Green & Clean Beauty with Brittany Witkin

This week we continue our education on household toxins and speak to Brittany Witkin, who is an expert in all things clean beauty. Brittany shares tools from her website and YouTube channel that will transform the way you think about buying cosmetics. Using our philosophy of “baby steps”, this episode provides resources to set you on the path for greener and cleaner beauty.

From the Episode:

• Brittany Witkin shares with us her story and how she landed in the green and beauty space.
• If you listened to our 2-part Toxin podcast, you know we LOVE baby steps. The free starter guide on Brittany’s site helps you start going green and clean. Start with the items that cover the most skin and go from there. 
• Angela has been struggling to find a solid option for mascara. Brittany just posted a video about this very topic. 
• What is good for you could be horrible for someone else. We are all different women, and so...

The Art & Skill Of Saying No

Just say No. When it comes to managing our time, “no” is often the word we (especially women) don’t say enough. Nicole is back with Angela to talk about how to prioritize your schedule, focus on major goals, and learn when and how to say the two-letter word. The ladies will guide you through the true art and skill of saying “no”, with practical ways to using that one word to create a more purpose-driven life.

From the Episode:

• Nicole gives us an update on her new real estate adventure.
• Sucky Moment of Week: Throwback to Season One! Angela shares her 4.5 with an inspired action that involves following your nose.
• When you say no, you have to say it and mean it. This is an empowering space of honesty and honoring the other person. 
• Setting boundaries can create a comfortable and genuine connection with someone else. Boundaries are a healthy part of relationship building.
• You don’t always have to respond...

The Superwoman’s Guide to Nutrition with Taylor Stolt

Have you been wanting to change your eating habits but have no idea where to start? There are plenty of fad diets out there, and Taylor Stolt brings her expertise to help you navigate the good, the bad, and the ugly. Learn how focusing on your entire health history can help you make smart decisions with your diet,  providing the groundwork for a more energized and vibrant lifestyle.

All Things Stress with Thom Allen

Do you feel like your life is constantly full of stress? You are not alone. Thom Allen is an expert on stress and this week he is here to share his wisdom. Learn how to identify when stress is a real problem, how being perpetually busy is hurting your health, and simple steps you can take today to ease the anxiety that stress can cause.

From the Episode:

• Thom Allen has been helping clients with stress for over 20 years. He brings his wealth of knowledge and experience to the podcast today.
• Stress is not the enemy. It is warning us.
• Don’t reach the brink before you start handling your stress.
• Ever bragged about how busy you are? Our society rewards those who overdo and live for stress. Thom and Angela chat about finding a balance where you can manage stress so your energy levels are sustainable.
• Boredom is actually a good thing! It increases creativity.
• Taking care of your mental health is just as important as your physical...

Detox Your Home - The How

Last week, we talked about the toxins in our daily lives. If you haven't listened to that episode, please do that before listening to this one. We promised to be back with solutions, so we’re back, full of ideas to help you detox your home. This episode is full of great starting points so you can begin making baby steps to a cleaner and safer environment for you and your family.

From the Episode:

• Have you been inspired? Nicole certainly has and shares with us the baby steps she’s been taking. 
• Common household items can make our rooms smell great, help us feel comfortable and make laundry easier, but some items you use every day are full of toxic ingredients. Angela gives us a head’s up on some of the surprising culprits.
• Where do I even begin? There are some simple tasks and chores that will make your home a healthier place.
• Going organic can seem like a huge leap, but Angela shares how focusing on certain food items and...

Detox Your Home - The Why

How can we tell what products in our home are safe? What should you look for and where do you even begin? This episode is the beginning of a multi-part series on environmental toxins, and we’ll be helping you take baby steps to make your home a safer place for you and your family.

From the Episode:

• Angela started learning about environmental toxins after a deep dive on practical minimalism. She knows learning about toxins can seem scary, but she focuses on education and empowerment instead of fear.
• Rome wasn’t built in a day, and neither is a clean/toxin-free space. We discuss baby steps you can take to start making changes in your home.
• Do your homework. Just because there is a slick website doesn’t mean it is unbiased and honest. Many “info sites” are funded by the same industry who is utilizing toxins in products, but we know the difference and we can clue you in on what to look for.
• Just because a label says...

Onward and Upward: The Exciting Future Ahead

You’ve heard the phrase “holistic approach” but what does that mean for your life? Our podcast will start focusing on Five Branches that will speak to a better you and we will be sharing common sense ideas and tools for you to get the most out of each branch.

Have you ever had to put things aside to take care of YOU? It’s often a healthy thing to take a step back and focus on what is really important. Angela and Nicole catch you up on what they’ve been up to these last few months while they’ve been on a much needed podcast hiatus.

Sucky Moment of the Week (4/5) Angela’s family has a major case of the sickies and are having to cancel plans left and right. Inspired Action Take the time to rest. Savor the rare moments where you get to stay in and snuggle.

Major Topic: Recognizing and Avoiding Burnout Angela and Nicole talk about a very real condition called BURNOUT – what causes it, the signs you have it, and how to avoid it.

Keep it Simple: Try This Think of the day as having a “flow” instead of a strict schedule you have to follow at all costs. Find your rhythm in the day and let a little of that hardcore routine go..

Angela SHOUT out to her mom who cancelled plans to take care of Luke while Angela podcasts. Mom Wagner is always taking one for the team.

From the Episode:

• Soulful Simplicity by Courtney Carver – bemorewithless.com

Sucky Moment of the Week (2/5) Nicole’s pleasant stroll with Fiona and the doggies took a messy turn when baby and dog body fluids happened ALL at once in full view of the neighbor. Inspired Action Remind yourself: It’s really not that bad.

Major Topic: Making Time For Simple Pleasures This week we borrow some knowledge from our Danish friends and learn a new word: Hygge. It’s all about making time to enjoy the little things that bring us joy.

Try This Shut off all the lights and eat dinner by candlelight one day this week.

Nicole SHOUT out to her new neighbor, Frida, who baked banana bread and brought it over. Small town hospitality reminds us to slow down and enjoy the little things.

From the Episode:

• How to Pronounce Hygge – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QSXiH_0HgwI
• How to Hygge book – http://amzn.to/2ExWRkM
  
  

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