Why are mom's shoes making me so sad? In this episode we talk about the bizarre experience of going through life as a highly sensitive person. We chat about why being highly sensitive gets a bad reputation, why we always end up feeling sorry for the villain, and all the little things that seem to hit us in a soft spot. If you've ever felt bad for an inanimate object or cried looking at your mom's shoes, you've found your people!

Sip of the week: Lime Cucumber Mint Refresher

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This week we're talking about perfectionism. The pressure to get everything just right and the toll that can take on our lives. One of us has been feeling especially stuck in this cycle lately, so we dive into how perfectionism shows up in our creative work, our appearance, our careers, and even our everyday decisions.

We explore the ways perfectionism can push us toward growth and excellence, but also how it can leave us feeling anxious, drained, and never quite satisfied. Because the truth is, "perfect" is often subjective, and when there's always something that could be improved, you get trapped chasing something that's constantly running away from you.

Join us as we unpack the balance between striving to do our best and deciding when something is simply good enough.

Sip of the week: Mango Pineapple Lemonade

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Summer Fridays aren't just for the office.

This week we're talking about how to make the most of your time outside of work, and why summer is the perfect season to start. When the days feel longer and the energy feels lighter, it's important to ask yourself the question: Are you working to live or living to work?

We explore intentional ways to reclaim the bookends of your work day with boundary setting, making space for hobbies, rest, and spontaneity. The goal is to bring the spirit of "Summer Fridays" into everyday life.

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In this episode, we're taking a trip back to the summers of the early 2000s and reminiscing about the sights, sounds, and simple joys that defined those long, carefree days. From riding bikes, to neighborhood adventures, pool days, and backyard memories, we share the moments that instantly transport us back in time.

As we swapped stories, we noticed something interesting...nearly all of our favorite summer memories happened outside. That realization sparked a conversation about how much time we spent outdoors as kids, and how easy it is to lose touch with that part of ourselves in a world filled with screens, schedules, and endless distractions.

Join us for a nostalgic walk down memory lane and a reminder that some of life's best moments are still waiting just beyond the front door.

Sip of the Week: Peaches & Cream Mocktail

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In honor of Mental Health Awareness month, we are opening up about our personal journeys, how our understanding of mental health has evolved overtime, and the ways healing can change as we grow and learn more about ourselves.

We also talk about the balance between using medication, mindset, and intentional self care as tools to support us in figuring it out one day at a time.

Sip of the week: Raspberry Frosted Lemonade

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Everybody makes mistakes...everybody has those days. This week we're reflecting on our first decade of adulthood and unpacking the mistakes we made and learned from. While we have no regrets, this episode is a declaration of behaviors we will not be repeating in the next decade.

Sip of the Week: Chili Fig Lemonade

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This week we're joined by an old friend, Brandon Halvorsen. We share a conversation about the strange ache for change, even when life looks good on paper. We talk about feeling called to another coast, outgrowing old versions of home, and learning to trust the quiet pull toward something new.

Sip of the Week: Hibiscus Tea

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This week we're discussing the viral #SkinnyTok trend circulating through social media. When did the pendulum swing from body positivity back to body shaming, and why have we normalized correlating thinness with health?

Buckle in as we break down the ways these unrealistic body expectations have affected us personally, and how we attempt to combat the narrative that skinny is the ideal for everyone.

Sip of the Week: Strawberry Coconut Acai Kombucha

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