SnackySays featuring Joddie Taylor

In this episode, I am sharing how one index card got me to finally get things done! Specifically, a bunch of things I needed/wanted to buy but never made a priority. Creating a running list kept each item on my radar. And I finally made things like renewing my passport a priority. Shout out to my small and mighty index card! SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/index-card-magic#details...

In this episode, I am chatting about how I manage annual subscriptions & memberships. SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/3-benefits-of-annual-memberships#details MENTIONED: * Kristina Yu | Cheery Human Studios Membership * Annual Memberships & Subscriptions Tracker | SnackySays Etsy Shop * Millionaire Hoy | Over 3,000 at-home workouts! * Sara Beth Yoga | Best online yoga classes (for...

In this short and sweet episode, I am chatting about trying something new to you! You could have a natural hidden talent! If not, practice makes progress as Millionaire Hoy always says. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain! SHOW NOTES LINKS : https://joddie.substack.com/p/try-something-new-to-you#details RELATED on SnackySays * DO | Take action on whatever you've been needing or wanting...

In this episode, I’m chatting about my recent favs AND Founding Members of Joddie’s Substack . LINKS TO SHOW NOTES: https://joddie.substack.com/p/recent-favs-march-2023#details Founding Members Last week, SnackySays subscribers received a Founding Members/Paid Subscribers Thank You and Welcome email. Though the preview only seemed to include the graphics. So ICYMI, here’s the intro: “Yay! Thanks s...

In this episode, I’m chatting about some temporary tradeoffs that I’ve made on my fitness journey. The idea of utilizing temporary tradeoffs can be applied to any goal, not just fitness. Show Notes Links: https://joddie.substack.com/p/temporary-tradeoffs#details Related: STORYTIME: My Health & Fitness Journey https://joddie.substack.com/p/storytime-my-health-and-fitness-journey-453#details 4 ways...

It’s been almost two years since I decided to take a social media “break”. What’s changed since then? In this episode, I share the two social media apps on my phone now and my current social media interactions. SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/2023-update-social-media-break#details MENTIONED: * Considering Taking a Social Media Break (2021)- SnackySays Blog * Joddie Taylor YouTube S...

In this episode, I am sharing a story that illustrates why you might want to say hello to your neighbors! I learned this the hard way. You never know when you’ll need a helping hand. LOL. You can also listen to this episode here: https://joddie.substack.com/p/storytime-maybe-say-hello#details 4 ways that YOU can help support my content creation: * Share the SnackySays Newsletter with a friend or t...

In this episode, I am chatting about a sound I loved: my Dad’s laughter. And how I’m still striving to be a great storyteller like my parents. SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/gifts-that-keep-on-giving#details Gifts that my parents gave me: * A great sense of humor * My first abs routine that I still do it this day 🤣 Thanks, Mom and Dad ❤️ MENTIONED: July 2021 - SnackySays Newslett...

In this episode, I’m ranting about missing processed foods. SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/rant-processed-foods-that-i-miss#details MENTIONED: * Charcuterie Board Night * Popeye’s Lent Fish Sandwich * Social Omnivore | Bon Appetit RELATED: * On Eating: Do What’s FUN & Works for You NOW - SnackySays Podcast * Eat the Cake - SnackySays Podcast * All Day Vegan | Over 100 Easy Plant-B...

In this episode, I’m sharing five things that I have been wondering about recently. What are you wondering about today? LET'S CONNECT! - https://joddie.substack.com/ SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/5-things-im-wondering-about#details 5 Things: I’m Wondering About 1. Why am I so hungry lately? 2. Why do so many Chinese & Korean dramas (that I’ve seen) have rushed endings? 3. The pai...

In this episode, I am sharing four of my fav things: SHOW NOTES LINKS ➡️ https://joddie.substack.com/p/recent-favs#details * Mac Lip Gloss in High Drama * NYX Lip Gloss in Lava Cake * Jana Banana Bar * Lucia Heffernan’s Etsy Shop - Early Bird is one of five prints that I recently purchased from her shop. Related: BEST OF: November 2022 - SnackySays Podcast 4 ways that YOU can help support my conte...

In this episode, I share why I am not setting New Year/Annual goals this year. Hint: After about five years of goal setting and personal development 24/7...I am burnt out. Stick a fork in me. I'm done! Mentioned in this episode: SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/storytime-goal-setting-burnout#details O n the Cusp of Greatness or Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop? - SnackySays Podcas...

