Happy Monday! This week's episode begins with a conversation about Thanksgiving as we all prepare for the upcoming break. And the break is much needed, as we conclude in the meat of the episode... which is all about burnout. 

Burnout effects as us, but it is especially prevalent after college. You are exposed to all these new experiences and life changes all at once: new job, new apartment, not enough free time. It's easy to begin feeling exhausted and burnt out. 

Jess and Laura define burnout and explain how it differs from regular old exhaustion. What causes burnout, and how can you avoid it? They also go through the physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms of it. 

The adulting moments this week include two tips about the gym: a recommendation to attend Friday evening gym classes, and to calculate how much your membership is actually costing you. 

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This week's episode kicks off with a discussion about the costs of being a remote worker vs. the costs of commuting into the office, plus a debate about which mode of working is better. Plus, a reminder to leave a review on Apple Podcasts for a chance to win a $50 Starbucks gift card! 

The topic at hand this week is a question: should you or should you not break up after college? Jess and Laura talk through all the reasons why so many folks are plagued with this concern as post grads. If you're wondering whether or not you should break up with your partner, ask yourself the three questions we pose in the episode.  

We wrap up with adulting moments including an espresso machine update and a reminder to appreciate where you are in the present moment.  

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This week's episode kicks off with an exciting announcement: a $50 Starbucks gift card giveaway! Enter to win by leaving a review and rating on Apple Podcasts. Once we hit 25 reviews, we'll announce a winner. 

Then, Jess and Laura debrief on Love is Blind season 3. This conversations goes from 00:06:30 until 00:27:30. Skip ahead if you're not a LIB fan (but you should be).

The topic this week is the feeling of "post grad blues" - depression, anxiety, loneliness, and sadness you might experience after graduating from college. Laura and Jess go over the causes, their personal experiences with the emotions, and finally provide some tips for combatting the blues. 

The episode wraps up with adulting moments of the week about a job promotion and a holiday shopping tip.

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Welcome to a very spooooky episode of Adultescence! Happy Halloween, besties! This week, we're telling very scary stories about adulthood. Be sure to listen with the lights on.

We start the week's episode by talking about Halloweens past, and the highlights (and lowlights) of our costume careers. 

Then, Laura and Jess each share a TRUE adulthood horror story to send shivers down your spine on this creepy Monday. Plus, with the help of our listeners on Instagram stories, we built the ultimate twenty-something horror movie. Make sure to follow us @adultescencepodcast so you can join in next time! 

Finally, this week's adulting moments include an ode to soup and an espresso machine investment.

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We're starting off this week's episode with a reminder to apply for student loan forgiveness if you're eligible. The application is officially live! Then, Jess and Laura give a few movie and TV recommendations before getting into the main topic (00:19:16). 

Let's talk about codependent friendships. What is a codependent friendship, and why are they so harmful and prevalent in the years immediately following college graduation? Laura and Jess share examples from their experiences in codependent friendships, and give some tips on how to get out of that situation if you're currently dealing with this. 

This week's adulting moments include an anecdote about the power of asking for what you want and an investing tip. 

Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at [email protected], or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help! 

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This Monday, we kick off the episode talking about the new movie Smile, an addendum to episode #65 regarding Rory Gilmore, and the difference between different types of horror movies. Which ones are the scariest? 

Then, we get into the topic of the week which is all about lifestyle creep. What is lifestyle creep, and why is it such a problem in the years following college graduation? How can you combat the money-sucking habit? How did Laura and Jess experience lifestyle creep in their own lives? Tune in for all the answers! 

Finally, we conclude with adulting moments about I-Bonds and pet ownership.

Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at [email protected], or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help! 

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In this week’s intro, we cover everything from Tom Brady and Gisele’s divorce rumors to a few movie and book recommendations. The topic at hand this week is the trendy idea of “quiet quitting.”  

We’ve all heard the buzzword being thrown around in the media. But what does “quiet quitting” actually mean? What are the pros and cons of asserting boundaries at work and not going above and beyond your job description? Jess and Laura debate the merits of being a quiet quitter, and provide all the info on why you should consider doing it, in a way that actually benefits you.

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This week, we're talking about relationships (in a slightly different way). If you've ever felt bad about your own dating life as a result of your favorite shows or movies, you're not the only one. In this episode, Jess and Laura break down some of the most common dating and relationship tropes and why they're downright unrealistic.

No couple is safe. We come for Jim and Pam from The Office, Rory and all her boyfriends in Gilmore Girls, every couple in Friends, Olivia and Fitz from Scandal, Chuck and Blair from Gossip Girl, and many more. At the end of the day, we love these shows, but having an awareness of how these relationship examples are harmful to our own expectations can be beneficial. 

Our adulting moments this week include a pro-tip for Kindle users and a recommendation for sprucing up your apartment on the cheap.

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Happy Monday, adultescents! Today's episode begins with a brief debrief of the Love is Blind: After the Altar special. If you aren't interested in Love is Blind, skip to 14:46. The book that we recommended is called "Luckiest Girl Alive," by Jessica Knoll. Be aware that there are several trigger warnings in effect!

Our main topic today is the question on so many of our minds in post-grad: am I pursuing the right career path? Jess and Laura answer their first listener email and give practical advice for anyone considering a career transition. Whether what you studied in college isn't what you want to do moving forward, or if you just have various interests and aren't sure which one to chase after, this episode is chalk-full of advice.

Do you have a burning question about post-grad that you'd like to hear answered on the podcast? Email us at [email protected], or shoot us a DM on Instagram @adultescencepodcast. We'd love to help!

Our adulting moments this week include a shoutout to a meal service kit, and a few Trader Joe's recommendations for quick and easy dinners.

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Today's episode kicks off with a conversation about the wild fashion trends that are "in" right now and the struggle to find cute, timeless clothes in your mid-to-late twenties. 

The rest of the episode is about creating structure after college. One of the most challenging aspects of post-grad is losing that built-in structure of class, work, internships, studying, and breaks. In post-grad,  it's a lot more difficult to know how to use our free time.

Jess and Laura talk about the ways in which they've created structure after college - i.e. morning and night routines, having set weekend plans, prioritizing the most important, live-giving things, and more. Tune in for lots of helpful tips and tidbits if you're struggling to stick to a routine!

Finally, the adulting moments for the week include motivation around getting better at things and the realization that change can be invigorating. 

In this episode, we referenced these episodes: 

• 28. Reflecting on 2021 & New Year's Goals 
• 29. Setting Sustainable and Fun Routines
• 39. Finding Hobbies in Post-Grad

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