Rant Not Over

I rant about the evolution of my relationship with discipline, the importance of getting your priorities in check, why habits matter, and how my routine keeps the peace. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Asking for what you want isn't easy, but we discuss why it's so worth it. Hint: I'm the work in progress here, while Elena offers great insight from her professional and romantic experience. Speak up, rock the boat, say the thing - because you owe it to yourself to attract the life you want (and deserve). Follow Elena on Instagram to keep up with her creative content! @queencityyy.e --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

I've given this topic a lot of thought, but my contribution to this topic alone didn't feel adequate. So - I polled roughly 20 of my closest friends and family with the following question: "What is one thing about your personal journey / pursuit of "figuring things out" that has given you joy and peace amidst all the inevitable chaos of life?" I expand on their responses regarding self-love, controlling what we can control, enjoying the process, and more! I also give my own personal reason(s) that give me joy and peace.  Enjoy!  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

The human experience is all the same at it's core: seeking community, love, and belonging. Anyone else feeling the constant battle between living in the "life is short" and "life is long" mindsets? There's room for multiple truths to exist. Being happy with who you are is the ultimate win in life. "The final step is not success, it's significance". You only get answers if you keep going. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

We talk about Amanda's travel growth from spontaneous trips to planned excursions. Hot tip: check the weather of the place you're traveling to before packing. Waiting on other people to take trips with you is overrated. There's strength in knowing your travel style and what you'd like to experience during your solo travels: immersive experience or isolated relaxation. Sometimes driving 12 hours out of your way is worth it for the Utah salt flats. When in doubt, carry bear spray for protection. Keep up with Amanda's travels on IG: @peanutbutterjellyaddict --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

I take a solo dive into why growing as an individual can inevitably lead to outgrowing people in your life. It can feel like no longer feeling fulfilled in someone's presence, being indifferent about the relationship, or straight up not wanting to tolerate their bullsh*t anymore. Is the conversation worth having to salvage the relationship or should you fall back and make them feel your absence? Choose people who are consistently choosing you. More importantly, choose yourself over a relationship that no longer serves you. Outgrowing can naturally bring about emotions such as grief, confusion, and hurt. Growth = alignment = attraction of things meant for you! I hope you enjoy and this makes navigating these strange waters a little easier ♡ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Gabriana and I sit down to catch up on her new found love for fitness and the evolution of it all - from a college athlete, to a new mom, to a gym junkie. She walks us through the insecurities and battles she's had to overcome in the gym and in her own body. Body dysmorphia is a bitch. Making time for herself has made her a better mother, partner, friend, and overall human. We also dip into personal development and why it's important to call yourself out on your own bullshit. Hope you guys enjoy! Follow Gabriana on IG and follow along her fitness journey: @gabrianaortiz_ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

I hope this conversation energizes you as much as it did me! We dive into Desiree's fitness journey, and how falling off helped her to bounce back 10x harder. We talk about how self worth has impacted her self love journey, relationships, and boundaries. It's no coincidence that all of this boils down to self awareness and introspection. Most importantly, emotional intelligence...that is all. Hope y'all enjoy! Check out Desiree on Instagram! @allthingsdesss --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Ashley walks us through her 10 year career working with animals ranging from the Pittsburg Zoo to her current career as traveling vet tech. Listening to her gut has been the biggest deciding factor in staying, leaving, or pivoting in her career. We navigate why trusting your gut is so vital, but also why people tend to avoid it. Leaving a comfortable situation can be scary, but also worth the risk - this applies to careers AND relationships. Ashley expresses her contempt for insects, and I explain my fear of possums. All in all, listen to your gut and TAKE THE LEAP. Hope yall enjoy! Follow Ashley on Instagram! @ashleyvettech --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Carly, owner of Luminous Boutique, walks us the nitty gritty of small business ownership. She talks about growing a business during a pandemic, taking a full-time job on top of running Luminous, and the "why" that kept her going even on the questionable days. We lean into why doing what you love is so rewarding, why being a dreamer is important, and why also being realistic is crucial. Follow Luminous Boutique on Instagram: @shop.luminousboutique --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Evan is back and better! He made a big move out west and we dive into what that transition looked like, the adjustments, and the lessons learned along the journey. You will never have it figured out, so take peace in knowing the journey is the fun part. Trust yourself above all. Stop listening to people's judgement who are living lives you don't want. I give my own little vulnerable life update and what my future holds. You can't grow if you're comfortable. Keep up with Evan's adventures! @evanlanc --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

