Best Carly Samudre Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 56: 5 Steps to Stop Toxic Thinking 23:20

1y ago23:20

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Do you struggle with stress and anxiety that stems from toxic thinking? Well, we gave a killer training all about the 5 steps to stop toxic thinking. As we were giving this training, all we could think about was how many other people would benefit from it. So we decide to make it a podcast episode! We took the audio from the training and are sharin…

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Episode 55: Building an Unhurried Life 26:14

1y ago26:14

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It’s me, Neal! And I’ve got another solo episode for you because I want to talk about building an unhurried lifestyle. Does any of this sound like you? You frequently switch lines at the grocery store to find the shortest one, change lanes in traffic because the one next to you is going faster, rush through tasks, or constantly feel behind on your …

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Episode 54: How to Inspire Joy in Others 25:38

1y ago25:38

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Who is someone you know who is really joyful? This is the person that every time you get to be around them you walk away with a lighter spirit. They radiate an unflappable attitude and inspire others to have joy. We all want to be joyful people who bring about joy in others, but the question is how do we do that? How do we bring out the joy in othe…

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Episode 53: Therapy vs. Coaching: Which Do You Need? 22:52

1y ago22:52

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We have heard many people use the words "therapy" and "coaching" interchangeably. But are they really the same? How are they different? When we are feeling stuck in life, we know that we need a little help but it can be difficult to know what exactly we need to get unstuck. In this episode, we are exploring what makes therapy and coaching unique an…

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Episode 52: How to Overcome the Disappointment of Unmet Needs 14:06

1y ago14:06

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You don’t have to look far to see that unmet needs are everywhere! This might be in our own lives or in those around us. These needs might be needing to feel respected by peers, to feel seen, to feel heard, and to feel love and validation from their family. All of these are valid and good needs, but the ways we often go about trying to get them met…

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Episode 51: 5 Actions After Tragedy 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

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This has been a heavy few weeks for us. If you don’t know, we live in Nashville just down the road from where the recent school shooting occurred. After the shooting, we spent a lot of time processing and wrestling with this tragedy and we are still dealing with a lot of heartaches. It has brought up the topic of how we process and deal with traged…

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Episode 50: How to Reestablish Safety 25:37

1+ y ago25:37

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The inspiration for this episode actually came when I (Neal) was on another podcast sharing the idea of feeling safe to play versus playing it safe. It got me thinking more about the idea of safety and how it is a prerequisite for joy in our life. When we talk about safety, we aren’t just talking about the absence of danger but feeling emotionally …

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Episode 49: Change Your Thinking About Thinking 20:10

1+ y ago20:10

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Do you have negative thoughts that spiral out of control? Or maybe it’s just a lingering thought in the back of your mind making you doubt if you are good enough. If you do, you aren’t alone! Dealing with negative thoughts is very much a part of being human. We have thoughts that cause us to worry, have anxiety, or experience fear daily. In this ep…

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Episode 48: Can You Actually Find Joy in Suffering? 16:33

1+ y ago16:33

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Is it possible to be joyful in suffering? And if it is, how do we do it? I am so excited for my first solo episode! Carly has done a few solo episodes already, but this will be my first! And it’s a doozy of a topic. I’m talking about finding joy in the midst of suffering. This is by far one of the hardest situations to find joy in, but I’m about to…

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Episode 47: Get Unstuck in Your Romantic Relationships 20:05

1+ y ago20:05

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It’s Valentine’s Day, and for some, it is a time to reignite the spark in a romantic relationship. If you and your significant other have been feeling a little stuck lately, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Many couples in long-term relationships can start to feel like they’re just going through the motions. But here’s the good news - there’s a super…

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Episode 46: Panic Attacks & Anxious Spirals 26:35

1+ y ago26:35

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Are you ready to take control of your emotions and learn practical ways to manage panic attacks and anxious spirals? Look no further! Today we have a solo episode with Carly where she dives deep into this important topic and answers a listener's question. 4.7% of adults in America will experience a panic disorder at some point in their lifetime, an…

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Episode 45: Attachment Styles: How to Build Secure Relationships 23:08

1+ y ago23:08

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Relationships can be tricky. Some of us seem to navigate them with ease, while others of us constantly struggle. And many times, some of us find ourselves falling into the same relationship patterns over and over again. Why is that? What makes relationships seem so difficult sometimes? Well, it has everything to do with your attachment style. With …

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Episode 44: A Practical Plan for Emotional Health 21:54

1+ y ago21:54

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If you want to be more joyful and emotionally healthy, it's time to make a plan! This episode is here to provide you with the tools you need to create a practical plan and a more flourishing emotional life. Let's explore five dimensions we can focus on to make that plan come alive: gratitude, exercise, purpose, connection, and self-care. You can cr…

