Multitasking In Heels

We all strive to be self-aware and focus on being better versions of ourselves. But when does that behavior turn into an obsession and have the opposite effect? In this episode, we discuss the 10 signs that your self-awareness may have turned toxic. If you have ever found yourself compulsively searching the same topic on the internet, obsessively curating self-help quotes, taking every personality and Buzzfeed quiz out there, but still feeling stuck in the same place, this episode is definitely for you!

Joining us in this week's episode is Nicole O'Neil - Healer, Intuitive Guide, and Mentor. We talk to Nicole about the traumatic event that inspired her to help guide others on their journey toward healing and how she helps people feel more connected to themselves, have deeper intimacy with others, and live a fuller life.

And that doesn't mean simply getting more sleep! Did you know there are actually 7 different types of rest? And it's critically important to our spiritual and physical health that we actively incorporate each of these into our daily lives because a deficiency in even one of the areas of rest can have a negative effect on our health, relationships, happiness, creativity, and productivity. LIndsey and Liz discuss how they incorporate creative rest, spirtual rest, emotional rest, etc., into our daily lives and how especially important it is to do so in the fast-paced, high-achieving world we all live in. Lots of great tips in this episode!

Joining us for this episode is Brendan Casey, author of the book “Until You Came Along”. Rated by BuzzFeed as the #1 funniest book on parenting, “Until You Came Along” is a comedic and heartwarming take on parenting. It chronicles all of the amazing things that made life worth living before parents became parents – boozy brunches, tailgates, travel, etc. Everything we gave up when our precious bundles of joy burst into this world, trampling the fun out of our finely-tuned existence with their pants-shitting, tantrum-throwing neediness.

As the world opens back up and more and more people are getting vaccinated, employers and employees are trying to figure out what a potential return to the office looks like. Or if there will even be one. In this episode we discuss the “new normal” that companies and all of us worker bees will have to navigate. Are we willing to give up any new-found work/life balance for the sake of precious face time with the higher ups? How will companies adapt to supporting their employees as many of them may decide to remain remote? Will this help or hurt working mothers and diversity and inclusion initiatives? Lots of interesting discussion in this episode!

This episode is all about the importance of Wellness. Whether it's emotional, physical, occupational, or otherwise...defining what that means to you and how you can better incorporate it into your daily life. Liz discusses her hatred of meditation and Lindsey gives us a crash course in cosmic health. Lots of great insights in this episode!

We have spent a lot of time on the podcast talking about how challenging the pandemic has been for working moms. Today we are joined by our friend Brian who, in addition to having a demanding job, is also parenting 3 busy kids. Brian entertains us with hilarious stories of how he and his wife survived quarantine, remote learning, AND a move during the pandemic. He also shares one of the sweetest Pump moments we’ve ever had on the podcast.

Everyday on social media we are entertained with pictures of cute kids, adorable pets, food porn, and fun vacations. But in between all of that lies a lot of comparison, passive-aggression, and sometimes outright bullying. For all of the good these human networks have brought us, scientific studies are proving that too much time on social media is detrimental to our mental health. We discuss recognizing when it's time to take a break and what we can do instead to improve our states of mind.

Get ready for some serious inspiration in this episode! We are joined by our dear friend Cordelia Howell who tells us her story of rising through the ranks of a Fortune 100 company from a young new hire with no experience to becoming a respected leader within a global organization. She talks about the importance of curiosity, taking chances, and mentorship in career development and we give a nod to last week's episode with some self-care talk at the end.

With 45M hashtags on Instagram, the term #selfcare typically conjures up images of spa days expensive beauty products, and yoga retreats. But in reality, self-care should be a form of discipline - a necessity as basic as eating and sleeping. In this episode we dig into the importance of taking an active role in preserving our own well-being and happiness.

The average person makes 35,000 decisions a day. And the past year has been filled with critical and exhaustive decision-making as it relates to what we feel is safe for our families. In this episode, we share stories of how we navigated the complexities of the past year and how decision fatigue contributes to increased stress and anxiety in all of us. Liz also talks about the product that gave her an "OCD orgasm".

Denmark is known for having the happiest people in the world. So, how do they do it and what is their secret to raising happy kids? In this episode we dig into the Danish way of parenting including their focus on free play, the importance of developing empathy, and their commitment to raising resilient kids who are critical thinkers able to navigate life's curveballs. Lots of great revelations in this episode!

When does too much positivity turn toxic? In this episode Liz and Lindsey discuss the dangers of toxic positivity - in both our personal and professional lives. We share stories of feeling dismissed, shut down, and unsupported in favor of someone else's need to maintain a happy and fake facade. Lindsey also shares a very heartwarming and sentimental "what's in the box?".

