FOR WHAT Podcast

If you have to pick ONE episode to listen to, pick this one! (Highly recommended to listen at 1.5 speed) This will entertain AND enlighten you. We’re wrapping up Season 1 with a banger as MBK gives us a better understanding of how we got here — and FOR WHAT? Take a cruise through the men who have been the main characters of influence in her life. See if there’s anything familiar perhaps in YOUR st...

“Hark! I hear a song…”  We dissect MBK’s midlife crisis (referencing previous podcast episodes!) and get a whiff of her coming back to herself. We hope this episode helps our sisters to feel less alone in the dark parts–bc even Life Coaches don’t have it all together.  Help us keep recording! Drop a donation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/698527/support  We want to hear from YOU: email us Produc...

Buckle in for a classic conversational rollercoaster of an episode! Enjoy some food for thought on sex education and safe pleasure that you mostly likely never heard growing up. And as always, Loren takes us in the weeds… this time about the generations of it all. We finish off with a new idea we’re workshopping that we’d love your input on, so for the love of all, reach out! Help us keep recordin...

We give a SH*T this week (pun intended ;). Or any other week for that matter. Full disclosure: if you don’t enjoy birth stories, TMI, or stories in general, do NOT listen to this episode. And if you DO enjoy them, you’ll love this episode. We’re keeping it real, in story-form, our fav! Help us keep recording! Drop a donation here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/698527/support  We want to hear from YOU...

Dive into our personal dumpster fires (specifically MBK’s, per usual). The fickle, feebleness of losing yourself because of so many things – getting sick, summer time, exposure to men, and whatnot. See if Loren can teach us all how to find ourselves again. In this episode we will share some real life dating app stories that are just… well, INSANE. They have us asking, “FOR WHAT?!” every time. Help...

Ope! Even worse lighting issues than last week! What a twist… can’t see Loren’s face AT ALL. You’ll just have to imagine what her facial expressions were during this episode. We pretty much cover the full spectrum of life decisions, mental load, support people, and how to f*cking survive in life. So… if any of THAT resonates, join the convo with us. We love you big time.  Help us keep recording! D...

Lighting issues! Just trying to keep it interesting! This week: Loren’s face is washed out… honestly it’s so funny to watch her talk. Stay tuned for a fun audio glitch towards the end! In this episode, we’re discussing the very important mental wormhole MBK went down (hint: Tim Ballard unhinged) and Loren’s compelling – albeit overly detailed to an extreme length – story about men being absurd in...

Ever heard of the “Male Loneliness Epidemic”? Well, we solved it in 8 minutes! Yeah… we’re doing super important work together on the pod. Seriously, though we’re discussing the roles we are assigned in families, as women in the workplace, in our own psyches. We get into women’s moon phases, how to be yourself, and most importantly… Loren eventually gets to tell her story about what she said at wo...

We’re giving you the insider scoop on who we are.  Spoiler Alert: MaryBeth willed Loren's existence into being! We’re covering our parents meeting, how our sister journey started, and how we became what we are today. Welcome to the family, you're one of us, and we are all deeply connected. As always, we're going to pick a little at the patriarchal roles assigned to women and drop so...

Welcome to FWP! We are kicking off Season 1. In today’s first episode, we are giving the backstory on why we started this podcast and what you can expect to hear in future episodes. We promise if you make it through the first 15 minutes, your perseverance will be rewarded as we find our groove… also strongly suggest listening to us at 1.5X speed or even 2X. TRUST US: you’re gonna want to hear this...

Women and men have prewritten roles in our patriarchal society. Do you know what you’ve been conditioned and commissioned to do and be in the world by your culture? Let’s peel back the curtain and explore a little… In Episode 13 we’ll address questions like What is conditioning? and How is it shaped and can we alter it? We are not waiting to be rescued. Waiting to find “the one” so we can truly st...

