Who Says?

Have you ever wanted to be an athlete but didn’t know where to start? Or maybe you just got your dream job, or moved to a new city, and you’re in the, “This is great! And uh, now what?” stage of things? In today’s episode, we share our thoughts on the highs and lows that come with setting one (or several) long-term goals. Some say the hardest part is getting started while others say it’s staying i...

“The only time we suffer is when we believe a thought that argues with what is.” – Byron Katie You know that experience of getting sucked into a cycle of negative thoughts? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have freedom from those thoughts (the “shoulds”) that steal your happiness and peace of mind? So did we! Then we were introduced to the magical human being that is Byron Katie, an...

Not us! Though we sometimes judge ourselves when we do. That’s why today’s episode is about normalizing the experience of “bad days”. Maybe that's when you’re feeling upset and frustrated about something that happened, or you’re just fed up with how life is going. Oftentimes we feel guilty about the bad days. We think, “I should be better than this” or “I have the tools to shift my mindset, I...

Have you ever noticed how your happiness is tied to external factors? For example, “I’ll be happy when I finally get that raise…or partner…or new job…or take that trip.” In this episode, we share our thoughts about the pursuit of happiness vs contentment. It may sound like semantics but there is power in language. How powerful is switching up your pursuit? Join us and determine for yourself! And t...

Finances are a major source of stress for many of us because they have a way of exacerbating the “shoulds” in our life…which slowly chip away at our joy and peace of mind. In today’s episode, we are here to break the mold and declare financial wellness an essential part of our self-care routine! Join us as we share our financial journeys and discover how opening up about our finances can be a free...

Welcome back to another episode in our self-care series! Join us as we talk about the connection between self-care and the plans we put off for “some day”. We discuss how easy it is to talk ourselves out of trying something new and exciting, and the joy of finally honoring those desires. What if self-care is really just a matter of giving ourselves the chance to experience those things that we’ve...

Getting regular pedicures, facials, and massages are often viewed as indulgent or a luxury - which is why we often talk ourselves out of “indulging” in them. But have you noticed that you similarly quibble about carving out time for yourself to indulge in reading a book, taking a walk, or going to the gym? Me-time doesn’t have to cost anything, yet we hedge about it just as we do about spending mo...

Self-care is the theme of the year for us and, apparently, setting boundaries is a healthy way to practice it! Who knew?! Setting and communicating our limits (or boundaries) to others can be the key to our happiness and help us discover our true selves – that’s total power right there! Join us as we discover what a boundary is, how to set and maintain them, and learn an adorable song to help us r...

From sleep routines to walking 60 miles, this episode is all about the trials and tribulations of making lifestyle changes. Join us as we discuss the source for what gets us into committed action and how treating the journey like a game keeps us from giving up along the way! If you’ve wanted to learn a “new trick” or re-teach yourself a “new” old trick, this episode is for you! Share your thoughts...

What role did you play in high school? Were you a cool kid or a nerd? Did you try to fit in or did you relish doing things your way? Wherever you fell (or fall) on the social spectrum, chances are you know what it’s like to feel different or like you don’t exactly fit in with the rest of the “normies”. In this episode, inspired by the new Netflix show “ Wednesday” , we explore the concept of being...

Has perfection ever stopped you from being present or living your best life? That nagging feeling creeps into all of us at some point, especially around the holidays and planning big events! In this episode, we share our experiences dealing with the pressure of finding that perfect gift, throwing the perfect party, and having everything look “perfect” before the guests arrive! Join us as we discus...

Inspired by the book “Living with a SEAL”, this episode is all about what we didn’t think was possible. We all know we’re our own worst cheerleader and critic, so sometimes we have to be pushed out of our comfort zone by someone else. Someone who sees who we are and our potential, because it sure as heck isn’t always us! What have you accomplished that you didn’t think was possible? Can reflecting...

Have you ever heard of “cuffing season”? It’s roughly defined as that time of year when single people start looking for a partner to get thru the holiday season with. How soon is “too soon” to bring that special someone to your family’s holiday dinner? Or any special event? Join us as we explore the “cuffing season” phenomenon, feeling pressure to be in a relationship, and also the unappreciated j...

