Big Kid Problems

Have you ever begrudgingly split the bill or been guilted into going out when you realllly just didn't want to? So many of us say “yes” for fear of being awkward or uncomfortable when we could be living our truth! Speaker & certified Life Coach Amy Smith joins the podcast today to help us learn the life changing art of Saying NO. She teaches us communication hacks, boundary setting techniques and how to properly stand up for ourselves with EASE to everyone from our bosses, friends, family members and more.

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Amy Smith

Instagram: @TheJoyJunkie

Website: https://thejoyjunkie.com/

Check out The Joy Junkie Podcast Here!

Get her Workbook “Stand Up For Yourself without being a Dick” Here! 

Oh! And stay connected with me! 

Big Kid Problems on Instagram: @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com! 

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Celebrity Astrologer Angie Godfrey joins the show and teaches us some Astrology basics. We’ll talk about some common Astro occurrences like eclipses, full moons, and retrogrades, and see how we can use these things in our everyday lives. We’ll also get into what’s up with 2020, what the planets have in store for us for the rest of the year, and when we can expect things to lighten up around here.

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Angie Godfrey

Instagram: @AstroMagicMama

Website: https://www.consciousevolution.biz/

Want a reading? Email her for an appointment! [email protected]

Paige Bourassa

Instagram: @TheAccuchick

Her Practice, Shen Medicine: @ShenMedicine

Website: www.shenmedicine.com

Stay Connected with me! 

Sarah Merrill IG: @SarahaMerrill_

BigKidProblems IG: @BigKidproblems

www.TheBigKidProblems.com! 

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Right now, I know one of the biggest BIGKIDPROBLEMS everyone has on their mind is their personal finances. We’ve never seen an economic shutdown at this level before and I think it’s safe to say we’re all a little nervous about how this is all going to shake out. Whether you are one of the millions of people who lost their jobs because of this pandemic, or maybe you're trying to keep your business afloat or maybe you’re nervous about layoffs and pay-cuts we ALL have questions right now. Questions that I sure As HELL do not have the answers to.  But That’s why I am very excited to bring our little finance whisperer and friend of the show, Haley Sacks AKA @MrsDowJones back on the Podcast this week! 

We’ll talk about what to do during a recession, how to get the most out of the government relief packages, navigate layoffs and pay-cuts, maybe talk about some new ways to make money or side income during this difficult time and much more. 

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Haley Sacks

Instagram: @MrsDowJones

Website: https://mrsdowjones.com/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/mrsdowjones/

Stay connected with me! 

BKP Instagram: @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com! 

Additional Resources from this episode: 

IRS Get My Payment Tool: HERE

Watch Haley’s What to do After a Layoff HERE

More info on the Cares Act and Payment Protection Program: https://www.ourfairshare.com/

Sarah here! I applied for PPP through Kabbage and got approved!  

Make more money in Quarantine! 

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Find Tutoring gigs through VIP KID

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In an experiment in “Letting Go” this week, we’re having some fun and ditching the normal BKP format in exchange for a truly candid/ridiculous episode guaranteed to make you chuckle.  Friend of the Show (and my quarantine buddy) Dr. Paige Bourassa joins the pod and things quickly go off the rails as we talk about Life, Dating, Mistakes, Anal, Vegans and so much more.

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• Paige Bourassa
• Instagram: @theaccuchick
• Shen Medicine: @shenmedicine
• Website: www.shenmedicine.com

Checkout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!

Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsor!

Strong Coffee Company! 

If you like coffee and getting Sh*t done, try Strong Coffee! Note just you average cup of joe, Strong Coffee is packed with extra good stuff like Collagen Protein, MCT Oil, Hyaluronic Acid and more!  Right now they are offering 30% off with code “BIGKID” at checkout! 

