It's Going To Be OK

The best part of this Okay listener’s week is the Monday morning coffee and chat she has with her local friendship club.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by e...

A listener named shares how her family and friends gave her hope after an unexpected breakup.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.c...

A vanity license plate sometimes says something silly like CATLADY. But sometimes it gives us a poignant message, when we need it the most.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 6...

Nora’s niece wrote a poignant poem for their younger sibling. It was a way for her to bridge the void that often grows when we grow up, and grow away from our siblings.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things...

All recovering girlbosses to the front. Let this be your reminder to not maximize and optimize today. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelin...

For many people, the okay thing in their day is their pet. Today we hear about the joy that a pet bunny brings to one of our listeners.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.5...

A pep talk for when you’re worrying about all the bad things that could happen in the future.  "Emily McDowell is a writer and illustrator, founder and formerly of the stationery brand Em & Friends. You can now find her writing on Substack. She is the co-author of "There Is No Good Card for This: What to Say and Do When Life Is Scary, Awful, and Unfair to People You Love." “It’s Going To Be OK” is...

Despite Nora’s taste in poetry, this poem submitted by a listener managed to thaw her heart and set the tone for a good day. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or b...

When the worst happens, it’s impossible to imagine a future where your life is okay. But when Peg looks around at her life 22 years after her husband died, she sees something amazing.   “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even...

While sitting outside amidst birdsong, one Okay listener reflects on choosing what her family life looks like. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGT...

Mary Gaad from Ohio tells us that right now is a tough season for her family: both her four-year-old son and husband have cancer. But despite the heaviness, both of them are reminding her that things will probably be okay.   “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel...

Being a parent to a queer child can be nerve racking. Will people accept them? Treat them well? Listener Zoe Gladstone shares that while those worries are present for her, there are also moments of intense gratitude when she realizes how many people out there want to love on her kid.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or...

After ending an engagement, Maggie moved into a new neighborhood that was perfect for taking her dog on long walks. Those walks helped her transition into the next chapter of her life.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even...

 Nora reminds listeners to accept compliments from others — who are we to besmirch their good taste? “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feeling...

If you ever catch yourself looking at your face, it’s wrinkles, it’s discoloration, it’s…WHATEVER, and have a negative word to say about yourself, we suggest taking a selfie. It’s a simple way to love yourself.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it migh...

In the words of our lord and savior, Taylor Allison Swift, Nora has never been a natural. She’s a trier. Here’s to the triers.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 o...

A listener tells us about a time when using the words “it’s going to be okay” got through to someone.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feeli...

Nora loves to seek out an estate sale and demand to know the entire life story of the person who died. This inevitably leads to some tender tears, but she loves these chance encounters and wouldn’t have it any other way. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel lik...

This Okay caller tells us about a very memorable Halloween costume that her child wore. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co. – “I...

Parenting can involve a lot of worrying about all the ways we’re unknowingly setting our kids up for future therapy. But for now, there’s stories at bedtime. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share y...

Our listener Karina brings back the BIRD CONTENT with her voice memo telling us about the significance of seeing a rare bird on her birthday.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at...

A sweet surprise from her mom when times are tough lets this listener know that it’s going to be okay.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feel...

When you have a friend, no matter from where, no matter what age, of course they’re going to show up to your football game. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by...

A few months ago Kate Kennedy shared the concept of “magical moments”- situations that feel like the entire world came together to bring you a wonderful treat. Nora reads some of our listeners' own magical moments.  “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it...

A court clerk has her day brightened by an unexpected splash of enthusiasm at work. “It’s Going To Be OK” is a daily podcast from Feelings and Co. Each morning, we bring you a short story, essay, or interview about one thing that makes us (or our guests) feel like it might not all be so bad – even if some things are. Share your OK thing at 612.568.4441 or by emailing IGTBO@feelingsand.co. – “It’s...