The Nuanced Life

For everything there is a season... Today, we talk to Sara Sterley (aka Sara By the Season) about endings, living seasonally, and how 2020 has shaped us. Plus, we share an important announcement of our own.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sophie is trying to process a bad breakup without her normal coping mechanisms available to her. Paige is commemorating the unknown. Kellian is commemorating the official adoption of her daughters. Katie Sue is moving....yet again. Sarah is recognizing it will likely be the last holiday season at her house with belief in a certain ho-ho-holiday gentleman.Pantsuit Politics 2020 Holiday Gift GuideBreakup Survival GuideThank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We spoke with Hilary Levey Friedman, author of Here She Is:The Complicated Reign of the Beauty Pageant in America. We discuss the relationship between pageants and feminism, the parallels between beauty pageants and the Bachelor franchise, and the power of the gaze.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Is it ok to stay at a hotel when visiting family? How do we prepare to best care for aging relatives? What is the best way to talk through divergent voting choices with people we love? We tackle these questions from listeners.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alissa is struggling with a friendship breakup. Jamie is dreading the transition of dear friends becoming long-distance friends. Sara started a podcast with a friend.F***ing Ethical (Sara's new podcast!)If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kristen has a question about balancing her mental health with her taxing career. Hannah-Carole commemorates her time working on oil rigs. Megan works in public health. Heather's husband has been thrilled with how Apple treats its employees. Beth has a work commemoration of her own.vocational awe (Anne Helen Petersen)If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We take a hard turn away from the stress of Election Week and talk about the Enneagram, what we've learned from it, and how that knowledge serves our relationships.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We answer a question from Haley about potentially choosing home birth and how to deal with family visit during a pandemic. Then, we share commemorations from Kristen, Leighanna, Megan, and another listener about pregnancy choices and new babies.Kristen's Website for Pregnancy Loss: Amos' AnchorsIf you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We answer a question from Jessica about breaking the cycle of body shaming in her family. Then, we share commemorations from Grace and Audrey who are embracing their bodies in beautiful ways.Burnout: The Secret of Unlocking the Stress Cycle by Emily and Amelia NagoskiIf you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's a crossover episode! Sarah is talking with Nora and Natalia from Cafeteria Christian about all kinds of things!If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We share some listener questions and experiences with faith shifts. To help us answer one of those questions, we bring in Josh Dickson, the National Faith Engagement Director for the Biden/Harris campaign.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We answer some listener questions about betrayal in relationships. Ann unwittingly became the other woman. M is processing a divorce she didn't want.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk about a wide range of school-related topics. Virtual learning pods, being anti-racist in educational spaces, and liberal arts core. Plus, a beautiful commemoration from Mairin about teaching.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We discuss the decisions we make about other people's weddings. Emily is making choices about her role in her sister's wedding and Shannon is bemoaning how awful the role of bridesmaid often is.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jennifer is asking about joining non-profit boards. Shawna has questions about working in law. Verena wants to know what it's like to be in a work partnership with a friend.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. To purchase Pantsuit Politics merchandise, check out our TeePublic store and our branded tumblers available in partnership with Stealth Steel Designs. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On today's show, we're considering what it looks like to mend some relationships and grieve others. Robin is navigating cancel culture with her teenage daughter. Christina wants to mend a friendship. Ruth is processing her grief.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are sharing our back to school realities and hearing from listeners who are also marking this unique educational moment. Megan is wondering how to mark the start of virtual school. Hannah is commemorating her daughter's IEP.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kristen asked us to share our family planning experience and Michaela is commemorating a beautiful reunion.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kelly is relaunching her career after years of working at home. Kristen is celebrating having a healthy work environment. Faith is commemorating August.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Thank you for being a part of our community! We couldn't do what we do without you. To become a tangible supporter of the show, please visit our Patreon page, purchase a copy of our book, I Think You're Wrong (But I'm Listening), or share the word about our work in your own circles. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook for daily news briefs, GIF news threads, and our real time reactions to breaking news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

