Sisterly

It's been a big week in pop culture. Love Island UK is in full swing and the internet is having a meltdown over Hailey Bieber and Selena Gomez. Have no idea what we're talking about? We explain it all in today's episode, as well as what our society's obsession with these two women says about us.

Most of us know what it's like to walk into a room where you don't know anybody and feel your stomach drop. Social anxiety is something a lot of us deal with on a day-to-day basis. Today, we discuss our experiences with social anxiety and the coping mechanisms we use to help us in these high-pressure situations.

On this Valentine's Day, we laugh through some of our earliest rejections and talk about some of our experiences in middle school, high school and college where we were shut down. Join us this Valentine's Day as we remind you not to take rejection too seriously or to heart!

In this episode we talk about our current struggles with body image and discuss what factors seem to make it worse, as well as well as our musing on what helps improve our mindsets. CW: body image. Feel free to skip this episode if body image/body issues topics are not helpful for you to hear about! We'll be waiting for you on the next one.

Join us on today's episode as we break down some of the biggest friendship transitions we've experienced. We talk through three different time periods where we've experienced this, how we manage it, and tips for how you can get through it too.

In this episode we talk about the lull that can come with January - it's post-holidays, nothing big to immediately look forward to, and there is a lot of pressure to keep up with ambitious New Year's resolutions. We also discuss the books we're reading, Miley Cyrus's new song Flowers, and season 2 of White Lotus.

In our first episode of 2023 we go through our intentions for the new year. We also discuss our holidays, Olivia's time in Australia, the new season of White Lotus, and we go on a 20-minute rant about Avatar: The Way of Water...If you don't want any movie spoilers, be sure to skip from minute 13:00 to 30:52!

Happy Holidays Sisterly, listeners! We're excited to wrap up this year with our own roundup of favorite shows, movies, podcasts, music, books and more! Make sure to tune in and tell us your favorites @sisterlypod on Instagram!

On this week's episode, we're rambling, but about important topics! We have a highly anticipated update on Rebecca's ice skating journey, we talk about scary situations we've witnessed with men exhibiting trash behavior and then we wrap it up with a new segment on Sisterly advice.

In this episode we continue our wedding series to discuss one of the more stressful aspects of wedding planning: the budget. We discuss the various components of a wedding budget and our tips to prioritize what's most important to you. We also chat about our thoughts on who should pay for things like bachelorette parties and wedding-adjacent events.

Happy Thanksgiving Week, Sisterly listeners! As we get ready to head home for the holidays we take a minute to reflect on what it's been like for us to bring home our partners for the holidays and some tips & tricks on how to make them feel more comfortable. If you're heading home solo, we also break down how to respond to prying family and friends that might ask you uncomfortable questions you'd like to run away from.

In today's episode we begin with a deep dive into the latest season of Love is Blind, the Selena Gomez Documentary and Lindsay Lohan's new Christmas movie. Then we get into our main topic: our relationship with alcohol. Rebecca and Olivia discuss their differing histories with alcohol, their relationship with it now, and Rebecca talks about the challenges and benefits of always being sober.

On this week's episode, we're starting a new series called "Things We Talk to Our Therapists About." One thing we both find ourselves struggling with is perfectionism and the idea that we constantly need to do more and be better. After a while, this school of thought becomes draining. We break down how perfectionism shows up in our own lives and how we try to cope with it in different ways, including (most importantly) venting to our therapists.

In today's episode we're talking all things Midnights. In case you didn't know, we're Swifties. We take a deep dive into each song off of Taylor Swift's latest album, and discuss the expectations we had before hearing the album, our favorite songs, favorite lyrics, and the Easter eggs and conspiracy theories we picked up on.

On this week's episode we're reunited in Boston! We start off the episode by recapping our girls trip in Rhode Island where we finally got to celebrate Rebecca's 30th! Then we get into the main event...wedding dress shopping! Listen to learn all about Rebecca's experience dress shopping and how she found the one!

There's nothing quite like a vacation with your best gal pals. In this episode we break down the joys and challenges of traveling with groups of friends, and our best tips to make sure that everyone leaves the trip happy, relaxed and drama-free.

Welcome back to Sisterly! We are so excited to kick off season 2. In today's episode, we're catching you all up on our summer adventures including one VERY special moment for Rebecca that you won't want to miss.

Most of us have a story or two to tell about a crazy roommate, or maybe you were the crazy roommate! In this week's episode, we talk through your submissions to our roommate poll, your biggest pet peeves when living with someone and your craziest roommate stories. We also break down our own living experiences and toxic roommate traits as well as what it was like to live with each other as kids. 

In this episode we discuss some of the heavier issues going on in the country right now, how they make us feel, and what we think we can try to do to cope and resist feelings of hopelessness.

In today's episode, we've brought back our boyfriends Mike and Jack to talk about our love languages! If you don't know about the love languages, they are five characteristics that describe how we receive love. In this episode, we dive into each of our love languages, how they interact in our relationships, what we agree with and what surprised us.

