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Minute-long episodes of affirmations, meditations and motivational topics to remind folks to take a break each day - even if it's only for 60 seconds.

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    • Dec 8, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 2m AVG DURATION
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    just a sip: an extended conversation about life & mental health with ben & tay flo

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2022 15:03


    Ben is joined by one of Charlotte's favorites: TayFlo aka Taylor Florio. Ben and Tay are coworkers at hygge coworking, and they use this opportunity to sit down together and talk about life from the perspective of maintaining a balanced mind even when the world is anything but balanced. 

    just a sip: an extended conversation about life & movement with ben and dr. carlie turman

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2022 31:19


    Ben is joined for an extended episode by Dr. Carlie Turman, a local physical therapist in Charlotte, NC. They discuss everything from mobility to wim hof to self care to eastern vs. western medicine systems. Join along for the ride and enjoy this fun yet impactful conversation. Let us know what you think on instagram at @justasip.podcast!

    just a sip: ben & dr. carlie talk about movement, healing, & purpose

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 4:39


    Ben is joined by Dr. Carlie Turman for one final quick hitting episode, where they discuss the idea of individual purpose. Carlie talks about her journey healing others through movement. 

    just a sip: ben & dr. carlie talk about the purpose of life

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2022 3:49


    Ben is joined again by Dr. Carlie Turman to discuss the meaning of life. Why are we here? What's the point to all of this? Is there even a point to this? Listen for a lighthearted but existential episode. 

    just a sip: ben & dr. carlie talk about burnout

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2022 5:19


    Ben is joined once again by Dr. Carlie Turman, and they discuss the feeling of being burnt out, and what kinds of habits and activities can help us move forward into a more balanced season. 

    just a sip: ben & dr. carlie talk about challenging times

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2022 3:39


    Ben is joined again by Dr. Carlie Turman, and they discuss how they use mindfulness strategies to work through challenging times. Carlie talks about working in a hospital during the Covid outbreak. 

    just a sip: ben & dr. carlie talk about wellness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 2:27


    Ben Kalra is joined by local physical therapist Dr. Carlie Turman for a quick guest episode. Listen in as they discuss what "wellness" means to them. 

    just a sip: an extended conversation about life & being a doula

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 41:50


    Ben is joined by Jo House for the second ever extended episode of just a sip. Jo talks about their day-to-day life of a doula as well as broader themes about finding one's purpose and how to live a fulfilling life. Enjoy the listen & much love, my friends. 

    just a sip: ben & jo talk about being mindfully selfish

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2022 2:08


    Ben is joined for one last quick-hitting episode with Jo, where they talk about how being selfish can be a good thing sometimes. 

    just a sip: ben & jo talk about human connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2022 3:46


    Ben is joined again by Jo to talk about connecting to the people around you and how it's very meaningful to be able to develop genuine connections in life. 

    just a sip: ben & jo talk about doing hard things

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 4:26


    Ben is joined again by Jo House, and they discuss what it means to trust yourself, while reminding us that we can do hard things.

    just a sip: ben & jo talk about connecting with the world

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2022 3:35


    Ben is joined once again by Jo House, and today they talk about what makes them feel connected. It turned into an appreciation episode for mother nature and allowing ourselves to be present with our surroundings. 

    just a sip: ben & jo talk about being inspired

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 3:20


    Ben is joined by Jo House, and on today's episode they talk about what's been inspiring them lately. 

    just a sip: ben & sam talk about having free time

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 3:14


    Ben is joined by Sam Poler for one final quick-hitting guest episode of just a sip. They talk about being mindful about how we spend our free time, and how we're all just works in progress. 

    just a sip: dealing with unpredictable thoughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2022 1:26


    For better or worse, we can't control our thoughts. Even the most seasoned meditation practitioners have all sorts of thoughts that seemingly appear out of nowhere. The practice thus does not become learning how to pause, control, or stop our thoughts from happening, it becomes learning how to accept all of our thoughts for exactly what they are: just thoughts and nothing more. 