1st layer is self-awareness + acknowledgement: This requires introspection, recognizing behaviors, patterns, toxic habits, etc. This is the catalyst for the rest of the journey towards happiness and self-fulfillment. 2nd layer is self-responsibility + accountability: This requires digging and unpacking (scary, but crucial to not avoid). Take ownership over your own life, your own healing, and your own behaviors. YOU are the common denominator in your life, take responsibility for it. 3rd layer is acceptance + control: This requires releasing and accepting what you cannot control, and start focusing on what you can control. This is a mindset shift, and energy shift, and ultimately leads to true FREEDOM. I give some vulnerable, real life examples of my own behaviors and patterns and how I've maneuvered through them using this process. Let's change the narrative of how you can truly be responsible for your own happiness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Boundaries are not a negative thing, they're to keep you safe. You can't expect someone to change their behavior if you don't express your boundary. Communicating boundaries are hard, and the delivery is important. Boundaries come down to self respect and knowing yourself, what you need, and what you aren't willing to tolerate. Adult friendships aren't easy, give them grace. The benefits of dating around. Sydni shares her non-negotiables/boundaries and I share mine. Signs that you need to set boundaries in a relationship. Follow Sydni on Instagram: @sydnibickford Check out the novel we referenced: Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Tendencies of masculine and feminine energies are innately in all of us! Even if you don't battle it internally, it's sure to arise in a romantic relationship. Women need to allow men to be soft, men need to allow women to be assertive. If someone can't honor or encourage your independence, RED FLAG. Sometimes a female's masculinity in a relationship can be a defense mechanism. First date etiquette and who pays. Energy balances in same sex relationships, it's still a struggle to navigate. A TRUE alpha man is secure enough to allow his woman to have masculine energy.  Follow Neeq on IG! @allyou.neeq.isloveee --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Bonus episode!!!! Happy Valentine's Day yall! Today we celebrate ALL love - self, platonic, familial, and romantic. You can be alone and still be fulfilled. There is no greater gift to give yourself than self-love. Your thoughts become your reality, be careful what you tell yourself. Stop glorifying relationships you don't even know the half about - create your OWN version of relationship goals. IG: @reonnajade + @rantnotoverpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

F*ck caring what people think about your social media, DO YOU BOO! Working out boosts your confidence, it's no coincidence. EAT CARBS!!!! Your body is your best friend, be kind to yourself. When you're authentically you, you win. Follow Kim on Instagram! @kimm.simpson --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Take responsibility for your own circumstances, shortcomings, and reactions. Stop blaming the universe or other people for your life, take back your power and take control. No one likes a victim mentality. It's not what happens to us, it's how we react to it. Give yourself the closure and healing you need, don't expect it from someone else. Use your adversity as your advantage, not as your excuse. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Everyone's love language is quality time, just be present and intentional with your time. Take social cues, not everyone loves physical touch (especially on a first date). Don't buy your way out of trouble with gifts, it doesn't replace your shortcoming. Do the act of service because you want to make the other person's life easier, not because you want to use it as leverage. Selfless sex is the best sex, by the way. Words of affirmation…oof. I'm shook and proud that most of my IG followers have had the "love languages talk" with their partner. Romantic relationships can survive if love languages don't align, IF both partners are willing to communicate their way through it. Follow Elise on IG: @elisee_k --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

This is a juicy one. I give my two cents on y'alls turn-ons and turn-offs while dating. I also give mine at the end! Communication is key, and honestly expected. It's also more than just speaking, it's understanding too. A guy having a house plant or two is a green flag (pun totally intended). Have ambition, a goal, a passion...something! Do you think the guy should pay for the first date? Consistency is hot, vulnerability is sexy. Confidence is appreciated, just don't be obnoxious. Also, just be nice to the waiters y'all it's not that hard. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Getting hit on at the gym (don't do it). You can be honest without being brutal. The difference between honesty and transparency. Stop asking girls for their snapchat. India hates cardio. Cooking together is not a love language, get the f*ck out of my way. MAKE YOUR BED. How journaling gets me through my toughest days. Navigating anxiety. Introvert vs extrovert. Dating gone wrong. Passion vs purpose, and finding yours. Pour into people that pour back into you. Follow India on Instagram! @ndeeyuh --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Reflecting on my fitness journey, from the day I looked in the mirror 5 years ago after gaining the freshman 15 and decided I didn't want to feel or look that way anymore. Your approach will evolve overtime, it's a constant refinement process. Don't take shortcuts. And it's okay to fuck up...it's called LIFE. So enjoy the process, but keep going. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Okay ya'll, let's talk about doing hard things and why it's important. Whether it's becoming more disciplined in your lifestyle or finally upholding your boundaries in relationships, it's difficult. But that's what makes it SO damn rewarding. Stop diminishing yourself, your values, and your needs because "it's easy". The difficulty brings the joy, adversity breeds a beast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Our first time sitting down and talking, and we could have talked forever!! We talked about alcohol sabbaticals, meditation, morning routines, consistency, working a 9-5, yoga (and my dreadful experience with power yoga). We ended with talking about how life can really be a testament to your growth - realizing how you would've handled a situation a year ago vs now. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Calling myself out for lack of consistency - and challenging myself to become more consistent. Asking myself "how bad do I want it?". Becoming a better version of yourself means looking in the mirror. You can't grow until you face your shit, you can't grow UNLESS you face your shit. Take accountability, responsibility, and control of your own life because no one else is going to do it for you (nor should they). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Anybody else feel like the older you get the less bullshit you're willing to tolerate? It's okay to outgrow people. Growth is not linear and not the same for everyone - different stages, different phases, different timing. Text is the worst form of conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

