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Is love truly blind? Just ask the Love is Blind contestant who accidentally glued her eyeball shut (we're not laughing, you are). Today, we're celebrating Sarah's birthday by hoping she gets to do what she loves most, sneaking food into the cinema. We also vent about a torturous hike ruined by unprompted motivational speeches from men on the trail. Then, we get into the science of attraction. Think you have a "type"? Sarah explains why you're wrong, who you actually like, and why the person of your dreams is probably already off the market.The Dating Debate: Be honest, do you actually have a "type" or do you think it's all a myth?#LoveIsBlind #DatingMyths #RelationshipAdvice #DatingPsychology #MovieSnacks #HikingAdventures #TrailEtiquetteBrain Candy Podcast Website - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/Brain Candy Podcast Book Recommendations - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/books/Brain Candy Podcast Merchandise - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/candy-store/Brain Candy Podcast Candy Club - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/product/candy-club/Brain Candy Podcast Sponsor Codes - https://thebraincandypodcast.com/support-us/Brain Candy Podcast Social Media & Platforms:Brain Candy Podcast LIVE Interactive Trivia Nights - https://www.youtube.com/@BrainCandyPodcast/streamsBrain Candy Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastHost Susie Meister Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterHost Sarah Rice Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBrain Candy Podcast on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodBrain Candy Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/braincandy (JOIN FREE - TONS OF REALITY TV CONTENT)Brain Candy Podcast Sponsors, partnerships, & Products that we love:This episode is sponsored by Betterhelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://betterhelp.com/braincandySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You can join the Creative Pro Talk meetups by supporting the podcast on Substack here: andyjpizza.substack.com or on Patreon here: Patreon.com/creativepeptalk --- I got it wrong for so long. When I started my creative practice I thought I needed two things: 1 Get Discovered and 2 Make the Sale. I was missing the secret 3rd ingredient. In this episode we explore this secret hidden sauce and how to make it the centerpiece of your creative strategy! SHOW NOTES: Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.comSpotify Playlist of WHY? Songs Used on This Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4ZIE7PHG5I1Ddg1BuVGRzj?si=4x_BzDZjQgqSpoaLXdVACg&pi=h4HsIKG0SP6Kg SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're feeling stuck, intimidated, or overwhelmed and just can't get yourself moving, this one's for you!✉️ Join my email community and get today's Wildcard Wednesday here!

Have you ever wondered why music moves us? It transcends culture, yet is an important part of most cultures. Today on PEP Talk, we reflect on how the gift of music speaks to us about God's character. That makes it an excellent medium for communicating God's truth not only within the church, but also with the culture around us.Greg de Blieck is a Glasgow-based musician and hymn writer. He serves as a Worship Leader at his local church and is involved with the New Scottish Hymns music ministry.

In today's episode, I'm diving into a potent mini-transmission that might completely shift the way you see your life, your business, and the “stuck” seasons you can't seem to break out of.We're talking about soul lessons: the deeper reason you keep repeating the same patterns, attracting the same types of clients or partners, and not yet receiving the thing you've been manifesting.We're unpacking the nervous system, the illusion of control, and how to finally break the spiral in a way that feels empowering and not just surface-level.In this episode, we cover:Why not having what you want yet doesn't mean you're behind, it might mean you're being preparedThe shift from “How do I get it?” to “Who do I need to become?”How repeating cycles are actually unlearned lessons asking for your attentionThe power of free will and how your daily choices determine the timeline you step intoA simple but powerful exercise to view your current reality from your soul's perspective and choose differentlyIt's about radical trust, personal responsibility, and realizing that every delay may be shaping you into the version of yourself who can truly hold what you desire.If you've ever wondered why this keeps happening or why it hasn't happened yet, this episode is your reframe.Listen to similar episodes:9. The Lies You Tell Yourself That Keep You From Experiencing More Magic in Life225. 2025 Year-in-Review Alignment Audit: Guided Visualization & Journaling Practice231. (PEP TALK!) How to Stop Delaying the Life You're Meant ForWhen you rate and review the podcast, you'll receive my Connect to your Higher Self Visualization as a thank you: Click here to claim your gift. Ways to Work with Nora:1:1 Coaching Waitlist – Now accepting applications! Only 1 SPOT available soon!Add your name to the waitlist to be the first to learn when spots open.90-Minute Intensives Waitlist – Limited openings for deep-dive, high-impact sessions. Join the waitlist to be notified when spots become available.Courses – Explore Nora's signature programs:Full Throttle – The ultimate business strategy courseElite – Business energetics + identity work course

This solo episode is the spicy soul pep talk you didn't know you needed (or maybe you did?!) It will leave you feeling empowered and ready to step into the next level life that you've been dreaming about. In today's episode, Lyndsey shares your permission slip to... Be your most authentic self + honor your energy Let go of the comparison trap Define what success + abundance mean to you Stop apologizing, be direct, and take up space Just receive! *Receive the Future Self Meditation and the 6 Minute Energy Cleanse Meditation for free when you sign up here for The High Vibe Soul newsletter. --- If you are enjoying this podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe.

