Episode 84: Asking For A Friend…How Do I Get Promoted?
We’ve talked about how to successfully network and interview for jobs, but what comes next when you do get the job, and you’re ready to move up? Climbing the corporate ladder is a whole other beast, but with our own years of experience, and tips from the experts, we have plenty of advice on how to make moves.
We’ve talked about how to successfully network and interview for jobs, but what comes next when you do get the job, and you’re ready to move up? Climbing the corporate ladder is a whole other beast, but with our own years of experience, and tips from the experts, we have plenty of advice on how to make moves.
This week we’re answering a question sent in on how to get promoted from a coordinator to a management position at work, but the advice applies to anyone looking to move up a level in their career. From building solid relationships and mapping out a plan with your boss, to learning how to lead, this is your official guide to getting promoted!
Tune in as we chat about:
How to ask for what you want
Gaining visibility within your company
Exploring lateral moves
Why understanding communication styles is key
Being an adaptable leader
How to find a mentor
When it’s time to jump ship
We hope this episode helps you get the recognition you deserve at work, so you can keep crushing as a corporate baddie!
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Episode 83: How to Move In With Your Partner (Without Losing Your Mind)
Moving in with your significant other sounds like a dream… that is until they start loading the dishwasher all wrong. Taking the leap and living together is a make-or-break step in any relationship but there are ways to set yourself up for success and today we’re giving you the cheat sheet!
Moving in with your significant other sounds like a dream… that is until they start loading the dishwasher all wrong. Taking the leap and living together is a make-or-break step in any relationship but there are ways to set yourself up for success and today we’re giving you the cheat sheet!
From how to start the conversation about your boundaries (and finances!) to tips on keeping the spark alive, this week’s quickie has everything you need to know before you move in with your partner and tips for making the transition as smooth as possible.
Tune in as we chat about:
Creating goals for your relationship
How to protect yourself and the legal agreements you might need
An easy guide to tackling finances
Why communication and setting boundaries are key
How to make your design styles mesh
Respecting routines and making new ones
The positive side of healthy conflict
How to keep your sex life alive
Prioritizing YOU time
We hope this episode helps you decide if you’re ready to move in with your partner and makes the transition a little smoother. Good luck to all the love birds ready to make their nest together, you got this!
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Episode 82: How To Find Your Purpose, Overcome Limiting Beliefs and Believe In Your Damn Self, with Komal Minhas
Our limiting beliefs get the best of us sometimes, and it’s something that so many of us struggle with in life and at work. The truth is, we can’t always trust the things we tell ourselves. Our brain pumps out around 6,000 thoughts per day and with that much going on, it’s bound to get a few things wrong.
So this week we called in Komal Minhas to help us develop the confidence and mindset skills to tap into our potential and get out of our own way. Komal is an executive coach, business strategist, interviewer, and resilience educator who coaches people to build successful businesses while improving their wellbeing and mastering their mindset.
Our limiting beliefs get the best of us sometimes, and it’s something that so many of us struggle with in life and at work. The truth is, we can’t always trust the things we tell ourselves. Our brain pumps out around 6,000 thoughts per day and with that much going on, it’s bound to get a few things wrong.
So this week we called in Komal Minhas to help us develop the confidence and mindset skills to tap into our potential and get out of our own way. Komal is an executive coach, business strategist, interviewer, and resilience educator who coaches people to build successful businesses while improving their wellbeing and mastering their mindset.
She’s landed a spot on Oprah’s Super Soul 100 list, screened her film, Dream, Girl, at the Obama White House, and has interviewed legends like Glennon Doyle and Michelle Obama. She’s overcome great adversity to accomplish so many incredible things in her life, sharing her insights and wisdom on her podcast, Lessons Learned, and in her own column for Fortune Magazine.
Tune in as we chat with Komal about:
Her journey through adversity and how she found her purpose
The most common limiting beliefs people hold
3 research-backed ways to build confidence (and why we should all re-watch Legally Blonde)
How to pursue success while maintaining your health and wellbeing
Tips for setting boundaries at work
Cultivating resilience during difficult times
How to find your purpose
Designing a life with balance
We hope this episode helps inspire you to relentlessly pursue your full potential, protect your wellbeing as you own your success, and believe in your damn self!
