BS with Bethany Simko

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The Phases of Your Cycle | Working WITH Your Body & Energy Mar 26, 2024

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This has been a highly requested episode and I'm excited to dive into the phases of your menstrual cycle and the things I've been learning about it.

You guys KNOW how rough my "3rd week" (or luteal phase) has been. I literally talk about it on here all the time, and this week I realized that my luteal phase hasn't been nearly as bad as usual.

Understanding where I am in my cycle & the how the phases differ has been an actual life saver. "Ohhh so I'm not insane, I'm just in my luteal." Gotchaaa

Lately I've been changing a lot of things about my lifestyle & mindset. I really want to do more episodes about what exactly those changes have been and the results I've seen. But in this episode, I share quite a few new techniques and insights I've been learning when it comes to respecting & listening to your body - especially NSR techniques (nervous system regulation) to get your body out of fight or flight so it can actually HEAL.

We also chat about some of my favorite books and resources I've been finding. I'll link those below!

Manifesting Bestie Podcast Mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mNhTcXtIu7bGjoEg7mAon?si=b94ec34483b942ff

Books Mentioned (I listened for free on Spotify):

You Are The Placebo: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TUGkRDokACAv50kGbKAj7?si=7654ce4c14694897

The Power of Your Subconscious Mind: https://open.spotify.com/show/1oZm2N8ki8Bou3JmgHuqQo?si=61a59e17617c4176

The Law and The Promise: https://open.spotify.com/show/3eBUxHahk0WVvHx6XmbwDN?si=77cd0f51ca844a44

The Power of Awareness: https://open.spotify.com/show/07PnaoX9lEAfsk1igTXfhT?si=7b3b9ab4e0b249de

SO excited for you guys to dive into this one!! I ended up getting a little off topic (when do I not?) but literally in the best way. Love youuu

The Day I Lived | March 7, 2020 Mar 07, 2024

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Happy 1 Year of BS with Bethany Simko!

It used to piss me off when people would say "It gets better". But looking at the life I have now, I can only agree. And it doesn't just get better, it gets phenomenal.

This time of the year is full of big anniversaries for me. When I was 17, I was having an extremely hard time with my mental health, to the point that 4 years ago, I attempted to leave this here earth.

Here I am now at 21, living in Hawaii as a fitness instructor with the opportunity to lay in the sunshine and impact the lives around me. During my workout meetup in Ohio, I had the distinct feeling that I know what I'm here. Hearing the stories from each and every girl there and hearing the way my life has touched theirs, I felt a wave of gratitude and a sense of purpose. It makes sense why I had to learn the lessons I learned.

Can you imagine I didn't get to experience all of this? I'm taking this life as the second chance I know it is and asking for everything and more. Because this is my fairytale and it's yours too.

If you are struggling, I encourage you to reach out to someone around you, or contact the suicide hotline 988 for immediate help. It won't feel like this forever, and your soul belongs on this earth. I love you <3

Newman Parker on Persistence and Trusting in your Dreams Feb 26, 2024

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When it comes to all things luxury and taste, Newman Parker is your go to. But his road hasn't always been paved with premium leather.

On today's episode, Newman walks us through his journey through content- starting as a kid with a beauty influencer fixation and a YouTube channel, to now working with world class luxury brands and living in his dream apartment.

The way that Newman is so willing to throw himself into any situation and give it his all is nothing short of inspiring. Nothing will stop his persistence. He detailed how faced with bullying, failed channels, and financial struggle, he always did it for the mf plot and for his younger self with a dream. He knew he had something greater waiting for him (byeee HEB).

Newman is the definition of trusting the mf universe and BSing it until something clicks. I hope y'all are just as inspired as I am after listening to him because I'm ready to go out and quit a job just for the hell of it rn

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Feb 4, 2020 | Being My Own Safe Place Feb 04, 2024

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February 4th marks 4 years since I was SA'd and that sentence still feels wild to write. I feel so far removed from the person that I was, and yet that scared little girl is inside me every day.

Everyone can see a big event like that. It's a big, traumatic, physically obvious moment. There were detectives, and hospitals, and social workers, and it's an event you can put a name to. But, what you can't explain, are all the little moments in between. The lead up, the after math, and things completely unrelated. Those are what are heavy on my heart coming up to this anniversary.

The way I was speaking to myself for years left deep pathways in my mind and led me to believe that no matter how hard I tried or what I did, I would never be good. It led me to try to find a place that I could just be good or be enough.

And it landed me in a dangerous position where I was hurt, and it seemed like it came out of nowhere. But, for me it was just another drop in the bucket because I had already felt inherently damaged for ages.

And that's a heartbreaking way to feel about yourself.

So I had to realize how much more pressure I've been putting on myself by the way I speak in my own mind. I was going through so much and my mind was tearing me down for even struggling. Backwards right? But, I think we all do that to ourselves.

This anniversary is about learning to be the one to sit with myself in every little moment and say "I am so sorry sorry I spoke to you like that. I am so sorry you had to go through everything you did"

I'm learning to be good enough for myself. I'm learning to speak to myself like someone I love. I'm learning how to be my own safe place.