Composer, producer and multi-instrumentalist Emily Wells works in the space between art-pop and neoclassical chamber music using electronic and acoustic instruments: synths, strings, and hip-hop production in elegant layers to support her singular and dramatic vocals. For her 2019 album, This World Is Too _____ For You she expanded her sonic palate to include a string quintet and French horn for a collection of swirling and dramatic chamber-pop showpieces.  Together with the Grammy-nominated chamber orchestra the New York-based Metropolis Ensemble, and drummer Shayna Dunkleman (Xiu Xiu, Peptalk), she performs some of these songs, in-studio. (From the Archives, 2019.) Set list: 1. Misconceptions On Forever 2. Stay Up 3. Hymn For The New World    

Joy can feel like a risky word at work. It can sound frivolous or unrealistic — something we'll get to once the pressure eases and everything feels calm. But leadership doesn't happen in calm, imaginary future moments. It happens in the middle of deadlines, uncertainty, complexity, and emotion. In this Pixie Dust Pep Talk, I'm reframing joy as fuel — not forced positivity or denial, but a deeply human and practical leadership skill. When we intentionally notice and cultivate small moments of connection, gratitude, and humanity, we create the energy that sustains ourselves and our teams. Joy doesn't make leadership less serious. It makes it more possible — and more sustainable. Take what you need. Leave the rest. And remember, leadership magic often starts with one small ripple. Enjoy! Angie Robinson Links + Ways to Connect: Show Notes: Episode 215 Show Notes 4-Session 1:1 Coaching Package Discover Your Personality Style Quiz [download] Subscribe to my newsletter! Angie Robinson Coaching Website Schedule a free Discovery Call   Angie Robinson LinkedIn Angie Robinson Coaching Instagram Angie Robinson Coaching Facebook 

Host Pepper Persley is back with another Weekly Sports Show! We talk engagement rings & Olympic rings, Black athlete sisterhood, and get a much needed Pep Talk from NBC Sportscaster Maria Taylor. Check it out!

Your Pep Talk For An Awesome Mindset    We all need a good peptalk sometimes when life is really hard or when life is confusing and we're not sure what the next right  move is…    And sometimes it's hard to peptalk yourself and the people you love might not peptalk you in the way you need…   So that's what this episode is today. It's your peptalk to listen to now and then again whenever you need it, the reminder that you're freaking incredible and you can do absolutely anything you want to do if you're willing to work hard enough for it. Because that's the truth.   Other people's opinions are quite literally irrelevant because you are playing a game of you currently versus the best possible version of you    When you approach things from a perspective of this deep gratitude, like I am so grateful to be alive breathing fresh air on this planet today. Zero bullshit is going to ruin your mood.    you have a huge dreams for yourself and so you're not going to let distractions or negativity or drama affect the big plans that you have.    Sometimes things in life feel easy and smooth and relatively effortless and other times it feels like you are crawling your way out of liquid tar wherever you are at this is the peptalk you need to feel positive and strong and empowered and ready to take on what's next because there's nothing you can't handle.    Listen to this OVER AND OVER again when you need only positive & you can do anything thoughts in your ears!!!   XO Lindsay

Dear boss babe.. If you're doing everything right and still feeling quietly exhausted, this episode is for you. This isn't about burning down or falling apart — it's about the kind of burnout that lingers even when you're resting. In this pep talk, I share why burnout isn't always about doing too much — and how hustle culture and mismatched self care can leave you drained, unsupported, and questioning your work life balance. Sometimes we don't need more rest. We need better alignment, structure, and support that actually fits our lives. You're not lazy. You're not broken. You're just unsupported in the way you actually need. Let's talk about small shifts that help your body exhale, your nervous system settle, and your life feel lighter again. And if you want more, listen to Episode 139, where I break down how love languages show up in your work life and energy management. I'm rooting for you — and the version of your life that supports you is closer than you think.

Friends, We are in the midst of a rather revolting bear market and I thought I'd share some thoughts on the matter - a little little to those struggling to handle it. Perhaps it's also a bit of an outlet for the thoughts I've had over the past couple months. Hope it's valuable! Also, some gentle shilling from my side....if you don't know, I've written a book! - No Tenants, No Troubles: The Case for Digital Over Real Estate. Available for purchase on Amazon NOW: ⁠⁠https://www.dalewarburton.com/book⁠⁠Need a hand with self-custody? Book a⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠session ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠with me to get your Bitcoin security house in order. And also, here's my npub - get going on Nostr, it's a game-changer. npub1r94hh3kt6re3j5jv7yg8rw0ah5fg90vw9pjklxzknvhdkx0famfsn0njzt

In Episode 36 of The Fashion Founder Podcast is a pep talk from your host. Download my free founder manual here: https://www.thefashionfounder.co.uk/foundermanualIf you would like to work with my on my consultancy programme The Fashion Founder - there is more info here: https://www.thefashionfounder.co.uk/Or Book a free consultation call with me to chat here: https://www.thefashionfounder.co.uk/letschatIf you don't already, give me a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlottejadejohnson/

Change is constant in leadership. We talk about strategy, timelines, and communication plans all the time—but what often gets overlooked is the human side of change. In this Pixie Dust Pep Talk, I'm diving into what really matters most: the emotions beneath the surface. Change brings loss, uncertainty, identity shifts, and sometimes even grief—all at once. And as leaders, we feel it too. When we acknowledge the human side of change instead of rushing past it, we build trust, soften resistance, and create real connection. Leadership isn't about fixing how people feel—it's about making room for it. Here's your reminder: strong, impactful leadership lives in the balance between direction and compassion. Enjoy! Angie Robinson Links + Ways to Connect: Show Notes: Episode 214 Show Notes 4-Session 1:1 Coaching Package Discover Your Personality Style Quiz [download] Subscribe to my newsletter! Angie Robinson Coaching Website Schedule a free Discovery Call   Angie Robinson LinkedIn Angie Robinson Coaching Instagram Angie Robinson Coaching Facebook 

Talk dirty to me….But instead of roses or grand gestures… what if the sexiest words a mom can hear are:“I switched the laundry.”“I've got bedtime.”“Go lay down. I'll handle the kids.”In this Monday Mom Pep Talk, we're diving into the real reason support feels so attractive in motherhood. It's not about the chore, it's about not carrying the mental load alone. It's about feeling seen. Partnered. Supported. Safe.Motherhood comes with invisible labor…the appointments, the spirit days, the emotional temperature of the house, the constant mental checklist running in the background. And when someone steps in without being asked? That's intimacy.In this pep talk, I talk about:• Why we were never meant to do this alone• How shared responsibility builds connection• Why carrying all the plates isn't noble• And how receiving help is a skill we can learnIf you've ever felt like you're spinning all the plates and praying none crash…this episode is for you.Because sometimes the most romantic words in the world are:“I've got it.”Tune in, take a breath, and remember.. you don't have to carry motherhood alone.

