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A Conversation About Shared Experiences, Lifting Each Other Up, And Thriving In A Community Of People Who Do Hard Things.

Chris & Mary Catherine Pilon


    • Jul 13, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 40m AVG DURATION
    • 42 EPISODES


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    You Could Use Some Discomfort in Your Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2021 48:17


    Today on the show, we'll talk about the importance of finding less comfort and more discomfort in your life. That sounds backwards, right? Well, it's actually a good thing to quit taking the easy road and start looking for ways to feel discomfort (otherwise known as challenging).  Links in the ShowHow to be ResilientChicken McNugget SauceBowling Balls

    What Mary Catherine Does (Or Does Not) Know

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2021 50:16


    Today on the show we are going to share some things about life that you will not believe Mary Catherine didn't already know.  

    Encore Episode: Be a Dopamine Dealer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2021 33:00


    Hey, everybody!  This is Chris.  Just wanted to let you know that we are not releasing a new episode this week.  Instead, we are sharing one of our favorite and most listened to episodes from Season 1 called Be a Dopamine Dealer.  We will be back next week with a new episode.  Until then, please check us out at wdhtpodcast.com where you can listen to all of our episodes as well as visit our new store.  Have a great week!  

    What is the New Normal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 34:11


    Quit It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 32:06


    Are you a quitter?  Today we'll talk about some things that are worthwhile quitting.  We believe that there are so many things we all do that make us miserable.  If we could only quit these things, our lives might be forever changed.  Social SItes  WDHT Facebook Page WDHT Twitter WDHT Instagram WDHT YouTube WDHT Podcast Voicemail VIP List Join our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift.  Just click  here to join.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Life Lessons From a 100 Year Old

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 32:31


    If you’re listening today, chances are you are younger than us, or at least younger than Chris.  Today we’ll share some of the knowledge we’ve acquired about life in our combined 100 years on Earth.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailLinks in the ShowOuch, Charlie!  That hurts!VIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift.  Just click  here to join.Try Mint Mobile Premium Wireless Get premium wireless starting at just $15/month now with more data from Mint Mobile. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Two Negatives DON'T Make a Positive

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 37:21


    This week on We Do Hard Things:  Why are we so negative?  Well, Covid-19 didn't help but we share 10 ways to create new, positive habits to get away from being so negative.  We cherry picked these ideas from a great article from Develop Good Habits.  Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift.  Just click  here to join.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    The Good, The Bad, and the COVID

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 36:23


    This week on We Do Hard Things:  We start Season 2 looking back at what we've been through during the Pandemic and how it has changed us.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift.  Just click  here to join.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Goodbye 2020 - We Won't Miss You!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2020 29:55


    Today on We Do Hard Things: We wanted to say goodbye with some clips from 2020 that we thought might put a smile on your face like they did for us. Enjoy and we'll see you in 2021.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Your Favorite Holiday Movies

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2020 41:34


    Today on We Do Hard Things: We asked you to share your favorite holiday movies and you answered. We’ll share the top 5 responses plus some that didn’t even make any sense and may have been a little disturbing. Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Try Mint Mobile Premium Wireless Get premium wireless starting at just $15/month now with more data from Mint Mobile. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Merry Christmas - Here's Your Bill!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 29:42


    Today on We Do Hard Things: Merry Christmas, here’s your bill!! We’ll share some ideas of how we use a budget not just for our monthly expenses but for other things that come once a year, like Christmas...Birthdays, or uh Ground Hog Day.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.YNAB - Gain Total Control of Your Money Stop living paycheck-to-paycheck, get out of debt, and save more money.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    I’m Not Sure if I’m Self-Aware - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2020 30:27


    Today on We Do Hard Things, we’re going to look at how to identify people, including ourselves, who lack self awareness and what we can do about it. Welcome to Part 2 of I’m Not Sure if I’m Self-Aware.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    I’m Not Sure if I’m Self-Aware - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2020 34:06


    Today on We Do Hard Things, we’re going to look at how to identify people, including ourselves, who lack self awareness and what we can do about it. Welcome to Part 1 of I’m Not Sure if I’m Self-Aware.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    You Say You Want a Resolution

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2020 37:29


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things, we look at the age old, ridiculous, idea of New Year Resolutions, why we make them, and why we shouldn’t. Plus, we want you to be a part of an upcoming episode about Holiday Movies and we’ll tell you how to do that.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Buffy - The Earth’s Softest Comforter Free Trial, free shipping and free returns.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Wintertime Blues - I'm S.A.D.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 38:51


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things, we discuss the anxiety, stress, and depression that often affect people during the holiday season. Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Good Morning, Sunshine!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2020 41:12


