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Feb 2024
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My Sister is Mad At Me, Working Remote a...

ALLISON WETIG AND CEARA KIRKPATRICK
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Ep 162: We’re back for our monthly What Would Your Bestie Do?! where Allison and Ceara answer your questions and give their best advice. Needing some advice? Send in your questions at https://www.alreadyfriendspodcast.com/wwybd! 

WWYBD topics this month include sister drama and unrealistic expectations, moving to a new state, whether or not to do the digital nomad lifestyle, helping a friend with bad eyebrows, and more! And as always, Allison and Ceara catch up on life - Allison recently returned from Tulum, Mexico, and Ceara is headed to Philadelphia and Charleston. 


CHAPTERS:

(00:00) Introduction and Housekeeping

(00:45) Catch up and Tulum Trip

(03:01) Super Bowl Flight

(03:30) Tulum

(04:00) Sweat Lodge Ceremony

(04:27) Benefits of Sweat Lodge

(05:24) Vulnerability and Ayahuasca

(06:21) Duration and Experience of Sweat Lodge

(07:28) Effects on Body Temperature

(09:04) Positive Affirmations and Closing Ceremony

(10:11) Other Activities in Tulum

(11:08) Cacao and Tacos in Tulum

(13:04) Getting Sick from Street Tacos

(14:22) Unhinged Era and Future Travel Plans

(14:46) Upcoming Trip to Pennsylvania

(16:09) Documenting Grandmother's Stories

(20:22) Welcome Party and Wedding Preparations

(21:12) Recognized by a Podcast Listener

(23:35) Reunion with College Roommate

(24:29) The Joy of Friendship and Roommates

(25:27) The Challenges of Adult Friendships

(26:24) Creating Meaningful Connections

(26:52) Group Trips and Creating Lasting Memories

(28:20) Balancing Personal Priorities and Family Expectations

(28:40) Navigating Sister Drama

(33:09) Being Supportive and Understanding

(33:34) Normalizing Acceptance of Financial Limitations

(34:56) Preparing for a Big Move

(35:26) Minimizing Possessions and Simplifying

(36:46) Considering the Cost of Moving

(37:13) Letting Go of Sentimental Items

(38:08) Creating Routine and Structure While Traveling

(39:58) Trying Out the Lifestyle Before Committing

(40:27) Maintaining a Routine and Grounding Practices

(46:25) Respecting Individual Style Choices


MENTIONS:

Allison's Tulum Recs (Otti, Holistika, Temezcal)

Ansley's Episode - Environmental Wellness

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