Why Should I?: A Podcast for Women

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Ep 78 Why Should I Protect My Finances During a Pandemic? with Tess Wicks Jun 01, 2020

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Joining the conversation is Tess Wicks, finance expert and creator of Wander Wealthy. In this episode, Tess addresses the global pandemic and financial crisis, as well as how we can protect ourselves financially in the current climate.

Tess Wicks is a business coach and creator of Wander Wealthy, a website and podcast that guides online money coaches to build their booked-out coaching businesses. Tess spent four years creating content and coaching individuals and entrepreneurs around their personal finances. She believes the world needs more money coaches and is now on a mission to bring more of them into the world. You can find Tess at wanderwealthy.com and on Instagram @tess_wicks.

Be sure to check out our two other conversations with Tess on the podcast!

Episode 24: "Why Should I Invest?"

Episode 39: "Why Should I Control Mindless Spending?"

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Ep 77 Why Should I Address My Mental Health During a Pandemic? with Whitney Russell May 18, 2020

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"Even before all of this, our world was kind of going through this compassion epidemic. And if we're going to be able to be in this together, we have to have compassion for ourselves and each other. None of us have the answers and a lot of us are going to get the majority of things wrong right now, and that's okay."

Joining the conversation is Whitney Russell, founder of Brave Haven Counseling and Co-Host of Real Messy Real Happy Podcast. In this episode, Whitney addresses mental health during a pandemic. She discusses the importance of compassion, grieving our old normal as we continue to adjust to our new normal, feelings of guilt, pandemic diet culture, parenting, and so much more.

Whitney Russell is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor, and the founder of Brave Haven Counseling. She has a Bachelors in Psychology from Austin College in Sherman, Texas and a Masters in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas. She and Casey Bonano co-host Real Messy Real Happy Podcast. You can find her at bravehavencounseling.com and on Instagram @whitneylpc.

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 76 Why Should I Live Minimal-ish? with Desirae Endres May 04, 2020

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"Minimal-ish living is intentional living and taking steps toward the life that you want to be living by cutting out the excess."

Joining the conversation is Desirae Endres, creator and host of the hit podcast Minimal-ish. In this episode, Desirae explains her personal experience with minimalism, how to incorporate a minimalist lifestyle that is approachable, the benefits of clearing out the clutter, and why waking up earlier leads to more opportunities for gratitude.

Desirae Endres is the podcast host of Minimal-ish, where she speaks with guests about topics such as minimalism, motherhood, and intentional living. You can find her at desiraeendres.com and on Instagram @desirae.endres.

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 75 Why Should I Hold Onto Negative Experiences? with Annie Chang Apr 20, 2020

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"I always think of negative experiences as a situation...if you look at it as a situation, there is always a way out. It's a matter of whether or not you let your emotions dictate your response to it."

Joining the conversation is Olea and Fig Co-Founder Annie Chang. Having studied chemical engineering and business, she began her career in Silicon Valley in marketing and business development in tech. After experiencing burnout, moments of injustice, and facing some pretty big "shoulds", she realized she needed to make a serious pivot and build a career and life that allowed for more creativity and fulfillment. Annie discusses some of the negative experiences she holds onto and why, the difference between holding onto negative experiences and negative emotions, and how we can turn negative experiences into power.

Annie Chang and her sister Terrie Chang are the co-founders of Olea and Fig, where they help driven women entrepreneurs build their brand, business strategy, and marketing plan. You can find them at oleaandfig.com and on Instagram @oleaandfig.

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 74 Why Should I Seek Postpartum Health Care? with Dr. Ashley Plowman of New Mom Guru Apr 06, 2020

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"You are peeing your pants when you laugh--that's embarrassing! It's innately something you try to hide until you finally reach the stage in your life when your friends are also mothers and then you just kind of laugh about it. It's such a huge misconception that because something is common it's normal--it's not normal."

Joining the conversation is Pelvic Floor Specialist and Founder of New Mom Guru, Dr. Ashley Plowman. After the birth of her two daughters and realizing how few resources exist for new moms and postpartum care, she created New Mom Guru to provide busy moms with the care they need virtually, including physical therapy, counseling, dietary services, and so much more. In this episode, Ashley explains the purpose of pelvic floor physical therapy, the importance of postpartum health care, and provides information women need to become their own health advocate.

Dr. Ashley Plowman is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Founder and CEO of New Mom Guru. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, she is now also virtually treating most general physical therapy needs. You can find her at newmomguru.com and on Instagram @newmomguru. Be sure to check out the newest programs offered on New Mom Guru: SMART and PREP. Use code "WHYSHOULDI" for 10% off services and offerings on newmomguru.com.

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 73 Why Should I? Solo Episode: Checking In, Resources, and Changes Mar 23, 2020

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In this solo episode, Holly draws from a decade of experience in education to provide advice on how to engage children in learning at home and additional educational resources. She also highlights her favorite sources for at-home fitness, date night, and family activities and gives an update on future plans for the podcast.

For show notes and links to all sources referenced, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 72 Why Should I Stop Dieting and Start Living? with Tonya Beauchaine and Tracy Vazquez Mar 16, 2020

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"You are more than just your body."

Joining the conversation is Tonya Beauchaine and Tracy Vazquez, co-hosts of the podcast We're Not Weighting. After struggling for years with body image and dieting, they decided to take control of their lives and strive for authentic health rather than an unobtainable number on the scale. In this episode, Tonya and Tracy discuss body image and how we can rewrite the story we tell ourselves about our body, the benefits of intuitive eating, and ways to model a healthy food mindset for children.

Tonya Beauchaine and Tracy Vazquez are co-hosts of We're Not Weighting, where they teach women how to stop waiting to reach a certain size or weight to start living. Tonya Beauchaine is a Certified Intuitive Eating Coach and Nutrition Counselor, and Tracy Vazquez is a Body Image Coach. You can find them at werenotweighting.com and on Instagram @werenotweighting.

For show notes and additional information on our guests, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 71 Why Should I Give Myself Permission to Grieve? with Shelby Forsythia Mar 09, 2020

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"Grief shifts and changes and takes different space as it matures, as you live more life, and as you have more losses."

Joining the conversation is Certified Grief Recovery Specialist Shelby Forsythia. After experiencing the loss of her mother to cancer, Shelby transformed her grief into her mission, and she helps others who are grieving find direction and get support in the aftermath of death, divorce, and diagnosis. In this episode, Shelby addresses societal perceptions of grief, the common barriers that prevent us from allowing ourselves to fully grieve, and why we should give ourselves and others permission to grieve.

Shelby Forsythia is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist, author of Permission to Grieve, and podcast host of Coming Back: Conversations on Life After Loss. You can find her at shelbyforsythia.com and on Instagram @shelbyforsythia.

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 70 Why Should I? Spotlight: Sophie Gray Mar 02, 2020

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"I realized that because I was physically fit, I was emotionally and mentally unwell."

Joining the conversation is Sophie Gray, founder of the guided journaling app DiveThru and podcast host of Sophie Thinks Thoughts. In this spotlight episode, Sophie discusses the various "shoulds" she faced when she realized that for her personal well-being she needed to pivot away from her previous fitness and nutrition online platform, Way of Gray. Sophie explains why meeting society's physical standards does not lead to happiness, emphasizes the importance of self-reflection and relationships, and gives advice on how to navigate and take ownership of social media.

Sophie Gray has been named Greatist's 100 Most Influential People in Health and Wellness three years in a row. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, People, Women's Health, Marie Claire, and many more. You can find her at sophiethinksthoughts.com, on Instagram @sophiegray, and her journaling app DiveThru in the Apple App Store and Google Play. Use code "whyshouldi15" for free access to the app's full features.

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

Ep 69 Why Should I Care About Public Education? with Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood Feb 24, 2020

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"An educated society is a strong society and a successful society."

Rejoining the conversation is Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood to discuss the societal importance of investing in public education. Alison describes the history of public education in America, the strengths and pitfalls of public education, the attack on public education in today's political climate, and why we should all care about the strength of public education in our nation.

Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood holds bachelor's and master's degrees in Early Childhood Education, two seminary degrees, including a post-graduate credential in Cross Cultural Studies, and a Ph.D. in Policy Studies in Higher Education, with a focus on Internationalization. She began her professional life as an educator, later transitioning to vocational ministry and eventually to higher education, where she taught education majors for 15 years. She is now the Executive Director of Bethesda House, a shelter and home in South Alabama for women and children who are escaping domestic violence. For our discussion on domestic violence, be sure to check out Episode 54: "Why Should I Leave a Toxic Relationship?"

For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.

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