Are you dating or do you know someone that is navigating the new world of dating? Modern dating can be odd, heartbreaking, and disappointing. With each failed attempt to connect we may begin to feel unworthy. This episode features expert guest, Clarissa Christensen, LPC, who is in private practice in Texas and is the author of the soon-to-be-releas…

It's tough for Nice Girls to be honest about their anger. We would rather shove it down or fast forward to the grief and sadness. Often we're afraid that it will consume us or change us. But it won't. Listen to this Chai Talk episode to learn my three steps to moving through anger. Honor your experience so that you can heal it. Music by the lovely …

In our culture we hear a lot about "mindset". The idea that if you "get your mind right" you can achieve your goals. Though I think mindset is important, I think we miss the connection between the heart, mind, and body. Listen in to learn about understanding your "why", how to honor your heart, and ways to LIVE your goal every single day without me…

Have you ever felt confused by an interaction that you've had with someone? Maybe they were mean to you, or maybe they ignored you, or perhaps something just felt "off". My guess is that it's not you...it's the story that they've made up about you. Often this leaves us feeling anxious and confused. So what do you we do about other people's stories …

We make up stories about ourselves and others every day all day. For the most part these stories are untrue and can cause disconnection. In this Chai Talk we discuss why our brains are wired to make up stories, how to stop the process, and how to choose compassion over shame. We tie story-making into healing family relationships so that we are in c…

Are you mad? I bet you're completely uncomfortable! Let's get into why anger happens, how Nice Girls typically deal with anger, and discuss some healthy solutions. Acknowledging your anger will allow you to deepen your relationship with yourself and with other people. Don't be afraid of it! Anger is a healthy emotion. Listen in to deepen your under…

Letting go may be one of the hardest things that we learn to do. It seems to be a common saying, "Just let it go," but what does that mean? Tune in to hear why letting go is so challenging, learning to heal, and tools I've used to help me in the process of letting go. Music by Jessica MartindaleBy Jennifer Padilla-Burger

Here's a story about deciding who we are and what we're doing here! Join me in a discussion about knowing who we are and what gets in the way. Explore what you are doing here and how to show up as yourself. Also, I'm really excited to soon be sharing the next phase of Nice Girl Uprising! If you haven't already, join the email list at www.nicegirlup…

Do you not like what's happening on your bus? Then take it off! This Chai Talk will empower you to determine your goals, priorities, and boundaries. Remember, boundaries aren't mean...they are meant to protect you and to keep you focused on what is closest to your heart. Enjoy this final podcast of 2018! Special mentions: Music by Jessica Martindal…

Listen in to my conversation with Lisa Story, MA, CHC to hear about judgement, the layers of forgiveness, and asking ourselves the hard (but important questions). Lisa has so much wisdom to share about self-awareness, compassion, and re-identifying who she is a woman in her early fifties. This podcast was such a JOY to record! I hope that you are f…

What's your problem? This Chai Talk packs a punch in helping women to identify and solve a problem. It begins with trusting yourself and ends with being brave enough to do something with that information. Tune in to hear how making hard decisions can guide us towards living by our priorities and values - NOT by pleasing other people. Special mentio…

Grab a warm cup of something yummy and join in to listen to my conversation with my dear friend, Lucy Duni. We talk about self-care, perfectionism, failure, and self-worth. In our discussion we talk about modeling positive self-talk for our children and teaching them how to slow down by limiting their activities. We cover busy-ness and how we're sh…

Is it hard for you to Be Who You Are in the world? Sometimes when we enter groups we are the only people with jobs, families, bodies, or finances that look different than others. The idea of being "different" often makes us want to shrink and disappear. In this episode of Chai Talk I share a recent discussion that I had with my daughter about being…

In honor of Fire Prevention Week and Mental Health Awareness Day I'm sharing this interview with my husband. My husband is a firefighter and in this episode he sheds light on the importance of self-care. We discuss self-care in relation to mental health, stress reduction, and job satisfaction. At the end of this episode he asks me a question that m…

To manage times of hardship and challenge it is helpful for us to understand who we are. Listen in on this episode to learn how to identify your core values. Instead of focusing on the problem or the solution, let's turn our attention inward. Have a beautiful week remembering who you are... Special mentions: Music by Jessica Martindale…

Grab a Fall drink and listen in as Jenn Prentice and I discuss topics such as: social media, living with intention, core values, and clothes (of course!). We talk about who we are when we're in alignment with our values and who we become when we're not (hint: irritable, tense, rushed versions of ourselves!). Jenn has so much wisdom to share! Tune i…