Today we're talking with Sadie Sutton, host of the teen mental health podcast, She Persisted. On She Persisted, Sadie shares her own experience with depression, anxiety and dialectical behavioral therapy and interviews mental health experts on a broad array of mental health topics including anxiety, depression, PTSD, stress, self-harm and evidence-based treatment. In our conversation with Sadie we cover what led her to form a podcast about adolescent mental health and how the belief systems we adapt can maintain our mental health challenges. We also discuss the differences between our generations in handling mental health issues and how she feels the environment at her college (and Rebecca's alma mater!) can impact its student's well-being. + Sadie's Instagram: www.instagram.com/shepersistedpodcast + Sadie's website: www.shepersistedpodcast.com + She Persisted on Spotify + She Persisted on Apple Podcasts You can find more Sisterly content on Instagram @sisterlypod

In today's episode, we're switching things up a bit and talking about one of our FAVORITE topics: pop culture. We'll be breaking down some of our favorite and least favorite met gala looks - as well as the implications that the event has on viewers, Nick & Priyanka Jonas' baby update, the insane Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard trial and last but not least, Taylor Swift's potential album release happening this Friday.

When you find yourself living on your own for the first time, you quickly start to realize all of the mundane tasks that being a functioning adult requires. In today's episode we're discussing our least favorite "adulting" tasks like tidying for guests, making doctor's appointments and...going to the post office. We also provide some hacks that we and our listeners have learned make those tasks slightly less painful.

This past week we both dealt with unexpected disappointment when our plans were immediately changed due to a pesky COVID test. It made us reflect on how we manage the sudden waves of disappointment that can hit us. In today's episode, we chat about how disappointment can show up in our lives and steps to cope with it in a way where you're able to learn something from it but not let it consume you.

FOMO, aka the fear of missing out, is a feeling a lot of us know too well. But what is it that we're actually missing? And do we all experience FOMO in the same way? In this episode we take a deep dive into how we each experience FOMO, where it originated for the both of us and how we try to stop it from overtaking our emotions.

The more we change, the more we stay the same, or do we? Today we're talking about the ways in which each of us have changed and the ways we're still very much the same on the inside as the little kids we once were. We also discuss how our relationship has changed over time, and how to handle it when someone you're close to changes without you. 

That's right, we're a couple of children of divorce. We know what you may think...oh great they're here to complain. But that's not the case! Divorce is complicated, of course, but the way it shaped our lives was not all bad. Tune in to today's episode to hear the many things we learned throughout the years navigating a different family dynamic.

Today we're talking about burnout, a feeling we've known all too well lately. We discuss what has been contributing to it, how to be kinder to yourself about it and how to make time for yourself.

In the spirit of International Women's Day, today we're talking all about women's health! We're joined by Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Laura Flanagan, as she teaches us all about what women should be doing annually to take care of themselves, the importance of communication and consent with your healthcare provider, and debunks some myths about birth control, STI testing and products marketed for women's health.

We've all been asked, 'what do you want to be when you grow up?' Somehow that question seems really easy when we're 5 and incredibly difficult when we approach adulthood. Today we're talking about how we found our career interests (through many stumbles) as well as how you can ignore the noise and unsolicited advice of others to follow your passions. 

Can you manifest the life you want? Can positive affirmations alter your mindset? In today's episode we're explaining what manifestation is, what scientists say about it and our own personal beliefs on it. We also contrast it with the concept of affirmations, and explain what affirmations are, what they can be used for and our own experiences using them.

Today you'll hear some of our most embarrassing stories...we're revealing some of our earliest crushes that really felt like love at 15. What was our first teenage infatuation like? Was is successful or an epic flop? We also dive into some of our celebrity crushes from back in the day and finish it all off with an epic 2000s heart-throb version of smash or pass. You won't want to miss it!

That's right - Sisterly has its very first guests! Our wonderful boyfriends, Mike and Jack, join us on the pod for the first time to discuss their perspectives on middle school and high school dating, dances, relationships and societal expectations. Olivia and Rebecca talk about prom-posals, rejection and 6th grade boyfriends. We hope to make this the first segment in a recurring series where they answer our invasive questions and provide some insights into the boy brain. Let us know what else you want to hear from them!

It's no secret that we're our own toughest critics. But a lot of the things you feel bad or guilty about aren't bad AT ALL. In fact they're 100% normal. In today's episode we break down everything from wishing you were someone else to having a lot of emotions and why those are rational feelings. But, we also talk about ways to handle those feelings and how to better manage them.

Having a tough day? Are you doubting yourself or feeling stressed? We've all been there! In these moments it's more important than ever to take care of yourself. Today we're giving you tips and tricks on how to put yourself first when it feels impossible. Plus hear the latest on what we've been up to, including Olivia's thrilling trip to donate blood.

