Soul Sisters

In this episode we finish up our first season by revisiting where we were when we started Soul Sisters and where we are now. We reflect on what we hoped to achieve with Soul Sisters and how we have progressed towards meeting some of those goals. We also discuss the specific ways in which COVID-19 has altered our experience recording this season. We have loved speaking with you all and we'll talk to you soon in season two! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In the second part of our social media series, we examine how social media can be an agent for positive change. We focus on the potential benefits of social media usage, from building a community online to the tactical use of social media for social justice movements. We also discuss how we have attempted to curate healthier spaces for ourselves online. We cover getting comfortable with blocking people, social media and finding your identity, the importance of diverse representation online, and the fact that Layla learned how to do her makeup entirely from YouTube. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this first part of our social media series, we examine our relationships with social media. We focus on how our use of social media has evolved throughout our lives and examine the negative ways in which social media has affected us. We also discuss what it means to plan to go into a career field where a social media presence is required. We cover the "make instagram casual again" phenomenon, instant gratification online, social and aesthetic comparison online, reliance on social media during the pandemic, and the fast-paced, ever-changing media landscape. Check in next week for our tips on making social media a healthier space for you and why we think social media also has potential for good. (Layla recommended you check out "The I in Internet" from Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino in her "what we're all thinking".) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

This week we break down our most recent reads and our all time favorite books. We discuss The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F* by Mark Manson, Legendborn by Tracy Deonn, What Girls Are Made Of by Elana K. Arnold, and The Book Thief by Marcus Zusak. We cover self help books, what it means to identify with a character, coming of age novels, poetry-esque prose, and more. We recommend trying out any one of these books the next time you're looking for a great read! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we break down our favorite styles and methods of creating art. We examine how art has shaped our friendship and how our favorite types of art reflect our personalities. We encourage you to find a method of creative expression you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we compare negative and healthy friendships. We examine what we believe makes a healthy friendship, what red flags for negative friendships are, and how to navigate resolving or ending toxic friendship situations. We encourage you to examine the relationships in your life and pursue the healthiest option for yourself and your friends! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we talk you through our Hogwarts Houses, Divergent Factions, Myers Briggs types, Enneagram Types, and Star Signs. We examine to what extent we identify with our personality types and discuss our strengths and weaknesses, and similarities and differences. Let us know if you share any of our same personality types! Lauren: Hufflepuff, Amity, INFJ, Enneagram 3, Rising Sagittarius, Pisces Sun, Scorpio Moon Layla: Ravenclaw, Abnegation, INFJ, Enneagram 3, Rising Sagittarius, Leo cusp Cancer Sun, Taurus Moon --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we discuss how we're feeling going into the holiday season. We examine how our Christmas will look different due to COVID-19 and we describe some of our favorite holiday traditions. We hope you have a Happy Holiday season and stay safe going into the new year! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we compare our Spotify Wrapped! We reveal our favorite songs and musicians of the year, discuss the various trajectories of our favorite artists, critique celebrity culture within the music industry, and examine what we think our music choices reveal about our experience in 2020. Here's a run-down of our favorites: Lauren's Top Artists: (1)Kim Petras (2)Lizzy McAlpine (3)VÉRITÉ (4)Taylor Swift (5)Anaïs Mitchell Layla's Top Artists: (1)Hozier (2)Hippo Campus (3)Still Woozy (4)Conan Gray (5)Khalid Lauren's Top Songs: (1)Sauce, Remi Wolf* (2)Clarity, Kim Petras (3)body in my bed, VÉRITÉ (4)faded, VÉRITÉ (5)Rufufus, Remi Wolf* Layla's Top Songs: (1)Window, Still Woozy (2)From Eden, Hozier (3)Boys Like You, Dodie (4)Bad, Lennon Stella (5)Wishful Drinking, Tessa Violet *Lauren misspoke and called the artist 'Demi' instead of 'Remi' Wolf and apologizes profusely. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

This week we discuss sustainability. We describe why we believe it's important to care for the environment and we touch on the various challenges in doing so, including greenwashing and the structure of capitalism. We also share the various practices and products we've picked up along our sustainability journeys. We encourage you to try your best to introduce more sustainable practices in your own life! Things we mentioned: (Skincare) Rainwater Botanicals, (Deodorant) by Humankind, (Toothpaste) Tom's of Maine, Hello, (Resource) TheGoodTrade.com Practices we recommend: Re-use before you recycle, Do your research before you buy, Use Bar Soap/Shampoo, Use reusable bags/cups, Source ethical food/stores --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we discuss Zoom etiquette, Zoom camera culture, the public consumption of recorded lectures, and the new social landscape created by students in 2020. We talk about our various personal experiences with online learning and our interpretations of the new online academic setting. We theorize how this year might shape academia (both high school and higher education) and different career landscapes in the future. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we walk you through how we're feeling as we finish up our second remote semester during COVID-19. We talk about what we're looking forward to doing during break, and what our overall experience has been this semester. (You can absolutely hear the *tired* in our voices.) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this week's episode we discuss why we believe self care is important, and why we suggest you attempt to pursue it in your own life! We discuss our self care journeys, our favorite self care methods and tips, and we explain what we've been doing most recently in 2020 to include self care in our routines. Let us know what self care you're pursuing by DMing us on Instagram @soul_sisters_podcast or leaving us a voice message at the link below. Most importantly: Remember to be kind to yourself! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we catch up with each other (and you!) on how we're feeling and doing recently. We discuss the difficulties we're experiencing with COVID-19 and online education and we go over our personal experiences with the pandemic. We also consider the impact of quarantining on mental health and the pressures of internalized capitalism amidst a pandemic. Let us know how you're doing by leaving us a voice message or DMing us on Instagram @soul_sisters_podcast. We would love to hear a temperature check from you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we discuss what we believe makes a family, and why we believe the idea of a family can represent more than just relatives. We touch on the changing landscape of the nuclear family and the power of friendship and sisterhood. We also discuss setting boundaries and defining what family means to you. Lauren discusses her experience with having divorced parents, and Layla discusses her experience with having family that lives in a different country. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

This week we talk about personal growth. We discuss what we have been practicing to become the best versions of ourself and we examine how we have grown and changed from our youth. We end the episode by giving you our best tips for fostering positive self-growth in your own life! Lauren centers her examination of personal growth on her efforts to become a more assertive person, whereas Layla focuses on her goals to improve her self esteem. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we tell you about our separate adjustments to college life. We discuss the social and academic transition to college as well as homesickness and growing pains. Lauren talks about her difficulty transitioning to college life as an out-of-state student and Layla discusses how the transition wasn't nearly as difficult as she was expecting. At the end of the episode we give you our best tips for a seamless transition to college life! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we tell you about our experiences applying to and committing to college. We give you all the advice we wish we had heard sooner regarding the college decision process, what to look for when considering what college to commit to, and if you should even go to college right now (or at all)! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

In this episode we explain the reasons why we vote- and why we suggest you vote too! We explain why we believe voting is important, and touch base on our personal experiences with voting. We also discuss our frustrations with our country, and why we believe voting is one of the best way to reconcile those issues. Link to register to vote: https://www.usa.gov/register-to-vote --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message

Hello- it's so nice to meet you! In this episode we introduce ourselves and our friendship, giving a quick debrief on who we are, how we met, and what to expect for the future of Soul Sisters. We delve into what makes a meaningful friendship and how we have cultivated our own. Or as summarized by Lauren: "Blah blah blah, we both like dogs." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/soul-sisters-podcast/message