Emily Fuller is Really MF Good at Pivoting Feb 04, 2024

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I have looked up to Emily Fuller since we were 15 and she started an incredibly successful scrunchie business that inspired a jewelry brand of my own. She has always inspired me through her ability to create value, take inspired action, and maintain a positive mindset.

So, this week I sat Emily down and made her spill all her secrets. At one point I asked Emily about her biggest failure and she straight up didn't have an answer for me. She said "my definition of failure would be giving up on something. The only times I've come close to giving up on something has actually just been a pivot because I realize life's taking me in another direction. And I get excited about that. Life wouldn't be taking me this direction unless it's going to benefit me or it's going to be better than whatever else is in the past.”

In that moment it hit me- Emily is just really mf good at pivoting.

No matter what she does, she seems to succeed. No matter where she goes, people seem to love her. Because nothing phases her- it's all just a new opportunity

Listen along as Emily touches on her favorite journal prompts to help her over come limiting beliefs and frame “failures’ as a pivot to find her next foothold. Speaking with Emily is always so inspiring- I came away from this interview glowing and I know you will too.

I hope you absorb some of her bright energy today and remind yourself that it doesn’t matter your age or circumstance, you’re always one pivot away from a completely different life and YOU are in charge

Green Flags ✅ Jan 01, 2024

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I have just a *few* non-negotiables for a relationship. He just needs to be absolutely incredible in every way. But honestly, I'm discovering that the more I work on myself, the higher my standards get for a partner

So if you want to know how to tell if this man is going to make your life a living heaven or a living hell, listen along because we're chatting about some good criteria here

Y'all liked the Red Flags episode, and I have a feeling you're gonna love this one. LOVE YA

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Red Flags 🚩 Dec 25, 2023

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When it comes to dating, I have a HEFTY list of red flags that I look out for. Girl we know the men out there can be a little crusty so as I've gone out and about on little dates or through relationships, I've complied a big long list of red flags that I look out for

Listen along as I lay out my list of things that I absolutely will not tolerate in relationships (and honestly, for most anyone I go out with atp)

also I fully meant to make this episode about both red + green flags but I talk a lot and didn't wanna make this crazy long. SO I'll record the green flags episode asap

Lmk if y'all have any other red flags you would add to this list! (or your favs from the list)

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Money Mindset & Manifestation | Shifting Your Relationship with Abundance Dec 17, 2023

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This weeks episode is about my journey with abundance, especially when it comes to money. I know that can be SUCH a touchy subject and it's a little intimidating for me to talk about. But, this week I have been feeling so connected to you guys through our little IG group chat and I wanted to share a little more about my experience in hope that it helps one of you!

I was planing on recording an episode going over all of the different mindset shifts and affirmation work I've been doing since moving to Hawaii, but the story ended up unfolding around money and it's honestly so fun to see it from this perspective.

Growing up, we always had "barely enough", but my parents worked unbelievably hard. They are an example of incredible strength and work ethic to me, but I knew from a young age that I wanted a different life style. I didn't want to work mind numbing hours just to barely get by - I wanted to give myself and my family abundance, I wanted to have energy at the end of the day, I wanted to love what I did, and I wanted to experience luxury easily and with a calm mind.

In the three years since I moved out and went to college, I've already seen an incredible transformation in the way that I think, feel, and act around money- even if it wasn't natural for me at first. Listen along to hear about my story and where I am today (and how I'm getting myself to the next level that I know is meant for me)

I hope this serves as a beacon of hope for you and a starting point (or a catalyst if you're already exploring your mindset around abundance) for you to experience everything you've ever envisioned for yourself. Love you!! Let's dive right in :)

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How I Moved to Hawaii | Essential Mindset Shifts During a Big Life Move Dec 02, 2023

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I've officially BSed my way to Hawaii! I can't tell you how long I've dreamed of saying that phrase.

I've lived here for just under two weeks and it's already such an incredible, healing place. When I made the decision to move to Hawaii 3 months ago, I wasn't actually sure if I was going to make it happen. I kept telling myself I would, but the thought of leaving Austin was so overwhelming. I felt like I had JUST gotten there and I didn't know if I had it in me to do another massive move across the country- let alone across the ocean.

I know the thought of moving can be daunting, and it seems so far out of reach when you're settled into your current comfort zone. But, by digging in and moving forward with the right mindset, even the most "out there" places will come into view and you can start to create a new reality.

Listen along this week as I dive into the mindset shifts I made that got me out of my hometown in 2022, and now have made living in Hawaii possible!

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Austin, Texas | The Good, The Bad, The Weird Nov 16, 2023

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A year and a half ago, I packed my car and moved Austin, Texas. I have truly loved (most) every second of my time living there.

In this episode, I fill you in on my favs, my pet peeves, and the quirks of ATX

I can't believe out of all of this I left out the crusty datting scene (e.g. you can pick between a man above 5'8" OR a man with a jawline. You cant have both) so if you've ever been to Austin, I'd love to hear about your fav, least fav, and downright weird experiences there!

This city will always have such a special place in my heart. It was my first venture out of Utah, I met some of my favorite people and had some of my favorite experiences. I learned so much about myself and I got to bring all of you along with me! My next adventure in the next city is on it's way, so listen along for one more ode to Austin and a whole lotta story times.

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