That's right, we're talking conflict. In today's episode we break down our approaches to handling conflict, how we react to and express feelings of anger, frustration or upset, and how we receive it from others. We share our own experiences arguing with friends or romantic partners and the tips we've picked up over time that can make having arguments less intimidating and more productive.

Happy New Year, Sisterly listeners! In today's episode we're talking about whether or not we subscribe to New Year's "resolutions" and what we're seeking out of 2022. Plus, hear some A+ quality rambling about our love of Tom Holland and Zendaya, cats, and reading.

The year is wrapping up and we are feeling reflective! Today we tackle a challenging topic...forgiveness. Are you someone who can forgive and forget or do you hold onto grudges forever? Most importantly, are you able to forgive yourself? If not, you're not alone! We break down some of the ways we've been able to worth on forgiving ourselves in today's episode.

The holiday season is here! For some it really is the most wonderful time of the year, but for others this time of year can be challenging, anxiety producing and lonely. Today we walk through the different emotions that may come up during the holidays and some tips for how to take care of yourself. We of course couldn't help but throw in some of our favorite holiday traditions as well!

We asked and you answered! On today's episode we're so excited to talk about red and green flags in dating and relationships, especially those that our listeners sent in. Dating and building relationships is tough, so what are some things that we should be wary of and what are signs that the person you're with could be a winner? Tune in to hear us break down red flags like being rude to waiters, bragging and only talking about yourself and hype up green flags including being open to trying new things.

It's the holiday season which brings up a lot of feelings, and one that we wanted to explore on today's episode is jealousy. During this time of year it seems like everywhere you look or scroll, people are having the time of their lives and it can lead to a comparison game and feelings of envy. Today we break down what that may look like for you, how jealousy comes up for us and take away some of the stigma surrounding these feelings. Plus, how can we manage jealousy in a healthier way? Listen to find out!

That's right today we're talking about all things love! How are we supposed to know when we're in love? Is it possible to be in love at first sight? We're discussing all this and more on today's episode. We get into our own experiences with love and all the emotions that came with falling for someone. Plus, how does love change from those first moments to years later? We also give our opinions on if love at first sight is a hoax and whether or not we think we each have a soulmate.

What's more challenging, knowing what you want or asking for it? On this week's episode of Sisterly we talk about both and how we each struggle in our own way to ask for what we want. From having no idea how to determine what we're looking for to flat-out rejection of our needs, we've seen it all and are excited to share on this week's episode. 

Don't let the title fool you, we're not discussing the plot of A Cinderella Story. Today we're talking about taking risks. Despite our closeness we actually handle risk taking and making decisions very differently. In this episode we discuss the risks we've taken in our lives, our philosophies on what's worth it and if we have any regrets looking back.

Birthdays can include cake, presents and celebrations, but they can also stir up high expectations, reflection, and sometimes feelings of disappointment. In this episode we talk about birthdays and how we deal with birthday expectations and comparisons. Plus, in honor of Olivia turning 25, we talk about things Rebecca would tell her 25 year old self and things Olivia wants to focus on in her 25th year.

This week we're talking about friendships, specifically when a friendship ends. Losing a friend can feel really personal and like a reflection on you. But is it always? Sometimes friends come into your life for a season, and we're discussing it all on this week's episode.

Childhood bullies and awkward teen romantic encounters can create deep insecurities. That self-doubt doesn't always go away with age, and it can even be carried into future romantic relationships. We touch on what insecurities we developed at an early age, how getting into a relationship didn't magically fix them, and what we continue to do to heal self-doubt.

This week we were inspired by World Mental Health Day coming up on October 10 so we decided to share our own experiences with mental health. We talk about some of our early struggles with mental health issues, our journey to getting ourselves in better places, and our coping skills. Of course we still laugh through it all, even when talking about the more challenging days as we remember how far we've come.

Today we're talking first jobs and the life lessons (and trauma!) we gained from those early experiences. We each worked in different settings, yet but both of us managed to face some of the same challenges and insecurities in the workplace. How do you push back against negative formative work experiences to become more confident women in the workforce? In today's episode we discuss the tools we use to move beyond insecurities and imposter syndrome.

They say comparison is the thief of joy, yet people can't seem to help themselves. In today's episode, we talk about comparison, specifically, how we've been compared to each other our whole lives. Despite being very different, the past 25 years have been full of people comparing us like we're meant to be the same person. In spite of this, how did we manage to move past it and not let it drive a wedge between us? How can you prevent the noise of others from infiltrating your relationship with your siblings or friends? Listen to find out!

On today's episode we're giving you some of our hot takes on common sayings, including: "what's meant for me won't pass me" and "family is family." We break down these expressions and discuss some of their more harmful underlying implications. And don't miss our rapid hot takes at the end of the episode on food, newborn babies (you read that right), cruises and more. You may not agree, but we can guarantee you'll be laughing (likely at us, not with us). Don't forget to tell us your hot takes over on Instagram and Twitter, @sisterlypod.