Whiskey and Lemon

Angie joins the conversation to discuss what it is like working with Carissa at LV Plant Collective, and how her experience as a former small business owner shapes her view of it now. We get to learn a bit about how Carissa & Angie present themselves and social media, and which one is an open book. The ladies discuss how they have similar backgrounds and what led them to begin working together...

Carissa is back with us to discuss her transition from running her shop on her own to allowing someone else to step in and assist. Listen now wherever you consume podcasts and stay tuned for part 3 of this spring series! Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! LV Plant Collective’s Instagram: instagram.com/lvplantcollective Pod...

Carissa joins us to kick off the 4-episode spring series by breaking down what it was like to open her shop, LV Plant Collective, while the world was on lockdown. We hear about her creative ideas pre-shop, the one Instagram post that changed everything for her, and what initially fed her love for plants. Stay tuned for the entire series as we welcome spring with a discussion blend of small busines...

We are back to answer more listener questions regarding various types of breakups. What are the most healthy ways to navigate a friendship breakup and how can we deal with unmet expectations within our family? What can we do to eliminate guilt when we are the ones pulling the plug on a relationship? And how can we relate friendship categories to this discussion? Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanam...

This week’s episode is all about breakups in a variety of relationships — romantic, familial, platonic, and professional. Lana is back with another Q&A to discuss how to move on from a romantic relationship and how to create & maintain healthy boundaries among relatives you want to keep your distance from. What are the many issues that come along with ghosting? Is making a decision out of...

Lana continues to share a few mindful things that helped her adapt to living in a new place. It’s important to remember to manage your expectations and emotions; keep in mind that what you experienced on a quick trip isn’t going to be the same when you become a resident. Remember that throughout this process, you cannot remove all negativity from your life — there will still be annoying people and...

Lana relocated and is sharing all about her experience over the past month. She talks about how certain articles of furniture could do fine in a place you are ready to leave behind but don’t work at all in a new space. She discusses the different types of cleaning, and how the entire process can be therapeutic for her. We will also receive a few examples of how an old building can be detrimental t...

Lana is joined by nutritionist and health practitioner, Maria Viall. The ladies talk about everything nutrition, common misconceptions, and if diets are actually sustainable. Maria breaks down what drove her to pursue a career in the wellness industry and why certain methods we are using to try to get healthier may not be working. They discuss how food should & should not be viewed, and how ou...

Lana sits down with Sarah to discuss how our inner child constructs our attachment style. They unpack all of the ways in which we develop our attachment theories, demonstrate them in our relationships — whether it be romantic, familial, friendly, professional, or societal. We hear our we can easily transform into a different attachment style based on the people that we are interacting with. What a...

Lana joins Allana on Instagram Live to discuss the nuances in compatibility vs healthy compromise. We discuss the meaning of both facets, if they are learned skills, and how to cultivate a healthy relationship while also ensuring that you aren’t losing yourself in the process. Allana touches on consciousness and Lana defines compromise formation. What are some things that we can do to learn more a...

Lana is discussing the seven major factors to assess when seeking a new therapist and attaining goals. Beginning the process can feel daunting, but the best approach is to realize this is an opportunity to start feeling better. It's the chance to find your best therapy match by taking stock of your expectations, goals, and most importantly — your gut! We're also receiving some great questions to a...

We are starting 2023 with a very fitting episode — Lana is sharing tips on aging gracefully & silencing the negative inner voices we may hear along the journey. Turn up the volume & tune in now! Throughout this episode, we will discuss how to cope with getting older, nurturing relationships, and how to stay sharp. We will also talk about the psychological benefits of keeping ourselves on o...

We are wrapping up this series by exploring tangible steps needed to embrace vulnerability and reap the benefits that come along with them. This is the last episode of the year and trust you do not want to miss it. Turn up the volume & tune in now! Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts &am...

This week we are discussing the remaining benefits of vulnerability as we talk conflict management, introspection, and emotional intelligence. Tune in now! Let’s discuss common reasons for conflict, communication styles, and questions to ask yourself when choosing how to handle conflict. Tune in now! Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for futu...

This week we are talking about the benefits of vulnerability and how it is the key to human connection. Vulnerability is a very important thing to practice because it can be a very isolating experience for many otherwise. But once you get comfortable with it, it can be very liberating and fruitful. Tune in now! Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questio...

Lana is back and is discussing the mindset shift she noticed while she was out sick for a few weeks. She talks about what she did to feel better and how to let go of the lazy feeling while just recovering. She also discusses how she feels now that she has learned to embrace a self-nurturing mentality without feeling it's just a lazy mentality. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch h...

Allana Pratt is stepping in as a guest host to discuss how to take ownership and hold ourselves accountable in our relationships. Allana talks about how her divorce and custody battles are essentially what empowered her to take accountability, appreciate herself more, and most importantly — actually put the strategies she was learning into practice. Tune in now and join the conversation! Also, sta...

Neil is taking over as our guest host this week to speak with futurist, Peter Leyden, about his insights on technology trends & the economy. Every day we are overwhelmed with news from around the world; sometimes, things can feel hopeless. Peter, the author of the recent thought-provoking article, “The Great Progression” on the macro trends that point to a more progressive & hopeful future...

Tune in for part 3 of the story of the controversial Stanford Prison Experiment — find out what really took the experiment too far and hear interviews from the subjects & Psychologist Philip Zimbardo. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whi...

Tune in for part 2 of the story of the controversial Stanford Prison Experiment — hear all the details of how the guards & prisoners went from learning how to play their roles to revolting in just a few hours. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Podcast Instagram: instagra...

This week we are discussing Philip Zimbardo’s Stanford Prison Experiment — studying subjects that emulate guards & prisoners in a mock prison. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcast Podcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.com L...

Lana is answering some listener questions on how she views conflict, what to keep in mind when you’re upset, and what the goal should always be during a debate. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcast Podcast Website: whiskey...

Neil is back to dive deeper into his experience traveling the world and what snack he likes to try wherever he goes. We get a few tips that he has for everyone wanting to become a nomad and what locals think of his progress at learning other languages. Turn up the volume and join in on the conversation! Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for f...

Neil Cohen joins the conversation to explain how he began his nomadic lifestyle and to give us a lesson on the importance of taking your health seriously. We discuss the importance of not waiting to get checked, and not waiting to explore the world. We receive some inspiring ways to start traveling and what to keep in mind while advocating for your own health. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamer...

Lana continues the conversation on how her anxiety shows up for her, perfectionist mentality, and how to explain anxiety to someone who cannot relate. Follow Lana on Instagram @ heylanamercedez and watch her stories to submit your questions for future episodes! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts & Spotify! Podcast Instagram: instagram.com/whiskeyandlemonpodcast Podcast Website: whiskeyandlemon.c...