According to Forbes Magazine, 69% of employees working from home are experiencing burnout. In this episode we discuss how having our home lives and work lives collide has caused us increased stress, anxiety, and fatigue. We also discuss "humane scheduling" and what employers and managers could be doing to better support their employees now that working from home has gone from a trend to our new normal.

Joining us on this week’s episode is our pal, Rick Fink, host of the critically-acclaimed podcast, Small Town Scuttlebutt. We share funny parenting stories, geek-out about stand-up comedy, and Rick reveals what listeners can expect from the latest season of Scuttlebutt. He also provides some marital advice to Liz.

Did you know that 85% of the thoughts that go through our head on a daily basis are negative? Joining is on this week's episode are professional coaches Julie Dereshinsky and Jackie Mellen who are on a mission to help us silence those negative thoughts, tap into our wants and dreams, and unlock our full potential. http://www.tinyurl.com/youonpurpose

You never know what twists and turns life is going to throw at us. In this episode, Liz and Lindsey interview their friend, Jen Hoffmeister, who became a single mother to her two young boys after a tragic accident took the life of her husband. Jen speaks open and honestly about navigating her grief, what it's like to be a single parent during a pandemic, and the exciting new endeavors she is pursuing.

Newsflash: Parenting is not an Olympic sport. So why do so many of us treat it that way? Liz and Lindsey discuss what defines a "successful" child and how do we expose our kids' dreams versus impose our own. The goal is to make sure your kid isn't an a**hole. That's true success.

Liz and Lindsey welcome their good friend, Gretchell Foscaldo, to the podcast to discuss the importance of diversity and inclusion in both the workplace and the community we live in. Gretchell talks about moving to the United States and Puerto Rico after graduating from college, building her career in corporate America, and being a champion for cultural transformation in the workplace.

It's no secret that the pandemic has been incredibly detrimental to working motjhers with over 2 million leaving the workforce since February 2020. Liz and Lindsey discuss the newly proposed "Marshall Plan for Moms" - its pros and cons and the more urgent need to address larger public policy issues that will provide better support for working parents. Lindsey also reveals who sent her husband the giant steak!

Dr. Lauren Beitelspacher, Professor of Marketing at Babson College, talks about what it's like to influence - and be inspired by - Generation Z. This unique generation was born around the time of 9/11, has never experienced life without technology, and faces the highest levels of anxiety we've ever seen. We discuss the importance of raising critical thinkers and making sure our kids have the tools they need to be successful - in the real world. We also get into some stars, like are not like us!

In order to prove their commitment to their careers, women often feel forced to downplay their childcare obligations. In this episode, Liz and Lindsey discuss the unspoken, but inherent biases against working mothers and how corporate America is still very much structured to support men. They offer up their personal perspectives on this topic and also share what unexpected packages arrived in the mail.

We all deal with them, even if we don't want to. The Judgey-Mcjudgerson's who have nominated themselves to poke their nose in your proverbial business. Just like the PTA Mom's on "Bad Mom's", Liz and Lindsey delve into; the mean mom stories they've dealt with, how moms should be supporting one another, not tearing each other down, and to remember it takes a village. Joining Liz and Lindsey on this week's episode is Rachel Sobel, the hilarious mastermind behind the blog Whine and Cheez(its). Rachel shares her perspective on Mommy Mean Girls, raising daughters in the world of social media, and the Amazon purchase that changed her life.

In this episode, Liz and Lindsey are joined by Henry Ward, a recovering addict whose inspirational road to recovery is detailed in his new book, Running Without the Devil. Henry shares his battle with addiction, what finally led him to get help, and how he is using his experience and platform as an ultra marathon runner to help other addicts get the treatment they so desperately need.

Liz and Lindsey discuss body positivity and the importance of raising kids with body confidence and a healthy relationship with food. They share the messages they were given around body image growing up and Liz shares her very personal struggle with disordered eating. You'll also find out how Lindsey almost ruined Christmas!

That might have been the "rule" for our grandmothers but the roles of both moms and dads have evolved quite a bit over the decades. In this episode, we revisit the traditional expectations of men and women and their respective roles in the household, discuss how we were raised, and share how we partner with our husbands to manage kids, house, careers, etc. And drive safely! You don't want to swerve off the road when we talk about "make sure you are pretty for your man when they get home".