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Dear boss babe... If you've been telling yourself, “Once this season slows down, then I'll enjoy my life,” this episode is your loving wake-up call. Because self care isn't something you earn after success — it's what creates the capacity for it. In this episode, I'm sharing: Why high achievers get stuck in survival mode The truth about your “soft girl era” Why you don't need a new life — you need better structure How to support your nervous system without dimming your ambition You are not lazy. You are not unmotivated. You are overloaded — and that's solvable. If this hit, listen to the full episode Episode 138: Is Soft Girl Era Even Real? and share it with another boss babe who needs this reminder. I'm rooting for you.

Feeling lost on the creative journey? Download our 7 step Creative Career Path Handbooklet for FREE by signing up to our newsletter: http://andyjpizza.substack.com --- My editor Conner loved this episode, which is always a good sign! Two reasons to listen to this: 1 - If your work feels stale or a long term project feels stuck, and you have been wondering if you need to switch it up, reboot, or pivot, this episode is for you. We talk a lot about how to navigate this with Zak Rosen, who just did a big rebrand of his podcast. 2 - You are sick and tired of fighting yourself on everything. This is the time of year when New Year's Resolutions have gone up in flames. If that's your situation, Zak asks me what thing is “weirdly helpful” to me, and it addresses this frustration head-on! Hope you love the episode! SHOW NOTES: Zak Rosenhttps://zakrosen.com/about Weirdly Helpfulhttps://weirdlyhelpful.show Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this unfiltered and intentionally unhinged episode of Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica Battle is joined by her boyfriend Oz for a conversation that probably shouldn't exist — but absolutely does.With no outline, no filters, and very loose supervision, the two dive into rapid-fire questions, hot takes, relationship dynamics, business crossover chaos, and the kinds of truths most couples would never say out loud on a microphone. From petty annoyances to emotional patterns, personal growth, and wildly honest reflections on healing, this episode blends humor with surprising depth.What starts as playful chaos turns into a refreshingly real look at what it's like to love, grow, and build a life together without pretending to be perfectly healed or polished.This episode is funny, feral, and deeply human — and if it makes you feel better about your own relationship, you're welcome.Watch the Full Episode on YouTube.

Many sporting clubs are the largest social group in any given local community. Do the local churches view them as rivals, or mission fields? Today, more clubs are recognising the competitive benefits of caring emotionally and spiritually for their athletes, opening up huge opportunities for Christian ministry. Here on PEP Talk, sport enthusiasts Gavin Matthews and Simon Wenham learn more about the the area of sports chaplaincy.Mark Fleming has been chaplain to Partick Thistle Football Club since 1989. He now serves as National Director for Scotland at Sports Chaplaincy UK, where he recruits, trains, and mentors chaplains across the nation. He has provided in-house mental health awareness training at a range of football clubs and sporting governing bodies such as the English Football Association, Scottish Football Association, Scottish Rugby Union and the Camanachd Association. He has written a book on his experiences titled "Confessions of a Football Chaplain" available here.

In today's episode, I'm giving you a real pep talk about why you might be stuck circling the same desires. This isn't a polished, “do these five things and everything will magically work” episode. It's an honest conversation about the patterns I see all the time: waiting until you feel ready, telling yourself it's not the right time, and staying comfortable even when something inside you is asking for more.In this episode, we talk about:• The “it's fine” mindset that quietly keeps you settling• Why fear shows up as overthinking, procrastinating, and second-guessing• What it actually means to decide and why dabbling keeps you stuck• How your identity and daily choices shape your confidence• A simple daily practice to help you build momentum and trust yourself againThis episode is for you if you've been feeling restless, burnt out, or like you're meant for more but you're not sure how to make the leap yet. If you've been waiting for a sign, this might be it.Listen to similar episodes:130. (BYY) Day 1: Upgrade Your Identity & See Yourself As A Big F*cking Deal - Glow Up to Blow Up | Podcast on Spotify215. Signs You Need Identity Work (Part 1): You Know What to Do, But You're Not Doing It - Glow Up to Blow Up | Podcast on Spotify226. The Science of Self-Trust: How to Become Someone Who Follows Through on BIG Goals in 2026 - Glow Up to Blow Up | Podcast on SpotifyWhen you listen, rate, and review the podcast, you'll receive my Connect to your Higher Self Visualization as a thank you: Click here to claim your gift. Ways to Work with Nora:1:1 Coaching Waitlist – Now accepting applications! Only 2 spots available soon. Add your name to the waitlist to be the first to learn when spots open.90-Minute Intensives Waitlist – Limited openings for deep-dive, high-impact sessions. Join the waitlist to be notified when spots become available.Courses – Explore Nora's signature programs:Full Throttle – The ultimate business strategy courseElite – Business energetics + identity work coursePodcasting for Business Growth – Turn your podcast into profitConnect with Nora – Follow her on Instagram @iamnoravirginia for updates, tips, and inspiration.