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Episode 81: Asking For A Friend: How Do I Move My Life Somewhere New?
Welcome back to our AMA episode series, Asking For A Friend, where we tackle your biggest questions and deep dive into our own personal experiences and expertise.
So many of us have daydreamed about moving somewhere new. And since the pandemic opened the doors to remote work and afforded us new freedoms in work and life, it's no wonder that people are considering making that leap. But whether you’re thinking of moving to a new city, a different state/province, or a whole new country, there’s a lot to consider. Luckily, Cailyn is our very own in-house expert on this, as she just uprooted from Toronto to Vancouver for a fresh start on the West coast.
Welcome back to our AMA episode series, Asking For A Friend, where we tackle your biggest questions and deep dive into our own personal experiences and expertise.
So many of us have daydreamed about moving somewhere new. And since the pandemic opened the doors to remote work and afforded us new freedoms in work and life, it's no wonder that people are considering making that leap. But whether you’re thinking of moving to a new city, a different state/province, or a whole new country, there’s a lot to consider. Luckily, Cailyn is our very own in-house expert on this, as she just uprooted from Toronto to Vancouver for a fresh start on the West coast.
From deciding where and when to go, to the emotional impacts and logistical surprises, we’re grilling Cailyn on what it’s like to move somewhere new so you have the full scoop before taking off.
Tune in as we chat about:
Deciding where you should go and if you’re *actually* ready to move
Honouring your values and hobbies wherever you go
Making sure you’re financially prepared
The logistics of moving and setting up your new life
Tips for packing and making the move easier
Emotionally preparing for a big change
Why TikTok and IG are the best travel guides
The importance of saying yes to new experiences and people
If you have any burning questions and want to get us in the hot seat, DM or email us your Qs at contact@teachmehowtoadult.ca and we’ll dive into them in an upcoming tell-all.
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Episode 80: How To Find Yourself After A Big Life Change
It’s true what they say: Change is the only constant. From parenthood to career pivots, big moves to breakups, big changes are unavoidable, but they can leave us feeling lost and totally destabilized.
So in this week’s quickie we’re diving into life’s big transitions, and how to find ourselves (maybe even a more evolved version of ourselves) on the other side. Every change is a chance to recalibrate, so let’s get comfortable with being uncomfortable, and figure out how to come back to yourself when you’re finally through the turbulence.
It’s true what they say: Change is the only constant. From parenthood to career pivots, big moves to breakups, big changes are unavoidable, but they can leave us feeling lost and totally destabilized.
So in this week’s quickie we’re diving into life’s big transitions, and how to find ourselves (maybe even a more evolved version of ourselves) on the other side. Every change is a chance to recalibrate, so let’s get comfortable with being uncomfortable, and figure out how to come back to yourself when you’re finally through the turbulence.
Tune in as we chat about:
Leveraging change into growth opportunities
Cailyn’s big transition into motherhood
Taking time to grieve your old life
How to visualize a new chapter
Creating an action plan to help you get back to yourself
Finding joy and romanticizing your life
The importance of hobbies and passions
Easy ways to shake up your life when you’re stuck
We hope this episode helps you on your journey to finding yourself again. You’ve got this.
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Episode 79: How To be More Honest
The one where Cailyn and Gill get realll honest about honesty… and it’s a juicy, therapeutic and vulnerable ride. Because let’s be honest: It isn’t always easy to tell the truth — to ourselves or to others.
Whether you’re struggling to have honest conversations, to admit the truth (to yourself or others), or you tend to hide things that are uncomfortable, it’s true what they say: The truth will set you free, and allow you to live your life unapologetically.
The one where Cailyn and Gill get realll honest about honesty… and it’s a juicy, therapeutic and vulnerable ride. Because let’s be honest: It isn’t always easy to tell the truth — to ourselves or to others.
Whether you’re struggling to have honest conversations, to admit the truth (to yourself or others), or you tend to hide things that are uncomfortable, it’s true what they say: The truth will set you free, and allow you to live your life unapologetically.
