The Social Soul Podcast

In this episode, Hailey and Jess catch up to chat about Jessica's recent move to Arizona and Hailey's new business venture into the indoor plant world. They also tell a few funny stories about their fear of snakes & Jess's bad experience peeing roadside in Nevada. Send us a DM on Instagram and please rate + review the podcast.

In this episode, Jess answers a 2-part listener question about working with a chronic illness. 1. How did she know when she was ready to return to work/increase her work hours?" and 2. "How did she communicate she was pursuing a job outside of what she studied in/used to do? Please Rate + Review the show on Apple Podcasts, and submit your questions to us on Instagram.

In this episode, Hailey and Jess answer a listener question and share ideas on planning birthdays that don't revolve around alcohol, taking shots, and going out to the bars with your friends. They get into: How they've celebrated their birthdays without booze in the past Setting boundaries & communicating with your friends A few booze-Free birthday ideas Download the Sober Space App here . Rat...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess answer a listener question and dive into what it means to live a "Damp" Lifestyle... a new term that is trending on TikTok. Tune in to hear their thoughts on the topic. Follow @socialsoulpodcast on Instgram Rate & Review us!

In this episode, Jess shares about her personal diagnosis of Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, also know as MCAS.  We discuss:  What Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) is  Why some people get MCAS & others don't?  What lessons Jess is carrying over from her diagnosis in 2018 to this current flare up/reactivation of symptoms  What this current flare has been like em...

In this episode, Hailey & Jess catch up about life over the past few weeks. You'll hear the hilarious story about a text that Jess received from a guy who ghosted her, how Hailey is coping with being completely out of her routine, the result of Jess's COVID antibody test, how they are both currently feeling about social media and the expectations it brings & the of course all the gossip ab...

In this episode, Hailey & Jess dive into an Instagram post that got quite a bit of attention recently on Jess's personal page. Jess was diagnosed with chronic multiple tick-borne illness, better known as Chronic Lyme Disease, in 2018 and has shared vulnerably about her illness off and on on Instagram over the years. Last week, Jess shared a mirror selfie along with a short caption about her sh...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess talk about mixing business with booze and drinking in excess at work events. If you're sober-curious or maybe you've had some personal experiences with this, they hope to provide some clarity and comic relief on how this can be detrimental. In this episode they cover: Some of the reasons people end up drinking around their boss & co-workers Working in the bar/resta...

In this social hour, Hailey & Jess dive into their 22 year friendship. They cover: When they met & how they've maintained their friendship over the years Getting through different romantic relationships as BFF's The shift in friendship dynamic while living with chronic illness and quitting drinking You'll also hear different stories and memories they have together from their childhood and...

In this episode, Hailey & Jess catch up on what's been happening the last few weeks through the holiday and new year. Jess is currently in Arizona and provides an update on reuniting with her ex, Hailey shares an exciting opportunity that she has to own a new business and they both talk about how they spent the New Year and how they are feeling going into 2022. EPISODE SPONSOR Use our code SOC...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess recap 2021 including what it's been like being roommates and business partners, their experience so far going through therapy, an update on Jess's medical treatments (and dating status) and as always some showcase the shit moments that weren't so great followed by exciting new plans for 2022 .  EPISODE SPONSOR Use our code SOCIALSOUL20 to get 20% off your guid...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess each share 10 things they can't live without. EPISODE SPONSOR Use our code SOCIALSOUL20 to get 20% off your guided self-love journal at switchresearch.org 

In this soul sesh Hailey and Jess talk about supporting your sober-curious and alcohol-free friends. Hailey draws from her personal experiences and shares the ways that her friends have helped her feel supported since she quit drinking in 2018. Share this episode with a friend who is wondering how they can support you, or share it to your Instagram stories and tag us! Download Hailey's Sober-...

Join Hailey and Jess for a smoke sesh where they ask each other rapid fire questions and spitball conversation. They share embarrassing stories never heard before, talk about their favorite sex positions, share their latest favorites on Tik Tok, recite a few childhood memories and cover tons of random topics that will get you laughing along with them. Make sure to follow Social Soul Podcast on Ins...

In this episode, Jess shares her top tips for dealing with overstimulation and how to rebalance your nervous system. Someone with chronic illness might find themselves becoming easily overstimulated by different things throughout the day which then causes them to get hit with a flare up and/or an intensity of their symptoms. However this episode isn't just for the chronically ill, overstimulation...

In this soul sesh Hailey shares about reaching 3 years alcohol-free, her biggest win, and how her social circle shifted after she quit drinking. They discuss the stigma and fears of living a life without alcohol, having slip-ups, societal pressure, and backing each other up in the non partying lifestyle. Use our code SOCIALSOUL20 to get 20% off your guided self-love journal at switchresearch.org S...

In this episode, Hailey & Jess sit down to chat about the latest TikTok trends, their current favorite TV shows, erotic blueprints, how therapy has been going, battling comparison, social media in general and so much more. You can use our code SOCIALSOUL20 to get 20% off your guided self-love journal at s witchresearch.org Connect with us on Instagram and TikTok Save $35 on your first box of D...

Back with an online dating episode, Jess shares her biggest fears and how she protects herself while dating literal strangers that she met on the internet. Hailey & Jess also share listener submissions of online dating fears and safety precaution recommendations. Going on dates with strangers is nerve-wracking and can be dangerous, you're allowed to feel scared AF. Let's talk about it. DM us y...

In this soul sesh, Jess and Hailey have a conversation about coming across new job opportunities that align. Jess shares how she found hers and Hailey's current employer, what she did to get hired, and how she negotiated a higher income for herself. Please rate + review the show on Apple Podcasts and share this episode with a friend if you found it helpful.  Use our code SOCIALSOUL20 to get 2...

In this episode, Jess and Hailey share about their experiences with microdosing mushrooms. Jess talks about her first week of reintroducing microdosing to her routine, what she has planned for her current and upcoming treatments, as well as how and why she is incorporating mushrooms. They also share a funny story about strength. Just remember, for legal purposes, this episode is a joke. Use our co...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess chat about gray area drinking. We created this episode to help validate and normalize changing your relationship with alcohol because you choose to, not just because you have to.  They cover: What gray area drinking is, and a resource to learn more Feeling pressure to label yourself as a non-drinker and how this concept might make you feel more comfortable The...

In this episode, Jess shares advice on how to navigate when people accuse you of "faking" your chronic illness. We talk about the doctors who invalidate you, how to tell your family you're chronically ill, and how to navigate situations where friends simply just don't believe you. Jess shares many personal experiences/stories and everything she's learned since getting diagnosed with Lyme Disease,...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess share casually & vulnerably about how their lives feel hectic AF lately. They cover what changes they've been going through, what challenges they are currently facing, and some tips on how to take action in ditching the need for perfection, how to best manage stress & making sure you always prioritize self-care. Thank you to Switch Research for sponsoring t...

In this guest episode, Hailey & Jess interview guest Sammy Fischer: a healer, mental health advocate & founder of The Soul Bar, a holistic health company that believes we can transform drinking culture and heal the collective through normalizing zero-proof cocktails, providing holistic beverages, and promoting mindful consumption. During the episode we discuss: What “spiritually...

In this episode, Hailey and Jess talk about the evolution of social media: from AOL Instant Messenger (AIM) to Myspace, to Facebook, to Instagram, and now to TikTok. This episode is full of laughs, funny stories about their childhood and embarrassing ones as well.  Thank you to Switch Research for sponsoring this episode. You can use our code SOCIALSOUL20 for a discount on your guided self-lo...