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Episode 43: The Gift of Grief 27:38

1+ y ago27:38

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We're excited for the new year and everything it has in store. We know that while some people may have welcomed the new year with cheer, others may have felt a lack of hope or disappointment. If you fall into the latter group, this episode is for you! We recently had an episode all about celebration, but we realized we didn't address the other half…

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Episode 42: An Exciting Start to the Year! 6:11

1+ y ago6:11

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Happy New Year! 🎉 We've been eagerly waiting for this moment for quite some time. Tomorrow is OFFICIALLY the launch day for Start From Joy, our debut book! To celebrate, I (Neal) wanted to share a short 6-minute episode to tell you a little more about why we wrote this book, some bonuses you can still take advantage of today, and the message we can…

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Episode 41: How to Celebrate for the New Year 17:11

1+ y ago17:11

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As we ring in the new year, it's a perfect time to take a moment to look back, reflect, and celebrate all that we've accomplished. But if you're feeling like you don't have much to celebrate after a tough year, listen in! We'll be sharing three things you can choose to celebrate in the new year, no matter how you're feeling. These are small, simple…

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Episode 40: How to Break Relational Patterns 17:41

1+ y ago17:41

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Have you ever struggled with relationships? Don't worry, we've all been there! But the good news is that building emotionally healthy relationships with the things we want to change in our lives can be a fun and rewarding journey. So don't give up! This episode is all about sharing tips and strategies to help you navigate those tricky relationship …

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Episode 39: How to Stop Overwork & Enjoy Your Work 27:49

1+ y ago27:49

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We’re back for another episode in our series about healing our emotional relationships with the parts of life we are trying to change. And this week, we are talking about that place we spend around 90,000 hours of our lives at—work. This episode might hit home for many of our listeners as work can often be where we tend to find our identity, succes…

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Episode 38: How to Heal Money Anxiety & Shame 22:23

1+ y ago22:23

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Have you ever thought, “If I just had a little more money, it would take care of my problems?” Or perhaps you’ve thought, “Money is evil and corrupts those who have it.” Regardless of which money camp you may land in, these are both examples of unhealthy emotional relationships with money. Last week on the podcast, we started talking about how we c…

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Episode 37: How to End Food & Body Shame 28:23

1+ y ago28:23

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We are tackling a topic that’s a bit personal for us—our relationship with food and body shaming. There’s nothing wrong with trying to make our bodies healthier, but it can lead us to a place where we struggle to stick to our resolutions and set unrealistic goals, which can lead to an unhealthy relationship with our self-worth. In this episode, we …

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Episode 36: 3 Strategies to Navigate Being Home for the Holidays 18:31

1+ y ago18:31

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Do you get excited about the holidays and decorate as early as possible? Do you have your Christmas tree up before the Halloween candy is gone? We love the holiday season, but know that while many feel excitement over the decorations, holiday-flavored coffee, and spending time with family, the holiday season can also be filled with stress and disap…

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Episode 35: Is Your Shame Too Much? 21:28

1+ y ago21:28

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Have you ever felt like you are not enough? We talk a lot about trading guilt, shame, and fear for joy when it comes to positive change in our lives. And today, we're going to focus on what we think is the most intense of these emotions—shame. In our book, Start From Joy, we dive deep into this topic, and in this episode, we'll cover how to know if…

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Episode 34: When You Don't Want to Change 23:38

1+ y ago23:38

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This episode is a special one because it is based on a question from a listener! The question has to do with the willingness (or, in this case, the unwillingness) to embrace change. You may not want to change if you have a bad or unhealthy habit that you just aren't ready to quit yet. Or, maybe your feelings towards someone else need to change, but…

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Episode 33: How to Practice Acceptance in Difficult Circumstances 27:30

1+ y ago27:30

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We all experience negative emotions in life. But how can we handle these feelings appropriately? Do we try to get rid of them as quickly as possible? A lack of acceptance, whether for a situation in our lives or how we feel, can hold us back from having joy. Even worse, it can sabotage and keep us stuck in a spiral of anxiety or fear. In this episo…

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Episode 32: Taking Ownership When It's Hard 30:41

1+ y ago30:41

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If you are human, you probably have made mistakes. Making mistakes is just part of life and part of the process of learning new things, but that doesn’t mean it’s enjoyable. It’s difficult to take ownership when we mess up. And if we are in a leadership position or over someone else (like being a parent or a supervisor at work), it can be even more…

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Episode 31: Recognizing & Combating Toxic Positivity 16:55