This week we’re diving into our own journeys with honesty, how fear and shame can hold us back, how figuring out who you really are will help you live more honestly, and when it might be okay to tell a little fib. Buckle up, because we’re going deep.
Tune in as we chat about:
Different kinds of lies and the toll they take on our health
The motivations behind being dishonest
How being honest with ourselves is the first step
Owning who you are and what you really want
How shame and fear influence honesty
Accepting that you won’t have the answer to everything
The freeing benefits of radical honesty
When it’s appropriate to tell a white lie
We hope this episode helps you get real with yourself, who you are and how you feel, for a freer, more connected life!
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Asking For A Friend: How Do I Pursue A Freelance Career?
Welcome to our first ever Asking For A Friend episode series, where we tackle your biggest questions and deep dive into our own personal experiences and expertise.
We’re kicking it off with a Q&A with Gill, all about how she pursued a career as a freelancer. With The Great Resignation and more demand for flexibility and remote work, working on contract has never been more popular (#youwontbreakmysoul).
Welcome to our first ever Asking For A Friend episode series, where we tackle your biggest questions and deep dive into our own personal experiences and expertise.
We’re kicking it off with a Q&A with Gill, all about how she pursued a career as a freelancer. With The Great Resignation and more demand for flexibility and remote work, working on contract has never been more popular (#youwontbreakmysoul).
A third of Americans are gig workers, and 13% of Canadians are freelancers, but it can be tough knowing how to start, how to pitch your services, and how to price your work.
Whether you want to quit corporate and be your own boss, or start a side hustle to earn some extra cash, this is your guide to networking, building a portfolio, and finding balance amidst the crazy workload.
Tune in as we chat about:
How Gill started her freelance career
The importance of building a strong network
How to price your services and set income goals
Figuring out what marketable skills you can offer
Balancing multiple clients, scarcity mindset and avoiding burnout
The pros and cons for going freelance
Why building routine and consistency are key
DM us if you have any burning questions that you’re Asking For A Friend, and we’ll dive into them in our next Q&A!
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Episode 77: How To Hack Your Motivation
Is it just us, or does September always feel like a mini New Year? That nostalgic back-to-school energy makes it the perfect month to refresh your routine, set new goals, and start going after the life you want.
But TBH, it can be really hard to find the motivation to do alllll of the things. So in today’s Quickie, we’re cracking the code to hacking your motivation and finding the drive to get sh*t done. Spoiler: motivation doesn’t magically appear, it’s all about building goals and habits that move you forward each day.
Is it just us, or does September always feel like a mini New Year? That nostalgic back-to-school energy makes it the perfect month to refresh your routine, set new goals, and start going after the life you want.
But TBH, it can be really hard to find the motivation to do alllll of the things. So in today’s Quickie, we’re cracking the code to hacking your motivation and finding the drive to get sh*t done. Spoiler: motivation doesn’t magically appear, it’s all about building goals and habits that move you forward each day!
So let’s get after it! Join us as we chat:
Why motivation is a fallacy
How dopamine motivates you & how to hack it
Why you should start tracking your wins
Visualizing the person you want to be
Using small wins to fuel your reward cycle
Saying byeee to negative self-talk
How to surround yourself with people who inspire you
We hope this episode helps you gather the motivation you need to go out and achieve all your goals!
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Episode 76: Teach Me How To Land My Next Job, Prep For Interviews and Crush Applications, with Emily The Recruiter
Welcome back to Season 2 of Teach Me How To Adult! It feels like *everyone* is low-key on the job hunt right now, and it can be hella overwhelming to navigate the application process, craft the perfect resume and LinkedIn, slay your interview and negotiate the salary you deserve.
But don’t worry, we got you. We called in Talent Attraction expert, career coach, and your recruitment big sister, Emily Durham, aka Emily The Recruiter. Job hunting shouldn’t be a full-time job, and Emily breaks down everything that actually matters in the application process, how to answer the tough questions, and how to make a winning impression.
Welcome back to Season 2 of Teach Me How To Adult! It feels like *everyone* is low-key on the job hunt right now, and it can be hella overwhelming to navigate the application process, craft the perfect resume and LinkedIn, slay your interview and negotiate the salary you deserve.
