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I needed an encouragement episode after some of the events and dealings of last week and if I could use a pick-me-up, maybe you could too. Glad to be able to share, C

We’re back on the albums again! Part Eighteen, 130-121. - This week features Minutemen, Daft Punk, REM, and seven other artists to continue this massive undertaking. Hmm, who else could there be? ;) LET ME TELL YOU WHAT- When I say “who else could there be,” if there was ever a week when you couldn’t fathom how massive the artists are that we’re going to talk about, this is that week (so far!) - O...

It’s been a minute since we’ve done a consecutive multi-day miniseries! Today is the continuation of what we were talking about yesterday. You can start there first if you’d like. Glad you’re here either way, C

Wanted to discuss something positive that wasn’t necessarily encouragement based as we reclaim our Wednesdays ;) so we’re talking relationship health. How do you maintain and improve the connections you have with the people you care about? It’s challenging, but entirely possible. Poetry excerpt from Messengers by Louise Glück

Here’s something that bears repeating, especially if you’ve been noticing or experiencing potentially neurodivergent behaviors in yourself or those around you. It could be the an opportunity for a professional or self diagnosis, it could be an opportunity to reevaluate how you treat people who are not like you, it could just be an opportunity to increase awareness. But here we are :) Glad you and...

I’m so glad that I came across this study, where they looked at the same metrics - calories, fat, sugar, and salt - for the French fries from 23 different fast food and fast casual establishments and rated them from least to most “healthy” for you to consume. Some are national chains for the US, some regional, and others international. The thing they have in common is that no matter what else is o...

We’re back on the albums again! Part Seventeen, 140-131. - This week features James Brown, Metallica, PJ Harvey, and seven other artists to continue this massive undertaking. Hmm, who else could there be? ;) - I mentioned I’d put the excerpt from Sophie’s World that I found so compelling- “Only philosophers embark on this perilous expedition to the outermost reaches of language and existence. Some...

A week ago we started talking about ridiculous social norms and I actually remembered to come back to it! Let’s talk through some more of these: some silly, some serious. So so glad we’re all here, C

That’s it, we did it. On this the first Wednesday of Calendar Fall, we finished this year’s iteration of our Summer Encouragement Series It’s bittersweet for sure, but I’m also so glad that we were able to experience it together. Thanks for coming along for the ride. I hope it was a blessing to you. This does not mean that we won’t be doing encouragement episodes anymore! We will, but they won’t b...

TW or CW: ED This is an important conversation, and probably one that we’re going to continue on another day. We’re talking about things that have made it into our cultural mindset, but that aren’t necessarily wise or true. Or healthy - for the individual and us as a society. Some of these ideas are challenging to consider, but worth it to think critically about Take care of your mind, C

Happy Fall to those who celebrate. Happy Spring to those I’m about to be jealous of ;) The start of something, like a new season, is a great time to review your habits and lifestyle choices, so we’re going back to basics when it comes to wellness. Several things to do, and a few not to. There’s a good chance you’re already doing at least one of the things you’re supposed to so shoutout to you! May...

We’re back on the albums again! Part Sixteen, 150-141. We’re heading into the second 150, y’all! Let’s do this! - This week features Eric Dolphy, Radiohead, Belle & Sebastian and seven other artists to continue this massive undertaking. Hmm, who else could there be? ;) - Production note: Lest there be any confusion, I do not condone prejudice or discrimination of any kind for any reason agains...

Have you ever wondered about particular social norms? Things we all do or expect ev one else to do in certain ways? Why is that?? And what are they? Let’s chat through some and then you can decide if there’s any that perhaps you want (or need) to flout. Thanks for being here, C

No, we’re not talking about the app ;) This would have been the final installment of our Summer Encouragement Series because we’re in the last full week of calendar Summer, yikes. (Listen in to find out why it’s not.) Today I was peering out from behind a weather-induced migraine to share some thoughts with you about how valuable it is to be yourself. And a little something extra as well Love that...

Things not to take for granted. Plain and simple. Thank you for your time, always :) C

What’s your favorite place that you’ve ever been? Where do you live? Is there someplace that felt like home as soon as you arrived there? Have you found your home yet? Let’s talk options, yeah? While we’re talking about what cities work for me and others (or not) you can consider what life might be right for you :) Glad you’re anywhere, including here, C

We’re back on the albums again! Part Fifteen, 160-151. WE’VE MADE IT TO THE HALFWAY POINT!!!!!!!!!!! 150 albums!!! Can you believe it? I’m so honored to be experiencing this This week features Sly and the Family Stone, Waylon Jennings, Lana Del Rey and seven other artists to continue this massive undertaking. Hmm, who else could there be? ;) Production Note: Because of the sheer amount of material...

Would you like to save more money? Yes of course! Right? Let’s talk some common things that ppl buy or pay for all the time that could be wasting your money, either entirely or in part. Do you put money into any of these areas? Also, I mentioned during the show the top three things that those consulted mentioned as a financial drain. Scroll way down (so others can avoid spoilers if they want) to f...

In the midst of the sorrow that this day inevitably brings me, I bring you the next installment of our dwindling Summer Encouragement Series. Let it bolster you, I hope. Take care of yourself and others, C

We’re talking about an interesting set of daily habits that I came across. You may have heard some or all of them before, which is fine, but I’m hoping to provide additional perspective. How many are you already doing? Do you want to add a few more? So pleased that you’re making this show one of your habits. (Or consider doing so!) C :)

Soda cans Lemon juice Ketchup Tea Toilet Paper Irons Baby oil Egg whites Glue Fire What do all of these things have in common?? They were all used in some form or fashion during the previous century to assist in people’s beauty rituals! How? Well I’ll tell you ;) Or maybe you already knooow. Nothing wrong with a bit of nostalgia! Unless these are things you still do. There’s so many options! Also,...

We’re back on the albums again! Part Fourteen, 170-161. This week features Ms. Aretha Franklin (again), Oasis, X-Ray Spex and seven other artists to continue this massive undertaking. Hmm, who else could there be? ;) - There are some conflicting feelings that may come to you as you consider these 10 albums. That was definitely my experience. It left me asking, more than once, the age-old question:...

We’re talking wedding etiquette, in the direction of the older generations (like the parents of the couple), but honestly these things are good for anyone involved to be aware of: parents on both sides, wedding party, coordinators and other close vendors, grandparents, guests, etc. There’s something for everyone! Particularly family, friends, and others who are going to be directly participating i...

I really like this one. Some of our strongest encouragement episodes are on the days when I need the encouragement too! This one was borne of the fact that some things are transitioning for and around me, and I need(ed) to take the time to feel my way through. Many September blessings! Thrilled you’re along for the ride, C

Do you live in one of the most expensive cities in the world? Or most affordable? Somewhere in the middle perhaps? How does the cost of living you pay compare to the quality of life that you experience? We’re looking at the data from a specific index (Numbeo), which you can take with whatever size grain of salt you’d like because I did notice cities missing. However the ones that are present still...