The Not Quite Podcast

Benefits of stopping the contraceptive pill


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Tori Porter, a wellness PR professional, discusses her journey coming off the contraceptive pill and the impact it had on her fitness and overall well-being. She shares her experience of dealing with hormonal imbalances, skin issues, and the pressure to maintain a certain body image. Tori emphasizes the importance of addressing the root causes of health issues and taking a holistic approach to wellness. She also talks about managing stress in a high-pressure work environment and the need for setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care. In this conversation, Tori Porter and Charlie NQPC discuss effective communication and setting expectations in professional and personal relationships. They emphasize the importance of clear and timely communication, setting boundaries, and being honest about expectations. They also discuss the benefits of retreats, including the opportunity to switch off, meet like-minded people, and try new experiences. Tori shares her advice for getting into PR, including the value of internships and showcasing your skills. They also touch on the topic of unpaid internships and the importance of fair compensation. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the need for open communication, understanding, and allowing space for people to make mistakes.

Takeaways

  • Coming off the contraceptive pill can have various effects on a person's body, including hormonal imbalances and skin issues.

  • Addressing the root causes of health issues is crucial for long-term well-being.

  • Taking a holistic approach to wellness involves considering factors such as nutrition, exercise, stress management, and self-care.

  • Setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care are essential for managing stress in a high-pressure work environment. Clear and timely communication is essential in professional and personal relationships.

  • Setting boundaries and being honest about expectations can help avoid misunderstandings and frustrations.

  • Retreats offer an opportunity to switch off, meet like-minded people, and try new experiences.

  • Internships can provide valuable experience and help showcase your skills in the PR industry.

  • Unpaid internships are unfair and exclude individuals who cannot afford to work for free.

  • Open communication, understanding, and allowing space for mistakes are crucial for effective dialogue.

  • Timestamp 

    00:00 Intro

    00:52 Welcome to Tori

    01:20 The Effects of the PILL

    07:36 We dont talk about the PILL

    10:17 Changing routine to low intensity

    17:10 PR

    21:55 Dealing with the Anxiety of the Modern World

    25:16 Time Blocking

    27:22 Hustle Culture

    30:37 Communication is Key

    37:25 Is Fitness PR better than regular PR

    44:10 Unpaid Internships

    47:05 Retreats

    55:11 The Final Question

     

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    The Not Quite PodcastBy Charlie Randell