But don’t worry, we got you. We called in Talent Attraction expert, career coach, and your recruitment big sister, Emily Durham, aka Emily The Recruiter. Job hunting shouldn’t be a full-time job, and Emily breaks down everything that actually matters in the application process, how to answer the tough questions, and how to make a winning impression.
Emily is a senior recruiter at a major software company, but you may know her from her killer podcast, The Straight Shooter Recruiter, or from her TikTok and Instagram @emily.the.recuiter where she reaches over 2 million people with her helpful and relatable career advice.
Join us as we chat about:
Resume and cover letter best practices
Hacks for optimizing your LinkedIn
How to actually get your job application noticed
The right way to network within a company you’re interested in
Navigating salary expectations and negotiations
The key to standing out in a job interview
How to answer the toughest and most common interview Qs
We hope this episode empowers you to apply for that role you’ve had your eye on and crush the entire interview process with confidence. You’ve got this!
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Episode 75: Teach Me How To Build Resilience and Master My Mindset, with Leisse Wilcox | Summer Rewind
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
Change and adversity are the only constant in this life, and if this year has taught us anything, it’s that the more you focus on building a solid foundation within yourself, the more external chaos you can handle.
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
It feels like change and adversity are the only constant in this life, and if this year has taught us anything, it’s that the more you focus on building a solid foundation within yourself, the more external chaos you can handle.
Shifting our mindsets, perception and reactions is far from easy, but that’s the key to healthily recovering from turmoil and trauma. So, we called in mindset and success coach Leisse Wilcox to teach us everything we need to know about how to cultivate mental resilience and turn whatever life throws at you into a beautiful story.
And Liesse is not just your average coach. She is a coveted mindset coach, podcast host, AND bestselling author, who is changing the global conversation on emotional health & wellness. She literally wrote the book on turning adversity into opportunities for growth, joy and beauty.
Listen to our chat with Liesse to learn more about:
Our tools for bouncing back from adversity
Why your mindset matters
The meaning of emotional alchemy (turning the dark and heavy pieces of your life into something beautiful and light)
Leisse’s 10 steps to cultivating emotional alchemy
How to avoid toxic positivity and *actually* deal with your sh*t
Ways to process and feel your feelings
How to make a difficult life change with grit and grace
The importance of staying in the present moment and “zooming out”
Why gratitude is the key to mindset
We hope this episode helps you center yourself and find grace in these ~unprecedented~ times.
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Episode 74: Teach Me How To Crush My Workouts and Level Up My Fitness, with Beverley Cheng | Summer Rewind
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
If you’ve been thinking about getting back into your health and fitness routine (especially while we’re stuck at home), we got you. In episode 9, we sat down with fitness coach and founder of Born To Sweat, Beverley Cheng, to learn about motivation tips, how to set realistic goals, how to track your progress, proper form for weight room power moves, and three things you can start doing TODAY to live a healthier life (spoiler alert: we need to start drinking water).
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
If you’ve been thinking about getting back into your health and fitness routine (especially while we’re stuck at home), we got you. In episode 9, we sat down with fitness coach and founder of Born To Sweat, Beverley Cheng, to learn about motivation tips, how to set realistic goals, how to track your progress, proper form for weight room power moves, and three things you can start doing TODAY to live a healthier life (spoiler alert: we need to start drinking water).
Beverley is the brains (and brawn) behind Borntosweat.co which serves up fitness, health, recipe and wellness content. She hosts epic fitness retreats, runs a 1:1 coaching program and a variety of workout programs, and she has her own clothing apparel line! Prepare to get super fired up and inspired.
Join us as we discuss:
How to find a routine you'll actually to stick to
The importance of a positive mindset
How to create solid habits and schedules
Finding motivation and staying on track
Overcoming anxiety in the gym
How to set realistic goals
The best way to track progress
We hope this episode helps you find balance and hone your fitness goals.
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Episode 73: Teach Me How Beat Burnout And Find Balance| Summer Rewind
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
One of the things we’ve been hearing most for the last while (outside of “unprecedented times” and “You’re on mute!”) is that our friends and families are feeling hella burnt out right now.
