our own positive energy. Learn more about "Shoulders Back, Heart Forward" and how it helps me to be both kind and strong. Special mentions: Music by Jessica Martindale, The Daring Wayâ„¢ based on the research of Dr. BrenĂ© Brown.

    Stay In Your Own Lane | 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2018 30:15


    Do you find that you compare yourself to other people? This Chai Talk is all about how to stay in your own lane. I propose three questions that we can ask ourselves in order to live a life that feels good on the inside. Do what you love; know your limits; and get clear on your priorities. When your path is guided by your heart, you'll always be home. Thanks for listening!

    Stay In Your Own Lane | 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2018 30:15


    Do you find that you compare yourself to other people? This Chai Talk is all about how to stay in your own lane. I propose three questions that we can ask ourselves in order to live a life that feels good on the inside. Do what you love; know your limits; and get clear on your priorities. When your path is guided by your heart, you'll always be home. Thanks for listening!

    This Is Too Hard, I'm Sending My Representative | 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2018 19:31


    Have you ever gone through something hard yet you find yourself waving and smiling like you're just fine? On the tails of my authenticity podcast I had this very experience in which I was behaving one way, but feeling another. In this Chai Talk we discuss the nuance of authenticity, building a tribe, and establishing a foundation of trust. Special mentions: Glennon Doyle Melton and Brené Brown, Ph.D., LMSW

    This Is Too Hard, I'm Sending My Representative | 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2018 19:31


    Have you ever gone through something hard yet you find yourself waving and smiling like you're just fine? On the tails of my authenticity podcast I had this very experience in which I was behaving one way, but feeling another. In this Chai Talk we discuss the nuance of authenticity, building a tribe, and establishing a foundation of trust. Special mentions: Glennon Doyle Melton and Brené Brown, Ph.D., LMSW

    When Your Insides Match Your Outsides | 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2018 21:13


    What does it feel like to have your insides match your outsides? To have your inner thoughts be reflected in your words and body language? It feels GOOD and it allows us to be truly ourselves in the world. The sweetest part is that it helps our people to know us better. Jump into this Chai Talk in which I share a funny story from our recent family vacation to show how important it is to be authentic. Curl up and enjoy!

    When Your Insides Match Your Outsides | 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2018 21:13


    What does it feel like to have your insides match your outsides? To have your inner thoughts be reflected in your words and body language? It feels GOOD and it allows us to be truly ourselves in the world. The sweetest part is that it helps our people to know us better. Jump into this Chai Talk in which I share a funny story from our recent family vacation to show how important it is to be authentic. Curl up and enjoy!

    Are You Struggling? | 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2018 14:53


    Are you struggling with something? It's hard to be in that space where there are more questions than answers. In this Chai Talk I get real about what it has been like for me to struggle in this season. There is a ray of light at the end though! We know we're not meant to travel alone and we know that these lessons often guide us towards wisdom, compassion, and understanding in the end. Grab your favorite drink and let's cozy up to this hard topic.

    Are You Struggling? | 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2018 14:53


    Are you struggling with something? It's hard to be in that space where there are more questions than answers. In this Chai Talk I get real about what it has been like for me to struggle in this season. There is a ray of light at the end though! We know we're not meant to travel alone and we know that these lessons often guide us towards wisdom, compassion, and understanding in the end. Grab your favorite drink and let's cozy up to this hard topic.

    Meditation: Slow & Soft | 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2018 7:57


    I'm away on vacation this week and my goal is to move slower. Instead of doing our regular Chai Talk Podcast, we're going to enter a meditation that will help us be slow and soft. The meditation itself isn't slow, but hopefully it will calm your breath and center your heart. Enjoy!

    Meditation: Slow & Soft | 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2018 7:57


    I'm away on vacation this week and my goal is to move slower. Instead of doing our regular Chai Talk Podcast, we're going to enter a meditation that will help us be slow and soft. The meditation itself isn't slow, but hopefully it will calm your breath and center your heart. Enjoy!

    Balance | 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2018 14:08


    Do you feel out of balance? Let's talk about how to live by our priorities instead of feeling scattered and overwhelmed. Remember, you get to choose how you want your life to feel. Tune in to get clear on what path you're choosing to walk on. Special reading from, "Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic For A Simpler, More Soulful Way Of Living" by Shauna Niequist.

    Balance | 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2018 14:08


    Do you feel out of balance? Let's talk about how to live by our priorities instead of feeling scattered and overwhelmed. Remember, you get to choose how you want your life to feel. Tune in to get clear on what path you're choosing to walk on. Special reading from, "Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic For A Simpler, More Soulful Way Of Living" by Shauna Niequist.

    Are You Popular? | 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2018 16:28


    Do you care if you're popular or not? It seems like a weird question, but how often do we adjust our topics of conversation or our clothes in order to please other people? In this podcast, we'll discuss the power of knowing ourselves and the consequences for showing up authentically. The goal is to show up as we are and to honor those members of our tribe that accept us wholeheartedly. Thanks for tuning in!

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