This can be a HARD time of year for many! In today's episode, Sarah shares her own February struggles and provides a pep talk for all of us who might be stuck in winter doldrums or feeling less excited about our 2026 goals.Books recommended: Meditations for Mortals or 4000 Weeks By Oliver BurkemanReminder: BLP Live will be Nov 5-7 2026 - be one of the first to be notified by signing up for Sarah's newsletter. Our Sponsors Mint Mobile:  Affordable wireless plans that let you keep your own number and phone.  To make the switch, visit ⁠mintmobile.com/BLP ⁠ Green Chef:  Visit ⁠greenchef.com/bestlaidgraza⁠ and use code bestlaidgraza to get started with 50% off Green Chef and FREE Graza Olive Oil set in your 2nd and 3rd boxes.   IXL: Make an impact on your child's learning, get IXL now. BLP listeners get an exclusive 20% off IXL membership when they sign up today at ⁠ixl.com/plans⁠. PrepDish: Healthy meal plans straight to your inbox (and now with easy Instacart ordering!).  Visit ⁠prepdish.com/plans⁠ for a free 2-week trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is a short Pixie Dust Pep Talk created to meet you exactly where you are — no pressure, no fixing, no striving. Just a reminder. Leadership doesn't happen in ideal conditions. It happens in real life — in uncertainty, change, heavy emotions, and moments when the world feels like a lot. Somewhere along the way, leadership became associated with having it all together. But leadership was never meant to strip away your humanity. In this episode, I'm reminding you that you are human first — and that leading like a human builds trust, connection, and psychological safety. You don't lose credibility when you show up this way. You gain it. A moment of reassurance for leaders navigating tough seasons Permission to lead without pretending you're unaffected A reminder that vulnerability, done well, is a strength Take a breath. You already carry what you need. Enjoy! Angie Robinson Links + Ways to Connect: Show Notes: Episode 213 Show Notes 4-Session 1:1 Coaching Package Discover Your Personality Style Quiz [download] Subscribe to my newsletter! Angie Robinson Coaching Website Schedule a free Discovery Call   Angie Robinson LinkedIn Angie Robinson Coaching Instagram Angie Robinson Coaching Facebook 

Welcome to today's PEP Talk – Gluten – Episode #81. In my recent nutrition PEP Talks, I have been encouraging you to read ingredient labels and when you do not know (or cannot pronounce) an ingredient on the label, avoid that food. In my recent PEP Talks I have also shared some known ingredients that are unhealthy ingredients including seed oils and sugar. In today's PEP Talk I am discussing yet another ingredient to avoid – gluten. Please take a few minutes to listen to today's PEP Talk – Gluten – Episode #81, and I encourage you to do one thing today purposefully to attain true PEP for life. Dr. Tom O'Bryan Celiac Disease Foundation

Today's minisode features a piece of Cathy's Morning Activation, a gentle reset into truth, trust, and higher guidance to start your day anchored in light. Get the full 8-minute Morning Activation for free at cathyheller.com/peptalk

Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday. In this episode of Raising Confident Girls, Melissa Jones speaks to parents who feel caught off guard when conversations with their daughters suddenly feel awkward, strained, or uncomfortable.Melissa normalizes these moments as a natural part of growth—especially during transitions when daughters are figuring out who they are and how much independence they want. She reassures parents that awkward conversations aren't a sign of failure or disconnection, but a recalibration of communication as the relationship evolves. Rather than pulling away or overcorrecting, Melissa encourages parents to stay steady, present, and emotionally available, even when it feels hard.Through grounded perspective and gentle encouragement, Melissa reminds listeners that trust isn't built in one perfect conversation, but over time through consistency, patience, and connection.Tune in to discover:Why awkward conversations are a normal part of developmentWhat these moments really say about your relationship with your daughterHow staying calm and present builds long-term trustWhy discomfort doesn't mean you're doing it wrongHow consistency matters more than saying the “right” thingThis episode is a reassuring reminder that growth can feel uncomfortable for everyone—and that showing up with steadiness and care is often exactly what your daughter needs most.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

Super Bowl weekend is here, and while the game is fun, we're really here for the commercials, and how to teach them well! In this team meeting, we share book talk and a clear plan for tackling Super Bowl commercial analysis. You'll hear practical, classroom-ready steps using tools like the Four Reading Realms and SPACE CAT to help students have stronger conversations, deeper analysis, and way more buy-in!Resources:My 2026 Amazon List4 Reading Realms Webinar (free!)Rhetorical Analysis Starter KitWatch BNT episodes on YouTube!Shop Our Faves.Related Episodes:Episode 178, Unit Makeover: Rhetorical AnalysisEpisode 280, New Year Teacher Trends for 2026: Goals, Books, and Real TalkEpisode 282, We're Building Our ELA Units WRONG. Here's How to Fix it.Episode 283, Resistant Readers Need the Four Reading Realms: A Walkthrough - BNT Team MeetingSHOW NOTES: https://www.bravenewteaching.com/home/episode284"Send us a message - please include your contact information so we can chat soon!"Head to bravenewteaching.com/waitlist to become a beta tester for BNT University!Support the show

#256: This isn't just a sleep meditation—it's a nightly nervous system reset. In this 5-minute wind down, you'll guide your body out of stress and into deep parasympathetic rest, while gently rewiring the subconscious mind. Using principles rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and quantum biology, Josie's nighttime pep talk is designed to help you release anxiety, dissolve limiting beliefs, and activate the brainwave state that supports healing, creativity, and transformation. Listen before bed (whether it's lying down with the lights out or while you brush your teeth) to experience deeper sleep, a calmer mind, reprogrammed limiting beliefs, and a powerful shift in how you wake up tomorrow.Music by Dana Music from PixabayFor Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt tired in a way sleep doesn't fix? Like you're carrying the weight of everything — the world, your family, your responsibilities, your own emotions — and you don't know how to put it down? This episode is for you. Because here's the truth most of us don't hear enough:

Dear boss babe .. Somewhere along the way, thinking replaced moving… and you didn't even notice when it happened. In this episode, I'm calling out the sneaky way overthinking disguises itself as productivity, why procrastination isn't laziness, and how burnout shows up even in the most driven, capable people. I share my own experience as a high achiever who starts fast but gets overwhelmed in the messy middle — the part no one glamorizes. We're talking hustle culture, nervous system protection, self care that actually supports execution, and why you don't need more motivation — you need more structure. This is for the woman who's doing everything yet feels like nothing is moving. You're not behind. You're under-supported. Why overthinking is a nervous system response — not a personal flaw How hustle culture fuels burnout and procrastination The real reason high achievers get stuck in the “messy middle” Why self care without structure keeps you stuck How to take one supported step forward without clarity or perfection If this episode hit close to home, that's your sign. If you're done burning out, done overthinking, done trying to self-manage your way out of hustle culture — The Reset Room was built for you. The Reset Room is where high achievers go to slow down without falling behind. It's structured self care, nervous-system-safe support, and tools that help you actually follow through — even when clarity isn't there yet. ✨ Join The Reset Room and stop trying to hold your entire life together by yourself. You don't need more pressure. You need a system that supports you. hustle culture, high achiever, burn out, self care, overthinking, procrastination This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica Battle explains why a calorie deficit alone is not enough to create sustainable weight loss for women with a history of binge eating or emotional eating.While calorie restriction can lead to short-term weight loss, Jessica breaks down why those results often don't last when the relationship with food is left unaddressed. She explores how restriction, emotional triggers, and all-or-nothing thinking fuel cycles of bingeing, quitting, and starting over — even when women are doing “everything right” on paper.This episode reframes weight loss as more than just calories and highlights the mindset shifts and emotional skills required to make weight loss sustainable without self-sabotage.This conversation is for women who want to lose weight and heal their relationship with food — without sacrificing their mental health in the process.Watch the Full Episode on YouTube.

In this special birthday episode of the Friends in Beauty Podcast, I'm taking a moment to slow down, reflect, and share a birthday pep talk straight from the heart.I talk about how my relationship with birthdays has changed over the years and why I now find more joy in simplicity than big celebrations. I also open up about a recent emotional season—caring for my cat, Kash, during a health scare—and how that experience reminded me of the importance of community, support, and giving myself grace.I reflect on my journey into the beauty industry, why I believe beauty professionals are the original influencers, and how important it is for us to recognize our impact without feeling overshadowed by social media. This episode is about persistence, self-reflection, and honoring your path—even when it doesn't look like what you imagined.If you're navigating a tender season, celebrating a milestone, or simply need a reminder that you're not alone, this episode is for you.✨BIRTHDAY DONATIONS✨:CashApp: AkuaRobinsonZelle: akua@akuarobinson.com✨ READY FOR PERSONALIZED SUPPORT?

American yoga teachers have a unique role in fighting fascism. We are deeply practiced in the tools that help us (and our students) feel clear, steady, focused, calm and resilient. And if you read the teachings the way I do, we have a powerful directive to engage in direct social action.  Lovingkindness meditation says, "May All Beings Be Safe And Free" and that is not just a nice idea, but a mandate to work for change. As you can plainly see with your eyes, all beings are not safe. But there is so much we can do! There is incredible work being done and all we have to do is plug into it.  In this episode, you'll hear: the dharma teachings I am depending on and teaching how I recommend you address current events in your yoga classes all the organizations I am following and working with how I balance activism work with full time working parenting  Lots of Resources! Episode 143: Should You Talk About Current Events In Yoga Classes?? Episode 163: The Four Reminders (It's A Pep Talk!) A sharable google doc with my list of orgs to follow The 5Calls App Website (with links to app store) Instagram Follow for:  an extremely user friendly app to help you choose topics, get phone numbers for your reps and suggested call scripts Indivisible  Website Instagram There are lots of local chapters in cities and small towns across the country. Follow for:  clear directions on small but impactful actions (cancel Dsiney and Spotify) Information on big, peaceful protests Electoral directions (what member of congress to call when about what) Sunrise Movement Website Instagram Follow for: A more radical approach as it is run by young people Less electoral focus, more direct action 50501 National Website National Instagram There are local chapters in most states! Follow for: Large scale protests (they work closely with Indivisable) Local actions (this one is important this week!!) https://www.standwithminnesota.com/ Follow For: Tons of on the ground, grassroots orgs to support in MN Refuse Fascism  Website Instagram  Follow For: Daily protests to attend in DC This episode is sponsored by OfferingTree!   Sign up at www.offeringtree.com/mentor to get 50% off your first three months (or 15% off any annual plan).  With OfferingTree, yoga teachers put their schedule on a personally branded website where students can book classes and even pay or donate online.  All of this can be set up in 10 minutes or less.  OfferingTree supports me with each sign-up.  