And even though our lives have slowed down and become more minimal in some ways, life is picking back up again and there’s a lot more stress, expectation and pressure overall.
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
One of the things we’ve been hearing most for the last while (outside of “unprecedented times” and “You’re on mute!”) is that our friends and families are feeling hella burnt out right now.
And even though our lives have slowed down and become more minimal in some ways, life is picking back up again and there’s a lot more stress, expectation and pressure overall.
Listen along as we dive into:
What burnout really means
The signs you might be burnt out
Why we’re all feeling it more than ever
How social media can contribute to burnout
How boundaries can help you take back control of your time, energy & wellbeing
The importance of prioritizing sleep and wellness
Why you need to slow down and ask for help when you need it
Mastering your mindset and re-thinking how you measure success
How to fall in love with your life again and find joy everyday
Incorporating self-care daily, and not just on #selfcaresunday
Knowing when it’s time to say “thank you, next!” to your job
We hope this episode helps you prevent or recover from burnout, because you are more than your job and productivity, and you deserve a balanced life. Sending you all lots of love.
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Episode 72: Teach Me How To Love My Body And Cultivate Confidence, with Roxy Earle | Summer Rewind
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
Summer can be a very triggering time for a lot of people when it comes to body image and insecurities. We polled you guys on Instagram about how you’re feeling in terms of confidence and self-acceptance, and we learned that we’re definitely not alone in this feeling. 76% of you said that summer triggers your insecurities, while 77% of you are feeling anxious about re-emerging from lockdowns with all the physical and mental changes we’ve undergone. 91% of you said that you struggle with negative self-talk, and we feel you...we can all be our own worst critics and bullies.
For the rest of the summer, we’re doing a Summer Rewind, re-releasing some of our must-listen episodes as we ramp up to the launch of season two. See you in September friends!
Summer can be a very triggering time for a lot of people when it comes to body image and insecurities. We polled you guys on Instagram about how you’re feeling in terms of confidence and self-acceptance, and we learned that we’re definitely not alone in this feeling. 76% of you said that summer triggers your insecurities, while 77% of you are feeling anxious about re-emerging from lockdowns with all the physical and mental changes we’ve undergone. 91% of you said that you struggle with negative self-talk, and we feel you...we can all be our own worst critics and bullies.
That’s why we called in body positivity activist and the Queen of confidence, Roxy Earle. We’re on a mission to help everyone (including ourselves) positively develop the single most important relationship we’ll ever have — our relationship with ourselves. And that requires unconditional self-love, compassion, gratitude and some helpful tools to get us out of negative spirals when we’re struggling with our self-esteem or body image.
Roxy is a former marketing professional turned model, entrepreneur, body positivity activist and a star on Real Housewives of Toronto. She started the #MySizeRox movement, which advocates that confidence comes in all shapes and sizes. She’s worked with brands like Knix, H&M, Le Chateau and Joe Fresh to bring more inclusive sizing and styles to their stores, and is launching the Ana App, which is a tool to increase positivity & confidence while also optimizing your health.
Join us as we chat about:
Gill’s mindset shift for dealing with negative spirals, finding pride and respect in herself, and abandoning clothing sizes
Cailyn’s newfound outlook on self-love & body image as a soon-to-be mom
The moment that inspired Roxy to start the #MySizeRoxs movement
How confidence became her secret sauce and how to cultivate it (hint: it’s not genetic, it’s accountability!)
Roxy’s tips for practicing positive self-talk and self-love daily
Why Roxy is advocating for inclusivity and representation in the fashion industry
How a gratitude practice can help you combat insecurities and change your life
Why filters and body contouring apps are unattainable, exhausting and quite honestly...boring!
The mindset shift to have a healthier relationship with your body
The importance of practicing and modelling self-love as a parent
The #1 tip for looking and feeling your best in photos
We hope this episode inspires you to wear the damn shorts this summer and to start loving yourself unconditionally. You deserve it. And if you need any support on your self-love journey, we’re here for you.
