Teach Me How To Adult

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  Wedding season is officially in full swing, and if most of your friend group is getting ready to tie the knot, it can feel like a lot navigating all the do’s and don’ts, from bridal showers and wedding gift-giving, to dress codes and what to wear at different kind...

The highest level of adulting might just be creating a space that feels welcoming and reflects your personal style. But let’s be honest, that’s easier said than done, especially with the limitations of budgets and rental units.  Our homes should be a source of comfort and inspiration — after all, our spaces have a real impact on our wellbeing. We’re on a mission to create our own personal oasis wi...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  Summer is in full swing, friends! And while we love ourselves a cottage moment like the next girlie, we recognize that these warmer months can also be a very triggering time for many of us when it comes to body image and insecurities. So this week we're throwing i...

There’s a new epidemic in town: Loneliness. And while making friends is intimidating at any age, it feels especially daunting as adults. As we hit our 30s, our groups of friends are getting smaller and smaller (fun fact: We replace half our friend group every seven years as adults!). Life gets busy, people move away, and milestones come at different times. Even though this seems to be universal, i...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  If you, like us, have been feeling tired AF lately then this one’s for you! Get ready to wake up and shake up your snooze routine, because we’re throwing it back to our chat with sleep expert Alanna McGinn who shares some science-backed ways to craft the perfect n...

To quote our generation’s thought leader, Britney Spears: “You wanna live fancy? Party in France? You better work.” But also, you better ask for fair compensation. Just thinking about asking for a raise makes us cringe, but no one else is going to do it for us, so tits up: It’s time to start advocating for ourselves.  The good news is, most managers and companies want to keep their employees happy...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  This week, we're throwing it back to a juicyyyy conversation with Portia Brown, a sex coach and educator. Tune in as we discuss how to take self-care to the next level by creating a pleasure practice, AKA a ritual that allows you to tune into your mind and body.  ...

It’s OOO season, friends! Between bachelorette weekends, road trips, summer vacay plans, and everyone decidedly going to Italy this month, travel is top of mind this time of year. And as the saying goes, “Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer”...But what happens if your phone is stolen, you lose your wallet, and your identity is compromised while abroad!? #truestory In this week’s...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  The course of true love never did run smooth (preach, Shakespeare!), so today we’re sharing some major tips from our episode with couples and family therapist, Liz Earnshaw, on navigating power struggles in your relationship (spoiler: it's okay to go to bed angry!...

Breakups are generally unavoidable in life, but that doesn’t mean we’re any good at them. The stressful conversation, the guilt, the division of friendships, navigating all the emotions and aftermath… it’s not a fun time. So this week, we’re taking inspiration from our girl TSwift, the breakup queen herself, and diving deep on how to call things off, in the kindest way possible.  The key to a heal...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  From discussing salaries and the cost of homes, to splitting the bill and vacation-planning, it’s NEVER easy to talk about money, whether you’re married or on a second date. But there are some super helpful questions and conversation-starters you can use to get on...

Being a manager isn’t easy. (Seriously, just ask Mary Fitzgerald.) Leading a whole team of diverse humans with varying needs and goals can feel super overwhelming. So how do you confidently step into a management role and show others that you've got it figured out, even when you’re drowning in impostor syndrome? We got you.  This week, Cailyn’s jumping into the hot seat as TMHTA's resident people...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  Conflict and difficult discussions will arise in every close relationship, and our friends are no exception. What makes a friendship stand the test of time, is how we communicate through these challenges, so we can grow stronger and closer with each bump in the ro...

The more adulting we do, the more we realize how essential getting good quality sleep is to literally every aspect of our lives. From our physical health to our mood and mindset, sleep is the key to solving a whole lot of our problems.  We’re sick of burning the candle at both ends and tossing and turning each night, and we’re not alone: the past few decades have seen a downward trend in the quali...

ICYMI: How To Order Wine Like A Pro, The Secret To Gifting The Perfect Bottle, And The Best-Value Vino You Need To Try with Lauren Power   Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  Patio SZN is here friends, so prepare for the warmer weather, we’re brushing up on our vino skill and throwing it back to our...

Apparently, a big part of adulting is learning how to feed yourself, but with all the expensive health foods and skyrocketing grocery prices, eating well can feel financially overwhelming. So this week we’re talking about how to balance our nutrition without breaking the bank, because if we’ve learned anything on our wellness journeys, it’s that there is no one-size-fits-all solution for healthy e...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  This week we’re throwing it back to our chat with the founders of Monday Girl, as we  dive into the do's, don'ts, and best questions to ask during a networking chat. If you’re on the job hunt, looking to change industries, going freelance, or want to scale your si...

We’re back with more of our conversation on hard conversations with the fabulous Anna Sale. This week we’re leaving our comfort zones behind and learning how to confront our mess head-on, for the good of our relationships and our sanity. From finances to family dynamics and grief, we’re getting all the tips on how to approach the most hush-hush topics and have the courage to admit when the status...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  Money is on everyone's minds right now, but TBH most of us can't make sense of how to manage it. So today we're sharing some of our fave money management moments with finance expert Melissa Leong, and how to can create a budget (AKA a spending plan) that will actu...

Calling all our non-confrontational queens, this one’s for you! If you’ve ever avoided or put off a difficult conversation (you know the one), you’re not alone. We all struggle with confronting tough issues head-on in fear of being judged, shamed or rejected for expressing how we feel. But here's the thing – shying away from the hard, messy stuff means that we're leaving key parts of ourselves out...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  This week we’re throwing it back to Komal Minhas who drops three incredible research-backed tips on how we can develop the confidence to tap into our potential and get out of our own way. Komal is an executive coach, business strategist, interviewer, and resilienc...

Unlike labour, this week’s Asking For A Friend episode is a quickie and we’re getting real on giving birth! From birth plans to hospital bags, labour pains to pelvic floor prep, we’ve got TMHTA’s resident mom, Cailyn, in the hot seat to get all the juicy details on the highs and lows of creating life. As the saying goes, “You don’t know until you know,” and that’s especially true in the case of la...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  How do I squeeze in impactful workouts when I’m short on time or equipment? Which exercises will give you the most bang for your buck? WTF is animal flow? If you, like us, have a ton of questions about how to build a fitness regime that actually works, you’ve come...

Just in time for Earth Day, it’s the perfect time to start reevaluating our consumption habits and doing our part to protect the planet.  Tbh, it can be overwhelming trying to be more environmentally conscious with all the things we're “supposed” to be doing. Between recycling, conserving water, composting, and reducing waste, it feels like we're just not doing enough. But here’s the thing: it’s l...

Welcome to today’s ICYMI, where we kick off the week with a quick game-changing tip from one of our guests that you might have missed.  Did you know the average person has about 50,000 thoughts a day?! And let’s be honest…not all of these thoughts are positive or compassionate towards ourselves. But one of the best ways to gain control of a racing mind is through a solid mindfulness and meditation...