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We're back with...Faith! Pick up where we left off last week for a conversation about story -- about how even the parts that don't quite make sense were meant to fit in all along. [In case you missed it, part one of this dialogue dropped last week, so you can learn more about Faith or listen to that episode here .] --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you&ap...

Today's episode I'll introduce my friend, Faith. Faith and I talk about life as an Enneagram 4, picking a college, failing at college, mentorship, faith, and things we thought going to a Christian college would do in the context of eternity. Come back next week for our dialogue about story -- how even the parts that don't quite make sense were meant to fit in all along. PS I referen...

This week's episode is a two-fer (again!). No one can tell us when to stop gabbing. In this episode I'm joined by a lover of gay country music -- and a writer of music himself -- Blake. You can learn more about this episode here . We'll talk about that one time Blake wrote a song about a one night stand, being vegan, being sober, being OVER dating, our Tinder bios, inequality in the...

This week's episode is a two-fer (again!). No one can tell us when to stop gabbing. In this episode I'm joined by a lover of gay country music -- and a writer of music himself -- Blake. You can learn more about this two-part episode here . This episode's focus is on being gay and lovin' God. Didn't think it was possible to do both? Well you're in for a nice treat. --...

Happy Christmas! Or Happy Whatever You're Celebrating Even if it Doesn't Feel Like a Celebration. Kaia will share with you a snippet from each of the Most Streamed Episodes of Warmly as we round out the end of the year, and a whole 6 months of weekly, Warmly content. Which episode was *your* favorite? Kaia will also talk through what it's like to be a guest here, in case you. were w...

This week we're chatting with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Enneagram 2, and college pal of mine -- Jillian Longway.  This is actually part TWO of a two-part conversation I had with Jillian. In part one [Episode 24], we talked about perfectionism, asking for help, struggling in struggle-free environments (ie. strict private school), breaking up with church, and somehow even more. But in *this...

This week we're chatting with Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Enneagram 2, and college pal of mine -- Jillian Longway.  We talked so much that this is just part ONE of this two-part series, and in this episode we'll discuss: Alaska, perfectionism, asking for help, struggling in struggle-free environments (ie. strict private school), breaking up with church, and somehow even more. --     If...

This week's episode is about a recent binge I did of The Skin Deep where I uncovered some similarities I shared with a recent guest of theirs.  I’lll talk about the silos we create where we house the experiences we've been through -- and how we often feel that sharing of these things eases our pain or helps us to process. This week's episode is an invitation to consider a new approa...

This week's episode is an invitation to be okay with not being grateful this week, this month, this year. 2020 has been rough, and it's okay for that to be enough. Even in the midst of holiday cheer. --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you'd like to share with the Warmly community, click here .  -- Special thanks. Warmly's theme music is written a...

This week's episode is about the worst kind of breakups ever: friendship breakups. Take a moment (or two) to listen to the letter Kaia wrote to an old friend whose distance left more questions than answers. --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you'd like to share with the Warmly community, click here .  -- Special thanks. Warmly's theme music is written...

This week we're talking to my friend and former college "classmate" Kristin (or Kris!). We weren't exactly pals during college but our shared experiences during and after that time have brought us together, and kept our mutual affections alive. On today's episode we'll be talking about how going to a small, private, Christian college shaped us, what Kristin wishes tha...

This week we're talking to my friend and former college "classmate" Kristin (or Kris!). We weren't exactly pals during college but our shared experiences during and after that time have brought us together, and kept our mutual affections alive. On today's episode we'll be talking about the process Kristin went through in deconstructing everything she learned about fai...

Some people say "new year new me" but when it's time for new skin, it's time. No one needs to wait for the ball to drop. This week we'll have a conversation with local Philadelphia musician, entrepreneur, and unofficial stand up comedian -- Brian Walker -- aka A Day Without Love. We'll talk about the creative process Brian used to work with me on writing Warmly's...

This week we're talking to my dear friend that I've never met in person -- Briona Jenkins. We'll be talking about adult friendships, balancing busyness, and people who are experience homelessness -- and how we can reframe a lot of the stigma. Things you might wanna know. 1. You can connect with Bri here .  I also wrote a blog post you might like here . 2. You can learn more about ho...

This week's episode is about toxic masculinity, and inspired by Justin Baldoni's TEDTalk titled "Why I'm done trying to be man enough." I'll share with you the six things he said that resonated with me, and why his message retains relevancy today. Things you might wanna know. 1. You can listen to Justin Baldoni's TEDTalk here . 2. I mentioned a lot of different r...

** October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month ** This episode is about domestic violence: what it is, what it isn't. You'll also hear a bit of Kaia's story and experience as a domestic violence survivor as well. Things you might wanna know. 1. You can learn more about No More at NoMore.org. 2. You can listen to more Bad Snacks or follow her here . -- If today's episode remind...

This episode is about that time Kaia did a boudoir shoot, and how it didn't change her life in the way she thought it would. We'll talk about fatness, self-love, and why everyone should do a boudoir shoot at least once. Things you might wanna know. 1. You can see more of Jaime's work here . Jamie does all kinds of photography, but especially wedding photography. Jaime did my engagem...

This week we'll be talking about what's next on Warmly! It's been a whole whirlwind of 10 full-fledged episodes, plus plenty of bonus content, and it's time to buckle in and get settled. Things you might wanna know. 1. Warmly was inspired in many ways by The Skin Deep. You can watch here , or buy a deck of their cards that will change your life (and relationships) here . 2. You...

This week we'll be talking about how I logged into my Disney+ account for the first time and watched Lilo & Stitch. We'll also talk about the timeless takeaways and impressions this film had on me as an adult. Things you might wanna know. 1. In case you've never seen this heartfelt film for yourself, you can watch the trailer here . 2. You can learn more about the enneagram here...

This episode is one of our *guidepost* series and we'll be doing a quick reflection on a post that Yung Pueblo made recently on treating others like humans instead of machines.  Things you might wanna know. 1. You can get more of Yung Pueblo's stuff here . 2. You can listen to more Bad Snacks or follow her here . -- If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you'd l...

This week we'll be talking about death. Specifically, we'll be talking with a special guest (my mom!) who is better known by others as Laura DeNooyer-Moore. She'll share with you about how she learned of death, how she taught her children about it, and the very last letter she wrote to her brother, my Uncle Dave, who never got to read it before he passed. FYI You can visit a Godfath...

This week we'll be talking about ghosting. Friend ghosting. We'll introduce you to special guest, Katie, and hear about a time she got ghosted by a friend, and why that ghosting doesn't make her angry anymore. CW: We'll also talk about things like spiritual trauma, and self-injury. --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you'd like to share with...

This week our theme is MENTAL HEALTH + WELLNESS. We'll introduce you to special guest, Melanie, and hear about why she built her career on helping people achieve mental wellness, and about some of her experiences working in a mental hospital. --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you'd like to share with the Warmly community, click here .  -- Special thanks....

Depression is the worst. But our words have the power to reach, support, and bring healing to those who are experiencing something as heavy and often unpredictable as depression. Join Warmly's host, Kaia, as she talks through the things that have kept her head held high lately, and considerations for how to show up for those you love. --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or s...

Join Warmly host, Kaia, as she talks through three (3) journaling (or verbal) prompts that she uses to connect with herself, give space for seasons of ache, and ultimately conduct an emotional pulse check. --     If today's episode reminds you of a story or sentiment you'd like to share with the Warmly community, click here .  -- Special thanks. Warmly's theme music is written and p...