How is your September going, Girl? If there is something that has been demanding your attention maybe you could put it down for a nap. Let go of it for a few hours (or minutes) so that you can come back to it with more creativity, organization, and freedom. Listen in to hear about this process and self-care ideas. Special mention: Music by Jessica …

Today we have a special guest, Natalie Maese! Listen to our conversation (over dirty chai, of course!) about self-care, freedom in the body, and our culture of "busy." My favorite part of our discussion was about female friendships. Natalie has some sage advice for us about repairing friendships - it's so good! Grab yourself your favorite beverage …

How do you deal with rude people? Sometimes strangers enter our day and bring bad vibes. This Chai Talk is about how we can handle rude people. The episode examines how to use mantra, gain perspective, and cultivate our own positive energy. Learn more about "Shoulders Back, Heart Forward" and how it helps me to be both kind and strong. Special ment…

Do you find that you compare yourself to other people? This Chai Talk is all about how to stay in your own lane. I propose three questions that we can ask ourselves in order to live a life that feels good on the inside. Do what you love; know your limits; and get clear on your priorities. When your path is guided by your heart, you'll always be hom…

Have you ever gone through something hard yet you find yourself waving and smiling like you're just fine? On the tails of my authenticity podcast I had this very experience in which I was behaving one way, but feeling another. In this Chai Talk we discuss the nuance of authenticity, building a tribe, and establishing a foundation of trust. Special …

What does it feel like to have your insides match your outsides? To have your inner thoughts be reflected in your words and body language? It feels GOOD and it allows us to be truly ourselves in the world. The sweetest part is that it helps our people to know us better. Jump into this Chai Talk in which I share a funny story from our recent family …

Are you struggling with something? It's hard to be in that space where there are more questions than answers. In this Chai Talk I get real about what it has been like for me to struggle in this season. There is a ray of light at the end though! We know we're not meant to travel alone and we know that these lessons often guide us towards wisdom, com…

I'm away on vacation this week and my goal is to move slower. Instead of doing our regular Chai Talk Podcast, we're going to enter a meditation that will help us be slow and soft. The meditation itself isn't slow, but hopefully it will calm your breath and center your heart. Enjoy!By Jennifer Padilla-Burger

Do you feel out of balance? Let's talk about how to live by our priorities instead of feeling scattered and overwhelmed. Remember, you get to choose how you want your life to feel. Tune in to get clear on what path you're choosing to walk on. Special reading from, "Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic For A Simpler, More Soulful Way Of Livi…

Do you care if you're popular or not? It seems like a weird question, but how often do we adjust our topics of conversation or our clothes in order to please other people? In this podcast, we'll discuss the power of knowing ourselves and the consequences for showing up authentically. The goal is to show up as we are and to honor those members of ou…

It's easy to be generous with people that we love, but what about those people that get under our skin? Can we be generous in our assumptions about their behaviors and intentions? To do that we have to set good boundaries so that we can come from a place of integrity. In this episode, I share a few passages from "Rising Strong" by Dr. Brené Brown. …

You know what I've noticed? We're hard on other women. But I think I know why...it's because we're even harder on ourselves. This Chai Talk is about changing our mindset to understand that there are enough seats at the table to share. Together we can light up a room. First, however, we have to start with being softer on ourselves. Listen in for how…

Let's talk about loneliness. We've all had the experience of being lonely. Maybe you're feeling lonely at this time in your life. In this podcast I offer 5 steps for moving from loneliness to connection. We discuss trust building (The Daring Way™ style), bravery, and staying open. Grab yourself a Chai and listen in.…

We often act with the best of intentions without being intentional. This leads us to say "yes" to things we actually don't have time to do. When we're not clear, we can also behave in negative ways that we ultimately regret. Listen in to hear how living with intention keeps me grounded instead of reactive. There's a challenge for you at the end of …

In this spicy Chai Talk I tell you about why I don't care what other people think. Well, I should clarify: I don't care what "everyone" thinks, I care about what the "right" people think. I have cultivated a core tribe that is wise, loving, and trustworthy. Their input paired with my own knowing allow me to make decisions that are filled with power…

It's hard to say what we mean, especially when we're worried about hurting someone else's feelings! However, skirting around the issue can often lead to greater confusion and disconnect. In this episode, we explore how to say what we mean in a way that is both kind and truthful.By Jennifer Padilla-Burger

Breaking up with a friend is so painful. We're often left with mixed feelings and heartbreak. In this episode we discuss a way to heal from a friendship break-up. www.nicegirluprising.comBy Jennifer Padilla-Burger