Nope, it's not a heart attack, just a panic attack! Whether you meditate, medicate, or are just white knuckle your way through this rollercoaster of life, we want you to know you are not alone. During this episode, we share our personal struggles with anxiety, what helps us navigate our frenzied lives while trying to maintain a modicum of fabulousness, and the importance of removing the stigma surrounding mental health. You'll also learn what personal hygiene product Facebook thinks Liz desperately needs!

In Episode 9, Liz and Lindsey talk about what some would consider you only do during a mid-life crisis, but not Julie. Do you know it's more common to change jobs during your 40's (and it's not just because of COVID)? "Take risks. Say yes. Explore what fulfills you." Those are the words of wisdom from this week's guest, Julie Dereshinsky. After spending 20+ years in corporate America, Julie left the rat race to become a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach. She discusses what it was like to pursue her dream in her 40s, what she has personally gotten out of being a coach, and how she balances all of that with being a wife and a mother. She also dishes on why her daughter doesn't think all Rudy's should be considered Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer. This is an episode not to miss!!

Episode 8 is all about everyone initially embracing the "Covid Comfy" of working from home in sweatpants and messy buns to people finally coming around and realizing throwing on some lipgloss and skinny jeans might actually make you more productive. We also share our best pandemic beauty purchases and talk about our favorite celebrity that everyone loves to hate.

This week Liz and Lindsey talk about "lit Thanksgivings", grocery shopping (love it or hate it), and what it's like from a Dad's perspective with the great Voice Over Actor, and TikTok star, Joe Gaudet (@Iamjoegaudet). With Multitasking in Heel's listenership at 20% men, this episode will be even more relatable, because you too, are in the pandemic with us. Joe talks about following your passion, which is relatable to all, and dishes out so many great life lessons, along with a few amazing impressions on the side. You don't want to miss this!

"You'll learn that on the streets" was our parents' approach to "the talk". Determined to break the cycle of repression, we dive right into it with our boys. From boners to wet dreams, we Beavis & Butthead our way through birds and the bees convo with our kids.

In Episode 5, we welcome our first guest, our good friend Kristie. Liz starts us off, by discussing what it means to be part of the "Sandwich generation", where we are charged with taking care of our kids and our parents (sorry, we would also rather be discussing the best ingredients in a sandwich). Then Kristie joins Lindsey, as they share their personal stories about what it’s like having a parent with Alzheimer’s and the difficult journey and decisions that come along with that. We promise you, will still laugh a little as well.

From Tiger King to Jeffrey Epstein, Abducted in Plain Sight, the Ted Bundy Tapes, The Social Dilemma, etc., etc, the silver lining of this pandemic is undoubtedly being able to binge watch some weird and wacky stuff. And there is definitely something out there for everyone. But we're not just watching the normal go to's. No. It's not that simple. Find out these self-described TV junkies, Liz and Lindsey, find entertaining these days. You will be surprised, maybe a little bit horrified, and you might pick up some fun facts about aliens, The Go-Gos, and fight culture.

In Episode 3, we tackle a potentially sensitive subject: IVF. Both of us went through IVF for different reasons and with different results. As we're sure everyone can agree, the road to to parenthood is almost never a smooth one. It’s typically filled with speed bumps, potholes, a decent amount of detours, and sometimes a lot of tears. But however you ended up becoming a parent, the journey is a very personal one. Follow us and subscribe! Find us wherever you get your podcasts as well! And all the socials, multitaskinginheels (Disclaimer: we are not discriminating against anyone who prefers to wear flats. We just prefer to wear heels. And one of us has a flat foot.)

In Episode 2, we discuss those things, we hope our kids don't do that we did "Do as I say, not as we did". Like that time you lied to your parents and went to that party, or the time you lied to your parents and went to that other party. You get the picture. Our kids are there. And they are more challenged in the common sense department than we were because tech has destroyed their brains. What are we in for?

Multitasking In Heels Podcast is here to remind everyone - we're all doing okay as parents, and people, even though it feels like we're failing. We are frenzied, and tired (I mean, like really, really tired), but deep down inside of us, there is still a fabulous person hiding in plain sight. In Episode 1, we discuss "Identity Theft" and not the kind where someone in another country, or even another state, gets your credit card and charges a bunch on rims and protein powder (listen to the podcast for the inside on this). We're talking about slowly becoming invisible, becoming a title; a mom, a wife, a daughter-in-law, a son-in-law, slap a generic name tag on it and that's your new role. You cease to become an individual. So take a listen! Follow and subscribe! Find us wherever you get your podcasts as well! And all the socials, multitaskinginheels. (Disclaimer: we are not discriminating against anyone who prefers to wear flats. We just prefer to wear heels. And one of us has a flat foot.)