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In this episode, we’re talking about romanticizing solo time: turning being alone into something that feels soft, powerful, and totally yours. From solo coffee dates to taking yourself on little adventures, we’ll break down how to make “me time” feel like a vibe instead of a punishment. [ Disclaimer ]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional menta...

Are you Type A or just running on iced coffee and anxiety? In this episode, we unpack the whole “Type A vs Type B” personality thing: why some of us can’t stop planning, and others are just trying to vibe. We talk stress, success, burnout, and how to find your sweet spot between doing the most and doing nothing. Grab your planner… or don’t. Either way, you’ll feel seen. [ Disclaimer ]: We want to...

In this episode, we dive into the 5 love languages and how they shape the way we give and receive love. Whether it’s through words, actions, time, gifts, or touch, understanding these can help improve your relationships—with friends, family, or a partner. It’s all about learning what makes you and others feel truly cared for. [Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to ser...

Whether you were the trial run eldest, the peacekeeping middle, the attention-hogging youngest, or the wildcard only child, this show dives into the scientific and unscientific chaos of birth order. Join our hosts (two eldest children telling each other "exactlyyy") as they swap stories, roast stereotypes, and attempt to answer the age-old question: is it nature, nurture, or just parenting? [ Disc...

Tune in to us diving deep into the rabbit hole of endless news feeds, viral memes, and catastrophic headlines. This week, we’re unpacking the art of doomscrolling—We’ll explore why we can’t look away and offer some tips to break the cycle and stay "off the grid." [ Disclaimer ]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or con...

Lie detectors—science or just a really expensive way to make people sweat? In this episode, we dive into the world of polygraphs, debunk the myths, and find out if they actually work (or if they’re just drama machines for reality TV). We’ll explore the history, the science, and one of the wildest cases where the polygraph totally backfired. [Disclaimer]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is n...

tune in to find out why megan and afifa are always running late! (and strategies to overcome it) [Disclaimer] : We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health. References : Knouse, L. E., & Fleming, A. P. (2016). Applying cogn...

tune into to find out how taking a walk cures everything! (maybe) [ Disclaimer ]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health. References: Monroy, M., & Keltner, D. (2023). Awe as a pathway to mental and physical health. Pe...

tag yourself: attachment style edition! join megan and afifa in exploring the history of attachment theory! [ Disclaimer ]: We want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. We are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health. References : Abrams DB, Turner JR, Baumann LC, Karel A, Co...

afifa, megan, and (guest) erin share their MBTI types and talk about the test's origins! [disclaimer]: we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health. references : Bess, Tammy L.; Harvey, Robert J. (2002-02-01). "Bimodal Score Dis...

why are some people chill when watching horror movies while others get chills? is it worth it to get psyched out? are there too many puns in this description? find out in this week's episode! [disclaimer] : we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialo...

megan and afifa confront their nightly procrastination habits and find out why they spend hours on their phones each night. [disclaimer] : we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health. references : Giurge, L. M., Yemiscigil, A.,...

megan and afifa talk astrology, p.t barnum, and the accuracy of zodiacs! [disclaimer] : we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health. references : Forer, B. R. (1949). The fallacy of personal validation: A classroom demonstratio...

megan and afifa start off by talking all things self-care; princess treatments, self-care planning, and the what the latest research recommends. [disclaimer] : we want to emphasize that this podcast is not meant to serve as or substitute professional mental health services or consultations. we are just doing this for fun and to start a more open dialogue about mental health references : Butler, L....