we're trying to be more adventurous in life, but not gonna lie, i'm not sure we're built for it, because between not knowing how to swim, getting motion sick, and getting overstimulated, we're better off in the comfort of our own homes. but that's not to say we wouldn't go touch grass, we just need someone to guide us throughout it yanno? like where are the ... Show More
Jul 3
summertime sadness, loyal story likers, and exposure therapy
this episode we chat about what’s been on our mind recently which has been a weird mixture of things… from the start of summer, niche instagram social bubbles, to exposure therapy and the things that make us anxious. so listen to catch up with us <3 follow us: @grownkld@gaelaitor ... Show More
32m 5s
Jan 2025
You’re Allowed to be Happy
2025 is already doing the most! From navigating the impacts of the LA wildfires while parenting, to facing the realities of a new president, and trying to survive sleep amidst the middle of the night needs of kids, the Mamas discuss how - and if - they can find JOY when the world ... Show More
51m 2s
Aug 2024
Take Permission To Discover What You Really Want: Not What Others & The Culture Want For You
This is at the heart of what drives you. Many of you. Most of you. And I’ve been there too. You are driving along every day after things you haven’t really agreed with. And then you wonder why you don’t feel motivated and you’d rather just scroll social media, eat, drink, numb or ... Show More
57m 52s
Jan 2025
Solo Episode: Sometimes you were meant to fail so you could succeed elsewhere
On this week's solo episode, I'm diving into exposure therapy, how I got over my deep fear of flying, and why I'll always be an aisle seat biddie over a window seat biddie. I overshare about my EDM club days as an NYU college student, what the Avicii documentary can teach us all ... Show More
50m 26s
Mar 2025
why is it so hard to make friends?
in this solo episode, i share some honest thoughts on my struggles recently to make meaningful friendships and I unpack the psychology behind our craving for a built-in social circle, why adulthood makes friendships feel so much harder, and what we can actually do to cultivate re ... Show More
32m 30s
May 2024
2161: Joy is Best Shared by Ryan Frederick of Here.life on Friendships & Relationships
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2161:Dive into the heartwarming message of shared joy as presented by Ryan Frederick in "Joy is Best Shared." The article re ... Show More
8m 48s
May 2022
How comfortable are you with the unknown? [168]
This week we're talking risk, ambiguity and the great unknown. As Louise prepares to teach her annual course, she has been reflecting on the blocks and fears that so many artists experience. Together, we explore our own comfort with risk - where are we willing to leap into the un ... Show More
45m 42s
Jul 2024
152. battling the heat, happiness & being comfortable with sadness
today i’m talking about how i’m surviving the heat without AC in london and my complex about certain things like ironing and mopping. i’ll also dive into a deep conversation about happiness – what it means, how it feels, and how we often confuse it with pleasure. we’ll discuss ho ... Show More
39m 39s
Sep 2024
EP 114: Why Bother? Navigating Burnout and Rediscovering Purpose with Jennifer Louden
When was the last time you said, “Why bother?”
When overwhelm, exhaustion, burnout, and the weight of responsibility set in, it's easy to become cynical and ask, "What's the point?"
Cynicism can be a defense mechanism, shielding us from difficult emotions or experiences, but it ... Show More
1h 7m