1+ y ago16:55

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Today, we're continuing our deep dive into our book, Start From Joy, leading up to its release on January 3rd, 2023. This episode's topic can really frustrate us and needs to be clarified. We're talking about toxic positivity, which is when we think that positive emotions are the only ones that are okay to feel. Listen in as we discuss toxic positi…

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Episode 30: How to Embody a Start from Joy Lifestyle 16:05

2y ago16:05

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If you’ve been following along for a while, then you know our book, Start From Joy, is hitting shelves at the beginning of 2023. But before that happens, we wanted to do a special episode about what it means to “start from joy.” What do we mean when we say “start from joy,” and why do we all need it to lead a fulfilling life? Listen in as we take s…

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Episode 29: How to Find Joy in the Midst of Worry 18:08

2y ago18:08

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One of our dear listeners, Michelle, recently sent in this question: “How do I find joy even when I’m constantly worrying?” Oh man, can you relate? Do you often go through the day feeling anxiety or worry? Do you have a lot of those “what if” questions on repeat? In this solo episode from Carly, she is answering this question, exploring how to calm…

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Episode 28: How to Embrace the Waiting with Barb Hill 24:52

2y ago24:52

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Most of us would say that we don’t enjoy waiting. It can be very uncomfortable, frustrating, and even nerve-wracking! Because of this, we often miss the gift that is there to be discovered in the waiting. Our guest today is Barb Hill, a Licensed Mental Health Therapist and author of Seasons of Waiting. Whatever kind of season of waiting you’re in, …

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Episode 27: Emotionally Healthy Productivity with Blake Stratton 34:00

2y ago34:00

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The balancing act between ambition, work, and commitment to family is a difficult one! We can feel like our best years with our family are slipping away when we focus on getting other things done. Additionally, so many of us are stuck in a never-ending loop of disappointment in goals yet to be achieved. In this episode, we are joined by Blake Strat…

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Episode 26: Vulnerability and Ending Isolation with Aaron Walker 34:34

2y ago34:34

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What comes to mind when we say “isolation?” Is it something like a small island with a lone palm tree? We all can feel this way at times, whether that is due to a recent move or maybe a friend that has pulled away. But on an even deeper level, the truth is we all shy away from being vulnerable with those around us, creating an environment that actu…

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Episode 25: How to Assume the Best in People 20:46

2y ago20:46

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A few years ago, we were returning home from a long road trip when we hit an unexpected delay at a rest stop. Another family blocked our way and it felt like forever before we could get back on the road. When we finally did, I (Carly) turned to Neal to share our annoyance but, to my surprise, his response was totally different from mine! If we’re h…

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Episode 24: 10 Signs of Unsafe People 31:18

2y ago31:18

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We are surrounded by relationships with people. And while we don’t always get to choose the people around us, like our co-workers and family members, we do have a responsibility to construct boundaries wherever necessary around those relationships that keep us safe. The key to doing this well is to be able to identify who is or isn’t a safe person.…

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Episode 23: Building Fun Friendships in an Isolated World with Blake Blankenbecler 34:56

2y ago34:56

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Have you felt lonelier in your friendships and relationships since the pandemic? 2020 changed the landscape of friendships and relationships today. Beyond that, friendships already aren’t given the same weight in our culture as a dating relationship or a marriage typically gets. To help us discuss how we can build more sustainable friendships in a …

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Episode 22: The Right Way to Change Your Thoughts 20:16

2y ago20:16

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Do you ever feel like you're spinning your wheels trying to change your negative thought patterns? Or do you ever feel frustrated by the suggestions of people who say to simply stop thinking a certain way? If so, you aren’t alone! When we try to change what we think, we sometimes do so in a way that either is shame-based or merely stuffs our though…

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Episode 21: Setting Boundaries for Your Emotions & Relationships with Dr. Alison Cook 23:05

2y ago23:05

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Let’s talk about emotional boundaries! Have you ever had a recurring negative message you tell yourself? Or have you ever internalized a message someone else said about you? Emotional boundaries help us set up a checkpoint in our minds and relationships that stops a statement or thought in its tracks before letting it pass. If a statement is untrue…

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Episode 20: The 6 Barriers to Play 25:26

2y ago25:26

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When was the last time you did something just for the fun of it? Seriously! Whenever we are in a state of stress or anxiety, play is often the first thing that gets pushed to the back burner. But play is SO important for an emotionally healthy life! It acts as a “stress buffer” and often makes us feel at ease in the face of high stress. Today, list…

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Episode 19: Finding Joy & Overcoming Anxiety with Shaunti Feldhahn 28:49

2y ago28:49

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Have you ever felt so bombarded with stress and worry that joy is the last thing on your mind? We live in a hectic world where we often strive to just be “okay” and joy seems like an elusive concept to actually reach. Well, our guest today is Shaunti Feldhahn, a social researcher that has used her superpowers to find eye-opening and life-changing t…