We all talk to ourselves, at least we should. Or talk to someone else. Or write it down. Just get it OUT! Also, emotions are weird...but valid. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Just two twenty-somethings talking our shit about growth, reciprocity, cutting people off, serial daters and everything in between. *Disclaimer* We are not experts and do not have it all figured out...just probably more than some. Also her dog, Jr. makes an appearance from time to time :) ENJOY!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

The title basically says it all. Control what you can control. My ideal morning. Don't ask me what my tattoos mean, but I'll tell you if you actually care. The self love journey has been a hard and rewarding one. Introspection is key. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Aaaaaand we're ripping off the podcasting bandaid with a solo episode ranting about all things humanity. I talk briefly about my internal struggle over the past few months, why it's important to give yourself (and other people) grace, and allowing yourself to be human! Because, after all, we are ONLY HUMAN. I am just here to spread any light, love, and perspective with things I've learned on my own journey. Excited to start sharing with you guys again. Xo --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Believe it or not, this was our first time meeting. We had no shortage of things to say and bounced around ideas from education, personal growth, self love, and figuring this life shit out. Listen to us navigate our way through each other's thoughts and epiphanies as young adults. Lots of love and laughs in this episode to last a lifetime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

A God-sent episode. Elena is essentially helping me through my quarter-life crisis. Her career path post-college until now. Marketing vs Sales. You owe it to yourself to take a chance. Compatibility and love languages. Finding out what you need for yourself and being able to communicate it...difficult, but worthwhile. Moral of this story: stop accepting less. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Changing your mind is a strength - whether it is a career, a relationship, or your own tendencies. Try everything. Don't settle for complacency, we have ONE LIFE. Quit feeding yourself bullshit excuses to stay comfortable. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Imposter syndrome - it's real. Let's stop putting people in boxes. Empathy gives you the power to not give stupid things power. Self-awareness has been our key factor in growth. When you realize vulnerability is stronger than “being strong”…oof. Being vs doing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Give yourself grace. Ebbs and flows. Surrounding yourself with the right group of people. What legacy do you want to leave behind? Heavy conversation leaving me lighter is my kryptonite. Still attempting to be eloquent and articulate...stay tuned. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

The gaps are where life happens. The pursuit of our goals is the "living", not the goals themselves! Speak your truth when things are good, and live your truth when things are not so ideal. Breaking down my idea of selfish. FILL YOUR OWN CUP. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Meditation - doesn't have to be a perfect practice to work. We THRIVE off of creative outlets and inspiration, so tap into that shit. Do what FEEDS YOUR SOUL. Don't dim your light for anyone, shine bright baby. Create your life on a daily basis. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Face the mirror people. Have a resolution every day you wake up. Love languages: know yours and know your people's. We've grown up some since college...thankfully. Perspective and truth from a new momma and her natural birthing story. Lil Kai made an appearance too. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

2020 reflection, in all its glory and garbage. Practice gratitude and be present. Happiness does not come from life's checkpoints, but more so the moments in between. Take a step back and realize what is really important. BYE 2020 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Disclaimer: Our episode got cut short due to technical difficulties, but we still talked enough shit to suffice. Humans are not one dimensional. Empathy is the best approach for understanding. Understanding does not have to equate acceptance. Our long distance relation(friend)ship and how it's prevailed. Reason, season, or lifetime baby. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Humor shows over drama shows any day. My quarantine short story. Finding your creative outlet. Stop giving people and situations too much power who don't deserve it. Control what you can control. And most importantly, don't count yourself out. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Only right my first guest is my best friend - my momma. This women makes me a better person. Our wine Wednesday chat includes leaning into what you love, adaption during these crazy times, and how execution matters the most. Enjoy! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support

Why I want to rant and why I want to share it with the world (or those willing to listen). Let's humanize humans again, explore possibilities, thoughts, and everything in between. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rantnotover/support