    In this episode, we talk about our daughter turning 21, saying goodbye to a man who did many hard things, and what it takes to start your day off right.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Anxious Much?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2020 32:06


    Show SummaryIn this episode, we talk about anxiety and some tools and techniques to help you fight against it.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeWDHT Podcast VoicemailVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    How to Recharge Your Batteries

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 30:01


    Show SummaryIn this episode, we talk about ways to recharge your batteries in ways that help your physical and emotional state. One of the ways to do this is through self-care.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeVIP ListJoin our VIP list and get updates about new episodes, early access to special deals, and a free gift. Just click here to join.Leave us a voicemail!Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Be a Dope(amine) Dealer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2020 30:15


    Show SummaryIn this episode, Mary Catherine gives the low down on what dopamine is, what is good about it, and when you might be getting too much of it. The brain is an awesome organ! We also look at why getting easy dopamine might not always be the best idea and that doing a dopamine detox can be a good idea.Social SItesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT TwitterWDHT InstagramWDHT YouTubeLeave us a voicemail!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Don't Just Stand There - Do Hard Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2020 27:31


    In this week's episode, we discuss the idea of doing hard things just for the sake of it. We don't grow as humans if we don't force our selves to do hard things and take on new challenges. Life in this time has become too easy, allowing us to bypass all the opportunities we have to grow.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Pandemics Are Not Funny

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 28:46


    This week we talk about resiliency during the pandemic but also apologize for being a little flippant in last week's episode and maybe joking a little too much about the things our world is going through. We weren't meaning to be insensitive but sometimes laughter is a great defense mechanism that we choose to use. Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    We Did Not Have a Baby

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 36:48


    In this episode, we apologize for not having released an episode in 9 months and how COVID-19 has affected us during that time.Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wdht)

    Won't You Be My Neighbor?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2019 39:18


    In this episode, we'll hear Mary's crazy story of locking her clothes in the gym locker, going for a swim, and then realizing the key to her locker is in her car. We'll also explore the new film about Mr. Rogers which we saw this past weekend. But, more than that, we explore how Mr. Rogers had a positive affect on our generation, sometimes without us even realizing it.

    Blended Families are Hard

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2019 33:55


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    How Important is College?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2019 45:22


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    How To Encourage Others

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2019 48:09


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    You Ugly!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2019 43:35


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    Just Say No

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2019 36:38


    A conversation on how to say no to people you love and care about when you believe it will help them in the long run. Support the show

    Excuses, Excuses

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2019 37:25


    We talk about why we missed another week of podcasting. Mary Catherine starts by blaming Chris but then recants that to tell the truth. We also talk about Anti-Vegan protesters and Beijing Bikinis (You'll have to listen to find out what that is).  Support the show

    Finally

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2019 42:50


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    Our Hard Things

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2019 46:13


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    Quit Laughing At Me, Alexa!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2019 47:19


    LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL! We would love it if you would leave a voicemail to let us know what you think of the show, to ask us a question, or be a part of the show as either a guest or a guest announcer. Just click here to call and leave a message. If you’d like to be a guest, let us know how you’ve done hard things in life. If you’d like to be an announcer, just use the script below after the beep:  "This is (insert your name here) and you're listening to WDHT: We Do Hard Things."  And lastly, if you haven’t done so already we would be very encouragedif you took a minute to leave us a quick rating and honest review of the podcast on iTunes by clicking on the link below! It would be extremely helpful for the show to be found on iTunes by others Click here to leave an honest review of the podcast on iTunes! RESOURCES Swedish Art ProjectLaughing AlexaRadio Diaries10 Hardest Things About LifeWDHT Facebook PageWDHT Instagram PageWDHT Twitter Page Support the show Support the show

    French Fry Soap or Smelly Fruit Dowry?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2019 52:29


    LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL! We would love it if you would leave a voicemail to let us know what you think of the show, to ask us a question, or be a part of the show as either a guest or a guest announcer. Just click here to call and leave a message. If you’d like to be a guest, let us know how you’ve done hard things in life. If you’d like to be an announcer, just use the script below after the beep:  "This is (insert your name here) and you're listening to WDHT: We Do Hard Things."  And lastly, if you haven’t done so already we would be very encouraged if you took a minute to leave us a quick rating and honest review of the podcast on iTunes by clicking on the link below! It would be extremely helpful for the show to be found on iTunes by others Click here to leave an honest review of the podcast on iTunes! RESOURCES Eu De French Fry SoapDurian DowryThe Way I Heard It8 Inspirational WebsitesWDHT Facebook PageWDHT Instagram PageWDHT Twitter Page Support the show Support the show

