Chasing Brighter Podcast: Choosing Real Over Perfect

Chasing Brighter Podcast: Choosing Real Over Perfect

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Chasing Brighter Podcast: Choosing Real Over Perfect episodes

  • Mom Talk #13: Insights and Conversations with Kelly and Jessica

    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 self care during the hectic holiday season, and maintaining simplicity during the chaos. 

    00:04 Introduction and Welcome

    01:01 Personal Updates and January Theme Reveal
    01:36 Hair Care Tips and Tricks
    05:37 The Stress of School Admissions
    08:25 Perspective on Life's Ups and Downs
    10:26 Debate on School Dress Codes
    15:51 Holiday Preparations and Christmas Tree Stories
    17:00 The Convenience of Artificial Christmas Trees
    18:04 The Joy of Having a Real Christmas Tree
    19:20 The Journey of a Young Athlete
    22:09 The Importance of Training and Coaching in Sports
    24:09 Balancing Parental Support and Child's Intrinsic Motivation
    25:58 Holiday Stress and Self-Care
    27:50 Keeping the Holiday Season Simple
    28:55 Closing Thoughts and Self-Love

    Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspirations"

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    31 min
  • December Book Club:Together is Better by Simon Sinek

    Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. In this episode of the Chasing Brighter podcast, hosts Kelly and Jessica discuss Simon Sinek’s inspirational book 'Better Together'. The book serves as a tool to spark interest and ignite passion in the reader's personal and professional life, encouraging them to live with a purpose.


    Episode Notes:

    00:05 Introduction to the Chasing Brighter Podcast

    01:05 December Book Club: Better Together by Simon Sinek
    01:53 Review and Discussion on Better Together
    02:53 Inspirational Quotes and Lessons from the Book
    04:07 The Chinese Farmer Story and its Life Lessons
    07:18 Applying the Book's Lessons to Parenting and Entrepreneurship
    10:22 Finding Passion and Purpose in Life
    11:06 Final Thoughts and Recommendations on the Book
    12:07 Closing Remarks and Podcast Sign-off

     

    Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspiration"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off 

    13 min
  • Mom Talk #12: Insights and Conversations with Kelly and Jessica

    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 Kelly and Jessica engage in an intimate conversation about their recent family reunion, reinforcing the importance of maintaining family connections despite geographical distances. 

    00:06 Introduction and Welcome

    01:05 Personal Catch-up and Family Stories
    01:10 Travel Experiences and Reflections
    02:37 Discussion on Kids and Technology
    03:21 Importance of Family Gatherings
    04:08 Traveling and Airport Experiences
    07:30 Family Bonds and Reunions
    08:45 Reflections on Family Gatherings
    15:13 Exploring Property Ownership in Kansas
    17:50 Book Recommendations and Reading Habits
    23:27 Exploring Vegan and Vegetarian Diets

    Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspirations"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off 

    27 min
  • Get Happy with a Gratitude Attitude

    Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter In this episode, the hosts, Kelly and Jessica, discuss the awesome power of GRATITUDE and its potential to transform one's life. Additional topics include:

    • Personal experiences, research findings, and various ways to practice gratitude.
  • The benefits of expressing gratitude to others and fostering a grateful mindset in children.
  • Reflecting on what they are grateful for and express their gratitude towards each other and their listeners.

    • We encourage our listeners to embrace gratitude and cultivate a more fulfilling and joyful life!

    Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspirations"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off

    27 min
  • Mom Talk#11: Insights and Conversations with Kelly and Jessica

    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 episode you will hear about:

    • The importance of a girls trip
  • Simplifying holiday activities
  • Our holiday travel plans

    • Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspirations"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off 

    23 min
  • Self Love and Lifelong Wellness with Fitness Instructor and Vitality Founder, Susie Izzo

    Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Jessica and Kelly talk with Susie Izzo, founder of Vitality.  Susie shares her wellness journey and gives her tips for a mindful and healthy holiday. 

    In this episode you will hear about:

    • Starting a wellness journey
  • The importance of self love and positive self talk
  • Tips for being mindful this holiday season
  • How journal prompts can keep you motivated
  • Follow Suzie on IG: @sweatingwithsusie

    • Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspiration"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off 

    42 min
  • Mom Talk #10: Insights and Conversations with Kelly and Jessica

    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 episode you will hear about:

    • Trials and tribulations of Emails
  • Using courtesy when engaging with other humans 
  •  Thanksgiving debrief

    • Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our December Book Club Book: "Together Is Better: A Little Book of Inspiration"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off 

    34 min
  • Book Club: The Art of Gathering

    Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. This month we are focused on strategies for a simplified and fulfilling holiday season!  Today, we are talking about our November Book Club Book "The Art of Gathering" by Priya Parker. In this episode you will hear about:

    • Essentials of any kind of gathering -- work meetings, events, dinner parties, etc.
  • The importance of purpose in gatherings
  • Ways to create meaningful interactions with guests
  • How to take care of guests
  • Ways to make gatherings full of connection, fulfillment and fond memories
  • Our personal experiences with hosting events
  • Strategies to improve future gatherings

    • Continue your self-discovery: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code CHASINGBRIGHTER for 10% off 

    39 min
  • Mom Talk #9: Insights and Conversations with Kelly & Jessica

    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 episode you will hear about:

    • Closet organization tips
  • Midlife women's fashion dilemmas
  • Finding fashion inspiration for any size with Midsize fashion influencers!
  • Our favorite dining experiences & cocktails! 

    • Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Pick Up our November Book Club Book: "The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters"

    Try Instacart Grocery Delivery and get $30 Off here.

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code chasingbrighter for 10% off 

    25 min
  • Our Best Stress-Free Holiday Entertaining Tips

    Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. This month we are focused on strategies for a simplified and fulfilling holiday season!  Today, we are talking about simplified and stress-free holiday entertaining.  We are channeling Martha Stewart & Ina Garten to share with you all our learnings and experiences with entertaining do's and don'ts. In this episode you will hear about:

    • Ideas for easy menu planning
  • Game-changing kitchen tools
  • Simple & budget-friendly decorating ideas
  • Family vs. friend gatherings

    • Continue your self-discovery: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com

    Order a copy of our November Book Club Book: "The Art of Gathering"  

    Our favorite entertaining books: Barefoot Contessa Parties! Ideas and Recipes for Easy Parties That Are Really Fun

    Fuel Your Body With Warrior Strong Wellness: Use code CHASINGBRIGHTER for 10% off 

    29 min

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