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Episode 71: Teach Me How to Recession-Proof My Finances and Navigate Inflation and Interest Rates, with Nicole Victoria of No Budget Babe
As if adulting wasn’t hard enough already, we’re now facing the realities of rising interest rates, skyrocketing inflation, mass layoffs and a looming recession. Anyone else need a drink? So this week’s episode is all about how to recession-proof our finances, because economic instability is upon us, whether we like it or not.
There is A LOT to learn when it comes to protecting your nest egg, winning in an unstable stock market, and multiplying your revenue streams, so we brought in financial expert Nicole Victoria AKA No Budget Babe, to teach us how to take control of our finances.
As if adulting wasn’t hard enough already, we’re now facing the realities of rising interest rates, skyrocketing inflation, mass layoffs and a looming recession. Anyone else need a drink? So this week’s episode is all about how to recession-proof our finances, because economic instability is upon us, whether we like it or not.
There is A LOT to learn when it comes to protecting your nest egg, winning in an unstable stock market, and multiplying your revenue streams, so we brought in financial expert Nicole Victoria AKA No Budget Babe, to teach us how to take control of our finances. Nicole is a CEO, money coach and financial literacy advocate who specializes in helping millennial and gen-z women effortlessly manage their money and build bank accounts that never stop growing. So grab a glass (or a bottle—economies of scale!) of wine, and get ready to set yourself up for financial success.
Join us as we chat about:
What to do with your investments during a recession
The history of stock market crashes and bear markets
The do’s and don’ts of making an emergency fund
How to manage your debt
Ways to start generating passive income
Tips for bringing your fixed costs down and negotiating bills like a pro
The pros and cons of entering the real estate market right now
We hope this episode inspires you to start (or continue) to build your nest egg and invest your money so that you’re set up for success no matter what this crazy economy throws at you!
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Episode 69: How To Ethically Consume Media (and Learn From the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard Trial), with The Reheat
Is anyone else feeling uneasy after that non-stop barrage of media coverage from the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial? 🙋♀️Social media has given everyone a platform to share their opinions, but the deeper we get into these hot button topics, the harder it gets to tell fact from fiction and avoid the trolls #fakenews.
So this week we called in Sadaf Ahsan and Sarah Sahagian from Frequency Podcast Network’s The Reheat, to get their expert advice on ethical media consumption and how to navigate the news with accuracy.
Is anyone else feeling uneasy after that non-stop barrage of media coverage from the Johnny Depp and Amber Heard trial? 🙋♀️Social media has given everyone a platform to share their opinions, but the deeper we get into these hot button topics, the harder it gets to tell fact from fiction and avoid the trolls #fakenews.
These pop culture controversies are all too quickly becoming passive entertainment for the masses and engagement drivers for creators, and we’re starting to worry about the real-life consequences of the media craze. So this week we called in Sadaf Ahsan and Sarah Sahagian from Frequency Podcast Network’s The Reheat, to get their expert advice on ethical media consumption and how to navigate the news with accuracy.
On The Reheat, Sadaf and Sarah reexamine the biggest celebrity scandals of the past, but with an educational twist - picture if a Gender Studies Class and your favourite gossip blog had a baby. So take a break from doom scrolling, because we’re about to get a reality check on why the way we consume media matters.
Join us as we chat about:
How to take a more conscious role in how we consume stories on social media
The role we play in fact-checking our own news feeds
Sadaf & Sarah’s best sources for trending news and pop culture
The meme-ification of complicated celebrity moments
We hope that this episode helps you re-examine the way you consume your media and help you decipher fact from fiction a little easier!
Follow Sadaf: @sadafahsan
Follow Sarah: @sarahsahagian
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Episode 68: How To Organize And Declutter My Space, with Megan Golightly
Spring has sprung and we are in full swing cleaning mode, but this year we decided to take it one step further and get *Monica clean* by learning how to properly declutter and organize our homes (and our lives), and the psychology behind our belongings.
It’s time to say goodbye to those cluttered closets because while you may not realize it – living amongst disorder can have a really negative impact on your life. Think about all of the unnecessary time and energy you waste trying to find your keys or that important document you needed. Or the pile of aspirational items that make you feel bad about yourself.
Spring has sprung and we are in full swing cleaning mode, but this year we decided to take it one step further and get *Monica clean* by learning how to properly declutter and organize our homes (and our lives), and the psychology behind our belongings.