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Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme of “Who Am I” with discussions about having our identity rooted in Christ. When our identity aligns with Christ, it helps us answer the question “Am I enough?” And because of Jesus’s sacrifice, we know the answer is yes. Then we had Philip Miller join us to discuss further how to find our identity in Christ rather than in the world. Philip is the Senior Pastor of Moody Church in Chicago. He can also be heard on the weekly Moody Church Hour radio broadcast on over 700 stations nationwide. You can also listen to Pastor Philip on the daily program, Living Hope, at 11 am CT, across the Moody Network. Then, we had Dr. Andy Bannister join us to discuss how to share the truth with someone in a loving and gentle way when there are opposing ideas. Dr. Bannister is the Director of Solas, and he speaks and teaches regularly throughout the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, and the wider world. He addresses audiences of both Christians and those of all faiths, or none, on issues relating to faith, culture, politics, and society. He also hosts 2 podcasts called PEP Talk and Pod of the Gaps. He also wrote several books, including “Have you Ever Wondred? Finding the Everyday Clue to Meaning, Purpose, and Spirituality”. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Philip Miller Interview [04:45] Andy Bannister Interview [22:01] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dear Boss Babe… If you've been feeling like your life doesn't fit anymore — like you're outgrowing something you can't quite name — I need you to hear this: you are not broken, behind, or confused. You're evolving faster than the systems you built to support an older version of yourself. And that low-level exhaustion that doesn't go away, even when you rest? That's not random. That's your next level asking for more capacity. In this episode, I'm speaking directly to the high achiever who's tired of hustle culture but doesn't know how to slow down without losing momentum. I'm breaking down what actually causes burnout — and why it's not because you're doing too much, but because your life is still organized for a version of you that no longer exists. I share my own evolution from being the quiet, responsible, behind-the-scenes woman to stepping into more visibility, leadership, and responsibility — and how every time I delayed upgrading my systems, I paid for it in exhaustion, self-doubt, and second-guessing myself. Here's the truth most people miss: rebranding yourself isn't about confidence — it's about capacity. You can want more income, more freedom, more impact. But if your life is still built for less responsibility, less visibility, and a smaller vision, burnout becomes inevitable — no matter how much self-care you try to stack on top. In this episode, we talk about: Why hustle culture burns out high achievers How outdated systems create burnout and overwhelm Why self-care doesn't work when your life can't support you What rebranding yourself actually looks like in real life How to build stability without losing ambition Becoming unrecognizable doesn't start with bold moves. It starts with boring structure — and boring is what allows you to grow without burning out. Before you move on, ask yourself this:Where is my life still organized for a version of me I've already outgrown? That answer is your next level. If this episode resonated and you know motivation isn't the problem — your systems are — I created The Reset Room for you. The Reset Room is where high achievers step out of burnout, rebuild their routines, and create lives that actually support who they're becoming — without hustle culture or self-abandonment. Join us inside The Reset Room and start creating a life that fits. And if this episode spoke to you, share it with another boss babe who's quietly outgrowing her life. With love,Ericka This podcast was produced by Your Girl Media Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, on Karl and Crew, we continued our weekly theme of “Who Am I” with discussions about having our identity rooted in Christ. When our identity aligns with Christ, it helps us answer the question “Am I enough?” And because of Jesus’s sacrifice, we know the answer is yes. Then we had Philip Miller join us to discuss further how to find our identity in Christ rather than in the world. Philip is the Senior Pastor of Moody Church in Chicago. He can also be heard on the weekly Moody Church Hour radio broadcast on over 700 stations nationwide. You can also listen to Pastor Philip on the daily program, Living Hope, at 11 am CT, across the Moody Network. Then, we had Dr. Andy Bannister join us to discuss how to share the truth with someone in a loving and gentle way when there are opposing ideas. Dr. Bannister is the Director of Solas, and he speaks and teaches regularly throughout the UK, Europe, Canada, the USA, and the wider world. He addresses audiences of both Christians and those of all faiths, or none, on issues relating to faith, culture, politics, and society. He also hosts 2 podcasts called PEP Talk and Pod of the Gaps. He also wrote several books, including “Have you Ever Wondred? Finding the Everyday Clue to Meaning, Purpose, and Spirituality”. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast. If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following time stamps: Philip Miller Interview [04:45] Andy Bannister Interview [22:01] Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area! https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/Donate to Moody Radio: http://moodyradio.org/donateto/morningshowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pre-Order My New Book Mysterious Things Here --- It's so easy to forget what this is all about. If you need a reminder to embrace imperfection as part of your flavor, and rekindle your drive to just go out and make stuff you love about things you're interested in, this is your episode!! Guest Nishant Jain drops a billion good gems here. We talk about his sneaky public drawing practice, his inspiring philosophy around creativity and his new book “Make Sneaky Art”. I could have talked to Nishant for another hour or more! This will fuel your creative tank!   SHOW NOTES: Nishant Jain https://www.sneakyartist.com Book: Make Sneaky Art https://www.sneakyartist.com/the-book Kendyll Hillegas http://www.kendyllhillegas.com Roald Dahl https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roald_Dahl Quentin Blake https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quentin_Blake Sneaky Art Podcast - Hosted by Nishant Jain https://www.sneakyartist.com/podcast Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com   SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of the Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica Battle breaks down the key differences between losing weight in 2016 vs. losing weight in 2026—and why her approach today looks nothing like it did a decade ago.After navigating heartbreak, healing, and a new relationship (yes, the happy relationship weight gain is real), Jessica shares why she's committed to losing weight again—but this time without obsession, restriction, or self-punishment. Drawing from her own lived experience of extreme dieting, binge eating, and scale obsession, she explains how mindset, habits, and self-trust now lead her decisions.This episode is a grounded, honest look at sustainable weight loss, food freedom, and what it actually takes to feel good in your body long-term—especially for women who are done losing the same weight over and over again.Join "The Secret Pill" Masterclass.