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Stay Connected! @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

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We’re talkin’ bout sex baby!  That’s right we’re talking about Love & Sex in Quarantine with our expert of the week, Sexologist Michelle Hope! None of us have ever gone through a Pandemic before, and it may have had a variety of effects on our Sex lives. Michelle is going to talk to us about what’s normal, why so many of us are NOT in the mood, how to get on the same page with your partner, and some ways to get.. I'll just say “creative in quarantine”

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Michelle Hope

• Instagram: @mhsexpert
• Website: http://www.mhsexpert.com/
• Checkout the last time Michelle was on the BigKidProblems Podcast! The WHAT ARE WE Episode

Resources from this episode!

• Free PDF of Venus in Furs: Download HERE
• Music can help you get in the mood, try this song

Checkout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!

Big THANK YOU to our episode Sponsor!

Strong Coffee Company! 

If you like coffee and getting Sh*t done, try Strong Coffee! Note just you average cup of joe, Strong Coffee is packed with extra good stuff like Collagen Protein, MCT Oil, Hyaluronic Acid and more!  Right now they are offering 30% off with code “BIGKID” at checkout! 

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Find more at www.TheBigKidProblems.com! 

Stay Connected! @BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Big Kid Problems is a production of Crate Media

Shits getting real this week as we dive into the super fun, super lighthearted topic of Depression! First up, I have a very candid convo with hilarious comedy writer and host of The Adderall and Compliments Podcast, Annabelle Desisto. We talk about dealing with depression on a day to day basis, meds, Lisa Frank, childhood trauma and when edibles go wrong. THEN Psychotherapist Dr. Daryl Appleton joins the show (54:45) to teach us about the different types of depression and how to deal. She gives us a ton of tips and resources on how to gain control when you feel like you’re losing control of your emotions, how to cope in isolation, AND how to check in on our friends and family who may also be struggling.

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Annabelle DeSisto

• Instagram: @Annabelledesisto
• Listen to her Podcast! Adderall and Compliments. Pssst: The episode with me is HERE

Dr. Daryl Appleton

• Instagram: @DrDarylAppleton
• Website: https://www.drdarylappleton.com/



RESOURCES:

• Finding a Therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/
• Free & Cheap Therapy Options: Click Here
• Great Article: How to Fight Depression: 20 Things to Try
• Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
• Did you know you can also Text if that’s more your thing? Text HOME to 741741 for free 24/7 support
• Article on what to expect when you call/text a Suicide Hotline: HERE

Stay connected with me!

• @BigKidproblems
• Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Checkout the BigKidProblems Amazon List for every book/product that has ever been mentioned or recommended on this pod!

Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com

Big THANK YOU to our Sponsors! 

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Ever feel a little slow or like your brain just won’t turn on? New York Times Bestselling Author Max Lugavere joins the show to talk all about ways to optimize your brain and body! After his mom was diagnosed with a rare form of dementia, Max went on a fact finding mission to figure out what lifestyle/ food choices can help OR hurt the brain in the long term AND in the here and now. The information he discovered is EYE OPENING and there is a reason why both his books are Best Sellers! Listen for a crash course where we’ll talk about food myths, how foods effect our productivity and mental health, what to eat, what NOT to eat, optimizing your circadian rhythm and much more! This episode is PACKED and may just change your brain/life!

Want more from our guest? 

Max Lugavere 

Instagram: @MaxLugavere 

Listen to his Podcast! The Genius Life

Check out his BEST SELLING Books The Genius Life and Genius Foods Available now! I’ve added them to the BigKidProblems Amazon List! 

Also stay connected with me!

@BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com

Big THANK YOU to our Sponsors! 

Hum Nutrition 

HUM Nutrition is all about making you look and feel your best. Each specific supplement packs a combo of potent all-natural ingredients designed for specific aims, like clearer skin, boosted energy, flatter stomach, better sleep or fuller hair and its backed by clinical results. Not sure what you need? No problem: Take a quick quiz to get personalized recs + 20% off with code BIGKID!

www.HumNutrition.com 

CURIE 

My NEW favorite natural deodorant! Curie is Aluminum-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free and cruelty-free - oh and it comes in 100% recyclable packaging. PLUS it actually works and smells AMAZING. 