    Goats, Unicorns, and Motivation

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2019 50:00


    Welcome to WDHT: We Do Hard Things. This week we talk about Goats, Unicorns, and Motivation. Is there a connection between those three things? Maybe, but we don't explore that. Doesn't mean you can't, though. Good luck and let us know how that goes. You can share your stories of how you and your goat friend were motivated to search for Unicorns or some other story at any one of our Social Media accounts for WDHT Podcast. Have a great week! LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL! We would love it if you would leave a voicemail to let us know what you think of the show, to ask us a question, or be a part of the show as either a guest or a guest announcer. Just click here to call and leave a message. If you’d like to be a guest, let us know how you’ve done hard things in life. If you’d like to be an announcer, just use the script below after the beep:  "This is (insert your name here) and you're listening to WDHT: We Do Hard Things."  And lastly, if you haven’t done so already we would be very encouraged if you took a minute to leave us a quick rating and honest review of the podcast on iTunes by clicking on the link below! It would be extremely helpful for the show to be found on iTunes by others Click here to leave an honest review of the podcast on iTunes! RESOURCES Goat MayorUnicorn PrincipalTiny Desk Concerts9 Secrets of Motivated PeopleWDHT Facebook PageWDHT Instagram PageWDHT Twitter Page Thank you for listening, and we hope you enjoyed this episode! Please let us know what you think in the comment section below. Support the show Support the show

    Can Journaling Make Your Life Better?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2019 48:12


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things, we discuss six unexpected ways that journaling every day can make your life better. We also look at some funny things in the news. Support the show Support the show

    Stay Calm!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2019 53:04


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things, we discuss nine ways to stay calm in crisis or stressful event. We also look at the new podcast by @MoRocca called Mobituaries. If you want to be part of the show as an announcer, a voicemail caller with a question or comment, or as a guest, please leave a voicemail or send us an email. You can also subscribe to our blog here.  Support the show Support the show

    TK Veria-Means and Don Means Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2019 43:37


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things, Mary Catherine shares Part 2 of an inspirational interview with friends TK Veria-Means and Don Means. This is a true story of how an entire family can do hard things together. We hope you enjoy this final part of this amazing story and it will touch you the way it has touched us. If you want to be part of the show as an announcer, a voicemail caller with a question or comment, or as a guest, please leave a voicemail or send us an email. You can also subscribe to our blog here.  Support the show Support the show

    TK Veria-Means and Don Means Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2019 52:43


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things, Mary Catherine shares the 1st part of an inspirational interview with friends TK Veria-Means and Don Means. This is a true story of how an entire family can be do hard things together. We hope you enjoy this first part and will come back next week to hear the beautiful continuation of how it continues to be a story of love. If you want to be part of the show as an announcer, a voicemail caller with a question or comment, or as a guest, please leave a voicemail or send us an email. You can also subscribe to our blog here.  Support the show Support the show

    What's Up, Sugar?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2019 54:52


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things , we talk about not sitting next to your spouse at the movies, Costco Mac & Cheese (Lots of it), the Amazon Robot Belt (Or as we call it, my Dad attire), The Heavyweight Podcast, and how to overcome a Sugar Addiction in 7 proven steps. We'll also take a look at our Quote of the Week and talk a little about our Launch Contest Winner from Episode #1 (You remember MSNU039) - you're not going to believe the story behind her email address - we were not even close! If you want to be part of the show as an announcer, a voicemail caller with a question or comment, or as a guest, please leave a voicemail or send us an email. You can also subscribe to our blog here.  Support the show Support the show

    How The Five Second Rule Will Make You Move

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2019 49:35


    In this episode of We Do Hard Things , we talk about how Prince Charming should watch his manners in the #MeToo era, Tom Hanks donning a very important sweater, Grover (Yes, that Grover) possibly dropping the F-Bomb on Sesame Street, the Hidden Brain Podcast from NPR, and Mel Robbins’ Five Second Rule. Additionally, we will talk about the difficulty of signing multiple Christmas Cards and what it sounds like when Mary doesn’t turn off her phone while recording a podcast (this is a passive aggressive jab but I’m not worried because she won’t read the Show Notes. If you want to be part of the show as an announcer, a voicemail caller with a question or comment, or as a guest, please leave a voicemail or send us an email. You can also subscribe to our blog here.  Support the show Support the show

    The Hard is What Makes it Great

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2019 47:48


    Thanks for being a part of our first official episode. If you want to be part of the show as an announcer, a voicemail caller with a question or comment, or as a guest, please leave a voicemail or send us an email. You can also subscribe to our blog here.  Support the show Support the show

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