Chasing Brighter Podcast: Choosing Real Over Perfect

In this episode of the Chasing Brighter Podcast, Kelly and Jessica discuss their recent experiences, including a girls' trip, workouts, and the bond they share with their friends. They also reflect on their stage of life, vulnerability, and the ease of parenthood as their children grow older.

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In this episode Kelly and Jessica discuss their February book club pick:  'You Will Find Your People: How to Make Meaningful Friendships as an Adult' by Lane Moore. They share their thoughts on the book, reflecting on the author's journey, discussing the importance of boundaries, navigating friendships, and being a good friend. Kelly and Jessica also touch on their own experiences with friendships, the significance of vulnerability, and the impact of small gestures on relationships. 

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00:00 Introduction to the Chasing Brighter Podcast

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Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. In this week's episode Jessica and Kelly discuss their experiences and reflections on the Super Bowl, including the halftime show and entertaining guests. They also delve into meal-prep strategies and share their favorite Super Bowl recipes, incorporating vegan alternatives and gluten-free options.

00:00 Introduction

Our Super Bowl Favorite Recipes:

https://www.ambitiouskitchen.com/pizza-dip/

https://wholelottayum.com/hot-artichoke-dip/

https://princesspinkygirl.com/rotel-dip-only-3-ingredients/

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In this episode of the Chasing Brighter podcast, the hosts converse with experts Erin Campbell and Megan Enge, founders of Raising Resilient Teens. They provide invaluable insights into the challenges and triumphs of parenting teenagers and more:

00:34 Raising Resilient Teens: Challenges and Triumphs

Learn More About Erin & Megan's mission check out @raisingresilientteens

Books Recommended on Teen Parenting:

• The Scaffold Effect: Raising Resilient, Self-Reliant, and Secure Kids in an Age of Anxiety

Check out this Parenting Podcast: Raising Kind Humans

February Book Club Book: You Will Find Your People by Lane Moore

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Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. In this week's episode we discuss our personal fitness goals and the changes we're making in our lives to meet them. We playfully discuss the switch from FitBit to Apple Watches and the concept of 'closing rings' as a motivation for healthier behaviors. Both agree upon the importance of self-accountability in pursuing fitness. They highlight the significance of setting personal health metrics over fixating on weight. Disappointment towards FitBit no longer allowing competitions in its free version is also expressed. Mention is made of a mobile application, Future, that provides customized workout solutions and a personal virtual trainer as an efficient way to maintain fitness routines. The ladies also stress the importance of vigorous exercise in promoting longevity. The latter part of the discussion revolves around clean eating habits and the need to avoid junk foods.

00:00 Introduction

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In this episode of the Chasing Brighter Podcast, hosts Kelly & Jessica discuss the complexities of adult relationships with parents and extended family. They share insights about how these relationships often evolve as we age, presenting both challenges and opportunities for personal growth. The focus of the conversation entails maintaining a fulfilling connection while establishing healthy boundaries, offering five tips to ensure these relationships remain mutually beneficial. Key topics include setting and communicating boundaries, sharing selectively, seeking external perspective, focusing on what one can control, prioritizing mental and emotional wellbeing, and setting limits on communication. The hosts stress the importance of nurturing beneficial relationships, while understanding the need for respectful distance or even termination of toxic ones.

00:00 Introduction to Navigating Adult Relationships with Parents and Extended Family

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Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. In this week's episode we discuss their experiences on dealing with educational anxieties, from standardized testing to college admissions. They also discuss the importance of fostering practical skills in children, such as cooking, as a crucial aspect of education. They share thoughts about newer teaching technologies, such as the USB-C ports in kitchens, and the rapid rate of technological transformations. The hosts explore managing childhood anxieties with approaches like role-playing to prepare kids for certain situations, like the school's Valentine's Day tradition, and question if making every kid give out a Valentine is beneficial or reflects real-life experiences. Lastly, they share pride in their kids' achievements and grapple with celebrating these in a sensitive manner.

00:00 Morning Chit-Chat and Kitchen Renovations

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In this episode of the Chasing Brighter Podcast, hosts Kelly & Jessica discuss the importance of building and nurturing friendships as an adult. They emphasize the impact of friendships on mental and emotional well-being, and explore different types of friendships from acquaintances to lifelong connections. They also share insights on how to establish, maintain, and deepen friendships including strategies such as being proactive, practicing empathy, and being consistent and reliable.

00:06 Introduction to the Chasing Brighter Podcast

Listen to our previous episodes related to this:

How to Make Friends  AND 'The Good Life'

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Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend. In this episode we start with reevaluating childhood classics with a modern lens.  Additionally, they talk about parenting in the digital age, the importance of balance in using tech gadgets, and issues between sibling dynamics. Finally, they discuss their fun Target experience and kids getting their driving permit.

00:06 Introduction to the Chasing Brighter Podcast

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Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. In this episode of the Chasing Brighter podcast, hosts Kelly and Jessica discuss the different aspects of intimacy in a long-term committed relationship, including physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual intimacy. They share personal experiences, insights, and recommendations for nurturing these areas of intimacy in a relationship.

Get our February Book Club Book: You Will Find Your People by Lane Moore

Resources discussed in this episode: 

Come As You Are

The Legend Planner

Sex Points

Daily Questions Card Deck

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