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172: The Danger in Setting Your Goals Too Low Jan 03, 2022

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Are you setting your goals too low? The beginning of the year is a great time to set goals, but what happens when we set them too low? This week, we explore how to check your goals to see if they are too low, why we struggle with low goals, and the dangers of not raising the bar. Listen to this week’s episode before you set your goals or to double-check them.

This week’s shoutout is Estelle Colored Glass, a Black-woman owned luxury brand of hand-blown colored glass cake stands and stemware in a mix of jewel tones and soft pastels, founded by Stephanie Summerson-Hall. Check them out on IG here!

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171: What a Difference a Year Makes Dec 27, 2021

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It’s about to be 2022, y’all! Take a moment to pause and reflect with us. In this quick end-of-the-year episode, we pose some questions to help you reflect on your year: the good, bad, and everything in between.

Happy New Year and stay safe!

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170: Stop Making Excuses & Accept Responsibility Dec 20, 2021

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Are excuses holding you back? In this episode, we talk about ways to identify your excuses and how to take more accountability to see more progress in all areas of life.

169: Are You Consuming Too Much? Dec 13, 2021

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We spend so much of our time consuming: food, music, social media, shopping, meetings, etc., but when does it become too much? This week we explore the dangers of overconsumption, how to recognize when you are overconsuming, and ways to become a more conscious consumer.

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168: Are You Suppressing Your Feelings? Dec 06, 2021

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Do you know how to feel your feelings? We often suppress our feelings without even thinking about it. This week, we explore why this is so hard, how we can retrain ourselves to honor our feelings, and discuss 6 tangible steps to help us experience our feelings without over-intellectualizing them or brushing them off.

This week’s shoutout is Alaiyo Waistbeads “an ancient practice for the modern girl.” Check them out on IG here!

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167: How to Recover from Burnout Nov 29, 2021

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We’ve talked about needing breaks and feeling burnt out, but what does recovery time look like? How can we do what we need to take care of ourselves without letting our responsibilities slide in the process? This week we explore the recovery process after burnout and discuss daily practices and long-term practices to help you recharge and get you back in balance.

This week’s shoutout is Nick Brooks storyteller, entrepreneur, and author for signing a book deal with Henry Holt for his young adult series “Promise Boys” in which three boys at a Washington, D.C., charter school investigate the murder of their principal, and learn hard truths about their education and community. Check out the article for more information here and listen to his Bouch episode 74: Alchemy & Storytelling here!

166: Stop Negotiating with Yourself Nov 22, 2021

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Every day we make choices, will our actions align with our vision and goals? Or are we setting ourselves up for failure? So often we get lost in the hustle and bustle of life that we lose sight of our long-term goals. This week, we explore our daily choices for instant gratification that deter us from our highest self and explore ways to stand firm in our decisions and stop negotiating with ourselves.

This week’s shoutout is Small Business Saturday! Go support Black, Brown, and POC-owned businesses in the community at Thrive Health Lab and Crenshaw Mall Nothing but Blk Market.

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165: 5 Ways to Improve Your Relationship Nov 15, 2021

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How can we get better at relationships? While knowing you and your partner’s love language is important, what more can we do to build stronger relationships? This week, we discuss 5 pillars of a healthy, fulfilling relationship and actionable ways to practice this today.

This week’s shoutout is People of Color Beauty, founded by Jacqueline Carrington. It their mission to celebrate and represent people of color through our nail polish collections and the stories that they tell. Check them out on IG here!

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164: What Do You Need? Nov 08, 2021

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What do you need? If we asked you right now, would you be able to tell us? Most people have trouble articulating their needs, and that can be problematic as we elevate and move forward in our lives. So, how do we begin to figure out our needs? And then how do we own them? This week, we explore some exercises to help you get clear on your needs.

Don’t forget to support our Cap Soc team for Alive Together! https://tinyurl.com/capsocteam. This week’s shoutout is Hoka. Carlie is teaching a Holistic Rejuvenation yoga class with Hoka at their Los Angeles Pop Up Shop on Sunday, November 14th at 8:00am PST. Register here!

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163: 4 Signs Your Relationship WON’T Last Nov 01, 2021

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We can’t see the future, but according to the Gottman Institute, there are 4 predictors to tell if your relationship is doomed with over 90%+ accuracy. This week, we dive into the 4 horsemen, as they call them, their causes, practical examples, and how they impact you and your relationship. But don’t worry, if you do have any of these, we explore the antidotes and practical applications too.

This week’s shoutout is Didi Hirsch’s Alive Together: Uniting to Prevent Suicide event supporting survivors of suicide loss and attempts worldwide. The global gathering encourages supporters to walk 2,160 steps (about 1 mile) at Exposition Park in Los Angeles – or in communities around the world – in remembrance of the 2,160 people lost globally to suicide each day.

Join us virtually or in-person and donate to our team

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