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Episode 18: Healing Your Relationship to Anger 14:00

2y ago14:00

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Anger is a tough emotion for so many. For some of us, we struggle with rage and explosive anger. For others of us (like Neal shares is his experience), we actually haven’t allowed ourselves to feel anger at all. If you come from a background where anger meant destruction, abuse, or that you were in an unsafe situation, you might, like Neal, have a …

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Episode 17: Practicing Healthy Growth for Leaders with Alex Judd 29:03

2y ago29:03

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Have you ever sacrificed your personal growth to accomplish a business goal? We often make this choice in our careers thinking it will make us better leaders when in reality it is halting us in our tracks. In this episode, we are discussing what it means to practice healthy growth as a leader, aspects of emotional health entrepreneurs often get wro…

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Episode 16: The Emotional Side of Fitness with Rickey Lane Jasper 23:34

2y ago23:34

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Has summer got you wanting to hit the gym more? Or maybe you are looking to go from dad bod to summer bod? Summer has a way of making a lot of us want to get fit, healthy, and just be more active. However, too often we approach fitness from an emotionally unhealthy place like shame, guilt, or fear. We don’t want that for you! Today, Neal is joined …

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Episode 15: How to Navigate Fear & Anxiety 20:59

2y ago20:59

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It’s time for us to have a conversation about our most commonly requested topic! What is that, you ask? Fear and anxiety. This is a HUGE part of many people’s stories (including our own) so we know this topic is such an important part of life to address. In this episode, we hope to shed some light on the difference between fear and anxiety, how to …

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Episode 14: The Essential "Boundaries Are Healthy" Episode 29:56

2y ago29:56

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Can you even call yourself a health and emotional wellness podcast if you don’t talk about this one topic? We often refer to it as the b-word for therapists; that’s right - boundaries! 🙂 Boundaries are one of our favorite things to talk about because so many of us often get them wrong. In this episode, Neal & Carly are going to clear some things up…

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Episode 13: Redefining Success with Tim Schurrer 33:31

2y ago33:31

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Is your life not “going according to plan?” Maybe you expected to be married, or further in your career, or have a higher number in your bank account by now. These beliefs are called “false scripts.” They appear when we place an expectation of how our life will go based on ideas we get from culture, family expectations, trauma, or past life experie…

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Episode 12: Giving Yourself Permission to Rest with Curtis Zackery 28:54

2y ago28:54

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It’s officially summer! This time of year is supposed to be a time of rest with family vacations, winding down, and slower rhythms. However, people often struggle to allow themselves to rest and instead try to squeeze every last bit of “productivity” out of the summer months. Before we fill our calendars with sporting events, vacations, and pool pa…

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Episode 11: 5 Things We Get Wrong About Emotional Health 22:16

2y ago22:16

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This week, we are excited to be sharing our first solo episode! (*cue the confetti* 🎉) Carly and Neal are talking all about common misconceptions about emotional health. The reality is that we are limited in our ability to live emotionally well in all areas of our lives if we believe these misconceptions. So in this episode, you’ll hear the top 5 t…

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Episode 10: Emotionally-Safe Parenting with Dr. Josh Straub 38:54

2y ago38:54

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Dr. Josh Straub, co-founder of Famous at Home, is a kindred spirit of ours. We have similar passions, work in similar fields, and we live just a stone’s throw away from each other. When Josh and his wife, Christi, first became parents, they started researching how to be the best parents they could be. While they didn’t find some secret sauce to mak…

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Episode 9: Keeping Work Light & Fun with Suzie Barbour 32:01

2y ago32:01

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We are in the middle of an unprecedented, global mental health crisis and that is playing out in many work cultures. The Great Resignation emerged out of post-pandemic trauma and we are seeing an increased awareness of emotional safety in the workplace culture. Geek out with us on today’s episode as we are joined by the queen of crafting emotionall…

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Episode 8: Parenting Black and Brown Children in a White World with Shanera Williamson 41:08

2y ago41:08

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How do we parent black and brown children in today’s culture? How do we parent them in a way that edifies and empowers them in their identity? Today, Neal is having an open and vulnerable conversation with Shanera Williamson, host of the Brown Mama Bear Podcast, and someone who believes all children deserve to grow up in a world where they are seen…

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Episode 7: The Emotional Rollercoaster of Entrepreneurship with John Meese 33:38

2y ago33:38

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The journey of entrepreneurship is an emotionally challenging one, including a unique mix of fear, excitement, disappointment, and purpose. How we navigate those challenges is what equips us to lead a thriving business and team. In today's episode, Neal is talking with his good friend John Meese, a business expert, passionate entrepreneur, and auth…

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