    just a sip: positivity vs. negativity bias

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2022 1:07


    In today's episode, Ben speaks about how much easier it is to be hard on ourselves than compassionate to ourselves. What does it take to flip the negative self energy into positive self energy? Let's discuss. 

    just a sip: it's faster to be patient

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 1:20


    It might seem counterintuitive at first, but when we're patient with ourselves, we'll probably achieve our goals faster than if we were rushing ourselves. When we're patient, we allow time for growth instead of burnout, which can lead to some awesome results. 

    just a sip: valuing our intangible possessions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2022 1:26


    Ben breaks down the difference in accumulating tangible vs. intangible possessions on today's episode, and which one he prefers to focus on. 

    just a sip: laugh at yourself!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 1:30


    In today's episode, Ben offers a quick strategy to feeling a bit less tense and a bit more loose & ready for your day! Listen to this quick episode to find out. 

    just a sip: that special morning energy

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 1:39


    In today's episode, Ben talks about the powerful energy that can be found in the morning time each day, before the rest of the world wakes up and begins their day. The morning is a unique opportunity, before the chaos of the day ensues, to do anything we need to take care of ourselves and center our energy for whatever lies ahead of us. 

    just a sip: noticing vs. judging the mind

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 1:18


    On today's episode of just a sip, Ben talks about how we can use different strategies to begin to become aware of the thoughts (or simply notice the thoughts) rather than letting our thoughts take control of our lives. This can allow us to create calmness even when our minds run wild. 

    just a sip: who should you keep around?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 1:29


    Ben talks about getting the right people in our lives. This could mean putting yourself in the right positions to meet new folks, or it could also mean putting in the effort into making your current relationships thrive. Either way, it takes effort and mindfulness to create circles of people in our lives that we can truly trust and grow with. 

    just a sip: mindfulness can look like anything

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 1:21


    Ben talks about the concept of mindfulness and how we can practice mindfulness through any activities that we find ourselves participating in - Sure, it's great to sit down to meditate, but we can bring that same energy into everything we do!

    just a sip: purpose over perfection

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 1:34


    Ben speaks on having purpose rather than striving for perfection. We don't need to worry about trying to be perfect all the time - it's more than enough (and more effective) to specify what your purpose is and to truly act according to that purpose. 

    just a sip: nothing is permanent & everything is flowing

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 1:10


    Ben invites in the topic of permanence vs. flow, and how he believes nothing is truly ever fixed or permanent. The world and our present reality is constantly shifting, changing, and growing, and we have to be open to flowing right along with it. 

    just a sip: an extended conversation about life with ben & sam

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 26:54


    Welcome to the first ever extended episode of just a sip! Ben is joined one final time by hygge coworking's own Sam Poler. They chop it up and discuss quite the range of random (and not so random) topics over the course of 25 minutes! Enjoy this mindful conversation about life, and hopefully it gives you at least one thing to ponder in your brain. 

    just a sip: ben & sam talk about relationships

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 2:30


    Ben is joined by Sam Poler again for a guest episode of just a sip. They talk about the importance of valuing one's relationships and having gratitude for the simple things. 

    just a sip: ben & sam talk about nature

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 2:21


    Ben is joined by hygge coworking's own Sam Poler for a guest appearance episode. They talk about the importance of connecting with nature and grounding ourselves into our spaces. 

    just a sip: don't listen to the haters

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 1:33


    Here on just a sip, we try not to give to much weight to what the haters out there have to say about us. There will always be people (unfortunately) that try to take away our joy, power, peace, and strength. It's our duty to protect that energy so we can put our best foot forward as we move through life.

    just a sip: celebrate other peoples' wins

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2022 1:34


    A quick tip to creating a happier life can be to celebrate the joy and wins of other people. What if instead of being envious, jealous, or feeling some type of way about other peoples' success, we could share that joy and let it compound exponentially? Just a thought...

    just a sip: curiosity is all you need

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 1:14


    Ben talks about how it's not necessary to always be super optimistic and happy about everything that's to come in the future - all we need is a little curiosity and that will be enough to carry us forward. 

    just a sip: "what if..."

