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If you struggle with feeling the need to be productive 24/7 or you've used the phrase “I'll sleep when I'm dead.”, you're going to want to listen to this episode, where we're getting into the topic of toxic productivity—the drive to be constantly 'on' and productive, even at the expense of our well-being. We'll explore what toxic productivity is, why so many of us fall into this trap, and how it can impact our health, happiness, and even our work. Join us as we unpack the signs of toxic productivity, discuss how to recognize it in your own life, and share strategies for finding a healthier, more sustainable approach to productivity.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever wondered why so many people are choosing not to have kids, even as the global population keeps growing? It's a paradox that speaks volumes about the world we live in today. From skyrocketing living costs to shifting cultural norms and the hyper-digital age we navigate daily, the reasons behind this trend are complex—and they affect all of us.Today, we're diving into the concept of social infertility: the idea that external pressures and circumstances, rather than biological factors, are leading more people to decide against parenthood. Along the way, we'll share our own experiences, grapple with tough questions, and reflect on what it means to make—or not make—the decision to have children in the 21st century.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Age-gap dating brings with it some interesting dynamics and cultural curiosity. In today's episode we will talk about our thoughts on the topic and the more common phenomenon of older women dating younger men. What's a good dating age range...? When does it get difficult or icky...? How to face judgement from others... and finding what works best for you. Enjoy the episode, and make sure to let us know your thoughts!We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever felt your heart race, palms sweat, or voice falter when it's your turn to speak in a group meeting or on stage? You're not alone—public speaking is one of the most common fears in the world – in fact, it's ranked higher than the fear of death! In today's episode, we're joined by Soulful Speaking Coach, Lauri Smith, who's here to help us learn how this fear can hold us back from really stepping into our full potential and how public speaking can actually be a transformative practice. Follow Lauri and learn ways to work with her below!Soulful Speaking PodcastVoice Matters WebsiteInstagramLinkedInWe'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

The term narcissist gets thrown around a lot—but what does it actually mean? In this episode, we break down the difference between narcissistic personality style and narcissistic personality disorder, explore how narcissism exists on a spectrum, and discuss why it's important to be careful with labels. While we're not psychologists, we've done our research and are here to share what we've learned. Let's unpack this complex topic together!We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever heard of the concept of a “third place”? For those of you that are unfamiliar, the term was coined by author and sociologist Ray Oldenburg in his 1989 book called “The Great Good Place.” It touches on the importance of community – outside of our family and work life. This concept has piqued our interest in our recent conversations around friendship and community and we believe this is a critical part of a fulfilled life. In this episode, we're excited to dive into first, second, and specifically third places with you.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you heard of attachment theory? Do you know what it is and how it's influencing everything you do? In today's episode, we will be learning about attachment theory with our prominent guest, Dr Layla Kassem. Trust me when I say, if there is one episode you should listen to, it's this one. You don't want to miss this transformational discussion.  We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

To open the first episode of season 3, we decided to kick things off by discussing the primary people in our lives, who are not our husbands or wives, but rather, our friends, and how they can enrich our lives and contribute to overall health and the health of marriages. We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever heard of the concept of relationships existing for "a reason, a season, or a lifetime?" It is a profound way to explore the dynamic nature of human connections, offering insights into how relationships fulfill specific purposes or evolve over time. In today's episode, we will discuss individuals who leave a lasting impression on our journey, others who are transient, serving a purpose during a chapter of our lives, and those who endure for a lifetime.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

We're diving into the world of human design, a system that blends ancient and modern modalities to offer insights into our true nature / natural energetic blueprint, and how we can live our best, most authentic lives. Our guest today is the wonderful Victoria Jane. Victoria is a human design guide that is dedicated to supporting people with the embodiment of their human design for vitality and ease. She blends her seven years of working with Human Design with a decade of study in yoga, somatic therapy, and nervous system work. For access to your own human design chart, please visit myhumandesign.com to input your birth date, time, and location. Grab it to follow along!Learn more about Victoria and her services :@victoriajane.hdvictoriajane.coWe'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