It’s time to say goodbye to those cluttered closets because while you may not realize it – living amongst disorder can have a really negative impact on your life. Think about all of the unnecessary time and energy you waste trying to find your keys or that important document you needed. Or the pile of aspirational items that make you feel bad about yourself.
So this week we are joined by Megan Golightly, a professional home organizer and founder of Calgary-based business, Go-Simplified, which helps people organize, pack and unpack their homes. Megan blends her degree in psychology and passion for neuroscience research with practical organization strategies. Her goal is to help everyone feel at ease in their homes and remove any negative feelings and thoughts they have about their clutter, themselves, and their spaces.
Join us as we chat about:
The neuroscience behind decluttering and organization
Why clutter happens in the first place
The difference between organizing, decluttering, tidying and cleaning
How to learn to let go of sentimental items
Why holding onto things out of financial or environmental guilt can cost you
Top 3 things someone should do when tackling a room in their home
Megan’s secret-sauce product recommendations for organizing
How to deal with a partner/roommate who isn’t as organized as you are
We hope this episode helps you feel empowered to organize your life and declutter the things that no longer serve you. You got this!
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Episode 67: How To Protect Yourself Online
Let’s be honest, according to our phone’s screen time reports, we’re all spending a helluva lot of time online. And whether you’re logging on for business or pleasure, there are a lot of risks online that can be so financially or personally devastating.
But don’t worry friends, we’ve got you covered this week with tips for keeping your identity, your cashmoney, your sensitive photos, and everything else safe online from all the Anna Sorokin and Tinder Swindlers out there.
This episode is sponsored by Telus Online Security
Let’s be honest, according to our phone’s screen time reports, we’re all spending a helluva lot of time online. And whether you’re logging on for business or pleasure, there are a lot of risks online that can be so financially or personally devastating.
But don’t worry friends, we’ve got you covered this week with tips for keeping your identity, your cashmoney, your sensitive photos, and everything else safe online from all the Anna Sorokin and Tinder Swindlers out there.
Join us as we chat about:
Protecting yourself from leaked photos and phone hacks
How to avoid getting catfished on dating apps
Protecting your personal identity/banking info online
How to make a smart password
The benefits of an online security protection plan
The most common fraud calls/emails you can fall victim to
Keeping your mental health safe by avoiding trolls and cyberbullies
We hope this episode helps empower you to protect yourself online! Special thanks to Telus Online Security for sponsoring today’s episode! Check out TELUS Online Security, powered by Norton — Canada's most comprehensive, all-in-one protection for your devices, online privacy, and identity, starting from just $10 per month.
Learn more at Telus.com/onlinesecurity. Conditions apply.
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Episode 66: How To Ditch Toxic Positivity and Feel for Real, with Psychotherapist Whitney Goodman
Unpopular opinion: It’s NOT always healthy to find the silver lining in everything. Some things just suck, and we don’t always need to look on the bright side, at the expense of *actually* processing hard feelings.
Our culture is obsessed with a “good vibes only,” and “everything happens for a reason” state of mind that makes us feel like we’re failing if we’re not happy 100% of the time. Trying to see the positive isn’t always positive, sometimes shit happens that doesn’t make us stronger, and we’re ready to break up with toxic positivity so we can fully experience our emotions AND our loved ones’ feelings. (Because nothing is worse than platitudes.)
Unpopular opinion: It’s NOT always healthy to find the silver lining in everything. Some things just suck, and we don’t always need to look on the bright side, at the expense of *actually* processing hard feelings.
Our culture is obsessed with a “good vibes only,” and “everything happens for a reason” state of mind that makes us feel like we’re failing if we’re not happy 100% of the time. Trying to see the positive isn’t always positive, sometimes shit happens that doesn’t make us stronger, and we’re ready to break up with toxic positivity so we can fully experience our emotions AND our loved ones’ feelings. (Because nothing is worse than platitudes.)
So this week we called in author and psychotherapist, Whitney Goodman, to help us ditch toxic positivity and get real with our emotions. Whitney is the author of the book Toxic Positivity, a columnist for Psychology Today and appears regularly in publications like The New York Times and Teen Vogue.