A lot of the ways we normally celebrate and commemorate are off the table this year. Sloan and Alise kick start a conversation for us about how to make celebrations special at home and avoid slipping into a regular routine. Plus, Marianne is commemorating her new chair.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We believe deeply in having hard conversations, not shying away from uncomfortable topics like religion and politics. They are rarely easy, but having these conversations with parents can feel especially tough. We're answering questions from Brooke and Emily, both of whom are trying to navigate how to talk to their parents about important issues on which they disagree.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Make sure you don't miss our How to Be a Citizen series over on Pantsuit Politics! The series of four episodes started last week and ends this Friday. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We share commemorations and questions about the health of our reproductive systems. Plus, Lisa's Bye Felicia party leads us into a conversation about what we want to say goodbye to.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Make sure you don't miss our How to Be a Citizen series over on Pantsuit Politics as it airs this week and next! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What do we do when our friends get divorced? How do we process complicated grief? How do we preserve faith in the face of tragedy? How do we process our desire to tear it all down? How do we process our righteous anger? And how are we supposed to keep feeding ourselves while the world is melting down around us?If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Make sure you don't miss our How to Be a Citizen series over on Pantsuit Politics, beginning on July 21. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We hear from Brooke and Mary about grief and choices during this pandemic. Then, we share our thoughts on how to make decisions to facilitate long term coping throughout this difficult season. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Make sure you don't miss our How to Be a Citizen series over on Pantsuit Politics, beginning on July 21. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We hear from Brooke and Mary about grief and choices during this pandemic. Then, we share our thoughts on how to make decisions to facilitate long term coping throughout this difficult season.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.Make sure you don't miss our How to Be a Citizen series over on Pantsuit Politics, beginning on July 21. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Lauren reached out to ask about handling canceled travel and the endless battle that is getting refunds right now. Since Sarah recently canceled her own European adventure, we invited her husband Nicholas to join us and talk about the process he's been working through for their refunds. Plus, a commemoration from Keaton about mowing the lawn leads us into a conversation about seasons and what education might look like if we made it more seasonal.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's Pride Month! We share three listener commemorations that all center on the LGBTQ experience and how we talk about and normalize it. We appreciate Laura, Julianna, and E for sharing their stories with us and this community. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah and Beth answer a variety of questions about moving forward in the pandemic. Plus, we commemorate Jessica changing her mind. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah and Beth address questions from Addie and Soleil, two listeners who are preparing to start law school. They also share Lindsey's commemoration about writing a novel. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah and Beth address questions from two listeners who are struggling with how to navigate romantic relationships with partners who have different political views.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah and Beth discuss how the pandemic is pulling them back into habits they'd prefer to have left behind. Then, we answer Mallory's question about living with a messy partner. Golden Girls on TikTokIf you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sarah and Beth talk about their summer checklists. Stephanie asks about how to enter a business partnership with a friend. Amber is commemorating a variety of changes in her life, including her search for a new job.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After a message from Adam, we share our thoughts about anger. Then, we answer Grace's question about how to commemorate graduation without a ceremony. Plus, Nina and Laura are both processing death from a distance. Thanks to our sponsor: Policy Genius.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We've gotten so many messages from you all about how to make decisions in the midst of this pandemic. We're in the messy middle of this and we are all feeling it. We share how we're doing and tackle some listener questions about how to handle this moment in time.Thanks to our sponsor: Embr.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We get some thoughts out about this year's iteration of the Grief Olympics playing out on social media during the coronavirus crisis. Then, we share a special update from Bethany and our favorite parenting resources. We also share commemorations from both Rebecca and Jane, who are making different, but intentional choices around their fertility.Thanks to our sponsors: Skylight Frame and Embr.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Our time in self-isolation is proving to be a clarifying experience for many of us. Sarah and Beth talk about how this time is shifting the normal gender roles within their families (for good and ill). Then, we discuss three listeners - Allison, Yomi, and Emily - who are all thinking about making job changes right now.Thanks to our sponsor, Skylight Frame.