We often hear about the pursuit of happiness as the ultimate goal in life, but is happiness all there is to a fulfilling existence? What about living a meaningful life, where our actions and choices resonate with a deeper purpose? And have you ever considered the idea of a psychologically rich life, filled with variety, emotional depth, and intellectual engagement? In today's episode, we'll explore the differences between these three intriguing concepts: a happy life, a meaningful life, and a psychologically rich life. We'll discuss what each of these paths entails, how they intersect, and how you might recognize which path you are on—or want to be on.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Our guest today is the dynamic, awe-inspiring, extraordinary Paolo Presta. Paolo is the founder and host of 7-time Telly award winning, and Webby nominated, online talk show, A Spoonful of Paolo, which is going on its 14th season! Paolo was discovered by Oprah Winfrey and brings his passion for talk shows and DREAMING BIG to his fans in his authentic, intimate, and oftentimes, emotional, interviews. You don't want to miss this!Connect with Paolo: @paolopresta@aspoonfulofpaoloWe'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

In this episode, we are discussing our favorite four letter word…L.O.V.E. There is this concept most of you may have heard of, but perhaps not? Love languages. Do you know your love language? Do you know the love language of your dear ones? A girlfriend, husband, friend? In today's episode, we will get into the 5 love languages to learn more about how we best give and receive love. If you're interested in finding out your love language, take the 5 Love Languages quiz here.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever experienced a friend venting their frustrations at you without checking if you were ready to listen? Or felt someone trying to get emotionally closer when you weren't prepared or didn't feel safe enough? We've all been there. In this episode, we'll explore the concept of emotional consent – recognizing and respecting someone's emotional capacity before sharing. By understanding the distinction between healthy venting and emotional dumping, we can create stronger, more supportive relationships. We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Do you or someone you know have a tendency to delay tasks despite being aware of the potential negative consequences? Is this impacting your work, home life, or relationships? In today's episode, we are discussing procrastination. We'll explore why some people procrastinate, strategies to overcome it, and research suggesting that moderate procrastination may not be a bad thing. Don't put off listening to this episode- see what we did there?We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

You've probably heard about boundaries. You also probably have some misconceptions about them. While they're critical to our well-being, they're also really challenging. Both of us are huge advocates for boundaries. In today's episode we will dive into the different types of boundaries, how you can communicate them effectively, and some of our very own experiences with setting boundaries in our everyday lives.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

If you were to be asked if you were an introvert or extrovert, would you know how to respond? And would your response be accurate? In this episode, we will explore the spectrum of personality types. Listen to discover which category you fall into, how it impacts everything you do, and how understanding it can help you cultivate more meaningful connections—with both yourself and others—ultimately enriching your personal growth and career development.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever found yourself in a tailspin when somebody gives you feedback on something you could have done better? Or that your accomplishments could be attributed to factors outside yourself, your hard work, or your abilities…things like luck, chance, appearance? Well, welcome to the human experience! On this episode, we dive into the complexities related to imposter syndrome, including the FIVE different imposter types and tips on how to overcome it with time.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Ladies, do you ever feel like you don't know why you are not your sharpest in a given situation? Or you give a great presentation at work one week, and then you give the same presentation another week, and it's not so great? Perhaps you cry or get really upset over something that wouldn't even phase you the following week? On this episode, we get into the four stages of a woman's menstrual cycle, and their impact on our everyday lives.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Do you struggle with feeling well rested after a good night of sleep? Or with mental clarity?  Fat loss or muscle building? If so, we're going to talk about a wonderful mineral that plays a vital role in your body's key functions. The magic mineral is magnesium! In this episode, we dive into the different types of magnesium, their benefits, and how you can begin to ensure you're getting enough of it in your daily diet. @cymbiotika@biooptimizersWe'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever felt burnt out? Or know people in your life that have experienced burnout?  The word “burnout" has become ubiquitous. It seems to sum up the stress and exhaustion that many of us are feeling.  And what does the term “burnout” actually mean? In today's episode, we'll dive into the science of burnout and share tools you can use to prevent or alleviate the effects of burnout.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever found yourself changing who you are to fit in? Fitting in is changing who you are based on your assessment of others and asking ourselves questions like "Who do i need to be?" and "How do I need to act?" In today's episode, we'll dive into the research behind belonging and we hope that it'll help you begin to have the courage to let go of who you have thought you should be in order to fully be who you are.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever wondered why you feel most alert at certain times of the day? Or thought about why there is a disconnect between when you prefer to go to bed, and when you “should" go to bed? Are you an early bird or a night owl? In this episode, learn about your circadian rhythm and what is referred to as chronotypes.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com

Have you ever thought about why some people are more resilient than others? Are we born with it? Do we develop it throughout our lifetime? This episode dives into the science of resilience and what you can do to thrive in the face of adversity and build inner strength.We'd love to connect with you! Instagram: @moreandthensomepod TikTok: @moreandthensomepod moreandthensomepod@gmail.com