What do you think of when you hear the word “change”? Do you get excited at the thought of new experiences or nervous about what that change may bring? For many of us change can be challenging, especially when we are in the midst of it with no plan or ending in sight. Listen in as we share our experiences with the six-letter “c” word and how we deal with our own emotions when our paths are uncerta...

What gets in the way of us having exactly what we want from our relationships, our jobs and the organizations we interact with? Is it “just the way things are” or simply that we haven’t asked? In this episode, we kick resignation to the curb and discuss our experiences with making requests and reclaim our power by asking for exactly what we want! Join us to learn what supports us in speaking up an...

It’s the season of spookiness and we want to know: have you ever survived an encounter with an “energy vampire”? If you have, then you’re familiar with the experience of being with someone who drains you of your emotional energy (intentionally or unintentionally), leaving you exhausted. Join us as we share our personal experiences in how we each discovered the magic power of creating healthy bound...

The Who Says? ladies welcome special guest, Dr. Carmel Dekel-Wiseman, for an episode dedicated to a topic that is widely experienced and rarely discussed…fertility! Dr. Carmel has devoted her life to helping people get healthier. After a seven year journey to start a family, her mission now is to help couples “Build-a-Healthy-Baby”. During an open and honest conversation about fertility struggles,...

Special guest alert! In today’s episode, we conclude our interview with the Anxiety MD, Dr. Russell Kennedy! A physician, neuroscientist, stand up comedian, and author, Dr. Russ has spent most of his life getting to the source of anxiety. From medication to meditation, he’s tried it all! In this 3-part series, Dr. Russ shares with us his surprising discoveries about the root cause of anxiety and d...

Special guest alert! In today’s episode, we continue our interview with the Anxiety MD, Dr. Russell Kennedy! A physician, neuroscientist, stand up comedian, and author, Dr. Russ has spent most of his life getting to the source of anxiety. From medication to meditation, he’s tried it all! In this 3-part series, Dr. Russ shares with us his surprising discoveries about the root cause of anxiety and d...

Special guest alert! In today’s episode, we are joined by the Anxiety MD, Dr. Russell Kennedy! A physician, neuroscientist, stand up comedian, and author, Dr. Russ has spent most of his life getting to the source of anxiety. From medication to meditation, he’s tried it all! In this 3-part series, Dr. Russ shares with us his surprising discoveries about the root cause of anxiety and delivers hope t...

Each of us has a set of unique traits that form our personality and how we see ourselves. In today's episode, we discuss our thoughts around the Invisibilia Podcast titled, "The Personality Myth". Are we who we say we are? Do we allow those around us the opportunity to change? Join us as we explore the topic of personal identity and how that shapes our lives. Share your thoughts with us at whosays...

We all know someone who likes to complain. Maybe it’s a parent or coworker. Maybe it’s a close friend…or maybe it’s you! In this episode, Deanna shares an email from Dr. Gary Chapman (the author of The 5 Love Languages®) which suggests that what we complain about can be very telling of our primary love language(s). Dr. Chapman goes on to say that our complaints actually reveal what matters most to...

This episode was unplanned in the best possible way. We started this podcast as a way for the three of us to hang out more often, and that’s exactly what this episode captures…a behind-the-scenes meeting and hang out. By the end of our catch up we’d discussed how things were going with the podcast, hustle culture, how orchids and grass can be metaphors for life, and the power and importance of unl...

In this episode, Jennifer shares about the extraordinary journey she found herself on after the recording of our manifesting episode. The route was scenic and the pit stops included transcendental meditation, Buddhism introductions, and epiphanies on possibility and purpose. Call it manifesting magic, divine timing, or a straight-up miracle…the journey has resulted in increased peace and joy, and...

On today’s episode we welcome our very first guest, good friend and cohost of Breaking the Standard, Nicole Tripodi, as we discuss our experiences with manifestation! Does it work? Is it real? While we are not experts in the field, we do have some amazing insights and results to share after completing a 21-Day Manifesting Challenge! What do you think of manifestation? Have you tried or do you want...