In this episode, I am sharing how addressing a medical condition and stress helped me reach my current fitness level. Hint: I am in the best shape of my life. Often, we think if we work out or change our diet that might best help of achieve our fitness goals. Sometimes, we really need to address other issues first such as sleep, stress, medical conditions, and our atmosphere. Have you had a simila...

In this episode, I am chatting about my current weight maintenance journey. It's been six months since I lost 30 pounds. I'm sharing how things are going and how I am learning to maintain my weight. Mentioned in this Episode: SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/sos-maintenance#details Looking for some weight loss/weight maintenance motivation? Check out some of my OG favs as well as so...

In this super short and sweet episode, I encourage you to "eat the cake and enjoy it, too!". Fitness goals are great and also just one part of our lives. Enjoy the cake your Mom made or the dinner your Dad poured his heart into! Go out to dinner with your Roomie or Besties and live it up!  Mentioned in this Episode: Merry Fitmas and Happy Fit Year!!   https://youtu.be/vPZ5Ti5TQKI No matter when yo...

Have you ever done a 30 Days Abs Challenge? I just recently completed a 30-day Abs Workout Challenge! Listen in to see how it went.  SHOW NOTES LINKS : https://joddie.substack.com/p/core-work-30-day-abs-challenge-082#details Takeaways 1. After 30 days my abs pretty much looked the same BUT BUT BUT BUT I'm definitely stronger and can now do abs moves that I couldn't before. 2. In order to progress,...

In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on gossiping and what first got me thinking about this years ago. Also mentioned in this episode: 1. Gossiping can serve as entertainment and a distraction. And it can be malicious.  2. Consider doing a mini-challenge where you don't gossip for a day or more. Or perhaps, forego gossiping during three phone calls in a row. I cover a lot more in this episode...

True story. This episode tells the story of when I pulled a card during Game Night. The card said something like 10 years from now, you're standing at your window. What do you see? A. City Skyline B. Mountains C. Ocean D. Desert Which one would you pick? The one that I chose surprised me at the time. But I could not have been more right. #nailedit SHOW NOTES LINK:   https://joddie.substack.com/p/f...

In this three-minute episode, I am sharing 3 things I wish I had known before starting my fitness journey. Be prepared to fail & embrace it. Keep it breezy/be flexible. We don't want any hostages. Have fun! Community/Accountability Buddy or Buddies SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/3-things-i-wish-i-had-known-before-ad4#details "How to" fitness videos - that inspire me to get/stay fi...

In this episode, I am sharing the "Best" experiences/products that I have been loving lately: Tree Hut Pumpkin Spice Latte Shea Sugar Scrub Great American Restaurants Rani Ginger Garlic Paste Beextravegant YouTube Channel Feel Great Lose Weight by Dr. Rangan Chatterjee Titan Deep Freeze Lunchbox If you haven't already please subscribe to my SnackySays newsletter!   Let's Connect! You can email me...

In this episode, I am sharing three things that I've observed in my life. They are not in order of importance and aren't exactly related to each other. That said, I hope that they resonate with you in some way! 1. Pack more underwear than you think you need (Edit: just walk with an extra pair of underwear) 2. Sometimes, being right is worse than being wrong. 3. Be careful with your words (You're c...

When should you quit? I talk a lot about perseverance but today we're on the other side of the spectrum! Today, I am talking about quitting and more to the point, listening to YOUR INSTINCTS.  QUITTING YOUR... relationship, job, friendship, town, or even a conversation! I promise you, your gut feelings will never let you down. Your instincts are YOUR WAY of taking care of yourself.  In this episod...

Challenge time! This is YOUR sign to start a podcast! In this episode, I share my experience with creating and publishing THIS podcast! Press play to hear about how I got started and my no-muss, no-fuss approach to podcasting.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 5 Tip Friday Money Nerds Podcast with Whitney Hansen Piece of Cake Podcasting Online Course Planner Girl Insiders - Virtual Group Membership for...

Do you have a food label for yourself? Like a vegetarian, pescatarian, etc., Prior to the last year, this is something that I put zero thought into but now...The more I add to (and take away) from what I consume the more angst I feel about my "food label". SHOW NOTES LINKS: https://joddie.substack.com/p/angst-food-labels-365#details Lately, it's been a drag to eat out socially and find yummy foods...

1. Do Modifications - No shame! (I've been known to do modifications throughout ENTIRE workouts)  2. Progressions are good (Know thyself - know when it's time to progress to the next level of a movement or workout routine) 3. You're probably better at advanced moves than you think (so mix it up sometimes and try em) 4. Modify the modifications AS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Jordan Yeoh Holiday Worko...