An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth

In this episode of  An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly explore a powerful question:  Do you really know what you want?  They unpack how desires are shaped, why clarity is so hard to find, and how self-awareness can guide meaningful choices. Do you know what you want? Wants and needs Wants are not selfish The price of a want Identifying what we want Wants can t...

In this episode of  An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly explore perception—how we experience and interpret the world through our senses, past experiences, and internal narratives. They discuss how perception shapes our relationships, choices, and emotional responses, and why becoming aware of our own perspective can be a powerful tool for growth. Defining perception Defi...

In this episode of  An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly explore what it means to navigate change with grace. From life transitions to shifting expectations, they discuss how to stay grounded, respond with intention, and cultivate resilience along the way. Whether change feels exciting or overwhelming, this conversation offers gentle insights and practical tools for movin...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly talk about games—board games, holiday favorites, and the ways play connects us, brings joy, and sometimes reveals a little more about ourselves. History of games Game traditions Our personal favorites Website: anincompleteguide.com Instagram: @anincompleteguide YouTube: @AnIncompleteGuide Patreon: patreon.com/AnIncompleteGu...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly sit down with Bernie Byars, LPC, for an insightful conversation about food and eating challenges that often surface during the holiday season. Together, they explore the emotional, relational, and cultural pressures surrounding meals, and Bernie offers practical guidance for navigating these moments. Society has moralized...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly sit down with Bernie Byars, LPC, for an insightful conversation about boundaries—what they are, why they matter, and how to navigate them with clarity and compassion. Defining a boundary..yeses and nos, to safeguard your own wellbeing People pleasing...can interfere with our boundaries Being uncomfortable may be a sign yo...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly get curious about curiosity itself—what it is, why it matters, and how it can shape the way we learn, connect, and grow. Importance of curiosity, especially in these times Definition of curiosity Relationships Curiosity and growth mindset Fear and curiosity Patience, curiosity and dopamine What keeps us from being curious W...

Rest Meditation

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly explore the importance of rest — what it truly means, why it's essential for our well-being, and the many forms it can take beyond just sleep. Rest for Kelly feels like a big exhale for your entire being...for your soul Sleep and processing at night Physical rest can be active and restorative Getting physical body out of st...

Resetting Meditation

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly explore practical ways to reset your day when things don’t start off as planned—because a rough morning doesn’t have to mean a bad day. When you wake up on the wrong side of the bed One off thing triggers others How do we reset when we have done something How to reset when things are said or done to us What is in your contr...

In this episode of  An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly explore the process of making decisions—what influences them and the practical tools we can use to navigate them. People often say, “pray about it,” but what might that really mean? What does "pray about it" really mean? Forced decisions Steps in decision making Long and short term impact Outside pressures Trusting...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly have a conversation about regrets—what they teach us, how they linger, and how we can find peace with them. Regret to feel sad about something has been done How long do we spend with regret? Types of regret...words, actions, actions not taken Self forgiveness and regret Gaining Perspective Learning from regret Grace and for...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly continue our conversation with Podcaster and Life Coach Kristin Messegee for an insightful conversation about the Enneagram—exploring how it can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and guide personal growth. The work of the enneagram is to turn toward the thing we least want to Head Center--fear is at core--consta...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly sit down with podcaster and life coach Kristin Messegee for an insightful conversation about the Enneagram—exploring how it can deepen self-awareness, improve relationships, and guide personal growth. What is the Enneagram? Not just a personality quiz Roots are more spiritual...lots of movement within it Nine ways to be dis...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly dive into the topic of comparison — the good, the bad, and everything in between. Healthy comparisons Starting when we are young We don't know the whole story Takes away individuality...conforming Comparisons feed doubt Putting boundaries around comparisons Gratitude journal Comparing ourselves to lift ourselves up Look inw...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly take a light-hearted look at myths we were told in our childhood. Do you need to rinse your hair until it squeaks? Watermelon seeds and swallowing gum Swimming after eating Cracking your knuckles myth You lose more body heat through your head Other hair myths Foods we eat Website: anincompleteguide.com Instagram: @anincompl...

In this episode of An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth Sydney and Kelly share their experience of Axe Throwing. Wow, could it be a new hobby? Went to Class Axe Throwing in San Antonio, which has locations in various cities in the U.S. History of axe throwing--relatively new as recreation, league started in a back yard in Canada Staff was very helpful in teaching and then helping along the was T...

In this episode, Sydney and Kelly take a lighthearted look into the world of overused, confusing, or downright annoying adages and phrases. From "it is what it is" to "everything happens for a reason," they unpack why some common sayings rub people the wrong way. Expect laughter, a bit of ranting, and maybe even a few suggestions for phrases that  should catch on instead. Tune in for a fun co...

In this episode of  An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly dive into the traits of under-controlled and over-controlled personalities. Over and under control and our emotions Traits and tendencies of over-controlled personalities Traits and tendencies of under-controlled personalities The spectrum of both The impact of these on choices Being able to recognize your traits an...

In this episode of  An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth , Sydney and Kelly dive into a conversation about the things we carry with us—memories, emotions, and experiences that shape who we are. Together, they explore how to recognize what no longer serves us, the price we are paying, and how to begin the process of letting go to make space for healing and growth. Material things we hang ont...

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly share strategies for making the transition from vacation to routine daily life. Sydney shares her 30th birthday experience Transitioning from vacation and the the blues it can cause Don't use the last days of vacation thinking about what awaits you at home Allowing yourself those feelings of sadness or whatever it may be...

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly conclude their series on roots and personal growth. Growing our own roots is not isolating Trees communicate with one another Others help us in deepening our roots How does it feel to be rooted Knowing when your roots are in need of nurture Roots and community We are dependent on one another, interconnected Website: aninc...

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue our series on roots and personal growth. We take a look at how our roots can have an impact on others. Rootedness as your source, connectedness Our rootedness allows others to lean on at times Can be beside others as they develop their roots Not taking on other's roots Family tree and starting your own roots Resc...

In this episode of "An Incomplete Guide to Personal Growth" Sydney and Kelly continue the series on rootedness. This episode explores practices, how inward and outward growth complement each other. Why care about our roots Growing deeper roots while also growing outward Outward growth can lead to inward growth Time for both Listening deeply to know what is needed Small things that are beyond ourse...