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are all making daily decisions about how to be members of our communities. Jessica made a choice to shelter-in-place in Mexico. A listener is asking about how to confront a friend whose new relationship has some red flags. Jamie's son is learning to make good choices. Jenny's daughter is no longer fighting about chicken at the dinner table. Thanks to our sponsor, Policy Genius.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Life looks quite a bit different than it did a month ago. Today, we're talking about ways to celebrate life as it is in the moment. Leah asked us about how to celebrate her long-term relationship without a wedding. Heather is commemorating her family's adherence to a healthy diet in the midst of self-isolation. Lisa is commemorating how she has grown. Lockdown by Richard HendrickThanks to our sponsors: Embr and Skylight Frame.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We share some responses to our discussion of graduating early. Megan asks for advice about working from home. Jamie is commemorating her hunt for a post-graduation job.Thanks to our sponsors: The Seed of Compassion and Skylight Frame.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We share hopes for our future social-distancing selves. We answer Carisa's question about how to deal with her family's racism. Katherine is commemorating moving closer to family, even when that comes with hard conversations.Thanks to our sponsors: Betterhelp and Embr.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We discuss the Japanese concept of ikigai. We answer Kate's question about determining where her life and values align. Lauryn is commemorating accepting her body as it is. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We discuss what it's been like for Sarah to deactivate her Facebook account. We offer advice to a listener who is considering graduating early from college. Tina is commemorating a bunch of changes in her life. Jenn is commemorating her journey of caring for her mother. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsors: Policy Genius and Betterhelp.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, we're talking about work. We discuss the Taylor Swift documentary, Miss Americana, and what a hard worker she is. Sara is wondering how to ask for a raise. Butch is commemorating one year at his job and everything that year encompassed. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsors: FAM: For All Moms and Skylight Frame.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We discuss the modern experience of family and how that's changed in the past few decades. Katie asks about voting from a distance and Savitha shares her experience as a reading volunteer. The Nuclear Family Was a Mistake (The Atlantic)If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsors: Skylight Frame and Betterhelp. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Your feedback to stories shared on the show has been amazing. Paige wants to know how to best help the homeless. Amy raised the issue of gender pay discrepancy at her church. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsors: Policy Genius & ModCloth.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Beth talks about how she's helping her girls learn to manage their stress in productive ways. Cindy is dreading Valentine's Day. Karla went to a movie alone because she knew that going with others wouldn't allow her to have a full emotional response.  If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line.  Thanks to our sponsor: Betterhelp. Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We share some listener mail responding to our Grief for Life and Death episode. We answer a question from Kat about how to deal with white supremacy at the gym, Then, we commemorate Maggie's successful promotion to a fourth degree black belt.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsors: Policy Genius and Baked by Melissa.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We're releasing this month's bonus episode as a peak into what our patrons get every month. We're discussing Jenny Odell's powerful book, How To Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsor: BetterHelp.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk clutter and cleaning. Tiffany is trying to get pregnant. A listener is commemorating her grief over the loss of her mother-in-law.If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsor: Policy Genius.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Melanie asked about our favorite mysteries. Jenn's daughter came out as transgender. Katy is commemorating the past year of her son's mental health treatment. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsor: BetterHelp.Our book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome to the updated format of The Nuanced Life! In 2020, we'll be breaking the show into three segments: a cultural conversation, an advice segment, and, of course, a commemoration from a listener. On today's show, Sarah shares how the women in her life were having concerning conversations about sex over the holidays. Then, we share a follow-up commemoration from Bethany about her trip to the Evolving Faith conference. If you want to submit a commemoration or send a question to Ask Sarah and Beth, please email hello@pantsuitpoliticsshow.com with "Commemoration" or "Ask Sarah and Beth" in the subject line. Thanks to our sponsors: PolicyGenius.Episode Resources:Dr. Celeste HolbrookEsther PerelOur book is out! You can purchase it now - for yourself, for friends, for your representative, for your senator, for everyone! To support the show and get access to regular bonus content, visit our Patreon page. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.