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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode openly discusses themes and situations of suicide and suicidal ideation, and some people might find it disturbing and/or not suitable for children of young ages. If you or someone you know is suicidal, please, contact your physician, go to your local ER, or call the suicide prevention hotline in your country.    Adi is an Experienced News Reporter with a demonstrated...

"I think you just do your best and then put it out and then let the magic and the universe, and God do what it's supposed to do with it." - Annie Bosko We are excited to kick off season three with our incredible guest, singer-songwriter, and performer Annie Bosko. Annie's known for her old California sound and has toured the country opening for acts such as Dirk Bentley, Blake Shelton, Martina McB...

Authenticity is becoming more and more important in today's world, online and offline. People are looking for something credible and real, which is why authentic brands are generally more successful on social media. Alexandra Nikolajev is a digital marketing and pop culture enthusiast with over a decade of experience in the tech industry working at companies like Google, Amazon, and now Pinterest....

Even when you're performing at the top of your game, you're still considering what the next goal is going to be. How do I progress further now that I've arrived at this point? Jenn Chen is living proof that anyone can switch their roles and still succeed. She started as a Montessori teacher, then became an ice cream shop owner, and then shifted to being a real estate agent. In this episode, Jennif...

To remain genuine is to remain true to oneself and one's original nature. Working with teen girls and young adults for so many years has taught us that making an impact is highly dependent on how information is communicated, so we make a concerted effort to come from a place of authenticity, experience, and transparency. In order to build that impact, our strategy has always been to be true to who...

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode openly discusses themes and situations of sexual abuse, child abuse, and other scenarios that may be triggering and/or not suitable for children of young ages. Please listen at your own discretion and refer to our show notes for resources. "Sometimes you just get a clear yes or no or a gut feeling. If your gut tells you something is off, that is your deeper source of...

Today, I am coming to you as a parent of a toddler and a newborn, who quite honestly really doesn't have it all together! In a storm of Google searches on how to get my toddler to stop throwing things for fun, I've explored several theories of DISCIPLINE.  Prior to having kids, my main relationship with the word discipline was through the concept of self-discipline . Self-discipline with health an...

Romantic relationships share some of the things we discussed in episode 51 with friendships, but there are some new and different challenges. Asha and Keshiia share their experiences with relationships and some tips for building strong relationships. In this episode, we'll cover it all, from dating to breakups, plus how to spot red flag behavior that points to an unhealthy relationship dynamic, in...

Based on the definition of the steadfastness of its etymology over time, it might be really easy to assume that the idea of connection or connecting is a fairly simple one. However, a quick Google search brings up hundreds of millions of hits. But upon further research, the original intention of the word shows that just because we're seemingly connected at any given point in time, true connection...

So you've focused your life on a single career route. You realize that you won't find fulfillment in that endeavor as you get older. Or perhaps you just feel like doing something different from what you were studying in school. If this is the case for you, I'm sure you can identify with this week's guest on Meet Bridget. Gacia Tachejian is a self-made, first-generation American who chose a differe...

If you haven't heard an influencer talk about what is or isn't their aesthetic, you might just be living under a rock. I even hear people say that a piece of furniture or pair of shoes is "so my aesthetic!" all the time. In today's episode, Asha is breaking down the word AESTHETIC! Head over to meetbridget.com for complete show notes.

Have you ever had to end a friendship? Setting boundaries is one way of creating strong, long-lasting friendships. Without them, our friends might make us feel disrespected, uneasy, or violated. If these emotions are suppressed, resentment will eventually develop, which could result in arguments, blow-ups, or even the end of the friendship. In this episode, we will talk about how fundamental commu...

These days, we hear a lot about manifestation and about how the art of "manifesting" can literally transform thoughts into being. You may have heard of the law of attraction or perhaps read the book The Secret, both of which validate the power of "thinking things into existence". And while the idea at first pass may seem mystical, manifestation itself is more concrete and palpable than one might b...