Text Me!If you're feeling close to drinking, overwhelmed, tired, or stuck in that mental negotiation, this episode is here for you.In this episode of the Sober Vibes Podcast is a calm, grounding pep talk you can press play on anytime you feel like giving up or convincing yourself to “just have one.”This episode isn't about rules, timelines, or willpower. It's about getting through this moment without turning it into a setback.Whether you're doing 30 days without alcohol, trying to stop drinking every night, or working to stop drinking wine when stress hits, this episode helps you slow down and reconnect before making a choice you might regret.In This Episode, You'll Hear:Wanting to drink doesn't mean you're failingHow to separate an urge from the story your brain is tellingWhat's actually happening in your body when cravings show upSimple grounding tools you can use in real timeGentle reminders for rebuilding motivation to stay soberWhy pressing play instead of pouring a drink still counts as progressThis episode is designed to be saved, downloaded, and replayed — especially during moments when alcohol feels like the fastest way to cope.You can come back to this episode as many times as you need.Resources & Support Mentioned:Sobriety Circle – ongoing support for women living alcohol free1:1 Sober Coaching – personalized guidance during difficult momentsFree tools for staying sober without white-knucklingPODCAST SPONSOR:This episode is sponsored by ExactNature, a trusted holistic tool for anyone navigating recovery and sobriety. Use code SV25 at checkout to save on your order. Click here to shop and save. Grab my Masterclass for Free:Gain access to my Masterclass when you submit a review on iTunes. Email me sobervibes@gmail.com with a screenshot of the review, and I will send you the code to unlock my Masterclass for free!Thank you for tuning in!Ready to thrive in your alcohol-free life? Sober Vibes: A Guide to Thriving in Your First Three Months Without Alcohol is your step-by-step guide to navigating early sobriety with confidence.Grab your copy today!Thank you for listening! Help the show by Rating, Reviewing, and/or Subscribing to the Sober Vibes Podcast. Connect w/ Courtney:InstagramJoin the Sobriety Circle Apply for 1:1 CoachingOrder the Sober Vibes Book

Artist, Judy Glantzman, is back on the pod this week to discuss her friend and incredible artist, Dawn Clements (1958-2018). Come along with me as I hear more about this brave, innovative artist who celebrated the idea of the ungovernable doodle. Her ink and gouache drawings span walls and rooms, yet she often made them folded up on trains and while lying in bed. It was wonderful to hear Judy's recollections of this artist I have long-admired. Exhibitions mentioned: James Barron Art "Dawn Clements: Paper Flowers" 2025Pierogi "Dawn Clements at the Boiler" 2010MANA Contemporary, Jersey City, NJ "Dawn Clements, Living Large: A Survey, " 2021Bates College Museum of Art, Lewiston, ME "Back and Forth" Dawn Clements and Marc Leuthold 2008Museum of Modern Art "High and Low: Modern Art and Popular Culture" 1990-91...and keep an eye out for Dawn's upcoming show at the RISD Museum!Dawn Clements works discussed: "Mrs. Jessica Drummond's Bedroom (My Reputation, 1946)" 2010, "Kitchen and Bathroom" 2003, "Tabletop (Black and White)" 2010, "The Boiler" 2010, "Triptych (Yaddo)" 2017, "Maele Luster" 2011, "Grass" 2017, "Oval" 1995-2000, Collaboration with Marc Leuthold 2008 PLUS find more images at Pierogi Residencies mentioned: Sint Trudo Abdij (Maele, Belgium), MacDowell, Yaddo, Civitella Ranieri FoundationOther artists mentioned: Janet Fish, Fra Angelico ("Noli me tangere", 1440–42. Fresco from the convent of San Marco, Florence), Jane Freilicher, Catherine Murphy, Morandi, David Wojnarowicz, Vija Celmins, George Condo, Gina Ruggeri, Charles Burchfield, Charles Garabedian, Mary TempleBook mentioned: "Looking at the Overlooked" by Norman BrysonLinks to online talks: Brooklyn Rail Panel: "Living Large: Dawn Clements"Vermont Studio Center LectureDawn's favorite art materials: PAPER • Fabriano Accademia roll paper, 80-lb., and Strathmore 400 drawing roll paper, 100-lb. INKS AND PENCILS • Sumi ink (both black and vermilion)• ballpoint pen (Bic Crystal or PaperMate medium point black)• No. 2 pencils WATERCOLOR • Sennelier GOUACHE: • Winsor & Newton BRUSHES • soft round watercolor-----Thank you to my guest, Judy Glantzman! Don't miss her upcoming solo show:"Playing with Dolls "Judy Glantzman atPPOW GalleryFeb 6 - March 14, 2026390 Broadway, 2nd Floor (2nd location)New York, NY 10013Also, find Judy on IG: @judyglantzmanThank you for listening!----------------------------Pep Talks on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@peptalksforartists⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pep Talks Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.peptalksforartists.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amy, your beloved host, on IG: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@talluts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amy's website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amytalluto.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pep Talks on Art Spiel as written essays: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/7k82vd8s⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BuyMeACoffee⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donations always appreciated!

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Dear Boss Babe...If you've been telling yourself “I'm just tired” or “once this season slows down, I'll feel like myself again,” this episode is for you. Because here's the truth: you're not lazy, unmotivated, or broken — you're burned out from carrying too much without enough support. Today we are talking about burnout, hustle culture, and why high achievers lose their spark — not because they stop caring, but because their lives get heavier without better containers. I'm sharing behind-the-scenes truth from my own journey — from fundraising for my skincare brand Silk to running this podcast consistently for nearly three years — and how success without support quietly drained my joy. On paper, everything looked amazing. Inside, I felt exhausted, disconnected, and empty. This episode is your reminder that self-care isn't bubble baths — it's structure, boundaries, and support. Burnout isn't a sign that your dream is wrong. It's a sign that the way you're holding it needs to change. Why burnout is so common for ambitious women and high achievers How hustle culture keeps your nervous system stuck in survival mode The real reason motivation disappears (and how to get it back) Why your spark doesn't return by pushing harder How structure and support are the most overlooked forms of self-care One small shift you can make this week to feel lighter and more energized If you've been feeling resistance toward something you once loved, I'll help you ask a better question — not “What's wrong with me?” but “What's making this feel so heavy?” Because you don't need a new dream. You need a new way of holding the life you already built. This week, choose one area of your life that feels overwhelming and: Write down what actually needs to be done Create structure instead of letting it live rent-free in your head Put a boundary around what drains you Give your brain permission to stop bracing Your spark isn't gone. It's just waiting for you to make room for it. If this episode hit home, make sure you listen to this week's full episode: Episode 135 where we go even deeper into why high-achieving women experience burnout — and how to fall back in love with what you're building without abandoning yourself. ✨ Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a fellow boss babe who needs permission to rest without guilt. As always, I'm rooting for you. With love,Ericka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pre-Order My New Book “Mysterious Things” and Help Us Spread the Word! --- Do you have a toxic relationship with goal setting and New Year's resolutions? Have you already given up this year?! If so, this episode is for you. In this episode, we will explore the easy and impactful starting place that can help you make this season count for your creative practice. At the end, I share the “Select Your Seed” Venn diagram exercise for figuring out where to focus your energy and how to kick things off in an easy, deep, holistic way. SHOW NOTES: Fresh Start Psychologyhttps://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/4000-mondays/202412/fresh-starts-the-psychology-behind-new-year-motivation/amp Study on Result Goals vs Process Goalshttps://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/1750984X.2022.2116723#abstract The One Thing https://the1thing.com Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK AEROPRESSCheck out Aeropress and use my code PEPTALK for a great deal: https://aeropress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want 2026 to truly be different, and not just a repeat of you abandoning your goals and having to start over yet again, this episode will teach you how.In this episode of Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica shares 5 mindset shifts that actually create lasting change. From managing catastrophic thinking to letting go of perfectionism, this conversation breaks down why growth feels hard, and how you can keep going *anyway*.Jessica opens up about the first week of January, navigating both hope and heaviness, embracing failure, and choosing consistency over looking perfect. This episode is for the woman who's ready to stop waiting for the “right time” and start showing up as she is. XOWATCH THE EPISODE HERE.