No one should have to pretend that everything’s ok when it isn’t, so if you’re looking for some validation, you’ve come to the right place!
Join us as we chat about:
The signs of toxic positivity and why it gets in the way of your healing
Finding the balance between optimism, negativity and toxic positivity
How to deal with friends and family who dismiss your struggles
The productive VS annoying way to complain
The impact of social media on toxic positivity
How to show up for others in a supportive way
We hope this episode helps you deal with your shit and feel all of your very valid feelings.
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Toxic Positivity: Keeping It Real in a World Obsessed with Being Happy
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Episode 65: How To Hack Your Memory And Clear Brain Fog
We all know that the years start coming and they don’t stop coming, but we’re starting to have trouble remembering them. Our memories are an essential part of who we are and this week we learned there’s A LOT that can impact our ability to remember the good old days (or just that person’s name we met five minutes ago, tbh).
If you’ve been feeling some brain fog lately you’re not alone — surprisingly, there’s a lot that goes into maintaining our memory, especially when a global health crisis cuts off the stimulation our minds need to stay sharp.
But we’re diving into hacking our brainwaves and training our minds so that we can actually remember all the things we need to do today. May the odds be ever in our favour!
We all know that the years start coming and they don’t stop coming, but we’re starting to have trouble remembering them. Our memories are an essential part of who we are and this week we learned there’s A LOT that can impact our ability to remember the good old days (or just that person’s name we met five minutes ago, tbh).
If you’ve been feeling some brain fog lately you’re not alone — surprisingly, there’s a lot that goes into maintaining our memory, especially when a global health crisis cuts off the stimulation our minds need to stay sharp.
But we’re diving into hacking our brainwaves and training our minds so that we can actually remember all the things we need to do today. May the odds be ever in our favour!
Join us as we chat about:
The three pillars of memory maintenance
How to stimulate both sides of your brain
The impact of staying physically and mentally active
Why sleep rules everything
How managing stress and anxiety can strengthen memory (and why we blackout when stressed)
Quick memory hacks to help you stay sharp
We hope this is an episode you won’t forget!
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Episode 64: How To Own Your Orgasms And Pleasure
Friends, this week’s episode is a juicyyy one! We sat down with sex coach and educator Portia Brown to chat all things orgasms and how to take control of your own pleasure. Because there’s an embarrassing amount we don’t know about our own sexual physiology, and we’re SO ready to take self-care to the next level by creating a pleasure practice that helps us tune into our body and mind.
Friends, this week’s episode is a juicyyy one! We sat down with sex coach and educator Portia Brown to chat all things orgasms and how to take control of your own pleasure. Because there’s an embarrassing amount we don’t know about our own sexual physiology, and we’re SO ready to take self-care to the next level by creating a pleasure practice that helps us tune into our body and mind.
This is such an inspiring conversation that is guaranteed to help you take control of your orgasms and incorporate pleasure (in its many forms, as we learned) into your daily routine.
Because you deserve alllllll the O’s, and they don’t have to be elusive.
Portia is the founder of Froetic Sexology, a website, social media platform and coaching practice that helps women find their power through pleasure. Her expansive sex coaching methods help women tap into mindfulness and ritual to help them reconnect with themselves. She’s been featured in Cosmopolitan Magazine, Glamour UK, and podcasts such as “Doing It” with Hannah Witton, and “Am I Making You Uncomfortable” from Huffington Post.
Join us as we chat about:
How to create your own pleasure practise
The different ways to achieve your big O
Tips for orgasming with a partner
Breaking through your own mental/physical barriers
How breathwork can enhance pleasure
How orgasms *actually* feel
Fun ways to initiate sex
Gaining confidence in the bedroom
We hope this episode inspires you to maximize your pleasure and prioritize YOU.
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I’ve been hitting a ceiling with my upper limits lately — in love, business, and life decisions, limiting beliefs and self-sabotage have been showing all the way up. So I revisited this episode with Lori Harder, and it was a powerful reminder of how to get out of my own way… it felt right to throw it back to this top-performing episode today for anyone who needs to hear this.