Leaving everything behind, Polina and her family had to escape their home country Russia, to run away from uncertainty. However, settling into a new country was not easy, and it brought them many challenges.  Polina Chebotareva is an innovative pioneer with a comprehensive background in business, economics, strategic opportunity investments, and venture capital transactions. Utilizing her career a...

We are a culture fascinated by winners– those who come out on top and can fight to prove it. These days, we also have plenty of important causes and platforms that need championing. Whether a champion is rising through elite levels of a sport or fighting to promote a cause they believe in, they capture our attention on a grand scale.  Today Asha is breaking down the word "CHAMPION". Join us today...

Growing up, Janica was very shy. She was raised by Filipino-American and Christian parents who were loving yet protective of her. But as Janica grew older, she was able to slowly overcome her shyness and bloomed into a woman of confidence. In this episode, Janica shares how she found her calling through copywriting. Along her journey, she tells the story of how her upbringing influenced her as a p...

There aren't any major fluctuations in definition over time, in fact, the meaning of the intention has remained relatively stable over time, maintaining it's description of a purpose or meaning.  Today, Keshiia is going to break down the word INTENTION Here at Bridget, we're huge fans of expanding our vocabulary and becoming better communicators. That is why today, Keshiia breaks down the word 'in...

What do you love doing?  For eight years, Vanessa had a successful career in the real estate business, but despite her success, she felt like something was missing. By asking herself what she loved doing, Vanessa found her passion. Vanessa Bourne has been in the business of offering health and wellness services in the form of fun and energetic connections for over 15 years in the Orange County com...

Let's lighten things up a bit and talk about something fun - JEANS! Yes, jeans. And I'm not talking about genetics genes, I'm talking pants.  You can't really think about fashion without jeans. Jeans have been a huge part of growing up. From kids to teenagers to adulthood, there's a style of jeans that fits every criteria. And throughout time, it has continued to evolve to fit every generation's s...

Inspired by her mother's film cameras, Bettina fell in love with photography at the age of 9. Born in Hungary, she relocated to Canada and is now living in sunny California — pursuing her passion for learning all she can about the world and reflecting beauty back to its people.  Along her journey, she's learned that great commercial photography is all about providing striking images that capture a...

People at every age in every stage experience embarrassing moments, too long lulls in conversation,  strange reactions, fits of inappropriately loud laughter … and usually when these things happen, we have that brief reflection immediately after… The one word that floats to the top of our minds is ummmm AWKWARD?!  We have been so trained to associate the word awkward with that very specific uncomf...

Rubina has always been creative as a child. She would draw in the four corners of her room and just be in her own world. And as she grew up, art has become a constant in her life. Then an opportunity to become a model came her way too.   Rubina Dyan was born in Yerevan, Armenia, and raised in Barcelona, Spain. She is a self-taught artist who found her passion for art at a very early age. She devel...

What comes to mind when you hear the word Ritual? Ritual is often defined as something that is characteristic of a rite, practice or observation, particularly of a religion. But how else can we use it? Let's go ahead and look deeper to better understand this word.  Today, Keshiia is going to break down the word RITUAL Here at Bridget, we're huge fans of expanding our vocabulary and becoming better...

Growing up, Christine has always been active and drawn to physical expressions. She started as a ballerina then moved on to sports. Later, she discovered art and studying the body as her passion. Christine Bullock is an entrepreneur, health expert, world renowned celebrity fitness guru, mom and host of the KISS podcast. Christine is an incredible force of nature with many accolades and accomplishm...

Nowadays, when the younger generation says RAD or RADICAL, it means cool or excellent. But looking at the etymology and definition of it shows different meanings with different definitions. That's why today, let's look deeper into the word RADICAL. Here at Bridget, we're huge fans of expanding our vocabulary and becoming better communicators. That is why today, Asha breaks down the word 'radical'....