Advice from the Cheerbrarian

In Episode 16 I kicked off the start of summer with a special episode, wherein I recommended great books to read for FIVE vacation destinations. But not everyone will be going on a vacation this summer, so if you want something to read for when you’re closer to home, then this part 2 is for you! We have five awesome books for different summer moods that will give you a vacation from your life…from...

This week on the pod we are shocked SHOCKED to realize we are officially halfway through 2024 (!!!) And what perfect time to take a peak back at those New Year’s Resolutions and see how it’s going…come for the accountability buddy, stay for the reminder to be kind to yourself. Note: however you’re doing with goals you set is just fine, thankyouverymuch. Also, I wish I could just read you this week...

In part 2 of the happiness series, we dive back into the quest for happiness, but this time time from a new vantage point, by staring unhappiness square in the eye and asking it, what's its deal?? Seriously. We will question whether happiness is really better then being unhappy (or just has better publicists) and find out what we can learn from putting on our unhappy pants and sitting with neg...

This week we are celebrating the start of summer with a special episode, wherein I recommend great books to read for FIVE vacation destinations (which somehow turns into SEVEN books cuz deciding between books is haaaaard). If you’ve been puzzling over what to bring in your suitcase don’t worry, I’ve got you covered, and then some!!IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice - Find time to read this summer...

"I'm lazy." "I wish I was more motivated." We've all been there, languishing in the hope that we could do more, be better, and achieve higher if only we could find the motivation. But y'all, motivation is a whack concept. Instead of looking around corners and under your doormat for that missing motivation, we will go deep into understanding how building habits, a mo...

"I wish I read more." It's a common refrain. We cannot give you the gift of time, but what we can do is give you some tips that might make it easier to get more reading in your life. Plus, we share some new ideas for episode segments (Reading Attache and Solicited Advice) and would LOVE your feedback! Tell us what you think! IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice - 6 Tips to Try to read...

Tired of your lying brain shouting at you? Finding it a challenge to move ahead on your goals? Therapy might help with these quandaries, but only if you find a therapist who really gets you. And who has the time?! Finding a therapist can seem like a confusing task in futility...(some might say a Sisyphean endeavor) but no more! IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice - 3 Steps to take to find your &qu...

Last week we talked about the climb toward happiness and this week we will talk about the fall, "Happiness Falls" that is, the acclaimed novel by NYT Bestselling author Angie Kim. And we are shocked to say we actually got to talk WITH Angie Kim about her book! (!!!!!) And if that wasn't enough, Angie shares three Unrequired Reading recommendations, all books that she frequently read...

Are you happy? WOOF. What a loaded question! But don't worry, you aren't tackling it alone this go-round. Let's find a way ahead together! We will peek under the happiness hood: what is happiness, and what can you do to cultivate more in your own life? And (digital drumroll please...) more BIG news for the pod: next week we will talk with NYT Best Selling author Angie Kim (!!!) who wro...

Insert a maraca fanfare with a side of tambourine, because this is a Cheerbrarian first! We have our first-ever guest and spoiler, it was great (or at least we think so. You let us know). Last week we talked about the sting of rejection (boo hiss) and how Gallup's CliftonStrengths assessment can be helpful as you forge ahead to uncover both purpose and passion. Now, Heidi is here with her expe...

Cozy up to a good episode about a BAD situation: dealing with rejection. Can we get an ugh? (Ugh!!!) Rejection happens; it’s nothing to be ashamed of but the emotional roller coaster of getting through it is a real screamer. Through the lens of getting laid off, we will discuss how to give yourself grace and space to grieve after rejection. And of course, you'll hear how a book or two can real...

It's time to harness the power of Spring Break, a respite from responsibilities and an invitation to parrrrrtyyyyy. Except uh, as adults that's not a thing that exists (cue sad trombone). Until we can implement Adult Spring Break (contact your representatives), we'll have to settle for shaking up the monotony on our own terms. Bikinis are optional. IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice -...

Do you feel like your smartphone has you under its spell? Well it's not magic or your lack of willpower, it's the result of intentional design. Touche, phone designers. Ya done good. It's not you, it's us and we need some space. If you're looking to break up with your phone, or at least change the relationship to "it's complicated," listen in to learn what you can...

Sometimes it feels like the world wants you to be small but this week we are getting in our best power pose to say ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. It's time to push back on the narrative that bragging is bad and instead dig in and identify things we can be proud of ourselves for. If this sounds like a tall order, don't fear: we will call on some fictional friends to show us how it's done. IN THIS EP...

Last week we rightfully called your brain out for being the dirty liar it is: we hope it went to its room and thought long and hard about what it has done, and now has a better attitude. This time, we are gonna learn how to combat your big brain with a little more TLC. We will dig into understanding your brain's motivations and how, like Jerry McGuire, you can learn to "Help Me...Help You...

Buckle up! It's time to take your lying brain to task for its bad ideas and mean-girl attitude. We will kick negative thoughts out of the driver's seat and show you how to hit the gas on interacting differently with your emotions. (The driving analogies will make more sense when you listen to the episode, pinky swear). IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice - Your Brain is a Dirty Dirty Liar...

It's almost March but spring is not yet sprung. Instead, winter is weighing (you down). But fear not! I'll share with you my handy dandy mood-boosting trifecta, good for all seasons, and/or join you in wallowing to commiserate when it's all just too much. Snow. Again?? IN THIS ECONOMY?! IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice - Wrestling the Winter Blues (Stay Under It, or Fight It!) Unreq...

Shake up your stale New Year's Resolutions with a Resolution Redo (Or Re-deaux if you're also from Louisiana, eh?) and rethink the whole New Year's resolution process. I'll show you how to create less external pressure and more fun to bring positivity to your life in 2024 and beyond! And yes, we can still talk about resolutions in February because I said so: life is hard, rules are...

*Insert trumpet fanfare* It's (still) a New Year and the Cheerbrarian is here with a New Podcast to support you on life's journey! In just 19 minutes, Ashlie Daigle will put a smile on your face and a pep in your step with Advice from the Cheerbrarian . Today she'll tell you how to start your new year not with a bang, but with a maraca! IN THIS EPISODE: Unsolicited Advice - Bare Minimu...

Tune in to “Advice from the Cheerbrarian” where each week Ashlie Daigle (rhymes w/ bagel) will help you navigate life’s challenges with humor and cheer. Each Tuesday, expect one heck of a pep talk in your ear holes (for your mind, body, and funny bone). As a book-obsessed wrecking ball of positivity with an unquenchable thirst to help others, Ashlie draws from her successes and oopsies to share gu...