If you've been overthinking, or if you have anxiety spiraling about things a future version of you will one day handle, this episode will feel like  a big exhale. Today we're talking about anxiety, uncertainty, and the wild ride of entering a new season when there are way more question marks than answers.Power Questions to Save: “Do I have enough information to solve this problem?” “Is future me more equipped than present me?” (Spoiler: yes.) “Am I mentally living in a moment I'm not actually in yet?”If you're currently…Waiting on claritySitting in the unknownStarting something newOverthinking timelinesTrying to juggle the juggle…this is your reminder that you can handle hard things, you're resourceful AF, and future-you is going to crush it.Links & Mentions:Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KaciaGhetmiri  (video episodes drop every Monday!)Connect on IG: @kaciaghetmiri

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Have you ever heard someone say that making creative work is about having a “point of view”? It sounds right, but what does it mean and how do you find yours? I can't think of any creatives that have a more compelling sense of their “point of view” than my guests today. Author Mac Barnett and author-illustrator Jon Klassen have such a strong voice, and I have been longing to have them both on the show for such a long time!! This is an instant all-timer episode for me. These two legends from the picture book world just knocked it out of the park, and we have an incredible chat exploring how to find your point of view, the artist/audience relationship, storytelling, and so much more. Buckle up. This mega episode starts off with a bang and just gets better and better all the way til the end! This episode will make for a great companion for a long creative session or long drive! Hope you love it as much as I did!   SHOW NOTES: Substack: "Looking at Picture Books"https://lookingatpicturebooks.substack.com "Mac B. Spy Kid"https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=%22Mac+B.+Spy+Kid%22&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8 "The Skull" by Jon Klassenhttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/725351/the-skull-by-jon-klassen-illustrated-by-jon-klassen/ "Sam and Dave Dig a Hole" by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassenhttps://www.macbarnett.com/sam-dave-dig-a-hole "Extra Yarn"https://www.macbarnett.com/extra-yarn "Where the Wild Things Are"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Where_the_Wild_Things_Are "Goodnight Moon"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Goodnight_Moon "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishigurohttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Remains_of_the_Day "Swim in a Pond in the Rain" by George Saundershttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/609280/a-swim-in-a-pond-in-the-rain-by-george-saunders/ "Outside Over There" by Maurice Sendakhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Outside_Over_There "Sam and the Firefly" by P.D. Eastmanhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_and_the_Firefly "Dead Souls" by Nikolai Gogolhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dead_Souls "Let the Right One In"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Let_the_Right_One_In_(film) "Ponyo"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ponyo "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind"https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eternal_Sunshine_of_the_Spotless_Mind "Mysterious Things" by Andy J. Pizza and Sophie Millerhttp://invisiblethings.co "Making Comics" by Scott McCloudhttps://www.scottmccloud.com/makingcomics/ Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com   SPONSORS:SQUARESPACEHead to https://www.squarespace.com/PEPTALK to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PEPTALK AEROPRESSCheck out Aeropress and use my code PEPTALK for a great deal: https://aeropress.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Queen of Pep Talks, Jessica is joined by her boyfriend Oz for a raw, real conversation about dreams, commitment, and what it actually takes to build a life you're proud of. They talk about bringing the podcast onto YouTube, what it's like for Oz to be even more immersed in Jessica's business, and how building a future together has shifted the way they think about goals, risk, and growth. XOWATCH THE EPISODE HERE.

January often arrives with a mix of motivation and overwhelm—fresh starts, lofty goals, and the pressure to do things differently. To explore this complicated season, I'm joined by Gretchen Rubin, bestselling author and leading voice on habits, happiness, and human nature. Our conversation is a thoughtful look at how to approach the new year with intention, from embracing clean slates to making space for what matters most. If you're feeling the weight of January expectations, this episode offers both insight and encouragement. Helpful Companion Links Find Gretchen on Instagram and on her podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin. Order my book The PLAN or ask your library to consider carrying a copy. Sign up for our every-other-week podcast recap email called Latest Lazy Listens. Grab a copy of my book The Lazy Genius Kitchen or The Lazy Genius Way! (Affiliate links) Want to share your Lazy Genius of the Week idea with us? Use this form to tell us about it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices