Already Friends

In this episode, Ceara has on friend and entrepreneur Logan Armstrong to help answer listener-submitted questions! From getting ghosted by a best friend, to having a crush on a friend’s brother, to a stolen business idea, we cover it all in today’s episode. 

Logan Armstrong is a travel filmmaker and founder of a new lifestyle fashion brand Evoke Amore. Logan talks about his journey launching his business and shares some entrepreneurship lessons and advice. Evoke Amore is a bespoke men's fashion line with unisex accessories like sunglasses, wallets, scarves, and more. You can shop Evoke Amore in the coming months at evokeamore.co.

MENTIONS:

Logan Armstrong: Instagram, TikTok

Evoke Amore: Website, Instagram

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

We know many of our listeners are entrepreneurs and small business owners (or aspiring to be) so we wanted to have an educational conversation about insurance. It’s a topic that often gets overlooked but is crucial to protect you and your business from unexpected events. Unfortunately, it’s not usually a matter of ‘if’ something will happen but ‘when’ so we want to empower our community with peace of mind so they can spend more time running their business and less time worrying.

biBERK Small Business Insurance has been a sponsor of Already Friends for the past few months and we are really excited to bring Ben Topping onto our show to share about his journey with a career in insurance and the many valuable insights he’s learned along the way; including real-life scenarios and examples that make this topic easy and relatable to listen to.

We hope this conversation helps demystify the negative stigmas surrounding insurance, provides key considerations when choosing an insurance agency and essential questions to ask your agent.

We conclude with our signature question: "To you, what makes a good friend?" This leads us to a heartwarming wrap-up about men's mental health, self-care habits, and the importance of fostering care and support among men.

Entrepreneurship is full of challenges and uncertainties - your insurance policy doesn’t need to be one of them. You can get a quote online (using this link to purchase your insurance helps support our show so thank you in advance!)

To work with Ben’s team in the Account Management Department, call 1-855-460-7471.

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

Ep 130: Continuing last week’s conversation around friendship, we wanted to dive into how to attract friends who you can be your authentic self around. Perhaps you share similar lifestyles, passions, values and energy. 

We talk about the masks we wear around people, code-switching and self-censorship. These barriers can affect people getting to know the real us which stops them from also sharing the authentic version of them with you. This “filtered front” can be emotionally draining and hinder friendships from being as fun, filling or deep as they could if you both let your guard down. 

Then we share a bunch of activities to do with friends from spontaneous 1:1 meetups, coordinated group efforts, holiday-related gatherings to doing productive home projects together. There’s really something for everyone in this episode!

MENTIONS:

The Minimalists

Blue Sky Patio & Pickleball

Dog Bath Frequency By Breed

Ceara’s Pickleball Paddles

The 80/20 Rule

PLNK Lagree Studio - Get Your First 3 Classes Free! STL Studio, Omaha Studio, Tulsa Studio

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

Ep 129: Being the Already Friends podcast, it’s only fitting to have an episode dedicated entirely to making friends and maintaining your friendships. Making friends as an adult can feel challenging, and it may seem like everyone else already has their “bestie” or their friend group. In this episode, we dive deep into how to make friends, why it can feel challenging or frustrating to make new friends, how to maintain your friendships, what activities you can do with your friends, and more. 

MENTIONS:

Art With Me Retreats + Workshops 

Beach Towns in Türkiye: Alaçatı and Çeşme 

Kaktüshan Butik Otel - Book on Hotels.com

Patreon Episode on Solo Travel 

Solo Travel Episode: Tips, Stories and Why It’s Empowering (Sept. 2022)

The Omaha Local Tiktok

Sunset Boat Cruises in Southport, Bald Head Island, SC

“Enjoy the Silence” Boat Tour: Saint Mary Boat in Çeşme, Türkiye

1 Million Cups - Entrepreneurship Community Gatherings 

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

In this episode, Allison invited her friend Alejandra Dueñas to help answer questions that our community has asked us! Alejandra is a spiritual life coach and mentor who helps women heal their trauma, embody their fullest expression, and let go of the need to control in order to live a more fulfilling life. We knew she would have incredibly insightful answers to your questions and wow - her advice did not disappoint. 

We answer:

• How do you have an abundant mindset?
• What tips do you have for avoiding gossip and not talking negatively about others?
• Do you have any advice/tips on self-discipline and accountability when it comes to goals, new habits, lifestyle changes etc. I am having a really hard time staying motivated and forcing myself to keep up with things.
• I just got broken up with but like I’m a big way. My fiancé broke up with me 31 days before the wedding. How do I learn how to be okay being by myself again?
• I have a friend that I feel I’m starting to outgrow and don’t feel like we’re on the same page anymore. How do I distance myself from this person without affecting my friendships with others or without it being a big, obvious issue within my friend circle?

WWYBD is our recurring monthly advice segment, ‘What would your bestie do?’ Submit your questions via our website anytime. Submissions are always anonymous.

MENTIONS:

Alejandra Dueñas Instagram

Alejandra’s https://campsite.bio/alejandraduenas3 C’s Method Program

Jay Shetty’s Book - 8 Rules of Love

Allison’s Episode on the Just Go With It Podcast

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

We are thrilled to welcome Julie Valentina, a 21-year-old travel filmmaker from Germany who gets paid to travel the world. She has traveled to over 37 countries for projects with tourism boards, travel brands, music artists on tour, and more. 

Julie shares how she built a career traveling the world and the reality of living out of a suitcase 24/7. She talks about the power of manifestation and visualization, and how she crafted her current reality as a filmmaker. Additionally, she shares some tips for how anyone can go get their dream job, whatever it may be. She proves that with a vision and some faith, anyone can turn their passion into a dream job.

Ceara also shares her story about how she landed a job at Beautiful Destinations, the travel media company both she and Julie are freelancing with currently. 

Whether you’re an aspiring creative, a travel enthusiast, or someone also wanting inspiration to manifest their dreams, you’ll find value in this candid conversation (and equally be tempted to book a flight somewhere ASAP). 

LINKS:

Julie's Instagram (@juliane.valentina)

Ithra, Saudi Arabia 

Positive Affirmations on Spotify 

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

As the first day of summer is just around the corner, we thought it would be timely and fun to share our summer bucket lists with you! 

This isn’t your boring typical summer list - we’re giving you all kinds of inspiration from Brazilian waxes to boxing to chartering a boat to rollerblading! We candidly talk about some activities we’ve done in past summers that were noteworthy, some on our current list and end with a rapid-fire list of things that you could consider adding to your list. 

Bucket lists are a great way to hold yourself accountable to romanticize your day-to-day life and make the most of the good weather before fall comes!

MENTIONS:

Sunset Boat Cruises - Chartered Boat in Southport, Oak Island, Bald Head Island, NC 

Carolina Picnic Co - Luxury Picnic Experiences in Eastern NC 

St. Louis Hair Stylist - Samantha at Boulevard Hair Co

Our New Podcast Chairs from Castlery - Paloma Bouclé Armchair, Snow

Link x Lou Permanent Jewelry

Kansas City Airstream

Austin Airstream

Joshua Tree Airstream

Human Design Chart Reading with Alexis

Wilde House Manifestation Pad (Code ‘ALLISONW10’)

AFP 75 Hard Episode 

Bare Republic Mineral Spray Sunscreen SPF 30 

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

In our catch-up segment, we share our controversial hot take about the transparency of plastic surgery / physical enhancements and how this could affect someone’s confidence. We also do a deep dive into how women take on a lot of emotional labor can be just as, or even more demanding than physical labor and now these underlying societal expectations can leave us feeling exhausted. 

According to a Gallup poll - 34% of Americans reported that stress is completely overwhelming most days and we wanted to talk about what may be leading to these feelings of stress, anxiety and overwhelm. Bringing awareness around the causes can help one deal with the underlying issue so you can actually alleviate or eliminate the problem.

We share some of our favorite practices and tips that we lean on when the going gets rough and ways to prioritize your personal well-being before all the demands around you. 

MENTIONS:

Allison’s Favorite Meditations - 21 Days of Abundance with Deepak Chopra

TikTok Video: How to Lay Down to Feel More Calm 

Stacie Tovar (CrossFit)

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

In this episode, the girls are together in person so listener’s get a solid catch up segment about Ceara’s upcoming road trip and Allison’s second hand shop. Then we dive into sharing about the people, places, and things that are currently lighting up our inner essence, fueling our creativity and encouraging us to romanticize everyday.

{People } As two gals who spend a lot of time plugged into social media - we can't help but be inspired by the go-getter influencers with their entrepreneurial spirit, drive, and determination who motivates us to dream big and chase our own aspirations. 

{Places} Ceara is fully immersed in her travel era (even more than usual), exploring new destinations and embracing the excitement of spontaneous trips. 

On the other hand, Allison is finding inspiration in her local community and the neighbors that make little errands more enjoyable —the local banker who knows her name, the barista who makes her favorite iced matcha latte and the postal worker who is always reliable. She is discovering that there's so much to love right at home. 

Together, these experiences remind us of the magic that can be found in both the thrill of adventure and the comfort of familiar surroundings.

{Things} Ask yourself what is inspiring you—even little objects around your house. Take silk eye masks, for example—they're not just for better sleep; they add a touch of luxury. Taking the time to craft your morning coffee by grinding the beans so you aren’t tempted to look at your phone first thing. And let's not forget the Peloton app, which hypes you up while you’re running to motivate you to push your limit?! So fun.

These everyday items remind us to prioritize self-care and embrace objects / activities that bring joy.

MENTIONS:

• Allie Rickard of The UNFLTRD Podcast 
• Allie's Episode on Already Friends Podcast
• Funny AI TikTok Ceara Mentioned
• Emma Leger
• @KaylenDoesStuff on Tiktok
• Jessie Lee
• Ashtyn Bodensteiner
• Velcro Silk Eye Mask
• Peloton App
• Smashbox Primer
• Electric Gooseneck Kettle 

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].

In this episode, we are together in person! Ceara is in Omaha for the week so the girls are hanging out, getting work done and meeting up with other friends. We answer listener’s questions about discouraging job hunts, how much to prepare for a long backpacking trip and our favorite methods for journaling and organization.

WWYBD is our recurring monthly advice segment, ‘What would your bestie do?’ Submit your questions via our website anytime. Submissions are always anonymous.

MENTIONS:

Cute Ashland Bakery - Fariner

Kaylen Does Stuff - TikTok

Within Journal from Tiana Gidley Creative

Papier Custom Journals

Allison Amazon Storefront

Ceara Amazon Storefront

Connor's Fave Protein - Naked

Allison's Fave Proteins - Morlife & Sprout Living Epic

SPONSORS + DISCOUNTS: 

biBERK Small Business Insurance - Get a Quote online here or call 1-866-757-4487 to talk to an insurance expert. Using that link to purchase your insurance supports our show so thank you in advance! 

This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/ALREADYFRIENDS and get on your way to being your best self.

SOCIAL LINKS:

Already Friends Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Allison's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Ceara's Socials: Instagram, TikTok

Already Friends Patreon: $5.55 a Month for Bonus Episodes

Let's be friends - join the Already Friends FB Group!

If you enjoyed this episode, we would really really appreciate it if you left a rating and review on Apple Podcast / Spotify or share the show with a loved one. This helps us grow the show so that we can keep doing what we are doing! Thank you so much for the support!

To sponsor our show, email [email protected].