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2022 1:08


    Ben invites in the discussion of the phrase "what if?" Can we turn this phrase from an often negatively-utilized one to a positively-utilized one? Let's give it a try!

    just a sip: time is an interesting thing

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2022 1:40


    Ben breaks down the concept of time (as much as time can be broken down in one minute) and how we can build a better future for ourselves just by being present. 

    just a sip: you know yourself better than anybody

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 1:15


    Ben discusses the fact that we should trust our intuition and value our own self worth and self image over the opinions and judgments of others. 

    just a sip: feel good about yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2022 1:39


    We don't have time for haters. Prove them wrong by not taking them too seriously, instead taking time to love and nourish yourself as you move forward. 

    just a sip: alyssa shares about gratitude

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2022 1:31


    We have our first guest! Welcome Alyssa Pressler to the show, who discusses how a quick gratitude practice can make all the difference.

    just a sip: one percent better

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2022 1:13


    Ben discusses the common phrase "get 1% better every day" and revises this mindset to create space for all the ups and downs of daily life. 

    just a sip: keep forgiving yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 1:01


    Your forgiveness is self love as well as medicine for the earth. We all make mistakes, and it's always more productive to forgive, learn, and move forward with compassion rather than dwelling in our mistakes. 

    just a sip: kindness goes a long way

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2022 0:52


    Kindness doesn't just benefit the recipient, it benefits the giver. Kindness never runs out, and it's a beautiful tool for us to connect with others as well as our true nature.

    just a sip: it's okay to be human

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2022 1:13


    You aren't a superhuman. You don't have 10 mini-me's to complete tasks for you. There's just one of you and you're human. So give yourself grace to do one thing at a time, and be proud of yourself along the way. 

    just a sip: scaling happiness

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 1:04


    We often see others' happiness and feel envious of it, as though it takes away from our own happiness. But what if I told you we can scale happiness, and we can use ancient techniques to feel connected and happy for others, using it as fuel to create a better existence for all of us. 

    just a sip: present moment realities

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 0:50


    There are many ways in which we can spend the present moment. Ben talks about how to keep a level head through highs and lows of life.

    just a sip: creating your own confidence

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 1:27


    It's common to feel as though we need the approval of others to feel comfortable and confident. But we can create our own confidence and worth from the inside out, rather than seeking from external sources. 

    just a sip: cringey memories

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 1:33


    Often, our cringiest memories are the most emphasized in our brains. This can spiral us down unfortunate rabbit holes and thoughts - so how can we begin to create more positive & productive thought patterns? 

    just a sip: move with connection

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2022 0:42


    Ben talks about a simple thought process to determine what is meant for you, and what isn't. 

    just a sip: the science behind deep breathing

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2022 2:56


    Ben discusses and breaks down the science of breathing as it relates to the nervous system - or the body's central command center.

    just a sip: how much time do you spend in the future?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2022 1:26


    We can either spend our time in the past, present, or future. The majority of our time is usually spent in future projections or past memories, so how can we learn to spend more time in the present? 

    just a sip: experiencing change

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 1:25


    Change is often scary. But it's also a beautiful thing. When we're facing changes, it's all about mindset and intention. What do you want this change to bring you in your future? 

    just a sip: you are more than your output

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2022 1:19


    For most of us, especially the creative types, it's easy to feel like our worth is tied up in our daily or weekly production or accomplishments. But we're here to remind you that you're always worthy, no matter what today produces. 

    just a sip: control vs. release

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 1:33


    Do you often have the desire to control things or people around you? If so, how would it feel to release those expectations? Ben takes us through a quick discussion and breakdown. 

    just a sip: working with overstimulation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 1:45


    It's really easy to be overstimulated in our world. This makes it important to have tools in place to take a step back, soften our energy, and hear ourselves think.

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