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I think we could all use a little distraction this week ay? We’re talking about a DIFFERENT pandemic in this episode: The Fuckboy Pandemic. Many of us have encountered Fuckboys (or “Players” as they are formally known) out in the wild and in this episode, we’ll talk about how to spot em, how to deal with them and how to learn from them.  To offer some insight, we have “Recovering Fuckboy”, Carl Radke (who many of you may know from Bravo TV’s Summer House) AND comedienne Mary Beth Barone who is the creator and Host of “Drag His Ass: A Fuckboy Treatment Program”. Buckle up, it’s a fun one!

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Mary Beth Barone 

Instagram: @marybethbarone 

Drag His Ass: @draghisass

Website: www.marybethbarone.com/merch

Carl Radke

Instagram: @CarlRadke

Check him out on Summer House, Wednesday nights on Bravo!

Also stay connected with me!

@BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com

Big THANK YOU to our Sponsors! 

Hum Nutrition 

HUM Nutrition is all about making you look and feel your best. Each specific supplement packs a combo of potent all-natural ingredients designed for specific aims, like clearer skin, boosted energy, flatter stomach, better sleep or fuller hair and its backed by clinical results. Not sure what you need? No problem: Take a quick quiz to get personalized recs + 20% off with code BIGKID!

www.HumNutrition.com 

CURIE 

My NEW favorite natural deodorant! Curie is Aluminum-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free and cruelty-free - oh and it comes in 100% recyclable packaging. PLUS it actually works and smells AMAZING. 

Get 20% off with code BIGKID at checkout!

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The world feels like it's been flipped upside down the last few weeks. We all feel it.

Friend of the show Dr. Paige Bourassa joins us this week and we’ll talk about Coronavirus and more specifically, how to deal with the stress, anxiety and all the uncertainty around this difficult time. We’ll also talk immunity support, physical and mental health AND about how to stay sane while we’re all in quarantine. Whether you’re alone and battling isolation OR if you're stuck in quarantine with your family or significant other and slowly losing your mind… we are all going through this and we are all going to get through it together!

There are a TON of resources in this episode, see below to dive deeper!

For Facts and up to date information: The CDC Website

Why you should practice Social Distancing: NY Times

Breathing Techniques: 

The Calm App

Wim Hof Breathing

4-7-8 Breathing

For Online Therapy:

www.BetterHelp.com 

Meditation 

Headspace (Download the App)

Ziva Meditation *My Personal Recommendation!* First 3 days are free here

At Home Exercise Videos:

Youtube: Boho Beautiful, Tracy Anderson, Melissa Wood Health

Classpass Free Online classes

Paige’s Mind Body Green Article featuring at home Pressure Points to Calm Anxiety:

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-calm-your-anxiety-about-coronavirus-in-90-seconds

Sarah’s personal Netflix Recommendations:

CHEER

Love is Blind 

Explained

Ali Wong: Baby Cobra

The Crown

The Good Place

Stranger Things

Sherlock

Want more from our guest this week? 

Paige Bourassa

Instagram: @theaccuchick

Shen Medicine: @shenmedicine 

Website: www.shenmedicine.com

Also stay connected with me!

@BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG: @SarahaMerrill_

Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com

It is a brand new year and a brand new DECADE and in today’s episode we are learning how to let go of old, dusty energy and bring in those GOOD VIBES for 2020.

To start the new decade on the right foot, Energy Healer Millana Snow is going to walk us through some tools YOU can use wherever you are to shift your energy and up level your life! We’ll talk about manifesting, setting intentions and calling in the things you want this year like love, BIG CHECKS, health and more. If you stick around to the end, I’ll ALSO share some of my favorite goal setting tips to help you get shit done in 2020.

Want more from our guest?

Millana Snow

Instagram: @MillanaSnow

Website: https://www.millanasnow.com/

Stay Connected with me!

@BigKidproblems

Sarah’s personal IG @SarahaMerrill_

Want some of the books/products we mention on the podcast? Check out The BigKidProblems Amazon List!

Find more at www.ThebigkidProblems.com!

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