That's right, they are actually two different things!  In this episode we will deepen our understanding of love and connection, and explore what the point of relationships actually are– HINT: it's NOT to keep them! We'll answer questions like:  How do we create authentic alignment in relationship? What exactly IS chemistry? And find authentic alignment? Get informed about your cycle...

In this episode we will discuss what the Infradian rhythm is, why it’s important, and how it affects us as women and the men in our orbit   We don’t have to keep buying into the belief that periods are our curse and being a female sucks! Let’s get informed and begin to reframe the way we notice and care for our bodies… trust me, there’s more to it than PMS and Biblical curses. Get informed about y...

We’re going to have feelings, whether we like it or not. Sometimes the more “complex” feelings get a little overwhelming, so let’s discuss how to handle funky feelings–our own and those around us. In this episode, we will answer questions like: How do we approach heavy emotions? How do I check in and practice body scans? What are some practices to process what’s on my mind? Order my book SHADOW DA...

Final episode in the 3 part series on Relationship Repair. Healing relationship wounds can feel daunting and elusive. With a few key relationship repair tools, you will be able to approach cyclical relationship conflicts with a new lens. Today we’ll explore some tools to help you and your loved ones navigate the murky waters of disappointment, unmet needs, and hurt feelings with emotional maturity...

Continuing Rupture and Repair conversations ( checkout episode 7 here ) Relationship struggles don’t have to keep cycling with the same hurt, misunderstanding, and broken trust and intimacy! It can be overwhelming to try new ways to dialogue in relationship, especially in conflict. Let’s explore what the goal of repair is, how to go about it, and a bunch of practical tools to help you get started...

If you interact with people, you will experience relationship ruptures... today we're going introduce relationship repair! We'll explore Why ruptures happen, if they're normal, and where to begin to repair once the ruptures happen. Every human longs for emotional connection in relationship, and we all know relationship conflict IS going to happen. So, let's learn how to heal ou...

Finding purpose and redefining success when it comes to our personal journey and family dynamics can be daunting. Let's explore what it takes to deconstruct family norms and find our way into conscious living as we self-discover our own identity and purpose. In this episode, we'll explore questions like: What is my purpose? What is/isn’t working for you around the “old family norms”? Can...

Deciding big (or small life) decisions can come with all kinds of emotions and questions. Consciously taking a step back to adjust to a mindful approach to the decision-making process can help ease some of the anxiety and fears that come from the pressure we put on “making the right decision”. Practicing mindful self compassion as we learn what paths in life are most fulfilling allows life to be a...

Clearly communicating with our teenagers can feel like tip-toeing through a minefield as parents. We feel like bad parents with teens who don't want to talk to them. Let's discuss some practical skills for taking a step back from the emotional fragility of hormones and erratic reactions, accessing a new perspective, and delivering a different kind of dialogue approach to reach your teen....

Social media is BAD! Social media is GOOD! I hate social media. And also I have a deep appreciation for it. Here's an example of how I process "resistance". In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of social media and how we can work our way to more consciously relating with social media. Also, my very specific take on the only absolute rule in my house. Because no matter where...

As we raise our level of consciousness about who we are, let's discuss who has the microphone! Here's a hint: It's either your ego, inner child, or your conscious self. When emotions are running high and we are labeled (by ourselves or others) as "emotional" or "sensitive" or "hothead", what is really going on inside? Let's explore who's at th...

Welcome to the PARTY! Let's dig in and deconstruct EVERYTHING so we can REconstruct a mindset, a life, and a world we love. The goal here is to make our way through (with a good dose of sarcasm and irreverence) some dialogue in order to develop the skills necessary to build psychologically and emotionally safe environments for all humans.  We'll talk through anything and everything that...

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Today I'm sharing one of the most compelling pieces I've ever written. Please listen, share, and speak about what you hear and learn today. Domestic violence affects 1 in 4 women and everyday lives are tragically lost at the hands of abusers. Let's shed light on what DV really is, what it can look like, and how to help break the silence...